Hurt over mums death

We lost mum to cancer 3 weeks ago now. It was awful to watch her the last couple of days breathing horribly, looking awful and speaking to spirits of passed family members. But what I can't get out of my head is her actual last breaths and dying. She took this almighty gasp and looked as though she was in pain on her face and it's eating me up thinking she was almost scared or in pain to be going. Is thus normal for dying cancer patients to do this?? 

Parents
  • Hi, I don't think there is any one particular way for anyone to die never mind cancer sufferers. I think it's just so awful to watch and we wonder if they are in pain. Try not to focus on the final moments of your loved one. Reflect on all of your happy memories as you go through the bereavement process. Take care. A
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  • Hi, I don't think there is any one particular way for anyone to die never mind cancer sufferers. I think it's just so awful to watch and we wonder if they are in pain. Try not to focus on the final moments of your loved one. Reflect on all of your happy memories as you go through the bereavement process. Take care. A
Children
  • It's an awful experience but I agree with wilan, try to remember the happier times. I know this is easier said than done. I too can't shift the final few days / hours from my mind. When I close my eyes I either see Mum dead in the hospital or in the Funeral home. I'm sure these feelings will pass but grief is individual and unique. 

     

    God bless x