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[petronia]

My grandfather passed away yesterday morning (the evening of the 21st, Shanghai time

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[reynardine]

My sympathies on your loss.

[flemmings]

I'm sorry to hear this.

If it's any help, when someone dies close to New Year, the Japanese send out notices to friends saying they're not receiving New Year cards this year, thus effectively cancelling New Year for themselves.

[kuroraka]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[corneredangel]

My condolences. For whatever little that's worth, at least you had a chance to know him.

[pere_chan]

Very sorry for your loss.

Also sorry I spotted this late but: Blue is an accepted funeral colour for grandchildren of the deceased, so maybe something in navy would be appropriate? Hope that helps.