I wrote
a post about my friends Mike and Becky just over three months ago. Becky was diagnosed with sarcoma at that time. I have been following her status on facebook, and this afternoon I clicked over to check my updates and cried out when I learned that Becky died today. She had such a positive outlook on life right up until the very end. She was only 30 years old, and has four children, the oldest of whom is in 5th grade (I think), and the youngest is about a year old. We will miss her so much!
If you have any desire to help Mike out with funeral and/or medical expenses, there is a Donate link to paypal on their
Bald for Becky website.
It was weird for me to think that I was at the park with my kids while her family was surrounding her as she passed from this life to the next. I am thankful for the reminder that life is so precious, and I hugged each member of my family close to me this evening as I prayed for peace for Becky's family.
I'm grateful for my knowledge of
eternal families.
16 people wanted to leave a comment:
That is so sad. She was a wonderful lady and always so positive.
I am so sorry! My greatest fear in life is dying BEFORE I can finish raising my kids- the thought of leaving this life before preparing them for theirs is terrifying. I am so very sad for that family!
We lost my Uncle Marv on Wednesday, also to cancer. His cancer progressed in part because he was unemployed for the last 18 months and had no medical insurance so he wouldn't go in to the Dr. to find out what was wrong. In addition to losing her husband of 20+ years, my Aunt will be losing her home and every material possesion they have. They had zero insurance of any kind- couldn't pay premiums while unemployed.
So many people are hurting in so many ways right now. Thanks for posting this for perspective. I'm dealing with my own struggle right now but it pales in comparision to that which your friends have been called to bare.
I'm so sorry for the loss of your friend. I will be happy to donate.
I'm sorry, Erin. It's weird to think how easy it is to just live life without realizing how fragile it is.
This just breaks my heart--such a tragedy.
I am so sorry. I remember her story. I, too am grateful to understand what happens after this life and that separation is only temporary. Prayers for her family.
I have thought of her often since you posted the first time. My heart aches for her poor husband and children. I can't imagine going through something like this without the knowledge that families are eternal. Please pass along our sincere condolences.
WoW! That is so, so sad!
That is heartbreaking! I am so sorry for you and for your friend's loss.
I'm so sorry. That is so young. Breaks my heart thinking about her kids losing their mom.
So soon! That is really sad. My biggest fear is me or Mark dying young. I'm glad to hear your friend was at peace with what was happening.
I'm so sorry Erin! Good thoughts your way and for her family
There's nothing "pale" about this post, Erin! I know exactly what you mean in your last paragraph. It's so weird that most of us just had a normal day while the world basically stopped moving for Becky's family. It seems like all motion should pause when there is so much heartache somewhere. But then I guess everything would always be paused.
I'm so glad people have rallied around the Veatches. I'm glad too that you posted about her on your blog--it reaches so many people.
That is so very sad. I absolutely hate to hear about Mothers with young children dying. Prayers for her family.
wow, I'm sorry. Peace to you and yours and hers.
hi Erin I'm so so sad I just can stop crying!!! she was such a great friend!!!! thanks for let us know!!!
take care!!
gaby santana
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