Mitch and Zee Wow, the fickle finger of fate sure has dumped a load on your plates. Sending hugs to both of you. I can't add anything that hasn't already been said. (Much better than I ever could, I'm not good with expressing my feelings). You are both strong women and will come out of this on the positive side. I've had similar losses, sister, parents, two friends and a favorite cousin all pass within 10 months of each other, and know how overwhelming it can get.
Mitch, with the weight you have already lost and your resolution to continue and to get healthy, George will have his fantasy young, svelte wife to take care of him, possibly wearing a new french maid outfit.
Zee, I know a lot of people, (mother, friends, neighbors) who have had knee replacements and they always state that they wondered why they waited so long to do so. It makes quite a difference.
Take care and more hugs being sent. Linda