Charlie's journey ended today at 2:50 p.m. as I held him in my arms. He was peaceful at the end and two tears rolled down his cheeks as he took his last breath. I told him not to cry for me, he had loved me well enough to carry me through until we meet again and then he could say all of those things to me that he had locked inside for so many years. Heaven might be a noisy place before he is though doing that.
i know now is the hard part getting through the next days, my prayers are with you , God so blessed you with the tears he let you know how much charlie loved you
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I hope that peace will settle in your soul in time and in all caregivers who's loved one's themselves have found peace with our help.
Oh Edis, what a sweet ending, how wonderful that you were able to let him go and his sweet tears, I'm touched beyond measure. You have been such a compassionate caregiver. Hold your head high and feel proud of all you did for your dear Charlie. You like all of us have earned your Purple Heart for injury sustained in battle and you have now can put your hard earned *Star* next to your name. Remember the good times, remember you are not alone, remember you are loved. Arms around, *Susan*
I'm so glad you were able to be with him at the end. I know I want to be with my DH when that happens. I'm glad it's over for him. It's a horrible way fo them to live. Now take care of yourself and stay with us.
Edis Please accept my sincerest condolences, and you are indeed fortunate to have charlie leave for heaven in such a special way. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so sorry for the loss of your loving husband, but rejoice in the knowledge that he is now in a more peaceful place.He will be waiting with arms open and love for you. I pray for your peace of mind and strength to go on. Give yourself time and patience to heal. Come back as soon as you feel like it. God Bless.
My deepest condolences. May God grace you with the same peace, love and understanding that you gave your dear husband. You are in my thoughts and my prayers. Love, Nancy B*
Through the loving care you provided Charlie, you brought him through this terrible road and saw him set free. Now, though you hurt, hold that in your heart as you Celebrate Charlie and your love. May Peace fill you now.
Sincere Condolences to you and your family Edis on the passing of your beloved Charlie,now at peace and whole again.Take care of yourself now ,God Bless Rosie
Edis,my sincerist sympathy.I am so glad Charlie could pass so peacefully after such a horrible journey. I am sure the Lord was leading him by the hand.Your care giving job now is to your self.
ehamilton, what a beautaiful message you wrote about your DH. What a lovely and gracious woman you are to share with us at such a private time. Thank you so much. My prayers are with you and your family
Thank you all for your wonderful words. I am on the couch in one of Charlie's old favorite red sweat shirts having some down time. My daughters and siblings were with me yesterday and last night. My step son is coming tonight and Charlie's siblings tomorrow. I will be well surrounded with loving family but right now I am content to be alone. There will be visitation tomorrow and the funeral on Saturday. I am sure that there will be people walk into the funeral home that I would love to tell them to just get out, but I won't. That would make me worse than them. Those last few minutes of Charlie's life will be one of the most precious memories that I carry with me for the rest of my life. One of the songs I have chosen is Brad Paisley''s "When I Get Where I'm Going". One of the lines is "When I get where I'm going I will spread my wings and fly" I sure that he will, but he will be talking while he is doing it. Again, many thanks. I'll check back in a day or two and see what is happening with the rest of you.
To a gracious woman, may your beloved spread his wings and send you warm wishes to enjoy your life until you meet again. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
ehamilton, thank you for sharing with us the last few minutes of your time with you DH. I am sure that will be a memory that helps you get through anything that you go through in the days and weeks to come. Please let us know how you are doing and know that you are in my thoughts.
You have my deepest understanding and sympathy. You are blessed to have so many loved ones around and to have had such a good life with your Dear Charlie. Betty Weiss
Thank you for sharing here. Will be thinking about you and praying for you and your family as you get through these next days. Evidently Charlie was a talker and hopefully you'll have some sweet times remembering those better days. Sending hugs too.