Sad news. . .

[epstns]

I just returned home from the hospital with the sad news. Mom lost her battle with cancer this evening, after a month-long fight. She underwent a 6-hour surgery in mid-September, followed by a rough recovery -- 10 days in intensive care, another week in the surgical wing, then off to a rehab home to continue the fight. We brought her back to the hospital the Saturday before last, we thought just for a follow-up CAT scan. That weekend she went downhill so far, so fast, that even the doctors were stumped. We watched helplessly over the past 10 days as she slid steadily down until she became unresponsive yesterday night. Late this afternoon I received the phone call that things had taken a severe turn for the worse, so off I went. Turns out my wife also was on the way, we met in the parking lot. Once we got upstairs to see mom, it was evident that she was sinking fast. We spent her final hour assuring her that she need not fear her journey, as it was apparent that the time was near. At a few minutes before 6 PM, as I cradled her head in my hands and my wife held mom's hand, mom simply stopped breathing. She's finally at peace and suffering no more.

Be with God, mom -- you'll live in our hearts forever.

 

[fyrfytr]

Hi Steve,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. But you are right, she is not suffering anymore. She will always be with you in your heart.
Again I am sorry for your lost.
You and your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Dave
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[sylviayasgur]

oh steve,
i'm so sorry to hear about your mother. when i saw the thread title i knew immediately.
you're right, she is no longer suffering. she is in a better place.
i know you and your family will miss her terribly.
please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers and accept our
condolences.
-sylvia

 

[Ross]

You have my condolences and prayers. It hits home for me after going through it with my mom in 97.

 

[LUVMyBirman]

Oh Steve,

I am so very sorry. Our sincerest condolences go out to yourself and family.

Please know your mother is in a better place, free from her battle and pain free.

Unfortunatley, we do not have an answer for all of the suffering and madness we endure on this earth. Mom is now shining down upon you. Know that when your time comes to "climb that mountain" she will be there holding your hand and seeing you through.

Take care Steve. If you need anything......please do not hesitate to give me a call.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

 

[Nancy]

May God bless you and your family during this time of sadness, as He is surely blessing your dear mother.

My deepest sympathies are with you.

 

[Christina]

Steve,

So sorry for your loss! My sincere condolences go out to your family.
I believe in the resurrection, so you will see your mother again. Jesus was the first to be resurrected from the dead and so we also will be resurrected from the dead and will have eternal life with him.

 

[Karlynn]

Steve,
I'm so sorry for your loss. God doesn't give us people to love, only to take them from us forever. They are with us always. I lost both of my parents in the last 5 years, but I feel them with me all the time. May your fond memories of her comfort you as you grieve and may those memories brighten your day when you need it most.

with sympathy,
Karlynn

 

[LA_Cruiser]

epstns,

An individual 'dies' when he/she is no longer in someones mind.

For as long as YOU live (at least) she'll be with us.

There are individuals that are physically 'alive' though dead in everyones mind, forgotten or ignored.

Your mom and my mom are both still with us because we make it so.

I know she's in good hands, but just the same, a prayer for her.

God Bless all

 

[Johnny Stephens]

So sorry to hear

So sorry to hear

Steve, you're in my thoughts tonight as you go through this difficult time. I'm glad you were able to be with her, as it sounds as if she was at peace. Lean on us all you can - we're here for you.

My most sincere condolences to you and your family on your loss.

Johnny

 

[Rain]

I am so sorry for your loss of your mom.

I am so sorry for your loss of your mom.

Parental loss is so hard for children, no matter how old we are or how old they are. The closeness of a parent to a child is greater than any other relationship and the loss of one can be overwhelming for some time.

Just know that your Mom still hears you and your prayers to her. She will always be close by......in spirit.

We're here for you, Steve.

 

[Creed3]

Oh Steve,
I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. My most sincere condolences to you and your family. Your mother is no longer suffering and is in a very beautiful place right now. May God bless you and your family during this very difficult time.

Gail

 

[Guest]

Steve,

My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

I teared up as I read your story...in part because it sounds all too familiar...very similar to how Gram died last October. And, as odd and out-of-place as this is going to sound, the Cubs losing tonite sure didn't help matters. Felt like I lost her all over again tonite. Then, I read your post....

Please do not hesitate to call me if you need anything....even if it is to do something "crazy" to get away for a while. That might sound a bit sacreligious right now, but I do know how much that type of thing meant to me last year....and those things tended to help....

Peace...always,
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[weekycat]

I'm so sorry for your loss

I'm so sorry for your loss

Dear Steve,

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. We got a call on Sun morning at the hotel regarding Ray's cousin's wife. She was fighting lung cancer and was also going downhill fast. She was gone before noon that day. Her memorial service is tomorrow, and while I'm there I will be thinking of you and yours too.

Cancer is such a horrible disease! I lost my sister to breast cancer earlier this year, and my favorite aunt appears to be losing her battle with ovarian cancer also. It's just not fair.

Ray's mother also passed away last Jan, and I asked him how he was doing a week later. He said he was fine, and I told him that when my mother goes, not to expect me to be fine in a week, or a month, or ever for that matter.

It was great to meet you last weekend, and my thoughts and prayers will be with you.

 

[BillCobit]

So sorry to hear, Steve. You and your family are in my prayers.

Bill

 

[hensylee]

Just two days ago I ran across your original post and was wondering about your mother, Steve. It is so hard to lose our mother, isn't it. When I miss my mother, I just look in the mirror and there she is - and you can, too. You have many wonderful memories of her. From time to time, she will speak very loudly to you and you will hear. Love to you all. Ann

 

[Les]

Steve,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. You are in my thoughts.....
________________
Les AVR '93 / '95

 

[Harrybaby666]

I am So Sorry

I am So Sorry

Hi Steve,

I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am that you lost your mother. I know it would be devistating for me, as I treasure my mother. I do have to let you know that I know what you have been going through as my father is dying of heart failure (Treansplant is not possible). I hope you heal with great speed and with the comfort of your wife, hopefully, very soon. Take Care, Harrybaby666

 

[Mb]

Dear Steve:

We also want to join the otheres here on the board extending to you and your family our deepest sympathy.

I lost my mother 5 years ago. I also had the opportunity to be with her in the end. I have learned so much since then.....mostly how much I miss her, particularly during tough times. May God Bless you and your family during these next few, difficult days and months.

Wayne and Marybeth

 

[Granbonny]

Steve

Steve

At son's house..wanted to say I know how you must be feeling right now. I lost my Mom, my best friend, 2 years ago Oct. 26th. She did not suffer..and just drifted off. We let her go..everyday I think about her and while I am riding in a car..look up at clouds and can see an outline of her smiling face. I know she is right here with me..still. Take care. Bonnie