He and my sister-in-law were due to fly back to Ottawa tomorrow. We have all been so worried about our Mom and now I cannot believe I am going to have to tell her this news. She is still in hospital and yesterday they were giving her Oxygen as her breathing was bad. She will be 96 on May 12th. My brother would have been 67 May 28th...2009 is not proving to be a very good year....hugs x0x0x0x

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother and your mother. What a shock this has been for you. My love and condolences to you and the rest of your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. *4U

Dear Glenda,
I was so sad to read the news of your brothers passing away and now to hear that your mom has gone as well. Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you,
With love,
Rosemary, Durban SA

Glenda,
My dear, I am so sorry to read this news. Prayer for you and your family.
Our Father in heaven,Bless this family with love that only you can. Send the holy one to comfort them.
Be with them in the coming weeks. Let me know that you are there for all of them today and always.
I ask a special blessing of comfort to be sent to the twin.
In the name of the Father, The Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Amen

I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Love in Christ, Brenda Lea of Missouri USA

Glenda, we are praying you are ok - I am so sorry to hear that you have lost your mother, too. I do believe that you are right about your brother being there to welcome her - what a time you must be having. You have my prayers.

Dear Glenda--I am the worst about dealing with death. I never know what to say, but I finally clicked on your link, knowing I should say something. God had his reason taking your brother and Mom the same week. Imagine your Mom's delight seeing her son there to welcome her!. Your brother surely helped your mother arrive at their reunion place. I truly belive there will be utmost joy when we reunite with our love ones. God Bless You and your family.

Dear Glenda my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. You are probably right in saying your brother was stronger and went ahead things sometimes work in mysterious ways i always say and we sometimes will never know the reasons behind it all. take care Ash

Saddened to hear your news. I am so sorry for your family. We pray tha God will comfort and strengthen you all at this time in Jesus name .

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. It is bad enough when somewhat expected (as your mother was) but it is such a terrible shock when it is unexpected (like your dear brother). We lost my mother-in-law the same way (massive, unexpected heart attack). My love and sympathy to you and all of your family.

I can not imagine your loss. I wish I had the "right" words of comfort. Hugs to you and your sister.

So sorry to hear about your brother. I will pray that you and your family find peace. The best part is that we always have our memories to carry us.

My condolences to you and your family for the double shocker. Take care of each other at this time and feel the warmth of everyone around you as well as those who cannot be there but send their thoughts and prayers.

Thank you all so very much for your thoughts, prayers and loving words...unfortunately mother passed away at 1;30am this morning, she never knew that her only son had predeceased her. Someone said to me today "Your brother was the stronger so he went ahead to welcome your MOM" I can only hope so...My sister arrived in Montreal in time to see our mom and tell her of our love for her...we left her at 11:00 pm having said our good-byes and telling her how much we loved her...the tears are still there and flowing quite freely, thankfully my sister and I have each other...love to all of you Glenda x0x0x0x

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by marjialexa 20 Apr 2009

Oh, Glenda, how I wish I could hug you for real!!! I am so crying for you and your family!! What a loss to bear all at once! Do hold on to your sister, and to your faith. My love, Marji

by jrob 20 Apr 2009

Glenda, I can't say how sorry I am. There was rejoicing in heaven for your family today and I just know that they asked for special love be sent to you and your sister. You are in my prayers. You just go ahead and close your eyes and crawl up into God's lap. He will hold you as long as you need Him to.

by marymoore 21 Apr 2009

oh my dear one i am beside myself now with this news please know my prayers are with you and your sister i am here for u

by shirlener88 21 Apr 2009

Oops, didnt see this until after I posted - sorry.

by manami 21 Apr 2009

Dear Glenda, I just sent an email to you, afraid to hear about your mother. I'm so sorry... Know that you and your family are in my prayers, and I'm here for you, my friend.
Love,Yoriko

Glenda, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family...

Oh, Glenda, I just saw this!! Yes, that is quite a shock. I lost my baby brother at 49 of a massive heart attack, as well as my husband at 63, and my Dad at 79, all the same. It's a nasty surprise, so sudden, no goodbyes. But when it's not so brutally painful, think for a moment how easy it was for the one who left. Between one breath and another, from life to Life, cuddled by the Creator of all. The Coroner, when he came to my house when I found my DH cold in bed, held me and told me this. He said, This is what we all wish for." And he has certainly seen it all. The shock will fade, the pain probably not. But with family around, you will all bear each other up, and rely on your faith. Gentle reminder, folks, and there has been way too much of this here lately, life is fragile, we are guaranteed no tomorrow, live every moment as if it were your last, because it might just be. And don't wait till tomorrow or a birthday or Mother's day or whatever to tell those you love that you love them!! Do it right now, and every now, every good night, every good morning. Saying "I love you" and giving a smile is free, takes a second, but is truly priceless. Glenda, you and your family are in my prayers, as are all of you who have suffered loss. My love to you all, Marji

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by cutiepie 20 Apr 2009

Hey, Marji? I love you! =]

My condolences. It is never easy to lose a loved one. We will be thinking of you during the days to come.

Glenda, I am so very sorry. My brother did the same just last January (he was only 51)and it is unbelievable devastating. My heart weeps for you. Please know I am in prayer for your family.

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by cutiepie 20 Apr 2009

Hey, Jrob? I love you! =]

by jrob 20 Apr 2009

Thank you darlin' and I love you, too!

so sorry to hear about your lost,condolences for your complete family,take care,gr connie

Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time,
Ruth and Hans

I am so sorry for your loss, condolences to you and your family.

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Dear Glenda,

I have just come on line and saw your email. I was so saddened to read that your brother has died and so suddenly. I know it is 20 hours since your posting, but please be assured that your sisters and brothers over here in Australia are thinking of you and praying for you to have peace of mind. I will also keep the rest of your family upheld.

God be with you in the coming weeks. Love and blessings Chris

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Glenda. So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

I'll put you in my prayers chin up OK?

Dear Glenda my deepest sympathy to you and your family.Thinking of you and your family in this saddest of times.
Louise

I'll put you in my prayers

I will add you in my prayers also...We are here if you need us anytime....

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You and your are in my prayers.

So sorry to hear your sad news Glenda, my thoughts are with and your family

My deepest condolences go out to you and your family.

My sincere condolences to you and your family.

I am so sorry. I will keep the family in my prayers

So sorry to hear this news.
Prayers and condolences to you and your family during this time.

You have my deepest condolences...I will keep YOU and your family in my prayers during this trying time..

Sqdancer I am so very sorry, I have a younger brother who will b 68 n July & it would devestate me to lose him. Your precious mom may handle it better than the rest of u, someone that has lived to b 96 has amazing resilience. Prayers for u all. Lillian *

We pray God to give you and your family strength in this moment of sorrow. Your dear brother is now in the garden with angels. May the thought that he didn't suffer give you a little bit of peace. Huge hugs, Mary

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss! You and your family are in my prayers.

You are in my thoughts.

I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Glenda, I am so sorry for you loss - I will keep you and your family in my prayers - it will not be easy - with your Mom's health - but she will have you to support her and I am sure God is caring for her especially now. But I will send you this angel to watch over her, too. *4U

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Dear Glenda, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. In these times words are not enough to ease your pain, just know that you and your family (specially your mother) are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all. Love, Yoriko

I am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family

Oh my....I am so sorry to hear your sad news! You are in my thoughts...

Deepest Sympathy & God Bless
You & your loved ones are in my prayers
hugs from minicow

We are praying for you and your family. XO

Losing a love one is NEVER easy or understood however; just know that someone is praying for you and your family. Cherish the moments that you all shared. Even though it may not seem like the year is good, God is working it out for GOOD. Every hair are numbered on our head. He knows the thoughts he has for us and they are always GOOD. Be BLESSED and may the Lord hold you and your family up on every leaning side. May your mother strength be renewed, her tears bottled, and her JOY FULL. *2U

His Humble Servant,
Monica in SC

I am sorry for you, you are in my thoughts

Prayers around the world are with you and your family today and the days to come. Lean on the Lord, He'll carry you through.

I am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your's xoxox *

I am so sorry for you. I wonder about your mother if you really need to tell her? My uncle died when my Grandmother was 97. She was not senile but very forgetful and also on oxygen. We told her once about his death and she was so upset, she had some very bad days health wise. Then she actually forgot that he was dead and we decided not to tell her again. She lived to 102 and did occasionally wonder why he did not visit but died peacefully in her sleep at the end. If you feel she must be told perhaps it can wait till she is stronger. I will say a prayer for you and your family.

Please accept my condolences as I know what it is like to receive such shocking News about someone you love having lost my Husband just weeks ago. You will be in shock for a long time to come. Please send my love and prayers to his Wife and your family including of course yourself. Take care.

Glenda, I am so sorry about your heartbreaking news. Please know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs, and a bouquet of your favorite flowers.****

Condolences to you all. I am so sorry about your brothers. Will pray for strengh for you and family, also thinking of your old mother. Hugs Marie

Glenda, I am sorry for this news. How shocking for you and your family. I am saying prayers for you and your family.....You will need lots of strength, especially telling your Mom. I am so sorry. Laura

I was so sorry to hear your sad new. My prayers, and thoughts goes out to you. Hope things turn a little better you this 2009. God bless. Marietta

Oh my dear friend I am so terribly sorry to hear this sad news. It must indeed have been a terrible shock and he was so young. I'm lost for words Glenda, all I can say is please accept my deepest, most sincere sympathy. I don't know how you will tell your Mum, the shock would be the worst thing at her age.
Hugs n love, Meg

Glenda, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Condolences to you all.

I am so sorry for your loss...I will keep you in my prayers.

Your all in my prayers, God bless. H&*.

oh my i am so sorry my dear one i am here if you need me please take care ok

I'm so sorry for you and your family sqdancer. Hugs to you

I am so sorry for your loss, condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Oh dear Glenda you can not imagine how sorry I am. My deepest condolence to you and your family. Is so hard when you lose a family member but it is worst when is to close. I'm very, very sorry. XoXo

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This is very sad news for all of you. My prayers go out to all of you at this time. May the Lord comfort all of you during this trying time and help your Mom cope with this even though she is already having health problems. It does sound like you are going to have to be the strong one for the family right now. Trust in the Lord that he will give you strength to get you and your Mom through this. Your Mom sounds like she must have been made from some pretty strong stuff anyway. I think I would have Dr. on hand when I told her. It is never easy for a parent to hear those words from anyone. She just may shock all of you and try to be strong for the rest of her children. A Mother's love is unending no matter what the age of her children. Hugs to you Linda in Ga

What a shock! Condolences to you and your family. Hugs and best wishes. Lois

Oh, my heart aches for you and your family. Know that you are in my prayers. Prayers and Blessings. Libbie

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My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for all of you.

My deepest sympathy. God be with you

oh dear,Í feel sorry for your lost, it's always so hard to loose someone you love,my deepest sympathy and strenght for you and your family. hugs and prayers for you.

My deepest sympathy. I hate to say this, but is this something you really need to tell your mother? Does she talk to him often? I really don't know how you feel, as far as giving your mother this bad news, but I just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers.