peebygeeby Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Hi everybody, Hank passed away in the hospital this morning. My only regret is that we were unable to get him home. We were in the process of arranging that today. I am numb, very sad, but I am O.K. We knew this was coming, I am relieved that he and I no longer have to struggle with this disease. If there is a better place, I hope that he's found it. And now, I'm just going to go forward. I want to thank you all who have tried to help me through this journey. You did help me. I would have never thought it possible that complete strangers reaching through cyberspace could be of such great help to me. You have been truly wonderful. Those of you who are out there still fighting, I wish you strength, and peace, and success. An odd thing happened this morning. I never drive Hank's car but I chose to this morning. I started it up, and what was playing on the radio but, Spirit in the Sky. I began driving to the hospital to see him, and then the doctor called me. Very odd indeed. I will still be dropping in on you all from time to time. Wishing you all the best, Gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 ((((Gail)))) My heart is breaking for you. I am just so very sorry. I hate this damn disease so much. Its just not fair. Please take care of yourself. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyman35 Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 OMG Gail!!! I am so shocked and sad. My heart is breaking for you. I am glad that he is no longer in pain and can breathe freely again. He is definitely a special Spirit in the Sky. You have my deepest sympathies. (((((Gail)))) Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, you have my condolences. I always liked "Spirit in the Sky", especially the guitar riffs. I believe Hank found a place of rest, peace and love. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, my heart breaks for you. You have been so strong through all of this. God bless you both and peace be with you. I just LOVE the song "spirit in the sky"...had forgotten all about it...reverent and peaceful and very melodic. Thank you for reminding me of it. Continued prayers Sandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry's Wife Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, I am so terribly, terribly sorry that your beloved Hank has passed away. If there is anything I can do.... I'll be here. Lynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leela Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, I'm so sorry. Be kind to yourself. Spirit in the sky - what a fitting song. Wishing you peace and strength in the days ahead. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 damn Gail I'm sorry to hear that..... my prayers to you and yours. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janette Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 My heart goes out to you. Take care of yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce u Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care Gail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet B Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail - I am so very very sorry. I know that Hank is in a better place and the song on the radio was a sign to you that that is so. Take care of yourself now - please - keep in touch to let us know how you are doing - You will continue to be in my prayers. Peace Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueeye Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, I am so very sorry to read this. I have been following your story and pulling for Hank. May you find peace in the days to come. We will be here. Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, you've been marvelous through this entire ordeal, and Hank was one lucky guy to have you by his side. He's fine now, and you will be too. I would have never thought it possible that complete strangers reaching through cyberspace could be of such great help to me. Isn't that so true! I've often thought the same thing, and wondered how that could be. The bond we share seems to be on another level, different from most other relationships. It allows us to communicate very directly, almost "soul to soul," bypassing the inconsequential frills of physical features, mode of dress, accent, and material surroundings. It also exlains why many of us feel so lost when the site is down for a few hours. Much Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and know that we will be here for you in the days ahead. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail- I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts will be with you as you move through the days ahead. My sympathy. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 THe days ahead will be rough and remember that we are always here. My Deepest condolences and thoughts and also heartfelt Prayers. Be gentle with yourself. You diod everything you could for HAnk in this battle and we wll all be reunited some day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 {{Gail}} I am so sorry to hear your sad news. This place sure helped me and we will still be here for you. It is good to unload here now and then. We all understand. Please take care of yourself now. Barbb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail I am so very, very sorry. Your love for him was just so obvious... I'm just so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hank, like Alan, is no longer in pain or dealing with the horrid disease. May you find some peace in comfort in knowing he no longer has to fight the beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovesLife Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail - I am so very, very sorry for the loss of your Hank. You both fought so hard - there is absolutely nothing fair about this disease. Please know you have my deepest sympathies and I will keep you in my thoughts in the difficult days to come. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, I am very sorry for your loss. Please continue to post and keep us updated. I will pray that you have peace in the coming days. We all love you here, Bobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Gail, Oh goodness -- I'm so sorry to hear that Hank has passed so quickly. May God bless you and hold you close in the coming times. Hugs, Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Gail, I'm very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that you gave the monster a good fight. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 ((((Gail)))) Gail, I'm so sorry to hear your sad news. Please know that there are people here who are walking the path you're starting on, and we're here to help. Hugs, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaroleHammett Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Oh, Gail. I am so sorry. I know how very rough this has been on both of you, but please know that you are not alone. We are all with you and we truly do feel your pain as if it were our own. All my love, Carole Spirit in the Sky: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ET8zhjeYMs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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