SJAS Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Dear Friends, Another traveller on this road has laid down his burden. Steve's journey here came to an end at 4:30 a.m. today. He left in a manner so typically Steve - with care and concern for his family - picking a time when most had gone to bed and I had drifted off briefly next to him. The final lesson he left with us is that death is not something to be feared, but really is a release and a letting go and peace. He left with almost a slight smile on his lips. We have spent the day in tears and laughter as we reminisced about all the wonderful things Steve brought to our lives. We know that he will still be very much a part of everything we do. True to form, when asked what music he wanted for the service he said "Led Zeppelin." He gave us laughs right to the end. It was Steve's desire that I continue the fight and so we shall with our "Shine a Little Light on Lung Cancer" event. Our lighted ribbon will have deeper meaning as we think of the man who was the light of our lives. Lung cancer may have taken another casualty, but in the end, with all of us fighting, we will take the war. We want to thank you all for the wonderful support you have given us during Steve's illness these last couple of years. Like someone once said, "Lung cancer isn't for wimps." Steve was sure no wimp about it, but I certainly have had my moments and it was your support that helped see this family through this monstrous disease. Your kindness and warm caring touched Steve deeply, giving us all strength to make it through the hard parts. With heavy hearts, damp smiles and love, Joyce & Alex & Scott Quote
Debi Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 I'm so sorry Joyce, for your family's loss, for our loss. Your post was a wonderful tribute to your Steve, as will be your "Shine a Little Light on Lung Cancer". I wish you peace in the days ahead.. Quote
cindi o'h Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce and boys. I am so sorry for your loss of Steve. You are right, he was no wimp. What a fighter through all of this. And attitude. Bless you all today and your days ahead. Cindi o'h Quote
gail p-m Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 I'm so very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences. gail p-m Quote
Nushka Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 I am sorry to learn of Steve's passing. He was a fighter all the way. Your wonderful post is a tribute to the man in your lives. Nina Quote
Ann Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce, I am so very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He certainly was a brave warrior that fought a valiant fight against this terrible disease! Quote
Maryanne Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce, my heart broke when I read your post. Please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family in the passing of a beautiful soul. He may have lost the war but certainly not the battle. He was so brave. May he be a peace entering his "Stairway to Heaven" Prayers for you Joyce for strentgh to get through this. You seem to have wonderful memories which will stay alive in your heart of hearts. Maryanne Quote
Botley Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Dear Joyce, Thoughts and prayers for you and your family we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Steve. Take Care & Blessings, Botley & Mother Quote
carolhg Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce & Alex & Scott, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers for all of you. God Bless you. Carol Quote
karenl Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce, Alex and Scott I am so sorry....please accept my sincere condolenses. Karen Quote
nancy c Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce, I am so very sorry. This tears at my heart. I wish you comfort and peace. You and your family are in my prayers.Nancy C Quote
Addie Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce... My deepest sympathies and Godspeed to Steve. It sounds as though there was some laughter right up to the end...and then a very peaceful passing. As you retell it, I don't know that it could have been scripted any better. I know the weeks and months ahead will be a hard adjustment...but you're strong, and you'll remain so, being a source of stability for your kids. I genuinely hope you find a way to inject a little Led Zeppelin into Steve's service...as I have a feeling he'll be expecting that. Lean on us whenever you need to...you're an important part of the lchelp family. Again...my sincere condolences. Quote
kimmek Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 I am so sorry to hear this news. Steve sounds like one incredible man. Please know you and your family are in my heart and prayers during this trying time. God Bless kim Quote
Frank Lamb Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce,I am very sorry.Wishing you and the boys strength and comfort in the coming days. Quote
jang Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce, I'm so sorry to hear this. My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family. Quote
Donna G Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce I am also so sorry for your loss. I pray for you and your family for peace. Donna G Quote
bunny Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 I'm so sorry. the love shines through your post. prayers and warm thoughts to you and your family. xoxo amie Quote
SBeth Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 I'm so sorry for your family's loss Joyce. You will all be in my prayers. Quote
Jyoung20 Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for you and your family!! GOD BLESS YOU!! Jamie Quote
francesbean Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 I'm so sorry to hear about the news. I find comfort, however, that he left peacefully and is not in pain anymore. My prayers are with your family. God bless. Quote
Connie B Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Peace to Steve's memory, strength and comfort to you and the family Joyce. I am very sorry for your's and our loss. Quote
Don M Posted October 25, 2005 Posted October 25, 2005 Joyce, Alex and Scott: Please accept my condolences. Don M Quote
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