6 Kids, 3 cats, 1 dog, Mom, and Dad: My love and my life

March 05, 2006

My love and my life

Mary passed away this morning. She was at peace, didn't suffer, and died at home which is all that she wanted. She waited until the kids left the house for breakfast before deciding it was time to go. She had been in a coma since yesterday afternoon but timed her death so that it would have the least impact on her children. Even in the final stages of life she was the epitome of love, grace, and kindness.

Posted by bbarton at March 5, 2006 05:36 PM

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oh bob...I am so sorry. so so sorry.

Posted by: Contagious on March 5, 2006 06:46 PM

I am so sorry for your loss Bob.. Your family is my thoughts and prayers..

Posted by: xianfern on March 5, 2006 06:49 PM

I'm so sorry Bob.

Posted by: Pam on March 5, 2006 07:19 PM

I wish I had some profound words that would help you through this, but I'm at a loss. I'm very sorry, Bob. I'm sure you and your children will pull together and get through this and be so much the closer for it.

Posted by: Chosen on March 5, 2006 07:51 PM

I'm so sorry Bob. My thoughts and prayers ...

Posted by: april on March 5, 2006 08:31 PM

Bob, I am so sorry. So heartbroken for you and your family. Just from reading your blog, I know how much you love Mary and how truly, in every aspect, she was a Beautiful Wife. Please know our thoughts are very much with you.

Posted by: Leigh on March 5, 2006 09:09 PM

Bob, I am so sorry for your and your family's loss. You will all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers for the months to come.

Much Love,
Erin

Posted by: Erin on March 5, 2006 10:03 PM

Oh Bob, my dear. What to say. This brings much love, thoughts, sorrow. Sounds what they call 'a good death' - that's no comfort now; but it may help, later, knowing how easy she tried to make it for you. Love in death as in life. A beautiful woman/wife. And now there's all of you. xxx

Posted by: grannyp on March 6, 2006 04:57 AM

Mary is truly beautiful. May your lovely children help you get through this. Best wishes, love and hugs from me to you.

Posted by: Antipodeesse on March 6, 2006 05:12 AM

You are in my thoughts, I cannot imagine the loss. I am very sorry.

Posted by: Michael on March 6, 2006 06:36 AM

this wont be big enough but....
***HUGS****

Posted by: Christie on March 6, 2006 08:22 AM

This is so sad, and I am very sorry for you. You must be very sad too.

Posted by: Pauline on March 6, 2006 01:25 PM

Much love to you and the kids. Mary was a wonderful woman, with a bright spirit!

Posted by: the rambler on March 6, 2006 02:32 PM

i'm so sorry, Bob. i'm glad she got to pass away gracefully. I hope you're going to be OK....

Posted by: Dawn (webmiztris) on March 6, 2006 03:08 PM

Oh no Bob! So soon. My love and sorrow and thoughts.

Posted by: Caroline on March 6, 2006 06:19 PM

Final goodbyes are so very, very difficult, but your love for one another was so very special and such a treasure to hold closely forever.

Reading GrannyP's posting today, I rediscovered your site and was so very sad to hear the news of your loss.

Courage and strength to you and your children.

Posted by: Lin on March 6, 2006 06:31 PM

Here from GrannyP's on my first visit. I almost didn't comment as it seems a little intrusive to arrive at such a time, but then it seemed churlish not to say something... I've been reading through your archives and it seems there is so much strength in your family. May it be there for you to draw on when you need it.

Posted by: Zinnia Cyclamen on March 7, 2006 03:37 AM

Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. Take good care, you and your family. My thoughts are with you.

Posted by: Rae on March 7, 2006 10:02 AM

My prayers are with you. I am sorry. What a beautiful soul your wife has...

Posted by: miss marisol on March 7, 2006 10:47 AM

Bob-
I'm not so big on praying...but I am thinking of you...and sending you and your children lots of healing, peaceful love...lean on your friends, thats why they are friends...they will help you, and they will be there when you need them...

Posted by: on March 7, 2006 01:27 PM

Oh Bob- I am so sorry. These are beautiful pictures of her. Too fast. I'm speechless, can't even type. Peace~

Posted by: Jim on March 7, 2006 10:41 PM

Bob, George contacted me today to tell me the news. I know how deep your love for Mary was. Have faith that such a deep love will carry you through these hard times and that she is never far from you.

You will be in my thoughts and special prayers. In love, Mo

Posted by: Mo on March 8, 2006 03:29 PM

I have been thinking about you, and your family, so much Bob.
I have nothing else to say - what can one?

Posted by: Caroline on March 9, 2006 04:57 AM

Bob~Someone gave this to me when we lost our Mom. I found it comforting. My thoughts are with you sweetie.

There are no words ...what can I say?
At last her sweet soul winged its way
To peace and freedom in the sky
Where never again will she suffer or cry.

It's all part of God's great plan ...
Which remains a mystery to man.
We cannot understand His ways
Nor can we count our earthly days.

But who are we to question and doubt?
God knoweth well what He's about;
He knew she longed to "go to sleep"
Where only angels, a vigil keep.

The pain of living grew too great
No longer could she stay and wait;
She did not want to leave you, dear,
But she had finished her work down here.

So she closed her eyes and when she awoke,
These are the words the Master spoke ...
"Welcome, dear child, you are Home at last,
And now the burden of living is past."

"There's work for you in My Kingdom, dear
And you are needed and wanted here."
So weep not, she has just gone on ahead,
Don't think of her as being dead.

She's out of sight for a little while,
And you'll miss her touch and her little smile,
But you know she is safe in the home above
Where there is nothing but Peace and Love.

And, surely, you would not deny her peace ...
And you're glad that she has found release.
Think of her there as a soul that is free,
And Home at last, where she wanted to be.
~ Helen Steiner Rice ~

Posted by: kari on March 9, 2006 09:41 AM

My thoughts are with you and your family Bob.
Love always

Posted by: Karen on March 13, 2006 10:53 AM

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