NewHope Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 I hope all of you will keep me and my family in your prayers. My Granny, who has battled Alzheimers for 14 years died last night at the age of 87. My Papa died 3 hours later at age 90. He had been sick for a couple of weeks and I believe he just wanted to be where my Granny would know him again. They had been married 73 years and they were people who were loved, and loved everyone. I truly believe my Granny was simply waiting on Papa to cross the river. Link to post Share on other sites
markdavd Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 That's a beautiful but sad story. Thank you for sharing. 73 years is quite an accomplishment. You and yours will be in our prayers. Link to post Share on other sites
lucygirl Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 Is there anything I can do to help. I am not working next week and the rest fo this week but I will let them know at school and we will pray for all of you. Link to post Share on other sites
jmd Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 To be married that long is amazing. I heard of so many that pass on not too many hours or days apart. But 3 hours is the closest. Anyway I know its hard to let go but they are at peace and not struggling anymore. Will say a pray for them and you. Link to post Share on other sites
GroovyChica Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 I'm so sorry for your loss. 73 years. That is so wonderful. Bless you and your family during this time. Just remember, they are dancing together on streets of gold. Link to post Share on other sites
hjmscheer Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 We are very sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. Link to post Share on other sites
PsychoMom Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 I'm sorry for your loss. The story of the love these two have shared is something to treasure. Love endures. These two were meant to be forever loves. They are now in heaven together. No pains, no sorrows, nothing but love. Link to post Share on other sites
Rocktour Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 So sad, but so touching. God Bless your family. Link to post Share on other sites
storylady Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 You and your family are in my prayers. Wow! to be married that long and to pass away within such a short time of each other. That is true love. Link to post Share on other sites
Luvs2Read Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 I am sorry for your loss, but what a beautiful love story. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Link to post Share on other sites
busym0m Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 I am sorry for your pain Newhope. Very touching story, brought tears to my eyes. A love bond, truly to never be broke. Please let us know if you need anything or help w/ the kids. Link to post Share on other sites
NewHope Posted July 1, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 No but thank you.. We will be by either tomorrow or Tuesday for the grass. Ceremony today was very nice. They had tem by each other and the service was super.. Thanks to all for prayers. Is there anything I can do to help. I am not working next week and the rest fo this week but I will let them know at school and we will pray for all of you. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Link to post Share on other sites
Honkin Posted July 1, 2005 Report Share Posted July 1, 2005 So very sad and so touching as already said. Never turn loose of those precious memories you witnessed for so long of their love shared. I dont know anyone married that long, truly a gift in itself. Link to post Share on other sites
craftywoman Posted July 5, 2005 Report Share Posted July 5, 2005 I am soo sorry to hear of your loss!! I know things likr that can be very tough!!! Link to post Share on other sites
paulding-n-1993 Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 You should see the movie The notebook. It reminds me of your grandparents.. Link to post Share on other sites
mom2howells Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 I will be praying for your family. It never matters how long or how little you have them, it is never easy to let them go. I know that they are together in Heaven where there are no tears, no sickness, no sadness,and no more death. It is a wonderful storyand I thank you for sharing it with all. Your in my prayers, Sandy Howell You should see the movie The notebook. It reminds me of your grandparents.. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Link to post Share on other sites
paulding89 Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 Wow, that's amazing that they died within hours of one another. Some say you can die of a broken heart. My husband's grandparents died within weeks of one another. His grandfather had been suffering w/cancer for a good while but his grandmother was in pretty good health. She just couldn't live without him. Link to post Share on other sites
nanny Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 . I truly believe my Granny was simply waiting on Papa to cross the river. NewHope, I'm sorry to hear of your family's loss. Your family has been blessed with 73 years & I'm sure sooooo many found memory's to cheerish. God Bless you all. edit, to add, reminds me of the end of the movie, the Notebook Link to post Share on other sites
EllenofDallas Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 We will be thinking of your family NewHope. I do not think your grandparents would have had it any other way. When the sadness lessens you will be happy for them being together. Link to post Share on other sites
NewHope Posted July 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 Ya'll are still missed. Link to post Share on other sites
michelay1000 Posted July 10, 2007 Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 Wow, I am just now reading this. I lost both sets of my grandparents several years ago. On both sides of the family the spouse died within a year of the other. I always believed that they just didn't want to be apart, and I am sure that is the same with yours. I am sure they are watching over you. I am sorry for your loss. Link to post Share on other sites
shangri La Posted July 10, 2007 Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 Bless their hearts. What a beautiful, bittersweet love story. Link to post Share on other sites
newhopegal Posted July 10, 2007 Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 I hope all of you will keep me and my family in your prayers. My Granny, who has battled Alzheimers for 14 years died last night at the age of 87. My Papa died 3 hours later at age 90. He had been sick for a couple of weeks and I believe he just wanted to be where my Granny would know him again. They had been married 73 years and they were people who were loved, and loved everyone. I truly believe my Granny was simply waiting on Papa to cross the river. Oh my gosh so beautiful but so sad. I am so sorry. You have my prayers. Wow.. I feel inspired.. Link to post Share on other sites
nanny Posted July 10, 2007 Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 Sorry for your loss. 73 years is such a blessing for you and your family, many loving memories. Almost sounds like the movie, The Notebook peace, be with you. One set of my Grandparents passes 3 months from the other; the other couple, 3 years between them. Link to post Share on other sites
Mamma Smitty Posted July 10, 2007 Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 Thanks for sharing your touching story! Link to post Share on other sites
lulu Posted July 10, 2007 Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 that is so sweet and sad at the same time. What a precious story! Link to post Share on other sites
hart408 Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 They are together and that is what matters most. RIP, together. Link to post Share on other sites
Lesley71 Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 aww that's so sweet/touching may they rest in peace. Link to post Share on other sites
ladytasciovan Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 WOW What a tribute to their memory, precious to be always remembered Link to post Share on other sites
Laurel Bay Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 (For some reason I am just now seeing this.) New Hope, bless you and your family. What sweethearts your family must have cherished and looked up to. I am very touched by their story. My thoughts and prayers are with your family udring this time. (hugs) Link to post Share on other sites
Goldngrl Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 Wow, what a sweet story! If we could all be so fortunate as to spend 73 years with someone, and one not have time to grieve the other. Link to post Share on other sites
PauldingPeach Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 Awwwww. What a bitter sweet story. I've never heard of a couple passing of natural causes so close. They were true soulmates! Very inspiring. Link to post Share on other sites
pins4me2 Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 I hope all of you will keep me and my family in your prayers. My Granny, who has battled Alzheimers for 14 years died last night at the age of 87. My Papa died 3 hours later at age 90. He had been sick for a couple of weeks and I believe he just wanted to be where my Granny would know him again. They had been married 73 years and they were people who were loved, and loved everyone. I truly believe my Granny was simply waiting on Papa to cross the river. they are holding hands again..... i am so sorry for your loss and the feelings of the rest of the family, but i don't think that yur granny and papa are feeling sorry for themselves. they are okay with each other. Link to post Share on other sites
Mama of 2 + 2 Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 I am sorry for your loss...That is such a beautiful story and very touching..Just amazing......God Bless you Link to post Share on other sites
pokadot Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 such is true love....they had to be a blessing in many lives....I'am sorry for your loss Link to post Share on other sites
TugboatsMom Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 (edited) That is a sad but sweet story. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. True love all of their lives............................ Edited July 12, 2007 by TugboatsMom Link to post Share on other sites
kira1617 Posted July 13, 2007 Report Share Posted July 13, 2007 Bless You NEWHOPE........ I lost My First Grandparent (My Papa) last February. Him and MY Nanny had been Married for 53 or So Years and They were in as much Love as they were the Day They Met.!!!! You could just see them together and see so Much Love between them. My Papa Loved My Nanny SOOOOO MUCH and My Nanny Loved my Papa SOOO MUCH as well. I truly Believe They were Soulmates. My Papa was 77 when He Died and My Nanny is 72. My Nanny is having such a Hard time living without Him now....I feel soo Bad for Her Cause i cant do anything for Her. And I know that My Papa even though He is in Heaven is Missing Her too. But i know that they will be togther again One Day and They will Just Hug each other and just be soo Happy to be together again. I Know what Your going thru NEWHOPE....It is really Hard to Loose a Grandparent.!!!!! Just know that They are Looking down on You and Your Family and sending Their Love down to Ya'll......Love Sent From Heaven... If You want to Talk about anything I'm here. Link to post Share on other sites
workingforaliving Posted July 13, 2007 Report Share Posted July 13, 2007 I'm sorry for your loss... That is a beautiful love story. Link to post Share on other sites
illy@comcast.net Posted July 13, 2007 Report Share Posted July 13, 2007 I hope all of you will keep me and my family in your prayers. My Granny, who has battled Alzheimers for 14 years died last night at the age of 87. My Papa died 3 hours later at age 90. He had been sick for a couple of weeks and I believe he just wanted to be where my Granny would know him again. They had been married 73 years and they were people who were loved, and loved everyone. I truly believe my Granny was simply waiting on Papa to cross the river. I give u my condolences but that story is an inspiration to all of us. I just lost my grandmother after battling breast cancer that moved to her liver. Grandparents had been 2gether 57 years. I will keep your family in my prayers and I ask if u would do the same. My grandfather is not doing well, he had back surgery 1 year before the breast cancer came. Just remember them always and i will always look up to their love and devotion. Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs. Jack Russell Posted July 13, 2007 Report Share Posted July 13, 2007 I hope all of you will keep me and my family in your prayers. My Granny, who has battled Alzheimers for 14 years died last night at the age of 87. My Papa died 3 hours later at age 90. He had been sick for a couple of weeks and I believe he just wanted to be where my Granny would know him again. They had been married 73 years and they were people who were loved, and loved everyone. I truly believe my Granny was simply waiting on Papa to cross the river. I am saying prayers for your family because I know ya'll are missing them. Our loss is heaven's gain. I am so sorry for your loss. Link to post Share on other sites
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