InCalifornia Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Hello everyone I don't post here very often but I do visit the forum on a daily basis. I wanted to tell you all that my brother lost the battle with NSCLC (which had metastasized to the brain almost a year ago) Last august 2005' we were told that he wouldn't live longer than 3 months due to the multiple brain tumors he had... Well *the doctors were wrong*.... he almost lived a year since the brain metastasis finding... He was on Tarceva for almost a year and he never knew that the cancer had metastasized to the brain... He was such a fighter and he truly believed that he would eventually win this battle...I personally feel grateful that GOD gave us all those extra months with him... We were able to enjoy him for all those months and he was able to do so many things he wanted to do...I was holding his hand when he took his last breath... The tumors took his vision, paralized him, and also made him unable to talk but he never lost his hearing, and we were there for him 24/7 giving him all the care, love and support he needed... A week ago he told me that he was ready to see GOD's face and that he was ready to go, so I knew that he was not afraid... Our brother was a devoted christian, a wonderful husband, a loving father, a terrfic brother, uncle, etc and most of all "The best friend you could ever have"... I will miss him so much, (he was only 55 years old, way too young) but I do get comfort knowing taht he is in a much better place, that he is not longer in pain and that I will eventually see him again... He told me that we are just passengers in this journey called earth but that sooner or later we would arrive to our destination... I'm so happy to know that he is already there, with the LORD! I'll keep you all in my prayers and DON'Tt ever give up!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 I'm so very sorry to read this, InCA. My heart goes out to your whole family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 What a beautiful post. You are so lucky to have had him. Prayers for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 My prayers and condolences to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Sending Prayers and Condolences for your family during this difficult time. IF you need us we are here for any reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 InCa, so sorry for your loss. Thank you for letting us know and giving a glimpse into your brother's journey. A truthful and Powerful message that he left with you. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted July 25, 2006 Share Posted July 25, 2006 I am sad to read this..prayers and blessings to you and your family. Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Your post is quite a tribute to your brother. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 So sad for you and your family, Paddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 So sad for you and your family, Paddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marym Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Dear InCA, I am sorry for your loss, and touched by your rememberance. May God be with him and your family. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eppie Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 In CA I read you post with a heavy heart. Big hugs and I am so sorry to hear your story about your beloved brother. I am glad to hear that Tarceva helped him in the fight. Just think about how many kisses he was able ot receive and give. Thanks to the heavens he had you there. Much love, Eppie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Sorry to read this news. Sending condolences to your family and prayers... God bless, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 My condolences to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 So sorry for the loss of you beloved brother. He certainly had some unique insites. He is so at peace now and one day you will be reunited with him. Please accept my deepest condolences. It is so hard for the ones left behind. But I know he is watching over his loved ones and smiling as he is pain free and at peace. Peace be with you too. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 I am very sorry for the loss of your brother.Our condolences to you and all your family members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyT Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 So sorry for the loss of your wonderful brother, sending prayers to you and your family NancyT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 So very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family during this terrible time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilyjohn Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. Your brother sounds like a very special person. Sending prayers for peace of mind to you and your family. Lillian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carleen Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 I am so sorry for the loss of your dear brother. His pain has ended, and yours is just beginning. I pray that God comfort you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 My sincere condolences. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. How difficult to lose a sibling. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindy0519 Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 My sincere condolence to your family. Your brother was very blessed to have loved and been loved so very deeply. May God help your family to find peace and comfort! Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Q Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are indeed blessed to have had such a dear brother, though his time here was much too short. ~Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted July 26, 2006 Share Posted July 26, 2006 Prayers and condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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