history: My cat passed away last weekend. It has been a rough week for me. My 12 year old cat passed away last weekend.  I'm sorry to hear that. Have you had your cat a long time?
current: Yea I got her when she was a kitten 12 years ago. It has been a rough week for me.
next: I bet it has. They become a part of the family and it can be hard to let go