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As a few on this forum are aware, Judy, my older sister, has been in the hospital for almost two weeks. Her neurologist had her admitted because of a drooping eyelid... nothing that sounded too alarming, but within a few days she started having severe seizures and coming in and out of consciousness... mostly out. Scans have found lesions on the lining of the brain behind her eye and a small nodule, and the doctors are still stumped. An infection was suspected due to inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal chord, but strong antibiotics have made little difference. A drain was installed yesterday to relieve pressure on her brain, and there has been a small improvement, but we're really pins and needles until the cytology (cancer screening) report comes back within the next few days. If that's negative, they will have to biopsy the growths.
Needless to say, this hasn't been much of Christmas for us. We've been at the hospital every day for the past few, and I've been able to get some responses out of her, even some laughter at a few of my jokes. She's in there, but it's like she's just beneath the surface.
My sister has not had an easy life, and in a lot of ways was just starting to come into herself. For this to happen is the cruelest stroke of all. I wanted to ask, whatever your affiliation or inclination, to send thoughts and prayers her way, because we a quite helpless right now.
Thanks for listening.
Nelson
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 12:46:37 AM
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Course we will Pal
I can have Father Bill say a Mass for her.
And Shay knows the Phone # of his guy upstairs or at his age is that teletype! ;)
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 01:50:36 AM
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Prayers for Judy, from Ohio NP759... Have a very strong prayer group here linked from a close friend , older gentleman in Texas. I believe his list goes all over the nation. Will gladly add Judy to this list..
Wishing all of your family stength to get thru these hard times.. Walt
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 06:51:04 AM
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I will remember Judy for comfort, healing, and strength in our prayers.
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 09:07:53 AM
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| Sending prayers & thoughts your way Nelson. Hopefully she recovers soon!
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 09:23:44 AM
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Nelson,
Judy, will be in our prayers along with the rest of your whole family.....
I'm sorry to hear of the Christmas you've had, God Bless you all......Family is where its at!
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 09:49:08 AM
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Hi NickelPlate759,
You and your family are in my prayers for sure.
Stay strong for her.
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 11:07:30 AM
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Nelson,
I will light a Novena candle at my hometown church for Judy.
My prayers are with you,
-R
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 11:30:11 AM
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Nelson : Judy is my youngest daughters name. I picked it out. It is a lovely name. May your sister be better soon. She has my prayers.
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 11:37:33 AM
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| Judy is in the thoughts and prayers of the STC crew here in Frankfort, and our extended family as well. Wishing her and her family (and you Nelson of course) hope, peace, and recovery... may your burdens be lifted soon.
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 12:28:59 PM
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Our prayers are with you and your family...I too have been going through this..been in and out of the hospital the past 3 or 4 weeks...I start chemo on Jan 14...I wish Judy all the best
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 2:31:24 PM
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My heart goes out to your sister and your whole family Nelson!
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 3:13:29 PM
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| hi nelson,my thoughts for judy,and the family,god bless you all ken
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| In my prayers and thoughts . Hope for the best AMEN!!
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 4:34:16 PM
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Thanks everyone for such an outpouring of support. It's nice to see we're not just a bunch train collectors, but a family in our own right. 
Ted, you'll be in my prayers as well. Best of luck on your treatment regimen.
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Posted - December 26 2012 : 4:43:46 PM
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Thanx Nelson
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Posted - December 27 2012 : 7:03:43 PM
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Ted,
I'll add you to the prayers too! Wish you and Judy, both well!
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Posted - December 29 2012 : 03:01:56 AM
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May the Lord bring you Peace, comfort, and joy in this time of trusting faith to bring at ease these times of unrest... in Jesus' name, Amen.
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Posted - December 29 2012 : 07:16:00 AM
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Ted,
I'll pray for healing,strength, and comfort for you as well.
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Posted - December 29 2012 : 6:38:05 PM
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Judy is relatively stable after having the lesions biopsied. The results are expected on Monday. She developed some pneumonia in one lung. The doctors feel she's strong enough to handle that, but their general tone regarding her condition isn't positive. Even if this disease can be identified, they're not sure it can be treated.
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Posted - December 30 2012 : 5:48:47 PM
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My prayers are with Judy.
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Posted - December 30 2012 : 6:22:37 PM
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I pray for Judy too and hopes she pulls through. I know how hard of a time you're going through. Its so blessing knowing so many members care about a fellow member's sister! Ted, I also pray you feel much better and pull through!
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Posted - January 10 2013 : 9:17:12 PM
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I figured I'd better give everyone an update. The disease has advanced quickly, and the head of neurology believes the lesions are lymphoma, but that the test results were masked by the steroids she was being given, which they can apparently do. The lesions are on much of the outer skin of the brain and down around the top of the spinal chord. We gave DNR consent, and she is being kept comfortable now with morphine. It's just a matter of time.
Thanks everybody for your concern.
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Posted - January 10 2013 : 10:35:26 PM
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Nickel Plate - Sorry to read of your post above - Death has visited my family recently along with friends of which one passed today of a massive heart attack at age 44. Prayers to you and your family - Brian - BriansTyco
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Posted - January 11 2013 : 08:56:41 AM
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. Life is Frail and Brief
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I am so sorry,
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Posted - January 11 2013 : 4:05:06 PM
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Ugh... not the update I was hoping for, but at least it sounds like the situation is being managed and she is taken care of to ease the transition... I hope it is a smooth one and time does not drag on painfully.
Wishing Judy, you, and your family abundant strength and solace.
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Posted - January 11 2013 : 7:22:52 PM
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On behalf of our family, please accept our prayers.
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Posted - January 12 2013 : 10:25:11 AM
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You have my prayers as well. Please keep us updated. This is a family forum and this is all about family.
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 01:18:32 AM
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Thanks again for all the kind thoughts. I haven't been on the forum in a few days because I just didn't have the energy.
We were notified by the hospital tonight that Judy died at 11 PM. She went peacefully and pain-free.
This is for you, Jude. Hope to see you on the other side. Love ya.
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 01:24:48 AM
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| So sorry for your loss NP. May God bring peace to you & your family as he welcomes Judy back home for a new life of eternal joy. ...Walt
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 07:25:43 AM
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I'm so sorry Nelson.
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 08:21:11 AM
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I'm shocked and saddened by her passing. Our prayers are with your family.
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 10:45:20 AM
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 2:10:15 PM
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Rest in Peace Judy.
My prayers go out to you and your family Nelson.
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 2:27:07 PM
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| my deepest sympathy to you and family nelson,may she rest in peace,ken
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 2:44:50 PM
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I am so sorry. This came to mind. so i wrote it. I hope it helps.
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Often, I See my family members who have gone ahead.
I glimpse them in the window of a bus moving past.
On the street side as I drive by.
Away from me in a crowd, looking at me.
Always looking at me.
Always smiling.
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Posted - January 13 2013 : 7:23:10 PM
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Our sincere condolences and sympathies on your loss, Nels.
Keep her memory close and constant; that is what preserves her forever.
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Posted - January 14 2013 : 05:17:38 AM
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May God bless your hearts
and away from the hurts.
An easing away from pain...
and bring around the model peace train.
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Posted - January 14 2013 : 07:58:03 AM
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Nelson,
God Speed! I'm sorry to hear of the loss and how that is with a loved one...
May our father be with her and your entire family in this time of grief and pain.......GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
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Posted - January 14 2013 : 08:00:56 AM
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Posted - January 14 2013 : 09:05:47 AM
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Nelson,
Sending prayers and thoughts to you and your family. My deepest condolences.
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Posted - January 15 2013 : 10:23:30 PM
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| Sorry I haven't responded before...I'm terrible with this sort of thing and never know what to say. But I am sorry to hear of your loss.
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Posted - January 15 2013 : 11:44:44 PM
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Hi NickelPlate759,
I am so sorry for your Families loss. You are all in my prayers.
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Posted - January 16 2013 : 12:56:25 AM
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Thanks again for everybody's concern and well-wishes. I've been on the other side of the equation and never know what to say either; it's hard to come up with something that doesn't sound trite.
A silver lining has been reconnecting with old friends, at least one of whom said her entire life was inspired by Judy and their friendship as kids, and Judy's prodigious artistic talent. I'm sure exposure to Judy's cartooning played no small role in the fact that this woman's eldest brother has ended up being quite big in the animation world.
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Posted - January 16 2013 : 04:56:46 AM
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I'm usually horrible when it comes to these things, since I never know what to say, but here's a little poem I wrote:
"In Remembrance of Judy"
I awake and find myself on a train
Traveling through plain and mountain snow.
I find myself wondering where I'm headed,
And, when I get there, which way to go.
I turn from the window and look around
To see who else is along for the ride
I'm taken aback when I turn and see
A pretty young lady sitting by my side
I clear my throat and introduce myself
She turns and smiles, then says “Judy's my name”
I ask her where this train is headed
And I ask her if she knows from whence I came
“This is the train of life and time”, she responds,
“We all get to ride it for awhile,
Some only travel for a short distance
But I've been on here for a number of miles”
“Where does it take us?” I ask of her
She smiles again and says to me
Why, to your transfer, of course
We all disembark eventually
Just about then I felt the train slow
And then I saw Judy shed one small tear
The conductor walked in and called to her
“Judy, your time is near”
I worriedly asked her
“But where are you going?”
Judy stood up and said to me
(while the train was still slowing)
“The Owner of this train has been gracious to me
allowing me to ride for many a mile
But now He's prepared another train
One which take me home in a little while”
As the train slowly came to a halt
Judy arose and walked to the door
I bid her farewell as she blew me a kiss
And then she stepped out, and I saw her no more
I looked out the window one more time,
As our train began to move once more
And there I saw a golden streamliner
And caught a glimpse of Judy climbing on board.
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Posted - January 17 2013 : 12:29:47 PM
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That was a really moving poem, Andy. My Mom had me print it out for her. 
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