My grandma passed away...

[buckeyegirl]

My sweet, ornery grandma of 92 passed away last night. I'm totally numb and reeling at the moment. I honestly don't know what I'll do without her in my life. I was always her special grandchild - we were SO close.

I'm going thru the motions today, but also need to get some details arranged regarding the funeral. It's a 14 hour drive, and one that I don't really want to do. I'd much rather fly but I'm so afraid it's going to break the bank for a family of 4.

Has anyone ever utilized bereavement fares on airlines? Any tips?

And now I have to go to work and put on a happy face...ugh

Heidi

 

[story1267]

Oh, Heidi, hugs to you. I'm so sorry for your loss.

 

[fit_fairy]

(((HUGS)))

 

[Dela]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I googled bereavemnt fares and found this article, the few lines I read, it appears these fares are not necessarily cheaper than a "sale seat" , but they are more flexible and can be booked very last minute. It's worth calling the airline to find out more.

ETA: Forgot to post the link:
http://airtravel.about.com/od/travelindustrynews/tp/bereavementairlinetickets.htm

 

[chefkate]

so sorry for your loss!!

 

[spyrosmom]

{{{HUGS}}}

Nan

 

[Gayle]

{{{{{Heidi}}}}} I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Grandma sounds like a special lady.

 

[meowracer]

Heidi - I am so sorry. I was super close to my grandmother too and if it's any consolation, I still feel her near to me often and I talk to her - I hope you will find comfort too.

 

[Liann]

So sorry Heidi!!! (((HUGS)))

 

[MAYNARDSMOM]

Heidi,

My heart & prayers go out to you. Been there & know how difficult it is. Time will help with your pain. Remember all the wonderfult imes you had together & all of the precious memories she left you with!


Drive safe!

 

[fit44]

I'm very sorry Heidi.
Hugs and prayers.

 

[igglesfan]

I am so terribly sorry for your loss You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time.

 

[LaughingWater]

((Heidi)) I'm so sorry. Much love to you, and safe journey to your grandmother. <3

 

[janiejoey]

It's so difficult to lose a loved one.

Hugs to you. The only thing I can tell you is remember the good times and smile at those memories. It will help, and it does take time to get back in the swing of things. Besides, she would want you to do that.

Janie

 

[tamaralnorton]

Heidi - Sending warm hugs and strength your way.

 

[Runcrazy]

I'm so sorry! Hugs to you and your family.

 

[hiitdogs]

I am so sorry to hear about your Grandma!!! Sending much love and comfort to you and your family through this difficult time.

We were asking the airlines about bereavement fares when my MIL passed away. They were actually higher than some of the fares on the discount travel sites

I am so sorry you are going through this heartache!!! (((((Heidi))))))

 

[jacqued]

(((HUGS))) to you Heidi. Hang in there. I'm so sorry for your loss.

 

[Jaffas]

I'm sorry for your loss.

As for bereavement air fares like others have said many times they are more expensive than discounted fares available online and discounted last minute fares are not always available. When I was a res agent I hated having to tell people this.

 

[lioness]

{{{Hugs}}} to you and your family.