Sunday, December 20, 2009

Barb Passes Away

Barb's 8 month battle with Leukemia is over. She passed away this morning. Her sister Pat and I were with her at the end by her side. Her strength, attitude and strong-will to live helped her through long intensive Chemo treatments often offered only to younger people. She wanted so much to remain part of our grandchildren's lives as well as her family and friends that she was willing to do whatever she could do ... no matter how difficult.While there were times when she felt cheated, the outpouring of support from so many friends and relatives worldwide helped her stay positive and hopeful. Also, as much as we both wanted our life together to continue - we felt fortunate to have had such a wonderful life.

This is the saddest day of my life. Barb was not just a good wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many - she was my best friend. It breaks my heart that she had to go through this experience.

We will arrange a private cremation with just our immediate family this week. Within approximately 3 weeks, we will have a memorial service for Barb. We will let you know the details.

Please do not send flowers. Barb prefers that people donate to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, instead of sending flowers. Tomorrow, I will post donation information on the blog, if you are interested in donating in the way that she requested.

THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!

LOVE, DARRELL
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6 comments:

  1. maryDecember 20, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    Thank you Darrell, Jeanine, David and family for letting me say my final goodbye to my dearest friend.....she will be in my heart forever.
    Love,
    mg
    Please accept with deepest sympathy my heartfelt thought that there is hope in each new tomorrow.
    Ken

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  2. pamDecember 20, 2009 at 4:43 PM

    Dear Darrell and Pat and family ~~ My heart goes out to you all. I am so sorry for your sadness and great loss. Thank you for being right next to Barb and giving her all the love you could to ease her through her passing. You were wonderful. Love, Pam

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  3. Gary & Faye BurkeDecember 20, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    Goodbye dear friend. Faye

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  4. AnonymousDecember 20, 2009 at 9:13 PM

    Dearest Darrell and Family, I am so sad for your loss. Barb truely was a wonderful person!! Thank you so much Darrell for posting this blog, and most importantly--thank you for being such a good husband to Barb. I know how difficult this has all been for you!! I will continue to pray for you and your family. Love, Dianne xoxo

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  5. KristinDecember 21, 2009 at 1:58 AM

    So sorry for your loss...praying for your family!

    God Only Takes The Best

    God saw she was getting tired
    and a cure was not to be
    so God wrapped his arms around her
    and whispered, "Come with me!"

    With tear-filled eyes you watched
    her slip away
    Although you loved her deeply
    you could not maker her stay

    A golden heart stopped beating
    Hard working hands put to rest
    God broke our hearts to prove to us
    God only takes the BEST!

    Hugs to all,

    Kristin

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  6. chuckDecember 21, 2009 at 8:05 PM

    Darrell and Family, We are so very saddened by the news and our hearts go out to you, David, Jeanine, the entire family and all of Barb's great friends. Barb's passing is a tremendous loss but her life was an even greater gift. We are thankful to Barb forever and thankful to you for sharing and preparing us for this final moment. You have shown great compassion, courage and love, thank you. Love and prayers, Cindy and Chuck

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