My Angel David
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My Angel David

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    • July 18, 2012 at 6:03 am
    MeNDave
    Participant

    It is with a broken heart that I tell you that Dave passed away last night at 6:29 pm with me and his two best friends by his side.  He was my best friend and the love of my life. I will miss him forever.

    It is with a broken heart that I tell you that Dave passed away last night at 6:29 pm with me and his two best friends by his side.  He was my best friend and the love of my life. I will miss him forever.

    Because our local hospice does not do iv pain management, we were unable to bring him home with us.  But because of David – that will change.  Not only is Roswell pushing for a palliative care floor in the hospital (they pulled some strings to keep him there where he was comfortable and free of pain), but a whole communitly is working towards changing the hospice services offered to our small community.  I cannot think of a better legacy for David.

    My caregiving duties will not stop – I will always continue to offer support to other cancer patients and their families.  He fought until the end, and I could not be more proud to have been his wife for the last 16 years.  Not once did he complain, or ask "why me".  He is the most amazing person I've ever met.

    To all my fellow warriors out there ,  I ask this of you: do not let melanoma take a single day from you. 

    Much love to all of you… and please, please, remember – DON'T EVER GIVE UP!!

     

    Maria

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      • July 18, 2012 at 7:22 am
      deardad
      Participant

      Dear Maria,

      Please accept my sincere condolences. Dave was a true warrior and you a wonderful loving caregiver.

      I'm very sad, but glad he now rests in peace.

      You have been a wonderful support to me and many others on this forum, thank you.

      Take care of yourself Maria,

      Love Nahmi

      • July 18, 2012 at 7:22 am
      deardad
      Participant

      Dear Maria,

      Please accept my sincere condolences. Dave was a true warrior and you a wonderful loving caregiver.

      I'm very sad, but glad he now rests in peace.

      You have been a wonderful support to me and many others on this forum, thank you.

      Take care of yourself Maria,

      Love Nahmi

      • July 18, 2012 at 7:22 am
      deardad
      Participant

      Dear Maria,

      Please accept my sincere condolences. Dave was a true warrior and you a wonderful loving caregiver.

      I'm very sad, but glad he now rests in peace.

      You have been a wonderful support to me and many others on this forum, thank you.

      Take care of yourself Maria,

      Love Nahmi

      • July 18, 2012 at 11:49 am
      shellebrownies
      Participant

      Maria,

      Your note has pulled me out of hiding. (Since my own husband's passing, I have lurked here from time to time, but rarely post.) I needed to tell you that I am thinking of you and that you are in my prayers. I am sad the two of you are parted, but glad to know Dave is no longer in pain. I am also glad to hear that his legacy will help so many others…what a special gift to give and receive. 

      Best wishes to you and your loved ones.

      Michelle

      • July 18, 2012 at 11:49 am
      shellebrownies
      Participant

      Maria,

      Your note has pulled me out of hiding. (Since my own husband's passing, I have lurked here from time to time, but rarely post.) I needed to tell you that I am thinking of you and that you are in my prayers. I am sad the two of you are parted, but glad to know Dave is no longer in pain. I am also glad to hear that his legacy will help so many others…what a special gift to give and receive. 

      Best wishes to you and your loved ones.

      Michelle

      • July 18, 2012 at 11:49 am
      shellebrownies
      Participant

      Maria,

      Your note has pulled me out of hiding. (Since my own husband's passing, I have lurked here from time to time, but rarely post.) I needed to tell you that I am thinking of you and that you are in my prayers. I am sad the two of you are parted, but glad to know Dave is no longer in pain. I am also glad to hear that his legacy will help so many others…what a special gift to give and receive. 

      Best wishes to you and your loved ones.

      Michelle

      • July 18, 2012 at 12:49 pm
      aldakota22
      Participant

      Maria so very sorry about  Daves passing.Your tribute to the love of your life choked me up, something that does not come easy.Let him RIP.Both of you will always be in my prayers.You are right never give up. Beat the Beast.    Al

      • July 18, 2012 at 12:49 pm
      aldakota22
      Participant

      Maria so very sorry about  Daves passing.Your tribute to the love of your life choked me up, something that does not come easy.Let him RIP.Both of you will always be in my prayers.You are right never give up. Beat the Beast.    Al

      • July 18, 2012 at 12:49 pm
      aldakota22
      Participant

      Maria so very sorry about  Daves passing.Your tribute to the love of your life choked me up, something that does not come easy.Let him RIP.Both of you will always be in my prayers.You are right never give up. Beat the Beast.    Al

      • July 18, 2012 at 12:56 pm
      Lilbrat
      Participant

      Maria, I am so very sorry – I know how hard it is – I lost my husband to pancreatic cancer almost two years ago.  If you want someone to correspond with – let me know, I'll send you my e-mail address.  In the meantime, you are in my prayers.  Phyl.

      • July 18, 2012 at 12:56 pm
      Lilbrat
      Participant

      Maria, I am so very sorry – I know how hard it is – I lost my husband to pancreatic cancer almost two years ago.  If you want someone to correspond with – let me know, I'll send you my e-mail address.  In the meantime, you are in my prayers.  Phyl.

      • July 18, 2012 at 12:56 pm
      Lilbrat
      Participant

      Maria, I am so very sorry – I know how hard it is – I lost my husband to pancreatic cancer almost two years ago.  If you want someone to correspond with – let me know, I'll send you my e-mail address.  In the meantime, you are in my prayers.  Phyl.

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:11 pm
      hope4cure1
      Participant

      Maria, if there was a way to hug you, a lot of us would be on your doorstep right now.  You continue to demonstrate such dignity and compassion, even during a very painful time.  Dave's love will remain in your heart, and guide you in furthering his legacy.  The way you have expressed the love you shared, makes clear the powerful gift you have always been to each other.   I wish you peace and the support of family and friends.  Our hearts are with you.

      Hope

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:11 pm
      hope4cure1
      Participant

      Maria, if there was a way to hug you, a lot of us would be on your doorstep right now.  You continue to demonstrate such dignity and compassion, even during a very painful time.  Dave's love will remain in your heart, and guide you in furthering his legacy.  The way you have expressed the love you shared, makes clear the powerful gift you have always been to each other.   I wish you peace and the support of family and friends.  Our hearts are with you.

      Hope

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:11 pm
      hope4cure1
      Participant

      Maria, if there was a way to hug you, a lot of us would be on your doorstep right now.  You continue to demonstrate such dignity and compassion, even during a very painful time.  Dave's love will remain in your heart, and guide you in furthering his legacy.  The way you have expressed the love you shared, makes clear the powerful gift you have always been to each other.   I wish you peace and the support of family and friends.  Our hearts are with you.

      Hope

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:28 pm
      Phil S
      Participant
      Maria, I am so glad David is at peace and free from melanoma’s grasp, he was a true warrior! What a wonderful tribute that hospice in your area will reevaluate their pain management policies. You have handled this difficult situation with strength and grace, and I have always admired you. Not only, did you love, care, and support David, but you provided information, care, and support for this Board. I hope you and your kids find love and peace in your memories, it sounds like David was a wonderful husband and father, who left his imprint on all of you forever. God bless, Valerie and Phil Simpson
      • July 18, 2012 at 1:28 pm
      Phil S
      Participant
      Maria, I am so glad David is at peace and free from melanoma’s grasp, he was a true warrior! What a wonderful tribute that hospice in your area will reevaluate their pain management policies. You have handled this difficult situation with strength and grace, and I have always admired you. Not only, did you love, care, and support David, but you provided information, care, and support for this Board. I hope you and your kids find love and peace in your memories, it sounds like David was a wonderful husband and father, who left his imprint on all of you forever. God bless, Valerie and Phil Simpson
      • July 18, 2012 at 1:28 pm
      Phil S
      Participant
      Maria, I am so glad David is at peace and free from melanoma’s grasp, he was a true warrior! What a wonderful tribute that hospice in your area will reevaluate their pain management policies. You have handled this difficult situation with strength and grace, and I have always admired you. Not only, did you love, care, and support David, but you provided information, care, and support for this Board. I hope you and your kids find love and peace in your memories, it sounds like David was a wonderful husband and father, who left his imprint on all of you forever. God bless, Valerie and Phil Simpson
      • July 18, 2012 at 1:33 pm
      Gene_S
      Participant

      I am very sorry for your loss and you and the family will be in my prayers.

      It is great news that your community will now work as a better hospice plan for care but it is a great shame that they didn't have something in place before to help Dave and you through this process.

      Please take good care of yourself.

      Judy (loving wife and caregiver of Gene)

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:33 pm
      Gene_S
      Participant

      I am very sorry for your loss and you and the family will be in my prayers.

      It is great news that your community will now work as a better hospice plan for care but it is a great shame that they didn't have something in place before to help Dave and you through this process.

      Please take good care of yourself.

      Judy (loving wife and caregiver of Gene)

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:33 pm
      Gene_S
      Participant

      I am very sorry for your loss and you and the family will be in my prayers.

      It is great news that your community will now work as a better hospice plan for care but it is a great shame that they didn't have something in place before to help Dave and you through this process.

      Please take good care of yourself.

      Judy (loving wife and caregiver of Gene)

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:36 pm
      CarolA
      Participant

      Dear Maria,

      I wish I could express as eloquently as you do, so that you would receive words from me conveying how I will never forget Dave, or you.   Your example of love and care for each other is an example for all.   I am so sorry for your loss of your husband, your best friend.   My heart hurts for you and yours.   May God bless all of you and may the following days filled with the love and support that you have shared so graciously with melanoma warriors.  

      Please keep us posted as to your community's efforts with hospice, and I hope I will read of Roswell's improvements towards palliative care.

      I am so sad that your life with Dave had to travel through this road.   It never makes sense, but is especially hard to accept when melanoma touches such exceptional people.   Agaiin, my sincere condolences, Maria.

      CarolA

      Amhert, NY

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:36 pm
      CarolA
      Participant

      Dear Maria,

      I wish I could express as eloquently as you do, so that you would receive words from me conveying how I will never forget Dave, or you.   Your example of love and care for each other is an example for all.   I am so sorry for your loss of your husband, your best friend.   My heart hurts for you and yours.   May God bless all of you and may the following days filled with the love and support that you have shared so graciously with melanoma warriors.  

      Please keep us posted as to your community's efforts with hospice, and I hope I will read of Roswell's improvements towards palliative care.

      I am so sad that your life with Dave had to travel through this road.   It never makes sense, but is especially hard to accept when melanoma touches such exceptional people.   Agaiin, my sincere condolences, Maria.

      CarolA

      Amhert, NY

      • July 18, 2012 at 1:36 pm
      CarolA
      Participant

      Dear Maria,

      I wish I could express as eloquently as you do, so that you would receive words from me conveying how I will never forget Dave, or you.   Your example of love and care for each other is an example for all.   I am so sorry for your loss of your husband, your best friend.   My heart hurts for you and yours.   May God bless all of you and may the following days filled with the love and support that you have shared so graciously with melanoma warriors.  

      Please keep us posted as to your community's efforts with hospice, and I hope I will read of Roswell's improvements towards palliative care.

      I am so sad that your life with Dave had to travel through this road.   It never makes sense, but is especially hard to accept when melanoma touches such exceptional people.   Agaiin, my sincere condolences, Maria.

      CarolA

      Amhert, NY

      • July 18, 2012 at 3:04 pm
      triciad
      Participant

      Maria,

      My heart is broken.  Just weeks ago, it seemed that things were improving with Dave.  Please accept my deepest condolences.  You and your entire family are in my prayers.  He was a lucky man to have you in his life!

      Tricia

      • July 18, 2012 at 3:04 pm
      triciad
      Participant

      Maria,

      My heart is broken.  Just weeks ago, it seemed that things were improving with Dave.  Please accept my deepest condolences.  You and your entire family are in my prayers.  He was a lucky man to have you in his life!

      Tricia

      • July 18, 2012 at 3:04 pm
      triciad
      Participant

      Maria,

      My heart is broken.  Just weeks ago, it seemed that things were improving with Dave.  Please accept my deepest condolences.  You and your entire family are in my prayers.  He was a lucky man to have you in his life!

      Tricia

      • July 18, 2012 at 5:27 pm
      jag
      Participant

      Maria, 

      I am very sorry that you lost one of the most important and loved people in your life.  He was very lucky to have his highschool sweetheart looking after him all through his treatments.

      God Bless

      John

      • July 18, 2012 at 5:27 pm
      jag
      Participant

      Maria, 

      I am very sorry that you lost one of the most important and loved people in your life.  He was very lucky to have his highschool sweetheart looking after him all through his treatments.

      God Bless

      John

      • July 18, 2012 at 5:27 pm
      jag
      Participant

      Maria, 

      I am very sorry that you lost one of the most important and loved people in your life.  He was very lucky to have his highschool sweetheart looking after him all through his treatments.

      God Bless

      John

      • July 18, 2012 at 5:31 pm
      Richard_K
      Participant

       

      Maria

      I am so very saddened to read this news.  God bless.

      Dick

      • July 18, 2012 at 5:31 pm
      Richard_K
      Participant

       

      Maria

      I am so very saddened to read this news.  God bless.

      Dick

      • July 18, 2012 at 5:31 pm
      Richard_K
      Participant

       

      Maria

      I am so very saddened to read this news.  God bless.

      Dick

      • July 18, 2012 at 7:18 pm
      Lori C
      Participant

      I am very sorry for your loss and may his memory be for a blessing.  May you be kept well and strong and thank you for your courage in continuing the fight.

      • July 18, 2012 at 7:18 pm
      Lori C
      Participant

      I am very sorry for your loss and may his memory be for a blessing.  May you be kept well and strong and thank you for your courage in continuing the fight.

      • July 18, 2012 at 7:18 pm
      Lori C
      Participant

      I am very sorry for your loss and may his memory be for a blessing.  May you be kept well and strong and thank you for your courage in continuing the fight.

      • July 18, 2012 at 9:19 pm
      washoegal
      Participant

      Maria,

      I am so sorry for your loss.  You both fought a brave fight.  I pray that you find peace and are eventually able to move forward.  May Dave always be remembered with love and for the complete person he was.

      Mary,

      Stage 3

      • July 18, 2012 at 9:19 pm
      washoegal
      Participant

      Maria,

      I am so sorry for your loss.  You both fought a brave fight.  I pray that you find peace and are eventually able to move forward.  May Dave always be remembered with love and for the complete person he was.

      Mary,

      Stage 3

      • July 18, 2012 at 9:19 pm
      washoegal
      Participant

      Maria,

      I am so sorry for your loss.  You both fought a brave fight.  I pray that you find peace and are eventually able to move forward.  May Dave always be remembered with love and for the complete person he was.

      Mary,

      Stage 3

      • July 18, 2012 at 10:49 pm
      Swanee
      Participant

      Dearest Maria,

      It is with deep sadness to read this post and know that you are now suffering from a broken heart as you say good bye and let your Dave go.  In the days, weeks and months ahead may you take comfort in all the love, care and strength that you poured on Dave as you fought so hard along side him to win this battle.   It was so evident…it was your battle too.       I am amazed at your courage and find your strength a gift to so many of us here.  You and Dave offered so much love and support to everyone on this board and showed such a fighting spirit to lead the way.  May life give back to you ten fold and I hope you always feel Dave's spirit with you, holding you up now and guiding you forward into the future, by yourself….. but still with him.  Love and strength to you Maria…..  God Bless!

      Swanee

      • July 18, 2012 at 10:49 pm
      Swanee
      Participant

      Dearest Maria,

      It is with deep sadness to read this post and know that you are now suffering from a broken heart as you say good bye and let your Dave go.  In the days, weeks and months ahead may you take comfort in all the love, care and strength that you poured on Dave as you fought so hard along side him to win this battle.   It was so evident…it was your battle too.       I am amazed at your courage and find your strength a gift to so many of us here.  You and Dave offered so much love and support to everyone on this board and showed such a fighting spirit to lead the way.  May life give back to you ten fold and I hope you always feel Dave's spirit with you, holding you up now and guiding you forward into the future, by yourself….. but still with him.  Love and strength to you Maria…..  God Bless!

      Swanee

      • July 18, 2012 at 10:49 pm
      Swanee
      Participant

      Dearest Maria,

      It is with deep sadness to read this post and know that you are now suffering from a broken heart as you say good bye and let your Dave go.  In the days, weeks and months ahead may you take comfort in all the love, care and strength that you poured on Dave as you fought so hard along side him to win this battle.   It was so evident…it was your battle too.       I am amazed at your courage and find your strength a gift to so many of us here.  You and Dave offered so much love and support to everyone on this board and showed such a fighting spirit to lead the way.  May life give back to you ten fold and I hope you always feel Dave's spirit with you, holding you up now and guiding you forward into the future, by yourself….. but still with him.  Love and strength to you Maria…..  God Bless!

      Swanee

      • July 19, 2012 at 1:54 am
      gabsound
      Participant
      Maria,
      I had tears streaming down my face as I read your news. I can just feel your love for Dave through all the words you have written on this board. I am so sorry that you have lost your dear husband. He was a lucky man to have you by his side fighting along with him. You were blessed to have Dave as your partner in life and I pray you have the strength to advocate for the changes that need to be made for future patients as a legacy to Dave.

      I also pray for peace for you and your friends and family and for many blessings in your future.

      Thank you for being the beautiful caring person you have been on this board. Please check in once in a while and let us know how you are doing.

      Julie in Las Vegas

      • July 19, 2012 at 1:54 am
      gabsound
      Participant
      Maria,
      I had tears streaming down my face as I read your news. I can just feel your love for Dave through all the words you have written on this board. I am so sorry that you have lost your dear husband. He was a lucky man to have you by his side fighting along with him. You were blessed to have Dave as your partner in life and I pray you have the strength to advocate for the changes that need to be made for future patients as a legacy to Dave.

      I also pray for peace for you and your friends and family and for many blessings in your future.

      Thank you for being the beautiful caring person you have been on this board. Please check in once in a while and let us know how you are doing.

      Julie in Las Vegas

      • July 19, 2012 at 1:54 am
      gabsound
      Participant
      Maria,
      I had tears streaming down my face as I read your news. I can just feel your love for Dave through all the words you have written on this board. I am so sorry that you have lost your dear husband. He was a lucky man to have you by his side fighting along with him. You were blessed to have Dave as your partner in life and I pray you have the strength to advocate for the changes that need to be made for future patients as a legacy to Dave.

      I also pray for peace for you and your friends and family and for many blessings in your future.

      Thank you for being the beautiful caring person you have been on this board. Please check in once in a while and let us know how you are doing.

      Julie in Las Vegas

      • July 19, 2012 at 2:33 am
      FormerCaregiver
      Participant

      Maria, my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. You and your family continue to remain in my thoughts and prayers.

      Take care

      Frank from Australia

      • July 19, 2012 at 2:33 am
      FormerCaregiver
      Participant

      Maria, my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. You and your family continue to remain in my thoughts and prayers.

      Take care

      Frank from Australia

      • July 19, 2012 at 2:33 am
      FormerCaregiver
      Participant

      Maria, my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. You and your family continue to remain in my thoughts and prayers.

      Take care

      Frank from Australia

      • July 19, 2012 at 3:34 pm
      Ali
      Participant

      So, so sorry Maria.  Thoughts and prayers are with you.

      • July 19, 2012 at 3:34 pm
      Ali
      Participant

      So, so sorry Maria.  Thoughts and prayers are with you.

      • July 19, 2012 at 3:34 pm
      Ali
      Participant

      So, so sorry Maria.  Thoughts and prayers are with you.

      • July 19, 2012 at 6:50 pm
      Bubbles
      Participant

      My heart reaches out for yours.  You have given such support for so many.  Yours, Celeste

      • July 19, 2012 at 6:50 pm
      Bubbles
      Participant

      My heart reaches out for yours.  You have given such support for so many.  Yours, Celeste

      • July 19, 2012 at 6:50 pm
      Bubbles
      Participant

      My heart reaches out for yours.  You have given such support for so many.  Yours, Celeste

      • July 19, 2012 at 7:07 pm
      benp
      Participant

      Really sorry to hear of this Maria my heart goes out to you.

      • July 19, 2012 at 7:07 pm
      benp
      Participant

      Really sorry to hear of this Maria my heart goes out to you.

      • July 19, 2012 at 7:07 pm
      benp
      Participant

      Really sorry to hear of this Maria my heart goes out to you.

      • July 19, 2012 at 10:17 pm
      KRob
      Participant

      Deepest of condolences to you, Maria, and all those whose lives were graced by your husband David.

      What a wonderful legacy to leave as future cancer patients will now have the opportunity to be home when they pass.

      Hope and prayers for healing as you go through this sorrowful time.

      Karen

      • July 19, 2012 at 10:17 pm
      KRob
      Participant

      Deepest of condolences to you, Maria, and all those whose lives were graced by your husband David.

      What a wonderful legacy to leave as future cancer patients will now have the opportunity to be home when they pass.

      Hope and prayers for healing as you go through this sorrowful time.

      Karen

      • July 19, 2012 at 10:17 pm
      KRob
      Participant

      Deepest of condolences to you, Maria, and all those whose lives were graced by your husband David.

      What a wonderful legacy to leave as future cancer patients will now have the opportunity to be home when they pass.

      Hope and prayers for healing as you go through this sorrowful time.

      Karen

      • July 19, 2012 at 10:38 pm
      s Mom
      Participant

      So sorry to hear this.  You and your family are in my prayers – that's all I can say.  

      Bridgette (Jeff's Mom)

      • July 19, 2012 at 10:38 pm
      s Mom
      Participant

      So sorry to hear this.  You and your family are in my prayers – that's all I can say.  

      Bridgette (Jeff's Mom)

      • July 19, 2012 at 10:38 pm
      s Mom
      Participant

      So sorry to hear this.  You and your family are in my prayers – that's all I can say.  

      Bridgette (Jeff's Mom)

      • July 22, 2012 at 3:40 am
      heg50heg
      Participant

      Dear Maria, I am so sorry to hear of your husband Daves passing. May he rest in peice after his long battle with melanoma and I and many others are certainly praying for you to get through this time also.

      • July 22, 2012 at 3:40 am
      heg50heg
      Participant

      Dear Maria, I am so sorry to hear of your husband Daves passing. May he rest in peice after his long battle with melanoma and I and many others are certainly praying for you to get through this time also.

      • July 22, 2012 at 3:40 am
      heg50heg
      Participant

      Dear Maria, I am so sorry to hear of your husband Daves passing. May he rest in peice after his long battle with melanoma and I and many others are certainly praying for you to get through this time also.

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