So sorry for your losses, Fran ...
As has been said, we are at that age - it could really be ANY age, but as we get older it becomes more prevalent ...
Until we know what comes after this, this is the best we've got ... If only we could all remember this as we waddle through the petty BS - and it's ALL petty BS !!!
Unfortunately, I'm at the point that when we are out with a group of friends I can't help but wonder who might be missing the next time ...
Every day I don't see my name on the obits is a great day ...
Raise a glass to those who go before us and keep on keepin' on ...