Nick has passed away
Altra
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My dad Nick, passed away very early on March 13th after an 11 month battle with EC. My mom and myself were by his side.
He was diagnosed last April as stage III with possible lymph involvement, but even after undergoing six weeks of chemo/radiation and then the invasive surgery, the cancer returned and he went downhill fast in the past two months. Hospice was called in a few weeks ago, and his pain was being managed, so we believe he went as peacefully as possible.
He donated his body to the nearby medical school, hoping that by giving himself to science, medical students can learn from his operation and cancer, and to hopefully improve the survival rate and overall knowledge of this type of cancer in the future.
He was diagnosed last April as stage III with possible lymph involvement, but even after undergoing six weeks of chemo/radiation and then the invasive surgery, the cancer returned and he went downhill fast in the past two months. Hospice was called in a few weeks ago, and his pain was being managed, so we believe he went as peacefully as possible.
He donated his body to the nearby medical school, hoping that by giving himself to science, medical students can learn from his operation and cancer, and to hopefully improve the survival rate and overall knowledge of this type of cancer in the future.
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You and your mom are in mypaul61 said:I am so sorry to hear about your Dad
I am so sorry to hear that your Dad has passed. He fought a brave battle against this disease. I am glad he was at home with his family at the end.
With my condolences,
Paul Adams,
McCormick, South Carolina
You and your mom are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so glad your dad was pain free at the end.
Angie0 -
so sorry
I am so sorry to hear that, my thoughts are with you, my dad had stage lll as well, and underwent 5-6 weeks of chemo/radiation followed by surgery four weeks ago, he just got home from hospital on monday and as yet we dont know what the future holds. I am so sad for you and your family0 -
Our Condolences
So sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Melinda and Vaughn0 -
I am so sorry about yourbingbing2009 said:Our Condolences
So sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Melinda and Vaughn
I am so sorry about your dad. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Freida.0 -
Our sympathies to you and your family
We are sorry to hear that your dad passed away. I do know how you feel - my dad passed away after a lengthy battle and I didn't want to see him go but I could not wish him to be here suffering any longer - you know that feeling.
May the wonderful memories provide comfort to you and your family during this very sad time. I am especially touched that your dad donated his body to science. The lives he will save will never know who to thank, but we will. Thank you.
Judy & Don0 -
I am SO sorry!
Words escape me as I type this....
I'm grateful to your dad for his selfless donation in the interest of others going through this. I pray that his donation leads someone in the field to finding an advanced method of treatment, and perhaps even a cure.
Hold your wonderful memories close. Know we are thinking of you and your family.
Prayers & Hugs,
Terry0 -
My condolences to you andTerryV said:I am SO sorry!
Words escape me as I type this....
I'm grateful to your dad for his selfless donation in the interest of others going through this. I pray that his donation leads someone in the field to finding an advanced method of treatment, and perhaps even a cure.
Hold your wonderful memories close. Know we are thinking of you and your family.
Prayers & Hugs,
Terry
My condolences to you and your family about your dad. Even at the end, he made a noble choice. I so hope you all find comfort that he is pain free now.
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Audrey,
Your love of your
Audrey,
Your love of your dad has shown through in every post you have made here. He must be very proud of you. What a comfort he must have felt to have you and your mom by his side in the end. Take care.0 -
My thoughts and prayers...birdiequeen said:Audrey,
Your love of your
Audrey,
Your love of your dad has shown through in every post you have made here. He must be very proud of you. What a comfort he must have felt to have you and your mom by his side in the end. Take care.
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I am so grateful also for his unselfish donation of his body. Hopefully they will be closer to finding answers so other families may someday not have to go through this.
God Bless you and keep you and your family strong,
Beth
Daughter of Roy
T3N1M0
Ivor Lewis 10/07/110
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