Time to Say Goodbye

Rocky2

DW turned the corner this morning. She has been in memory care since last August and has been in hospice care since January. She qualified for hospice since she has both advanced (stage 6) EOAD and cervical cancer (stage unknown). When checked by the hospice nurse this morning DW was virtually unresponsive but her vitals were okay. She has stopped eating and is barely able to swallow liquid meds. I was present when the hospice RN saw her again late this afternoon. The RN told me that DW had worsened even since this morning and confirmed that DW was actively dying. Although this is quite a rapid change, I am grateful that she will soon be face to face with her Savior Jesus Christ and her struggle with EOAD and cancer will be no more. I will miss her keenly when she is no longer here on earth. Even so, I know that, because each of us have asked Jesus Christ to forgive our sins and asked Him to be our Savior and Lord, we will see one another again.

Quilting brings calm

I’m sorry to hear this.

charley0419

keep the faith , I’m at loss for words

sandwichone123

I'm so sorry to hear this. I hope for a peaceful night for her and healing over time for you.

wose

You are both in my thoughts and prayers. May God be very near you to comfort you and give you strength 💜

SSHarkey

You have a Hope! Allow yourself to grieve, to rest, to take it slowly. Like you, I’m so sorry it has had to come to this, but at the same time it’s a blessing for her. Praying for you!

Vitruvius

May her passing be as peaceful and painless as possible. And strength and peace to you in the days ahead.

Jgirl57

Peace ….

Jeanne C.

Peace and comfort to you both.

fmb

May God hold you both in the palm of His hand.

LJCHR

Prayers for strength. Peace be with you.

Beachfan

I am sorry for your impending loss, but a peaceful transition is what we all hope and pray for. “May the angels lead her into Paradise.” 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Kat63

You are in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

mrahope

So, so sorry for you and DW. Hoping that she has a peaceful passing.

midge333

I am sorry. I hope she has a quick and painless death.

ImMaggieMae

you are in my prayers. Peace to you and your dear wife.

Caro_Lynne

Praying for a peaceful transition for your DW and that your memories of her help you heal xo

Joe C.

I am sorry for your impending loss. I will offer prayers that you have peace in this difficult time.

Rocky2

Thank you all for your compassion and prayers. Several family members are flying in to spend time with DW before she departs this world. DW is blessed to be supported by loving family and friends…as am I. Tomorrow I have laparoscopic surgery to biopsy a cancerous lymph node as part of my ongoing battle with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I will be at home recovering later the same day. I am glad family will be with both DW and me. So much at one time.

Tom

LJCHR

Oh my goodness. Your cup is full. Prayers for your biopsy and results. God be with you and your wife.

concerned_sister

I hope you're surrounded with love at this difficult time. Best wishes on the biopsy.

Joydean

praying for your test tomorrow and for peace for you and your dear wife! May God protect you and welcome her home with His loving arms!

White Crane

My prayers are with you both at this sad time. May you find peace in knowing she will soon be with her Lord and Savior and free of any pain. God bless you and keep you.

Brenda

JeriLynn66

Prayers for you both.

Phoenix1966

Hoping that you can continue to tap into your reserve of strength to see you through the coming days.

SSHarkey

Praying for you both, Tom. Peace and comfort!

Rocky2

Yesterday I had laparoscopic surgery to biopsy a cancerous lymph node. I am home recovering and am glad to have my adult son with me for a few days. The results of the surgery are a bit of a disappointment. The tissue collected during the surgery did not include the lymph node they were trying to collect for the biopsy. I am curious to hear what my doctor plans next. In the mean time, DW continues on her path to heaven. God only knows when she will breathe her last. She is well cared for and apparently as comfortable as possible. Thank you all for your prayers and kind words.

Tom

M1

Thinking of you Tom. So frustrating that the surgery didn't accomplish what was needed.

Rocky2

Thanks, M1. There are many frustrations in this life, some unique to those with dementia and their caregivers. But I am resting in my God where I find peace and love.

Tom

Rocky2

DW went home peacefully to the arms of her Savoir Jesus Christ this morning. I now join those here who are in stage 8.

M1

blessings Tom. She is free.