Received news of Ah Dioh's situation on 18 Sept. He was gravely ill and warded at CGH. I visited him and spent more than an hour there that same evening. I wasn't sure if his mind could register anything as he was already in a somewhat unresponsive state. But I still greeted him and said my hellos. Much of that hour was spent supporting & comforting my aunt (his wife), and chatting with my cousin (his daughter).
I'm glad I rushed over that day and managed to see him.
He passed away early on 20 Sept.
I attended the wake on 20 Sept evening, and was also present at his cremation service on 22 Sept Sunday evening.
And just like that....in a jiffy...he went from hospital bed to coffin and then the incinerator in less than a week...Things end quite swiftly sometimes.
He battled bladder cancer for 3 years and had several operations over this period of time. He was quite resilient and still had a good appetite. His mind was good and was very lucid when we visited him during CNY earlier this year.
Rest in peace Ah Dioh. I hope you're happily reunited with all your siblings in heaven..
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