HI All
Unfortunately my beautiful and darling husband passed away on Saturday 27th February at 5.30am
I am posting this in the hope of sharing my story might give others some comfort
The final weeks were very hard and difficult and I can't pretend that this wasn't the case. Eamonn was unable to walk or care for himself at all for the final 4 weeks but I have told my boys to delete those memories from their heads and remember their Dad as a fit, strong, healthy, intelligent and witty guy.
Eamonn wanted to die at home and we achieved that. He wasn't in any pain or discomfort. He simply passed gently and peaceful at the dawning of the day. Myself and our two adored sons were with him and I spoke to him all the time until he was gone. I reminded him of our love and thanked him for being my husband and best friend. I told him not to be scared and to be at peace. I assured him that I would be okay as that was something he was always worried about.
We had huge support from the palliative care team who worked so hard to ensure that the end was calm.
Our night nurse guided us so compassionately through the final hour and afterwards showed such care and respect for Eamonn
We can never thank these people enough
I hope that my honesty in this post might help someone out there.
Love Nuala
