Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Good Bye - Dear Great Auntie

My Great Aunt passed away early Monday morning.  She was a loving aunt to 5 nieces and nephews, 6 great nieces & nephews & 3 great-greats.  While the end was not unexpected and she was blessed with a full and long life, we are all still very sad. 

I have wonderful memories of her and playing with a set of three brown and gold pitchers when we'd visit.  I will always associate fruit cocktail with her and my other Great Aunt, collectively they were know as "The Aunts".  The sisters spent many years living together, each other's constant companion.  I think we are all more than a little concerned about how my remaining Great Aunt will carry on.  But for now, we are taking a moment to reflect upon, remember, and celebrate with love our Aunt, who up until now was a constant presence in all our lives.

I will be offline for a majority of the remainder of the week  Between this and Brad being off on one of his rare business trips I'll have my hands full.  I will check in periodically but if it takes longer than usual to get a response, I hope you will understand the delay.

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5 comments:

  1. Katie, I'm sorry for your loss. Isn't it crazy that even though we know death will happen soon, it still hurts so much? I am glad you have so many fun memories to share about your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you today.

    Mikaila

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  2. My condolences, Katie. That generation was/is the salt of the earth....Lin

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  3. Just sending my condolences. I'm sure your fond memories of this special lady will be comforting at this time. Renee

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  4. So sorry for your loss. I also lost a dear Aunt last week. She was 90 and also had a nice long life, but I do understand how sad it is.
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  5. I'm so sorry for you and your family's loss. I will keep your other Aunt in my prayers as well.

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