The love of my life has now been released from that dreadful disease of Vascular Dementia. Gerry was under its destructful power for so many years, and it took me along wih it. He passed away from pneumonia on March 20th, at the hospital, and is now at peace. I know he is in a much better place, and with the support of all of you wonderful friends who have suffered along wih me, and in particular my dear friends Rosalie Borselli and Laureen Lach, I know I will be released in time also. Thank you all, and peace be with you all.
Helen-I find it so sad when we rejoice in the death of our loved ones. This horrible disease takes over all in its path. I hope you can find peace and rejoice that your dear husband is also at peace. Nora
My sincerest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Gerry. May God be with you during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. Susan
Heartfelt condolences Helen on your loss. those of us left behind can rationalize he is in a better place but it doesnt make our saddness less. hugs-take care of yourself. divvi
Helen, thank you for letting us know of Gerry's passing. I'm so sorry for your loss. Please keep in touch and know that we are here for you. (((((((((((HUGS))))))))
Dear Helen, You have earned your Star* and your Purple Heart. Be proud of the superior job you did as a caregiver to your beloved Gerry. This new phase of our lives is very emotional, take the time to just rest and reflect. As the saying goes, "Our old dreams were good dreams. They didn't happen, but I'm still glad we had them." Robert Kincaid. Arms around you my friend, Susan
Helen, I am sorry for your loss. I think this disease makes us live with a loss a long time before we actually have the loss. That doesn't make the actual loss any less felt so please take care of yourself now that you have spent a long time taking care of Gerry and I am sure putting him first. You need to give yourself some care now.
Helen, even though we know the culnimation of this disease is the end of life on this earth, it is always very sad and painful to lose our loved one. May God's love engulf you and his strength support you at this sad time.
So sorry Helen to learn you lost Gerry the love of your life who is now at peace and whole again ,take care of you now.Yourself and family are in my thoughts and prayers God Bless Rosie uk
It really is bittersweet, isn't it. You're glad that their suffering is over but you're sad that they're gone and you miss them all over again in a different way.
The April issue of Guideposts has an excellent article written by a Hospice nurse. I recommend it.
Helen you saw your Gerry through and know he is now at Peace. Now allow your family and friends hold you as you mourn his leaving and begin the process of healing and recovery from the ravages the VaD inflicted on you. We are here for you. Stay with us.
Dear Helen, I am so sorry that you have completed this leg of our journey. I am rejoicing that Gerry had a peaceful passing. May God grant you the strength and peace that passes understanding.
Adding my best wishes to those already winging your way. I'm so sorry to read this news and will be thinking of you. Praying for comfort and peace for you and your family.
Dearest Helen,I am so sorry that you've lost your beloved Gerry, the love of your life. You two really had the perfect love story and the memories of which will sustain you during this very difficult time. He is at peace now and you need time to heal from this wild ride you've been on for so long. May God watch over you both. Laureen
Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family. Now you can take time for yourself and do your healing from this horrible disease. I hope you have peace knowing Gerry is now watching over you. You can rest now. He is at peace. May God Bless and Keep you in his tender loving arms at this time.
I cannot even begin to tell all of you what comfort and solace you have given me! At this point, I am "mid stream"..My Honey Gerry was viewed only by our family and very close friends over the years last evening, and tomorrow he will be laid to rest in our nearby cemetery, after his cremation today. I know he is at peace, and I only hope and pray that I will be able to accept this in my own heart and soul. I loved that man with all my heart and soul, and have done everything humanly possible to help him,as I know so very well he would do for me. I realiy need all your help through these final days. God Bless you all!