First I would like to say sorry for your loss, even though we've never met, I know how it feels when a loved one dies. One scripture that helps me (hopefully it'll help you too) is Revelaton 21: 3, 4. You can also visit Jw.org, where you can find out why we die, how we can see our loved ones we lost in death and how we can live forever. I pray for you and your family!!!