The Retirement Thread

[12boy]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

 

[classic33]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

Sorry to read that, and hope that you carry on remembering the good times you had together.

 

[Dave7]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

Can't say too much as that has really upset me.
My thoughts and best wishes are with you my friend.

 

[welsh dragon]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

 

[BoldonLad]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

Deepest sympathy for your loss. At least she got the exit she wanted.

 

[Deleted member 1258]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

I'm sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts are with you and your family.

 

[numbnuts]

My condolences too, take care...

 

[postman]

So sorry like Numbnuts said take care.

 

[avsd]

What sad news. May she rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

 

[Mo1959]

@12boy So sorry to read of your sad loss. Deepest condolences to you and your family. xxx

 

[Dirk]

@12boy so sorry to hear of your loss. Have a hug from me and MrsD

 

[pawl]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

So sorry to here of your loss

 

[Sterlo]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

Sending our thoughts on your sad loss

 

[Tenkaykev]

There’s nothing to add that hasn’t already been said, so sorry to hear the news, hang in there mate, treasure the memories.

 

[ColinJ]

In the last few weeks Mrs 12's health has declined greatlyas she stopped chemo. The last round was simply too brutal on her GI tract and last Thursday I made her go to the ER whereupon she was hospitalized until Thursday. My sons came up late Thursday afternoon at which time she transferred to Hospice at her request. We spent some good time with her and I learned at 5:40 yesterday morning she had just passed away in her sleep. She fought hard for about 5 1/2 years without complaining oor losing her sweet nature, and when she was ready, left us. As with most of us, she wanted to die quietly in her sleep and that is what happened. Although I obviously will have to learn to live without her, it is very comforting that she is no longer suffering. We would have been married 44 years in July.

Oh, that is sad news...

Deepest sympathy for your loss. At least she got the exit she wanted.

And from me too.

Yes, it was nice that she could just drift off in her sleep like that.

I wouldn't have the strength and courage to fight an illness for that long. She must have been a very brave woman.