My wife has passed away...

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My wife has passed away...

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My wife and partner for the last thirty five years passed away this morning after a two and a half year struggle with MDS and Leukemia. She was my rock, my biggest fan, and she kept me on the straight and narrow for all those years. She's probably the only reason I'm still here today, and my heart is broken. I take solace in the fact that her pain and suffering have ended at last, and she's now at peace in the hands of God. I wish to thank all of my friends here and want them to know that I have much to take care of now, and I may not be as active on the forum for awhile. I just need time and prayers to get me through this event.

Bless you all.
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So very sorry to hear of this Donny. May she Rest in Peace, and I pray for your solace,
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So sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you, Donny.
I’m glad she is not suffering any longer. We’ll be here for you.
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My most sincere condolences to you, Donny.
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Donny - my deepest condolences to you. I'm very sorry to hear this. Prayers sent for both of you, and may she rest in peace.
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You have my condolences. I can only imagine how that must hurt. My thoughts are with you
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My thoughts and prayers are with you Donny.
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Sorry to hear that Donny - you have my sympathy!
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Sorry for your loss. :cry:
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I am very sad for your loss.
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May her memory be a blessing.
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I'm sorry to read of the loss of your wife and soulmate Donny. My condolences to you and everyone suffering from this loss.
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Donny- I so sad for your loss. My Special One is in her mid 70's, I'm 67 and sometimes think about one of us passing on.
My best to you in this mourning period,
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I cannot begin to grasp what this level of loss must be like. I'm so sorry, Donny.

Just know that there are a lot of people on this forum that think the world of you. We're in your corner. And based on your helpful comments here over the years, I'm sure the same could probably be said about the other areas of your life: people have your back because you are a generous person. Take solace and let them carry some of the burden when the opportunity arises.

You said you have things to attend to... no doubt. We hope to see you back here when you're ready.
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my condolences.
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Donny my deepest sympathy for you loss. God rest your sweet wife. My prayers sent up.
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Condolences for for you and your family.
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Prayers are sent 🙏
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My condolences. So sorry for your loss.