Holleboom Family Blog: RIP Great Apple... 1.17.1927

Saturday, February 27, 2010

RIP Great Apple... 1.17.1927 - 2.27.2010

My grandma passed away this morning after a short battle with acute myeloid leukemia. She is home with Jesus, her parents, her sisters and brothers, and my cousin Jason, now. It is comforting to know this and to know that she is now pain free and peaceful. It doesn't make it any less emotional or painful right now, but it is a comfort.

Carson is so confused. He doesn't understand why he could not see Great Apple this morning, or why Great Apple was not sleeping in her bed anymore, or why he can't see her ever again. How do you explain to a 2-year old about death? That is the hardest thing.

Anyway, here are just a few pictures I dug up from Shutterfly. She was an awesome grandma! I have so many great memories of her and will cherish them always. I hope that Carson remembers her... she sure was a proud Great Apple! And one thing was for sure, she was always the life of the party! We will miss her dearly and love her always!!

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Amy North said...: Sara, I'm so sorry about your grandma. At least you were close to her and she got to know Carson before she passed. Hopefully he remembers her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ::hug::; February 27, 2010 at 8:53 PM

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Saturday, February 27, 2010

RIP Great Apple... 1.17.1927 - 2.27.2010

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