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Finally had our first day off since arriving in Tucson and headed to the VA hospital here to visit Bill and Loretta (Loretta is their forum "handle"). While it was great to see them again I sure wish it had been under different circumstances.  Bill has been diagnosed with a rare form of Peritoneal Stomach Mesothelioma which is spreading pretty fast.

Bill was diagnosed just before Thanksgiving November, underwent his first chemo treatment on Monday and is now having issues with potassium levels and kidney function.  The current plan is for 2 more chemo treatments and then surgery, but first he needs to have the potassium levels stabilized.

Just thought I'd share this with the RV Dreams family and ask for your prayers and thoughts in support of Bill and Loretta during this time.

And oh yeah, big congrats to the two of them today, they officially tied the knot with the hospital chaplain officiating this morningbiggrin

 



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Prayers going out. We met up with Bill and Loreta, along with Sherrie and Jesse, for a fun dinner in Tucson in November 2013.

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Oh, please tell them we're thinking of the also.  We had dinner with the 4 of you in Roseville before we headed out fulltime.  You all gave us so much info on the lifestyle.  We're hoping to meet up with them again in AZ once we're there in April.



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Sending warm thoughts their way...



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tons of get well wishes and CONGRATS too.

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More prayers added to our extended family.

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Bill and Lorreta gave us a ride to the Desert Bar from the 2013 RV Dreams boondocking rally. Our thoughts and best wishes to you both. Congrats on your nuptials!

Take care



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Our thoughts and prayers are with them.



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A notice on RVillage says Bill passed away this morning. Very sad.

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Rip.....Bill....

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Thoughts and prayers for Loretta, I was messaging with her earlier today on Facebook, Bill's kids are in Tucson with her so she has family support at this time. She said she's "ok" just needs some sleep. Bill was admitted into ICU late last night and passed away a few hours later.

Personally we will miss our meet ups with him, he had a great sense of humor and loved this FT RV life.

RIP, Bill, we will miss you.

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Such sad news. Hugs and prayers for the family.



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Loretta I am so sorry for your loss.


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Thank you. It is overwhelming to know that so many of you were sending healing thoughts and prayers either online or through personal messages. Bill passed away yesterday morning.  I am not sure what the future holds for me just yet, but if at all possible, I want to continue our dream.  Thank you again. We have fond memories of meeting everyone and sharing our stories.

 

 



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Loretta we are so sorry to hear of Bills passing. Our thoughts and best wishes to you and your family at this very difficult time.

RIP Bill



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So sorry for your loss

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Prayers for comfort coming your way Loretta, so sorry for your loss.

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Very sorry Loretta.  I'm glad you have some family with you at this time. 



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We are so sorry for your loss Loretta.
It seems the RV Dreamer family is being tested this Holiday Season.
With continued prayers to Linda & Howard & others.

May Peace prevail.

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So sorry to hear of your loss Loretta, our thoughts are with you and family. Bill will always be a part of everyone's heart that has met him. He will be missed.

Hugs to you, Ann & Hank

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I'm so sorry to hear about your loss as well. Even though we've never met, I feel like I've come to know you and Bill vicariously through the others who have been privileged to have spent time with you. I'm sending prayers of comfort and strength to you. Please let us all know if there's anything we can do.

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Prayers for you, Loretta. Pat Kitchen

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We are sorry to hear of your loss Loretta. Our thoughts are with you.

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Belated prayer and thoughts! May you find comfort as Jesus wraps his arms around you to hold you up! He will walk the path with you as you make your way.

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Thank you everyone for your support and prayers.  I really appreciate every ones posts.  He was a great and caring man.  He will be truly missed.



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Sorry for your loss.........Life's too short.

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Please accept my condolences Loretta. I don't know you but I feel a kinship with all who love the RV lifestyle.

This is yet another reminder that time is short. Putting off your dream may mean that it never comes to be; enjoy each day as if it were your last.

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