A Fairytale Ending: Couple married 67 years dies holding hands

After 67 years of marriage, Floyd and Violet Hartwig died five hours apart from each other in their home.

After 67 years of marriage, Floyd and Violet Hartwig died five hours apart from each other in their home.

If this story does not tug at your heartstrings, not sure much will.

Thanks to the support of their loved ones and end of life professionals, a couple in California were able to spend their final moments together side by side in their home before dying five hours apart while holding hands.

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Posted in Caring for Parents, End-of-life Care, Home Care, Long Term Care.