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my husband passed away 4:35 this morning. (Original Post) DesertFlower May 2012 OP
Ohhh. I saw your subject line and my heart dropped. I am so very sorry... hlthe2b May 2012 #1
I am sorry for you loss. Peace be with you. nt live love laugh May 2012 #2
My heartfelt sympathy for you and your family... cynatnite May 2012 #3
Heartfelt condolences to you. yellerpup May 2012 #4
Words are so inadequate.. Fumesucker May 2012 #5
I'm so sorry. MinneapolisMatt May 2012 #6
I am so sorry for you and your family........ socialist_n_TN May 2012 #7
condolences. roody May 2012 #8
Hugs to you and your family.... Tikki May 2012 #9
he went peacefully.... seabeyond May 2012 #10
My heartfelt sympathy for you and the family. FarPoint May 2012 #11
I'm so sorry to hear this. MineralMan May 2012 #12
I'm so sorry SunsetDreams May 2012 #13
Condolences to you, DesertFlower villager May 2012 #14
My sincere condolences. I'm glad it was peaceful. May intheozone May 2012 #15
I'm so sorry for your loss. May his memory bring you warm feelings of love, peace and joy. Happyhippychick May 2012 #16
so sorry for your loss . . . RIP DrDan May 2012 #17
So sorry to hear this,DesertFlower. Swede May 2012 #18
Peace to you, DesertFlower, Rose Siding May 2012 #19
Condolences AnotherMcIntosh May 2012 #20
Oh dear sarge43 May 2012 #21
So sorry for your loss, DesertFlower... AzDar May 2012 #22
(((((((( DesertFlower )))))))))) lunatica May 2012 #23
My sympathy to you and your family and everyone who knew and livetohike May 2012 #24
Deepest sympathy to you and your family malaise May 2012 #25
I know this sounds nutty but my aunt use to say she hoped she would have a happy southernyankeebelle May 2012 #26
oh, my dear bigtree May 2012 #27
So sorry for your loss Marcia Brady May 2012 #28
I'm sorry. reflection May 2012 #29
We are thinking of you. Our condolences to you and family. s-cubed May 2012 #30
I am so sorry Desert. DearAbby May 2012 #31
So sorry. Our thoughts are with you. n/t Egalitarian Thug May 2012 #32
My condolences for your loss NikolaC May 2012 #33
I am very sorry for your loss. Be at peace. nt msanthrope May 2012 #34
Please accept my sincere condolences PCIntern May 2012 #35
Our deepest condolences. Stinky The Clown May 2012 #36
My thoughts are with you DesertFlower. Scuba May 2012 #37
Hugs to you... freshwest May 2012 #38
I am so sorry for your loss DesertFlower JNelson6563 May 2012 #39
DesertFlower, I my sending thoughts of sympathy and comfort your way. The Wielding Truth May 2012 #117
He will be missed. Faygo Kid May 2012 #40
My deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones. Frustratedlady May 2012 #41
......... Angry Dragon May 2012 #42
... ZombieHorde May 2012 #43
So very sorry, DesertFlower. Zorra May 2012 #44
There are no words.... DainBramaged May 2012 #45
I am so sorry for your loss, DesertFlower Spazito May 2012 #46
My condolences for you. Hugs. emilyg May 2012 #47
My condolences on your loss. Historic NY May 2012 #48
I am so sorry to hear this. Peace be with you and your family. Arkansas Granny May 2012 #49
Oh dear! I'm so sorry! Odin2005 May 2012 #50
oh I am so sorry demtenjeep May 2012 #51
I am so sorry for your loss. Maraya1969 May 2012 #52
I am so sorry. GoCubsGo May 2012 #53
My condolences, DesertFlower frogmarch May 2012 #54
.../... Surya Gayatri May 2012 #55
Condolences ejbr May 2012 #56
My condolences, DesertFlower man4allcats May 2012 #57
DesertFlower I'm so sorry. barbtries May 2012 #58
OMG! I'm so sorry, DesertFlower! loudsue May 2012 #59
(hugs) kestrel91316 May 2012 #60
I am so sorry. Kadie May 2012 #61
My condolences brentspeak May 2012 #62
So very sorry... JFN1 May 2012 #63
I'm so sorry. ProfessionalLeftist May 2012 #64
(( )) blm May 2012 #65
I'm very sorry for your loss. Vidar May 2012 #66
I am so sorry etherealtruth May 2012 #67
Deepest Sympathies DesertFlower BadGimp May 2012 #68
(((((((DesertFlower)))))))) Tsiyu May 2012 #69
I am so sorry. My heart is with you and your family. myrna minx May 2012 #70
Deepest sympathy. Snarkoleptic May 2012 #71
My deepest and sincerest thoughts, prayers, condolences and heartfelt sympathies to you RFKHumphreyObama May 2012 #72
So sorry for your loss Worried senior May 2012 #73
...... stevedeshazer May 2012 #74
I am so sorry. treestar May 2012 #75
I'm so sorry, DesertFlower. Lugnut May 2012 #76
You are in my thoughts. Brickbat May 2012 #77
I'm so sorry DesertFlower. Howler May 2012 #78
You are in my thoughts. Rozlee May 2012 #79
I am so sorry, DesertFlower Pool Hall Ace May 2012 #80
My best wishes for you at this difficult time. geckosfeet May 2012 #81
I am so sorry. lookingfortruth May 2012 #82
I'm so very sorry! nt mentalsolstice May 2012 #83
My condolences to you and your family LongTomH May 2012 #84
Condolances DonCoquixote May 2012 #85
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family MrScorpio May 2012 #86
May Peace be with you & your family xchrom May 2012 #87
My condolences to you and yours. aikoaiko May 2012 #88
I'm so sorry for you. n/t Bonhomme Richard May 2012 #89
My thoughts are with you HappyMe May 2012 #90
I am so sorry for your loss suffragette May 2012 #91
My sincerest condolences to you Desert Flower boston bean May 2012 #92
I'm so sorry, DesertFlower. SalmonChantedEvening May 2012 #93
... spanone May 2012 #94
You have my deepest sympathies on your loss. nt KitSileya May 2012 #95
You have been in my thoughts, my dear DesertFlower........ CaliforniaPeggy May 2012 #96
Oh my dear DesertFlower I'm sorry to hear this... Little Star May 2012 #97
Waves of Love smile777 May 2012 #98
You have my condolences and prayers madashelltoo May 2012 #99
Condolences NNN0LHI May 2012 #100
my condolences to you and your family on your loss magical thyme May 2012 #101
My condolences. Gore1FL May 2012 #102
I'm so sorry, DesertFlower, polmaven May 2012 #103
My deepest sympathy, DesertFlower. Mnemosyne May 2012 #104
Deep sympathies. ((DesertFlower)) salin May 2012 #105
I'm sorry. Peace be with you. Ron Green May 2012 #106
So very sorry. Mz Pip May 2012 #107
So sorry JCMach1 May 2012 #108
I am very sorry for your loss LaurenG May 2012 #109
I'm really sorry Desertflower Marrah_G May 2012 #110
So very sorry for your loss. Peace to you and your family. AtomicKitten May 2012 #111
I'm so terribly sorry, DesertFlower. ='( AverageJoe90 May 2012 #112
Sorry we can't be there to offer casseroles and comfort at this sad time. alfredo May 2012 #113
You have my deepest sympathies.......... TheDebbieDee May 2012 #114
I'm so sorry, DesertFlower. Solly Mack May 2012 #115
I'm so sorry... alittlelark May 2012 #116
My heart goes out to you and your family goclark May 2012 #118
Condolences and comforting thoughts are what I can offer. TexasTowelie May 2012 #119
My condolences to you and your family - TBF May 2012 #120
I am so sorry. blueamy66 May 2012 #121
I am so sorry DesertFlower rury May 2012 #122
Deepest sympathies. Populist_Prole May 2012 #123
My condolences are with you and yours OhioChick May 2012 #124
. graywarrior May 2012 #125
Another DUer posted this poem awhile back and I have used it often since. classof56 May 2012 #126
That is so beautifully said. Waiting For Everyman May 2012 #152
that is so beautiful. DesertFlower May 2012 #280
I'm very sorry, DesertFlower Blue_In_AK May 2012 #127
I am so sorry renate May 2012 #128
Love and hugs to you and yours, Desert Flower, babylonsister May 2012 #129
I am saddened to learn of your loss, there are no words. LaydeeBug May 2012 #130
I'm so sorry. Vinca May 2012 #131
Sincere sympathy... obietiger May 2012 #132
I am sorry to hear that... ProgressoDem May 2012 #133
My condolences Broderick May 2012 #134
Oh DesertFlower I am so sad and sorry for your loss. i can only imagine poverlay May 2012 #135
My condolences and supporting thoughts out to you. Moostache May 2012 #136
So sorry for your loss liberalmike27 May 2012 #137
my condolences to you, your family and all who new and loved him. rip eom ellenfl May 2012 #138
Sincere condolences to you and your family Bozita May 2012 #139
I'm very sorry. yardwork May 2012 #140
-hug- Warren Stupidity May 2012 #141
Very sorry, DesertFlower. Waiting For Everyman May 2012 #142
Sorry for your loss, DF shanti May 2012 #143
I am so sorry... zeemike May 2012 #144
(((((((DesertFlower))))))) WillyT May 2012 #145
... kentuck May 2012 #146
I wish I could say something to make it feel better. My condolences. uppityperson May 2012 #147
I'm so sorry madokie May 2012 #148
Sincere condolences to you. Plucketeer May 2012 #149
I'm so sorry Desert Flower :(.... going to quote our VP jillan May 2012 #150
Deepest condolences. cordelia May 2012 #151
So sorry for your loss DesertFlower devilgrrl May 2012 #153
I'm so sorry, DesertFlower Maine-ah May 2012 #154
Am so sorry, DesertFlower. glinda May 2012 #155
I am so sorry. FLyellowdog May 2012 #156
Sorry for your loss marlakay May 2012 #157
Sorry to hear this. Thank you for sharing with us. jwirr May 2012 #158
As you can see, you are not alone in your grief. I am so sorry. schmice May 2012 #159
I am terribly sorry to hear this. All very best thoughts to you and your family. LeftishBrit May 2012 #160
I'm so sorry, DeserFlower oxymoron May 2012 #161
Very sad news, DesertFlower. sabrina 1 May 2012 #162
I've been thinking about you since you posted earlier this year. badhair77 May 2012 #163
Condolences to you and your family, DesertFlower. gademocrat7 May 2012 #164
Gracefully peaceful. Festivito May 2012 #165
So sorry. KathieG May 2012 #166
hug SmileyRose May 2012 #167
So very sorry DesertFlower. raouldukelives May 2012 #168
I'm so sorry. My deepest condolences to you and your family. MerryBlooms May 2012 #169
I am so sorry Rosa Luxemburg May 2012 #170
I am so very sorry for your loss. nt Ilsa May 2012 #171
May his memory be for a blessing. Woody Woodpecker May 2012 #172
My sincere sympathy, Desert Flower.. Zoigal May 2012 #173
condolences - and big hugs - so sorry for your loss RainDog May 2012 #174
DesertFlower Iwillnevergiveup May 2012 #175
I am so sorry for your loss, DesertFlower. Peace. October May 2012 #176
I'm so very sorry DesertFlower Oilwellian May 2012 #177
. Coyote_Bandit May 2012 #178
So sorry for your loss /nt dickthegrouch May 2012 #179
I am sorry for your loss... nradisic May 2012 #180
From my heart to you and your family. mfcorey1 May 2012 #181
I am so sorry Irishonly May 2012 #182
So very sorry. All condolences to you and your family n/t Bossy Monkey May 2012 #183
I am so sorry for your loss. tibbir May 2012 #184
My deepest condolences frazzled May 2012 #185
so sorry Bluerthanblue May 2012 #186
My condolences - My thoughts are with you. silverlib May 2012 #187
My sincere condolences to you. SaveOurDemocracy May 2012 #188
I'm so sorry, DesertFlower. n/t pnwmom May 2012 #189
Peace be with you. nt PufPuf23 May 2012 #190
My thoughts are with you and family. nt cry baby May 2012 #191
I'm so sorry to hear this. My condolences. calimary May 2012 #192
I am so sorry, DesertFlower. senseandsensibility May 2012 #193
My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family... one_voice May 2012 #194
My sincere condolences. Buns_of_Fire May 2012 #195
... progressoid May 2012 #196
Deepest sympathies. tabatha May 2012 #197
Best wishes Doctor_J May 2012 #198
I am so sorry. May only good spirits accompany him on his journey. LoisB May 2012 #199
I'm so sorry DesertFlower Greybnk48 May 2012 #200
May you find peace with your loss. 99Forever May 2012 #201
My condolences- I remember your post regarding your husband and even though i do not lunasun May 2012 #202
I feel so sorry to hear this, and send you my deepest sympathy. I hope you had a wonderful secondwind May 2012 #203
Love to you. Phlem May 2012 #204
I'm so sorry qanda May 2012 #205
I'm so sorry. CreekDog May 2012 #206
peace hwmnbn May 2012 #207
What a nice way to go! Thank God for small favors. I hope I'm that lucky someday in Auntie Bush May 2012 #208
I am so sorry. I'm glad you could be with him. Walk away May 2012 #209
So sorry for Your loss! Thankfully He passed peacefully! Live the way He would want You to! hue May 2012 #210
Very sorry for your loss. spooky3 May 2012 #211
I am so sorry Digit May 2012 #212
So very sorry to hear about your loss... chervilant May 2012 #213
I Wish you Peace and All the Positive Energy anyone could Muster fascisthunter May 2012 #214
My Sincere Condolences cantbeserious May 2012 #215
I'll say some prayers for him. :( )O( nt cecilfirefox May 2012 #216
Condolences n/t davidwparker May 2012 #217
Peacefully..still, so sorry. likesmountains 52 May 2012 #218
My deepest sympathy, DesertFlower. femmocrat May 2012 #219
I'm so sorry for your loss. The Velveteen Ocelot May 2012 #220
My deepest sympathy, DesertFlower susanr516 May 2012 #221
May you find peace in his memory.. He is everlasting in your kind heart.. n/t dadchef May 2012 #222
Returning good Karma you sent my way in the past Omaha Steve May 2012 #223
I am so very sorry! n/t phylny May 2012 #224
May he rest in peace SoCalDem May 2012 #225
I am so sorry for your loss, DF. Ruby the Liberal May 2012 #226
RIP RayStar May 2012 #227
I'm so sorry for your loss, DesertFlower cabot May 2012 #228
I am so very sorry...deepest of sympathy to you and your family. snappyturtle May 2012 #229
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Marie Marie May 2012 #230
My deepest sympathies. ChromeFoundry May 2012 #231
So sorry to hear that DesertFlower.... Uben May 2012 #232
((hug)) I'm so sorry. mrs_p May 2012 #233
I'm so sorry. applegrove May 2012 #234
I'll add my condolences. I hate to hear this and feel foryou. But that's a good way to go. Honeycombe8 May 2012 #235
I am so sorry .Holding you in my thoughts. nt Mojorabbit May 2012 #236
don't know you but not the sort of thread anyone wants to seee. :( PatrynXX May 2012 #237
I am so sorry for your loss... virgdem May 2012 #238
I am terribly sorry for your loss DesertFlower n/t FedUpWithIt All May 2012 #239
I am so sorry for your loss BillyJack May 2012 #240
((((((( DesertFlower ))))))) TeeYiYi May 2012 #241
My deepest condolences as well. Geoff R. Casavant May 2012 #242
My heart goes out to you. Cleita May 2012 #243
That is the death we wish for every good and generous life. aquart May 2012 #244
So sorry. donheld May 2012 #245
I'm so sorry. area51 May 2012 #246
My condolences to you and yours. Granny M May 2012 #247
My sincere condolence to your family mazzarro May 2012 #248
We are sorry for your loss. era veteran May 2012 #249
My deepest condolences. He was suffering from a brain tumor, IIRC? MADem May 2012 #250
I'm so sorry. Chemisse May 2012 #251
May his memory stay with you long enough to keep you going. n/t DFW May 2012 #252
I'm so sorry DesertFlower cal04 May 2012 #253
Sorry to hear that dipsydoodle May 2012 #254
My condolences to you and your family. westerebus May 2012 #255
I'm so sorry... Phentex May 2012 #256
I am so sorry to hear this...we're all thinking of you... joeybee12 May 2012 #257
so sorry for your loss maddezmom May 2012 #258
I am so sorry for your loss. nt NC_Nurse May 2012 #259
Very sorry for your loss soleft May 2012 #260
... pacalo May 2012 #261
Draw as much strength as you can from all the love in the universe spinning your way. Ninga May 2012 #262
I am sorry to hear that, Desert. :hug: nt raccoon May 2012 #263
My deepese sympathy. Mass May 2012 #264
I am so very sorry Highway61 May 2012 #265
So sorry for your loss Bettie May 2012 #266
My heart goes out to you & your family during this difficult time. CrispyQ May 2012 #267
You and your family in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry. n/t K Gardner May 2012 #268
So sorry, DesertFlower lillypaddle May 2012 #269
:( SCRUBDASHRUB May 2012 #270
I am so sorry, DesertFlower. Brigid May 2012 #271
I'm so sorry. WilliamPitt May 2012 #272
I am so sorry for your loss. Ferretherder May 2012 #273
I'm so sorry for your loss DesertFlower a kennedy May 2012 #274
I'm so sorry, DesertFlower. You will be in my prayers. AnotherMother4Peace May 2012 #275
So sorry for your loss, DesertFlower FailureToCommunicate May 2012 #276
So sorry to hear this. GoneOffShore May 2012 #277
I am sorry, Desert Flower. I send you wishes for peace and healing...... PDJane May 2012 #278
I am so sorry for your loss. nclib May 2012 #279
Take care of yourself. MichaelMcGuire May 2012 #281
My condolences Cali_Democrat May 2012 #282
I'm so sorry. IndyJones May 2012 #283
My condolences to you and your family. greatauntoftriplets May 2012 #284
my sincere condolences librechik May 2012 #285
I am so sorry Rex May 2012 #286
(((((((((((DesertFlower)))))))))) nofurylike May 2012 #287
I'm sorry for your loss. gkhouston May 2012 #288
I am sorry Kali May 2012 #289
. Liberal_in_LA May 2012 #290
Condolences to you desertflower. Arctic Dave May 2012 #291

hlthe2b

(102,276 posts)
1. Ohhh. I saw your subject line and my heart dropped. I am so very sorry...
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:03 PM
May 2012
I know it is some comfort that his passing was peaceful. Know that you are in my thoughts and I am sending you the warmest embrace.

yellerpup

(12,253 posts)
4. Heartfelt condolences to you.
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:04 PM
May 2012

Of all the ways to pass from this adventure into the next, peacefully in your sleep is the route we all hope to take.

 

seabeyond

(110,159 posts)
10. he went peacefully....
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:06 PM
May 2012

ah women. lots of love to you.

warm cocoon of love.

i am sorry for your pain.

lunatica

(53,410 posts)
23. (((((((( DesertFlower ))))))))))
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:12 PM
May 2012

My mother died peacefully in her sleep too. I'm very grateful for that.

livetohike

(22,143 posts)
24. My sympathy to you and your family and everyone who knew and
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:12 PM
May 2012

loved your husband....{{ }}. May all your good memories of your life together wash over you and bring you comfort and peace.

 

southernyankeebelle

(11,304 posts)
26. I know this sounds nutty but my aunt use to say she hoped she would have a happy
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:13 PM
May 2012

death. I thought that was a little nutty. She said that she hoped that she could go in her sleep. She had a happy quiet death. Hope your husband had a hopeful quiet death too. I know it is hard to lose the one you are the close too. God bless.

bigtree

(85,996 posts)
27. oh, my dear
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:13 PM
May 2012

My heart goes out to you and your family, DesertFlower. You've been through so much. Thanks for letting us know.

JNelson6563

(28,151 posts)
39. I am so sorry for your loss DesertFlower
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:18 PM
May 2012

Though I am glad to hear it was a peaceful end. Hugs and encouragement you dear soul.

Julie

Frustratedlady

(16,254 posts)
41. My deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones.
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:19 PM
May 2012

May you find peace in your memories. I have been there and have learned through many ways that they are not far away.

Bless you all.

man4allcats

(4,026 posts)
57. My condolences, DesertFlower
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:35 PM
May 2012

I remember seeing a post of yours some weeks ago regarding your husband's illness. I'm glad his death was peaceful. Wishing you peace and fond memories of the life you and he shared.

RFKHumphreyObama

(15,164 posts)
72. My deepest and sincerest thoughts, prayers, condolences and heartfelt sympathies to you
Sun May 27, 2012, 12:46 PM
May 2012

and your family, Desertflower. I'm so, so very sorry. Remember, we're all here for you if you need us

boston bean

(36,221 posts)
92. My sincerest condolences to you Desert Flower
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:06 PM
May 2012

and to your family in this difficult time.

Please take the time to take care of you, that is what our loved ones would want.

CaliforniaPeggy

(149,620 posts)
96. You have been in my thoughts, my dear DesertFlower........
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:09 PM
May 2012

Even though I expected to read your sad news, it still comes as a shock...

May your great memories of life with him sustain you during this time of loss...

Little Star

(17,055 posts)
97. Oh my dear DesertFlower I'm sorry to hear this...
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:12 PM
May 2012

I know that he was sick for quite a while and how worried you had been. I'm glad he passed peacefully in his sleep.

If you ever need to talk to someone just pm me, I just lost my husband on March 26th. It's not easy to lose a spouse.

Your are in my thoughts and prayers, LS

smile777

(8 posts)
98. Waves of Love
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:12 PM
May 2012

May waves of love from all who care for you keep you comforted during this time of loss, Desert Flower. Knowing that he died peacefully in his sleep, and that the love you both shared can stream across dimensions, will help you through the physical loss of his presence. Be strong and be open to the love flowing your way now!

 

magical thyme

(14,881 posts)
101. my condolences to you and your family on your loss
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:19 PM
May 2012

May you find relief in knowing he left peacefully in his sleep, the way we all hope to go.

polmaven

(9,463 posts)
103. I'm so sorry, DesertFlower,
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:21 PM
May 2012

for the loss of your beloved husband. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

 

AverageJoe90

(10,745 posts)
112. I'm so terribly sorry, DesertFlower. ='(
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:43 PM
May 2012

But at least he went peacefully and painlessly.....my condolences to you and your family & friends.

May his afterlife be filled with eternal joy, and peace.

alfredo

(60,071 posts)
113. Sorry we can't be there to offer casseroles and comfort at this sad time.
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:44 PM
May 2012

All that can be done from here is to offer condolences for your loss.

TexasTowelie

(112,197 posts)
119. Condolences and comforting thoughts are what I can offer.
Sun May 27, 2012, 01:49 PM
May 2012

I am sorry for your loss and hope that you and your family finds the strength to get through it all.

classof56

(5,376 posts)
126. Another DUer posted this poem awhile back and I have used it often since.
Sun May 27, 2012, 02:08 PM
May 2012

May it help you find comfort in the midst of your sorrow. Great love and blessings.



ASCENSION

And if I go while you’re still here,
Know that I live on, vibrating to a different measure
Behind a thin veil you cannot see through.
You will not see me, so you must have faith.
I wait for the time when we can soar together again,
Both aware of each other.
Until then, live your life to the fullest—
And, when you need me, just whisper my name in your heart.
I will be there.

--Colleen Hitchcock

renate

(13,776 posts)
128. I am so sorry
Sun May 27, 2012, 02:11 PM
May 2012

I hope the peacefulness of his passing was as comforting to you as it was to him--it still leaves the grief, of course, which can be so brutal... but we are here for you.

poverlay

(2,397 posts)
135. Oh DesertFlower I am so sad and sorry for your loss. i can only imagine
Sun May 27, 2012, 02:32 PM
May 2012

what an unreal horror this must be for you. Simple words cannot begin to convey the magnitude. Please know that you are loved. I believe our energies are very strong and have an undeniable insistence on following the path of their own choosing. Your husband chose you everyday and that is proof that you will be together again and again, for eternity, in an indestructibly beautiful dance of past, present, and many, many future intimately shared experiences and interactions. In short, your love is an unquestionable guarantee that you will be together again in a way only the two of you could understand.

You are so very greatly loved.

Moostache

(9,895 posts)
136. My condolences and supporting thoughts out to you.
Sun May 27, 2012, 02:34 PM
May 2012

May the memories of the departed find ways to warm you in the future, console you in the present and keep the past alive inside you forever more.

Waiting For Everyman

(9,385 posts)
142. Very sorry, DesertFlower.
Sun May 27, 2012, 02:42 PM
May 2012

I'm a widow too. Loss of a spouse leaves a big hole in one's life -- it seems surreal for quite a while. My thoughts are with you.

madokie

(51,076 posts)
148. I'm so sorry
Sun May 27, 2012, 02:49 PM
May 2012

May you find solace in having your husband while he was here with you. May you find solace in the joy you brought to his life.

jillan

(39,451 posts)
150. I'm so sorry Desert Flower :(.... going to quote our VP
Sun May 27, 2012, 02:49 PM
May 2012

There will be a time when you think of him that a smile will come to your lips before a tear comes to your eye.


((((((((hugs)))))))))

 

schmice

(248 posts)
159. As you can see, you are not alone in your grief. I am so sorry.
Sun May 27, 2012, 02:59 PM
May 2012

I will have a tree planted in his honor. He will live on.

badhair77

(4,218 posts)
163. I've been thinking about you since you posted earlier this year.
Sun May 27, 2012, 03:08 PM
May 2012

I am relieved he went peacefully but I'm so sorry for your loss.

I wish you peace.

Festivito

(13,452 posts)
165. Gracefully peaceful.
Sun May 27, 2012, 03:15 PM
May 2012

I feel that my spirit would sit beside you for a few minutes, touch your hand, feeling ... gracefully peaceful.

Iwillnevergiveup

(9,298 posts)
175. DesertFlower
Sun May 27, 2012, 04:09 PM
May 2012

As you can see, you have many friends here who share your grief at your loss. You are well-loved as was your husband you cared so much about. I hope that helps. Sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved husband.

Oilwellian

(12,647 posts)
177. I'm so very sorry DesertFlower
Sun May 27, 2012, 04:13 PM
May 2012

I like to believe that when we lose someone close to us they still live through us and give us strength. The time we have spent with those we've lost makes them part of us.

tibbir

(1,170 posts)
184. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sun May 27, 2012, 04:32 PM
May 2012

Best wishes to you and your family as you work through this painful time.

frazzled

(18,402 posts)
185. My deepest condolences
Sun May 27, 2012, 04:35 PM
May 2012

I can't imagine the sadness and pain. I hope that in time, as Joe Biden so touchingly put it, your tears will be replaced by smiles.

calimary

(81,267 posts)
192. I'm so sorry to hear this. My condolences.
Sun May 27, 2012, 05:13 PM
May 2012

Thank you for letting us know. When my mom died, I posted something here and was almost overwhelmed by the tidal waves of sympathy, comfort, reassurance, love, prayers, the works. Lots and lots and lots of nice and gentle words that you can go back and read over again later, and remember that you weren't alone at that rough time. Just know there are many shoulders behind you, helping along as you carry this burden, DesertFlower.

It meant a great deal to me. I know it will be helpful and comforting, in its own little way, in the days ahead - when reminders like this are increasingly important.

You have all our prayers.

senseandsensibility

(17,037 posts)
193. I am so sorry, DesertFlower.
Sun May 27, 2012, 05:15 PM
May 2012

I am glad he went peacefully, but I know you will miss him terribly. I hope you have supportive family members and friends. We're happy to listen and support you here at DU, too.

one_voice

(20,043 posts)
194. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family...
Sun May 27, 2012, 05:17 PM
May 2012

may you find strength and peace during this painful journey.

Buns_of_Fire

(17,177 posts)
195. My sincere condolences.
Sun May 27, 2012, 05:22 PM
May 2012

My mother passed away two months ago, also in her sleep. My consolation then, as now, is that she didn't suffer. May we all be so lucky, although I know that doesn't make it a whole lot easier.

lunasun

(21,646 posts)
202. My condolences- I remember your post regarding your husband and even though i do not
Sun May 27, 2012, 06:48 PM
May 2012

know you, I have been wishing you both peace.
Peace to you now and that he went peacefully in sleep I hope brings a small ray of light into these dark times for you.

secondwind

(16,903 posts)
203. I feel so sorry to hear this, and send you my deepest sympathy. I hope you had a wonderful
Sun May 27, 2012, 06:49 PM
May 2012


life together, and that you will have many memories to hold on to, that you can bring up and savor and enjoy, in your dark moments.

{{hug}}

Phlem

(6,323 posts)
204. Love to you.
Sun May 27, 2012, 06:56 PM
May 2012

words are hard to find for me, seems nothing compares.

All I can do is send my love to you.

-p

Auntie Bush

(17,528 posts)
208. What a nice way to go! Thank God for small favors. I hope I'm that lucky someday in
Sun May 27, 2012, 07:09 PM
May 2012

the far off future. However, I'm very sorry about your loss. I'm sure he will be greatly missed by many, many people.

chervilant

(8,267 posts)
213. So very sorry to hear about your loss...
Sun May 27, 2012, 07:55 PM
May 2012

We don’t know how strong we are,

until being strong is the only choice we have.

 

fascisthunter

(29,381 posts)
214. I Wish you Peace and All the Positive Energy anyone could Muster
Sun May 27, 2012, 08:12 PM
May 2012

May you and all friends and relatives have tranquility and resolve.

Uben

(7,719 posts)
232. So sorry to hear that DesertFlower....
Sun May 27, 2012, 10:32 PM
May 2012

....I lost my wife on Feb. 5th. It's hard, .....I know. Some good folks at the bereavement group here if you wanna talk. Here's the link....


http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=forum&id=1234

Honeycombe8

(37,648 posts)
235. I'll add my condolences. I hate to hear this and feel foryou. But that's a good way to go.
Sun May 27, 2012, 11:05 PM
May 2012

We all should be so lucky, huh?

PatrynXX

(5,668 posts)
237. don't know you but not the sort of thread anyone wants to seee. :(
Mon May 28, 2012, 12:22 AM
May 2012

even during a migraine. (in case my spelling goes off) need one of those websites where one can light a candle for a stranger wish you love and luck

aquart

(69,014 posts)
244. That is the death we wish for every good and generous life.
Mon May 28, 2012, 02:15 AM
May 2012

Old rules: Make no major decisions for one year. You only think you are sane right now.

Do WHATEVER makes you feel better. (When my mom was widowed, a friend with a liquor store asked if there was anything she could bring. Mom answered, "Bailey's with a straw." And she got it. It's still the family standard for judging how bad things are.)

I hope you have the kind of generous friends who will let you talk as often as you need to. If not, come here and tell us the stories we might never else have known.

MADem

(135,425 posts)
250. My deepest condolences. He was suffering from a brain tumor, IIRC?
Mon May 28, 2012, 05:37 AM
May 2012

If there's any mercy in your heartbreak, it's that he went peacefully. I hope you have family and friends to help you through this difficult time.

dipsydoodle

(42,239 posts)
254. Sorry to hear that
Mon May 28, 2012, 07:40 AM
May 2012

but pleased it was peaceful. I'm a kindred spirit - my wife died 22 years ago when she was 45.

pacalo

(24,721 posts)
261. ...
Mon May 28, 2012, 08:17 AM
May 2012

I'm so, so sorry about the loss of your dear husband, DesertFlower.

You'll continue to be in my prayers.

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