Sad today. A friend of mine passed away yesterday through cancer.

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It has been a sad day, as my friend Rob passed away today from cancer. I found out last night, and it didn't really sink in then, but today I have found myself feeling sad all day. It has also been bringing back memories of when my mum passed away back in February, which has made it even worse. I hadn't seen him for a while, but my ex and I were good friends with him and his wife. We were all close and its been over the last few years, since I moved away a bit, that I have not seen him, but I have been in touch with his wife. I feel so much for her and their 3 year old daughter, and pray she can stay strong enough for the both of them. My ex phoned me last night to tell me as he sees them more now. He said he would let me know when the funeral is, but I am not too sure. Under normal circumstances I wouldn't hesitate to go, to pay my final respects and to support my ex as we are very good friends still. But the problem is the place the funeral will be held at will be the same crematorium by mums funeral was at and I don't know if I will cope. On the other hand, I know that if I don't go I may well regret it. Does anyone have any advice, maybe you have been in a similar situation yourself?