"The angels are all speaking Gaelic tonight."
The photo was taken by Lucy in September, during her last visit. Michael slept much of the time then.
The photo was taken by Lucy in September, during her last visit. Michael slept much of the time then.
Sad news: Michael passed away yesterday at 11 am.
He was much the same at the last - both Marian and Andrew spent time with him Thursday, just holding his hand and talking to him. Angela Hospice did a great job making him as comfortable as possible.
And, true to Michael, he managed to slip away just as Andrew was pulling into the parking lot yesterday. He always hated long good-byes.
And, true to Michael, he managed to slip away just as Andrew was pulling into the parking lot yesterday. He always hated long good-byes.
The family will have some kind of a memorial service in the coming month, at Christ Church Cranbrook.
As friend WAPjohn wrote, "As I sat in his room last Tuesday, it struck me that with his beard and its spot of grey...Michael never looked more Irish...I was in the company of an elfin prince."
Thank you to everyone who cared, called and visited, shared, donated to hospice care, loved and supported Michael through his life and last days. We will post information about the memorial service.
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