Derek and Margaret, who had been married for more than 70 years, met again after three months where they were hospitalized for Covid-19.
The 91-year-old couple started their relationship at just 14 years old and had been separated several times. But it wasn’t until Margaret became ill and she was hospitalized in January that Derek contracted the virus.
In one visit, Derek caught the disease and was admitted to the same hospital as Margaret. Doctors suggested that it was good to be close, because it was not known how long they could live and when would be the last time they would see each other or be so close to each other.
“Where have you been?” Margaret asked Derek as soon as she saw him. -remembered his wedding day around the 50s of last century.
Although the reunion seemed to bring joy and strength to the couple, it did not. Derek died on January 31, and Margaret did so three days later. His funeral will take place in a few days.
“It was a very sad moment, but it was very special that they were able to be together. They enjoyed having fun together and making the most of life, “said the couple’s daughter to a local media outlet.