I am so sorry to learn of Simon's death. Your pain must be close to unbearable, and my heart goes out to you. I never met Simon either, but felt I knew him a little via his - often - insightful posts. One, for me in particular, stands out: it concerned a friend who had checked herself into Dignitas. Simon's advice (to go and say goodbye to her) helped me enormously. His posts gave him enormous presence, and, I too, shall miss him. Simon also made me chuckle, with his support for the "Blades". If you would like a hand-knitted Sheffield United scarf as an unusual tribute for Simon's funeral, please let me know. It would be a pleasure to knit one and send it to you by Special Delivery. I can only hope that you were able to say goodbye to your beloved husband and that your final moments together will serve to comfort you in the coming months. I am certain - from your post - that you have many wonderful memories to treasure and that these will also help to sustain you. Ruth, thank you so much for starting this thread. It could not have been an easy task. I pray that such strength and courage remain with you. Big hug.