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Sad News
« on: January 23, 2020, 04:39:16 PM »
My wonderful wife of 41 years passed away peacefully at home this morning.  Some of you know that she had a  long 30+ year battle with Multiple Sclerosis.  The battle she waged so bravely and with amazing grace is now over.  Never miss an opportunity to say I love you to those you love.  I will miss kissing her forehead and telling her so tomorrow.   I was truly blessed to be by her side during her struggle.   Being the caregiver for one that you love can bring many unforeseen blessings. 

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2020, 04:44:38 PM »
Very sorry to hear. Great words. This must be extremely hard. Accept my condolences.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #2 on: January 23, 2020, 04:54:05 PM »
Very sorry to hear this news, Dave.  My sincere condolences to you and your family.  She is resting at peace now...
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #3 on: January 23, 2020, 04:54:33 PM »
My sincere condolences, Dave. As an RN, who worked in home care with terminal patients, for many years, I feel that anyone who is a caretaker to a loved one until the end is a hero in my book! Its one of the toughest things to go through,and I can tell , Dave,that you did it with huge amounts of love and compassion!
  God bless you ,and your family Dave,
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Re: Sad News
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #4 on: January 23, 2020, 04:57:47 PM »
Dave, so sorry for your loss.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #5 on: January 23, 2020, 04:58:59 PM »
Very sorry to hear Dave.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #6 on: January 23, 2020, 05:02:37 PM »
Dave,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sincere condolences and may she rest in peace.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #7 on: January 23, 2020, 05:06:38 PM »
 Like everyone here in the WG family , let me offer a word of condolence .

 However , let me also say this , thanks for allowing her to live with dignity , well done Dave  :bow:

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #8 on: January 23, 2020, 05:07:06 PM »
Very sorry, my condolences.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #9 on: January 23, 2020, 05:07:18 PM »
I'm so sorry Dave. I don't have the words. My deepest sympathy.


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Re: Sad News
« Reply #10 on: January 23, 2020, 05:18:21 PM »
Thank you on behalf of all of us for being her caregiver; what a wonderful gift.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #11 on: January 23, 2020, 05:19:44 PM »
Dave that's very sad news. Sincere condolences to you and others, whose hearts are aching.

To be able to live and die with dignity and loved ones around you, you can't do better than that.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #12 on: January 23, 2020, 05:21:54 PM »
I have no words.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #13 on: January 23, 2020, 05:24:05 PM »
Very sorry for your loss. I am new to my profession but i see a
 lot of caretakers and even spouses not show any any where near your dedication or grief. She truly must have been a terrific person and you seem to be as well.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #14 on: January 23, 2020, 05:27:24 PM »
Please accept my condolences, Dave.  No words of wisdom here, just that I am saddened to here about your loss. Take care.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #15 on: January 23, 2020, 05:43:21 PM »
Dave,

     Congratulations and God bless you on the so many levels. You sir are an inspiration in caring for and loving our loved ones. I believe there’s a special blessing available to those who have done what you have for your wife.

God bless you and your house,

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #16 on: January 23, 2020, 05:49:47 PM »
Dave,

wonderfully said and you were blessed to have each other. 

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #17 on: January 23, 2020, 05:52:28 PM »
Sorry for your loss.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #18 on: January 23, 2020, 05:53:25 PM »
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss Dave, I know you must have lots of nice memories.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #19 on: January 23, 2020, 06:15:15 PM »
Dave,
So sorry. Been there and it will always leave a hole the heart but there can still be a good life for us survivors if we let it happen and I believe that is what our spouses would have wanted for us.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #20 on: January 23, 2020, 06:21:15 PM »
 Dave, hope you find peace...

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #21 on: January 23, 2020, 06:31:31 PM »
So very sorry. We're with you.

My friend Jimmie Heuga was diagnosed with MS in 1968. When he died three years ago his best friend Billy Kidd told us all: "Jimmie doesn't have MS anymore!"
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #22 on: January 23, 2020, 06:35:40 PM »
Peace to you and your family after all this lengthy suffering.  May you find comfort amongst family and friends in this sad time.
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Re: Sad News
« Reply #23 on: January 23, 2020, 06:44:28 PM »
So sorry Dave.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #24 on: January 23, 2020, 07:13:48 PM »
Sorry for your loss.Think of the good times.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #25 on: January 23, 2020, 07:20:11 PM »

Dave,
Our most sincere condolences for your loss.

You were her saint as her care giver.  You both can rest now.

Do remember the good.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #26 on: January 23, 2020, 07:22:14 PM »
Sorry to hear that Dave. I'm sure it's tough to maintain a 'glass half full' viewpoint at this time. Nothing in this cockeyed universe lasts forever, so cherish the good things every moment they're around. My solution for times like this is creating something. Find something you love doing and do it, whatever that might be. (no clue what that could possibly be...) (LIAR!!!)

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #27 on: January 23, 2020, 07:37:31 PM »
Dave - we have all read your words here over the years but I for one did not know you carried this role as your wife’s caregiver.

My sincere condolences to you Dave. I hope you find comfort from many sources including your friends here.

God Bless you Dave. And may you take some comfort in knowing your wife’s suffering is over. Please hang in there.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #28 on: January 23, 2020, 07:50:21 PM »
Such sad news, I am sorry for your loss, be well.

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Re: Sad News
« Reply #29 on: January 23, 2020, 07:51:17 PM »
Dave,
As a fellow care giver to the one who you and also in my case have pledged to stand by through all that life can set before you please accept my most heart felt sorrow for your loss. And as well my respect for your having fought the good fight. It is a hard task to take on and complete. May you find comfort in knowing you finished the course. I will keep you in my prayers along with all who still have a ways to go in a very difficult turn of events in life.
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