My Dad

SAMK wrote:
> Norton Murphy finished his journey this morning after
> a long, slow slide into the oblivion of Alzheimers. He
> was only 76, which is considered young for his condition.
> He survived prostrate cancer, and a carcinoid melanoma
> which was expected to kill him within two years over 7 years
> ago. His blood pressure dropped so precipitously last
> February that we were certain it was the end, yet he was
> up and cheerful within a week. He had the grace to wait
> until we had returned from our vacation, and went peacefully
> home in his sleep.
>
> I am too relieved for grief, yet. Alzheimer's is a terrible
> condition which stole my father from me, and I am grateful
> that his end came without the terrible pain of dehydration
> and starvation which can mark the end of life in this condition.
>
> SAMK
> Sharon Murphy

*hugs* I'm so sorry, but thankful that his passing was peaceful.

Kat
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"SAMK" <dimarchos DeleteThis @comcast.net> wrote in message
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> Norton Murphy finished his journey this morning after
> a long, slow slide into the oblivion of Alzheimers. He
> was only 76, which is considered young for his condition.
> He survived prostrate cancer, and a carcinoid melanoma
> which was expected to kill him within two years over 7 years
> ago. His blood pressure dropped so precipitously last
> February that we were certain it was the end, yet he was
> up and cheerful within a week. He had the grace to wait
> until we had returned from our vacation, and went peacefully
> home in his sleep.
>
> I am too relieved for grief, yet. Alzheimer's is a terrible
> condition which stole my father from me, and I am grateful
> that his end came without the terrible pain of dehydration
> and starvation which can mark the end of life in this condition.
>
> SAMK
> Sharon Murphy

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}
Here is a plate fudge and your favorite hot beverage for comfort when
needed.
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On Wed, 22 Aug 2007 21:50:32 -0500, SAMK stomped through my brain
with:

>Norton Murphy finished his journey this morning after
>a long, slow slide into the oblivion of Alzheimers.

My sincerest condolences and prayers for you and yours as you
face life without Dad. Although, from my understanding of
Alzheimers, you've already been living that way for a while.

If you ever need someone to listen, you've got my info...

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SAMK <dimarchos DeleteThis @comcast.net> wrote:

> Norton Murphy finished his journey this morning after
> a long, slow slide into the oblivion of Alzheimers.

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On Wed, 22 Aug 2007 21:50:32 -0500, SAMK <dimarchos.RemoveThis@comcast.net>
wrote:

>Norton Murphy finished his journey this morning after
>a long, slow slide into the oblivion of Alzheimers. He
>was only 76, which is considered young for his condition.
>He survived prostrate cancer, and a carcinoid melanoma
>which was expected to kill him within two years over 7 years
>ago. His blood pressure dropped so precipitously last
>February that we were certain it was the end, yet he was
>up and cheerful within a week. He had the grace to wait
>until we had returned from our vacation, and went peacefully
>home in his sleep.
>
>I am too relieved for grief, yet. Alzheimer's is a terrible
>condition which stole my father from me, and I am grateful
>that his end came without the terrible pain of dehydration
>and starvation which can mark the end of life in this condition.
>
>SAMK
>Sharon Murphy

my sympathy! <hugs> as needed
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SAMK wrote:
> Norton Murphy finished his journey this morning after
> a long, slow slide into the oblivion of Alzheimers. He
> was only 76, which is considered young for his condition.
> He survived prostrate cancer, and a carcinoid melanoma
> which was expected to kill him within two years over 7 years
> ago. His blood pressure dropped so precipitously last
> February that we were certain it was the end, yet he was
> up and cheerful within a week. He had the grace to wait
> until we had returned from our vacation, and went peacefully
> home in his sleep.
>
> I am too relieved for grief, yet. Alzheimer's is a terrible
> condition which stole my father from me, and I am grateful
> that his end came without the terrible pain of dehydration
> and starvation which can mark the end of life in this condition.
>
> SAMK
> Sharon Murphy

{{{{{HUGZ}}}}} So sorry to hear of your loss.

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>I am too relieved for grief, yet. Alzheimer's is a terrible
>condition which stole my father from me, and I am grateful
>that his end came without the terrible pain of dehydration
>and starvation which can mark the end of life in this condition.
>
>SAMK
>Sharon Murphy

AMEN sister! Mom's journey took 10-15 years and, despite her grace
throughout, was an extreme relief when it ended.

Give yourself time. <many many hugs>

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On Aug 22, 10:50 pm, SAMK <dimarc... RemoveThis @comcast.net> wrote:
<snippety snip>

{Hugs}
My sympathies

~'Phyre
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SAMK wrote:
> Norton Murphy finished his journey this morning after
> a long, slow slide into the oblivion of Alzheimers. He
> was only 76, which is considered young for his condition.
> He survived prostrate cancer, and a carcinoid melanoma
> which was expected to kill him within two years over 7 years
> ago. His blood pressure dropped so precipitously last
> February that we were certain it was the end, yet he was
> up and cheerful within a week. He had the grace to wait
> until we had returned from our vacation, and went peacefully
> home in his sleep.
<snip>

!!!<HUGS>!!!

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Thank you, all, for your sympathy and caring. It
really made a difference to me.

Hugs to all of you.

SAMK
Sharon Murphy
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