['My father in law was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and I tried to help take care of him.', 'I am sorry. I am sure he appreciates you being there for him', 'Well, I tried but it was really hard - we had to bring hospice in.  The people that work for hospice are some amazing helpers.']
Its good he has such good care
My father in law was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.  I tried to help take care of him, but we did have to bring in hospice.  They are some amazing people.