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Trent Cole

Bonniesdad
  • By Bonniesdad
  • Posted March 14, 2009 at 2:34 pm · 4 replies
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This is the first time I am writing a journal entry. My father, Trent, passed away this morning, after a 4 1/2 year journey with ALS. He was 67 years old. I have read all of your journal entries, especially yours, BobbyB, and it has been good for me. I just didn't talk about what was going on because I was living it every day, as you all know so well. I was a very big part of my dad's journey, and will hopefully still be a part of this website. Thank you, all, for being brave and generous in your sharing. Peace be with my father today, he no longer has ALS. Bonnie

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SparkUp

Oh Bonnie,
Thank you for letting us know that you Dad is now free. My Mom passed in December and I understand alot of the feelings you're probably experiencing or will in the next few months. We were relieved to know she was no longer suffering and I felt I had grieved from the time of diagnosis all the way along the journey....I'm now able to grieve her as she was before the illness.
Will be praying for you and your family! Am glad that you'll continue to be part of this site. We need all the warriors we can get! Also checkout many groups we have on facebook....has been a great way to stay connected.
Bless you!
Susan
Familial ALS; 5 members affected

Chuck1106

I am so sorry for your loss. I know that ALS is such a sad and trying disease. Peace be with you.

imamom

Oh my goodness.........blesings to you, your father and friends & family. I already had tears but got amazing goose bumps as I read your words....."my father no longer has ALS." My only son was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 17. He is 19, slow progression, at college and embracing life. When I go future in my thinking I get overwelmed at the thought of his death. Your idea of your father no longer having ALS is absolutely profound to me. And gives me a calmness deep inside that when I get to the point of my son's death, as difficult as it will be, he at least will no longer have ALS! Thank you for sharing. You made a huge difference in my day. I wish you peace at this time.
Lynn

Smilef

I am very sorry to read about your dad Bonnie. Hang in there. I know it is easier said than done. I lost my brother in Jan 08 and there is not a day that goes by that I do not think of him. He means so much to me. But like you I can say he is no longer suffering. He was an amazing man I am sure just like your dad. Being by there side through this journey ment alot to both of them. You are a wonderful person to be able to stick by him.He is watching you every day!
Hang in there. If you need to talk please email me directly
Smilef@aol.com

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