DawnM Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 (edited) I posted Sun night that I was thinking I needed to go out there during my Christmas break. She passed away this morning. Just thought I would update you. Added info: 12/18 Dad went out to the grocery store to get a few items and mom was in her recliner in the living room. He was gone about 1.5 hours. When he got back, she was slumped over, leaning against the wall (to the side of the chair) and was unresponsive. He felt her pulse and there was none and then checked for breathing and she was no longer breathing. He called me first and then called 911. I found that kind of funny, but he has pronounced many people dead over the years, so I figured he knew. And she signed a DNR last weekend so there would not have been any resuscitation anyway. They sent the sheriff's office out and then called the coroner to come get her. They live in Arizona but were gifted burial plots 40 years ago in Iowa (LONG story!) so they prepaid to have their bodies shipped from wherever they would happen to be when they passed away (remember I grew up overseas so they had no idea where they might be at death.). I am waiting for dad to hear from the funeral home in Iowa as they have taken over the prep and are working with the funeral home in Arizona to prep and ship the body. Dad wants to go to Iowa for the burial, so he is asking us to meet him there. We are waiting for times/dates/details. We will have actual funeral services in South Carolina (where my mom grew. up and where her extended family all live) and Arizona at the retirement center (although so many of their friends are dead there won't be much of a service.) And then Dad plans to move to NC at some point, probably summer as that will allow us to help him. Edited December 18, 2019 by DawnM 2 49 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 So sorry for your loss. Huge hugs 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterPan Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Oh dear, I'm so sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mominco Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Oh Dawn so sorry for your loss!(((hugs))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hjffkj Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I am sorry for your loss. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Oh Dawn! I am so so sorry. Wow, I was not expecting that. 😢😢 How are you holding up? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matrips Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I’m sorry Dawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Kate Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I’m so sorry. (((hugs))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReader Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Oh, Dawn.....I am so very sorry. Hugs & prayers for you & your family during this difficult time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippiemamato3 Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I'm so sorry for your loss. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freesia Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I'm sorry, Dawn. That is so hard. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I'm sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I'm so sorry, Dawn. My dad passed away while I was planning a trip to see him when I knew he was very ill. It was hard. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sangtarah Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I’m so sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 So sorry for your loss. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I’m so sorry for your loss. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I'm so sorry, Dawn. Hugs to you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmseB Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 So sorry, Dawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I am so sorry for your loss, Dawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 23 minutes ago, WendyAndMilo said: I'm so sorry it happened this way 😞 May her memory be eternal. No, it was exactly how she wanted to die, at home. I wouldn't have been able to be there by now anyway. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoeless Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Oh, I'm so, so sorry. 😞 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 I loved this image today as it came across my FB feed. 30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Much love to you and your family as you remember your mom.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I'm sorry for your loss. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaybee Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I'm sorry, Dawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Sending positive thoughts as you navigate this challenging time, Dawn. Regards, Kareni 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Hugs, Dawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Very sorry for your loss. Just prayed for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 (edited) I'm so sorry for your loss. But I'm glad she got to do it on her own terms. Many hugs to you! Edited December 17, 2019 by FuzzyCatz 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsheresomewhere Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 I am so sorry Dawn. Hugs for all of you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaVT Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I'm so sorry for your loss, Dawn! I'm glad she was able to be at home, how she wanted. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HS Mom in NC Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 Oh, that's heartbreaking. I'm so sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I am so sorry, Dawn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I’m sorry, Dawn. Prayers for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MysteryJen Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I am so sorry, Dawn. Prayers for you, your father and all your family. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katilac Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 1 hour ago, DawnM said: I loved this image today as it came across my FB feed. That's lovely. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sallie Mae Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I know this community has many different beliefs, but the picture of the statue you shared is beautiful to me. When my mother passed, her body and soul were so very tired, and it brought me great peace and joy to think of her as strong, healthy, and whole in heaven. I’ve never seen a piece of art display my belief as clearly as the statue does. Thank you for sharing that. May you feel the Lord's comfort and peace during your season of loss. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 My deepest condolences to you and your family, Dawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I love the image you posted of your mom healthy and whole being welcomed into Heaven. (((Dawn))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted December 18, 2019 Author Share Posted December 18, 2019 My mom as a young woman 30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 Many (hugs) Sorry for your loss 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valley Girl Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 2 hours ago, DawnM said: I loved this image today as it came across my FB feed. That picture brought tears to my eyes. So very sorry for your loss. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barnwife Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I am so very sorry for your loss. Eternal rest grant unto her... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storygirl Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I'm so sorry, Dawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I'm so very sorry, Dawn. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I'm so sorry for your loss. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I’m so sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 Dawn, I am so sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 I’m sorry for your loss glad for your mom she was able to be at home And love the statue image 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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