Friday, April 10, 2009

Jill

Mom here. Jill died Thursday morning at 12:30 am. She would have needed more surgery and a colostomy bag for the rest of her life. She said no. She was at peace with her decision. She was taken off the respirator Wednesday. I am grateful that she did not linger. I like to think my son has a guardian angel in heaven now, but there is a hole in all of our hearts.

My mother has lost one of her best friends. I know she is not a consistent blogger, but your condolences to her would be much appreciated. You can find her here, at Studio Jeanne.

I will get back to visiting soon, but right now I need a little time and I have a very sad boy to comfort. Thank you for all your prayers and thoughts. I am sure they are the reason Jill was able to listen to all the words of love my mother spoke to her these last few days.

40 comments:

Gemini and Ichiro said...

Our condolences to you and your family in the loss of your dear friend.

LydiaAndPugs said...

I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dawn

Archie and Melissa said...

dear m,
i am sooooo sorry for your loss. i am sending you lots of love and thinking of you and your family.

xoxoxo
melissa

Salinger The Pug said...

We are so sorry to hear this news. Please know that we are sending your entire family a big virtual ((((HUG))) and sending lots of good thoughts across the miles.

Love,
Salinger's Family

Anonymous said...

I'm sorry to hear the news. Our family will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Its comforting to know of the peace she had when she passed.

Hugs from Pugsley's Family.

Chase said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. My condelescences to you and your family.

Pug(s) and Bugg said...

We are so sorry to hear that Jill was out of luck to get better, but we're glad to hear that she was at peace and decided to go to heaven on her own terms and at peace. That is such a relief for us. We hope that you and plus one will hang onto each other during this time.

Kaz's Cats said...

We're so sorry for your loss. We're sending hugs to all of Jill's family and friends, especially little PlusOne,

{{{hugs}}}

Gypsy & Tssha & Karen (Mum)

Monty Q. Kat said...

...

There has to be a better, more eloquent way to say: "This sucks and I can't make it better for you", but I can't think of one.

Clare said...

Thinking of you.

Unknown said...

Hi Marie, I know we've spoken about this already, but just wanted to let you know once more that I'm praying for the peace beyond understanding, for the hole in your hearts to be filled with happy memories and for Jill's safe passage. She was a brave and very wise woman to do what she did - we should all aspire to live a life so full and happy that at the end of the day we can say 'it's time to go.'
Love from myself and the puggies,
Rachel

Daisy said...

My sincerest condolences on the loss of your great friend Jill.

Poppy Q said...

We were sorry to hear about your special friend. You are in our thoughts.

Julie and Poppy Q

Robyn and The (Mostly) Badass Cat said...

Oh we're sorry to hear about your special friend. We're sending lots and lots of purrs of sympathy.

The Island Cats said...

We're sorry to hear about your friend, Jill. Purrs to you and purrs to her family...

Cats of Wildcat Woods said...

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. Much healing energy is being sent your way.

Cheri and the cats

Jans Funny Farm said...

We are sad that PlusOne and your folks lost someone they love. Jill sounds like she was a good friend.

Sandra y Coco Pug said...

i am so sorry to hear this. she was a brave woman to decide it was time to go. it really touched me. i hope you and your family get through this soon, specially plus one. he for sure has an angel in heaven looking after him.
hugs
sandra

Chrissie said...

My friends,

Our hearts are heavy today knowing that yours are hurting so. Marie for Memere and PlusOne, PlusOne and Memere for each other and Lynne and Dad for all. Please know that I am purring and my mom is praying for you all now. For comfort. For rest. For peace. And for the gift of Time, who's healing brings a gentle Joy in the memory of a woman so very loved.

Your friend,

Angus (and Mom)

Kelly said...

I am so heartbroken about Jill's passing. I hope you and your family can find some peace in knowing that she knew just how loved she was and was ready to see Heaven's gates.

Praying for you all.

Teri and her Stylish Adventure Cats said...

So sorry for your families loss...a friend is a gift, always treasured, always remembered.

A Tail of 3 Doggies said...

We are so very very sorry. May you find comfort and peace.

Angel Junior, Orion and Sammy said...

We are so sorry for your loss.

Junior, Orion and Meowm

Shaggy and Scout said...

We came over from Millie's blog to offer condolences. She looks like she was a happy, fun loving woman. Purrs to all of you.

Mickey's Musings said...

We are very sorry about Jill's passing. We too,are glad it was quick.
Hugs to all of you and Ji''s friends and family.
Purrs Mickey,Georgia, Tillie& Mombean

Samantha & Mom said...

We are so sorry to hear of Jill's passing!! Our thoughts and purrrayers are with you during this time! (((((((hugs))))))
Your FL furiiends,
and Mom & Maverick

Angel, Kirby and Max said...

We are so sorry for your loss of Jill. We will purr for Plus One that he understands this was Jill's decision to let go. It is hard for any of us to accept these things, but even harder for a young person! Give him hugs from us!

Too Cute Pugs said...

I'm so sorry for you loss.

Hugs to you,
Sue

Zippy, Sadie, Speedy and M'Gee said...

We send purrs and hugs on yoor loss of a frend...

Toffee K. Ripple Fuzzypants & Feline American Angels said...

We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Our purrs an' purrayers ... especially to PlusOne ... at this difficult an' sorrowful time.
DMM

MISS PEACH ~(^.^)~ said...

Roxy we went and left soft purrrs for your mommy. Gosh we are just so sad for her and you too...this is hard for all left behind.
Lots of love to from your Miss peach

The WriggleButts said...

We're so sorry for your loss..

Ane, Bajas & Virus

Stacy Walker said...

We are very sorry for your loss.

The Walker Family Farm.

The Cat Realm said...

We are so sorry! Our most heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
The Cat Realm

Dughallmor Beagles said...

We are so sad to hear about Jill's passing, we know how very dear she was to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love and hugs xx

jenianddean said...

We are so sorry for your loss. We will send your family, and her's, soft purrs...
--The McKitten-Cats, and our Mom and Dad

The Meezers or Billy said...

we are so very sorry for your loss. We are sending soft purrrss to all of you and some soft headbutts to PlusOne

Tweedles -- that's me said...

We are so sad for you in this time of sorrow. It is so hard to lose someone and let go. She was a brave woman and did it her way.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time
love
tweedles and moms

Pugsley and Lola said...

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jill will always be with you in your happy memories of her:)

Here are some Pugs and Kisses (XOXOXO) to make you feel better!!

Pugsley & Family

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry.
We are thinking of you guys.