I guess I'm calm enough....

[Jim Thompson]

I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...

My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

...Jim Thompson

[b***@ieee.org]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

One of our friends died almost as rapidly from advanced ovarian cancer
- she was a bit older, at 46, but it was still pretty devastating for
her family. The only colon cancer victimn I knew had the disease for a
couple of years before it killed him (again in his forties), but
cancers do vary from one victimn to the next.

My condolences for your loss, not that that will do much to help.

[James F. Mayer]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...

That is one way to cope.

Post by Jim Thompson
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

I send my condolences and I'll remember you in my prayers.

[John Ferrell]

I am sorry for your loss.
This is not the sort of thing that you adjust to quickly. Sometimes
the best you can do is get used to the pain.

I will remember you and your family in my prayers.

John Ferrell, W8CCW

On Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:30:04 -0700, Jim Thompson

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

John Ferrell W8CCW

[Joerg]

Hello Jim,

My sincere condolences. I will also pray for your family, especially
Duane's wife.

It is good to let the grief come out and I hope his wife can do the same
through her friends. Hopefully she will be allowed by her friends to
take whatever time she needs. I know you will.

Wishing you strength in this difficult time,

Joerg

http://www.analogconsultants.com

[Michael A. Terrell]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

My sincerest condolences, Jim. My prayers go out to you and your
family at this time. I know what you are going through, having lost a
family member to the same cancer. Be strong and take the pain one day
at a time. It will take you time to heal, but I have confidence in you.

[SioL]

Post by Jim Thompson
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

My grandmother passed away in a similarly fast manner.
My sincere condolences, Jim.

[K `Sleep]

Jim
Although I don't personally know you, other than the help you have given me
here, please accept my sincerest condolences to you and your family.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
.

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson
--
| James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens |
| Analog Innovations, Inc. | et |
| Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus |
| Phoenix, Arizona Voice:[phone] | |
| E-mail Address at Website Fax:[phone] | Brass Rat |
| http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 |
Old Latin teachers never die...they just decline

[Tim Wescott]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

One expects to outlive one's parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents --
but not the kids, dangit!

My condolences, and prayers, are with you.

[Jim Thompson]

Post by Tim Wescott

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

One expects to outlive one's parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents --
but not the kids, dangit!

Ain't that the truth. Hardest thing I had to do was call my 87+ year
old father and tell him.

Post by Tim Wescott
My condolences, and prayers, are with you.

Thanks!

...Jim Thompson

[John Popelish]

I am trying to empathize with you, Jim, but it is so hard that I
really can't do it. My son is 30 and I can't deal with thinking of
him dying in such a way. I'm sorry that life can be so rough.

[Chuck Harris]

Oh Jim, I am so sorry!

Unfortunately, I too have witnessed the speed of this devil. I am sorry that
there was no reasonable way I could prepare you for what I knew was about to
happen.

Take heart in knowing that quick is a better way to go with this disease,
than long and drawn out. The doctors, bless their hearts have found ways
of making the pain and degradation last for years in some cases. Once the
cancer has metastasized, there really is no hope....not yet anyway.

If there is anything I can do, please let me know.

-Chuck Harris

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

[Winfield Hill]

Jim Thompson wrote...

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my
emotional feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from
colon cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

I'm very sorry to hear that and feel bad for you, Jim. I know
a bit how proud you were of him. What an unfair shock this is.
We're all very sad about it.

[Winfield Hill]

Winfield Hill wrote...

Post by Winfield Hill
Jim Thompson wrote...

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my
emotional feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from
colon cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

I'm very sorry to hear that and feel bad for you, Jim. I know
a bit how proud you were of him. What an unfair shock this is.
We're all very sad about it.

And let me add we're thinking about your wife and feeling for
her as well. Please convey to her this community's feelings.

[Jim Thompson]

On 21 Apr 2006 04:46:43 -0700, Winfield Hill

Post by Winfield Hill
Winfield Hill wrote...

Post by Winfield Hill
Jim Thompson wrote...

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my
emotional feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from
colon cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

I'm very sorry to hear that and feel bad for you, Jim. I know
a bit how proud you were of him. What an unfair shock this is.
We're all very sad about it.

And let me add we're thinking about your wife and feeling for
her as well. Please convey to her this community's feelings.

Thank you very much, Win! That's a good way of putting it...
"community". I appreciate all the kindness and for a place to let out
my emotions.

...Jim Thompson

[Martin Riddle]

Sorry to hear that Jim, my condolences.
I know what one goes thru, One of my nieces had Leukemia and lived for 9
years in and out of remission. At 12 years, doctors were our of options
and parents out of money, health insurance wouldnt pick up any
experimental tabs. Its a tuff thing to watch...
and tuff to forget.

Martin

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson
--
| James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens |
| Analog Innovations, Inc. | et |
| Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus |
| Phoenix, Arizona Voice:[phone] | |
| E-mail Address at Website Fax:[phone] | Brass Rat |
| http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 |
Old Latin teachers never die...they just decline

[QuantSuff]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

My heartfelt condolences, Jim.

I can understand some of what you are going through... I've just returned
from visiting my friend in hospial - the doctors give him 3 weeks. We went
skiing just after Christmas, and suddenly... cancer: lungs, spine and brain.

Mike

Post by Jim Thompson
...Jim Thompson
--
| James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens |
| Analog Innovations, Inc. | et |
| Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus |
| Phoenix, Arizona Voice:[phone] | |
| E-mail Address at Website Fax:[phone] | Brass Rat |
| http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 |
Old Latin teachers never die...they just decline

[John Larkin]

On Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:30:04 -0700, Jim Thompson

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

My deepest sympathy.

I lost my best friend, a brilliant psychiatrist and an astounding
person, to lung cancer at the age of 40. The day she died, such an
astonishing thing happened to me that I will never again be
contemptuous of any sincere expression of spirituality. I told my wife
about it, later that day, and she gave me the look and tone of voice
that women reserve for feeble-minded children: "Well of course, that
was Greta saying goodbye."

your friend,

John

[a***@yahoo.com]

Post by John Larkin
My deepest sympathy.
I lost my best friend, a brilliant psychiatrist and an astounding
person, to lung cancer at the age of 40. The day she died, such an
astonishing thing happened to me that I will never again be
contemptuous of any sincere expression of spirituality. I told my wife
about it, later that day, and she gave me the look and tone of voice
that women reserve for feeble-minded children: "Well of course, that
was Greta saying goodbye."
your friend,
John

I'm really curious what it was you experienced. I'm very intrigued by
things out of the ordinary.

[Rich The Philosophizer]

Post by a***@yahoo.com

Post by John Larkin
My deepest sympathy.
I lost my best friend, a brilliant psychiatrist and an astounding
person, to lung cancer at the age of 40. The day she died, such an
astonishing thing happened to me that I will never again be
contemptuous of any sincere expression of spirituality. I told my wife
about it, later that day, and she gave me the look and tone of voice
that women reserve for feeble-minded children: "Well of course, that
was Greta saying goodbye."
your friend,
John

I'm really curious what it was you experienced. I'm very intrigued by
things out of the ordinary.

Me, too! I actually believe in that stuff, and have a perfectly rational
scientific explanation for it, as well as for why people deny that sort
of thing.

Thanks!
Rich

[Michael]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

You and your family have my condolences, Jim.

Three weeks before I got to leave Vietnam my grandfather, who I was very close
to, died of cancer. I didn't get to share his suffering or say goodbye or even
attend his funeral. The day after you shared your son's diagnosis with us, I
got word that my mother had been diagnosed with colon cancer. Her surgery is
scheduled for tomorrow morning. I am with you.

[Jonathan Kirwan]

On Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:30:04 -0700, Jim Thompson

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

I don't know what to say, Jim. I gather you and others were there, so
that your son was with those who understood him deeply and cared for
him. I hope that when my time comes I hold the hand of someone who
knows me well -- no words necessary -- just being there for the
moment.

Tim W. said one facet correctly in that parents shouldn't have to
outlive their children. Or grandparents outlive their grandchildren.

I face the daily possibility my daughter may die while I sleep; my
waking up to a pool of blood, a broken body, something disastrous I
should have protected her from somehow and missed. As well as being
profoundly autistic and unable to communicate much, she has grand mal
seizures and has broken her ulna and radius in a single event 6 months
ago; lost six teeth in another (seizure --> face down onto the bathtub
rim) a few years back; etc. It's hard to explain what it is like to
hold your daughter as she goes through a seizure, picking through the
spit and blood to find teeth, or checking her arms and seeing a
complete break and internal bleeding. And to know as bad as it is
that it actually could be a lot worse, some new day to come.

It's not the same. But I catch a small glimmer, too frequently.

I do sincerely wish you the best of loving times with all your family.

Jon

[ehsjr]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

That is hard, Jim. You know we all wish we could reach
out and take the pain away. My condolences to you and your
family. You are in my prayers.

Ed

[Ban]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

Jim,
really feeling sorry. I have a son of 31 and I know how much he means for
me. All these memories..
When you said "liver" in your first post it rang already the bells, my
mother died last May from this kind of cancer, but she didn't want to live
any more, because the Parkinson was destroying her brain. And it took her
much longer to pass away, 3mths after diagnose.
Well these are the ways of our existence, show us what is essential in life
and what not...

[Ken Taylor]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson
--

Deeply sorry to hear this, Jim. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Ken

[Richard Crowley]

"Jim Thompson" wrote ...

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on
my emotional feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning
from colon cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never
knew how fast it could progress, or how destructive it could
be... into hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on
April 20.

I am weeping for you and for your family and his.
Please remember the large body of friends and
acquantiances here on Usenet who collectively
and individually wish you peace in this time of
loss.

[Mac]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

That's just awful, and it seems so unfair. My condolences.

It sounds like you are pretty close with a lot of your family members, so
I hope you can all take comfort in each other.

--Mac

[Frank Bemelman]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

Damn. So fast. No need to be calm Jim, you and your wife have
all the right to scream and shout.

...

I'm staring at my screen for three minutes now, trying to
find some good words, but I don't have any. Damn.

Frank.

[Meindert Sprang]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

My condolances Jim.

I never had experienced cancer too, until my good friend and neighbour was
diagnosed with colon cancer on his bi-annual checkup. It runs in his family,
therefore he was under supervision. But still, when it happens, it hits you
like a hammer. What turned out to be a simple operation, just removing the
colon, turned into a massive bloodpoisoning, nearly kicking him over the
edge. But he survived after two months of struggle. It sure changes ones
view on life, when it happens so close. Since then, I get emotional when I
read news like this.

I wish you and your family all the best.

Meindert

[Clint Sharp]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...

Do whatever you need to do, scream, shout, whatever helps relieve the
pain for a short while but always let those feelings out.

Post by Jim Thompson
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

My sympathies to you and your family Jim, I really am saddened to hear
this.

Post by Jim Thompson
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

I don't profess to know how you feel because I'm sure you will deal with
it in your own way, but I have experienced it several times and am
currently helping to support a close family member with liver and bowel
cancer, as unfair as it is, sometimes it's a mercy that it can be so
fast, it's soul destroying to watch a person you know and love turn into
a shell of themselves.

Post by Jim Thompson
...Jim Thompson

[Oppie]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

Jim,

My sincere conlolences to you and your family on your great loss.
Lost my father similarly but at age 69. There is nothing more devistating
than having to bury a child. Your family will be remembered in our prayers.
Take it a day at a time and always remember that Duane lives on in the good
things he has done and the lives he has touched.
Bob Oppenheimer
Associate of Divine Compassion

[John Fields]

On Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:30:04 -0700, Jim Thompson

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

---
Sorry, Jim...

[Arthur Harrison]

Jim,

I am very sorry to hear of your loss, and offer my condolences.

-Art Harrison

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson
--
| James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens |
| Analog Innovations, Inc. | et |
| Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus |
| Phoenix, Arizona Voice:[phone] | |
| E-mail Address at Website Fax:[phone] | Brass Rat |
| http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 |
Old Latin teachers never die...they just decline

[petrus bitbyter]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson
--
| James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens |
| Analog Innovations, Inc. | et |
| Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus |
| Phoenix, Arizona Voice:[phone] | |
| E-mail Address at Website Fax:[phone] | Brass Rat |
| http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 |
Old Latin teachers never die...they just decline

Jim,

First of all my condolences. What more to say? Know cancer too well. My
mother some twenty years ago, one of my sisters last year. Demolishing and
degrading. No reason, no explanation, no answer to the question: Why? A
father (mine will be 86 next month) that would give his life to make his
child live - but he can't. I know you're not a religious man but as I am,
I'll nevertheless will pray for you and your family.

Pieter Kralt aka petrus bitbyter

[Charlie Edmondson]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

Hi Jim,
You have my condolences, and my prayers. It ain't easy...

Charlie

[I.F.]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson
--
| James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens |
| Analog Innovations, Inc. | et |
| Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus |
| Phoenix, Arizona Voice:[phone] | |
| E-mail Address at Website Fax:[phone] | Brass Rat |
| http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 |
Old Latin teachers never die...they just decline

Sorry to hear your sad news, I really don't know what to say.

[Jens Tingleff]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

That's terrible. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please accept my
condolences.

Best Wishes for your futures

Jens

- --
Key ID 0x09723C12, ***@tingleff.org
Analogue filtering / 5GHz RLAN / Mdk Linux / odds and ends
http://www.tingleff.org/jensting/ [phone]
"Insanity runs in my family; it practically gallops" 'Arsenik and old lace'

[Rich Grise]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

I'm sorry for your loss - nobody should have to go through that. So,
please let me offer my condolences as well.

Regards,
Rich

[Paul Wylie]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

[...]

Jim, this is very sad news. My condolences to you and your family.

--Paul
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[Stuart Brorson]

In sci.electronics.cad Jim Thompson <To-Email-Use-The-Envelope-***@my-web-site.com> wrote:

: My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
: cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

Jim --

I usually only lurk (and occasionally flame) on s.e.c. Therefore, I
experience most everybody here as disembodied typists communicating
through the cold, electronic, ceberal connection of usenet. However,
your post reminds me that behind the usenet screen are real, feeling
people who experience grief as well as happiness. I am reminded,
too, that we are all bonded together not only through a mutual
interest in EDA, but also through our common experience as humans.

I *had* noticed that s.e.c. was quiet over the last
months without your presence. Your post shocked me when I read it.
Then I understood why you were gone.

I am saddened to hear about your loss.

Stuart

[JeffM]

Post by Jim Thompson
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
Jim Thompson

We lost my Daddy to kidney cancer
a few months short of my folks' golden anniversary.
Losing a son is just too much for me to imagine.

My hope is that the embrace of your family
will help all of you bear this loss.

[qrk]

Sorry to hear this news Jim.

Mark

[Lord Garth]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

You have my condolences on the loss of your son Jim....

[Fred Lotte]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

Jim,
I've never posted to this group tho I follow it, as they say, I lurk here.

My most sincere condolences.

I remember quite clearly, my dad's face as he handed me the phone nearly 20 years ago. With a
tear in his eye he said "Bobby died." Bob was my 36-1/2 year old (I never want him to be cheated
out of that extra half year) younger brother... my only sibling. We buried him on Christmas Eve.
My 84 year old dad lived for another 9 months. My mom, who had been partially crippled by a
stroke nearly 15 years earlier lasted for about 5 more years. I'm nearly 60 now and I remember
it like yesterday. They, my brother especially, are never far from my thoughts. I carry on, but
I spare a moment to glance back every day.

I've come to see that there is something in life's experiences that prepares a child for the
death of a parent. It's sad, but we know that our parents expect us to carry on, demand it even.
They spent their lives expecting that we will carry on after they are gone.

There is nothing in life's experience that prepares parents for the loss of a child. Nothing. I
think it's the cruelest blow that life can deal.

I pray that you and your family will find the strength to carry on. The pain dulls with time but
it never goes away.

[Homer.Simpson]

Jim Thompson said

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

My sincere condolences Jim.

The only thing I can offer is a humble prayer for you and yours.

[Robert]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

I'm sorry to hear it Jim. Three weeks ago my Mother died.

My Aunt went that fast about 7 months ago. The World seems like a very bleak
place at times.

Robert

[Nico Coesel]

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.

My condolences. I wish you and your family strength to recover from
this enormous loss.

Nico

[jack]

You and your family are in our prayers.

Jack

[John Perry]

Post by Jim Thompson
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.

I've lost family to cancer, and a child, but I've been spared your kind
of loss so far.

Like others here, I am religious, so I'll keep you and yours in prayer,
and offer condolences.

John Perry

[Jim Thompson]

On Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:30:04 -0700, Jim Thompson

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

The remaining problem, getting the 5-year-old daughter to understand
took a sudden turn this afternoon...

She started consoling Mommy, "It's alright Mommy, we can get a new
Daddy" ;-)

...Jim Thompson

[Michael A. Terrell]

Post by John Ferrell
On Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:30:04 -0700, Jim Thompson

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

The remaining problem, getting the 5-year-old daughter to understand
took a sudden turn this afternoon...
She started consoling Mommy, "It's alright Mommy, we can get a new
Daddy" ;-)

Out of the mouth of babes?

[Ian]

Post by John Ferrell
On Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:30:04 -0700, Jim Thompson

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
I had never experienced cancer first hand before, and never knew how
fast it could progress, or how destructive it could be... into
hospital, not feeling right, on March 14, dead on April 20.
...Jim Thompson

The remaining problem, getting the 5-year-old daughter to understand
took a sudden turn this afternoon...
She started consoling Mommy, "It's alright Mommy, we can get a new
Daddy" ;-)
...Jim Thompson

My deepest condolences on your loss.

It sounds like you have a granddaughter to be proud of.

Regards
Ian

[Jay Elston]

Hello Jim,

Post by Jim Thompson
I spent today trying to be normal, trying to get back on my emotional
feet, but I guess I might as well get it out...
My youngest son, Duane, age 33, died at 2AM this morning from colon
cancer which spread to liver and lungs.
...Jim Thompson

I'm so sorry Jim. Our greatest joys are linked to our deepest sorrows. May
you
remember the joys your son brought to you and his family long after your
sorrows fade.

Jay Elsto