Keenan Skarke
Keenan Skarke voted up John Doe's answer
Hi all. My hubby's Grandpa passed away yesterday after a short battle with cancer :( He's taken it very hard especially because it was the only Grandpa he had. What are some nice ways to cheer him up while still giving him the space to grieve?

So sorry for your loss Kristen. Really, time is the only true healer. Just be there for him if/when he wants to talk, maybe fix his favorite meal, or watch his favorite movie. Just something to give him a break from the grief. Otherwise, just your love and support.

Keenan Skarke
Keenan Skarke voted up dragonfly forty-six's answer
Hi all. My hubby's Grandpa passed away yesterday after a short battle with cancer :( He's taken it very hard especially because it was the only Grandpa he had. What are some nice ways to cheer him up while still giving him the space to grieve?

Sadly I've been through a lot of death. I can tell you what helped.

Let him dictate what he needs. Don't try to read his mind, be available for whatever he needs at any given time.

Be very patient. If you love him you are going to want him to feel better and make this go … Read more