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- December 23, 2017 at 1:22 am
I'm sad and heartbroken to report that last Sunday, I lost my soul mate, father of my children, and love of my life from this horrible disease. He fought for almost 7 years, 5 1/2 of those stage IV. Most of those years he was asymptotic until this past August when the beast came back very aggressive in his omentum and small intestine. He was on Taf/Mek for exactly 3 months when the beast reappeared even more aggressive and this time he developed malignant ascites in addition to the tumor regrowth in his intestines and peritoneum. The next step was ipi/nivo which he had 1 round. Between November & December he was in the ER & hospitalized 3 times with various issues, but of most concern were his kidneys. He went to the ER his final time on December 9th and his kidneys were failing and never recovered. He passed away surrounded by myself and our kids on Sunday December 17th.
So hard to watch a man who was so strong get so sick in a matter of a few months. I guess that's the nature of this beast.
I want to thank all of you who contribute to this site. I came here often for advice, support, and hope. This group is amazing. My husbands Melanoma specialist Dr Jason Luke was exceptional and we couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable expert in his field.
Please pray for myself and my children and we try to move forward without our rock, my husband, their dad.
Julie.
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- December 23, 2017 at 2:37 am
Hi Julie, wow I don't no where to start, I just went back and read some of the old posts over the years, what a journey!!! I have a really hard time with losing people from the forum, you are my extended family!!! Hugs from Canada!!!Ed
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- December 23, 2017 at 3:28 am
Oh, Julie. I am so very sorry. Your love for your husband has been evident to us all throuh your posts. I know he was certain of your heart as well. There really is no greater gift than that. I will hold you and yours in my heart always. Much love, celeste
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- December 23, 2017 at 3:30 am
Dear Julie, am very sorry to hear your sad news, how sudden things worsened. You are a great help to us on this board and sure you have been to your husband too, so you must also be a rock. Will pray for and think of you and your family. Take care, Mark
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- December 23, 2017 at 5:01 am
Julie, I'm so sorry to hear this. I had been hoping and praying for you and your husband. I also see Dr. Luke and had some similarities with your husband and have a young son and was just so touched by you and your husband. I will pray for you and your children. I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope when you are ready you will check in with us.
Caitlin
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- December 23, 2017 at 10:00 pm
Dear Julie – This is beyond words … other than to say I am so, so sorry to hear this. Definitely holding special thoughts for you and your children close!! Please take care!!
Barb
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- December 26, 2017 at 5:47 am
Julie,
I am so very sorry. You are, and have been, in my prayers. I want to thank you for sharing his story and your journey. I want to thank you for kindly responding to my posts and questions. Warriors, both of you!
Sincerely,
Tex
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- December 27, 2017 at 4:50 am
Dear Julie,
I am so sorry to hear this sad, sad news. I wish you and your family strength and peace.
In sympathy,
Carol
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- January 2, 2018 at 9:04 pm
Dear Julie,
I'm so very very sorry and I just can't imagine how hard this loss is for you and your family. many hugs and prayers to you and your kids. It's an unimaginable loss but you are an amazing caregiver and advocate for your husband. I'm sure he was absolutuely amazed by you. hugs, jackie
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