Sheila has earned her wings

[Jen]

My Mom passed away today. She lost the battle but won the war for her cancer is nevermore. Thanks for all the love and support you have given to her through the years. At this time I would ask for all of you to perform a random of kindness is honor of Sheila's kind and caring spirit.

Love,
Jennifer

[sarah]

Hello Jennifer,
I am so sorry to hear this news. Sheila was a special part of this site, she is greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
hugs and love
sarah

[BonnieR]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. What a wonderful way to remember, with an act of kindness.
Keep the faith.

[Ceesun]

Jen, My heartfelt sympathies to you and yours. May I say, no battle lost for Sheila....she IS a winner in every way....always. She is in God's hands now. Ceesun

[StephN]

Glad to hear our dear Sheila is no longer suffering. There is a giving tree in our local Towne Center, where I shall put gifts for the needy in Sheila's name.

Jen -
Now it comes time for you to rebuild your life without your mom's physical presence. Just always remember that her spirit is with you, and you will feel her soft touch on your shoulder from time to time. Be open to "loving presences" and they will reveal themselves.

[Vicky]

I'm profoundly sorry for your loss~ my deepest condolences to you and your family. Sheila was a beautiful warrior spirit whose insight and wisdom gave me such hope when I was first diagnosed. Prayers for comfort and peace as you mourn the loss of your beloved mom. Will most definitely do an act of kindness with your mom in mind!

[Kellennea]

Jen,
I am so sorry for your loss. I try and do acts of kindness every day, today it will be in your Mom's memory and I will say a prayer for her and also for you.

Kelly

[ammebarb]

You and your family are in my prayers, Jen. I am so very sorry for your loss .

Barb A.

[mmoons]

So, so, so sad...

Stay well, Jen.

Love,
Maureen

[KristinSchwick]

Jen, Sorry to hear about your Mom- she will be missed. Like StephN said, now is the time to try and learn what it is like to have a parent in spirit. My own Mom died 2 years ago this spring- and I've learned to share my life with her as best I can though I can't see or hear her words. She is always with you because you are a part of her. God bless,

[vballmom]

Jen, my heart breaks for you. I don't post much but read all the time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[chrisy]

Jen,
Steph as usual has said it all so well. Your mom had/has such a strong spirit and I will always hold her close in my heart. I also will be open to her loving touches.

Sheila, I promise to be kinder than necessary - not just today, but from here forward.

[MikeF]

So sorry to hear this, I can see her now skipping down streets of gold. I too can attest to the very real presence in my life of both my parents after their passing. Take care Jen you are never alone.

[Hopeful]

Jen,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thank you for being our link to Sheila when she could no longer keep in touch with us herself. You and your family are in my thoughts.

Hopeful

[Pray]

Gods Blessings to you Jen and your beautiful daughter Jasmine. May the peace of the Lord be with you always. Your mother will be missed so. Perpetual light will shine upon her always. If ever there is anything I can do please don't hesitate. You and your entire family are in my prayers. Peace. Your friend, Nancy

[rhondalea]

If my daughter loves and honors me even half as much as you have loved and honored your mother, Jen, it will be more than enough.

I am so glad she is out of pain now, but I will miss her voice here. From this day onward, when I'm given the opportunity to perform random acts of kindness, I will do them with Sheila in my heart and mind.

[Pamelamary]

Jennifer - very sad news, and my thoughts are with you and your family. I hope to honour your mother's brave spirit more than once in Melbourne.
Warm wishes..... Pam

[Mandamoo]

Jen I am so sorry to here of your loss and the loss to our community here.
Your Mum continues to inspire many of us and I too like Pam will be performing acts of kindness down here in Melbourne to honour her.
A xx

[AlaskaAngel]

Sheila, you held your arms around all of us with your wisdom, and you are deeply missed.

Thank you Jen for being our link to Sheila when she could no longer come here herself. May you find her again and again in spirit in the days to come.

A.A.

[Paty]

I am so sorry to hear this. Sheila is now a free being and in the presence of God. Jen, sending you hugs on this terrible physical detachment. Prayers are sending to you and your family in my behalf. Hugs.

With all my love,

Paty

[Barbara H.]

Hi Jen,
I will never forget your mother. My thoughts continue to be with you. You are a loving and kind daughter, and I know that her teachings, love and spirit will continue to be with you.
Barbara H.

[Jeanette]

Jen , your mother was a rock. She helped so many people on this site. She will be sorely miised. But know she will always be with you. Blessings to you and your famile, Jeanette

[Bunty]

Jen, my condolences to you and your family, and loved ones. Sheila blessed your lives, and this important website. Sheila inspired me with her wisdom, strength and goodwill. The world will be brimming with random acts of kindness today in honour of your Mum.
Marie

[ElaineM]

I am so sorry. I will miss Sheila.
A random act of kindness is a great way to honor her.
Take good care of yourself.

[chicagoetc]

Missing her but no doubt not as much as Jen and your family. But glad Sheila is free of the pain. She fought the good fight... Melanie

[Patb]

What a wonderful spirit she had. I will hold the family
and friends in my heart. You will be missed Shiela.
patb

[schoolteacher]

I will miss you, Shelia. Bless her family.
Amelia

[Redwolf8812]

So sorry to hear this. I know the many great memories you have of your mom will soon bring you much-needed comfort (I lost my mom in '96).

- Penny

[KDR]

I am so sorry to read of Sheila's physical death. But as we know, she will carry on in her new kingdom and will ALWAYS be with you, for love is eternal. Look for the little signs. She was a very brave and strong woman and will be dearly missed.

Karen

[Soccermom]

Jen, Im so sorry. Your Mom will always be remembered and loved here,

Marcia

[karen z]

Dear Jen,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I know you will feel your mom's presence in many ways and at many times. I will work on acts of random kindness in memory of your wonderful mom. Remember to take good care of yourself and family now. It is what your mom wants for you.
Love,
karen z

[europa]

I am so so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. I hope you and your siblings cope as well as you can with your loss. Know that she made a huge impact on many people, me included.

[Henny]

Jen,
I am so sorry for your loss. Sheila will be sorely missed by so, so many.
May her name be a blessing and her spirit be with you always

Henny

[NEDenise]

Jen,
I'm so very sorry for the pain you are feeling. I lost my mom a few years ago, and someone gave me a poem.

The idea was that a loved one leaving us, is like a boat sailing off into the horizon...

as the people on the side she's leaving catch their last glimpse of her and say sadly, "There she goes"...

the people on the other side of the horizon catch their first glimpse of her and shout, "Here she comes!"

I still get great comfort when I think of all the people who love my mom and were waiting for her on the other side. It helps me to know that when I cross over...she'll be waiting, and overjoyed to welcome me too.

You have rough days ahead, no doubt about it. But you have Sheila's genes...and more importantly, her spirit. You can do it. You'll go on, remembering your mom, loving her, and caring for those she loves...especially Jazzy and Sheila's beloved Jen.

Thank you so much for sharing Sheila's final days with us. I will miss her so much...but it would have been much harder if you hadn't helped us to ease into her transition. I appreciate your generous spirit.

All the best to you, and to your family
With love,
Denise

[Laurel]

This has been a heartbreaking year for us here on Her2Support. Your mother was a pillar of our online community and I for one will miss her wisdom and encouragement. She was a lovely person, funny and so honest. I hold a great deal of respect for her, Jen.

With pleasure I will seek an opportunity for a random act of kindness performed in your mother's memory. Blessings to you and your family.

Sheila, I will miss your wit and wisdom.

[LoisLane]

Dear Jen. Thinking of you and your family at this time. I thought your words that cancer is nevermore were wonderful. Your mom was such a special lady, as Laurel said a pillar of the Her2 community, so very welcoming and compassionate to all of us who logged in in desperate need of guidance and encouraging words. I feel as though you mom is standing holding the hands of the women that have just gone on before her. They are all our special guides and angels. Lois

[adelay]

Many prayers heading your way today and the days ahead. May God grant you peace and know that your mom will be greatly missed by all of us on this site, she was a true blessing to many of us. All my love~

[JennyB]

Jen,
Your Mum has given so much to us all here. I often quote her to friends - be kinder than necessary - it is just one of her invaluable lessons.
Gentle love to you, Jasmine, family and friends and of course rest well Sheila you are missed.
Love
Jenny

[Jackie07]

Angels are carrying her away... http://video.search.yahoo.com/video/play?p=no+more+tears+no+more+pain+never+crying+aga in&tnr=21&vid=21D5447C9F310370025F21D5447C9F310370025F&turl=http%3A%2F%2Fts1.mm.bing.net%2Fth%3Fid%3DU.45 83985078534240%26pid%3D15.1&rurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bing.com%2Fvideos%2Fwatch%2F %3Fq%3Dno%2Bmore%2Btears%2Bno%2Bmore%2Bpain%2Bneve r%2Bcrying%2Bagain%26vid%3D21D5447C9F310370025F21D 5447C9F310370025F%26docid%3D4583985078534240&sigr=14lgnprbm&newfp=1&tit=No+More+Night+%7E+No+more+pain%2C+No+more+tear s%2C+never+cry+again+%7E+Lyrics&back=http%3A%2F%2Fsearch.yahoo.com%2Fsearch%3Fei%3 DUTF-8%26p%3Dno%2Bmore%2Btears%2Bno%2Bmore%2Bpain%2Bnev er%2Bcrying%2Bagain&sigb=12nlltv3g

[Mary Jo]

Sincere, heartfelt condolences to you Jen and your family. Your hearts are breaking, as are ours. Sheila, is now free of pain and suffering. For eternity. She is reunited with her God and all that have gone before her. For her, I am happy.

Jen, thank you so much for sharing her last weeks with us. You, sweet girl, take after your mom. You share the same kind spirit that your mom carried.

God Bless you all with His precious peace and love.

Mary Jo

[Mary Anne in TX]

Bless you Jen. Whatever blessing you need day to day, may you receive it. Thank you for sharing with us the past few weeks. Sheila will always be loved and missed.

[DanaRT]

Jen, Carry with you the love and wonderfulness your mother gave you. I was privileged to spend a weekend with your mother in 2009(?) at Breastfest. My gosh, I so respected her knowledge and compassion of Her2. At that time, I was convinced I needed to be in a Neratnib trial. Sheila was a wealth of information including the correct pronunciation(!)...we laughed at the way I said the word. Gone too soon, tremendously honored to have known such a wonderful woman. Glad her fight is over, extremely sad that you've lost your momma. I truly repsected her. xo

[lexigirl]

Dear Jen,

Please accept my sincere condolences. I am very sorry for you and your family's loss of a wonderful mother.

Sincerely,
Lexi

[evergreen]

How brave your mother was. And such a role model.
She raised a faithful and loving daughter.
My greatest sympathy....

[JillaryJill]

Rest in Peace Dear Sheila. May God hold you in his arms and welcome you to the paradise of eternal life in Heaven. Love and prayers for Jen....your mother lives on through you.

[Cathya]

Jen;

I am so sorry to hear that you have lost your beloved mother. Sheila was a valued and wonderful gift to all of us and will be dearly missed....but not more than by her family so be assured that we will honour and remember her and think of those she left behind into the future. God bless.

Cathy

[mamacze]

Awwww, Jen; I am just heartbroken to hear that your loving kind hearted mom; faithful councilor to many many of us has passed on. May your family be blessed with her lingering love for you and Jazzy. May her kindness continue to pass forward through our members around the world. May she rest; pain free and joy filled while she watches you, Jazzy and your family with love and that twinkle in her eye. Having Sheila on earth was a blessing for all who touched her. God Bless you Jen and may you feel again the joy of your precious mom's everlasting love.
Love and hugs and love and hugs, Kim from CT

[Mtngrl]

Dear Jen,

I'm so sorry. I wish with all my heart you could have been spared the pain of this loss.

Thank you for keeping our community informed and sharing this time with us. Thank you, also, for trusting us with your feelings and reaching out. I hope we were able to help you.

My mom died a long time ago. I still feel her presence sometimes, though. I know she's helping me as much as she can. I see her in my children.

Sheila's strength, compassion, wisdom, and kindness will live on. She was such a good friend to so many of us.

I like the random act of kindness idea. I agree that the best way to honor Sheila's memory is to make a practice of being kinder than necessary. Everyone is, indeed, fighting some kind of battle.

I hope you will remember that we love you too and will help you any way that we can.

Stay in the light,
Amy

[bejuce]

I am so heartbroken to hear this. Sheila was one of the first ones to help me on this site and I'll never forget her loving smile. My prayers and thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.

[SoCalGal]

Dear Jen,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was an inspiration - I always looked up to her in her grace and steady attitude in fighting this disease. May her memory comfort you and your family.

[michka]

Dear Jen, your Mom will be in my heart for ever. I am just one of the numerous persons she helped with her strength and kindness. Take care of yourself and of your family. Oh we will miss her so much! Michka

[Ellie F]

Oh Jen, so very sad to hear this news.your mum was a wonderful generous kind hearted person who helped so many to hang onto hope in times of desperation. I feel your loss and the pain it brings and hope that time will ease your grief a little. Your mum was so proud to have a daughter like you that I know she will be looking down on you with love everyday.
Hugs
Ellie

[tricia keegan]

My sincere sympathy to you Jen and to all your family at this very sad time, Sheila will be so badly missed here by all of us. xx

[chrisy]

I received a message this morning I wanted to share with you.

Like Sheila did, I have been getting up and leaving in the predawn hours for the 75 mile drive for chemo (mine is at UCSF) for years.

This morning on my way out I walked into the driveway to get the paper. It was cold and clear and of course very dark. I couldn't pick up the paper because, when I looked down, I saw that I was standing on it! When I finally figured out how to get my foot off the newspaper (ok, I don't drink coffee before the 1 1/2 hour drive). I grabbed it and stood up to see the brightest shooting star I had ever seen. Usually I wonder if I had imagined seeing it...but not this time. It soared brightly and almost purposefully for what seemed like several seconds and covered at least four inches of looking-at-the-sky distance. Doesn't sound like much when I say it like that, but it was a long way.

My mouth dropped open and I actually gasped when I saw it. Then unbidden, two words burst from my mouth all alone out in the driveway: THANKYOU. and SHEILA.

Here in the infusion room 5 hours later it sounds sort of WOO WOO and a bit Santa Cruz-y. But that's exactly what happened.

I love Sheila like a sister and will miss her dearly...but now I will always think of her soaring across the early morning sky. And somehow tricking me into stepping on the newspaper so I would look up at just the right moment to see it.

[karen z]

Thank you Chrisy for telling us this. Sheila was/is spectacular and powerful.

[Jen]

Sheila's husband my brother, sister and I met at the funeral home to go over final arrangements I asked if Mom had been creamated yet and they said "No she is downstairs" I asked if I could see her one last time they said yes so I got to kiss her one last time and touch her face and tell her how much she is loved and will be missed. She looked like she was sleeping and at peace.

[Paty]

She is sleeping and at peace my dear Jen, be sure of that.

[Adriana Mangus]

Dear Jen,

I'm sorry for your loss.

Your Mom was a very special lady, she meant a lot to me and to a lot of women on this site. She will forever be remembered and never forgotten.

I'll be more than happy to provide a gift in your Mom's name.

Love,

Adriana

[Adriana Mangus]

Dear Jen,

What a beautiful way to say goodbye to your Mom,
her spirit however remains on Earth.

Think of the happy moments you two spend together, what food she loved the most, movies, music, etc. Talking about our loved ones likes and dislikes its a beautiful way to keep their presence in our lives and it sure brings comfort to our heart.

Hugs,

Adriana

[sassy]

Sheila was a warm and loving spirit that will continue to be so as she moves on to the joys of heaven.

She will be greatly missed.

[mamacze]

Chrisy - that was not Woo Woo; that was Sheila - and all of our other shining stars...how lucky for you that you witnessed their arms wide open.
xoxo
Kim from CT

[Jen]

http://www.ottawafuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/ottawa0/obit.cgi?user=841667Rawlins Here is her Obituary on the funeral homes website.

Ottawa Funeral Home
1111 Lasalle Street
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 433-0300
http://www.ottawafuneralhome.com/?page=directions

[Jen]

If you need any additional information my phone # is 815-250-3136 or PM me on here.

Sincerely,
Jennifer Evans

[Yorkiegirl]

Jen I am so very sorry for your loss of your Mom. Sending out many prayers for you and family during this most difficult time.

[chicagoetc]

Just wondering. Besides hopefully Donna and myself, are there other Her2support folk who are close enough to be there Sunday and/or Monday? Melanie

[caya]

Jen I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget your mother, she was a pillar of strength and grace here.

May her memory be a blessing to you and your family.

all the best
caya

[radiant]

What a great request to ask us to do in your mom's honor. No Problem. Hugs,

Kim

[Paula O]

I'm so sorry.

(((Hugs))),

Paula

[Marlys]

Jen, I am so sorry to hear about Sheila. My mother died on December 10,1947. I was 9 years old. I have so often wished I could have known her as an adult. I want you to remember the wonderful opportunity you have had in having this beautiful woman for a mother. We were both nurses and I have always felt especially close to her. I will miss her wisdom and loving demeanor forever. I want you to know that a memorial page will not make her loved and remembered more.
Love & Hugs,
Marlys

[Shobha]

Jen, so sorry for your loss. Sheila was full of grace and incredible fighting spirit - I will also remember her forever.

hugs,
shobha

[Joan M]

To my warrior sister Sheila, RIP. Your perseverance and spirit are an example to all of us and gives me strength. Missed you this year at SABCS.

Joan

[Bill]

I'm so sorry to hear this. Sheila was truly one of a kind. I remember how excited she was back when I was perfecting my cupcake bush. Jen, you and the rest of your family are in my prayers.

[Becky]

I have just returned from a business trip and came on only to find out this news. I knew it was coming but my heart is broken, broken in two.

Sheila was on this board before me and I joined in 2004. Sheila and I were roommates at SABCS many, many times. I got to know her very well in our travels and I truly love her as a sister. She was there for everybody on this board and I know she worried and cared for us more than herself but not more than her family. She was truly an amazing woman. I have not stopped crying for the last hour since I read that Sheila passed on and that she has been gone for two days and I didn't even know.

I have dreaded this day for your family and for us because Sheila was so incredible. She taught me to never give up and that something wonderful could be just around the corner if you would only look. I was so fortunate to have met Sheila and was able to really know her year after year. You were lucky to always have her and we (and I) were lucky to have her alittle bit.

I will never forget Sheila. Her spirit and tenacity. She never gave up and made everyone feel they could do anything. I loved her so much.

[Gaver]

I am so sorry for your loss,Jen...so sorry...just remember she will always be with you...ALWAYS....May God help you and your family through this terrible time....Your mom will be at peace now....

[MJo]

Sheila was a a very fine woman. She was loving and encouraging when I was crazy and miserable from treatment. I will join my sisters on this board in doing random acts of kindness in her honor.

I love what people have said about parent in spirit. My father passed in 2002 and I am certain that his spirit stuck around for a while to make sure we were ok.

[caroline96]

Sheila was always strong in spirit. She was also caring and supportive of everyone here. I am sure even in heaven, she will always be Sheila that we all knew and watch over us.

I will certainly do random acts of kindness in her honor.

[KsGal]

Many prayers to you and your family for peace and strength during this difficult time. Chrisy, I loved your story about the shooting star, and what a wonderful gift that was.

[jml]

Dearest Jen~
I have no words to begin to express my sadness at the loss of your beautiful Mom and the heartbreak I know your family is enduring right now.
So instead I'll share with you beautiful words that I clung to when I lost my dad in April, and bring tears to my eyes and a smile to lips whenever I read them again.

"A luminous light remains, Where a beautiful soul has passed."
Antoine Boveau

"Death is nothing at all..."
Henry Scott Holland
http://www.wowzone.com/death.htm

God bless you Shiela and may comfort come quickly to the hearts of your family, friends and all who love you so dearly, including your sisters here.

Jessica

Dx-5/17/02 - 33 yo; Stage IV - L IDC w/single liver met
1) Herceptin + Navelbine x 8 weeks - No response; progress to innumerable,immeasureable liver mets
2) ISIS 2504 + Herceptin - 6 mos, partial response
3) Taxol + Herceptin x 13 weeks to NED!
NED for 1 year
9/04 - Single liver lesion recurrence
Taxol + Herceptin - on/off to beat back lesion
12/05 - R Hepatectomy; Liver NED until 2009
3/06- Local recurrence - Left breast, IDC & DCIS, but holding treatment while continue to heal from Hepatectomy.
12/06 - L mastectomy + reconstruction through 8/07
10/07 - Recurrence - supraclav nodes
4) Gemzar + Herceptin - on/off controlling nodes thru
9/08 - 7wks Rads to supraclav nodes
10/08 - Acute Renal Failure - nodes in belly stricturing kidneys. placed permanent ureteral stents
Back on Gemzar + Herceptin, but no longer responding.
5) 05/09 - Tykerb + Xeloda - partial response x 5 mos
6) 10/09 - Xeloda + Herceptin - no response, disease progresses
7) 2/10- Ixempra + Herceptin - partial response x 12 wks.
Discovered single brain lesion x 4mm & liver lesions growing while screening for TDM1 + PI3Kinase study.
6/10 - Novalis to treat brain met - SUCCESSFUL!
8) 6/10 - Chemo-embo w/Adriamyacin to de-bulk liver lesion.
9) 8/10 - Screened & Started TDM1 EAP
Immediate response, disease in belly responds dramatically.
2/11- questionable progression of lung nodules
Discontinue TDM1
10) 3/11 - PI3Kinase + Herceptin - intial good response in 1st 6 weeks but LFT's elevated.
11) 7/11-Discontinue PI3Kinase + Herceptin study;
Disease progression - 2 small lesions in colon – docs have never seen this before in BC
11) 8/11 –Start new combo Halaven+Herceptin
10/14/11 -Completed 3 cycles (9 wks)Halaven+Herceptin...
10/18/11 - Scanxiety time -1st scans since starting this regimen
Good interval response, continue on H+H!
10/25/11 – new 2mm questionable spot in brain? Due to Novalis or new disease?
Re-scan in 8 weeks.
1/3/12- Disease progression; 50%increase size & SUV-R lung, middle lobe 6cm lesion.
R supraclav node multiple, miscellaneous nodes in belly. Colon lesions fired up.
12)Herceptin+ metronomic Cytoxan + Methotrexate.
…on a hope & a prayer. Only chemo I haven’t been on is Taxotere.
Hurry up Pertuzumab & TDM1!
Follow Up Brain Scan on 1/18/12…pleasepleaseplease be okay. I can’t take much more.
1/18/2012- 8 new spots in 8 weeks since last Brain MRI
one 2cm spot in brain stem, one 2cm spot in R temporal lobe.
No symptoms, THANK GOD!
1/25/12 – Start WBR x 15 rounds
2/10/12 – Oral Cytoxan WORKING! Melted supraclav node & undetectable by US!
2/14/12 – FINISH 15 rounds WBR;)
6/12/12- Continuing on oral Methotrexate BID & Cytoxan qpm, but on chemo break
for 3rd week due to low counts.
6/15/12 – Yay! Resume chemoJ
6/25/12 – Chemo break again due to low counts L
6/28/12 – PET Scan & Brain MRI this week…
NED IS BACK!!! NED in the HEAD, NED in the BODY!
10/26/12 – Still NED in the HEAD, but single troublesome node in chest, precariously close
to superior vena cava/heart. Not a perfect scan, but pretty darn good.
Maintain current treatment and
Echocardiogram on 11/1 to keep an eye on node.
11/1/12 –echo shows normal cardiac function J & node non-threating,
but experiencing symptoms of Superior Vena Cava Syndrome (obstruction/compression)
12/3 - hold cytoxan & methotrexate bc counts too low.
12/13-moved up PET scan due to increased SVC symptoms
12/14 –No more NEDL node progression causing increased SVC symptoms
12/17 – repeat echo & new chest mri for closer look…
Sad, scared, heartbroken

[Pray]

Melanie, I had the honor and the pleasure of meeting Shiela's family today at the funeral home. Jennifer's heart is obviously broken as is the rest of her family. Shiela is so loved! What a wonderful large family she has. What good people they are. She had such a full and beautiful life. I will be thinking and praying for Shiela, her daughter Jennifer and all of her loving family as she is taken to her final resting place this morning. Gods blessings to the whole family this day. May the peace of the Lord be with them always. Your friend, Nancy

[chicagoetc]

Nancy, Thanks and glad you were able to go yesterday for the visitation and prayers. My apologies for not getting back to you earlier. Donna and I plan to be there this morning. I don't know that/if anyone else from HER2support can go (almost everyone being a very long distance from Morris/IL). But we can hopefully represent in small part how important she has been here and to so many others. Peace, Melanie

[chicagoetc]

Everyone here should know that the priest in the funeral/memorial mass mentioned this group as a major place where Sheila had positive input. And I am told we (you) are family. Nancy was there Sunday for visitation (I think a 6 hour trip) and Donna and I today for the mass and the meal afterwards. Those of Sheila's family we talked to knew of this group. So please know you are cherished (considered as family) ...and that her contribution to us is understood. Melanie

[Jen]

Thank you Nancy, Melanie and Donna for your presence while we mourned Sheila's passing/celebrated her life. I was truly humbled and honored to meet you special gals. Myself and the rest of the family appreciated you sharing what Mom meant to you and how she touched your lives. Mom wanted to be remembered for how much she helped others even through this terrible disease.

[Ellie F]

Your mum has certainly got her wish. There are just so many that she has helped all over the world. What a legacy to leave.
Ellie

[Jen]

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[Jen]

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[Jen]

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[Jen]

At the cemetary Sheila wanted this song played. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_DKWlrA24k

[Joanna J]

Jen,So Sorry to hear of your mothers' passing...She inspired a lot of people on this site,(Me Especially) I always read her posts,she was a Great Warrior....I have No Doubts,that she will Inspire in Heaven.....Let Peace Be With You....She would want that,Hugs & Prayers,Joanna J

[StephN]

Dear Jen -
Thanks so much for sharing those photos. I also took a few moments to listen that that AWESOME video.
Seeing the urn drove home the realization to me that Sheila will only be here in spirit. I will miss you so much, dear friend.

[Jen]

Steph I know Mom touch the lives and became "family" to countless on this site from all over the world who could not be there so I figured taking these pictures and sharing them with her Her2 family would be welcomed. Sheila loved you guys as much as you loved her.

[caya]

Jen, Thanks for posting these pictures and the Somewhere Over the Rainbow video - I know your mother is def. over the rainbow now, at peace, no longer suffering.

all the best
caya

[Pray]

Dear Jennifer, You are such a wonderful, kind, generous loving women. Thank you for being our friend also. You are so appreciated. Your friend, Nancy

[Jen]

Thanks Nancy. All of you gals are really special not only to my Mom but to me and all of Sheila's family. It has been an honor to share my Mom with you.

[lkc Gumby]

Hi Jen, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a formidable person in very good way. I believe she is in a better place and free from pain. She will be missed and absolutely remembered.

[greenacres]

I just saw this today. I am so sorry, I am so saddened by this news. May she RIP. Always remembered, never forgotten. Sandra

[MCS]

I was checking the board as I always do when there's doubt or ignorance on my part on a subject matter

And I see this message. My heart just shrunk and sadness in my head and tears in my eyes

Your mom had always a positive attitude even it was bad news. She answered a couple of my threads

I miss her . I offer my condolescens to all of you. She was a fighter, should be proud of that.

Pardon me but damn i hate this decease!


Love to you. Peace in 2013 as you recover from lour loss

Maria del Carmen
(MCS)

[tricia keegan]

Jenn I'm late coming in here but thank you for posting the pics, it was sad but also helped me get some closure, I was so fond of your Mom and think she felt the same and we chatted often about my life here in Ireland. xx I'll miss her too!

[Joanne S]

Jen, you have my heartfelt sympathy. I know this journey was difficult for you, but hold all your fond memories close to your heart and cherish them forever. Sheila was very special to all of us too. Her previous signature had an expression about dancing (I don't know why it just escaped my mind just now). I know she is not suffering and is dancing in peaceful paradise somewhere over the rainbow. I pray for her soul and her memory. And acts of Kindness in Sheila's Honor will be done---what a wonderful idea. Bless you Jen. Hugs, Joanne S

[rinaina]

Jen, let me first extend my condolences to you and the entire family and say how sorry I am for your loss. I will never forget how kind, thoughtful and caring your mother was. She was one of the first to reach out to me when I first joined the amazing Her2 Support Forum. We lunched together and shared our stories both about cancer as well as about our families. As you know helping others and family were most important to her and no matter what she was dealing with, she always had the time to help others. Sheila was a true inspiration to all and while she will be missed terribly, I am happy she is at peace and not suffering. I am sure she has joined the other Her2 angels and will be watching over all. So sorry this is so delayed, I don't check in as regularly as I should, but I did notice the silence that existed from your mom.