my father passed away years ago. we did not know he had a life threatening illness and it really traumatized our family. the unexpected loss was so agonizing and painful for us.
i bet it has. keep sticking by with your family. i am sure you are all there for each other more than you know.
yes, my family and i are close and we were there for each other. but, my sister had passed away around years before, by committed suicide. the last few years have been very difficult.