My Grandfather

[Jewels305]

My Grandfather passed away last night at 84 years old after years of declining health due to alzheimers. I needed to come here and let it out because I am the only one around right now and have no one to talk to. My grandparents were down in Florida for the winter and were set to come back 2 weeks from tomorrow. My father and uncle flew down this past weekend in time to say goodbye to him, and I am glad that they got that chance.

I had an extremely close relationship with my grandfather. Because my grandparents had no daughters and I was the only gradaughter, I was always his pride and joy. As a result I was very spoiled by both he and my grandmother. I used to spend hours during my childhood hanging out with him in his office talking and watching as he repaired anything and everything mechanical. Your flashlight is broken? Send it to grampa, he''ll fix it.

Part of me feels this heavy sadness knowing how much I will miss him. He was always such a positive happy person and one of my favorite people in the whole world. At the same time, I also feel relief for him because he was not living the life he would have wanted for the past 10 years. Most of all though, I feel concern for my grandmother who just lost the love of her life after 57 years of marriage. She has gone above and beyond to care for him the last few years and she epitomized both love and commitment. Please say a prayer for my family, and especially for my grandmother.

 

[CrookedRock]

Jewels I am so sorry to hear about your grandfather. No matter how we try to prepare for these inevitable occasions, no one can really be ready. It''s great that your dad and uncle were able to see him in the end, and he knows that all of your thoughts and hearts were with him. YOu def have a few prayers coming from me. Just be there for your grandma, she will apprecite it right now.
**HUGS**

 

[Patiently_Waiting]

I am so very sorry for your loss. I know the pain of the steady decline that Alzheimer's can cause. My grandmother (who is 90) has been declining for years and I fear for when she eventually passes, as she is my last living grandparent. Sending many hugs your way.

 

[Jewels305]

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers CrookedRock. I am very anxious for my grandmother to come home with my dad and uncle. They will be flying in on Thursday. I feel that it''s really important for her to be at her home as soon as possible with us all available to help in whatever way we can. Thanks again.

Julie

 

[Jewels305]

Thank you also to you, Patiently Waiting. We must have been posting at the same time. Alzheimer''s is a scary thing and I only hope they can figure out a cure soon so that people don''t have to go through all of the pain it can cause. Thanks again,

Julie

 

[redfaerythinker]

I''m so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you in the coming days.

 

[SarahLovesJS]

I am so sorry. Losing a loved one is so hard. April 1 was the 8 year (anniversary?) of my Grandfather''s death so I know how you feel as much as possible. We are here for you and I will keep you in my prayers. ((Hugs))

 

[Smurfysmiles]

i know how you are feeling, both of my grandparents passed away because of Alzheimer''s but I was like you and took comfort knowing they were out of pain. Hope you feel better soon *internet hug*

 

[louisvgirl]

So sorry to hear about the loss of your grandfather. It''s very difficult to see someone go throw that. May God bless you and your family.

 

[ladypirate]

I''m so sorry about your grandfather. My thoughts are with you and your family right now.

 

[Keepingthefaith21]

I am sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.

 

[gwendolyn]

I''m really sorry, Jewels. I''m dealing with the death of my grandmother, with whom I was very close, so I have an idea of how you feel now. I hope you and your family stay strong.

 

[dogmama]

Hey Jewels,
I hope that you''ll be alright...I''m so sorry. I hope that your family can get to you soon, so you have the people you love with you to help you get through this time.

 

[absolut_blonde]

I''m so sorry for your loss. I was really crushed when my grandmother passed away a few years ago-- it can be tough

 

[Dani511]

I am so very sorry for your loss! I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

 

[Sparkalicious]

Jewels - I''m sorry for your loss. I know how much it hurts. Please know that I will pray for you and your family. You will get through this rough time and your grandpa will be your own special angel.

 

[monarch64]

I''m so sorry for your loss, Jewels. You and your family are in my thoughts.

 

[Sapphire_Cutie]

I just wanted to say that I am very sorry for your loss...I personally know how hard it can be to lose someone youre close to and love due to cancer. My thoughts are with you and your family.

 

[Delster]

Jewels I''m so sorry for your loss. I''ll be thinking of you and your family.

 

[Bia]

So sorry to read this. Jewels, I know the pain of losing a grandparent, as my beloved grandmother passed away a few years ago. You never stop missing them but the pain does lessen, I promise.

My thoughts are with you and your family.

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[lliang_chi]

Jewels, . Sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family through a difficult time like this.

 

[Jewels305]

Thank you to everyone for all your warm wishes, thoughts, and prayers. It means to much to come here and see all of this support. It has been a difficult few days, but I know if I can just get a good night''s sleep I will feel a little better.

Thanks again,

Julie

 

[dragonfly411]

I just wanted to say that I''m sorry for your loss. I know how it feels to be close to a grandparent and then lose them. I was very very close to both of my great grandmothers (one more generation, I probably won''t live through my grandparents passing) and it was so hard to lose them. Just know that he is probably much more comfortable, and will be watching over you. I''ll keep you in my thoughts!