In memory of Cee – words and photos by Cee and Chris

Cee quietly left this world on the 3rd of March, a Monday evening. I was privileged to be her soulmate and wife for more than thirty-five years. She taught me so much, including her love of photography, of color and form. She continues to brighten my day even after leaving her body behind.


When Becky was kind enough to post about Cee’s declining health and eventual going into hospice, Cee and I were overwhelmed with the love showered upon her by all of you. I sat beside her hospital bed, reading one, two, sometimes three responses, watching the tears roll down her cheeks. She knew each one of you and could tell me who you were, where you lived, what she enjoyed about your blogs. We could only handle a few at a time because your writings were so sincere. You were her beloved friends when she couldn’t leave the house anymore. You let her live and reach out, touching your lives as hers was being slowly and inexorably drawing smaller and smaller.

The one fear Cee had about her life was that no one would remember her, that she hadn’t made enough difference in this world, in anyone’s life. Yes, she really thought that. She was humble to the end. Your wishes and memories of her were incredible and gave her satisfaction and peace of mind, knowing that she really had touched lives. You gave her the gift of peace. Thank you.

It’s too soon for me to make any decisions about continuing her blog, or about Flower Of The Day (FOTD). Please bear with me in my grief.

Much love, thankfulness and many virtual hugs to all of you.

Chris

Final photo is of Chris, Cee and Chris’s brother Joe a month before Cee died.

Stay who you are. Stay true to yourself. Other people might change around you because you’re dying, but you don’t have to change.

Let the emotions come. They’ll come in waves, but let them come. Try not to be scared, although you will be. That allows for the good memories to come back, too, and that allows you to share with the ones you love and really be there.

Don’t ever be afraid to say I love you. Even if it’s a stranger in the street and your eyes meet, say something. Give them a smile. Let them know you acknowledge them.

Never regret what you’ve done in life. They lead to all things that created who you are.

Cee Neuner 1960-2025, she recorded these words in November 2024

Footnote by Becky – I am honoured to post the above on behalf of Chris, and feel so fortunate to have met Cee and Chris in person last year. A memory I will cherish forever. I also cherish my memories of when I was first inspired by Cee to take part in one of her challenges. It was a flower back in the 2015; and I will never forget the joy a few months later when she first featured one of my Odd Ball contributions on her blog. It felt like I had won gold at the olympics. She was an amazing woman, and I am so lucky we became friends.

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  2. Thanks for letting us know of this sad news, Becky.

    Mission accomplished, Cee! You will be remembered around the world for your lovely photographs, your upbeat blog posts, and sending joy out to all who got to know you through this medium. May you have peace.

    (((hugs and hearts))) Chris. ❤️❤️

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  3. Thank you, Becky, for sharing this.

    And to Chris: I will not forget Cee. She has taught me lot, in fact her blog series about photographic elements brought me to photo blogging. in any case, I stand with the adage: “A person is not dead while their name is still spoken.” And Cee will be spoken of, or written of, or thought of for a long time.

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  11. Í´m so sad to here this. My condolences to Chris. I´m so sorry for your loss. I will miss Cee´s lovely captures and her kind words and comments to all who shared their photos on her blogs. She will be missed!

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  12. Such sad news. I am glad Cee got to spend the last of her days at home with Chris. She will be missed by many. Thanks for your updates Becky, not an easy time for you either. I send both you and Chris love and gentle hugs.

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  13. Sad news. My condolences to Chris and all of Cee’s loved ones.
    Thank you, Becky, for sharing this post though I know how tough it is.
    Cee will be remembered.

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  14. It’s hard to know what to say because it’s a day we all knew was coming and dreaded. Such a very lovely lady and how awful for Chris to have to watch it happening. She has been Cee’s comfort and reason for living all these years. I hope she can feel the waves of love coming her way too. God bless you, Cee. Peace at last xx

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  15. I am so very sorry to read this, and my thoughts got out to Chris and Cee’s family.
    I joined her followers pretty late, but her photography was inspirational.
    RIP Cee. You will be missed by so many.

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  16. Oh I’m so sorry to read this news. I’d been wondering all month and suspected she was gravely ill and slipping into eternity. Cee will always be remembered by her fellow bloggers for her cheery attitude, amazing photography, and loving friendships she had with many of us. Prayers for peace to Chris. Thank you, Becky for keeping us posted. ❤️🙏

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  18. Cee’s death is a great loss to her loved ones, especially Chris and also the blogging comunity. When I had just started blogging, I discovered Cee’s challenges and when I took part in some of them, a whole new exciting community of international bloggers opened up to me. It was fantastic and I am so grateful for that. I miss Cee very much, I will definitely not forget her. I wish you Chris all the strength you need during this difficult time.
    I’m not writing in my mother tongue, but I hope I’ve expressed myself correctly.

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  19. My heart hurts.
    Thank you for the update although it is one I was dreading.
    Fly high my friend.
    Comforting thoughts being sent out to Chris and the rest of her family, and of course all her friends.

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    1. Thanks for your kind thoughts, I know Chris will appreciate them. And sending you hugs in return – I know this is a tough post to read

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  20. My sincere condolences to Chris and Cee’s loved ones. My heart goes out to you, and I am sorry for your loss.

    Thank you, Chris for your reflections and for the wise and touching words from Cee in her own words from November 2024.
    To Chris: Sending you prayers and great peace throughout this time.

    Thank you Becky for sharing this posts and all your updates on Cee. I truly appreciate you.

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