He retired from politics in 1981, citing a family illness.

This is the second time Orsulak has left the team to deal with a serious family illness.

Due to family illness, he had substituted in his father's place.

He missed most of the 2009 season due to a family illness.

In 1964, however, he gave up composing for more than a ten years, because of family illnesses.

Sam must stay home because of a family illness.

It was a recorded message from someone saying she could not come to the meeting because of a family illness.

He missed part of the 2005-06 season due to a family illness.

At times of family illness, the crisis may extend beyond a few days.

She had been unable to do so earlier due to a family illness.