My dearest Grandma Helen Bennion died tonight. She was 80 years old and the best grandma I could ever ask for. A little over a week ago she went out to lunch with her assisted living home, and fell at the restaurant. She ended up hurting her hip and pelvic bone. Chelsie and I visited her at the hospital the day after it happened, she was pretty drugged up, but was still talking and joking with us. She started going down hill once she left the hospital, so this past weekend I visited her twice. She no longer was speaking, eating or drinking, she barley would open up her eyes. I'm so glad Benton and I were able to go sit with her this morning even though she was not aware, I'd like to believe that she knew we were there for her. She was moved from Hillside today to my Uncle and Aunts house, I'm so glad that she was with family and at their house when she left this world.
My grams will be missed so much, I loved her with all my heart. I'd like to share some great memories about my grammy. She was the fanciest woman I've ever met....always dressed up like she could be attending a ball. She had such great fashion sense, I always said I'd probably end up dressing just like her when I got older. She complimented me every time I saw her, always commenting how beautiful I was, but I always attributed it to her, I'd always say, "That's because your my grandma, no wonder where I get my looks from, obviously you." She had a great sense of humor and always was happy. She also was so friendly, people would light up when they'd talk to her, her attitude was contagious, you just couldn't be down when you were with her.
Here are some photos that are my favorites...this one is me interviewing my grammy while I was in High School, I was writing a paper about her...
Our wedding day...
Christmas 2008...
This picture was this year, my grammy, me and my mom(her mother)....
It's hard knowing she's gone, but I am so grateful I was able to know her and spend so many days with her throughout the years, every minute was precious and I'll really miss her.



12 comments:
I'm sorry to hear that. But glad that you were able to be with her before she passed. She is darling I bet she was the best grandma.
Wow Melissa, what a touching post about your grandma, what what you wrote - she sounds like a special lady! I'm sorry about your loss - you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Lova ya!
I'm sorry Melissa! I'm glad that you were able to spend some time with her this week and yesterday.
I strongly believe that she knew you were there, I also know that she looked forward to your lunch visits.
You always had a sparkle in your eye when you talked about her...I'm sorry for your loss.
Let me know if I can do anything.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how much you love your Grams. It seems like she truly blessed your life. I'm certain she knew you and Benton were with her before her passing. The presence of love is strong.
I am so sorry about your grandma. She looks so cute, I love what you wrote about her, she does indeed look very stylish. Hope you are doing okay...
Oh friend...I'm so sorry! We talked about this but I honestly thought she had more time. I'm glad you were able to see her and spend time with her and your mom. Losing a loved one is never an easy thing so please let me know what I can do for you and your family. Please give your mom a hug from me and Taylor. You'll get yours at work Ü
Oh Melissa, I am so sorry. Hope you are handling it okay. My thoughts are with you guys.
I am so sorry to hear about your Grammy. What a sweet lady and how great that you were able to spend some time with her. She is in a better place and will continue to watch over you. Love ya!
I am so sorry to hear that! She does look like one fancy Grandma! They really are the best! Its great you were able to spend time with her! Our thoughts are with you1!
Melissa, I'm so sorry to hear about your Grandma!! I'm glad you were able to spend some time with her before she passed. My thoughts are with you. Love ya.
I am so sorry to hear about your Grandma. I remember meeting her in high school. I'm glad that you got to have so many years with her. Sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss and you really excited about your pregnancy!
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