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[RevCheesehead]

Today was another long day. My brother got here late last night, and today we went to the funeral home to take care of arrangements. Late this afternoon we had a memorial service for Mom here at their Senior Residence (they do this whenever anyone here passes away). It was touching to see how many people got to know Mom in the 2-1/2 short years she was here.

Dad's holding up pretty well, considering. While at the funeral home, we had a final viewing before cremation (and John, my brother, didn't get to see her until today). That was the hardest thing I've ever experienced in my life. And to hear my dad break down and sob - my God, the pain was just awful.

It's been really comforting to see all of your condolences, prayers, and expressions of support during this time. You all have helped sustain me in ways that I can't even begin to describe. Thank you so much for that.

Here's a pic of my mom & dad, shorty after they moved here:



An old pic of mom that I found on her computer:



And Mom, in happier, healthier days: