I see comment #9 was deleted. Tasteless I assume.
I spoke with my younger brother last night. Hospice is coming to his home now. He is rapidly failing at the young age of 62. He told me that he would not go to the hospital any more. That he could not suffer any longer their efforts to keep him alive. Knowing his condition, I could only agree.
It was a heartbreaking and sobering (and for him a very labored) conversation. My other brother and I now wait for the call whenever it comes.
Bless your brother. May he feel comforted and joy in the face of God.