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17 August 2007

My auntie died this evening. She was 91 and had been in failing health for a long while. I will miss her so much.

post by: essexjan at: 16:26 | 39 comments

Sorry for you loss.

posted by nola 17 August | 16:31

I'm so sorry. Big transatlantic hugs coming your way. (((((Jan)))))

posted by scody 17 August | 16:36

Awww. I'm very sorry for your trouble, Jan.

posted by shane 17 August | 16:41

My condolences, essexjan.

posted by Atom Eyes 17 August | 16:43

sending you many soft gentle whuffles...

I'm so sorry.

posted by bunnyfire 17 August | 16:44

I am so sorry essexjan.

posted by LoriFLA 17 August | 16:44

So sorry to hear this jan.

posted by arse_hat 17 August | 16:44

That photo of the two of you is wonderful. So sorry to hear it, ej. *hug*

posted by BoringPostcards 17 August | 16:53

::hugs::

posted by ThePinkSuperhero 17 August | 16:59

deepest sympathies, essexjan. And- what a wonderful picture.

posted by small_ruminant 17 August | 17:08

I too send all of my sympathy, and a (((essexjan))) for good measure.

posted by getoffmylawn 17 August | 17:12

Condolences, EJ.

You know, there's a striking family resemblance.

posted by mudpuppie 17 August | 17:12

*hugs* Jan - I'm so sorry.

posted by sisterhavana 17 August | 17:14

I will have to tell my sister tomorrow and already I'm stressing about it. Not the telling, but she'll expect me to drive up to her place and take her to the funeral in Manchester, return her home and then drive back to Essex. A round trip in total of about 500 miles from me to her to Manchester and back. Otherwise she won't go, I know.

There's no way I'm driving, I'm going to get the train direct from London to Manchester, once I know what day the funeral will be.

posted by essexjan 17 August | 17:17

I'm so sorry, essexjan. That's a lovely photo of the two of you.

posted by gaspode 17 August | 17:17

Oh, Jan, I'm so sorry! I'm glad you were able to visit her that last time. She certainly has pretty eyes and a nice smile in that photo. Bless her heart.

posted by redvixen 17 August | 17:18

Very sorry, ej. It really is a lovely picture.

posted by rainbaby 17 August | 17:22

So sorry, sweetie.

posted by MonkeyButter 17 August | 17:31

***hug*** I'm so sorry

posted by kellydamnit 17 August | 17:42

Blessings to you and your family, Jan.

posted by Specklet 17 August | 17:48

I'm sorry for your loss, ej.

posted by box 17 August | 17:49

I'm sorry, EJ. May the trip be better than you expect.

posted by chewatadistance 17 August | 18:00

So sorry for your loss.

posted by TheDonF 17 August | 18:18

I'm so sorry, Jan.

(((((((((((jan)))))))))))))

posted by jason's_planet 17 August | 18:55

Sorry, Jan. Big hugs from Worcs.

posted by chuckdarwin 17 August | 18:55

Condolences to you and yours. May her memory live long in your mind and that of others who miss her.

posted by PY 17 August | 19:53

essexjan, you'll always have the wonderful memories to carry you through the rough spots. So sorry to hear this news.

posted by initapplette 17 August | 20:08

I'm sorry for your loss, (((essexjan))).

posted by deborah 17 August | 21:38

Mudpuppie's right -- there is a resemblance.

I'm so sorry, Jan. Take good care.

posted by tangerine 17 August | 21:55

I'm so sorry, jan.

posted by jrossi4r 17 August | 22:50

*hugs* essexjan

....transportation issues precluded my attending my mother's friend's funeral, but I spoke with her ex several times---I think it's up to your sister to get herself up to your aunt's funeral and to speak with/write to the relatives/friends if she cannot.

posted by brujita 17 August | 23:03

I'm so sorry.
((jan))

posted by rhapsodie 17 August | 23:39

WICKED resemblance between you two. I noticed that immediately.

91. Wow. That's something to aim for, I think.

My sincerest condolences, essexjan. Losing someone you love is never very easy. May the worst of it pass quickly, and I hope you hang on to the happy memories you have of her.

posted by CitrusFreak12 17 August | 23:50

So sorry, jan. That photo of you two is beautiful; she looks like such a lovely lady, and smart, like you.

The prospect of the 500-mile trip is completely nuts, obviously... Please don't stress even thinking about that. {{{Jan}}}

posted by taz 18 August | 01:30

My condolences, as well, essexjan. In that picture, you share a certain clarity of regard, about the eyes. I get the sense from the photograph that you shared with her a willingness to look clearly to the future, whatever it will bring, and with her passing, it is up to you to continue that. Regardless of your sister's attendance, I'm sure those making your aunt's final arrangements will greatly appreciate you coming. And you will feel better about it, in the long run, for having made the trip.

posted by paulsc 18 August | 04:46

Oh, so sorry. You were able to spend some time with her a while ago and I'm hope that helps a bit. (((essexjan)))

posted by mightshould 18 August | 05:46

I'm sorry essexjan. It's so hard to lose someone.

posted by gomichild 18 August | 12:26

I'm so sorry. *hugs*

posted by By the Grace of God 18 August | 14:04

My condolences, essexjan. May your auntie rest in peace, and may her memory comfort you in her absence.

posted by halonine 18 August | 18:26

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