history: My father in law was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.  I tried to help take care of him, but we did have to bring in hospice.  They are some amazing people. My father in law was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and I tried to help take care of him.
current: I am sorry. I am sure he appreciates you being there for him
next: Well, I tried but it was really hard - we had to bring hospice in.  The people that work for hospice are some amazing helpers.