... About two days before she passed, she stopped eating. We knew then, the end was coming. She was a little more lethargic and resting more. On her last day, we could tell her lungs were filling rapidly. But again, she didn't complain of any pain. ... (6 replies)

... the signs the staff looked for were a change in the color of toenails and the softening of the cartilage in the ears during last 24 hours. ... (4 replies)

... my mother passed away early yesterday morning. She struggled and fought for the last 6 days of her life. She started last Wednesday at about Noon with her mouth lying open and she was less coherent. ... (10 replies)

... My mom died at the age of 65 in Sept. of 2003. She had small cell lung cancer that have moved to her brain and intestines. She couldn't stand the radiation, so all treatment was stopped. ... (8 replies)

... I'm very sorry for your loss.Your dad's story is similar to my dad's.My dad lost his appetite,alot of weight,and became very sedentray for the last few months of his life. ... (5 replies)