Yesterday I received the sad news that my ex had passed away. He had been ill a lot this year but this was so unexpected, he was only 55. After we split we stayed friends and he married a good friend of mine, I was their bridesmaid, we always remained close as a group of friends. My dear friend is heartbroken and distraught. Those of you who have lost partners, how can I best support and help her? He was the loveliest man and it is hard to truly accept he is gone.