I woke up this morning to find that Grace, the love of my life, my partner, lover, best friend and more, had passed away during the night. I had no warning at all; she had been having some health issues but nothing that suggested that she was in mortal peril.
We were married for 43 years.
I had a scheduled legal ethics seminar, and, of course, taught it as planned. After all, it was about professionalism.
I may write some more about this, depending on how I feel as the day goes on.
Ethics Alarms 
Jack, such shocking and sad news. I’m sorry for your loss and deeply impressed with your commitment to your responsibilities. You are an inspiration.
Sorry for your loss. I wouldn’t have blamed you for cancelling the presentation, but I’ve read you long enough to know that you’d push through. If you need to take some time off from blogging, I totally understand.
I am so terribly sorry, Jack. My condolences to you and your family.
Sorry for your loss, Jack. Take care.
Jack, I’m so sorry for your loss.
What a terrible loss. I’m so sorry, Mr. Marshall.
sincerest sympathies, I would be speechless
I am so sorry for your loss, Jack. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
So very sorry for your loss, Jack. What a shock. I had to read this twice to ensure I fully understood what you wrote. Prayers for you and your family.
I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
Sorry for you loss.
Aw jeez, Jack. I’m sorry.
I’m so sorry, Jack. How horrible.
My deepest condolences, Jack, to you and to your family on your tragic loss. I hope positive memories of your time together with Grace will come back to you often and help to ease the pain.
Oh NO! Can’t imagine the pain and heartbreak. An acquaintance wrote this and we love it’s message.
Sometimes Life Gives You No Tomorrows
Know that I love you wherever I may be.
Always treasure that reality.
Life comes and goes.
And sometimes it goes without warning.
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Cry the tears that a broken heart leaves.
Scream out your sadness to the world, the universe or God
But never question the love that I was part of our every interaction
I am always in your heart.
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Sometimes life gives us no tomorrows
Allow yourself the room to mourn
Move forward knowing I am always with you.
What we had can never be taken away even in death
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Some tomorrows never come
Don’t forget the good that I did
Learn from the less than perfect attributes of my essence
And become the best you that you can be.
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Don’t be afraid to tread when you can’t really swim
Dance in the rain and find the rainbows when darkness prevails
Find the good in every challenge that crosses your path
And always soar and reach for your best.
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Know that my life is with you no matter where I stand.
Sometimes life gives you no tomorrows
But I will still always be where you are now.
I love you.
By Chava Gal-Or
My deepest condolences. I lost my wife of 47 years 4 years ago. I didn’t know what to do. I kept working, kept doing the routine tasks of life, and leaned on my family and friends when I needed it. The darkness gradually lifted. I am now able to find some happiness and joy in life even though I continue to feel that a part of me is missing. The book, A Grief Observed, by C. S. Lewis helped me. My thoughts are with you.
Jack- take your time. I’m so sorry this happened.
My deepest condolences for your loss. I am so sorry sir.
Jack, I am so sorry for this. Have my condolences and prayers. I don’t have any other words to offer, beyond that. May she rest in peace.
I’m so sorry to hear this, Jack. My thoughts and prayers are with you.