My sweet brother-in-law died this morning

[Texasgal]

He had severe down syndrome and lived to 42. They never thought he'd live so long.

He lived in a group home with other severely disabled adults they found him early this morning face down on the floor.

My husband and I are his legal guardians and will have to plan his burial later today or tomorrow.

Good bye Lalo, please rest well! You will always be in our hearts. :cry:

[PassingFair]

1. So sorry.

Such gentleness cannot be replaced.

:cry:

[Dystopian]

2. Heartfelt condolences, Texasgal

So very sorry.... :hug:
He loved and was loved...
RIP, Lalo



peace~

[lost-in-nj]

3. I'm sorry Texasgal

:hug: for you and your family....


lost

[Bertha Venation]

4. I'm sorry, Texasgal.

So very sorry.

[Texasgal]

5. Here is a picture of him

his home had a christmas party for him and the other patients at a local library. He was such a gentle soul.

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[Gormy Cuss]

6. Condolences to you and your husband, Texasgal. n/t

[blueknight]

8. RIP LALO

and peace be with you t.g.during this trying time. i had a friend who had a downs daughter, she was a sweet little thing as well

[LeftyFingerPop]

7. My condolences, Texasgal. I'm very sorry for your loss.

:hug:

[bridgit]

9. That's very sad news, Texasgal, please accept and pass along our condolences...

Safe Passage, Lalo O8)

[SalmonChantedEvening]

10. I'm so sorry Texasgal.

Bless Lalo's sweet spirit. Vibes for comfort heading your way.

:cry: :hug: :loveya:

[Tuesday Afternoon]

11. My deepest sympathies on your loss May Lalo rest in peace.

:hug:

[auntAgonist]

12. how sad. I'm sorry for your loss Texasgal. My condolences

to you and your husband. :hug:

RIP Lalo.

He looks so dapper all dressed up in the photograph below.

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kesha

[Shell Beau]

13. I am so sorry. That does seem like a long

time for someone with severe downs!

This must be so hard. :hug:

[Texasgal]

14. Thanks Shell..

It is hard. This thread is so sweet. DU can be so comforting at times. :cry:

Every time I see Bella she puts a big smile on my face though, she is such a doll!

[Shell Beau]

16. Aw thanks hon!

I know what it is like to lose a brother. It is so tough. You and your husband are in my prayers. :hug:

[Blue Diadem]

15. I'm so sorry Texasgal.

My deepest sympathy to you and your husband and all who knew and loved Lalo. :hug:

My sis also had Down syndrome. She passed away 16 yrs ago at 39.

[graywarrior]

17. Sorry to hear that, Texasgal

[Iggo]

18. Dang. That's rough.

:hug:

[Heidi]

19. Safe passage, Lalo,

and peace to those whose lives you've touched. :hug: :hug:

[mokawanis]

20. My condolences

I am sorry for your loss.

[SKKY]

21. My most sincere condolences Texasgal...

My son Sergio also sends his.

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[Haole Girl]

22. I'm sorry for your loss

Take care. It's difficult - very difficult - to plan a burial. I know. :hug:

[merh]

23. Oh sweetie, my condolences

you and your mister are in my prayers, as are all that loved him and knew his love.

:hug:

:loveya:

[fizzgig]

24. rest well, lalo

and peace to all those who love you :hug:

[GOPisEvil]

25. I'm sorry to read this. My best to you and your husband.

[abq e streeter]

26. Just wanted to add my name to those sending their condolences

and my prayer that his sweet innocent soul is now in a place of perfect, and eternal, peace and love.............. abq e streeter

[peacefreak]

27. That' s a good, long life for someone with Down's.

I'm glad he was surrounded by people who loved him. Rest with the angels, Lalo.

[AwakeAtLast]

28. Condolences to you and the whole family

:hug: :hug:

[tigereye]

29. I am so sorry

I have known a lot of cool adults with Down Syndrome...

[ThomCat]

30. I'm very sorry.

:(

[RFKHumphreyObama]

31. My deepest and sincerest thoughts, prayers, condolences and sympathies

to all those affected by the loss of your brother in law. I'm so, so sorry:hug: :hug: :hug:

May your brother in law rest in peace:hug:

Do Not Stand At My Grave and Weep
Mary Elizabeth Frye

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

[Texasgal]

32. Wow!

Thank you to everyone that responded.

After some wine and some super bowl commercials along with really nice messages from DU I'm actually doing okay.

Thank you DU. Thank you for listening and responding. This is very cool.

[applegrove]

33. So sorry for your loss.

[Dappleganger]

34. I am sorry for your loss.

[FloridaJudy]

35. My condolences to his family and friends

Safe passage, Lalo.

[emilyg]

36. I am so sorry.

[mwooldri]

37. Oh dear. Sorry Texasgal... God speed your brother... nt