KnitWit Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I have copied and pasted the most recent Caring Bridge update: Pray for us Written 40 minutes ago I am sad to tell you all that we are saying good-bye to Shane today. He may be with us a few days more but probably won't be able to talk with us much more than today. He still has pain but is very well covered with as much meds as he needs. He won't be having any more dialysis, so he won't survive much longer. Yesterday was very agonizing for him and in the end, it seems his blood supply from the damaged artery is no longer able to get to his bowel and may shut down other organs. It felt like forever to get his pain under enough control to even figure out what was wrong, but eventually they were able to do a CT last night. This morning I've talked with many, many docs and surgeons, some who've known Shane for years and came just to help. I've talked through all the possibilities, aggressive and not, and all the invasions and interventions that go along with those possibilities. We talked about his present multiple conditions and his past chemotherapy course and the need to stop chemo if he were to attempt surgery. We talked about his personal decision to fight all that he is capable of, but final wishes not to die in agony. Shane's been a part of most of it. He was alert enough to ask one doc how his new baby is, and did tell another that he was going to play a game of tennis (which he's never played), so it's hard to tell how much he gets things, but that's okay. Other than the pain, he seems content and caring about each person he talks to, almost doing more comforting than being comforted. Pray for us, even when We do not know what we ought to pray for (Romans 8:26). Pray for my children. Pray for my nieces, too, as Shane's been a dad figure over the years for several family members who have lost a dad already or weren't able to know their dad for various reasons. We have each other but this is very hard to bear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 How sad. I pray for comfort for all family and friends involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbollin Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 bump :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Excelsior! Academy Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Oh, dear. Praying for comfort for Julie and family and a peaceful passing. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Praying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 My heart is breaking for that family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 This is very sad and made me cry. Best to you, Julie, my friend. May your husband have a beautiful and painless passing and keep his memory alive in his children and wife. Nadia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Island Academy Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Prayers for peace for the the family at this heartbreaking time. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alte Veste Academy Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C_l_e_0..Q_c Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 That's so hard.... May they all find strength in the tough moments.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Praying. Cancer is such a horrible, horrible disease and so heartbreaking for loved ones to watch. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I just found the update in my email -- so sad for them. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Oh this is heartbreaking! I'm so sad for them. Praying here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 This is very sad and made me cry. Best to you, Julie, my friend. May your husband have a beautiful and painless passing and keep his memory alive in his children and wife. Nadia A beautiful expression, exactly this. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in IN Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 So sad to hear this...continuing to pray for their family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nono Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: and prayers for the whole family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southcarolinamom Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: No words. Just :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caraway Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 How sad :( Praying for their family and him as he journeys :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom22ns Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: Prayers :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 How difficult life...and death often is. Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhudson Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Praying for all involved. May Jesus take him softly and gently and may the family find peace in the midst of the grief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalypso Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Prayers for peace and comfort for Shane, Julie and their entire family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in VA Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Thank you for posting this. I was just coming to update. So very sad. Prayers for their whole family. Heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slipper Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Praying for peaceful and comforting thoughts for you all. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4wildberrys Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 So sorry :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladydusk Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: Praying for peace and comfort. May the Lord bless and keep you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma H Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Julie, I have watched you for years and thought how strong you must be. I am so sorry you have to deal with this pain. I will continue to pray for your family and your heart. You are an amazing woman.:grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayT Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: I am so sorry Julie. Praying for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: many thoughts, prayers, and tears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyCrazyMama Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: So sorry!:( :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I am so sorry to read this tragic update, and will keep praying for Julie and her family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I am so very sad to hear this. Praying for peace and comfort for Shane, Julie, and their family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Prayers for you and your family Julie. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Julie, Praying for comfort and peace for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam L in Mid Tenn Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Praying for this dear family. Thank you for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Florida Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I'll be keeping Julie and Shane and their family in my heart today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babysparkler Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Your family is in my prayers, Julie. May God send you an extra dose of strength as you walk through this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmamainva Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug: So sad to hear this update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinRTX Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Praying. Julie and family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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