Pauline

I am writing with a heavy heart to advise you that, after a long fight with a particularly nasty cancer, my lovely wife Pauline is no longer with us. She slipped away quietly this morning (13 March). I know that many of you will be greatly saddened by this news. If it is any consolation, I can tell you that she went peacefully and that she was comfortable with her departure.

Also a PiP from long ago. I shall continue to be largely absent from ipernity for a while longer.

GO SOFTLY

Go softly now,
On wings of wind,
With steps that leave
No trail in the morning dew.

Drift quietly away,
And join the light
That burns my heart
And sears my soul.

Lift up and fly!
And tarry now,
But leave the pain
And vanish from this heavy place.

Go softly now
On wings of wind,
Reach out and touch
Eternal Light awaiting your sweet soul.

Author: Unknown

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tiabunna ^club

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3 years ago.

©UdoSm ^club

My heartfelt condolences George, to this great loss...

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to ©UdoSm ^club

Thank you very much, Udo.

3 years ago.

Pam J ^club

MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR DEAR GEORGE.

THE PHOTOS OF PAULINE ARE SO BEAUTIFUL.

HER BEAUTY WAS ON THE INSIDE AS WELL AS THE OUTSIDE.

FLY FREE LADY

SAIL ON FAIR WINDS AND CALM SEAS

GEORGE... PLEASE KNOW WE ARE HERE FOR YOU WHEN YOU ARE READY.

LOVE AND HUGSSS

PAM

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Pam J ^club

THANK YOU VERY MUCH, DEAR PAM. AS YOU KNOW, PAULINE WAS A VERY STRONG LADY AND SHE REALLY VALUED HER FRIENDSHIP WITH YOU. LOVE AND BIG HUGGSS.

3 years ago.

Gudrun ^club

So sorry to hear about your loss, my sincerest condolences: In Paradisum

3 years ago. Edited 3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Gudrun ^club

Thank you very much Gudrun, also for the lovely link (now playing in the background).

3 years ago.

Malik Raoulda ^club

Une nouvelle qui serre le cœur..Mes sincères condoléance cher George.
Elle ne souffre plus maintenant et elle veille sur toi d'en haut.
Bonne fin de semaine.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Malik Raoulda ^club

Many thanks indeed, Malik. Yes, I am glad her passing was peaceful and I can feel her presence constantly.

3 years ago.

Aschi "Freestone" ^club

One often does not know what to say, I think of you and wish you much strength for the time of mourning.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Aschi "Freestone" ^club

Thank you very much, Aschi. Sadly, on occasions such as this, words do seem inadequate.

3 years ago.

Jaap van 't Veen ^club

What a terrible 'news', my sincere condolences for you, your family and friends.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Jaap van 't Veen ^club

Thank you very much indeed, Jaap. Unfortunately, it was not unexpected, as all the treatments had failed some time ago.

3 years ago.

Nouchetdu38 ^club

My deepest condolences, my friend!

wholeheartedly with you***

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Nouchetdu38 ^club

Thank you very much indeed for your kind thoughts, Nouchet.

3 years ago.

William Sutherland ^club

Wonderful tribute! I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. My deepest condolences. You, your family and Pauline are in my prayers. Stay strong and stay well!

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3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to William Sutherland ^club

Many thanks indeed, William. The support of friends, both locally and from ipernity, has been very comforting.

3 years ago.

Ulrich John ^club

So sorry, George ! Wish you a lot of strength in these hard times. My deepest condolences, George !

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Ulrich John ^club

Thank you very much indeed, Ulrich.

3 years ago.

Jean

Thank you for telling us George and for posting these photos of Pauline. Love and kindness shines out of her face. I am so sorry to hear this news and to think of the heartache of you and your family and friends.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Jean

Thank you very much, Jean. Pauline was a very special lady. Sadly, the ending was not unexpected, but she will be missed by many people.

3 years ago.

Marie-claire Gallet

I am so sorry, George, it is such a sad news. My deepest condolences, dear friend. I don't know if we can really recover from cancer, we can live with, but how long ?? This is my case, you know it. This is why it is so much important to enjoy life as much as we can. It is a good thing to hear that Pauline slipped away quietly. All my thoughts go to you and your family and you and Pauline are in my prayers.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Marie-claire Gallet

Many thanks for your kind thoughts, Marie-claire. Yes, cancer is a dreadful thing and, unfortunately, Pauline had one of the most virulent forms. But you are totally right - it reminds us that we need to get out and enjoy every moment that is given to us.

3 years ago.

* ઇઉ * ^club

A very loving tribute, George!

I am so sorry to read this sad news, that I'm a bit lost for words.
My sincere, deepest condolences, George.
I wish you, the whole family and your friends time and strength
for the mourning, and pray for you.
Stay strong and stay well!

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to * ઇઉ * ^club

Thank you very much indeed for your kind thoughts. At least Pauline now is at peace.

3 years ago.

Dida From Augsburg

So sorry to hear the sad new - my deepest condolences! Wish you and your family a lot of strength in these times of mourning!

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Dida From Augsburg

Many thanks indeed for your kind thoughts, Dida. The support of our friends, both locally and from ipernity, has been very valuable to us.

3 years ago.

Rrrolf ^club

My sincere condolences. It is very sad to hear that your wife has preceded us.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Rrrolf ^club

Thank you very much for your kind condolences.
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3 years ago.

Annalia S.

Oh, George. I was afraid this was coming when you said she was not doing well.

My heart goes out to you as you do the last loving services that those who leave us behind ask of us, no doubt with a heart full of sorrow. You picked two beautiful images and moving words to let us all remember her as she flies away, freed from illness and pain. To me, who did not have the privilege of meeting her, the image that her name will always bring to mind is the emotion on her face after that parachute jump that she had for so long dreamt of.
So sorry for your terrible loss, George, and wishing you the strength you will need to hold yourself and your family up in the face of it.

3 years ago. Edited 3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Annalia S.

Thank you very much, Annalia. We knew where it was going when the various treatments failed to work, but although the oncologist was reluctant about the parachute jump, I think it gave her an extra few months of added strength and confidence. The church service was just as she would have wanted it.

3 years ago.

Annalia S. has replied to tiabunna ^club

I don't want to generalise, but I think sometimes doctors tend to understand the destructive power of the disease better than the quiet strength of a patient who wishes to have one last special dream fulfilled. I am glad you had the consolation of a beautiful service in which family and friends could get together to say good bye and of knowing that Pauline would have approved. Hopefully, the wealth of memories you have shared in your life together will keep visiting you in the coming days and help you through this terrible time. In my experience, when the pain is still raw, the memories are sometimes almost too painful to touch, but slowly their beauty and strength loses the painful edge until you find yourself smiling at them without the tears.

3 years ago.

Sarah P. ^club

Such a sweet face. May her memory continue to be a blessing and comfort in your days.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Sarah P. ^club

Many thanks indeed, Sarah. She has left many lovely memories.

3 years ago.

Peggy C ^club

George, there are no words to send that will comfort other than to know that we always keep those we have loved close to our heart.

Peggy

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Peggy C ^club

Thank you very much indeed, Peggy. Sadly you are absolutely right, at times such as this words always seem quite inadequate. But the memories remain.

3 years ago.

Rosalyn Hilborne ^club

I am so sorry George. The two photos of your dear Pauline are beautiful.
Your words and poem brought tears to my eyes.
My deepest condolences to you and your family. ♥

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Rosalyn Hilborne ^club

Many thanks indeed for your very kind comments, Rosa.

3 years ago.

John FitzGerald ^club

A wonderful tribute to Pauline, George. It's clear the Ipernity community will be thinking about you and Pauline. My condolences to you and your family.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to John FitzGerald ^club

Thank you very much, John. The support from you and the ipernity community has been very comforting.

3 years ago.

Old Owl ^club

Bless you, George. Sincere condolences on your loss. I have no adequate words for you but these. You and Pauline will be in my thoughts and prayers tonight.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Old Owl ^club

Many thanks indeed, Old Owl. She was a very special person and the support of my friends here is very comforting.

3 years ago.

Nora Caracci ^club

love her smile and I hope that it was present just till her departure...
I'm with you George, an embrace

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Nora Caracci ^club

Thank you very much, Nora. Yes, although we knew where it was all leading, her smile was there till the end.

3 years ago.

slgwv ^club

So sorry to hear this, George. You have our deepest sympathies.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to slgwv ^club

Many thanks indeed for your kind condolences, Steve.

3 years ago.

Roger (Grisly) ^club

Our genuine condolences George, Roger and Carol (ecobird)

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Roger (Grisly) ^club

Thank you very much indeed for your kind thoughts at this sad time, Roger and Carol.

3 years ago.

╰☆☆June☆☆╮ ^club

So very very sorry to read this George. Sincere condolences to you and all your family.
A big hug from me to you ...

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to ╰☆☆June☆☆╮ ^club

Many thanks indeed for your kind condolences, June. Big hugs have been a comfort.

3 years ago.

Fred Fouarge ^club

Met Innige Deelneming ik vindt het heel erg ,zeker voor jou Heel veel Sterkte bij dit verlies...Fred Fouarge

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Fred Fouarge ^club

Thank you very much indeed for your kind thoughts at this sad time, Fred.

3 years ago.

Amelia ^club

I am so sad to read this news, George, but it must give you some comfort to know that your dear wife, Pauline, left this world so peacefully.
Cancer doesn't discriminate, and is so cruel as I know, but Pauline and you had such kind and loving years together . Time will heal but never erase the pain, but beautiful memories will sustain you as you come to terms with your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Amelia ^club

Many thanks indeed for your lovely and very true comment, Amelia. We did indeed have many great years together and memories of those and of Pauline are throughout our house in the form of her craft works.

3 years ago.

Marije Aguillo ^club

Cuan triste noticias nos traes George. Me llena de pesar este luctuoso suceso. Puedo hacerme una ligera idea de tu dolor porque yo hoy no concebiría la vida sin mi marido. Es un gran mazazo que te da la vida y me es muy dificil encontrar las palabras que puedan consolarte porque, supongo, en este momento no hay consuelo. Fuerza de ánimo para sobrellevar este trance.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Marije Aguillo ^club

Thank you very much indeed, Marije. Sadly you are absolutely right, at times such as this words always seem quite inadequate. But there are many years of great memories which do help.

3 years ago.

Christel Ehretsmann ^club

what a great loss...!
my heart is with you, George !

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Christel Ehretsmann ^club

Thank you very much indeed, Christel.

3 years ago.

Annemarie ^club

!
Her eyes are exactly the same.......... she will for sure live in yours memory.

3 years ago. Edited 3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Annemarie ^club

Thank you very much, Annemarie, Yes, there are many years of great memories (and photos) to help provide consolation.

3 years ago.

Cheryl Kelly (cher12…

My heart hurts for you, my friend. So very sorry for your loss, George.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Cheryl Kelly (cher12…

Thank you very much indeed for your kind thoughts, Cheryl.

3 years ago.

Gillian Everett ^club

How very sad, George. Lovely, caring photos of Pauline.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Gillian Everett ^club

Many thanks indeed, Gillian.

3 years ago.

Cheryl Kelly (cher12…

Monica Meeneghan sends her condolences and thoughts.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Cheryl Kelly (cher12…

Thank you Cheryl, would you please pass my appreciation to Monica.

3 years ago.

Peter Chet ^club

May your memories of her never dim.
My condolences.
Peter

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Peter Chet ^club

Thank you very much for your kind thoughts, Peter.

3 years ago.

Karen's Place ^club

A beautiful tribute to your wife. I'm so sorry.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Karen's Place ^club

Many thanks indeed for your kind comments here and on my other images, Karen. I am finding the support of my ipernity friends very important to me.

3 years ago.

Karen's Place ^club has replied to tiabunna ^club

I'm so glad to hear that, George. We are like a little family here. :)

3 years ago.

Berny ^club

Sorry, that I didn't visit you the last days. My deepest condolances, dear George! I'm sure she will live on in your memories.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Berny ^club

Thank you very much, Berny. Yes, she was a very special lady and I'm sure she will live in the memories of all those who were fortunate to know her.

3 years ago.

Herb Riddle ^club

Oh dear! It brings tear to my eyes that your lovely Pauline has now left us George. Please accept my condolences. She has been with us here in Ipernity for some time now as we have slowly sat with you both as her illness got worse. A sad day but she lives on in all our hearts especially yours.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Herb Riddle ^club

Many thanks indeed, Herb. Sadly, with the failure of various treatments, we all knew the outcome - which still leaves a huge gap. At least she went peacefully and many great memories remain.

3 years ago.

Percy Schramm ^club

So sorry to hear this message. My hart is with you, George - and I wish you a lot of strenght in this diffult time.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Percy Schramm ^club

Thank you very much indeed, Percy.

3 years ago.

Xata ^club

Oh George... not very present myself here I missed this. I am very sad because Pauline and you, your fight, entered my heart.
I am not a believer but I like to think people I loved are now with the stars and when I look at the sky at night I can smile to them.
Hope this can be of any comfort to you, with all my thoughts...
Pauline has kept the same smile through life as I see in the photos.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Xata ^club

Thank you very much, Isabel. I'm not a believer either, but Pauline often referred to a quote that "we are all made of star stuff" and she identified with the stars in her star sign. She was a very strong and special person and touched many people's lives, as the number of friends at her funeral showed.

3 years ago.

Xata ^club has replied to tiabunna ^club

What you tell me... coincidence or correspondance in thoughts, I added Pauline to my sky...
I am sure you have plenty of great memories of her to help you through this period and to feed you with her smiles and tenderness for the rest of your life.

3 years ago. Edited 3 years ago.

Peter_Private_Box ^club

Hi George
Like everybody else, I am very sad to hear the news.
There is nothing I can say that will change the past. Look to the future with wonderful memories of what you shared.

Best Wishes,
Peter

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Peter_Private_Box ^club

Thank you very much, Peter. You're quite right, there are many years of great memories.

3 years ago.

Joel Dinda ^club

I'm late, but want to wish you well, George. Sorry for your loss seems too weak, but it's true.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Joel Dinda ^club

Thank you very much, Joel. Although words may seem inadequate, I can assure you I have been very comforted by the condolences and support from many local and online friends.

3 years ago.

RHH

This makes me want to cry, George, for you and for all those who are alone after many years of marriage. I cannot imagine being alone after so long a time.

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to RHH

Many thanks indeed for your kind thoughts, Ron. As I just posted to Joel, one good outcome is that there are many years of great memories to cherish. Now it's a matter of readjusting my world - and, as many others have managed it, I'm hopeful I can do the same.

3 years ago.

Tanja - Loughcrew ^club

I often thought of you both and now I‘m to late to tell you how this message touches me...
Her smile was still the same dear George...my deepest condolences for you and your family...I hope she‘s sleeping in peace now. Love never dies...all the best...
Tanja

3 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to Tanja - Loughcrew ^club

Thank you very much, dear Tanja.

3 years ago.

just"jj"

Torn between LOVING this photograph and being stopped with feeling for your message ... this photo is such a beautiful tribute.

2 years ago.

tiabunna ^club has replied to just"jj"

Many thanks indeed, Judith. This was my favourite photo of Pauline taken in her last years as I feel her personality shines through. It's also the one we used for her funeral service.

2 years ago.

Günter Klaus ^club

Und wie schön zeigt sie dir noch immer ein Lächeln lieber George,ich bewundere immer solche Menschen,die trotz der Krankheit noch solch eine Ausstrahlung haben,sie wird immer bei dir im Herzen sein:))

Wünsche noch einen schönen Nachmittag,ganz liebe Grüße Güni:))

2 years ago.

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