Really missing my dad today

I lost my dad to cancer on Sunday 2nd March. He died at home, but before he died he asked me to promise him that I would look after my mum and that I would sort everything out. He didn't want anyone else to do it, he said and he knew mum wouldn't be able to because of losing him.

Since he died I hope that I have made him proud, I organised everything that I could, undertakers, funeral, finances, paperwork etc etc and have made sure my mum is as OK as she can be. We talk every day and I go over as often as I can too. 

Just after his funeral we discovered there had been a leak in my parents shower which had obviously been going on for a long time. Nobody had noticed as they own a Park home and had laminate flooring etc on the floor, so there was no sign. I have had to fight mums insurance company for the last few months to get it sorted!! Anyway  it has now been done and mum is very happy with it.  

I think that's why dad's death is hitting me more. Don't get me wrong, I've had days where I've really cried and felt so sad, bit today I feel worse. It's like my mind was occupied with trying to fulfil the promises I made him and now I am just really hoping that I have made him proud of me. That probably sounds stupid. Sorry for rambling on.

  • Welcome to the Cancer Chat community Becky, although I'm really sorry to hear your lost your dad to cancer earlier this year. You have my heartfelt condolences for your loss.

    I have no doubt that your dad would be immensely proud of you Becky, and you should be proud of yourself too. You've managed to do so much during a very difficult and emotional time in your life and I'm sure your mum really appreciates everything you have done for her as well.

    Now that you have kept your promise to your dad, I hope you can allow yourself the time and space you need to process your own grief and emotions and I hope being a part of a community that knows what you're going through can help you with that and provide you with much strength and comfort at this time. 

    Coping with grief is very difficult, but we're here for you Becky and sending all our strength and support your way.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Hi Becky it does not sound stupid at all.  First of all I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad.   He obviously loved and trusted you so much to ask that you alone look after things for him, You have been so busy with sorting our your Dad's affairs and looking after your Mum.  Now that things have settled down, you probably have more time to think.  So you have definitely made him proud.  The love that you have for you parents shine through on your post.  Sending you hugs.

    Lee x 

  • Thank you. Yes we always have been really close. I find myself talking to him quite a lot since he died. He had a great sense of humour and fun, so a lot of the little things he used to say, especially when driving, I say out loud and say "right dad?" . It makes me smile, but sad at the same time. 

    Thank you for the hugs, I need them.

    Becky