Jess Redden has opened up about the loss of her dad, revealing she’s finding this week incredibly tough.
Her dad Brian Redden sadly died on September 3rd surrounded by loved ones in St. Vincent’s Private Hospital.
A month after his passing, Jess admits the grief can be overwhelming at at times, but the support of her family and friends provides huge comfort.
Sharing a number of beautiful family snaps, she said, “Everyone’s journey of grief is subjective and sometimes we get out of bed and carry on with our lives but other days we think what’s the point?
“The point is that the person we lost never truly leaves us, they would want us to keep going, to keep smiling, laughing and living.”
She continued, “Losing a parent is not easy, I tried to find support online but grief is something that’s not widely spoken about so to everyone who has lost someone they love – I send all my light and love to you. If you can’t cope right now let the people around you do it for you, support is everything.
“To my dad – I love you endlessly and I’m so grateful for every moment we had together. It’s hit me hard today but I feel your hands on my shoulders every day, my angel in heaven.”
At the time of his passing, Jess revealed her “world stopped spinning.”
In an emotional tribute to her dad, she said, “I promise to always keep making you proud dad. We may not ever see you, but we’ll never be apart.
“God has you in his arms but we’ll always have you in our heart. Rest in peace our beautiful daddy. I love you.”
Our thoughts are with Jess and her family at this difficult time.