I was in Tennessee when I heard that Donna had decided to go
on Hospice care. She told me melanoma had reared its ugly head once again, and
had spread. There were no more medical treatments available.
We talked about
her amazing family and how they were taking such good care of her and how much she loved them. We ended our
conversation with the promise that I would come to Chicago the following Friday and we'd enjoy pizza and beer together. I never made it. Donna made her way to
heaven that day, October 23, 2015, leaving behind her family, friends, and the
melanoma community to mourn her passing.
It has taken me this long to blog about my friend, and my words are inadequate
in describing what her life meant to those who loved her. Instead, I am going
to share some stories that were written in her honor. Please feel free to
message me if you would like me to include yours. .
Today Donna is being laid to rest. Her family plans to have a celebration tonight as it is also Donna’s birthday. So for those unable to attend Donna's Celebration of Life, please join together at 10:00 PM ET and raise your glass in her honor. Cheers to the Winner!
~Peace Donna. We love you more
~Peace Donna. We love you more
((((((Hugs)))))) I'm raising a glass.
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