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Sorry to hear about your grandmother, Pru. My grandmother passed away two weeks ago, after suffering with Alzheimer's for 9 years. H & I flew out for her funeral in NJ so we could mark her passing and support my mom. I was glad we went. Not only did we have closure - but we had the opportunity to see so many of my family and family friends. Every conversation began with "It's good to see you - sorry about the circumstances...". Because of her disease, she wasn't really recognizable as the person she'd been for over 5 years. I expected to be sadder than I was. Her passing was actually a relief, both for my family and (I hope) for her. I hope that your situation will afford you the same opportunity to connect with your family.