Renae Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Just wanted to say Hi to everyone! Not sure anyone even noticed I was gone but my computer CRASHED on Sept. 28th and just got it up and running Thurs. night. So I am back and trying to catch up on what has been happening here on the chat. But I have some bad news also to share that isn't so good. An uncle of mine that is very close to me died this morning and has been fighting cancer off and on for over 11 yrs. The last 2 yrs. have taken the toll on him. He was a big man, over 6'4" and 200lbs. but now 110lbs. He is not hurting anymore and he is in Gods hands so if you would keep my family in you prayers I would appreciate it very much. The funeral will be next week, I'm just not sure what day yet. Thank you all for being here for me and God bless you too. Renae Gamel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwltnldy Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Renae, even though I probably haven't "talked" to you online, please know I'm praying that God will give you comfort in this very sad time. I'm so sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmoore1223 Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Renae, I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyJo Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Dear Renae, I'm so sorry to hear about your Uncle. When you are sad, remember all the good times and if possible the funny ones. I'll be keeping you and your family in my prayers. Let Him put His big arms around all of you and hold you close now. Bless you PattyJo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmquilt Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Renae, I'm so sorry for your loss. In a weird way it is a relief because there is no more pain. HUGS Michele Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Beth Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Renae, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Like Patty Jo says, remember the good times, I bet that is what he would want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsbishwit Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Renae, I am so sorry for your lost, sending prayers for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizziesgirl Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Renae, So sorry to hear of your loss. Many thoughts and prayers are being sent to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeAnn Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 Renae, So sorry to hear of your loss. I will pray for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matildanme Posted October 17, 2008 Report Share Posted October 17, 2008 sending you a warm (((((hug))))) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarieBrewer Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 I am sory to hear about your uncle. I hope he was able to live life to the fullest before he became so sick. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eswindy Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Sorry to hear about your lost. Your are in my prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boni Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 I can't help a few tears without even knowing you Renae. Death is sad for us, those left behind. I can't help thinking those who have passed on before us are in a much better place---but that's the easy way out. We grieve over our loss, and with time, we heal. It makes life much more sweet to know we have another day, another hour, another minute to breathe in life. We're all sad for you, and offer our prayers and faith for your support and comfort. Thank you for your faith in us and letting us know about your uncle. That must have been difficult to watch him waste away from such a big man. God bless you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenscratch Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Renae, I'm very sorry for your loss, but so glad you are back to chatting with us. I got your phone message a few minutes ago, when I finished quilting. I will call you Saturday, as it is probably too late tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonwoman Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 so very sorry for your loss. It is grand to have wonderful memories to carry you through the sadness. take care and I will send a prayer dale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VictoriaG Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Renae, Glad to have you back on the forum. My prayers are for you and your extended family during this time of grief. vg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renae Posted October 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Today my mom and I were talking about my uncle Allen and at times laughing about some of the things we remembered. And one of them was between him and his one daughter, Tammy. BTW, she is a real character and a lot of fun; anyway, what happened was soooooooooo funny and we really had our belly laugh and then mom said, " she is really a strong girl". Actually, she is a woman in her 40's but mom calls her a girl... Then I said, "yea, it reminds me of when dad died, and he kept asking for me. 'Where is Renae? When is Renae getting here? I want to talk to Renae alone.' " Mom said she remembered him asking that in the hospital but had forgotten until now. She asked me, "how do they know who or which one of you are the strong ones?" I didn't know how to answer that, because I couldn't. I was on my way to my Dad that day going as fast as I could because he was asking for me specifically and it wasn't like he was going to die that day but he was in the hospital. But when I got there he wanted me in the room alone and to sit beside him. He held my hand and looked at me and said," honey, I'm not going to be able to kick it this time." And then he said,"I love you" and he hugged me. I can't remember my dad hugging me OR saying I love you to me before. I know he did love me just wasn't the type to express it by saying it. You see he had Cancer 6 yrs before and his feelings were he wasn't going to get over it this time and he told me so I could tell my mom and the rest of the family. He didn't want the Dr. to do it and he couldn't do it. He also wanted me to take care of mom and help her if she needed me. We sat together and held each other and talked a litte longer and then I went out and told mom and the other kids what he said. All my mom said was, "at least he told someone." You see, we knew he had the cancer again but wasn't sure of how he was going to take it and if he wanted us to actually know it to. Does that make sense to you??? Maybe you have to go through it to understand........I'm not sure. But you won't believe me if I tell you this didn't happen last year this happened in December 1976. My dad died of Pancreatic Cancer on July 27, 1977, and I still miss him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nettie Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Renae, I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.... I am so sorry for your loss. Janette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmyhogan Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 We send our Condolences and Prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheri Butler Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Dear Renea, My prayers are definitly with you honey! Keep strong, keep the faith. And yes, I totally understand everything you said above! Quilted Hugs and prayers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennan100 Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Praying for and your family, Renae. I completely understand your feelings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcck00 Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Renae, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless, Cathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
appr216 Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Renae, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers also. Judi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindasewsit Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Renae, I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying. linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltmonkey Posted October 18, 2008 Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Oh my I don't know what to say. How lucky for you to have such a wonderful uncle in your family. Continue to cherish and remember the blessings he gave you and will continue to give you ,,,even into the future. PS: YES YES! I definitely missed you were gone from here a while... and I assumed you were busy with life. I am sorry about your computer crash. I think about you often, dear friend, Renae. (((hugging you Renae))) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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