The Suffering is Over

I am sad to post that John passed away on June 18th. Exactly four months after the Stage IV diagnosis. It does not seem real. He passed at home like he wanted, in Mom's arms with her singing Bob Marley "Baby don't worry, about a thing, cause every little thing is gonna be alright." All of his family made it in before he passed. All the way from Germany, California and Georgia. After Mom had her time alone we all went in the room with John and made a toast to "JOHN" with his favorite drink (Rum Punch). It was all very peaceful and full of love.

My Mom is absolutely lost. My son, who is only 8 years old has stayed by her side. He is the sweetest boy. We have been staying with her so she doesn't have to be alone. We still go do things so she can have her space, but she said she isn't ready to be alone.

It does not seem real for Mom and I. I saw him laying in bed after he passed, yet it hasn't sunk in. I know he is gone, I'm not sure how to explain it.

I am soooo proud of my Mom. John wanted to take his daughters to Jamaica to share his love of there, so Mom is carrying on with his wishes and taking his two daughters! I know John is so happy about this.

Thank you all for being there for me. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Comments

  • linda1120
    linda1120 Member Posts: 389
    I am so saddened for your family
    Please know that you and your family will be in our prayers. I am so sorry you all have to go through this pain. It is wonderful that your mom has you and your son. You will both bring her much comfort.

    Linda
  • mruble
    mruble Member Posts: 174
    So sorry
    You're in my thoughts and prayers as you mourn John's passing. It's wonderful that your mother has you and your son to comfort and care for her as you all grieve together. The trip to Jamaica will be a very special gift for John's daughters and your mom.
  • BMGky
    BMGky Member Posts: 621
    So sorry for your loss.
    So sorry for your loss. Thank you for letting us know.
  • TerryV
    TerryV Member Posts: 887
    So sorry for your loss
    I'm glad that you and your son are able to be there for your mom. Loss is so difficult.

    Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

    Terry & Nick
  • TerryV
    TerryV Member Posts: 887
    Duplicate
    Apologies - I have no patience today :)
  • Donna70
    Donna70 Member Posts: 852 Member
    TerryV said:

    Duplicate
    Apologies - I have no patience today :)

    so sorry for your loss
    So sorry for your loss and hope your Mom and all of you start to have many happy memories of your brother. It sounds like you gave him a beautiful sendoff and a peaceful one at that. This is a terrible disease but we can get back at it by fighting it our own way and you all taking your brothers kids to Jamaica will be a good way. take care, prayers for all of you.
    Donna70
  • sandy1943
    sandy1943 Member Posts: 824
    So sorry of the family's
    So sorry of the family's loss of your dad. My prayers are with you all, Sandra
  • sandy1943
    sandy1943 Member Posts: 824
    So sorry of the family's
    So sorry of the family's loss of your dad. My prayers are with you all, Sandra
  • oriontj
    oriontj Member Posts: 375
    Our sympathiy goes out to you
    I am saddened to hear that John has passed. Your son sounds absolutely wonderful and so are you. We keep your in our thoughts are prayers.

    jan
  • jojoshort
    jojoshort Member Posts: 230 Member
    Our thoughts are with you and your family
    As we go through this journey, we feel for each of us who is struggling with this disease. It sounds like your family is leaning on each other and that your John passed peacefully at home with his loving family around.
    You and your family are in our thoughts and hearts. We hope you find some peace in the coming days and weeks.
    Jo-Ann and Stephen
  • cher76
    cher76 Member Posts: 292
    So sorry to hear of the
    So sorry to hear of the passing of your stepfather. I could tell from your posts that you were really close to him and will miss him greatly. Will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
    Cheryl