Hello all.
Today was a day to say good bye to Roxanne, my sister (in law). She was a fabulous lady who was well loved by all. You could tell by the numerous people who came to celebrate and support our families and the many comments you have sent.
Roxannes funeral service was beautiful. She is celebrating with Jesus. We were blessed with beautiful music by the Korte relatives. What amazing voices and talents they all possess. Father Dan and Father Abbot Peter delivered a beautiful Catholic service representing Roxanne and her love for Jesus. We were able to have a delicious lunch presented by the CWL ladies. Thanks to aunts and friends who brought dainties for the lunch. They were delicious.
Writing this blog was great for Roxanne, myself and all readers. It was a small thing that I could help Roxanne with in her fight against cancer. It helped us all to follow her journey and provide her with words of support. It was a great release for both of us.
Thanks to all for your support and words of encouragement. Keep posted for further blogs.
Cheryl
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Hello. We are in the process of funeral arrangements.
Prayers will be Monday April 9, 2007 at the Balgonie Roman Catholic Church at 7:30 pm.
The funeral will be Tues April 10, 2007 at the Balgonie Roman Catholic Church at 10:30 am.
Lunch will follow at the Balgonie Multiplex at Noon.
Everyone welcome. Lets gather to celebrate Roxanne's Life. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives.
Prayers will be Monday April 9, 2007 at the Balgonie Roman Catholic Church at 7:30 pm.
The funeral will be Tues April 10, 2007 at the Balgonie Roman Catholic Church at 10:30 am.
Lunch will follow at the Balgonie Multiplex at Noon.
Everyone welcome. Lets gather to celebrate Roxanne's Life. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives.
Tuesday, April 3, 2007
Hello everyone. Just a quick note.
Roxanne went to be with the Lord tonight around 9ish. She fought a hard battle but the cancer kept growing into her brain and pancreas. The family was able to be with her right to her last breath. We will let you know when the funneral will be.
Thanks to all of you.
Cheryl
Roxanne went to be with the Lord tonight around 9ish. She fought a hard battle but the cancer kept growing into her brain and pancreas. The family was able to be with her right to her last breath. We will let you know when the funneral will be.
Thanks to all of you.
Cheryl
Monday, April 2, 2007
Hello all. Today was a day of minimal change.
This morning I went in to visit early. Her brother, Ron was just getting ready to go and get some sleep. James and I read the blog comments. Then the music therapist came. She brought her guitar and sang her a few songs. She sang Angel by Sara Mccloglin (not spelt right) and a Song by ABBA. It was so nice and relaxing.
Her heart rate and blood pressure are stable. She is still on the 60% ventilator and 40% her own. She was retaining fluid in her hands and face but they were giving her something to fix that. Her blood level was stable today also which is good. She has a cool bed that inflates and deflates so she is continually moving and not getting bed sores. What a great invention.
Ron and Leanne Holloway, Aunty Eva were up also. Michel and Nicole brought us up supper (KFC). Thank you again. All the family was up today except for Roxannes mom and dad. They went home for a prayer night with the Muenster community. What an amazing event they have planned. It is never ending the things that people are doing to support us. We love you all, even though I may not know you. You all have a special place in our hearts.
Justin went to preschool today. The preschool parents have started a list for bringing suppers. It is wonderful to have such special people to provide such great support. James just came and took Justin home. Justin was crying because he wanted to go home with daddy to his own bed. So it will be really good for both of them. James is still making his lesson plans for school. Someone asked us why...James said we don't know why but we are not looking back. We can only look to the future and pray that Roxanne will build up her strength so we can golf or camp this summer....
No news right now is good news.
Thanks to everyone for everything you are doing.
Cheryl
This morning I went in to visit early. Her brother, Ron was just getting ready to go and get some sleep. James and I read the blog comments. Then the music therapist came. She brought her guitar and sang her a few songs. She sang Angel by Sara Mccloglin (not spelt right) and a Song by ABBA. It was so nice and relaxing.
Her heart rate and blood pressure are stable. She is still on the 60% ventilator and 40% her own. She was retaining fluid in her hands and face but they were giving her something to fix that. Her blood level was stable today also which is good. She has a cool bed that inflates and deflates so she is continually moving and not getting bed sores. What a great invention.
Ron and Leanne Holloway, Aunty Eva were up also. Michel and Nicole brought us up supper (KFC). Thank you again. All the family was up today except for Roxannes mom and dad. They went home for a prayer night with the Muenster community. What an amazing event they have planned. It is never ending the things that people are doing to support us. We love you all, even though I may not know you. You all have a special place in our hearts.
Justin went to preschool today. The preschool parents have started a list for bringing suppers. It is wonderful to have such special people to provide such great support. James just came and took Justin home. Justin was crying because he wanted to go home with daddy to his own bed. So it will be really good for both of them. James is still making his lesson plans for school. Someone asked us why...James said we don't know why but we are not looking back. We can only look to the future and pray that Roxanne will build up her strength so we can golf or camp this summer....
No news right now is good news.
Thanks to everyone for everything you are doing.
Cheryl
Sunday, April 1, 2007
Well another day has gone by and I can assure you that Roxanne is resting comfortably.
Things have little change from the last posting. She is using 60% ventilator and 40% her own breathing so it is fluctuating alittle. James and I were up there this morning with Roxanne. I read some of my Chocolate dipped Faith book with them. It was a book that we were to read together so now she gets to listen to me read it. It was such a wonderful time, if that makes any sense.
Melainie Morrow sent up lunch for us. Thank you Mel. Glen (James's little brother) and Mik are very grateful for all that you are doing and the support you are giving them and the rest of us.
James was able to go to Balgonie and do some work and planning that he felt he to needed to do. It is still part of the reality that he wants to do. I don't know alot of what went on this afternoon evening as I haven't talked to James yet. I took Justin and Kirsten (my daughter) to a birthday party for one of their preschool friends. They had so much fun. He has been hanging out here tonight playing with Dylan. Boys sutff.... He is staying here tonight and sleeping peacefully. Sandra from Muenster (a very good friend of the Strueby's) had supper provided for us. She has been an inspirational women with all of her comments that she has left. We appreciate all that you do. And I know Rose Marie values you greatly.
When I talk to James I will be able to give you more info maybe.
It has been great to have family around: Roxannes family and mine. Her brothers have been spending alot of time there with her and I know she is loving every minute with them.
This is a very difficult thing to come to reason with but we are still praying for a miracle. God can do miracles!!! Roxanne is a determined woman and a fighter....
Keep praying for that miracle. Thanks for all the comments and support. We all appreciate it.
I hope this isn't to mumbled jumbled. Talk to you all soon
Cheryl
Things have little change from the last posting. She is using 60% ventilator and 40% her own breathing so it is fluctuating alittle. James and I were up there this morning with Roxanne. I read some of my Chocolate dipped Faith book with them. It was a book that we were to read together so now she gets to listen to me read it. It was such a wonderful time, if that makes any sense.
Melainie Morrow sent up lunch for us. Thank you Mel. Glen (James's little brother) and Mik are very grateful for all that you are doing and the support you are giving them and the rest of us.
James was able to go to Balgonie and do some work and planning that he felt he to needed to do. It is still part of the reality that he wants to do. I don't know alot of what went on this afternoon evening as I haven't talked to James yet. I took Justin and Kirsten (my daughter) to a birthday party for one of their preschool friends. They had so much fun. He has been hanging out here tonight playing with Dylan. Boys sutff.... He is staying here tonight and sleeping peacefully. Sandra from Muenster (a very good friend of the Strueby's) had supper provided for us. She has been an inspirational women with all of her comments that she has left. We appreciate all that you do. And I know Rose Marie values you greatly.
When I talk to James I will be able to give you more info maybe.
It has been great to have family around: Roxannes family and mine. Her brothers have been spending alot of time there with her and I know she is loving every minute with them.
This is a very difficult thing to come to reason with but we are still praying for a miracle. God can do miracles!!! Roxanne is a determined woman and a fighter....
Keep praying for that miracle. Thanks for all the comments and support. We all appreciate it.
I hope this isn't to mumbled jumbled. Talk to you all soon
Cheryl
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