Sis Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 My hands are shaking as I type this post. Early this morning my wonderful sister lost her battle against this miserable disease. She died in her home while being held by her loving husband and son. Yesterday she took a sudden turn for the worse. Her husband called me and said, "El, your sister needs to hear your voice". I said my tearful goodbye knowing that I could never make it to Colorado in time to say it in person. She was too weak to speak, but I know she heard and understood. My heart is breaking and I don't think I can go on without her in my life. All I keep saying to myself is "if only".. If only the multiple doctors who saw her in the beginning hadn't mis-diagnosed her cancer. If only these so called 'doctors' realized that people who never smoked can and DO get lung cancer. If only I flew to Colorado 2 days earlier than scheduled. IF ONLY. Tomorrow I go to Colorado, not to celebrate her birthday, but to attend her funeral. I've got to try to be strong for her husband and my nephew, but I don't know how I can get through it. I must try, for my sister. I am blessed with wonderful family and friends who will help each other through this. I will continue to watch this valuable board in hopes of reading good news about all the survivors out there. I pray that one day soon this disease will get the attention and funding that it deserves. My prayers will continue for each one of you. Thank you for all you've done to help me along this path. Sincerely, Ellie (Sis) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 There are no words to express the sorrow I feel for your tremendous loss. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 (((Ellie))), My heart is breaking for you. Please accept my sympathy to you and your family on such a tragic loss. Take care of yourself during your travel and let us know how you are doing when you come home. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Oh I SO HATE THIS AWFUL DISEASE!!! I hate that it has taken your sisters life and the lives of so manyh others. I hate what it has done to you and your family. Please accept my condolences. I am so very sorry. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary colleen Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowergirlie Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I am so sorry for the loss of your sister! My thoughts are with you! Flowergirlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieJane Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I am very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 PLease accept my condolences and prayers at this very trying time. We are always here for you if you need us. I wish there was something I could say or do and if you need anything drop me a PM. I am right down the road in Greensboro If I can help with anything. THis Link may give yousome comfort; it helps me sometimes, http://inspiringthots.net/movie/limit-cancer.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Ellie, I am so profoundly sorry for the loss of your dear sister. Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastCoastLadi Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 (((Ellie)))), I'm so sorry about your sister, please know that now she is cancer free, this dreaded disease robs us of so many wonderful people. My prayers go out to you and your sisters' family... Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Ellie, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful person!!! Prayers for your family. GOD BLESS!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Another heartbreaker for me , Ellie. I am so sincerely sorry to hear this devastating news, and that you didn't make it to CO for your sister's 58th birthday in early Dec. Once again all I can say is that lung cancer has to be the most insidious, evil disease of them all, and I will work as best I can to cause its demise. I can think of nothing to ease the pain your whole family must be feeling at this point. So all I can do is add all of you to one VERY long list of names we pray for daily in our house. Your beautiful sister will not be forotten here. Once part of our family.....ALWAYS remembered here. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Ellie, I can even begin to express how sorry I am you have lost your wonderful sister. I pray God wraps his loving arms around you and gives you strength. Alan and I will pray for you, your sister's husband and your nephew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlegirl Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Ellie ~ I'm so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrissy63078 Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I am very sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen1 Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 My sympathies, Ellie. I am so very sorry for your loss and am thinking of you at this difficult time. k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Ellie, My condolences to you and your family. Prayers being lifted for strength, comfort and peace during this difficult time in your life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Ellie, this really breaks my heart...I was really rooting for you and your sister. My deepest condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. May your sister rest in peace. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I am just so terribly sorry..... I just hurt for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dihen Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 Ellie, I am so sorry to hear of your sister's passing, and offer my deepest condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marym Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 My sincere condolences at the loss of your sister. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted November 28, 2006 Share Posted November 28, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for your family to cope with this. I hate this mean and evil disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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