Double Tragedy Strikes Greenwich Family
A mother from Greenwich has experienced unimaginable heartbreak after losing both her mother and brother within just five weeks of each other. Judita Paskeviciute, 30, who cares for her autistic daughter, saw her world collapse earlier this year when her mother Dalia Paskeviciene died in hospital following a battle with liver disease.
The family's suffering deepened when, approximately five weeks later on October 4, Judita's 25-year-old brother Klaidas Vesiljevas was found dead with head injuries, having drowned. The consecutive losses have left the young mother grappling with overwhelming grief.
Daily Struggle With Grief
Judita describes the mornings and evenings as the most difficult times, when intrusive thoughts become overwhelming and reduce her to tears. The emotional toll has been so severe that she has been prescribed antidepressants to help manage her profound sadness.
Despite her suffering, Judita has shown remarkable strength and offers crucial advice to others experiencing similar emotions. "Don't lock yourself indoors, get help, and don't be alone," she urges. "You need to be with people, make yourself busy."
Funeral Arrangements and Financial Burden
Judita now faces the heartbreaking task of arranging her brother's funeral while dealing with the emotional weight of her losses. "It feels like there's nothing left of my family but me," she shared, highlighting her profound sense of isolation.
To manage the unexpected funeral costs, she has organised a GoFundMe campaign to give Klaidas a proper farewell. She remembers her brother as "a kind, caring, and gentle soul who always looked out for others" with "a big heart, a warm smile, and the ability to make anyone feel seen and cared for."
The grieving mother emphasised that no donation is too small to help ease the financial burden she carries. "I'm asking for help to cover these expenses and to give Klaidas a peaceful goodbye surrounded by the love he gave so freely in life," Judita wrote. "Any donation, no matter how small, will mean more than I can say."
