Sue and her husband Skip had just retired and were looking forward to enjoying many years together. Tragically, her husband was diagnosed with mesothelioma and passed away within 50 days. “When you have been married to someone for so long, you truly become one person. When I lost Skip it was as if I was torn apart. I went through so many intense feelings of loss, sadness, fear, and the prospect of the unknown.”
Nothing can prepare a person for a tragic loss like what Sue went through. After more than a year, Sue knew she needed help trying to protect herself and her estate. She had heard about Seamon Law from a trusted friend who had also worked with Doreen. Her friend advised her to schedule a consultation. “I wanted to protect what my husband had worked so hard to earn for the sake of our kids. It was very important to me to find someone who could understand me as a woman who was going through a very difficult time. Doreen was able to see my situation from a women’s perspective. I didn’t trust anyone, and I felt all of this pressure that I didn’t know how to alleviate.” Sue had many questions she wanted answers to. “I wanted to be sure that I really understood what was going on because I didn’t have Skip anymore to lean on. Doreen was amazingly patient and made sure that I truly understood everything. Sometimes I asked the same questions over and over, but she was there to walk me through it again. I am so very thankful for her.”
After completing her estate plan which included a Revocable Trust, Sue understood the importance of having an estate plan earlier in life and she encouraged her children to work with Doreen to develop their estate plan as well. She was especially concerned since her children still had minor children of their own to protect. “I have a huge weight off my shoulders and my kids. It was my desire to do what my husband would have wanted and it’s done.” When asked what she would say to anyone reading her story this is what she had to say… “Do your planning with your spouse while you are both healthy. Take care of it while you are in a position to do so. When something unexpected happens the last thing you want to take care of is an estate.”
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Sue experienced a tragic event that no one ever wants to go through; however, out of tragedy some good has come. Sue has used her late husbands workshop to create a place for grieving widows to encourage one another, do crafts, and learn to smile again. If you or someone you know is a grieving widow or a women who has lost a child you are invited to the Comfort Shop. Remember, there is still so much in life that can be enjoyed, and you are not alone. We hope to hear from you.
Comfort Shop
Call: 304.680.1747 (Always call to ensure there is availability)
They meet each Thursday from 11am-2pm. The Comfort Shop is for widows, and women who have lost a child.