• Memoriam wall
    • We've created a memoriam wall to remember our friends
    • If you know someone that battled ALS, please add them here
Status
Not open for further replies.

firefly34

New member
Joined
May 7, 2018
Messages
5
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
00/0000
Country
US
State
AL
City
Enterprise
Doubt anyone reads this things. Just wanted to mention my Dad passed.

Came to this forum a few times for a help and it was much appreciated. His ALS moved so quickly we were unable to get him any of the benefits he deserved for being a veteran. I tried my best for my Dad. My heart goes out to anyone suffering from this disease.

In January my Dad was fine. He died on Sept. 5, 2018 of acute respiratory failure caused by ALS. At the time of his death, he was in a nursing home, unable to move. No medical personnel seemed to know how to properly treat him. My dad didn’t want to die in a nursing home.

He was 58 years old. I have lived with him all my life.

If you are a family member of someone with ALS, please tell them you love them. If you suspect you or a loved one has ALS, talk to your doctor openly and honestly about your concerns.
 

Nikki J

Moderator
Joined
Mar 22, 2012
Messages
15,715
Reason
PALS
Diagnosis
04/2014
Country
US
State
MA
City
Boston
I am so sorry for your loss. I know your dad felt your love and he was lucky to have you. Peace and healing to you as he flies free
 

lgelb

Moderator
Forum Supporter
Joined
Nov 5, 2009
Messages
13,617
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
00/0000
Country
US
State
WA
City
Seattle
I'm very sorry about your dad, Firefly. Though his final days were not at home, he knew you loved and wanted the best for him. Much peace and strength, and stop by any time that it helps you put the last year in perspective.

Best,
Laurie
 

KimT

Extremely helpful member
Forum Supporter
Joined
Nov 18, 2014
Messages
4,798
Reason
PALS
Diagnosis
08/2015
Country
US
State
South
City
The Beach
I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find peace moving forward.
 

LeslieR

Member
Joined
Mar 23, 2017
Messages
16
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
03/2017
Country
US
State
TX
City
Humble
I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that your Dad knew and felt your love. The disease is a beast and totally out of anyone's control .
 

KarenNWendyn

Moderator
Forum Supporter
Joined
Jul 29, 2017
Messages
3,933
Reason
PALS
Diagnosis
07/2017
Country
US
State
OR
City
Southern Oregon
I’m so sorry to hear about how your dad went. My condolences along with wishes for peace and strength for you and your family.
 

pittsburghgal

Senior member
Joined
Jan 7, 2016
Messages
569
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
11/2011
Country
US
State
PA
City
Pittsburgh
Firefly, I am so sorry for your loss of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

You are so right about telling your PALS that you love them.

Sharon
 

Narrowminded

Extremely helpful member
Joined
Apr 30, 2016
Messages
2,810
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
07/2007
Country
US
State
PA
City
Pittsburgh
Firefly - I am so so sorry about your father. You were a great CALS. Sending thought for peace and comfort at this time.

Hugs
 

Jrzygrl

Senior member
Joined
Feb 14, 2017
Messages
751
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
08/2014
Country
US
State
NJ
City
X
So sorry for your loss Firefly. Wishing you peace.
 

texastc

Distinguished member
Joined
Aug 30, 2015
Messages
281
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
09/2013
Country
US
State
TX
City
Acuff
Real sorry for your loss. Thank you for being there for him. He is flying free now, free from the ALS monster. I wish peace for you and yours.
 

wishmobbing

Senior member
Joined
Dec 5, 2017
Messages
871
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
07/2017
Country
DE
State
BW
City
Stuttgart
firefly, sorry your dad had to go this way and so quickly. I hope you can take your time to get to terms with everything and wish you much strength.
 

Angiegal

Distinguished member
Joined
Feb 15, 2017
Messages
309
Reason
PALS
Diagnosis
09/2015
Country
CA
State
Ontario
City
Kitchener
So sorry for your loss

Angie
 

ThisPresentMoment

Distinguished member
Joined
May 30, 2018
Messages
124
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
12/2017
Country
US
State
MN
City
Minneapolis
Firefly, I'm so sorry that you lost your Dad and so quickly. May you find comfort in the years you had together and the love that you shared.
 

Bestfriends14

Very helpful member
Forum Supporter
Joined
May 7, 2017
Messages
1,846
Reason
Lost a loved one
Diagnosis
05/2017
Country
CA
State
AB
City
CALGARY
I'm so very sorry for your loss, Firefly. Your dad is now free. My thoughts are with you.

Joanna
 

frankb

Senior member
Joined
Jun 8, 2011
Messages
587
Reason
PALS
Diagnosis
10/2010
Country
US
State
Georgia
City
Sandy Springs
so sorry, firefly, for your loss and for your pain. may your dad rest in peace and may you and your family find solace in a lifetime of memories.
 
Status
Not open for further replies.
Top