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Linda


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Sadly I have to report that Howard's mom (Anita) is now in the care of hospice.  She will not be able to go home from the hospital.  We appreciate all your thoughts and prayers.

His dad (Sterling 92 yrs) is trying to recover from a bad cold.  Many plans have to be made including finding a place for Sterling to live.



-- Edited by Linda on Monday 24th of November 2014 07:09:31 PM

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Please know that prayers are coming from PA for her and the entire family at this time. It can be hard for this kind of issue any time, but more so at this time of year. Stay strong, and God bless you all.


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Linda,

We are so sorry to hear about Howard's mom. Our thoughts are with your family at this time.

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You are in our thoughts and prayers.  God bless.



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Linda,

So sorry to hear about Howard's parents. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and focusing on things working out well for Sterling's living situation.

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I am truly saddened to hear this, and yet I know that hospice is a compassionate and peaceful place to be during these very hard times. My prayers are with all of you.

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So sorry to hear this. Please know we are keeping the whole family in our thoughts and prayers.

Thanks for the update.

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Thank you for letting us know, you're all in our prayers.

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Howard and Linda,

Please accept our heartfelt concerns for Howard's Mom and Dad.  Jo and I are offering up prayers for strength and courage for all of you.

God bless you during this time, and the time yet to come.

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So very sorry to hear, but Hospice is a Godsend! They are so kind and giving! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Howard and his parents as well. Thanks for keeping us all posted.


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So sorry to hear about Howard's parents. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for letting us know.



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Wow Linda that's really tough. My prayers are with you and Howard.

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Sorry to hear.  Hugs to help get you through these tough times.  Our thoughts are with you both.



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Bummer…Connie and I feel for you as we've both faced the loss of parents before. You just do what you can…enjoy them as long as you and they are able…and worry about what happens next when it happens. Hospice was a great help to our parents and our families as well…and allows one to spend quality time with them instead of having to constantly worry about the hour to hour care in addition to the quality time.

 



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So sorry to hear this. We dealt with hospice just one year ago and were just thankful to be in a position to be there and spend those precious moments together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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Sending our wish for peace at this time.

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Thoughts and prayers with Howard, Linda and the extended family during this time.


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Linda,

We used hospice for my Mom two years ago, which even helped my sister who is the head of nursing in her hospital. I came to understand that Hospice was much more than medical care. They are there for the patient; but moreover, they are there to minister to the entire family - mind, soul and body. I'm sure they will be instrumental in both of your lives during this season of life.

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So sorry for you guys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. What wonderful memories y'all must have to help thru the tough days.

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Linda and I also would like to send our thoughts and prayers. We really enjoyed meeting Anita and Sterling at the Rallies. What a great couple!!

Jim and Linda



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We to are sending our prayers and hope that all goes well. Love to all...


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Thinking of you both and sending our hugs and prayers.

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So very sorry, you guys are in our prayers.

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Oh guys, this is such heartbreaking news. Penny and I will pray, pray, pray.

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We're thinking of you, Howard and family. Take care of each other.

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Howard and Linda--Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this difficult time.

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You and Howard really were only a minute away from them when they needed you. God bless you all and you will be in our prayers.

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I have gone through this with my parents, and I know how difficult it can be. Find peace in your memories. Hospices are wonderful services and I hope they help ease your pain. Kind regards.

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I'm not a big religion person, nor a big feelings person..And it hard to express myself with words, in cases like this.

I hope everything happens as best as it could. Take care.

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Howard and Linda, Ed and I just wanted to let you know you and your family are in our hearts and prayers.  I am so sorry you are going through this.  It is very hard when you have one sick parent, little alone two.  Three years ago my parents passed three days apart.  Hospice is amazing and they can make this difficult time a lot easier.  



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Howard & Linda, My thoughts and Prayers go out to you both and Howard's Parents.


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So very sorry to hear about Howard's parents. I understand how difficult this storm will be for you to weather. Stay strong and I am hoping that everything can go as well as possible for you two.

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There's never a good time to have to deal with things like this, but this time of year is particularly tough. Just last year, this time, our family was dealing with the hospice situation briefly with my sister. For the short time their services were in place, they were kind and heartfelt people who truly tried to help us through our circumstances. You will be in my payers.

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Dear Howard  and Linda,

I wish to join with our RV - Dreams family in expressing my love, thoughts and prayers for you all at this time of heart break. Like everyone else I wish there was something more that I could do.

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Being in the boondocks without internet has its downside. So sorry about Howard's parents. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Vance and Marla

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Reading Howard's latest journal entry this morning broke my heart... it's what I feared when I read that Anita had been moved to hospice care.

Howard I never met Anita and Sterling, but I feel as if I know them through you and the journal. They did good raising a fine son like you.

I send hugs and prayers for Anita, Sterling, Howard, Linda, and the entire extended family, including the RV-Dreams family. I wish there was something more I could do.

God bless,

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Charlene and I send all our prayers and best wishes. It is a very trying time for all. We are keeping you in our thoughts every day.

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Just want to say thank you to your mom and dad for raising a son who has been a positive force and a blessing in so many ways to this RV community.
We will be remembering you with prayers during this difficult time. Pat and Charlie K

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Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you during these trying times. W all have to go through this type of thing.... but it is never easy. Love you guys.

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I hope all is going as well as can be. We found hospice to be very calming, caring and passionate when my mother said I've had enough, no more procedures. She had Parkinsons and could no longer swallow.

Howard we are all right there with you in spirit.

More prayers sent.

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Howard & Linda,

Your Great Big Family of RV-Dreams have already said all that can be said. So, please remember that you folks have friends all across North America that care for all of you. 



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Well, I am so thankful for all the prayers and thoughts from you all.  The RV-Dreams family is the best!  I flew back to Jacksonville yesterday afternoon.  I got a call from Howard this afternoon (Sunday) and he said to get back to Louisville.  His mom took a turn and is not expected to live much longer.  Shane & Jami Hess (RV-Dreamers) are coming to my sister's house to pick up our trailer and move it to their property near Orlando.  I am going to follow them down there and then fly out of Orlando tomorrow evening.  We are blessed to have the best RV-Dreams family!!!!

Keep praying for us!

Hugs!

 



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Thoughts & Prayers to you....

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Me and Mitch continue to send our prayers for comfort and strength through this difficult time. Please let us know how we can help.

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Linda wrote:

"Keep praying for us!"

I am. This may sound callous, but I hope that when the end comes, it is quick, peaceful and painless. Take care of your Dad. This is going to be very hard on him, but I'm sure you already know that.

Tim Fansler

 

 



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Your both in our hearts and prayers for GOD to provide you the comfort you need to endure this trying time.

 



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I hope some peace and calm will find it's way through the pain.



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