My condolance on your loss. Words are hard with this.
Both my parents have passed away. I was blessed beyond measure to be there and hold my mother when she passed away. I can tell you, my sister and I both felt it when her soul left her body. Our loved ones are still with us, they've just taken on a different form. <3
Awww thank you so much.. What an amazing experience for you and your sister. I have heard others having the same feeling when their loved ones have passed. I believe you are right, their energy and essence is always near us <3