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Death of sister

(58 Posts)
morethan2 Sun 10-Jul-16 20:47:28

Oh FionaC I am so sorry for your the loss of your sister. Sending you condolences. I don't know the answer to your question because I'd feel the same if I lost my sister. Your post has really touched me and although there's nothing I can do please know I'm thinking of you

breeze Sun 10-Jul-16 20:35:31

So sorry for your lost FionaC. I lost my darling sister in 2014. She was only 68. I miss her so much. I lost my mother when I was 8 years old, so my two older sisters looked after me. I can only say that it takes time for the pain to ease. At first I felt traumatised, then angry, then an ache that wouldn't go away. So many things I have in my home she bought for me would bring fresh tears with every reminder. But as the time has passed, I can now think of her in happier times. Remember all the fun we had and somehow, the sadness has eased and been replaced with lovely memories of someone so very special. It just takes time. Sending you deepest sympathies and understanding.

granjura Sun 10-Jul-16 20:34:49

I am so sorry Fiona. Hopefully one day you will be able to remember all the good times you shared and be happy what you had such a wonderful sister and confidente. I always wanted a sister, and was always envious of those who did and could share all with. 65 is far too young and so unfair (my age sad )... my heart goes out to you x

Greyduster Sun 10-Jul-16 19:52:12

I am so sorry for your loss FionaC. I was the baby of our family and have lost both my sisters who were older and more like mums to me. They were havens of warmth and humour and role models and I miss them every day, but as others have said, it will get easier to bear with time. flowers

Gagagran Sun 10-Jul-16 19:40:54

It happened to me last June Fiona. My eldest sister, who had been there all my life died suddenly the day before we were going on holiday. The shock and disbelief lasted a good while and then the disbelief was replaced by anger! A strange emotion to feel when in mourning but apparently quite normal.

It has taken me over a year to get used to the idea that she is gone and that never again will I get my Sunday afternoon phone call from her. You do adjust and stop thinking about your sister 24/7. At least I have and I hope - and believe that you will too. My condolences and sympathies to you. It will get easier I promise. flowers

Nelliemoser Sun 10-Jul-16 19:37:54

FionaC I am so sorry to here about your loss. Big (((hugs)))

Anniebach Sun 10-Jul-16 19:37:28

I am so very sorry and have no answer, sisters are so special

FionaC Sun 10-Jul-16 19:18:49

My sister died today aged 65. How do you live without the best friend who knows you better than anyone and has been there every day of my life?