Howdy Leslie!
There ain't no words that help much at a time like this, but permit me to say I'm heartily sorry for your loss. I'll be thinking of you and yours today and sending up prayers for everybody affected by this passage.
Like another here, I don't believe we ever really lose those we hold dear. They go on to another stage of life that we can't fathom, and remain with us so long as we keep them in our hearts.
Blessings to you and yours,
and peace be with you all.
M-Taliesin