barbara w Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 My dad passed away peacefully at home on January 12 surrounded by his family. He had been on the Iressa for three weeks when his confusion and weakness seemed to get much worse. When his visiting nurse heard some fluid in his lungs, she recommended hospice on the Friday prior. We did one course of antibiotics while under hospice and he seemed to improve. Monday was his best day in a long time - he ate three meals, had a good energy level, was much clearer in his thoughts, and had little pain. He didn't even want to go to bed on Monday night. Tuesday morning he was hardly responding - no food or water intake, couldn't swallow his meds, or stand alone. We started morphine and got him a hospital bed and by Wednesday afternoon he was gone. I can't believe that it has taken me this long to post this. I have been on this site a few times, reading other's updates, but I just couldn't bring myself to post. It's almost as if I couldn't type the words. My heart is empty yet I'm not sure if it has really hit me yet. My days seem so long and foreign without him. We had spend so much time together this past year with drs. appointments, etc. We lived on the same street, so he would help me care for my twins, now 18 months, when they were very young and before he was diagnosed ( when life was normal). I've been robbed of my dad and one of my best friends. I'm rambling now, so I'll end this. I will continue checking in on the many of you who offered me so much support and help these last 11 months, and my prayers are with you and with the search for a cure to this damned disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 My sympathy on the loss of your father. Thanks for letting us know. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 I am so sorry, Barbara. cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad and friend. This is a sad time for you and I pray that God will hold you close. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 I am sorry you lost your father. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest robd1 Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 so sorry....im sure he's in a better place!! remember that....be well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Very sorry to hear that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, so very sorry for the loss of your Father.Wishing you strength and comfort in the coming days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 I am so sorry you have had to endure this great loss. Sending hugs and prayers that you find a way through the pain to the peace on the other side. Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindseysmom Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss. Best Wishes, Dee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Your right, you have been robbed. I am so very dorry about your loss. My deepest condolances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBeth Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellakc2 Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, Iam sooo sorry for your loss. I have loss my dad so I know how you feel. It will take sometime to sink in. Take care and I will pray for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, I am so sorry about your loss. May you find peace. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, I am very sorry at the loss of your dad. My heartfelt sympathies. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, I am very very sorry at the loss of your father and companion. May God lend you strength to get you through. XOXOXOX MaryAnn Prayers always Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, Sending you my deepest sympathy for the loss of your wonderful dad. TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justakid Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathyr Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, My prayers to you and your family. Condolences to you all. I'm so glad you were able to bring such joy into his last year of life with the twins. He passed with wonderful memories! Hugs to you, CathyR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted February 7, 2005 Share Posted February 7, 2005 Barbara, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad... I am praying for you. Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patut Posted February 8, 2005 Share Posted February 8, 2005 Barbara. I know exactly where you're coming from. It was similar circumstances for my hubbie. It has been a month and a half since he's been gone and only now am I starting to be able feel some light coming into my life again. Please know that you are not alone in your feelings. Cyndy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted February 8, 2005 Share Posted February 8, 2005 So sorry. Prayers coming your way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted February 8, 2005 Share Posted February 8, 2005 Barb, so sorry you lost your dad. But Iam so glad that you were there when he passed and it was peacful for him. He will always be watching over you and the twins. take care Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted February 8, 2005 Share Posted February 8, 2005 Barbara, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. There's no one that can take the place of a Dad. May God give you strength to carry you and your family through the days ahead. sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJAS Posted February 8, 2005 Share Posted February 8, 2005 Barbara, My sympathy to you and your family on this devastating loss. May your warm memories help to fill the void you are so deeply experiencing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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