How did you cope with the death of a close family member?

Whether a parent, siblings, cousin or grandparents.
Were you very nervous upon hearing this news they passed? Were you able to do most normal day to day things?

I hope I can feel somewhat stable after my dad passes, he's in hospice now and I'm so nervous about him leaving, and how I'll be after. 😞

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nowic2 · 61-69, M

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

When my wife unexpectedly, suddenly passed. I had no option but to continue on as pretty much as normal. I had two sons who had their own significant health challenges and needed a lot of support. I made sure we adapted our routines as needed and normalised the day to day as quickly as I could. Given it was a sudden death it had to be investigated by the coroner. Hence it took a while before a funeral service could be held. Once that took place it helped to finalise things.
My employer was very supportive. That certainly made it much easier. I some times ponder; maybe it was easier being an unexpected occurrence. I had no time, no thought even about how I would manage. It was just thrown at me so, despite the shock and disbelief. I just dealt with what had to be done. That was 10 years ago. Since then I have lost my younger son. By then I was much better prepared.

All the best to you 🌻💜

Baybreeze · 41-45, F

@nowic2 I wonder if sudden would be better for loved ones emotionally myself. I think there's pros and cons to suddenly, and same with having a bit more time. Either way it's sad, and scary and I wish people didn't suffer . Ty for your reply. And many sympathies about your wife and son too🌹