My Grandma died lastnight

[AWD]

Middle of the night, went in her sleep.

She was 84 years old. It's hardest on my mom, more than anybody else.

This was coming on for a while...been waiting for it for about 2 years now. She'd been getting so weak.

She's in a MUCH better place today than she was yesterday.

[wtmusic]

1. Sorry to hear it AWD

Even when you know it's coming--it's still a shock

[Kathy in Cambridge]

2. I'm sorry, Jeff

my thoughts are with your family.

[scarlet_owl]

3. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.

I'm very sorry. I hope your mother will find comfort in her grief.

[ixion]

4. my condolences, AWD...

always hard to think of something useful to say, other than my heart goes out to you and your family.

[catmandu57]

5. I'm sorry to hear that

It's hard to let go, and you have my sympathy. My own grandmother who is more like a mother is 86, and is in pretty good shape, but it's going to be hard, so, I have some idea of what your family is going through. My condolences.

[Rick Myers]

6. Sorry to hear that, AWD

Losing my grandma was the toughest thing to happen to me! My thoughts are with you!

I have been absent this past week because my brother-in-law passed away. The Mods knew it, but I didn't have time to post here because I needed to get from Indy to Ytown to pick up the parents and rip down to Virginia to be with my sister and nephew. I think of you every time I drive thru Akron!!!

All good karma to you, my friend. Celebrate her life! Gramdma's are a wonderful gift!!!

Rick

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

20. My condolence to you and AWD

my favorite aunt passed away a week ago Friday so this past week was all about family as well.

[ikojo]

40. Rick sorry to hear about your brother in law's death

I hope everyone is doing as well as can be expected at a time like this. It is never easy.

[cmd]

7. You have my condolences

Stay close to your mom. It's hard to lose a mother no matter what age they are. Hugs from me. cmd

[Swede]

8. Sorry to here that.

[MaineDem]

9. My condolences, AWD

Your family will be in my thoughts.

[JitterbugPerfume]

10. heres a ((((( HUG )))))

For AWD and his mom

losing my sweet mother was one of the hardest things I ever had to do AWD

It too was expected , but it still was a terrible shock


Your mom needs you

I know that you will always be there for her

[Don_G]

11. I'm Sorry To Hear That

It's rough. I lost my Mom seven months ago and I really feel for you!

[PAMod]

Condolences, AWD to you and your family for your loss

Be strong for your mother; let her know how much you loved your Grandma - it will help her and you.

What a source of great pride and happiness for your Grandma that you take such an active interest in your community and country.

I believe she is in a better place and knows that you are trying to better THIS place.

[AWD]

13. She knows now

I don't think she had any clue about the activism I was taking part in...she didn't have much recognition left. She often asked the same question numerous times in an hour.

But right now, the Big Guy is at her side showing her everything her earthly presence was missing.

[BigMcLargehuge]

12. my condolences AWD

may you find strength in this time of sorrow.

[Jack Rabbit]

14. Condolences, AWD

It may have come as no surprise, but that doesn't remove the pain of losing her.

[proud patriot]

15. Take care of your mom AWD

:loveya:

[InkAddict]

16. I am very sorry to hear of your loss

Her spirit will continue in your hearts - remember the good times, how she was so special, and her love. Sending condolences and comfort your way.

[wryter2000]

17. I'm so sorry.

At least, that was a good way to go. Take special care of your mom for a while.

[grasswire]

18. irreplaceable

That's what grandmothers are. I remembered reading this group of thoughts written by eight-year-olds:

What is a grandmother?
( taken from papers written by a class of 8 year olds)


A grandmother is a lady who has no little children of her own. She likes other peoples.


A grandfather is a man grandmother.


Grandmothers don't have to do anything except be there when we come to see them.


They are so old they shouldn't play hard or run. It is good if they drive us to the store and have lots of quarters for us.


When they take us for walks, they slow down past things like pretty leaves and caterpillars.


They show us and talk to us about the color of the flowers and also don't step on "cracks." They don't say, "Hurry up."


Usually grandmothers are fat, but not too fat to tie your shoes.


They wear glasses and funny underwear. They can take their teeth and gums out.


Grandmothers don't have to be smart. They have to answer questions like "why isn't God married?" and "How come dogs chase cats?".


When they read to us, they don't skip. They don't mind if we ask for the same story over again.hey know we should have snack-time before bedtime and they say prayers with us every time, and kiss us even when we've acted bad.


Everybody should try to have a grandmother, especially if you don't have television,
because they are the only grown ups
who like to spend time with us.

[stevedeshazer]

19. Sorry, AWD

I really miss my grandmas, and I lost my dad this year.

Remember all the good things, and be sure to tell your kids and grandkids about them.

Steve

[rasputin1952]

21. My sincerest condolences to you and yours...

To pass in ones sleep, is a blessing, of sorts.

There is not too much I can say...I've spent my entire life around death of one type or another.

But a couple of years ago, I recall seeing a small pumpkin at one of those instant menmorials that pop up at tragedies. A message was written in a small childs hand with a black marker. It said:

"When you get to Heaven, please say hello to my Daddy".

May your G'ma say hello to all of those who have gone on before us.

:hug:

[eyesroll]

22. (((AWD)))

My condolences to your mom and your family.

[jus_the_facts]

23. My sympathies Jeff.....

....she lived quite a long life...may she rest in peace and live forever in your memories of her. :pals:

[ScreamingMeemie]

24. I am so sorry for your loss AWD.

May wonderful memories help you through the next couple of days. I am going to give my visiting grandmother an extra big hug when I see her next, and try not to dwell on the small irritations.:hug:

[WillyT]

25. I'm Very Sorry AWD... Be There For Your Mom... Peace !!!

:hug:

[newyawker99]

26. I send my condolences to your family.

May she rest in peace.

[KCDem]

27. My condolences to your family.

It sounds like you're at peace with her passing. Sometimes, when they're old and getting feeble, the actual death itself can be a blessing. It was a blessing when both of my grandmothers died.

Hugs,
Rebecca

[AWD]

35. You understand...

....a lot of my family doesn't quite get it in that way.

Thanks.

[MuseRider]

28. So sorry to hear

this. It is never easy. (((HUGS))) to you and your family.

[Ohio Dem]

29. I am very sorry to hear this.

AWD, my thoughts go out to you and your family today. Especially your mother.

[blondeatlast]

30. I'm so sorry, but she may be talking Dem politics with my dad,

who died in May.

Love, hugs, prayers going your way.

Laurel

[Sophree]

31. My sincerest condolences, AWD

Although you and your family must be awfully sad, she is in a much better place.

[PittPoliSci]

32. sorry to hear that.

i know what it can be like to lose a grandmother, mine lived next to me my whole life. she died last november, and it hasn't been the same since. my sympathies.

[DemocratSinceBirth]

33. Sorry-To Hear That

My mom is 85....

We take care of her at our home...

[Darth_Kitten]

34. My sympathy to you and your family.....

it's not easy, I know. :hug:

[Karenina]

36. I'm holding you and your family in my heart, AWD

Condolences.

[indigo32]

37. Sorry to hear that AWD

my thoughts are with you.

[latebloomer]

38. There is nothing like the love of a good gramdma

But the good news is, you will always carry it with you!

Love and light to you and your family--

[ikojo]

39. AWD, so sorry to hear of your

grandmother's death. May her memory be a blessing.

[redwitch]

41. sorry for your loss

She went the way I would prefer everyone go, old and peacefully. Still hard for everyone left behind though.

[GOPisEvil]

42. My condolences to you and yours.

May your family be able to see the blessings that your grandmother is in a better place.

[GoddessOfGuinness]

43. I'm sorry AWD...

Though there's comfort in knowing her suffering is over, we don't miss our dear ones any less because of it.

~hugggggggggs~ to you and your family...

[Susang]

44. Sorry for your loss

My grandmother is not well, so I know what you're going through. Hope things get better for your family.

[Padraig18]

45. May you be comforted

"...I would not have you ignorant concerning them who are asleep, or have you grieve as do other men who have no hope. We believe that He died and rose again, and so too do we believe that God will bring to Himself those who have fallen asleep in Christ... Comfort you one another with these words."

May she rest in peace.

[ewagner]

46. My condolences AWD

Our thoughts are with you...

Hope the number of posts from your DU "family" provide some support and comfort.

[mac56]

47. I'm sorry for your loss, AWD

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[Aristus]

48. I'm sorry to hear it, AWD.

Here's a hug and a manly chuck on the shoulder for you, buddy. This must be a painful time for you and your family.

(((((AWD)))))

[ronzo]

49. Deepest condolences...

Ron and Kaye