She's Gone

I am just returning from hospice. My grandmother passed away tonight. With her four daughters, sons-in-law, and most of her sixteen grandchildren at her bedside.

My father offered a prayer in her behalf, and after the prayer she took her final breath and left this world. Peacefully. Comfortably. And much loved.

We will think of you often, Mom-Mom. We will love you forever. We will see you again. (Please tell Kristen that I love her.)

Comments

Jessica said…
I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. (((HUGS))) ~Jessica
11:25 PM EST
Erika said…
what a blessing to be there in such special time, You will see her again that is for sure. She was love and she took all that love with her. I hope you are ok and not miss her too much. XOXO
Erika
11:34 PM EST
christy said…
sorry for your loss. she lived a wonderful life.
11:34 PM EST
April said…
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts.
11:38 PM EST
Anonymous said…
My condolences to you and your family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
12:01 AM EST
Holly said…
Lera, I'm so sorry. What a blessing for all of you to be there with her. You have experienced so much loss...my prayers are with you.
12:21 AM EST
Myrnie said…
I don't even know what to say, but I'm glad you could all be there. What a beautiful thing.
12:59 AM EST
Preppy Pink Crocodile said…
Oh Lera- I am so sorry for your great loss! It sounds like a truly beautiful way to leave this life though. Your family is in my prayers tonight!!
1:14 AM EST
Abby said…
So sorry for your loss, what a beautiful woman on the inside and out.
Your story brought back memories, when my father-in-law passed we were surrounding his bed in prayer.
1:21 AM EST
craftyclaire said…
I'm really sorry to hear about your loss. You look after yourself, and surround yourself with the ones you love.

Have a lovely weekend
Claire
4:41 AM EST
LunaMoonbeam said…
Your Mom Mom is such a beautiful woman...and I'm sure she is PROUD of the legacy she left behind!!
4:46 AM EST
Karyn said…
Oh Lera, I'm so sorry for your terrible loss! It's so beautiful that you were able to be there for her. I will be thinking of you and your family often today.
6:06 AM EST
Little Munchkins said…
I am so sorry for your lost. My thoughts are with you and your family.
6:36 AM EST
Valerie said…
I'm so sorry for your loss
7:28 AM EST
Katie Jean said…
Oh Lera, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll be thinking of you guys.
8:13 AM EST
Sarah and Jack said…
Oh ((((Lera)))) I had a feeling and was just coming here to check in on you and her.
8:21 AM EST
Lora said…
(((Lera))) I am so glad you could be with her.
My grandmother is back in Ky and I fear I won't get to say goodbye to her one day, that is why every Sunday I call her and talk to her.
HUGS
8:51 AM EST
beki said…
Oh Lera, I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to you.
8:56 AM EST
Anonymous said…
Praying for you and your wonderful family! It is such a blessing to have the Gospel in our lives and know that Families Are Forever! I love you all!)
9:22 AM EST
Stacey said…
Sending our prayers to you. You and yours will be in our thoughts.
9:32 AM EST
Anonymous said…
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss.
10:00 AM EST
Brenda said…
Oh sweetie I am so sorry.
10:17 AM EST
Anonymous said…
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
10:37 AM EST
Lisa @ Life with 4! said…
blessings to you and your family. what a sweet way to join your eternal family, by having your earthly family all around you. Surrounded with love.
11:38 AM EST
Anonymous said…
Oh, honey... I'm so sorry for your loss, but rejoice in the life she led.
Peace and love,
Lori
12:19 PM EST
Anonymous said…
oh, lera. i'm so sorry for your loss. my prayers are with you and your family.
1:07 PM EST
misschris said…
(((hugs))) sweetie.

I am so sorry for your loss, and at the same time comforted that she was surrounded by the family that loves her so very much. Peace be with you all. xoxoxo
1:15 PM EST
Anonymous said…
Our sympathies are with you and your family.
1:25 PM EST
Anonymous said…
Our sympathies are with you and your family.
1:25 PM EST
Diane said…
Lera, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Try to focus on all the happy memories you have of your grandmother. That always helps me. I'll be thinking of you.
2:01 PM EST
lisa said…
If we could all be so lucky. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
2:25 PM EST
nikko said…
(((Hugs))) I will keep you in my prayers.
2:47 PM EST
Anonymous said…
I'm so sorry. hug, hug.
4:59 PM EST
Amanda Jean said…
oh, i'm so sorry, my dear. sending you lots of virtual hugs.
6:40 PM EST
Melissa Price said…
Lera, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. It was much the same way when my grandmother passed away. We were blessed to be gathered around her bedside when she passed, too. Such a bittersweet time... but you will meet again. I bet our grandmothers are trading best loved recipes while they wait for our arrival!

May God's peace be upon you and yours.
7:29 PM EST
Bonus Mom said…
Hugs to you and your family.
8:45 PM EST
Sandy said…
So sorry for your loss. You were so fortunate to have her with you for so many years. Peace and prayers go your way.
9:29 PM EST
Liz said…
Sending warm thoughts your way.
9:47 PM EST
Emily said…
Though she may be gone physically, you will always have her in your hearts and minds and soul and physical buildup.

Treasure all the memories! She was much loved and loved much in turn.
11:42 PM EST
Anonymous said…
So sorry for your loss, take comfort from those around you and know that you will always be loved.

Teresa uk
8:25 AM EST
Marty said…
I'm so sorry! I'm sure nobody can replace the wonderful place she held in your family.

God's comfort.
10:59 AM EST
Anonymous said…
(((hugs)))
5:00 PM EST
Anonymous said…
Ah, this brings tears to my eyes. ((HUGS)) for you, Lera. I am sure that you will carry much of her sweet spirit on through your life.

What a blessing to have a special grandma!
7:05 PM EST
Anonymous said…
So sorry for your loss.
8:56 PM EST
Diane said…
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom-mom. I'm so sad, but glad that so many loved ones were there with her. You have my thought and condolences.
2:35 AM EST
dig this chick said…
Thinking of you, Lera. Death always rocks my world...so hard in so many ways. xo
9:29 AM EST
Bridget said…
My heart goes out to you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
3:50 PM EST
Anonymous said…
I am sorry for you loss. Your Mom-Mom sounds like a wonderful lady.
4:02 PM EST
Anonymous said…
What a beautiful picture of your grandma. My heart goes out to you.
4:24 PM EST
Anonymous said…
So sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.
6:47 PM EST
FinnyKnits said…
*Thoughts with you*
7:49 PM EST
amy smart said…
What a blessing to have such a lovely grandmother. I hope you have a special time celebrating her life and your memories. Best wishes.
12:59 AM EST
Amy Siegert said…
God bless you and may He find extra joy in greeting your Grandma! What a wonderful tribute...I can feel the love in your post, truly.
1:20 PM EST
Sue said…
So sorry to hear of your family's loss of a wonderful woman in all of your lives. I am sure one day you will meet again. I am happy that she went peacefully with loved ones all around.
9:30 PM EST
jessica said…
I'm so sorry to hear of your grandmother's passing - she was obviously an amazing woman. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
12:03 AM EST
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