My turn to announce, stage 8 has begun

toolbeltexpert

My wife Judy passed away tonight. She had a heart attack and is with Jesus now. It all seems surreal. This morning I looked at her as I woke her and for some reason I thought that I would have to face her death, little did I know this would be that day. I even wrote it down tonight when I got home. I guess writing it down for me was knowing that I would have to face it. This is all so sudden.

Stewart

Jeff86

Stewart —. I am profoundly sorry for your DW’s passing (a scant five days after my DW’s passing). You have been a tireless caregiver and have so generously shared your journey.

Agree totally the actual event seems so sudden, even as we’ve been prepared for it forever, seemingly.

I wish you peace and relief over the coming weeks and months. May your thoughts turn, in time, to better days and memories that precede AD.

M1

Oh Stewart, i am so very sorry for your unexpected loss. I am glad her suffering is over. I hope the new chapter brings you peace and healing.

michiganpat

Stewart, I am so sorry for your loss. Peace to your dear wife and peace and healing for you. Pat

Davegrant

Toollbelt,

I too am sorry for your loss. I thank you for your posts in the past they helped me in in my journey.

Dave

Joe C.

Stewart, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. You were a dedicated caregiver and advocate for your wife. I hope you find peace in the days ahead. Please be kind to yourself my friend.

JeriLynn66

I’m so sorry for your loss.. prayers for peace and comfort.

Mint

Stewart I’m so very sorry for your loss

Quilting brings calm

I’m so sorry for your loss. You did everything you could to make her as comfortable and safe as possible.

Denise1847

Stewart,

May you find peace and comfort in knowing that she is at peace.

LJCHR

I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear wife. May you find peace and strength.

Kibbee

Stewart, sincere condolences for the loss of your wife. I hope you find comfort knowing you were beside her and supported her through every step of her ALZ journey, and that she is now at peace.

White Crane

Stewart, I am so sorry. You have been a dedicated and loving husband and caregiver. May you find God’s peace knowing that she is at rest and the no longer ill. Sending many prayers, virtual hugs, and love.

Brenda

harshedbuzz

Stewart-

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Judy.

HB

Jeanne C.

Stewart, I'm so sorry for your loss. You were a good husband and Judy knew so much love from you. I'll keep you in my thoughts.

BethL

So sorry for your loss.

Palmetto Peg

Stewart, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife, Judy. Although it was a challenge, you always gave her such love and kept her with you until it was clear she would do better in a facility. This will be hard, but know that all of us here on the forum admired the excellent care you gave her. Peace and blessings to you.

MN Chickadee

My condolences. It does feel sudden even when we have been preparing for a long time. Wishing you peace in the coming weeks.

Beachfan

I am so sorry, Stewart. You did all you could (and then some) for as long as you could. She is at rest and your time has come to rest, find peace and carry on somehow. Stage 8 is hard; quiet, less worrisome, but hard. I will be praying for you and for your Judy. Blessings.

Caro_Lynne

My condolences on the loss of your loving DW. I guess whether expected or not, we are never ready for the loss xo

Rocky2

Stewart,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved wife, Judy. I pray that, as you grieve her loss, you will find sweet peace in knowing that she is in the glorious presence of of Jesus. Judy is no longer struggling with disease or the many cares of this world. May you find comfort and peace in the coming days. Know that you are loved by those here, and especially by our God.

Tom

mrahope

So very sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. You gave her so much love and care. I hope you manage to find peace in the days, weeks, and months ahead.

Howaboutnow

Stewart,

I’m sorry for the suddenness. I wonder if she or God sensed your preparedness in the morning. Blessings.

Wishing you peace.

ghphotog

Stewart, I'm so very sorry

Chammer

Condolences for the loss of your dear wife. Your grief can only be balanced by the knowing that she is in the presence of Jesus.

Buggsroo

Stewart,

I feel for you, my husband passed on Tuesday and it is now time to navigate our lives differently. My heartfelt condolences and my hopes for healing to come. I feel sort of numb as well and it will dawn on me at times that Jon is no longer here. Sending you a virtual hug.

mommyandme (m&m)

We just can’t be prepared no matter how we try. I’m so sorry! You and your wife are true warriors. I hope you find some peace and comfort as you journey forward.

jfkoc

"Death is so definately final. It closes a chapter of our lives but for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation."Rumi

Stage 8. It comes in an instant and with it raw and often conflicting emotions. It is hard but by the time we arrive we have learned much about hard and how to live with it.

Please add my sorrow to everyone's here and know that we are now and will be always here for you.

-Judith

ImMaggieMae

Stewart, I am so sorry for your loss. Now she is at peace and you can begin to heal.

Lills

I'm so very sorry for your loss, Stewart!

tigersmom

Stewart, I am so sorry for the loss of your dear wife Judy. May you find comfort and healing in your faith and, in time, in the many happy memories of your life together.