ginnyd Posted September 20, 2003 Posted September 20, 2003 Dear Friends, Jim Waddell just called me and told me the very sad news that Ada died today. She had fought a long and courageous fight. I never met Ada in person but we had become phone buddies. How do you love a person you never met - I don't know, but I sure loved Ada. She was so wise and so kind. She had started a clinical trial recently - just hoping for remission. Jim said that she couldn't have her second treatment because of low blood counts and had to be hospitalized a couple of times. All of her family was with her. Ada told me everytime we talked that her Jim was the best man ever. She passed way too young. But, I believe that she left an everlasting part of herself in the heart of anyone who knew her. She fought hard, but Jim said that she was at peace. We know she is in heaven talking to God about all of her friends here on the board. I am now talking to God to grant her family comfort and peace. I love you Ada. Quote
shelliemacs Posted September 20, 2003 Posted September 20, 2003 I am again beside myself with grief. Ada was a very very good friend to me. I can't believe it, I just cant believe it. Quote
Tracy Posted September 20, 2003 Posted September 20, 2003 My thoughts and prayers go out to Ada's family at this time. Quote
Cindy RN Posted September 20, 2003 Posted September 20, 2003 All I could do is sit and cry. I hate it when someone we have had on here for so long dies. I hope her family knows what they meant to her. Love and prayers to them. Good bye Ada Quote
TheresaKB Posted September 20, 2003 Posted September 20, 2003 My God, this just breaks my heart. I've been looking out for her posts the past days and had been wondering about her. She'll be included in my prayers. I will miss her. My thoughts and condolences to her family. Eternal Rest grant unto her O Lord, And let Your perpetual Light shine upon her. May Ada Waddell and the Souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in Peace. AMEN. Quote
kimblanchard Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 I am so shocked and sad. I just can't believe she is gone. She was such a beautiful person. I will never forget some of her posts, they were truly inspiring. My sincere sympathy to her family. I will never forget you Ada. Bess B Quote
Debi Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 The short time that I have been on this board, I have always been refreshed by Ada's posts, she seemed like such a fighter and was always such a motivator. My sympathies to those of you who knew her longer and better..as sad as I feel, I know you must feel sadder. Debi 47 years old Stage 1a-nsclc Surgery June 16, 2003- mid & upper lung removed Quote
cathy Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 I am saddened and completely shocked. Ada had sent me a beautiful poem to help comfort me when I needed comforting, I feel helpless and wish I could do something for her family. She truly was an angel. God Bless Ada and her precious family. Quote
rayroy Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 Ada also provided great comfort for me during our difficult times. I hope she is at peace. I hope her family pulls through this. Quote
Rick Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 Shocked would sum it up.. This is a sad time and Ada will be missed. Seems so sudden and a real shock, she had just posted on the board in reply to Katies Dad on the 6th of Sept. She was so nice and caring with each correspondence.. We will miss you ADA!!! Quote
mittlers Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 Ada will be missed greatly, I will keep her family in my prayers. Susan M. Quote
Carolyn Flournoy Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 I too had been looking for her posts this last week. She always spoke from the heart with good opinions,insight and knowledge. Ada will be missed but not forgotten. Carolyn Flournoy Quote
lynn Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 Ada's wisdom and caring attitude will be greatly missed Lynn Quote
Guest DaveG Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 Ada will be missed. She always showed great concern for me and would send me an email if I hadn't made a post in a while. I am truly saddened by this loss. Quote
David A Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 I too am so saddened by Ada's passing, she truly helped me more then a few times to sort out things medically and spiritually and mentally. I'm at a loss for words, my heart goes out to he family and friends as they have lost such a beautiful person. Quote
Donna D Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 Ada was truly an inspiration to all. She will be missed greatly. My heart aches for her family. and my prayers go out to them. Dona Quote
LindaMRG Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 Im sitting here shocked, Im so sorry about beautiful, dear Ada. I dont even know what else to say. Quote
Tiny Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 I am grief stricken. Ada was a beautiful person, inside and out. I LOVED reading her posts; her messages were always so gently uplifting and insightful. I had just PMed her a few days ago and received a short response, but had no inkling that the end was so near. Her passing leaves a great empty hole in this community's membership and in my heart. Still thinking of you and sending love your way, Ada. Quote
Andrea B. Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 My heart is filled with tremendous sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Quote
Donna G Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 I am so sorry we have lost Ada . I will miss seeing her face, reading her kind words, she worried and prayed for everyone. 54 yrs old, 2+ yr battle, we will miss her. May her family have peace. Donna G Quote
Fay Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 I too am saddened to hear the news. I will keep her family in my prayers. Faylene Quote
norme Posted September 21, 2003 Posted September 21, 2003 I didn't know Ada very well but did consider her a friend for she was a member of this board and we are all friends for we fight the same battle. I am sure she was a GREAT lady and will be missed deeply.... Quote
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