In Memoriam

JCH - The most wonderful grandfather anyone could ever have. 
Passed this day, July 5th, 1994.  You are always loved and missed.

Marriages and long term relationships are almost like another family member.  Loved, nurtured, sacrificed for...
The difference seems to be that we often don't see it as it's own entity while it is alive, but we certainly feel the grief when it dies.