My nephew died yesterday

[derby378]

For those of you who remember ChickMagic aka ginbarn, she had one niece and two nephews - and they became mine as well through marriage. The younger nephew, Brice, passed away in his sleep yesterday morning.

I didn't find out until Saturday evening. I was at a bookstore in Denton, about to research some potential buys online when I picked up some odd messages on Facebook. What happened to Brice? After a little scrambling, I discovered my niece's phone number and called her. It was all true. The visitation is being planned for Labor Day. Funeral might be on Tuesday in Dallas.

I haven't walked out the front door yet. Haven't eaten anything but a few handfuls of tortilla chips. Why did he have to go so soon? He had a life to live. I have a good idea of how he died, but I'll keep that to myself for now until I know more.

I pray he's reunited with his Aunt Ginny now. That alone would give me happiness and peace.

[MADem]

1. My deepest sympathies for your loss. It's always a shock when someone dies.

When they go too soon, it's a double-shock.

[GeorgeGist]

2. So sorry for your loss.

[Jim__]

3. I'm sorry for your loss.

[Hekate]

4. RIP Brice. I'm so sorry for your family's loss.

[GoCubsGo]

5. I'm so sorry, derby378.

We went through this about a year ago with my step-niece. She was in her early 30s. Way too young. Some days, I have to remind myself that she's gone.

[irisblue]

6. I am so sorry for your and your families' loss.

[AwakeAtLast]

7. Hugs to you and the family

So sorry this happened. I wish you as much peace as you can find right now.

[progressoid]

8. Oh my.

So sorry for your loss.

[sheshe2]

9. RIP, Brice.

My thoughts to you and yours, derby.

[Liberal_in_LA]

10. I am so sorry to hear that

[Scarsdale]

36. So sorry

It is never easy to accept a loss, but even more so when the person is young. Stay strong. Condolences.

[FSogol]

11. My condolences. n/t

[lillypaddle]

12. So sorry

my sympathies to you and your family in this difficult time.

[kentuck]

13. Very sorry for your loss.

I hope you the best.

[pnwmom]

14. I am so sorry for your loss, derby378.

[sarge43]

15. Condolences, derby378 n/t

[sinkingfeeling]

16. I'm sorry for your family's loss.

[malaise]

17. It's alwayshard to losee loved ones

Harder when they're young.

[Ilsa]

18. I am so sorry for this unexpected loss.

I hope the siblings and the rest of the family can find a way to deal with this grief. I'll pray he's with his Aunt Ginny, too.
R.I.P., Brice.

[Granny M]

19. Sincere condolences, derby378.

Hoping you find some peace in the midst of the sorrow.

[renate]

20. what a difficult way to find out... out in public, wondering what's happening, growing panic....

I'm very sorry for the shock as well as for your grief.

[Boudica the Lyoness]

21. Yet Dick Cheney continues to live.

So sorry for your loss.

[Stuart G]

22. Sorry for your loss

[derby378]

23. Thank you, everyone

Change of plans. Visitation on Tuesday night, funeral on late Wednesday morning.

Brice had two little nephews of his own. Poor kids. I know they're going to miss him dearly.

[Lifelong Protester]

24. I am so sorry for your loss.

My mom died over Labor Day weekend, and I was surprised how many people found out about it and came to the visitation and funeral. I hope that happens for you, too. It seems weird to say, but it is healing to see all those faces.

[AgadorSparticus]

25. Sorry for your loss.

[onecaliberal]

26. I'm very sorry for your loss. Please accept my sympathy.

Sending you peaceful vibes.

[still_one]

27. sorry for you and your famiies loss derby. Take care

[SMC22307]

28. Condolences to you and your family, derby. (n/t)

[2naSalit]

29. How sad!

My condolences!

[catbyte]

30. I'm so very sorry, derby378.

You and your family have my deepest condolences.

[argyl]

31. I lost my beautiful 27y.o. niece Claire over ten years ago. I think about her every day.

[bigwillq]

32. I am very sorry.

[Different Drummer]

33. Very sorry for your loss.

[calimary]

34. So sorry to hear this, derby378.

Thank you for sharing this. I hope you'll save this thread to reread, and maybe gain a little solace - that you're not alone in your grieving. People care here.

[onecent]

35. I'm so sorry to hear of Brice your younger nephew.

[lunatica]

37. hugs to you!

the death of a loved one is always extremely hard, but when they have so much more life they could have lived, it's just flat unfair in the worst way, no matter what the cause. Give yourself permission to grieve in the way you feel you need to. My mother died a few years ago of pancreatic cancer and she had Dementia. My son died two years ago, also very suddenly, and the difference in how I grieve for each of them is immense. My mother's life was basically over. My son still had many, many years of life before him. I know how you feel.

[smirkymonkey]

38. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.

My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

[aikoaiko]

39. My condolences to all who knew and loved him.

Especially to you, Derby.