My Mother’s Passing

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Hi there, you are probably wondering why I have been absent from my blog for a while.  Well my Mother, Jeannette passed away at the very young age of 68.  I have been spending all of my time with her in her last days and now I will be taking care of her estate and making funeral arrangements.  

My mother passed from a smoking related illness, please, please if you smoke, STOP NOW!  If not for yourself then for your family.

Thanks to everyone who has been keeping my family in thier thoughts.  I will resume my blog posts when I get my life back to normal.  Hang in there, I have not forgotten you.  🙂

Huge Hugs,

Michelle 

361 thoughts on “My Mother’s Passing”

  2. DIane Cooper's avatar DIane Cooper

    Keeping you in my thoughts Michelle and the rest of your family. We are currently dealing with a loss ourselves and so I know how time cinsuming grief and estate dealings are.
    Don’t get too caught up in all the legal stuff- you need to take time to grieve as well.
    Diane

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  3. Marianne's avatar Marianne

    My thoughts and prayers are with you. I lost my mom at age 61. She also passed due to that smoking related disease. I was 27 at the time. What a sin to have died so young. 68 is also too young to leave this earth. I miss her terribly and she is gone over 20 years already. My heart goes out to you and your family.
    Marianne
    Ft. Lauderdale, FL

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  4. Catherine's avatar Catherine

    Sorry to hear of your loss. It’s never easy losing a loved one. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you can find peace and comfort during this difficult time.

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  8. Yvette's avatar Yvette

    Michele, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.
    When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
    My sympathy go out to you and your family.

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  9. Carol Dee's avatar Carol Dee

    Dear Michelle, You are indeed in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry ot hear of you great loss. May your fondest memories help to ease your greif in the day to come. Sending hugs across the miles. Do what you must, remember you are loved and we will wait, hugs to all.

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  10. Sonia Rowe's avatar Sonia Rowe

    Michelle, I am so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. My father too passed away last Oct from a smoking related condition. Because of him I had quit smoking and it has been almost 4 yrs for me now. I guess we tend to think we are invincable and that “That”… won’t happen to me. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  13. Karen Barber's avatar Karen Barber

    Oh dear Michelle, I am so so sorry!! I came to your facebook page to wish you a wonderful Founder’s Circle trip only to read this sad news!! I am going to try and call you on my way home from work. We are too out of touch! 😦 I am so so so sorry. Love, Karen

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  15. Alexandra's avatar Alexandra

    I am so very sorry for your loss Michelle, I will keep you in my prayers… having lost my own mum in 2005 to cancer, I feel for you, it’s very hard loosing your mum, and know of the hurt you’re experiencing.
    Take care,
    love and gentle hugs
    Alexandra x

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  16. Diane Davies's avatar Diane Davies

    What a beautiful picture of your mother! So sorry for your loss. My mom is just a couple of years older but was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s about 10 years ago. Although she is still physically alive we lost her many years ago. I know I will be facing this soon too. Take care of yourself and your family. HUGS

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  17. kim McKinney's avatar kim McKinney

    i am so sorry to hear about the death of your mother. May your memories bring you solace. Take care of yourself during this very painful time.

    Kim m

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  19. Diane's avatar Diane

    Michelle,

    When I checked the blog the last few days, and didn’t see anything new posted, I just knew you had more important things to be dealing with. Please know as much as I/we love your blog, we know there are things that take a higher priority. Take care and know you have a whole stamping family out here to send you hugs when you need them. Best to you and your family in this difficult time! -Diane in MN

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  20. Dana's avatar Dana

    I’m sorry Michelle; I know how hard it is. My Mom passed six years ago, at almost 72, and it is a young age. She met my second child, but he was very young, so neither he nor my youngest ever knew her. I agree with Diane, what a wonderful picture. I have one of my Mom that has that whole different style from pics of today. Hang in there and remember the fun and wonderful memories of times together.

    Take care, and don’t worry, we’ll still be here whenever you get back 🙂

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  21. Mary Hansen's avatar Mary Hansen

    So very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, Mickey. Your family is in our prayers, take care of yourself. We’ll all be here waiting when you feel like blogging again!

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  25. Randa's avatar Randa

    Oh, Michelle, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. You have my heartfelt condolences. You and your family will be in my thoughts & prayers. That’s a lovely picture of her. Take care of yourself.

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  26. Lynnor aka icensheba on SCS's avatar Lynnor aka icensheba on SCS

    I’m so glad you got to spend time with your mother while she was still here. Hugs and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of loss….

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  27. Debie's avatar Debie

    Hi Michelle,
    My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please take as much time as you need. We love the inspiration you give to us and I hope that you feel the positive energy we are sending your way. Debie

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  30. Deb's avatar Deb

    So very sorry for your loss. It’s not easy to lose the ones we love. Praying God’s very best for you during this time that you find strength to handle everything you have coming your way.

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  34. Leslie Pershing's avatar Leslie Pershing

    How kind of you to be thinking of us at a time like this. We are your fans and we do care about you. Please take this time for you and your family. My deepest sympathies and condolences go out to you and your family. Also, that was a beautiful picture you shared of your mother.
    Sincerely, Leslie

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  38. Eileen's avatar Eileen

    Michelle – My heart is with you at this your saddest hour. I, too, lost a parent at the same age. It felt like a thief had stolen him. I am sure you feel somewhat the same. Your mother was beautiful. Remember all the wonderful things she taught you – it will make you smile through the tears and the strength to carry on.
    {{{Hugs}}} & Prayers go out to you and your family.

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  40. Carole S.'s avatar Carole S.

    Michelle- I am so sorry for your loss. May you feel the peace and strength of God during this time. My sincere hugs and prayers to you and your family!

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  43. mainsdor's avatar mainsdor

    Chère Michelle, je vous présente toutes mes condoléances, c’est très difficile de perdre sa maman, j’ai perdu la mienne lorsqu’elle avait 63 ans. Je pense bien à vous.
    Amicalment
    Nicole

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  45. Janine B's avatar Janine B

    Michelle, Sorry to hear your sad news. I hope you can remember the good times with your Mum and not the horrible effects of smoking. Look after yourself and lets hope your message gets through to today’s kids who still think smoking is cool. Janine x

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  47. Crystal's avatar Crystal

    My sympathy to you and your family Michelle. I lost my mom 3 1/2 years ago and today is her birthday. I miss her everyday, but it does get easier. Keep her beautiful memories in your mind and know that she is still with you in your heart.

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  48. JoAnn Burnham's avatar JoAnn Burnham

    So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I lost my mother in 1987 at the age of 62. It is very hard not having her to talk with, but it does get easier over time. Take care and God Bless.

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