Mom passed away this afternoon..... UPDATE & Pics #100

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

My dear mom passed away this afternoon, her heart stopped beating during her after-lunch-nap. Only dad was there.
I didn't get the chance anymore to see her alive. Our plan was to go and visit this afternoon; but then the hospital phoned us with the bad news.......
Mom was 85 and 9 months.
She is leaving behind her wonderful husband, my dad.
We have been there all afternoon and evening (the two of us, dad, my sister and my brother with his wife), first saying goodbye to mommy and then we went to dad's house .
We will be going back tomorrow.

RIP my dearest mommy, I am proud you were my mom. I :love: you so much, and will miss you terribly.

[kt_luvs_kitties]

I am so sorry Lut:(

Prayers for you and your family during this most difficult time.:love:

[kuhio98]

Lut ~ Think of you, your father, and your whole family. I wish I could give you all a big hug. :love: I'm so sorry for your loss. :love:

[chocolatepuppy]

I'm so sorry Lut.:( You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.{hugs}

[lizbud]

I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.:( She lived a good long life.
I'm sure you will miss her terribly. She has earned her place in Heaven.

[Pam]

I am so sorry Lut. I hope that you can feel the love across the miles. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. (((hugs)))

Edit: Your sister has had two major losses in a very short period of time. She will need extra prayers. I know you will support each other in the days ahead. (((more hugs)))

[finn's mom]

What a day. It's comforting to know she went during her sleep. You sound at peace and that makes me feel like she was a loved, good woman. I am sorry for your loss, regardless. :love:

[pomtzu]

I'm so sorry to learn of the loss of your mother. Peace to you and your family during this difficult time.

[Freckles]

I'm so sorry. It's never easy to lose a parent. Remember the good times.

[Felicia's Mom]

I am very sorry, Lut. You and your family will be in my prayers.

[*LabLoverKEB*]

Oh, Lut! I am so terribly sorry to read this... It just breaks my heart when someone loses someone so close, and special to them. :(
Love, {{{hugs}}} and prayers on the way!:love:

[Sirrahsim]

Oh no:( I am so sorry to hear this. My heart is breaking for you.

Big HUGS

[catnapper]

I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family (((HUGS)))

[gini]

Oh Lut, too many losses for you to deal with in such a short period of time.

My heart goes out to you in the loss of your Mother. May she be at rest now in peace.

[sirrahbed]

I am so sorry to read this dear Lut:( You have shared such sweet stories of your mom and dad - I am glad these memories are always with you. (((hugs)))) Wish I could give that hug in person. (((LUT)))

[jennielynn1970]

I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.


((((((HUGS)))))) Lut.

[sparks19]

I am so sorry for your loss :(

I'm glad to hear she went so peacefully though. If she had to go that is the best way.

I so very sorry.

Prayers for you and your family.

[Queen of Poop]

Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother.

[Grace]

I'm so very sorry for your loss. As others have said, it's a blessing she went so peacefully, wrapped in the love of her family.

[Catty1]

Lut - even when we 'expect' this, it is never easy.

After my sister had MS all those years, I think she and her body were just tired of all the stress...it was time to rest.

Your mom knew she was loved.

Death does not take holidays, sadly. I hope this season will be brightened a bit for all of you by some good memories, even funny ones.

{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}

[Karen]

Rest in peace, dear lady. Your legacy of love lives on down here, and now you are well and whole again. Watch over your loved ones and send them some comfort, okay?

[Bengalz]

I am so sorry for your loss Lut:( Losing one so dear is never easy. Keep your special memories close and surround yourself with the love of your family.

Hugs, Betty

[shepgirl]

So very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. My thoughts are with you in this trying time.

[AdoreMyDogs]

Oh Lut I'm so sorry. Your mom was surrounded by love and at peace, which is a blessing. I'm so sorry this happened so close to the Holiday, my prayers are with you and your family.

Love,

Leslie and family

[KYS]

I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.
My heart goes out to you.
Sending so many thoughts and hugs to you and yours.

[Casper]

I am so sad to log on and see this. :(
This morning I saw your other thread. I didn't have time to reply, but I would like you to know that your mum had been in my thoughts and prayers all day. She must have been a wonderful lady to have raised such a wonderful person as yourself. She will be dearly missed.
(((((Hugs)))))
You and your entire family will be in my thoughts.

[luvofallhorses]

Oh no I am so sorry Lut! :( ((((HUGS)))) you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[moosmom]

Oh Lut, I am so sorry.

You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[Freedom]

Dear Lut, I am so very sorry to read this news. Mums and daughters have a special relationship, and she will and does live on in you. Hugs to you and your family.

[slick]

Oh Lut, I'm so very, very sorry. My condolences and prayers to you and the family, especially your Dad. This will be a sad Christmas for all of you but lean on each other for support and you will get through this.

Slick :love:

[Edwina's Secretary]

Lut...Godspped to your mother and my condolences to you and your family. I hope you can find comfort in remembering happier times.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Lut, I'm so sorry for your loss.:( My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[Taz_Zoee]

I am so sorry about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts. :(

[sasvermont]

Lut, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. I surely hope your memories get you through this sad time.

Sallyanne

[jazzcat]

Lut I'm so very sorry.

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

[Moesha]

I am so sorry to hear this news. You're family has had a very rought time the past few weeks. I hope that you can find some comfort with eachother.

[Laura's Babies]

I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this upsetting time.

[jenluckenbach]

{{{{{LUT}}}}}

I am so sorry for your loss. :(

[Cataholic]

I am so sorry to hear this, Lut.

[Daisy and Delilah]

I'm so sorry, Lut. I also wish I could give you a big hug in person. I will keep you and all your family in my thoughts and prayers.

{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}:( :( :(

[Alysser]

I am so sorry for your loss! :( Please accept my deepest condolences.

[K9karen]

I am so sorry Lut. I hope that you can feel the love across the miles. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. (((hugs)))

Edit: Your sister has had two major losses in a very short period of time. She will need extra prayers. I know you will support each other in the days ahead. (((more hugs)))

Beautifully stated, Pam, thank you.
[Hugs to you Lut]

[prechrswife]

I'm so very sorry for your loss...:(

[RICHARD]

I am truly sorry for your loss.

I wish that no one would have to endure this kind of pain and circumstance that has been such a topic for the last week or two on PT.

You aren't alone in you thoughts or pain.

Best wishes to you and your household.
Give you dad a hug for me.
:(

[todd]

so sorry

[davidpizzica]

Lut, my deepest condolences go out to to you and your family on the passing of your dear mother. You'll be in my prayers.

[DJFyrewolf36]

A big *HUG* is all I can offer because I really don't have any words to say. Prayers to you at this difficult and sad time. :(

[Cinder & Smoke]

:(

So very sorry, Lut.

My condolences to You, your Dad, and the Family.

/s/ :( Phred

[Randi]

Oh Lut, I'm so sorry for your loss. :( It's a hard time of year to have to go through this, and your mom is of course one of the hardest to lose.

I'm glad you have Bernard and your children to comfort you, and I hope you'll all be there for your dad, he must be devastated. :(

Lut, try to remember the good times you had, and know that your mom is at rest now.

If you need to talk, I'm here for you. :)

((((hugs))))

[Medusa]

How sad to lose a mom at any time of the year but especially now. Stay close to Dad; he's going to need you now more than ever but you'll find comfort in each other, I'm sure. Many special prayers were said for you last night and they will continue during this trying time. RIP, Mom and peace to your family. :love:

[Vermontcat]

Lut, I'm so sorry for your loss.:(
Sending hugs to you and your family at this difficult time.

[Kirsten]

Oh Lut, I'm so sorry for your loss! My deepest condolences to you and your family!

(((HUGS)))

Kirsten

[Scooter's Mom]

Your family has my most sincere condolences. I am so sorry for your loss.

[carole]

Lut please accept my sincere condolences at this very sad and difficult time,we are all thinking of you and hope you can find some comfort here amongst your PT friends, HUGS to you and your family.

[Purr-tender]

My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

That is a beautiful photo of your Mother.

Hugs and prayers,
Mary

[Barbara]

Sending my sympathies for the passing of your mom. I am very sorry for you and your family. She looks in the picture as if she would still have lived for a long time.

[Zippy]

I am so sorry to hear about your Mother.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

[phesina]

Dear Lut, I am so sorry to read this.

My deepest sympathy to you and all your family on the loss of your beloved mother.

[Killearn Kitties]

I'm so sorry to hear this news about your mother, Lut. All the best to you and your family at this time.

[Lori Jordan]

I'm Truly sorry to hear about your Beautiful Mothers passing.My deepest condolences and prayer go out to you and your family in your time of need.

[Logan]

Lut, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful mother. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Logan

[kb2yjx]

Lut, many prayers are heading your way for the loss of your dear Mother....

[AllAmericanPUP]

I am sorry for your loss

[anna_66]

Dearest Lut,
I know this must be extremely hard for you and your family.
I'll be keeping you in my prayers.
(((HUGS)))

[CountryWolf07]

I'm so sorry to hear of this news... :( My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family through this difficult time.

[Karen]

Lut, it occurred to me just now that, although this is a difficult time of year to lose a family member, at least it was well before the holiday.

And picture it - your mom, restored to her own mind and to good health, gets to enjoy Christmas in Heaven!

[cassiesmom]

I am just now seeing this thread. Prayers and thoughts for dear Lut and family.

[trayi52]

Sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom, Lut. I will be praying for you and your family. I really feel sad for you right now.

Willie:(

[rg_girlca]

My deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved Mother Lut.

May she Rest in Peace.

{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}} to you and your family.

[Reachoutrescue]

I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Please extend my prayers to your family.

[Vio&Juni]

I'm sorry to hear about your loss, Lut.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Lut, it occurred to me just now that, although this is a difficult time of year to lose a family member, at least it was well before the holiday.

And picture it - your mom, restored to her own mind and to good health, gets to enjoy Christmas in Heaven!

You are so right, Karen!! Mom went to Heaven now, because she wanted to celebrate Christmas with her beloved eldest son Christian, who died at age 2, 57 years ago!! This happened on Christmas Eve. Christmas Day has since always been a very special day to all of us; from now on it will even be MORE special!
I will miss my mom enourmously, she was such a positive personality, always looking for good things in everybody and everything. There were many tragedies during her married life with our Dad, such as the loss of her firstborn, 3 miscarriages, 1,40m of water in the house during the big flood in Europe in 1953, first shop went broke, and then she got that terrible disease when she in her late 30'ties. But thanks to the loving :love: care of our Dad, she survived it all, never complaining at all. She raised 3 children, and she was so happy with her 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Thank you all dear friends for all the prayers and sympathy!! I am truly amazed and so happy to have so many caring friends here on PT:love::love::love:

[kallisto4529]

I am so very sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and your family.

[Pam]

Lut that is a beautiful picture of your mom. I think I see a little of you in her. I am still thinking of you at this time. My dad passed away many years ago on Dec. 15th and my mom stayed with us until the beginning of the New Year. Your dad will need to be with people for a while early on while he takes this all in. Many thoughts and prayers for you and your family from me.

[Husky_mom]

I am so sorry!!.... my deepest condolences to you and your family.... I know your mom and brother will spread teh Christmas joy from Heaven to all of you so you know they both are happy to be together again.... you shared your time with her and now she went to be with her son over there.. but still loving you all so deeply...

((hugs)) from this side of the world

P.S. lovely pic of your mom

[Nomilynn]

So sorry to hear of your loss.

[RedHedd]

Lut, I'm so sorry for your loss

[elizabethann]

I'm very sorry to hear about your Mom. RIP sweet lady. P.S. Your Mom was a beautiful woman.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

We chose this pic for her card:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y144/berlut/DSC_0984vierkant.jpg (without that red basket on the background!)

[Sonia59]

I am so sorry, Lut. Your mom is very beautiful on the pictures. My condoleances to you and your family.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Dear Lut

I have been so wrapped up with work that I have only just seen this thread. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mum, you have told me so much about her. She was a lovely lady and will be much missed by you all.

RIP Lut's dear Mum. My prayers are with you and those you have left behind

Denise x

[Lillycat]

I am so sorry.......

[jackie]

I am very sorry for your loss. :love:

[ramanth]

I'm very sorry for your loss. :(

[Marigold2]

Dear Lut,
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. My mom has been gone for 14 years now. I understand how you feel. When a parent dies especially a mom no matter what your age is you always feel like a seven year old who just wants their mommy. It does get better I promise you that. Hold on to the happy memories, you will find yourself laughing through your tears.
Your mom is an angle now, always with you. I talk to mine all the time, especially when I plant flowers, she loved to garden as do I. I will be outside planting marigolds and snapdragons talking up a storm. "Mom do you think the pink should go next to the yellow or the white"? The neighbors must think I am a crazy lady but I know she is right there in that flower bed with me. Sending you a hug and many prayeres, Monica

[lvpets2002]

:( I am so sorry for your loss Lut.. RIP mom

[Husky_mom]

that pic of your mom is great... she looked so good.... and you surely resemble her... both very pretty

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

We chose a good picture of mom for on her remembrance card. I found this one:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y144/berlut/DSC_0984vierkant.jpg

I asked Randi if she could remove some bad details. Look what she did:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y144/berlut/Resizedandcropped2.jpg

Thanks randi, it is PERFECT!!!

[Randi]

Lut, it's a really good picture of your mom! Gosh, it looks so much lighther here. If I'd had more time, I could have worked more on it. Hope it will print OK! :)

[phesina]

What a lovely photograph for your mother's remembrance card, of a lovely, sweet lady who is missed by so many.

May she rest in peace.

[kimlovescats]

Dear Sweet Lut, I am so terribly, terribly sorry!:( I have LES for you, my friend!:love:

[pitc9]

Thinking of you and your family...

[emily_the_spoiled]

I am really sorry Lut. Even though she had lived a long life, it never seems long enough when it is your mother. Please accept my sympathies :(

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

All letters with the death announcement are mailed now, and the rememberance cards are ready. I will try to post one of this as so as I have one.
3 more nights before mom's funeral now:(
Tomorrow at 5.50 pm my mom will be laid ("layed"???) in her coffin:(:(:(. I hope I can be strong for my dad....!
This is so hard to cope with.......

[Catty1]

A part of you and each of your family will go with her, Lut.

And that way, she will not be alone.:love:

[JenBKR]

Oh Lut - I am so sorry, I am just now seeing this thread. ((((hugs)))) to you, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you now. :love:

[smokey the elder]

I'm so sorry about your Mom. She looks like she was a beautiful lady.

[kimlovescats]

((((((GENTLE HUGS))))))) :(:love:

[Pembroke_Corgi]

I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. :( My thoughts are with you and your family.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

UPDATE

It is Sunday 21st now. Mom's funenal was yesterday.
All went well. But it was the hardest day in my life so far.....:(!! Seeing her coffin, seing her picture, seeing my dad cry so much and so hard, it made the service in church extremely hard :(.
It was a beautiful service!
- The priest was my dad's brother, who is a catolic priest.
- I read the first reading from the Holy Bible.
- Then there was a lady, a soprano, who sang 6 beautiful songs, such as "Memory" (from Cats), Pié Jesu (Webber), Ave Maria (Gunod), Panis Angelicus. This was sooo beautiful!!

These 2 pics are her remembrance card. Everybody in church got 1 card. I am also showing the inner side, because lots of people don't understand what's in there. I know it's in Dutch, but you get the general idea.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y144/berlut/einddecembertem21017.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y144/berlut/001.jpg

[Medusa]

Yet another beautiful tribute to your loving mother. Years from now, you'll still take out this printed tribute and look at it w/fondness and love and the pain will be lessened each time. Peace to you always......:love:

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

* BUMP * (I want to keep this thread up for a bit longer, before it gets lost...)

[Laura's Babies]

"Memory" (from Cats), Pié Jesu (Webber), Ave Maria (Gunod), Panis Angelicus. This was sooo beautiful!!

Those are all beautiful songs! I don't know who picked the music but they couldn't have picked anything more beautiful!

[captain]

Lut,
I only saw this today, and wanted to send you all my HUGS and LOVE across the miles.

You are in my thoughts.
Love
Michelle

[slick]

What a beautiful tribute to such a beautiful lady.

My heart goes out to you Lut. :love: Just remember, she will never leave you or your Dad. Someday when you are out in your beautiful garden, a special breeze will blow in your face....the spirit of your Mom.

{{{hugs}}}