Today the Shaw sisters are still coming to terms with the loss of both parents. They miss their wit and warmth. But they respect their choice and feel strongly that suicide can be rational. All three say their parents should not have had to risk prosecution to die together at the time of their choosing. Nor should they have had to be alone for the legal protection of their family.
It shouldn't be so difficult for rational people to make this decision,†Kate said. Obviously, care has to be taken but assisted suicide should not be illegal.â€
