From H. E. Litchfield to G. H. Darwin [19 April 1882]

My dearest George.

Father was taken very ill last night with great suffering. They sent for D^r Allfrey & he staid the night & was a great support to Mother. She was alone with Bessy.

They sent for D^r Moxon & he came just to see him take his last breath. Mother said he was longing to die & he sent us all an affectionate message. He told her he was not the least afraid to die. Mother is very calm but she has cried a little.

You will come at once.

Your | H.E.L.