Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Oh my God, Tina, we are so very sorry!!! You have been BILL'S angel!! Bobby & Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Tina, You both fought a hard and courageous battle. Now he can be at peace. You are a shining example of unconditinal love and support. I will keep you and Bill's family in my prayers. in Seattle > > It is with great sadness that I write this message. Bill passed away > yesterday morning at Mt. Sinai Hospital. He was a true fighter and > inspiration to all of us. I am going to miss him terribly but know > that he is my angel. We all fought hard through this long, difficult > battle but Bill fought the hardest. Please keep us all in your > prayers as we go through this very difficult time. I am attaching the > link to his obituary from Newsday.com. > > http://www.legacy.com/Newsday/DeathNotices.asp? > Page=Lifestory & PersonId=16399844 > > Thank you all for your prayers, love, and support throughout the years, > Tina > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Tina, I am so truly sad for you. You and the rest of his family are in my prayers. Give Life! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Both Bill and my wife Lori developed ascites at about the same time, in December 2004. Tina and I have shared a lot of backchannel emails since that time dealing with Bill's struggles and Lori's surgeries and recoveries. I always felt that Bill was lucky to have Tina in his life, and his life was enriched by knowing her. The care and support and dedication that Tina showed to Bill has been an inspiration. I'll continue to pray for Bill's family, that they find spiritual and emotional healing in the days ahead. I'll also pray for Tina, that she'll recognize how she has enriched not just Bill's life but mine as well. Tina is one of the true heroes in this group. McInerney Naperville, IL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Tina, I am very very sorry. Rita Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 I just read of Bill's death while at work and it has really shaken me. I am in tears just hearing this. I only know of Bill through this site and recently realized from a posting from Tina that he was less than 30 years old. He has been through a lot recently with all the infections and I wanted so badly for him to get well. I kept thinking, since they are infections and I think the surgery went OK, he'll be fine soon. Two young losses so close together. 2 and now Bill. I learn so much from this site and what to ask doctors, etc but on the negative side, I am getting really down with so much bad news and everything affects me so personally even though I personally do not know anybody. Rita Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Dear Tina, As my tears flow for your loss, I am at a loss for words. You have been so strong and supportive through all of this with Bill and his family and an inspiration to us all. I have always hoped and prayed that my son one day finds someone as loving and caring as you. Know that you will be in our prayers. Joanne (mom of Todd) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Joanne, Amen to that. Tina has really been a big inspiration and has been through a lot with all that was happening. I can't begin to imagine what she must be going through. We can only pray that she finds the strength to go on and also pray for Bill's family who have lost a young son. Rita Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Tina,My heart goes out to you. There is a ripple of sadness going through our group today. I want you to know that my brother in law is a NY fireman and he will be walking one of our "Virtual Walk" tee shirts through some firehouses. I sent him Bill's obituary so that his co -workers could sign in Bill's memory.Please know that we all care about you and admire the way you stayed by Bill through everything,God Bless you.Lee It is with great sadness that I write this message. Bill passed away yesterday morning at Mt. Sinai Hospital. He was a true fighter and inspiration to all of us. I am going to miss him terribly but know that he is my angel. We all fought hard through this long, difficult battle but Bill fought the hardest. Please keep us all in your prayers as we go through this very difficult time. I am attaching the link to his obituary from Newsday.com. http://www.legacy.com/Newsday/DeathNotices.asp? Page=Lifestory & PersonId=16399844 Thank you all for your prayers, love, and support throughout the years, Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Bill and all It comes as a shock and such loss. His humor, wise words and doing whatever it takes was just amazing to me. He is going to be missed. This disease sucks. Best jd, 45 UC 1973, Jpouch 2000, Chronic Pouchitis 2001, PSC 2004, Stage 3 Southern, IL krmpotich@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Tina: said it so well. I can not make the words come to say it any better of how I feel. Remember that we all care about you and recognize the angel that you are.deeI always felt that Bill was lucky to have Tina in his life, and hislife was enriched by knowing her. The care and support and dedicationthat Tina showed to Bill has been an inspiration. I'll continue topray for Bill's family, that they find spiritual and emotional healingin the days ahead. I'll also pray for Tina, that she'll recognize howshe has enriched not just Bill's life but mine as well. Tina is one ofthe true heroes in this group. McInerneyNaperville, ILDee Vinovich, GRIYour Realtor for LifeTraders Realty Corp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Oh dear Tina, I am so sorry to hear of your news. Our hearts go out to you and Bill's family. You have stayed so so strong through all of this... I hope the memories you have will over time, help ease the anguish you feel. Fondly, Kate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Dear Tina, my heart and soul goes out for you and Bill's family, when I read your e-mail. I am so sorry for your loss, a huge hug is on its way to you and your family. Jutta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Tina, I'm so sorry, my heart just dropped when I read your email. Bill did put up a great fight but God has bigger plans for him. My deepest sympathys for you and Bills family, may he rest in peace. Debbi B. > > It is with great sadness that I write this message. Bill passed away > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2006 Report Share Posted January 21, 2006 Dear Tina, I am so sorry that Bill's life ended at such a young age. I know he fought as hard as he did because of the future he looked forward to with you. You were a great caregiver to Bill. He was a very lucky guy to have you as a partner. I think h Carey had someone like you in mind when she wrote the song " Hero " ....... Hmmm There's a hero If you look inside your heart You don't have to be afraid Of what you are There's an answer If you reach into your soul And the sorrow that you know Will melt away And then a hero comes along With the strength to carry on And you cast your fears aside And you know you can survive So when you feel like hope is gone Look inside you and be strong And you'll finally see the truth That a hero lies in you. Please stay in touch Tina. You are part of this family and have so much to offer us. With deepest sympathy for Bill's family and our friend Tina... Omaha Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2006 Report Share Posted January 22, 2006 So sorry to hear of your great loss, my prayers are with you. May God Bless you with many good memories. Martha from Mo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2006 Report Share Posted January 22, 2006 Recently when you write I can not read it because it comes out very pale blue. Yours is the only one that comes like this. Do you have your computer set up some way different? Are others having the same problem? MartiGaia Trek wrote: Rita, I hear you. I’m sure every person here is feeling the loss. It’s really tough any time we lose someone to the disease that we or our loved ones are effected by. This double loss in a very short time is double the shock. I cried both times. It’s sort of like watching a really good movie where you become very attached to all the characters and then when someone dies, you find yourself crying even though you know it isn’t real. Here, most of us don’t know each other, but we are very aware of how real we are and how real the consequences can be. It’s a tough road to haul, for sure. I think it’s important to honor the friendships and memories we share and know that regardless of our individual outcomes, the doctors are learning with each case they treat. And we, also, are learning tons in all the sharing and caring that we are a part of here. We need to keep our chins up, our minds strong, and continue the fight…whatever it takes, right? From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of RitaSent: Friday, January 20, 2006 11:48 AMTo: Subject: Re: Bill Colfer Jr. I just read of Bill's death while at work and it has really shaken me.I am in tears just hearing this. I only know of Bill through thissite and recently realized from a posting from Tina that he was lessthan 30 years old. He has been through a lot recently with all theinfections and I wanted so badly for him to get well. I kept thinking,since they are infections and I think the surgery went OK, he'll befine soon. Two young losses so close together. 2 and nowBill. I learn so much from this site and what to ask doctors, etc buton the negative side, I am getting really down with so much bad newsand everything affects me so personally even though I personally donot know anybody. Rita What are the most popular cars? Find out at Yahoo! Autos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2006 Report Share Posted January 22, 2006 I am so very sorry. Bill sounds like a wonderful man, and he fought so hard. I hope you can find some comfort in having shared your love and his battle. Martha (MA) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2006 Report Share Posted January 22, 2006 > v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} o\:* {behavior:url (#default#VML);} w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} .shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} st1\:*{behavior:url (#default#ieooui) } Rita, > > I> > > > --------------------------------- > > From: [mailto:psc- support ] On Behalf Of Rita > Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 11:48 AM > To: > Subject: Re: Bill Colfer Jr. > > > I just read of Bill's death while at work and it has really shaken me. > I am in tears just hearing this. I only know of Bill through this > site and recently realized from a posting from Tina that he was less > than 30 years old. He has been through a lot recently with all the > infections and I wanted so badly for him to get well. I kept thinking, > since they are infections and I think the surgery went OK, he'll be > fine soon. Two young losses so close together. 2 and now > Bill. I learn so much from this site and what to ask doctors, etc but > on the negative side, I am getting really down with so much bad news > and everything affects me so personally even though I personally do > not know anybody. > Rita > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2006 Report Share Posted January 22, 2006 Tina, I am so very sorry. I know this is a horrible loss for you and for our whole group, too. You're right, he is your angel. He'll be with you in spirit forever and always. I'll pray for your strength through this time of grief, and for Bill's spirit. Love and Peace, Deb in VA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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