Keith has passed

[LIFESTYLER1]

The reason for my checking out this very helpful forum has, sadly, recently left us. Keith went through the latter stages where his sister (my partner) and his children felt sure he could hear what was being said but was unable to verbally communicate. He had taken the decision previously not to be force fed with food or fluids and then it was just a matter of days before he passed away in his sleep and comfortable in a hospital bed. Happily, Keith's siblings managed to see him and he acknowledged the presence of each one. From what I understand, Keith led a varied and active life in which he invariably made his own decisions. The circumstances in which he was left by PSP, made it clear he had one more decision to make. He did this, and is now at rest.

I thank everyone on this site for the information you have provided - the majority of which I am sure has been difficult to convey - and the comfort that information has given us during that time. I sincerely hope the ongoing journeys of sufferers and carers alike are not too dark going forward. To those that have already lost loved ones to this disease or are currently navigating the final stages, I send my profound best wishes and kind thoughts. Thank you.

[Dadshelper]

You and yours have my deepest condolences. I am glad the family members were there and got to see him. Take comfort in knowing he did things the way he wanted up to the end.

Ron

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to Dadshelper]

Thank you

[Hidden]

Sorry to hear.

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to Hidden]

Many thanks

[raincitygirl]

Condolences to you and your family Lifestyler. I'm glad to hear the passing at least, was kind.

Hugs from this community to you and your partner.

Anne G.

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to raincitygirl]

And to you..

[rnpacu]

So sorry for your lost 🙏.you and your family are in my prayers.

Maria Elena

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to rnpacu]

Thank you

[SewBears]

I’m so sorry for your loss. I believe that they do understand what is happening around them and I’m sure Keith is grateful for everyone following his wishes. It’s not an easy thing to do and I’m glad that he is now at peace. Celebrate his life and remember him before the dreadful disease took hold.

Sending huge hugs from I SewBears

XOXO

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to SewBears]

Kind words, thank you

[Zibo]

My sincere condolences.

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to Zibo]

Thank you

[LuisRodicioRodicio]

A big hug.

Luis

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to LuisRodicioRodicio]

Received! Thank you

[daddyt]

So very sorry for your loss.

Hugs and prayers.

Tim

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to daddyt]

Thank you for your thoughts

[Katiebow]

Free from this awful disease, sending my love to all at this difficult time.

Kate xx

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to Katiebow]

Agreed. Thank you for the kind thoughts

[Sunsetboulevard]

Thankyou for that gentle and moving post

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to Sunsetboulevard]

This forum has definitely been most helpful in accessing poignant information on this terrible disease. Huge respect to all of you out there dealing first hand with a loved one. My own contact with this was somewhat more remote with my partner having more involvement ongoing. Nonetheless, the devestation to the sufferer is plain to see, as is the care that is increasingly required ongoing.

Love and best wishes to you all x

[Inparadise]

So very sorry for your loss.

Prayers,

Kerry

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to Inparadise]

Thank you

[Jimjam22]

So very sorry for your loss of Keith, sending love to all xx

[LIFESTYLER1 in reply to Jimjam22]

Received! Many thanks