Sad news this week. Most of you know Margie, Ruby’s daughter.
Her husband, Des, passed away on the weekend just gone.
I think I can safely say that there are very few of us left that cancer has not had an effect on ourselves, family or friends.
It was scarcely a month from diagnoses to goodbye. My heart really goes out to Margie, her lovely boys and their families.
Des was a funny bloke. He loved our fresh eggs – it was like a password system to get in their house
“You got eggs??” He would shout from his chair when I would knock on the window
An affirmative answer and I was welcomed with open arms.
Then he would go on a mission to collect all the five cent pieces in the house to pay the $4 for them!
He enjoyed that as only a Dad/Grandpa could!!! (I still have a HUGE stash of five cent pieces that I haven’t taken to the bank to change! 🙂 )
Des was keen on fishing, he also swam frequently during summer in the ocean, which is right across the road from their home. Des & Margie did a lot of camping & Des loved a little flutter on the race horses!
I had the pleasure of scanning a bundle of photos for Margie for the funeral which will be on Friday. The above photo I love. It may be scratched and the colour faded, but its just the sweetest thing!
All Margie’s family is gathered around (And to be honest I think Ruby just signed herself on for another five years to be there for her daughter!!)
My parents flew in today. Its lovely to see them again so soon – I just wish it wasn’t under these circumstances.
Anyway – so Norwich House is a bit busy and topsy-turvy So I may or may not be swinging past the blog much over the next few days.
Make the most of every second with your loved ones. xxx
Oh Lisa, so sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Life’s cycle is quite a ride, with the end always with tears. My thoughts and prayers extend across the world to you and yours.
Elizabeth
Thank-you so much Elizabeth! I will pass on your thoughts to Margie. xx
Lisa, I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. Cancer is an evil entity and my prayer is that a cure will be found soon. We lost my father on December 21st, 1998 just short of six-months after his diagnosis with lung cancer. I still miss him.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Caroline
Thank-you for your kind thoughts Caroline. I will certainly pass them on to Margie. I am sorry to hear about your Dad. That was also a very short time from diagnosis. It (cancer) strikes everywhere 🙁 They work hard on finding cures and better treatment. The day has to come where they can sort it out! xx
Lovely pictures and a beautifully written blog! Our hearts go out to Marg and her family.
Thank-you Judy xxx
So sorry for Margie’s loss of her dear husband. Take extra special care of Ruby, as well as Margie and the boys. You are so right about cancer touching nearly everyone at some time. My sympathy to the entire family during this difficult time. Care for yourself and Jeff as well.
Thank-you so much for your kind thoughts. Even at a tough time its wonderful to see family rallying around. I will pass on your words to Margie. xx
So sorry for everyone touched by his passing.
Thank-you Carla. Will pass on your thoughts to Margie.
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you & your sweet family.
Thank-you Jenny for your kind words. I will pass them on to Margie
I’m sorry for your loss, please know that while those left behind are grieving and in pain Des is at peace and with our Heavenly Father
Thank-you Linda. I will pass your message on to Margie xx