Former M&S chairman: ‘Planning for my wife’s death with her made it easier to cope’
09/19/24 at 03:00 AM
Former M&S chairman: ‘Planning for my wife’s death with her made it easier to cope’
The Telegraph; by Leah Hardy; 9/17/24
When Patricia Swannell was diagnosed with incurable breast cancer, she planned both how she wanted to die and her legacy beyond the grave. On the first anniversary of her death, Patricia’s husband Robert speaks about her “beautiful” death, how she achieved it, and how it has helped the family in their grief. [Robert Swanell tells their story with the following key themes.]
- Acceptance was key ...
- She found new purpose ...
- Nothing was left unsaid ...
- Remember that doctors aren't always right ...
- Hospices are extraordinary ...
- They made beautiful memories ...
- Extra months do matter ...
Editor's note: M&S stands for Marks and Spencer, a major British multinational retailer based in London, England.