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The next few days, after the passing away of Uncle Toby, were very stressful for both Joyce and Camilla as well as the children, as they were very fond of their uncle. Camilla and her aunt arranged the funeral service with the help of Chris and Ruby.

The funeral was to be held that Saturday in the morning. Camilla had to explain to the children, who had never experienced losing a loved one in death, what happened and why he was no longer with them.

They arranged for Joyce to move in with them
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