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dgrdalton
dgrdalton CSN Member Posts: 161 Member
in Uterine/Endometrial Cancer #1

I am posting on behalf of my mother, Donna Dalton.  She left specific instructions to post her passing on this forum.

She had went on hospice Oct 17 and passed away peacefully today.

We, her family, appreciate this forum more than you can imagine.  Mom's first oncologist was just going to monitor her condition after her hysterectomy.  Due to the encouragement of others on this forum, she sought out a 2nd opinion and was immediately started on radiation and chemo.  This probably gave us 2-3 more years with her than we would have had otherwise.

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  • Forherself
    Forherself CSN Member Posts: 1,052 Member
    edited November 2021 #2
    Farewell Donna

    Condolences to your family.  Donna was such a sweet lady, and loved her Lord.   Thank you for coming here to let us know.  We loved her too.

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  • Harmanygroves
    Harmanygroves CSN Member Posts: 489 Member
    edited November 2021 #3
    I'm so sorry

    She will be missed by all. Condolences to family and all friends. We are so grateful for her sharing her story and experience with women all over the world, and her words here will help hundreds of women. 

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  • cmb
    cmb CSN Member Posts: 1,001 Member
    #4
    Sad news

    Thank you for sharing this sad news with us. I am so sorry to hear that Donna has passed away. My deepest sympathies to you and the rest of the family.

    Donna left this Board with many wonderful posts that have been and will be appreciated now and in the future. You may be interested in the discussion she began when started on Keytruda and Lenvima at https://csn.cancer.org/node/321618

    Her faithfulness in reporting her experiences while on that drug combination have already helped others and will help more in the future. It reflects her kindness and thoughtfulness to those she met here.

    And as someone with a lifetime of poor sleep, I'm personally grateful for Donna's recommendation to try a specific type of over-the-counter sleep aid recommended by one of her doctors. This has given me many nights of rest that I wouldn't have had otherwise.

    She loved her family so much. I'm glad she had more time with all of you and to enjoy the trails and river by her home.

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  • Tamlen
    Tamlen CSN Member Posts: 343 Member
    #5
    Grateful

    I am so sorry to see this news and at the same time so very grateful for all she gave to us here. By sharing her experience with immunotherapy she's left an important legacy for those of us who may need to make a similar decision down the road. And her kindness and love of her family always shined through.

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  • EZLiving66
    EZLiving66 CSN Member Posts: 1,483 Member
    edited November 2021 #6
    I am so sorry! Your mother

    I am so sorry! Your mother was such a sweetheart and will be sorely missed by our group.

    Love,

    Eldri

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  • MAbound
    MAbound CSN Member Posts: 1,176 Member
    edited November 2021 #7
    Cherished

    As you can see, your mother was a cherished member of our group. Her loss hits hard. Thank you for letting us know about her passing.

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  • SF73
    SF73 CSN Member Posts: 317 Member
    edited November 2021 #8
    My condolences. We are so

    My condolences. We are so thankful for her kindness, and willingness to share her experiences with others. We will miss her.

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  • woodstock99
    woodstock99 CSN Member Posts: 206 Member
    edited November 2021 #9
    My condolences to you and

    My condolences to you and your family and may she rest in peace. 

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  • BluebirdOne
    BluebirdOne CSN Member Posts: 658
    edited November 2021 #10
    I will miss her special smile and words of wisdom.

    Donna was a very special part of our group and she will be greatly missed. It is gratifying to know that we helped her to have more time with her family. Rest in peace, Donna.

     

    Denise

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  • MoeKay
    MoeKay CSN Member Posts: 506 Member
    edited November 2021 #11
    Condolences on the loss of your Mom

    Thanks so much for letting us know about your Mom's passing.  Donna was such a kind, special woman and always such a bright light on this board.  My deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family.

    Maureen

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  • Afoste3
    Afoste3 CSN Member Posts: 39 Member
    #12
    I'm so sorry

    I'm so sorry to hear about your mom.  I've learned so much from her faithful and detailed posting here.  She mentioned how much she loved to be out in nature and seemed like such a thoughful and grounded person.  I will miss hearing from her.

    Anne-Marie  

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  • NoTimeForCancer
    NoTimeForCancer CSN Member Posts: 3,601 Member
    edited November 2021 #13
    Dear Donna's daughter. 

    Dear Donna's daughter. 

    Please know how much your mother gave to all of us, which is continued by the evidence from her directions to share with us her passing. Her posts here outlined her treatment and side effects which will benefit any who seeks information.  

    My heart is sad for your loss and I pray for strength in the coming days with warm memories forever.

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  • els19
    els19 CSN Member Posts: 106 Member
    edited November 2021 #14
    Thank you

    Thank you for letting us all know. I've been thinking about her. Your mother was a very special person as you know. She was always so positive about what she was going through. Your family is in my prayers. 

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  • thatblondegirl
    thatblondegirl CSN Member Posts: 388
    edited November 2021 #15
    Thank you for letting us know

    We are grateful to you for letting us know of your mother's passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Donna was a wonderful friend to us here and she will be greatly missed. 
    ❤️, Alicia

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  • TeddyandBears_Mom
    TeddyandBears_Mom CSN Member Posts: 1,814 Member
    edited November 2021 #16
    Thank you for letting us know

    Thank you for letting us know about your Mom's passing. She was a loved member of our board. I hope you find peace and comfort in the memories you all created with her.

    Rest in Peace sweet Donna. You will be greatly missed.

    Love and Hugs,

    Cindi

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  • jan9wils
    jan9wils CSN Member Posts: 210 Member
    edited November 2021 #17
    My deepest condolences. Donna

    My deepest condolences. Donna will be sorely missed. She helped me and so many on this board. May she rest in peace.

    Jan

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  • ConnieSW
    ConnieSW CSN Member Posts: 1,688 Member
    #18
    I shall miss Donna

    so much but know when an old thread she posted on pops up and I see her picture with the infectious grin, I will find myself grinning back and enjoying a brighter day.

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  • Fridays Child
    Fridays Child CSN Member Posts: 284
    edited November 2021 #19
    So sorry to hear this news

    Donna was a dear lady and so willing to share her experiences to help others.  I will miss seeing her posts, but believe she is at peace now, and look forward to meeting her in heaven some day.

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  • Ashleyjan7
    Ashleyjan7 CSN Member Posts: 27 Member
    edited November 2021 #20
    So very sorry to hear of the

    So very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I only recently started posting on this forum but I have read many of Donna's posts and she was so inspiring to me and for many others on this board as I can see.

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  • Kathy G.
    Kathy G. CSN Member Posts: 245 Member
    edited November 2021 #21
    So sorry for your loss!

    So sorry for your loss!

    It's so hard to lose your mom at any age!

    Kathy

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