Nephew has passed.... don't know what to do now.

[Teasie123]

My nephew was 37 yrs old. He had severe cerebral palsy, so I looked after him, when my sister, was at work. I took care of him for almost 11 years....I loved him like he was my own son. I am lost.

I'm so so sorry. Let your tears fall if they need to.

Sending you my deep sympathies. I can’t imagine what you and your family are going through. Make sure to take the time you need to grieve. It’s a long process but it will get easier x

I’m so sorry for your loss.

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your sister (and your nephew's dad/siblings/your family) will need to lean on each other and grieve together. You will need each other in the days, weeks, years to come.

Thank you all so very much...😔😔😔

I'm so sorry. May he rest in peace

I am so sorry for your loss, it sounds like you were a wonderful auntie to him, and loved him like your own. Take each moment as they come, and keep talking if it feels helpful. May he rest in peace and in time may your hearts settle.

So sorry, that’s a huge loss <3

So sorry for your loss.

I’m so sorry for the huge loss you’ve suffered. You sound like a lovely family

Really sorry to hear this, let whatever needs to come out do so, it is a massive shock and especially as you was so closely involved with his care too.

You were part of his life and he was part of yours. You gave him a lot, and I'm sure he gave you a lot back too. I hope you and your sister can be there for each other in some way, but being a carer is very demanding, so don't be afraid to reach out for support for yourself and encourage her to do the same, so there are organizations that will offer a listening ear (e.g. Cruse bereavement helpline). Be very very kind to yourself these next few days.

I'm so very sorry for your loss. What an incredible thing you did for him all those years - you sound like an amazing aunt. I hope that you, your sister and the rest of the family can help each other through this very difficult time.

Thanks sm. I really did love him so much...and even when everyone was saying how much I did for him, I kept telling them how much he did for me. He always gave me a smile when I felt down, he gave me a sense of purpose, when my own kids were grown. And he always accepted me for me, I could sing at the top of my lungs, even though I'm the worst singer on the planet!! Any time I felt like I was annoying or , 'too much ', he loved how I was. That's rare

I’m sorry for your loss 💐

I am so, so sorry for your loss, OP. It sounds as though you've been a wonderful sister and aunt. May your nephew rest in peace.

Big hugs and flowers from a CP mum.

I’m so sorry for your loss OP. I can feel how much you loved him in your words.

He sounds amazing. And it sounds like you had a beautiful relationship.

Your heart must be breaking right now, but you will always have the memories of that beautiful relationship. The love will always be there.

Bless you OP, it’s clear you loved eachother very much.

🌷May he rest in peace.

So sorry for your loss. Would you like to tell us about him? We'd love to hear, he sounds so special to you

This is one of those posts when you feel a real tug at the heart strings. It came across how much you love him. Please feel free to tell us some things about him, what he liked and his favourite things. I'm so sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss xx

He sounds like a wonderful man who shone a light into all of your lives and you into his. Having that light switched off must be unbearably painful and heartbreaking. Your love and sadness shine through in your words. It’s amazing that you were able to share that kind of love with someone.

Oh my!!! I would love to tell you about him!
Even though he couldn't walk, talk or move his limbs, he was hilarious!! He had a wicked sense of humour! When anyone did something silly, like tripping over or walking into doors,( usually me)🤭🤭🤭, he laughed so hard! He loved snooker, but still watched, Minions, rise of Gru, with me! He loved it when we both went for a walk together... when it was a lovely evening. He was my best friend.