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[kirkcudbright]

Francie's mother died this morning. It was a long time coming, but still a shock when it actually happened.

3 weeks ago, she felt the chill, and asked us to come up (to Orono) to see her. Which of course we did. And moved her to the nursing wing while we were there, because she'd taken some bad falls, and didn't meet the requirements for even Assisted Living. And she took it all with grace and actually good humor. But really, she was ready to go, and we were surprised she lasted past Mothers' Day.

1928-12-26 -- 2016-05-10 Requiescat In Pace, Mary Kirk Surprenant.

She didn't want a funeral service, and Francie's sister is dealing with a load of other shit (see: fuck cancer), so it's going to be a while before we have a proper send-off.

Comments

[c1.livejournal.com]

*pebble*

[whitebird.livejournal.com]

I'm very sorry for the loss to Francie and your family, and I do hope that Francie's sister wins her war.

[koshmom.livejournal.com]

My thoughts are with Francie and all. As you said, while you expected it and were not surprised, when the day comes it's always unexpected and surprising. Take care all, and feel grateful that she was able to live her life with grace.

[veek.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry to read this. It's always a shock. Extra love to you and yours today.

[ceo]

I'm terribly sorry. Love and hugs to you all.

[gosling.livejournal.com]

I'm so very sorry. *hugs and love*

[rmd.livejournal.com]

I'm very sorry for your and Francie's loss. Francie's mom was about the same age as my parents (born in late 1928 and early 1929).

[lillibet.livejournal.com]

Every loss is grievous, no matter the circumstances. I know you will be holding each other gently through these hard times. I will be thinking of all of you and holding you in the light.

[zahraa]

I'm so sorry. Hugs!

[foms.livejournal.com]

I wish that this sort of thing didn't leave me feeling as though I don't want to contribute to more condolence fatigue (as well as contributing to my own). It's hard and I miss you (plural) and I wish you strength to get through it and all the comfort that you need.