Dead Friends

[nailit]

Im currently doing some decorating work. The people im doing it for are the parents of my long time friend and school mate, who died suddenly 3 years ago.
We had been school mates (same class all through high school) and eventually lost touch in our 20's when he moved away and I did the same. We got back in touch again about 5-6y yrs ago via the internet and had loads of good times when we met up (xmas etc).
After his sudden and unexpected demise, I kept in touch with his parents, who live locally, and have since done loads of DIY and decorating work for them, as I am now.
Question is...
His parents obviously talk about him a lot and we remenicse a lot, but I find it hard to keep talking about a friend thats no longer here. I obviously miss my mate but its hard going sometime. I dont want to sound heartless but just want to get on with my job without the photo albums coming out.
Not even a question I dont suppose, just want thoughts.

[Cobwebs06]

His parents will eventually come to terms with their loss, they will never get over losing their son, I speak from experience.

Let them use you as their stepping stone to the next level in their grieving process.

[Georgiesmum]

Its all a natural part of the grieving process and they have a need to talk it through., all perfectly normal..