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sharon_teammarian wrote:I am amazed at how peaceful mom seems given everything that is going on. It seems strange to say that she seem peaceful given that it was a pretty intense day but truly she does seem to be quite serene.
This part resonates with me also. My dad was very peaceful and in fact, knew when he was slipping in to the final comatose stage and asked for my daughter. I think there is a peace knowing the end is almost here. I found out after my dad died that he told one of his friends that he didn’t might dying, he just didn’t like the wait. I was so thankful that we had spent as much time as possible making memories and living instead of waiting for death. And I know that wherever he is now, he is enjoying it.
I have been keeping up with Brian’sWife through their blog. From the notes others have posted, it appears Brian has passed. I didn’t want to post this in the remembrances section because I wanted to leave that for her.
I thought these might be of interest. It’s so sad that we seldom know each other beyond our CC connection. What a loss this is for the Houston performing arts.
http://blogs.chron.com/artsinhouston/2009/12/robert_bridges_1957_2009.html
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/jsonline/obituary-print.aspx?n=robert-stanley-bridges&pid=137633526
http://www.rbpmusic.com/bio.htm
RIP Rob. He was always so helpful to me, offering suggestions based on his experiences. I am sorry to hear of the loss.
Jan
Tom–
Charlotte poster here! My Dad met with Dr. Iannitti. i was impressed, ultimately my father chose not to pursue treatment, but I felt like if it could be operated on, they would do it.
Hi BriansWife,
I would like to echo Ashley’s comment about Dr Kennedy in Raleigh. My dad was not treated there, but I was very impressed with his nurse Mary England. They have their act together.
Also, let me recommend Dr David Iannitti at CMC in Charlotte. If you do a search of his last name, you should find an article that I linked earlier. He is a surgeon, but their practice is BCBS designated “rare and complex cancer” center.
http://www.carolinasmedicalcenter.org/body.cfm?ID=1615
Hi Carol,
Yes, Karen was his nurse. She came to the funeral also. I think she was surprised with Dad’s sudden turn and didn’t expect him to go so quickly. I still consider that aspect a blessing. Karen is a nice lady and I appreciated her sharing her stories of losing her own father (maybe mother, but I recall the humor of the story nontheless).
I did not attend the Hospice service. I continue to be amazed by the breadth of their services.
My Mom mentioned the Vogler’s service too. I guess I am like my Dad on those things. I am sure he would have said, “Who wants to celebrate Christmas a a funeral home?!” LOL
I may make it to the Lovefeast at Olivet. If I do should I look for you?
Jan
I am sorry for your loss. I hope you can find comfort in knowing he is pain free now.
I heard a remarkable story last night. A new friend had lost her best friend to cancer 7 years ago. When the final news from the doctor was delivered, she promised her friend she would remain by her side until the end. The friend’s children stayed at her house with her husband while she and the friend’s husband were at her bedside– for 4 months! At the moment of her passing, her friend opened her eyes, looked at her and said “It’s so beautiful!”
I hope you can find comfort as I did that wherever they are, it is a beautiful place!
Hi Gavin,
So sorry to hear this time has come. I spent these hours very anxious, just waiting for peace. It will come.
Take care of yourself through this,
Jan
Hi, NC here too. Let me reiterate what Pam said: Your oncologist should know how to get this approved. If he does not get it approved, do not hesitate to change to a doctor who will. I know a practice in Charlotte that is a BCBS designated rare and complex cancer center. In a nutshell, BCBS ultimately has to approve almost anything they ask in the treatment of CC.
