My Grandpa passed this morning.

I'm so sorry to read your grandfather died.

I am so sorry

Thank you everyone.

Originally Posted by Misty8723

I'm so sorry for your loss. From seeing my mother-in-law's struggle with dementia/alzheimers, it is a terrible thing to witness and must be even harder to go through. I think we all know when its "time" and that's why your grandfather stopped eating. Toward the end, my mother in law also stopped eating, as did my mother who died from cancer. The only thing we can hold in our hearts is that now the suffering is over and we will see our loved ones again someday.

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That was my first clue that his time was coming. DH's Grandma passed a few years ago and that was what she did. Except she was making a conscious decision; or at least a verbalized one. She was almost 99 and had fallen and was in extreme pain they could not relieve or cure. I guess when you have lived that long; you do just know. She counseled with a psychologist and what not and was found to be in sound mind. Back then my other Grandma's dementia wasn't so bad; and she said that was exactly what it was like for one of her brother's who passed.

It's been really rough to watch him, and my other Grandparents, decline like they have. I do have some peace in knowing he is not suffering anymore. I just feel like I'm either suspended between reality and a dream. And then again I feel like I'm standing on a very tiny, narrow rock ledge and there is no escape. I'm just trying to get things done around here. It's not going so well... I need a maid.

I have had 4 really awesome, intelligent, talented, caring grandparents for nearly 29 years. The gifts they have put inside me; no one can take away...not even death.

Just wanted to pop in and give you a sweetie... I am so sorry.

I miss my Grandfather (Pop) everyday of life, even though it's been 12 years since his passing. We were beyond close, but I know he is still with me because I feel him all the time. They live forever in our hearts.

I'm so sorry. My grandmother died when I was 28. Almost 30 years later, I don't think there's a day that goes by that I don't think of her in some way. It's hard to lose grandparents.

I´m really so sorry for your loss...
RIP to Him...
My deep condolences to you and your relatives....

Oh, honey, I'm so very sorry for your loss.
I think putting your Grandpa's Father's Day cards in his casket is a lovely thought. I put a momento in my Dad's casket, in his suit pocket close to his heart. It made me feel better knowing Dad had a piece of me with him.
You and your family are in my prayers.

Girl, I'm so very sorry to see this- you're in my thoughts and prayers, my friend. You know where to find me if you need to talk! 

I'm sorry to hear of your Grandpa's passing. As others have said, you're never prepared when it actually happens, even if you know it's coming. I also think it would be a lovely gesture to put the Father's Day card in his casket.

I'm so sorry sweetie.

I agree - putting the Father's Day cards in his casket is a lovely idea.

I was close to my mom's dad. He died in 1991. I still think of him almost daily. I didn't live hear him, and wrote to him every month. Without fail, each month I think "It's time to write Grandpa." I often do.

My thoughts are with you and your family.

I'm so sorry sweetie,my husband lost his nana 19 months ago and his grandad 2 months ago,the pain is unbearable and although my grandparents are still alive,they aren't in great health and I too mourned his grandparents,it was very hard.Take each day at a time,its true we know it will happen but we can never be prepared. I think putting the cards in his casket will be a lovely idea,we put a lot in both grandparents casket and I know that they would have known this.Please take care and we are all here on TCS for you sweetie,don't ever feel alone.xxx

I'm just now seeing this post! I'm soo sorry for the loss of your grandfather. I will be keeping you all in my prayers

Thank you everyone. The calling hours are tomorrow night so I've been packing all day; which has taken all day (and I'm still not quite done) with a little one around. I have a friend who stays here when we go away coming to care for the girls and my gardens. She hangs out, watches movies, and sleeps! It's her mini vacations she says. hehe. My mother is taking my daughter for the weekend. So just DH and I will be making the trip. It'll be easier that way but I'm not sure I'm ready to be so far away from her for so long.

Today I have been so busy I've not even thought about it much. But now it's quiet and I'm thinking how really real it will be tomorrow. Not looking forward to this.

I'm so sorry. Even if you know it's going to happen, it must always be a shock. Sending lots of hugs your way, and I hope you find peace in your memories. Having just gone through this this past week (my Mom), please know that you can and will get though this horrible time. Trust me. Everyone's grief differs, and everyone needs different ways of coping with it. Don't ignore your instincts: if you're tired, rest. If you want to call someone to talk, do it. Whatever you do, DON'T DO IT ALONE! I made that mistake last week. You NEED to talk to someone. Don't worry about "bothering them". I tried to be tough, and it was wrong. I started feeling much better when I talked to people who had been through the same thing. If need need someone to talk to, please, please PM me.

Take care.

Thanks again everyone. I just got home from the services last night. They were really beautiful. Grandpa was very active in the American Legion in his healthier years. He was commander for 2. They came and did a ceremony at the viewing and the Air Force color guard was present at his burial as well. The funeral home just happend to be right across the street from the Legion and when we came out DH noticed they had their marquis all lit up saying "Thank You and Rest in Peace ___". The flag was also at half staff; but I'm not sure if that was in honor of my Grandpa or the local police officer who had been killed in the line of duty.

It was good to be with my family even though my closest cousin was off on her honeymoon. (She had been to the funeral home to say her goodbyes the night before.) I'm glad to be home though.

My condolences.

I'm glad the services went well, and you're safely home again.
Once again, my condolences to you and your family.

I'm so sorry to hear. My grandpa past two years ago..

So sorry about your loss, sweetie . My deepest sympathies go out to you.