Yesterday my uncle Fred died due to complications of that damn virus. He was an 85yo Geordie dustman. While I wasn't close to him (distance-wise) he was a jolly nice chap who couldn't stand that I grew up a southerner.
Peace to everyone else finding out similar news today.

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Obviously he wasn't still a dustman at 85, but I always sing that "My old man's a dustman, he wears a dustman's hat..." song every time I thought of him. He was very active in the labour movement all his adult life.
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He got it while in hospital for another condition. I can't imagine the strain the NHS is under right now. Love and respect for all the staff doing everything they can. I can't comprehend their sacrifice.
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Replying to @SusanPotter
Sorry for your loss Susan.
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