michiganjan Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 I have been absent from this list a long time. My husband, Jeff's fight with cancer became my full time job. As was posted in another message, he died on November 13 after a 16 month battle with cancer at the junction of his stomach and esophagus. I am posting a link to a slide show we made of his life that was part of his funeral service The final two slides and music "I Won't Back Down" by Johnny Cash are very representative of his attitude toward his fight with cancer. here is the link:http://www.jonesncompany.comWell, it didn't post like a link, but if you just type in jonesncompany.com into the address bar of Internet Explorer, it should get you there.Missed you allMichigan Jan, who now walks alone, but pays someone to bring the groceries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzygirl Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 jan so good to see you on here.. im so sorry for you loss.. you and jeff (BOTH) fought long and hard.. god bless you!Honey your never truly walking alone.. even though im sure that it feels that ways..in the physcial sense ok...but Im certain that jeff is still waking right besides you...in spiritglad you popped in to visit us!!Lovelinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophia3 Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 JanObviously I was surprised but PLEASANTLY so to see you back here. I know you and Jeff did so much together...yes, indeed, you ARE walking alone but I hope the journey will ease in sorrow as time goes by....no magic words to make you get thru the stages of grief..just trudge thru it...I hope your loved ones will help you but in the end...it's just time that heals to a good degree, anyway.I LOVED the memorial and the use of Johnny Cash's version of the Tom Petty song at the end. I know it will take a long time to adjust from YOUR job..and time to learn to nurture yourself..in so many ways at this time....but you do whatever you need to recover.Sophia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacquie802 Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 Jan,It's great to see you back. I am very sorry for your loss, as Linda said you BOTH fought hard for so long....You are never alone because we are all here for you, please don't ever forget that...How have you been doing health wise??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxine Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 Jan,I'm so happy to see you back! I'm so sorry for your loss, but glad Jeff is resting peacefully now. I know how hard you both fought this-----Not only was he brave----but you are too! You know my heart is with you dear. Jeff's spirt will live on in many people's lives---he had a true spirit that shined brightly along with his kind heart.Please concentrate on keeping yourself well--take your time recovering----and open yourself to healing energies.Your a strong person Jan-------------I really saw this as you went though this journey.Thank you for sending us the link---That smile of his is contagious-------------------- HUGS to you ---Maxine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 JanThat was absolutely BEAUTIFUL, what a wonderful tribute to your man. You can honestly feel the love you two shared just by looking at the pictures.My sisters husband died very young two years ago, he was fifty-one. You say you now walk alone, I can tell you from her experience you aren't walking alone, your husband strongly lives in your heart now and always. Take the wonderfulness of your relationship with you and keep it strong in your heart, he'll never leave you. God bless you and your family((Hugs))Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgan617 Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 So good to hear from you Jan! Jeff is still with you in spirit. Little comfort right now I know. So few of us ever really get our soul mates. I know how strong you are, but take all the time you need to grieve...we are here for you! prayers and hugs, morgan the tribute is beautiful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldicedance Posted December 4, 2006 Report Share Posted December 4, 2006 Jan,My heart goes out to you...I know that Jeff fought the fight and you were there by his side. Why do bad things happen to good people? That is the question.I saw the slide presentation...I know that you will miss him but I feel sure that he will be still watching over you. I am sitting here typing this message and wiping tears from my eyes at the same time.Be strong and know that we will be here with you.Wish I was in Michingan to provide some comfort,Lois Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted December 5, 2006 Report Share Posted December 5, 2006 Hi Jan, So sorry for your loss. The tribute is awesome- I can see that you were soulmates. What a lovely family you have! Jeff lives on in them, and in your heart. We are all here for you any time you need us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taylortotmom Posted December 5, 2006 Report Share Posted December 5, 2006 Welcome back. Peace and love to you.Carmen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted December 5, 2006 Report Share Posted December 5, 2006 Michigan Jan,I am sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you and praying for you. Thank you for sharing the beautiful slide show with all of us.Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funnyfrog Posted December 7, 2006 Report Share Posted December 7, 2006 Jan, That was a truly beautiful memorial for Jeff. I am so sorry for your loss. The pictures made me laugh and cry. He is out of pain now and though it is so hard on you to walk alone here, know that his spirit will always be with you, so you truly will never be alone. I don't post often, but I have been keeping up with Jeff's journey through his sickness as you posted and am glad that you had a chance to spend the time you did together through his illness and support each other through such a difficult time. You are so strong - Take care of yourself. Love, Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nadine Posted December 7, 2006 Report Share Posted December 7, 2006 Thanks for sharing that beautiful slide show. You and your family did an amazing tribute to your husband. I laughed, I smiled, I cried. Everything about it was wonderful - I am sure you will have many difficult times ahead, especially with the holidays- That slide show reminds us of the true gifts- and your husband and family were blessed with some wonderful times and memories.Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corina Posted December 8, 2006 Report Share Posted December 8, 2006 thank you so much for sharing this beautiful slide show jan, it really is a tribute to your lives.love,corina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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