RIP Don Lee
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RIP Don Lee

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    • January 19, 2015 at 3:52 am
    POW
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    Some of you may remember Don Lee of Worcester, MASS. Don was diagnosed out of the blue with Stage IV including brain mets almost 2 years ago. Don and his wife Janet fought valiently. He tried every available treatment and benefitted from most of them. Surviving 2 years with a widely disseminated melanoma is remarkable and he made the most of his time. He got to dance at one daughter's wedding and to see his first grandchild born and begin to walk. He enjoyed walks on the beach with Janet, downsizing to a gorgeous condo with no upkeep, and celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary and Cecelia's first Christmas. But eventually the cancer won out. He passed last Thursday. Here is a very nice obituary for Don Lee online. 

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      • January 19, 2015 at 1:33 pm
      JoshF
      Participant

      I remember Janet and Don. This is so sad to hear and I pray for peace & comfort for Janet and family.

      • January 19, 2015 at 1:33 pm
      JoshF
      Participant

      I remember Janet and Don. This is so sad to hear and I pray for peace & comfort for Janet and family.

      • January 19, 2015 at 1:33 pm
      JoshF
      Participant

      I remember Janet and Don. This is so sad to hear and I pray for peace & comfort for Janet and family.

      • January 19, 2015 at 1:36 pm
      kpcollins31
      Participant

      Very sorry to hear this. Glad that he was able to have some very positive experiences with his family during those two years of battle.

      Kevin 

      • January 19, 2015 at 1:36 pm
      kpcollins31
      Participant

      Very sorry to hear this. Glad that he was able to have some very positive experiences with his family during those two years of battle.

      Kevin 

        • January 19, 2015 at 11:20 pm
        MoCedar
        Participant

        Like all of those who have been to Hell and back again fighting the monster, Don was a true warrior. RIP Don.  My deepest admiration and thanks is being sent to his courageous wife and best friend Janet Lee.  As difficult and all-consuming as Don's fight was for Don and Janet she always found the time to provide unconditional support to those caregivers who's loved ones were fighting for their life and to those who's loved one lost the battle – especially me!  I will forever grateful to this Board for connecting me to people like Janet Lee and POW who helped me throught my darkest nightmare.  Keep up the fight and beat this Beast forever.

        • January 19, 2015 at 11:20 pm
        MoCedar
        Participant

        Like all of those who have been to Hell and back again fighting the monster, Don was a true warrior. RIP Don.  My deepest admiration and thanks is being sent to his courageous wife and best friend Janet Lee.  As difficult and all-consuming as Don's fight was for Don and Janet she always found the time to provide unconditional support to those caregivers who's loved ones were fighting for their life and to those who's loved one lost the battle – especially me!  I will forever grateful to this Board for connecting me to people like Janet Lee and POW who helped me throught my darkest nightmare.  Keep up the fight and beat this Beast forever.

        • January 19, 2015 at 11:20 pm
        MoCedar
        Participant

        Like all of those who have been to Hell and back again fighting the monster, Don was a true warrior. RIP Don.  My deepest admiration and thanks is being sent to his courageous wife and best friend Janet Lee.  As difficult and all-consuming as Don's fight was for Don and Janet she always found the time to provide unconditional support to those caregivers who's loved ones were fighting for their life and to those who's loved one lost the battle – especially me!  I will forever grateful to this Board for connecting me to people like Janet Lee and POW who helped me throught my darkest nightmare.  Keep up the fight and beat this Beast forever.

      • January 19, 2015 at 1:36 pm
      kpcollins31
      Participant

      Very sorry to hear this. Glad that he was able to have some very positive experiences with his family during those two years of battle.

      Kevin 

      • January 19, 2015 at 10:45 pm
      JustMeInCA
      Participant

      So sorry to hear this, and wishing for strength and comfort for his family. What a beautifully written obituary. 

      • January 19, 2015 at 10:45 pm
      JustMeInCA
      Participant

      So sorry to hear this, and wishing for strength and comfort for his family. What a beautifully written obituary. 

      • January 19, 2015 at 10:45 pm
      JustMeInCA
      Participant

      So sorry to hear this, and wishing for strength and comfort for his family. What a beautifully written obituary. 

      • January 20, 2015 at 8:05 pm
      BrianP
      Participant

      I remember Don and Janet as well. Prayers for Janet and their family. Thanks for sharing Pat. 

      • January 20, 2015 at 8:05 pm
      BrianP
      Participant

      I remember Don and Janet as well. Prayers for Janet and their family. Thanks for sharing Pat. 

      • January 20, 2015 at 8:05 pm
      BrianP
      Participant

      I remember Don and Janet as well. Prayers for Janet and their family. Thanks for sharing Pat. 

      • February 4, 2015 at 5:27 pm
      liberty04281
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      POW posted last at 1/18 2015.
      • February 4, 2015 at 5:27 pm
      liberty04281
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      POW posted last at 1/18 2015.
      • February 4, 2015 at 5:27 pm
      liberty04281
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      POW posted last at 1/18 2015.
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