Everybody ultimately ages and passes away.
I find death to be a lovely and natural event, so I’m not particularly afraid of it. However, I’m afraid of growing old and losing the ability to care for myself.
to be entirely reliant on someone else, unable of remembering your children’s names or using the restroom independently. It’s not a life like that.
In a care facility, Maria was spending her last days. She was also aware that her time on earth was running out.
Maria, who had spent her entire life teaching piano and singing, missed being surrounded by music.
However, she was fortunate that one of her former pupils was employed at her assisted living facility in Austinburg, Ohio.
They knew each other well because she had been Joshua Woodard’s teacher since he was nine years old.
Before she passed away, Maria’s greatest wish was to hear the song “How great thou art.”
Joshua was obviously excited to grant Maria’s last request.
He sung a passionate version of Maria’s favorite song while using the words on his phone.
What’s even more adorable is that Joshua had known Mary since he was nine years old.
According to Marti Adkins Redmond, “Hospital staff are angels, but this hospice aide is unique.”
Joshua Woodard, Mary’s assistant, was a student of hers when she was younger. Mary taught voice and piano. Hospice caregivers are unique individuals!
Maria’s sister-in-law was able to document the poignant occasion on camera
Unfortunately, Maria is no longer with us, which adds to the poignancy of this entire clip.
In order to honor all of the staff members who put in countless hours to care for our senior loved ones, make sure you share this lovely video with all of your Facebook friends.
