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Sep 16, 2010 - 1:12 am
David died yesterday afternoon surrounded by his mom, his kids, his sister Sue who got out of the hospital an hour earlier, his sister in law, his brother in law, his best friend, and me, of course. I feel so privileged to have spent 37 years married to the man of my dreams. I will miss him terribly but I hope I am a better person now because of my two and a half years as a caregiver. He told the kids and I that if you have to die, this is the way to do it, surrounded by those you love. We have no regrets in his choice of treatments, or in the medical team we assembled. He had a couple of wonderful hospice nurses that assisted us in so many ways. Our family and friends have been amazing. We feel so very blessed. His celebration of life service will be Friday and his cremated remains will be buried next week in our home town. I won't be able to post much for the next few days but I've grown to love this board and all of you, and I will return when I can. I only want the best for all of you. I will celebrate your victories and mourn your losses. There is no better group on earth! Sadly, |
Joined: Mar 2010
My heart is broken
Priscilla, My heart is broken to hear this sad news. I'm so sorry for your loss. The evil cancer took one more loved one's life and leave the pain to you. I hate this disease. May God give you the strength to go through this difficult time. Take care. - Lucy
Joined: Nov 2009
David
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I know these next few days will be difficult. Please come back when you are ready and let us know how you are doing. God has another angel today. Much love and blessings to you.
Deb
Joined: Aug 2009
your are an angel Priscilla
Dear priscilla,
I have followed his situation on board every couple days...Your precious david is in god's hands...
I'm glad he has no suffer anymore and sure that he is more happy now.
My mom is in the same process and I wish calm and peace for her too.
Love
Melody
Joined: Jan 2009
Dear Priscilla
Dear Priscilla,
You and David have been in my thoughts many times in the past few days. I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband David. It sound as though you had 37 beautiful years together. I will continue to pray for you Priscilla.
With love and aloha,
Kathleen
Joined: May 2010
Priscilla, I am so sorry to
Priscilla, I am so sorry to hear this sad news and am sending you a huge hug across the oceans. My father passed away yesterday also so i can relate to what you are feeling in someway although i know that everyones situation is different. Wishing you all the strength for the coming days and beyond.
Abbey
Joined: Dec 2009
Priscilla,
Heaven truly has another angel. David will always be there in your heart, and imprinted on your soul. You are such a beautiful person and David will being watching over you. I hope that in some small measure these words bring you some comfort during this difficult time. Come back and visit when you are ready til then you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.-Melissa
Joined: Jan 2010
I am so sorry
I know the pain and heartbreak you feel right now, as well as the joy for having had him in your life and the honor or caring for him these past months and years, Know that you are not alone
You are in my prayers
Kathy
Joined: Aug 2010
Priscilla
lam very bad dealing with this situations so don't know what to say.
All of you will be in my prayers today.
Take care of you too.
Hugs!
Joined: Apr 2010
Priscilla
Dearest Priscilla,
My heart is so heavy over the loss of David by this cancer.
I am so glad, that he was surrounded by his loving family, and that you had wonderful friends standing beside you all as well.
He had his own angel on this earth, YOU, and I'm sure he has a wonderful welcoming party waiting for him in heaven, surrounded by loved ones still.
I am sorry for your loss of this man you loved for so many years. Take care of yourself dear. We will continue to think of you and yours.
Winter Marie
Joined: Mar 2009
Priscilla
I'm so sorry over your loss of your beloved David. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hugs
Sonia
Joined: Jul 2007
So sad
a friend reminded me just yesterday, that when she has a loss, she tries to focus on the time you had with that person, instead of the time you lose. 37 yrs is awesome, not many are that lucky any more...I am very sadden to hear this, but I know he will always be with you.
HUGS
Beth
Joined: Jun 2006
so so sorry
oh Priscilla I am so sorry that you have lost your precious David.
All my prayers and hugs are with you
maggie
Joined: Oct 2009
Priscilla:
I am so sorry for your loss. You and David shared so much. You were with him every step of the way dealing with disease. May you find peace and comfort knowing you did anything and everything you could for David.
Hugs - Tina and George
Joined: Jul 2008
dear Priscilla
Dear Priscilla,
I'm sorry David's life has now come to an end here on earth.
I'm glad it was peaceful for him, though. I pray your family and friends around you will help you through this time.
Blessings to you as you mourn the loss of your beloved husband David-
Lisa
Joined: Oct 2009
My sincere condolences
Priscilla,
You've been an amazing source of strength and support to your dear David, and have handled a terribly difficult situation with dignity and grace. You and your family are in my heart and prayers during this very sad time. Alongside your grief, I hope you celebrate the wonderful 37 years that you shared with David.
Hugs,
Tashina
Joined: Jan 2010
So sorry for your loss
Dear Priscilla,
I know there are mixed feelings now. We have to be greatful that David is not in pain and has moved beyond cancer now, but his absence leaves a hole in our lives.
I am glad that he was able to communicate with you all and that you and your loving family were with him to ease his way.
Celebrate his life and his love for you and yours for him.
Take care. Wishing you and your family an easing of the loss of dear David.
Hugs,
Marie who loves kitties
Joined: Oct 2009
Priscilla
I want to offer you my condolences for the loss of your beloved David. You two were a team to admire + I am awed by the way you supported him every step of the way. I also cannot believe how giving you are to this board, when your hands have been so full. I smile everytime I see the picture of you + David, partly because it is such a lovely picture + partly because David reminds me so much of a friend of my parents who was such a big part of my life growing up. His first name also was David, but he went by "Jerry" (middle name). Please take good care of yourself.
Joined: Jun 2009
P & D
I'm so sorry, Priscilla. I echo what the other folks have already added. I take comfort in the fact that he was surrounded by loving family and friends - he was a blessed man, in that regard. Truy a a living testimoney to David.
Thinking about you during this time and I hope you will still visit from time to time.
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of David.
-Craig
Joined: Nov 2009
I am so sorry for your loss
I am so sorry for your loss and will pray for your family... you both were very lucky to have each other... everyday is precious!!!
Loves,
Mel
Joined: May 2009
So sorry, my heart is heavy.
So sorry, my heart is heavy. Hugs!
Joined: Feb 2009
So Very Sorry
I'm so sorry for your loss. The wonderful life that you have shared together is so evident and you were a wonderful caregiver. My thoughts and prayers are with you, David, and family as you go through this loss.
Kim
Joined: Aug 2010
Priscilla, We are so very
Priscilla,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Linda and Ellie
Joined: Dec 2009
Priscilla....
Let me convey my deepest sympathies.
He fought a valiant battle with the beast and he's flying with angels now.
God Bless you and your family. My wish is you come back and let us know how you're doing. We love you!
Hugs,
Holly
Joined: Apr 2009
Priscilla
I am so sorry for your loss. 37 years is a LONG time to be with someone. Please come back to the boards as often as you can. You are family now and we don't want to lose you too. Take good care of yourself and we will be waiting to hear from you. Take care.
Jennie
Joined: Nov 2009
I am so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Kathy
Joined: Apr 2009
Priscilla
I am sorry that you lost david,but now he will be watching over you.
Joined: Oct 2004
I am so sorry for your loss
I know David will be greatly missed, and that you guys fought your hardest. I pray God wraps you in His arms in the days ahead as you deal with the hole left in your life. Stay strong.
mary
Joined: May 2009
Pricilla, For those of us
Pricilla,
For those of us who live in Christ, we know that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. I pray that you find some comfort in knowing that David is with the Lord. And your focus continue to be on the 37 wonderful years you had together. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Be blessed.
Sheri
Joined: Apr 2009
Priscilla and family, You
Priscilla and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I pray for peace for you all, knowing that David is in a place of joy now. Know that you are not forgotten. Jean
Joined: Jun 2009
Dear Priscilla,I am so
Dear Priscilla,I am so heartbroken to hear this devasted news and I have tears in my eyes.I can imagine how you feel as a wife.Please take care of yourself and be strong.God bless you.
Joined: Feb 2008
Rest in Peace, David
Oh, Priscilla.
You have my prayers and my love. I'm so sorry. It sounds like David picked a beautiful way to go out, and I'm so glad that he was surrounded by so many loved ones.
I will be looking forward to talking to you again when you're up to it.
*hugs*
Gail
Joined: Oct 2009
Dear Priscilla
I am so sorry about the loss of your beloved husband, David. Holding you in the Light now and in the days ahead for comfort and peace.
~Audrey
Joined: Apr 2010
Dear Priscilla, You and
Dear Priscilla,
You and David have been in my thoughts. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband.
Erin
Joined: Aug 2005
I am wrapping my arms around you....
He has moved, from in front of your eyes, into your heart, where he will live on forever.
BIG hugs!
Kathi
Joined: Aug 2009
Priscilla
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I agree, there is no better group than this one.
You were such an amazing caregiver and I applaud you for that. I lost my sister in April to this horrific disease and still cannot come to terms with it.
I pray for peace for the coming days for your family. David was truly loved.
Joined: Jul 2009
I am sorry Priscilla :( I
I am sorry Priscilla :( I hope you do stay with us- you will always be an important part of our battle and our future.
Joined: Aug 2006
Very sad news
I am very sorry for your lost,but you are a lucky person having "the man of your dreams" at your side for 37 years, you should have so many wonderful memories, I am preying that God give you the peace that you need.
Joined: Aug 2009
So sad
Priscilla,
I'm so sorry David lost his fight with the beast. It sounds like David was much loved by his family and friends, and it was so nice for everybody to be there for him as he passed from this world into Gods. Please come back as often as you feel you can and let us know how you are getting along.
Don
Joined: Sep 2009
My condolences
I'm so sorry you've had to say goodbye to David. I'm glad you had 37 years together, and that in the end he was surrounded by family and friends.
You and your family are in my prayers for strength and peace as you get through this hard time.