<3 Our Dear Chen <3

RE
RE Member Posts: 4,591 Member
in Breast Cancer #1

It is with great sorrow for us left behind that I come to tell you that our dear Chen has left this world for the one beyond.  She is no longer in pain, I am sure she is up there with other's who have gone before her getting her wings as I type.  I have lit a candle in her memory and will always hold her in my heart!  Love you all, let us remember her here with stories of her fellowship. 

I will start with how joyous it was to meet her in person in Long Beach along with 15 other survivors.  She was as bright in person as she was in cyber space.  I was luck to break break with her on two other occassions.  Soar my friend, we will see you again some day.

Hugs,

 

RE

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  • Jean 0609
    Jean 0609 Member Posts: 2,462
    #2

    This is so sad.  I am relieved that she isn't suffering anymore.  RE, I am so jealous that you got to meet her and hug her in person.  She will be missed so much here and on our Facebook group.  Love you Claudia!

     

    xoxo,

    Jean

     

  • aisling8
    aisling8 Member Posts: 1,627 Member
    #3
    Jean 0609 said:

    This is so sad.  I am relieved that she isn't suffering anymore.  RE, I am so jealous that you got to meet her and hug her in person.  She will be missed so much here and on our Facebook group.  Love you Claudia!

     

    xoxo,

    Jean

     

    Fly, Chen, fly

    I, too, got to meet Chen and Siobhan in Long Beach. And again, in Santa Barbara where I had a chance to also meet Reggie when he came to pick up Claudia. All very lovely people. 

    This is a sad day, and a big loss, but I am glad that Claudia can breathe again and is no longer in pain. I'm sure she'll continue to do good work "up there." You know Claudia -- she'll organize the angels or start a new volunteer activity or something:)

    My candle is glowing and my prayers are with her family.

    xoxo

    Victoria 

     

  • pipwe1
    pipwe1 Member Posts: 53
    #4
    gutted

    I dont come here much anymore but i just had to today... I am gutted....  RIP Chen....  you will never be forgotten    Wendy

  • coco2008
    coco2008 Member Posts: 418
    #5
    pipwe1 said:

    gutted

    I dont come here much anymore but i just had to today... I am gutted....  RIP Chen....  you will never be forgotten    Wendy

    Prayers and love to her friends and family

    A beautiful woman has moved beyond her pain and suffering.  She will be greatly missed.

    Sandy

  • tufi000
    tufi000 Member Posts: 745 Member
    #6
    Chen

    I take comfort that Claudia is no longer suffering.  The void that will exist in so many of us....there are no longer any words.

    The 50 foot woman still reigns!!!!!!!!

    I feel selfish in my grief.

  • camul
    camul Member Posts: 2,537
    #7
    This is indeed a sad day,
    yet it is comforting to know she is at peace and no longer in pain. I send my prayers to her friends and family and wish them peace and hope they too feel all the love and prayers being sent their way.
    With love and a heavy heart.
    Carol
  • faith_trust_and_a_little_bit_of_chemotherapy
    faith_trust_and_a_little_bit_of_chemotherapy Member Posts: 319 Member
    #8
    aisling8 said:

    Fly, Chen, fly

    I, too, got to meet Chen and Siobhan in Long Beach. And again, in Santa Barbara where I had a chance to also meet Reggie when he came to pick up Claudia. All very lovely people. 

    This is a sad day, and a big loss, but I am glad that Claudia can breathe again and is no longer in pain. I'm sure she'll continue to do good work "up there." You know Claudia -- she'll organize the angels or start a new volunteer activity or something:)

    My candle is glowing and my prayers are with her family.

    xoxo

    Victoria 

     

    My heavy heart...

    Claudia was larger than life and her joie de vie was well represented by her honest and thoughtful posts here on the boards.  The 50 foot woman was a poor representation of our real life Claudia.  I too, had the pleasure of meeting her and her embraces were truly warm and loving.  

    My prayers for comfort for her family join those of the rest of you.

     

     

  • KathiM
    KathiM Member Posts: 8,028 Member
    #9
    Says my heart:

    "Come in, dear Claudia, I have been waiting to greet you....you are safe here, and loved so very much"....

     

    Tears are making typing impossible....

     

    Hugs to all of us that this beloved has left behind....leave a light on for us, dearest...

     

    With great sorrow, but also great joy (I have a good idea where she is going, and it's beautiful!)

     

    Kathi

  • CypressCynthia
    CypressCynthia Member Posts: 4,014 Member
    #10
    Chen. I am glad that you are

    Chen. I am glad that you are no longer suffering and can now fly free!  I know you, of all of the people on this board, would not want us to despair, but to fight on as valiantly and graciously as you did.  My heart is shattered tonight, but I will vow to embrace every day in your honor and to treat every day left with the importance that it deserves.  Go forth ladies and gents and smell the flowers, walk your dog, hug a child, watch a movie with your family, find the meaning that Chen was so very gifted in finding.  And be generous with each other.  Chen, these are the lovely gifts that you left me.

    My top ten favorite Chen contributions to this board (please add some more):

    1. Welcome to Hogwarts for Newbies

    2. Power Pudding for constipation

    3. "We do what we have to do so we can do what we want to do."

    4. A cheery wit that just never ended

    5. The expression "noncologist"

    6. A generous heart that welcomed each and every one of us.

    7. A stoic fighter who tried to keep in touch even though she struggled with bad computer connection and terrible neuropathy.

    8. An example of how to die, surrounded by loved ones, facilitated and made comfotable by hospice

    9) A perfect example of a larger-than-life 40 ft woman

    10) Her beautiful love for her beloved family.

    OK ladies, I need help, my eyes are overflowing with tears and I had a rough chemo day.  Please help me out for our beloved Chen.  I know you can come up with more.  Most of all I learned from Chen to live every day as if it matters.  A true gift from a true friend.  My candle is lit in memory tonight.  Good night dear one!

  • tasha_111
    tasha_111 Member Posts: 2,072
    #11
    CypressCynthia said:

    Chen. I am glad that you are

    Chen. I am glad that you are no longer suffering and can now fly free!  I know you, of all of the people on this board, would not want us to despair, but to fight on as valiantly and graciously as you did.  My heart is shattered tonight, but I will vow to embrace every day in your honor and to treat every day left with the importance that it deserves.  Go forth ladies and gents and smell the flowers, walk your dog, hug a child, watch a movie with your family, find the meaning that Chen was so very gifted in finding.  And be generous with each other.  Chen, these are the lovely gifts that you left me.

    My top ten favorite Chen contributions to this board (please add some more):

    1. Welcome to Hogwarts for Newbies

    2. Power Pudding for constipation

    3. "We do what we have to do so we can do what we want to do."

    4. A cheery wit that just never ended

    5. The expression "noncologist"

    6. A generous heart that welcomed each and every one of us.

    7. A stoic fighter who tried to keep in touch even though she struggled with bad computer connection and terrible neuropathy.

    8. An example of how to die, surrounded by loved ones, facilitated and made comfotable by hospice

    9) A perfect example of a larger-than-life 40 ft woman

    10) Her beautiful love for her beloved family.

    OK ladies, I need help, my eyes are overflowing with tears and I had a rough chemo day.  Please help me out for our beloved Chen.  I know you can come up with more.  Most of all I learned from Chen to live every day as if it matters.  A true gift from a true friend.  My candle is lit in memory tonight.  Good night dear one!

    Chen

    Missed by so many.... you were wonderful.  Love you hun.

  • sbmly53
    sbmly53 Member Posts: 1,522
    #12
    Such sadness, so empty

    She was there for me always. I will always miss her.

    deepest sympathy to her family. She loved you so much.

    Sue

  • Chickadee1955
    Chickadee1955 Member Posts: 356 Member
    #13
    tasha_111 said:

    Chen

    Missed by so many.... you were wonderful.  Love you hun.

    Kindred Spirits,
     
    Breathe in

    Kindred Spirits,

     

    Breathe in deeply of the sweet fragrance left behind with the passing of such a precious spirit.  What a legacy of love and courage she leaves us.

     

    Thank you ChenHeart.

     

    Chickadee

     

     

     

  • SIROD
    SIROD Member Posts: 2,194 Member
    #14
    Chenheart

    Deepest sympathies to Claudia's family and friends.  She was and always will be a bright star on CSN Discussion Board.  A good lady who left long before she should have.  May the good memories of her linger long in the hearts that knew her and for those of us who knew her only through this medium.

    Best,

    Doris

  • fauxma
    fauxma Member Posts: 3,577 Member
    #15
    CypressCynthia said:

    Chen. I am glad that you are

    Chen. I am glad that you are no longer suffering and can now fly free!  I know you, of all of the people on this board, would not want us to despair, but to fight on as valiantly and graciously as you did.  My heart is shattered tonight, but I will vow to embrace every day in your honor and to treat every day left with the importance that it deserves.  Go forth ladies and gents and smell the flowers, walk your dog, hug a child, watch a movie with your family, find the meaning that Chen was so very gifted in finding.  And be generous with each other.  Chen, these are the lovely gifts that you left me.

    My top ten favorite Chen contributions to this board (please add some more):

    1. Welcome to Hogwarts for Newbies

    2. Power Pudding for constipation

    3. "We do what we have to do so we can do what we want to do."

    4. A cheery wit that just never ended

    5. The expression "noncologist"

    6. A generous heart that welcomed each and every one of us.

    7. A stoic fighter who tried to keep in touch even though she struggled with bad computer connection and terrible neuropathy.

    8. An example of how to die, surrounded by loved ones, facilitated and made comfotable by hospice

    9) A perfect example of a larger-than-life 40 ft woman

    10) Her beautiful love for her beloved family.

    OK ladies, I need help, my eyes are overflowing with tears and I had a rough chemo day.  Please help me out for our beloved Chen.  I know you can come up with more.  Most of all I learned from Chen to live every day as if it matters.  A true gift from a true friend.  My candle is lit in memory tonight.  Good night dear one!

    She was always an angel

    Now she truly is one.  I admired her beyond measure.  If I can be half the person she was I will be a success.

    One of my favorites was Be stronger than not angry at.  It's hard right now to live up to that as I am angered that such a woman has lost her valiant fight but she is right.  It would serve no purpose and dishonor her to give in to anger but I regret that we have lost a kindred spirit.

    She is, was and will always be loved by those that knew her.

    Stef

  • BlownAway60
    BlownAway60 Member Posts: 851
    #16
    I am again true to my name Blown Away

    I am again true to my name Blown Away.

    Chen an inspiration to many and a friend to all. A "Kindred Spirit" that put her heart and soul into these boards. The heavens have gained a new star tonight, one that shines brightly in the hearts of us all. Peace be with you, Dear Chen.

    Always

    Donna

    I lit my candle but could not sleep. I had to post this. I found this on Chen's Expressions Page. She posted it  April 04, 2003.

    My Journey

    Who of us can really know 

    Directions that the wind may blow? 

    I sailed along, I made my plans 

    But now I'm in unchartered land 

    But am I lost? Or am I found? 

    The fear I feel~Don't let me drown! 

    I need the touch of those I love 

    Yet I seek quiet time for me 

    I want the laughter and the noise 

    But seek peace and serenity 

    I'll sail along and ride each wave 

    I'll be afraid, yet I'll be brave 

    The feelings of both fear and hope 

    With friends who care and help me cope 

    I know that I am so enveloped 

    With courage as yet undeveloped....

     

    I am done now. No more tears. I honor you and will always call you my friend and "Kindred Spirit".

     

  • LoveBabyJesus
    LoveBabyJesus Member Posts: 1,679 Member
    #17
    Beautiful Soul

    Claudia reminded me of that family member some of us wish we had. Interesting how some people who are not related to you have a bigger impact in your life than your relatives. I believe we are placed in this world and given certain people for a reason. I think Claudia, despite of all her suffering, was here to be that one family member many of us don't have close to us.

    Claudia was the kind of soul to change people's minds about humans. For the better.

    All I can say is that the little time I knew her, I was grateful. She always responded to our worries with love, always putting others first.

    It hurts to lose a good human being. But my faith remains, we shall meet again. And we will then be related at all levels.

    RIP sweet Claudia. You were loved and you will be missed.

     

     

  • New Flower
    New Flower Member Posts: 4,294
    #18
    SIROD said:

    Chenheart

    Deepest sympathies to Claudia's family and friends.  She was and always will be a bright star on CSN Discussion Board.  A good lady who left long before she should have.  May the good memories of her linger long in the hearts that knew her and for those of us who knew her only through this medium.

    Best,

    Doris

    Dear Claudia,

    Rest in peace, free of pain, pink angel. Your  spirit  will state with us forever. my candle is lighting to guide to a better place.

    Being the most cheerful person, I ever known, you made enormous contributions to CSN community, helping thousands survivors. Always here for everyone. Along with other pink sisters  I had a pleasure to meet you in person.

    Your piece about dense breasts made me laugh 

     

    My deepest condolences to Siobhan , Reggie and the  family.

     

    I have pictures of Claudia on my expression page http://csn.cancer.org/node/236744#comment-1390453.
  • MyTurnNow
    MyTurnNow Member Posts: 2,686 Member
    #19
    Gone but NEVER forgotten!

    This is so hard to accept.  I never had the opportunity to meet Claudia in person but through her posts and messages it was easy to see she was larger than life.  Such a sweet soul and always had informative and positive words for her pink sisters.  She will be missed by so many.  She made an impression on me and will always remain in my heart.  Chenheart, you will always be my Queen Kindred!!  Rest in peace sweel lady.

    Love,

    Debbie

  • calvertcrafts
    calvertcrafts Member Posts: 93 Member
    #20
    Claudia

    You will be greatly missed by one and all. I'm thankful that your suffering is over and happy that you will be reunited with all the "pinks" that went before you. My prayers go out to all your family and friends. I will light a candle for you.  Gail

  • roseann4
    roseann4 Member Posts: 992 Member
    #21
    calvertcrafts said:

    Claudia

    You will be greatly missed by one and all. I'm thankful that your suffering is over and happy that you will be reunited with all the "pinks" that went before you. My prayers go out to all your family and friends. I will light a candle for you.  Gail

    Claudia was a star before she was an angel.

    Her posts early on in my BC journey really made a difference.  Her creativity made me smile so many times and her kindness and courage always showed through.  She managed the ornament exchange for 2 years before her cancer returned.  She continued to post but less often due to the effect of her treatments.  I thought of her often and will continue to think of her and the comfort and joy she gave us.  What a spectacular soul she is and will continue to be our angel, Chen.

    Love to Reggie and all those who love her.

    Roseann

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