My dad passed away Monday March 12, 2012 at 12:20AM, in Ft. Myers FL where they were wintering. He had been diagnosed with an aortic dissection after he was hospitalized Monday March 5. This is where the aorta basically de-laminates, and the problem was severe and extensive. All 3 of us kids, plus Luis and Sarah and Gordon, made it to his bedside before he passed. Mom is awaiting the return of his remains after cremation. Then she and Aunt Linda & Uncle Fred will drive back together toward the end of the month.
The support she is receiving is heartwarming. There are so many great people around her now in her neighborhood in FL, and more awaiting her in NY. I pray for this support to guide her thru the transitions she will face.
I'm feeling OK, just very tired, and soft and mushy physically. Feeling very supported and comforted by friends and loved ones. Probably hasn't truly sunk in. Plus we'd been separated by 1,500 miles for 2 months. He was a good guy and he will be missed.
