lindyluwho, lost her husband, yesterday!

glenda_al

10 years ago

Rest in peace, Wayne Howard. 10/31/42 - 11/18/13

Linda is now from Alabama, formerly from GA.

I just got off the phone with her, and she's doing as well as expected.

No funeral, no memorial, as per Wayne's wishes. He's been ill for quite some time and had hospice care.

Laura and I lunched with Linda last week.

Prayers, thoughts, hugs and love for Linda during this sad time.

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sweet_betsy No AL Z7
10 years ago
My deepest sympathy to you today.
patti43
10 years ago
Linda, our husbands had a lot of the same heart problems so, while you've known this would probably happen, it doesn't help the sense of loss you are feeling. We were both lucky to have our men as long as we did.

Know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a strong woman so count on your strength to help you through this. (((Linda)))

P.S. Harry didn't want any kind of service either, and so we didn't.
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susanjf_gw
10 years ago
hope they do what we did...the family went to dinner at my mother's fave place...
jeaninwa
10 years ago
Linda, I wish peace for you
lindaohnowga
10 years ago
May God give you the strength and comfort that you need at this time. You have my sincere sympathy.
Orchidllauraga
10 years ago
Linda words cannot express the sympathy I feel for you during this time in your life. Please know that people are praying for you. I am praying for you to receive the Peace that only the Lord can grant.
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lindyluwho
10 years ago
Thank you everyone. I appreciate your kind words.

Patti, you and I have a lot in common. I knew that when we met you and Harry and we talked a while.
Lindsey_CA
10 years ago
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss.
Jasdip
10 years ago
Linda, I'm so sorry.
Mom died 2 years ago and she didn't want any kind of a service either. She and my step-father always said that they wanted to have family and close friends at a restaurant and play their favourite music.

That's what we had for Mom, booked a private room at an Italian restaurant and played The Eagles, her favourite band.

My step-father has mom's ashes in a beautiful wooden box.....not an urn style thing at all.
momrox4
10 years ago
So sorry for your loss.
petaloid
10 years ago
Oh, Linda -- my heart goes out to you.
lydia1959
10 years ago
So very sorry Linda.
marie_ndcal
10 years ago
My sympathy are with you for the loss of your husband. The only thing I might suggest is to have some sort of service, even if it is very private. When my folks passed away, I never got the closure I needed and that is important..

This post was edited by marie-ndcal on Tue, Nov 19, 13 at 22:43
matti5
10 years ago
Linda, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs!
clubm
10 years ago
So sorry my thoughts are with you,
clubm
10 years ago
So sorry my thoughts are with you,
Georgysmom
10 years ago
So sorry to hear this, Linda. My sincerest condolences to you and your family
hounds_x_two
10 years ago
Linda, I am sorry for your loss. You will be on my mind and in my prayers.
lindyluwho
10 years ago
Marie, my Daddy didn't want any service either. Just cremation so that's what we did. I made it so much easier on all of us. That's when Wayne and I decided that's what we wanted too.

My first husband died in a traffic accident in 1980 and we did the whole funeral service. I didn't find any closure in it only more pain and agony. It's not a ritual I find comforting. But then again I'm not of fan of "ceremonies" of any kind.
Marilyn Sue McClintock
10 years ago
Thinking of you Linda and I am so sorry.

Sue
terilyn
10 years ago
No words can express my sympathy. Thoughts, prayers, and love are with you.
Fun2BHere
10 years ago
My sympathies to you, Linda.
Lily316
10 years ago
I'm so sorry for your loss, Linda. Take care.
minnie_tx
10 years ago
Linda try to know that all the love you shared is with him Also know that we are all here for you
juellie1962
10 years ago
Linda, words can't express the sorrow I feel for a woman who loses her husband. I hope your beautiful memories can wrap themselves around you and bring you peace & comfort.
maire_cate
10 years ago
I am so sorry Linda, you'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
pianolady2008
10 years ago
Sympathy and prayers to Linda.
fiveholetarget
10 years ago
Sorry for your loss. I lost my husband in August. The pain for me was the worst during the first month. Now that it is November I am starting to feel life is going to be ok. I hope you find the sunshine after your loss.
jkayd_il5
10 years ago
I am so sorry for your loss.
jel48
10 years ago
I am so sorry, Linda.
tami_ohio
10 years ago
My sympathy and prayers for you and your family.
rob333 (zone 7b)
10 years ago
((((lindylouwho))))
chisue
10 years ago
Please accept my sympathy as you grieve. Knowing death is coming doesn't insulate us from the ache of *missing* someone you love. If we never loved, we'd never sorrow. I'm sorry for your loss.
sandiefl
10 years ago
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
katlan
10 years ago
Linda, I'm very sorry for your loss. I'm glad your husband is no longer suffering. God bless his soul. And God bless you, I hope you can find peace in your heart from the pain.

Also to you dmickey. It sounds like you're doing better now. Only time heals this kind of pain.
YogaLady1948
10 years ago
So sorry (((Linda)))
Rose_NW_PA
10 years ago
Linda,
So sorry about your husband. My husband had pancreatic cancer and was at home under the care of hospice. Even though you know it is going to happen, it is very hard when they are gone.
Take care of yourself and do what feels right for you.
grandmamary_ga
10 years ago
My deepest sympathy to you.
Mary
sjerin
10 years ago
I'm so sorry to read this and give you my sympathy. I hope you have family and friends to support you at this tough time.
mawheel
10 years ago
Linda, sympathy and prayers are coming your way.
joyfulguy
10 years ago
Good wishes for these difficult days, Linda ... may you remember and be thankful for all of the good times and good years together.

God grant grace and peace in your heart sufficient for these days: you are a capable, strong woman and will find your way through all that needs to be done.

I'm offering some prayers on your behalf, and for others who loved your husband.

ole joyful
rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7
10 years ago
Linda, I am so very sorry for your loss.
kathi_mdgd
10 years ago
Linda,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
My dh is retired military and he doesn't want any services either when his time on earth is done.

May you find peace in the days ahead.
Kathi
lindalou
10 years ago
thoughts and prayers are with you, Linda. i am so sorry for your loss.
dedtired
10 years ago
Linda, you are in my thoughts. I am truly sorry for your loss.
User
10 years ago
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers.
hoovergal
10 years ago
Linda,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
cheryl_ok
10 years ago
So sorry for your loss
lindyluwho
10 years ago
Thank you all so much for all your kind words. I've tried to stay busy this week and so far I'm doing pretty good. We had a family birthday party for my DGS today at my house.. He is 7. This was planned last week and I was not about to disappoint that sweet little boy.
patti43
10 years ago
Linda, I can't believe your GS is 7 already! It's good to keep busy and while this time of year will surely have some sad moments, keeping so busy sure does help!

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