After the car ride and the grandkiddie-Easter hello-waves, after the solar panels and after we found just the right amount of meds, Joseph slept peacefully his last days with us right there by his side until Friday night April 17 at exactly 9.00 p.m. his spirit flew away.
Mischa, Simone, Cassia and I were there right next to him when he took his last breath ... we’ve been with him most of the past 5 days as he slept and held on with a heart beating as strong as ever but finally he said enough. We were sad of course but glad to be there in our house together to say goodbye.
His body will be buried in the next few days, with just immediate (Aust) family.
We want to thank all of you for the love you sent and the beautiful notes you wrote us over the past 133 days, on this crazy, sad journey. We will all gather sometime later; here or in Canada, to celebrate and remember our darling; best dad, best friend.
With love and thanks
Jill, Mischa, Cassia (Simone & Pablo) and kiddie poohs.
Lots of love to you all... David, me, Jade, Matt and Owen.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for this news Jill. You have had the strength of a thousand women these past 133 days. Your loving care for Joseph was so beautiful. Our prayers are for you and your family at this sad time . You are so blessed to have such a wonderful strong family by your side. With love from the family on the farm.
ReplyDeleteHave of course been thinking of Joe alot lately and on Friday he was the first person who popped in my head when I woke up. I went for a coastal walk and saw some gorgeous little red crested birds and thought to myself 'Joe would be able to tell me I'm seconds the name of these birds...'. Later in the evening I decided to open a special bottle of wine to toast Joe. I'm so glad you were all able to be there with him to support him through this. Sending you all hugs.
ReplyDeleteDear Jill and family. Have just opened blog and seen your news and wanted to say that we have loved reading your blog over the last month with stories of fun, laughter, family' get togethers and the love you have all shared. It seemed Joe had a mission to get a few things into place before he said goodbye and that he did. You have all been so strong over this journey and we now send you our deepest thoughts and condolences and God bless you all. Jenny and Zig x
ReplyDeleteI will always remember the deep warmth Joseph had for ����������������. He had a very big heart for us whenever we walked into the store OR ran into him at a team event. These things happen for a reason unbelievably and surely his infectious happiness is rubbing off on those he's with wherever that may be.
ReplyDeleteAlexia and I send our heartfelt and deepest condolences to everyone especially the children, grandchildren, and we project limitless hugs and love to you in particular Jill.
I will always remember the deep warmth Joseph had for everyone. He had a very big heart for us whenever we walked into the store OR ran into him at a team event. These things happen for a reason unbelievably and surely his infectious happiness is rubbing off on those he's with wherever that may be.
ReplyDeleteAlexia and I send our heartfelt and deepest condolences to everyone especially the children, grandchildren, and we project limitless hugs and love to you in particular Jill.
Oh my heart is so heavy and aching! �� However, the memories of our times with you in Ottawa are so rich and happy...Joe's goofy sense of humour and huge infectious smile (as Jill rolls her eyes at his goofiness) will always be in my memories! Would love to see you if at all possible when you are back! Thinking of you all, sending our love! Hugs
ReplyDeleteI’m so sorry for you all, Jill. I just got the news from Gala yesterday. Joe was one of the most amazing people I’ve ever known. I will be forever grateful for all the memories I have of working with him at the boutique. I can still see him coming through the door, hands on his hips, and wether the store was messy or spotless he’d always say: “All right let’s get this place cleaned up!” It always cracked me up! And I can never forget how he helped me start my illustration career out of the goodness of his heart. What an amazing human being. I’m so glad I got to see you both last summer and catch up for a bit... I’m keeping you in my heart ❤️
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