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My brother has unfortunately lost his battle to alcoholism. In the early hours of this morning 14th December he suffered a cardiac arrest which proved to be fatal. I’m devastated πŸ’”

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Glenfaba123

Im so very sorry for your loss 😞

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Horsemum101

That's heartbreaking. πŸ˜₯

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Zukosmile07

So sorry...... Sending you ❀️

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pushthrough

I’m so very sorry for your loss.

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Positive001

Melissa, l am devastated for you. He was so young. You've done so much for him, be proud and keep memories of better happier times you had together close to your heart. Much love. Laura xx

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deanw41

So sorry for your loss.πŸ˜”

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Downunda

So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and the family. πŸ™

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Dotandken

So sad! You did all you could! Sending love!❀

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AudreyMarilyn

So sorry for your loss xx

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Jomby1

How devastating 😒 So sorry.

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Woodie01

So sorry to hear this Melissa xx

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Kji378

Bless you sweetheart, sending unconditional love to you and your family ❣ xXx

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Lotoolio

So sorry for your loss xxxxx

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kensimmons

Prayers sent

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Simonamur

I am so sorry for your loss ! You did everything you could ! Sending lots of love and prayers

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Lantana100

Just sat here thinking of you. I wish you strength to get through the next few weeks and beyond. So very sorry.

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Aotea2012

My sincere condolences to you and your family.

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Ikarix

Deepest sympathy

So sorry for your lost, thinking of you and your family, take care πŸ’—

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Confused1972

So sorry to hear this devastating news. Love to you and your family and take care of yourself. Xx

So sorry to hear your tragic news and our condolences are with you and your family. If you ever want to phone and talk things through, our nurse led helpline is open Monday to Friday 0800 652 7330.Take care,

Trust10.

So sorry for your loss,advice is so easy to give !! But dam hard to accept sometimes,I lost my mum in late October,she was my Rock after all my life broke down,at one point I near lost it and gave up,she used to say to me reflect on the past and never to dwell on it.you take good care,Big HUG.

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Billie246

So sorry for your loss- there are not enough words in this world to offer. Be kind to yourself xxx

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Bs1524

So very sorry my thought are with you x

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Charlie-legs

I am so sorry to hear that. I know that there are no word but sending love xxx

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Bellaranger

I am so sorry for your loss. πŸ™

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redpoint72

my deepest condolences my love. take care of YOURSELF. chris

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joeburger

So sorry, another angel that has gained their wings too soon xx

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PoppyPiper

Hi Melissa, sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts are with you and your family.

PPx

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Tia2021

I'm so sorry to hear of your sad loss, sending virtual hugs and love, xx

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kyia

So sorry for your loss.

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Pablopistachio

So sorry you are a great sister xx

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x007jcp

Time will heal all wounds. Please don't hesitate to reach out for help - the world is full of good, honestly!

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MikeS-71

So sorry for your loss Melissa πŸ’”

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Melissa87

Thank you all for your lovely messages. He declined all help offered and advice given. His liver had completely failed and wasn’t working at all the hospital had confirmed. He was retaining so much fluid that his lungs were filling quickly meaning his need for o2 had to be increased. The hospital said they didn’t want to drain any of the fluid because the risk of him bleeding was too high. Because his liver was dead the toxins in his blood made his blood extremely bad.I’ll never understand alcoholics I know it’s not as simple to say you need to stop drinking.

The fact that he suffered the cardiac arrest during the early hours makes me think that he died in his sleep. Little bit of comfort especially knowing how scared he was of dying. Thank you all again xx

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Dogbot

I’m so sorry to hear about your loss my hart goes out to you and your family πŸ’•πŸ’•Stay Safe All

Dogbot 🐢🌈

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ABD58

I'm so sorry for your loss. I have lost a brother and a husband from cirrhosis and have it now myself. Sending you hugs.

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najnaj123

I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. It's tragic. Sending you a big hug.xx

So sorry for your loss πŸ₯²

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BetulaT

So sorry for your loss Melissa xx

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Warrior1

So sorry to hear this sad news...πŸ™

I am so sorry for your loss.I know how you feel, I lost my brother to drug addiction, and you can try an prepare yourself for the inevitable but it still hurts like hell when it happens.

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Beture47

So so sorry

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CandyCane55

I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my brother to a car wreck 3 yrs ago. He was drinking and driving. Sending my love and hugs...

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teletonetapper

My heartfelt thoughts to you Melissa. So very sad for him and heartbreaking for you. Remember your fun times as children. I often reflect upon mine with my Sister and brother and it always makes me giggle and smile. You will reminisce on these times when you are ready but, at the moment, sadness and the loss of your brother has to be first. Please take care. Big hugs. x

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Foxdud

So sorry for your loss ❀️

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