Today, I found out that she passed away December 30. She had another heart attack. She had quadruple heart bypass a few years back and being diabetic, has had a lot of problems. I called her the night before I left for San Francisco to wish her Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I am so glad I had done that.
When I came home, I tried to call her and there was no answer so I just left a message wishing her Happy New Year. But deep inside I had a bad feeling. I tried to call her again a bit late at night and still no answer. I again tried another day early in the morning and still no answer. By then I thought she might have been in the hospital. So this afternoon, I called again and her daughter answered and I knew then that something has happened to her. Her daughter was apologetic that I had to find out this way but she told me, she tried to call me and no answer and she did not want to leave a message.
My only consolation is they have not had the funeral/memorial yet. I believe it will be this coming Saturday so at least I can still say goodbye to her. I had cried the whole afternoon and at a loss wondering who can I ask for advice or just vent over anything that is bothering me. She and I call each other every few days and I will miss that.
She was a wonderful friend, a loving mother, a devoted grandmother and the best great grandmother. She will be missed.
Phyllis, I hope that you are happy where you are now and will be with your Don. I know Katherine had mentioned that you were getting tired and finally decided it was time to go. I will miss you so much.
Il Divo is one of her favorite singers and we were just talking about them coming to Edmonton this summer. This is for you, Phyllis.
Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. That's really good that you got to speak to her before the holidays.
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