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I had mentioned last week that one of Juan's nephews was terminal. Daniel passed away yesterday afternoon. Juan was at the hospital at the time. Fortunately, his nephew's brothers, sisters, and parents were there. A sad time for all but everyone had the opportunity to say their goodbyes.
Daniel was 42 and lived a bit of an obscure life. He left home early and pretty much kept to himself. He had a couple of children along the way and his 22 year old son stopped by the hospital for a visit the other day.
Always under the radar, Daniel didn't have a formal job which didn't provide medical benefits or funeral services. I know I talk about that a lot and all I can say is, "only if ". All water under the bridge now and time for us to be with family. I'm glad we came home early from our trip. Daniel was at his mother's house in the heat suffering and in pain. With some push and pull, we got him into a hospital where he was able to spend his last days in comfort in an air conditioned room with the care everyone deserves.
Sure to be a big event, everyone in Juan's family lives here in the metro area of Monterrey and at last count there were 120 direct relatives (brothers, sisters, inlaws, nieces, nephews, and all the greats)from his parents. It will be a long day and one that we all have to do as part of being human beings, honoring our dead.
I remember the last years of my parents lives. Every morning my dad would walk out to get the newspaper, sit down and go through the obituaries and then plan their day based on that. They lived to be in their mid-eighties and attended a lot of funerals.
As a side note, someone backed into the SUV at the hospital yesterday afternoon. A woman took a picture as it happened, got the plates and then showed Juan the person from the truck who was in the hospital waiting room. The guy said, "yes, he gave me a ride but I don't know who he is". Right. We'll let the insurance company figure it out.
Sorry to read about you and Juan's nephew.....glad he got some comfort before he passed. Marilyn
ReplyDeleteWe are thinking of you during this sad time. We hope the gathering of family offers the support and comfort Daniel's family and friends need right now. Thankfully, you were able to spend some time with him and help him before he passed. Abrazos, amigos.
ReplyDeleteMy condolences go out to Juan and the family
ReplyDeletePlease tell Juan we are thinking of him and his family.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about the passing of Juan's nephew, 42 is far too young. I am happy that he had family around him at the end. Our condolences to you, Juan and his family.
ReplyDeleteRuth and Kevin
So sad but glad you were there at the right time. I made a difference. Hugs to you all.
ReplyDeleteOops...Meant to say"It made a difference"
ReplyDeleteOur condolences, Juan and Chris to you and your families.
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