Translations:Jacobine Schneider (Da VII 3)/8/en

Over the years, mother had developed a weak heart which became so severe in autumn 1899 that the sufferer was confined to her bed from time to time. Despite being barely out of danger herself, she was hit hard by Uncle’s death on November 26. Even though she was weak, she could not be dissuaded from presenting at her beloved brother’s consecration. This was the last time she left the house. Shortly afterwards, she lay down, never to recover. On January 11, 1900, shortly after her 71st birthday, she closed her eyes forever.