nogohawk Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 (edited) Not usually the type to bring up personal issues at the nogo family ... but it's been a rough few weeks. Last Friday we found out my MIL has cancer - mainly liver, pancreas, gall bladder, and a few other organs. They are giving her only a few more weeks with us, but it could be days. They told us her liver should not be functioning given the tumors they are seeing, but once it shuts down it will end quickly. She is beyond surgery or chemo, the most they can do is keep her comfortable. We are working with the Hospice folks and personal nursing asst. to get her set up at home. We hope to get her there later this week. About a month ago, my Dad was diagnosed with colon cancer - they removed a mass but were not able to get it all. They immediately started his chemo treatments and it almost killed him. We had him back in the hospital for a week and now he is back home. His strength is returning and so are his spirits. They just started his chemo back up at a reduced level and he seems to be holding his own. Needless to say, stress levels are running high. Any good vibes or prayers from my Huddle brethren would be appreciated. ETA - Pat's Mom passed away quietly on Sunday (6/28) morning with her family around her at home. We were able to bring her home from the hospital on Wed. with the assistance of Visiting Nurses & Hospice care. All of us had been at a graduation party on Sat. for our neice & nephew at her sisters. She had met with the Hospice nurse earlier in the day and they noticed she had started her "transition". When Pat had stopped back around 8 PM to administer her medication, she had slipped farther. By 10 PM calls went out to the family and by 2 AM she was gone. It was a blessing she went quickly and peacefully - all of the family had spent time with her in the days before when she was still conscious & alert. And they all were there with her in the end. A great big thanks to my Huddle family for your thoughts and prayers - it meant a lot to us! Doug / nogo Edited June 29, 2009 by nogohawk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T_bone65 Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Stay strong Nogo, prayers headed your way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skylive5 Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Very sorry to hear. Prayers being sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeR Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Sorry to hear this - my best to you and yours. fn big C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Prayers to you and yours Nogo. We are here for you if you need anything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Very sad news. I'll be praying for both of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peepinmofo Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Good vibes from the peepin family... Life can be really tough at times, but it always seems to have a way of working itself out in the end. Keep your head up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irish Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Geez Nogo, I wish you and your family the best. Hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 I keep you and your family in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Agent Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Prayers sent. Been through the Hospice thing with my aunt. Hospice is amazing. No way I could do that job. They are some of the finest people I've ever met. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brentastic Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Good vibes sent Nogo - I wish you and your family the best during this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 I will be remembering your Father and your MIL in my prayers (along with the rest of your family). Really sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Country Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Having just lost my wife's stepfather to pancreatic cancer that had spread to the liver and lungs, I can sympathize. Thoughts for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 You and your family will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Dick Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Damn nogo. So sorry to hear. Prayers to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 nogo, i'm so sorry. my best to your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Hang in there, all my best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
major-tom Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Thoughts and prayers for you and your family nogo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheikYerbuti Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 I hate cancer more than anything on earth. Wishing you and your family strength, peace and comfort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo mama Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Very sorry to hear that, Nogo. Stay strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polksalet Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Sorry man, you are all in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H8tank Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 Good luck be strong my friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrograde assault Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 sent yep, me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 (edited) Just saw this. That's a big burden to bear Nogo. Hoping for all the best for your mother in law and your father. Edited June 25, 2009 by Puddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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