Just because the original connection isn't there doesn't make the family you are bonded to any less family. My ex-mother-in-law was always a sweetheart and I was glad to get to visit with her at length a few years ago when she came for a visit with my ex for a month. And I always encouraged trips with the kids to visit her - the more they know about their grandparents, the richer they are.

Sounds like Agnes had a long life, though not always happy, because the heartbreak of losing a child is torture at any age. Having you there was most certainly a huge help, Bobert.

SRS