I am so very sorry. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts. I can honestly say I know how you must feel, I lost my younger sister when I was 10, she was almost 9. At nearly 50 years old myself, I think of her more now than when I was younger. I do not have another sister. Hugs.....wish there was something I could say to make you feel better, but I know there is really nothing right now.....
Rest in peace Andrew. I am also 58 so even though I never knew him there's a sense that we grew up together. I think you were an excellent brother to him John - especially in these last couple of years. You were there for him and he knew it.
Dear John....I can only imagine your heartache... I am so so sorry.. Many of us out here only know you through Going Gently but I know we have all felt your pain at seeing your dear brother suffer....please know my most caring thoughts are with you and your loved ones...you are a wonderful brother..xx
John, when I saw the subject line of your post, my heart sank because I had a sense of what I was going to read. I am so sorry you have lost your brother. My thoughts are with you and I'm sending hugs across the Atlantic. Go spend some time with your animals; they are good listeners. xoxox
John, I am truly sorry for your loss. What an awful disease this is but you and your sister in law have shed light on this illness for all of us. You have also shown how respectful and caring you have been through this process. Your weekly visits with your dogs must have been a highlight of his week.
You and your family are in my thoughts. God bless your brother.
I'm sorry. I lost my sister when she was 35 leaving 4 small children. One of the worst years of my life. The other was when I lost my husband at 54. No words are necessary, but tears are. I cried just reading your post. Take care
thank you all so much fly...... my sister in law is a star... she kept my brother at home, coped with his nursing care and ensured he was pain and anxiety free at the end.... to me she is a hero x
You dear sweet man, I'm so sorry to hear of Andrew's death. Your stories of him touched my heart ad your dedication to his care was inspiring. My prayers are with you and your sister.
When we look at photos like the one of your brother, we have no idea what the future will hold; nor do we want to know, or even think about it.
Life's a funny old business, and rarely fair; but I've always liked the adage that 'Death is never sad, if the gift of life has been well used'. I don't think I totally agree, but it's still the best way I know to approach it.
My most sincere sympathies to you and your family.
John, Know that he is at peace, no longer in pain, and with your beloved who have gone before. You were a wonderful brother, doing what you did for him these last few years.
I wish I was closer, I would come and hold you...I know your pain.
John - I am so sorry for you all - there is nothing else any of us can say, is there. Maybe at peace would be the only thing. This comment comes with love too.
Dear John, Just wanted to pop over and say how sorry I am to hear your sad news. Thinking of you and your family and hope that all of the happy memories you have of Andrew will help you through the coming weeks. XXXX
I've just come from your sisters blog . You are both in our thoughts and prayers . The love and warmth and pride you felt for Andrew comes across so clearly .
John, someone recited this poem at a friends funeral and it had an impact on me.I thought you may like to read it. It's by W. H Auden. I find it a most beautiful poem that describes grief like no other.
John, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost a younger brother to cancer 21 years ago and he was 34. It still seems like yesterday. You were such a good brother and he was so lucky to have had you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Take care.
John,your love for your brother is a beautiful thing, and your sister-in-law was blessed to have your help in her times of need. Condolences and hugs to you both.
I'm so sorry, John. I felt as if I knew Andrew from your posts about him. May you and your sister-in-law find peace as you deal with this loss. Blessings Jo
And, by the way you cared for him and loved him, I am sure a piece of your heart went with him and will comfort him on his continuing journey. RIP, Andrew.
I'm so sorry, John. I feel awful for my earlier crass suggestion of pet therapy as I had no idea what was wrong with Andrew. Though from what you reported, your visits with your own dogs seemed to give him pleasure. Your heartache is unimaginable to me. You have been a wonderful brother. And what a lovely photo you have chosen for your blog remembrance. Be brave.Cx
thanks to everyone who left a kind message here....it does help..it really does..... hit a bit of a wall this evening (in bloody sainsburys of all places) overtired and in need of a bath..... early night tonight
Oh, John. I'm so sorry to hear that. He was a big part of your life and your weekly routine. That is a hard gap to fill, well, you can't really fill it.
i am so sorry John. I dont quite know what to say in times like these but the only thing i can think of this....should you ever need a laugh,a pointless bit of news or just a moments distraction from your heartache then we are always here....take care Claire and Jason, Eve and Liv...thinking of you and your family xxx
John, I have thought of you and your family throughout the day. Please know that I continue to keep you all in my prayers for you to find comfort and peace at what I know is a difficult and sad time. Take care, while I know it's hard, be good to yourself, okay?
Oh God John, I've just got back to your blog after recovering from my 30 hour flight, and yes seeing that photo of Andrew, I felt a sense of dread. I suspect you will be experiencing all sorts of mixed emotions - they all have their place. Strength and love from Jeneane.
So sorry, John.
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ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry John!
ReplyDeleteHugs, John. So sorry.
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry.
ReplyDeleteI am so very sorry. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts. I can honestly say I know how you must feel, I lost my younger sister when I was 10, she was almost 9. At nearly 50 years old myself, I think of her more now than when I was younger. I do not have another sister. Hugs.....wish there was something I could say to make you feel better, but I know there is really nothing right now.....
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteSo sad... sorry for you and your family, John.
ReplyDeleteyes we did !! that`s twins for you x
ReplyDeleteRest in peace Andrew. I am also 58 so even though I never knew him there's a sense that we grew up together. I think you were an excellent brother to him John - especially in these last couple of years. You were there for him and he knew it.
ReplyDeletei am so very sorry for you John
ReplyDeletei will be lighting a candle in his memory tonight and on Sunday in church may his spirit be free and happy.
Sue.M
So horrible.
ReplyDeleteI feel so badly for you.
Take care, Friend.
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Dear sweet John, I am so very sorry to hear your sad news. My love to you and all the family. xx
ReplyDeleteDear John....I can only imagine your heartache... I am so so sorry.. Many of us out here only know you through Going Gently but I know we have all felt your pain at seeing your dear brother suffer....please know my most caring thoughts are with you and your loved ones...you are a wonderful brother..xx
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ReplyDeleteHugs
Jon
Love, and my thoughts, to you and all the family.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry John.
ReplyDeleteMy heart is heavy for your loss.
{Hugs} friend,
~Jo
John, when I saw the subject line of your post, my heart sank because I had a sense of what I was going to read. I am so sorry you have lost your brother. My thoughts are with you and I'm sending hugs across the Atlantic. Go spend some time with your animals; they are good listeners. xoxox
ReplyDeleteMe and hubby Chris are sending you a huge cyber hug.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and your family.
Jane x
Oh John...I am so sorry my dear.
ReplyDeleteOh..I am sorry.Rest in peace Andrew.
ReplyDeleteI am so, so terribly sorry. Best wishes to you in this terrible time.
ReplyDeleteJohn, I am truly sorry for your loss. What an awful disease this is but you and your sister in law have shed light on this illness for all of us. You have also shown how respectful and caring you have been through this process. Your weekly visits with your dogs must have been a highlight of his week.
ReplyDeleteYou and your family are in my thoughts. God bless your brother.
Chania
We all felt we knew him so well because of you and Janet. You made him important to all of us.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry. I lost my sister when she was 35 leaving 4 small children. One of the worst years of my life. The other was when I lost my husband at 54. No words are necessary, but tears are. I cried just reading your post. Take care
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry, John.
ReplyDeleteOh John, I am sorry. We are thinking about you and your family.
ReplyDelete~~~Peace, John~~~
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry...how will your sister in law cope?
ReplyDeleteSo sad - so very sorry John. Will hold you and your family in our hearts for the days to come.
ReplyDeleteJohn :O(. (Hug).
ReplyDeletethank you all so much
ReplyDeletefly...... my sister in law is a star...
she kept my brother at home, coped with his nursing care and ensured he was pain and anxiety free at the end.... to me she is a hero x
Damn right she is...from another carer.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear this, John.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry John. Your blogging community is thinking of you.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry for you and yours John. May he rest in peace. Beautiful photograph.
ReplyDeleteGo gently darling man.
ReplyDeleteSincere condolences, John - grieve softly!
ReplyDeleteJohn I'm so sorry.
ReplyDeleteMaura
You dear sweet man, I'm so sorry to hear of Andrew's death. Your stories of him touched my heart ad your dedication to his care was inspiring. My prayers are with you and your sister.
ReplyDeleteJanet
Those few words speak volumes, John, I am so sorry.
ReplyDeleteJohn...May Andrew rest in peace. You have my deepest sympathies. So sorry.
ReplyDeleteOh John, I'm so very sorry.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry John! Hugs
ReplyDeleteJohn, you have my sincere condolences and prayers.
ReplyDelete*hugs*
Prayers to your family, too. ♥
So sorry John, our thoughts are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteOh John. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. hugs and more hugs
ReplyDeleteLinda
When we look at photos like the one of your brother, we have no idea what the future will hold; nor do we want to know, or even think about it.
ReplyDeleteLife's a funny old business, and rarely fair; but I've always liked the adage that 'Death is never sad, if the gift of life has been well used'. I don't think I totally agree, but it's still the best way I know to approach it.
My most sincere sympathies to you and your family.
I am so sorry :(
ReplyDeleteI'm truly very sorry to hear of your loss John.
ReplyDeleteSorry for your loss John.
ReplyDeleteyour gentle posts about him have been a lovely tribute..please accept my condolences--
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear this.
ReplyDeleteYour posts about him were always so moving.
Sending my prayers out to you and your family John.
ReplyDeleteYou have my sympathy and from this and all the others here draw a little strength.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry John.
ReplyDeleteOh yikes. Horrible. Seriously thinking of you and, in the words of the Great Goddess Patsy Stone - I condole you.
ReplyDeleteJohn I am so sorry. My love and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteMuch love
Jo xx
Holding you all in my heart John. xxx
ReplyDeleteJohn,
ReplyDeleteKnow that he is at peace, no longer in pain, and with your beloved who have gone before. You were a wonderful brother, doing what you did for him these last few years.
I wish I was closer, I would come and hold you...I know your pain.
Jiller
I am so sorry, John (((hugs)))
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and your family...
Very sorry to hear that. He was one of the unlucky ones, the illness must have progressed very rapidly.
ReplyDeleteNothing I can say is going to help, but rest assured that you and your sister in law made sure your brother lived in comfort and with dignity.
ReplyDelete*big hugs*
ReplyDeleteOur deepest sympathy to you and the rest of your family.
ReplyDeletelove,
Cassie and Patrick
John - I am so sorry for you all - there is nothing else any of us can say, is there. Maybe at peace would be the only thing. This comment comes with love too.
ReplyDeleteOh John, I am so sorry.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to read this John, my sincere condolences to you and your family at what I know must be a difficult time.
ReplyDeleteThat's so sad John. All the best to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteJohn, my heart goes out to you. I had a friend die by degrees from the same condition, and know how wrenching it can be. Peace now.
ReplyDeleteSorry for your loss mate.
ReplyDeleteYou and your folks did so much for him to ease his troubles and from reading Janets blog he was a great guy to have around.
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So sorry to read this, John.
ReplyDeleteI'm so very sad and sorry John xxx
ReplyDeletexoxoxo Thank you for bringing Andrew's spirit to us to admire. I'm so sorry that he is gone. xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteSorry mate.
ReplyDeleteWords, especially typed, don't seem to cut it.
There's nothing more anyone can say. Sorry doesn't start to cover it.
ReplyDeleteI'm so very sorry for you and your family. Lots of hugs from across the pond.
ReplyDeleteDear John,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to pop over and say how sorry I am to hear your sad news.
Thinking of you and your family and hope that all of the happy memories you have of Andrew will help you through the coming weeks. XXXX
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family John. Much love and many hugs.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear this, John.
ReplyDeleteSo , so sorry for your loss .XXX
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry, John.
ReplyDeleteI've just come from your sisters blog . You are both in our thoughts and prayers . The love and warmth and pride you felt for Andrew comes across so clearly .
ReplyDeleteI am so so very sorry.
ReplyDeleteI can only add my sincere condolences and prayers when a heart is breaking from the loss of a loved one. Sending a basket of hugs from the US.
ReplyDeleteJohn so sorry to read that. My absolute sympathy goes out to you. 58 is not a great age. Treasure the memories of the good times
ReplyDeleteSo sorry, John. You and your family are in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteMy sympathies, John. Am keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers. The cats are sending their purrs, too.
ReplyDeletemegan
You and your family are in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts go out to you and your family on hearing this sad news.
ReplyDeleteJohn, someone recited this poem at a friends funeral and it had an impact on me.I thought you may like to read it. It's by W. H Auden. I find it a most beautiful poem that describes grief like no other.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.bridgeguys.com/Poem/StopTheClocksAlden.html
Chania
What a wonderful picture! What a wonderful family. Thank you John for sharing him with us.
ReplyDeleteJohn, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost a younger brother to cancer 21 years ago and he was 34. It still seems like yesterday. You were such a good brother and he was so lucky to have had you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Take care.
ReplyDeleteJohn,your love for your brother is a beautiful thing, and your sister-in-law was blessed to have your help in her times of need. Condolences and hugs to you both.
ReplyDeleteI am very sorry for your loss, John.
ReplyDeleteSo sad to hear this.
ReplyDeleteOh John - I'm so sorry, all our thoughts are with you and your family
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry, John. I felt as if I knew Andrew from your posts about him. May you and your sister-in-law find peace as you deal with this loss. Blessings Jo
ReplyDeleteThinking of you, Janet and your family today...
ReplyDeleteAnd, by the way you cared for him and loved him, I am sure a piece of your heart went with him and will comfort him on his continuing journey. RIP, Andrew.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you.
ReplyDeleteBriony
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I'm so sorry, John. I feel awful for my earlier crass suggestion of pet therapy as I had no idea what was wrong with Andrew. Though from what you reported, your visits with your own dogs seemed to give him pleasure. Your heartache is unimaginable to me. You have been a wonderful brother. And what a lovely photo you have chosen for your blog remembrance. Be brave.Cx
ReplyDeletethanks to everyone who left a kind message here....it does help..it really does..... hit a bit of a wall this evening (in bloody sainsburys of all places)
ReplyDeleteovertired and in need of a bath.....
early night tonight
nite all
John, I am so sorry to hear this. You will be in my thoughts. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteOh, John. I'm so sorry to hear that. He was a big part of your life and your weekly routine. That is a hard gap to fill, well, you can't really fill it.
ReplyDeletePeace to you, friend, and your family.
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Xxxxx
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Jane xx
John, my thoughts are with you. Hang in there. Let people care for you. Lane
ReplyDeletei am so sorry John. I dont quite know what to say in times like these but the only thing i can think of this....should you ever need a laugh,a pointless bit of news or just a moments distraction from your heartache then we are always here....take care Claire and Jason, Eve and Liv...thinking of you and your family xxx
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry for your loss, John.
ReplyDeleteJohn, I have thought of you and your family throughout the day. Please know that I continue to keep you all in my prayers for you to find comfort and peace at what I know is a difficult and sad time. Take care, while I know it's hard, be good to yourself, okay?
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry.Thinking of you over here in the other Hemisphere.
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry, John.
ReplyDeleteOh John, I am so, so sad to read this post. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. S x x x
ReplyDeleteSorry To hear about your dear brother Andrew.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you and your family.
Oh, John...I am so sorry.
ReplyDeleteOh God John, I've just got back to your blog after recovering from my 30 hour flight, and yes seeing that photo of Andrew, I felt a sense of dread. I suspect you will be experiencing all sorts of mixed emotions - they all have their place. Strength and love from Jeneane.
ReplyDeleteDespite despair, be well, John.
ReplyDeleteI am so very sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteRIP Andrew....
Gill in Canada
John, I am so very sorry. My thoughts are with you and your family. Rest in peace Andrew.
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ReplyDeletehugs to (((You, Jayne & friends & Family)))
I'm so sorry to hear your news. I'm glad your brother didnt suffer on for too long.
ReplyDeleteLove to you and your/his family X
What a precious priceless photo!
ReplyDeleteLove the photo of your brother Andrew . . .
ReplyDeleteSad for his young death at 58 . . .
Sad also . . . for you John . . .