Turtle Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hello my friends. After a long battle with cancer and Alzheimer's, my mother, Nancy, passed peacefully at 845 AM today. My brother, two sisters and I already miss her terribly. Ironically, she passed on what would have been my father's 80th birthday (he passed suddenly almost 30 years ago). I wanted to share this sad news with my friends here in the NE subforum. The final stage began on Friday evening (yep, my birthday) with difficulty breathing. The hospice nurse was there on Saturday, along with my brother and sister. At that point, she seemed OK (well, considering) other than new meds on board. However, two hospice nurses checked her out on Monday and said it would be anywhere from hours up to 2 weeks. I visited with Ma yesterday, and she was having a tough time. I knew it was close. Even last week, I had a feeling it would be today, my dad's birthday. As it turns out, so did my two sisters. Weird how it worked out that way. I grew up in Quincy, so the wake and funeral will be held there early next week. My other sister will be coming up from Delaware this weekend. Thank you so much for your kind words and support during this tough time for my family. --Turtle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYsnowlover Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 I am sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Torchey Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Turtle, I have never had the pleasure of meeting you, but you and you're entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you find comfort in fond times and memories. Joe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dryslot Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 My condolences, Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Turtle, I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember you speaking so fondly of her when we spoke at the GTG last year. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family tonight. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#NoPoles Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 sent you a pm! thinking of you, so sorry for your loss! may your heavy heart find solace that your mom is at peace, and that many friends and loved ones are here for whatever you need! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bostonseminole Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Turtle, Sorry for your loss. Raul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisM Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Rest in peace to your mother, I'm sure she was a wonderful person and it sounds like she lived a long and productive life, especially producing a child who has made a career out of something a lot of us dream of doing! Good luck, I can't speak personally for losing a parent but just know that other people are thinking of you. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moneypitmike Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 My sincere condolences. I hope you and your family are holding up well and able to smile amidst the sadness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 I am sorry for your loss. Moms are very special and I hope she is at peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaineJayhawk Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Sad day. Sending well wishes your way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Eleanor, aw man, so very sorry, you told me such fine things about your Mom, she was blessed to have you as a daughter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeatherX Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 So sorry for your loss. I hope you can find some solace and comfort over the next coming days....We'll be sure to pray for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROOSTA Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Eleanor, My heartfelt prayers, sympathy go to you and your family. Life like the tides of time eventually lead us all home. May your mother rest in peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dendrite Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 I offer my sincerest condolences Eleanor. Best wishes to you and all of your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geo1 Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Long time lurker/enthusiast Eleanor I never post but You and Will have gave such gr8 insight I have followed your post and ramblings through the years! Our prayers and well wishes are with you and your family at this time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nzucker Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Best wishes, Eleanor. I had so much fun chatting with you at the get-together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon Tip Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Eleanor, This is hugely sad for you. There really isn't anything anyone can really say or do to assist you during this transitional phase of you and your loved one's lives. Just know that there are brighter, happier times on the other end of this, and this what you mum really wants for you. J~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Eleanor, so sorry to hear about your loss. Thought and prayers go out to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan11 Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Eleanor, Very sorry to hear about your loss. We never met in person, but have crossed paths here, and even years ago on the old IRC chat channel. I lost my Dad suddenly a few years and ago and the best I can say is that with time the pain lessons and more and more you remember the happier times when they were healthy. Eventually the happy memories win out. Eleanor, This is hugely sad for you. There really isn't anything anyone can really say or do to assist you during this transitional phase of you and your loved one's lives. Just know that there are brighter, happier times on the other end of this, and this what you mum really wants for you. J~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weathafella Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hey Eleanor....very sorry for your loss of your mom. You are in my thoughts tonight and I hope your memories of your mother can sustain you for many years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weatherwiz Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 So Sorry to hear this, Eleanor. She really held on as strong as she could and fought hard. Thoughts and prayers are out to you and family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Energy Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 So sorry for your loss. Sending positive thoughts your way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HurricaneJosh Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Eleanor, I am so sorry to hear this. Losing a parent is so hard. Big, big, healing hugs to you. :hug: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damage In Tolland Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Eleanor, So sorry to hear of your mom's passing..thoughts and prayers to you and your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSUmetstud Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Eleanor...very sorry about your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baroclinic Zone Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hello my friends. After a long battle with cancer and Alzheimer's, my mother, Nancy, passed peacefully at 845 AM today. My brother, two sisters and I already miss her terribly. Ironically, she passed on what would have been my father's 80th birthday (he passed suddenly almost 30 years ago). I wanted to share this sad news with my friends here in the NE subforum. The final stage began on Friday evening (yep, my birthday) with difficulty breathing. The hospice nurse was there on Saturday, along with my brother and sister. At that point, she seemed OK (well, considering) other than new meds on board. However, two hospice nurses checked her out on Monday and said it would be anywhere from hours up to 2 weeks. I visited with Ma yesterday, and she was having a tough time. I knew it was close. Even last week, I had a feeling it would be today, my dad's birthday. As it turns out, so did my two sisters. Weird how it worked out that way. I grew up in Quincy, so the wake and funeral will be held there early next week. My other sister will be coming up from Delaware this weekend. Thank you so much for your kind words and support during this tough time for my family. --Turtle Eleanor, I know we already spoke the other day and I want to express my sincerest condolences on the passing of your mom. We are all thinking of you and wish you all the best through this tough time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapturedNature Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Even though we don't know one another, I hope the kindness of a stranger will give you some comfort at this time. My family and I will pray for you and your family. Sounds like your mom fought the good fight and is comfortable now...May God give you His peace! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mica Vim Toot Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Reading your recent posts about your mother madw me feel very badly for you. A painful event like this can only be made better with time. Until then this little bit of solace from a stranger is all I can offer you. Small comfort. I wish you well. Mica Vim Toot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
40/70 Benchmark Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Just saw this....so sorry for your loss, Elanor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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