Joyces husband died last nite

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    Joyces husband died last nite

    I'll leave details to Joyce to share when she is able, but, Mel passed away last night shortly after 9PM PST.
     
    I hope that all of us can keep Joyce and her family in our hearts through the next very trying through months.  She's going to be feeling a myriad of emotions, and likely a lot of guilt for feeling ANY of them.  All part of the grieving process, but so very hard to live through.
     
    I have Joyce's mailing address so PM me if you'd like to send a card.  Email her if you want...I'm sure that she would appreciate our love and support now.
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    Joyce - I am so sorry.  Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family.
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    Thank you, Glenda, for keeping us up to date on this very unfortunate turn of events.
     
    My thoughts and sympathies are with Joyce, Max and their family.
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    I'm in such shock, I don't know what I'm doing - I thought I just posted here.
     
    Thanks, Glenda, for keeping us aware of these unfortunate circumstanes. 
     
    My thoughts and sympathies are with Joyce, Max and family.
     
    ETA - excuse the double post - I said I didn't know what I was doing and I meant it.
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    The last thing I wanted to do was need to share this news, and when I opened Joyce's email this morning I just sat here and cried.  My heart is breaking for Joyce and her family.
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    Glenda, I saw your post late last night saying things were very dire; I was afraid I'd see this news today.  Of course, I'll keep Joyce and Mel in my thoughts.  I hope she has family and friends close by who can provide her with strength and support first-hand.  Our prayers and vibes will be an added layer.  I also hope that Mel's passing was as peaceful as possible and that Joyce takes comfort knowing he's with other people and pets who may have gone before him. 
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    As much as I knew how dire things were, I'm still totally shocked and in tears myself.  I will send something privately to Joyce, but for me, this is just a reminder to treasure each and every day with those we love.  We just never know what life holds for us or our families.  
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    I spoke with Joyce a short time ago, and she sounds like she's holding together well.  Her sons are with her, and I'm sure that they are an enormous comfort.  And Max of course.
     
    Yes, this should serve to remind us all that life is so very precious.
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    My thoughts go out to Joyce and her family.  I would bet that Mel is at the Bridge being showered with wet, sloppy kisses from the dogs of his lifetime, and that they are caring for him as they did long ago...

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    My deepest sympathies for Joyce and the entire family. May your fond memories help you through these difficult times.

      
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    Thanks, Glenda. Gosh, I feel so bad--it seemed to be pretty darn sudden, really. I can't imagine the hole she feels--Joyce, I'm so sorry.
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    Joyce--I've already e-mailed you.  But, Willow wanted to send all the doggie love she could to you and yours during this difficult time. 
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    I'm so sorry Joyce...here I am worrying about my husband and his problems...and you loose yours. Please accept my sincerest sympathy!
    Dyan
     
     
    Thanks for the heads-up Glenda!
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    I'm also in shock and so saddened for Joyce and her family.  I will continue to keep them in my prayers as they go through this very difficult time.  I'm so very sorry. 
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    My deepest sympathies and wishes for strength are going out to Joyce and her family. I am so sorry for their loss.

    Kate