What sad sad news about such a brave and kind lady. How we wish she could have seen Bean. Sincere condolences to you Ian and all the family and you can of course still post any time, if you feel it would help you or you would just like to share something.
Another bright star twinkling down on us
Lily x
hi ian, posted elsewhere but just to say thinking of you all and you are welcome to post anytime xxx
Debs knew love and it surrounded her. God bless her and her family.
dx
Ian phoned me last night to tell me of Debs death, only to be told that his thunder had been stolen - we all knew. Clearly he was grateful for all the heartfelt messages posted subsequently, but I cannot tell you how upsetting it was to for him to discover that this news had been posted without recourse to him or Debs family.
I’m not sure I can remember this ever happening before, except in cases where perhaps partners are not involved with this website maybe - but this was not the case here.
I’m sure none of us ever wants to see this happening again, I’m also sure Debs would have had some very strong words to say about this.
My thoughts are with Ian and their family right now. Debs was a truly amazing woman, full of knowledge and humour and although I only had ‘met’ her on these forums her legacy will live on. God bless
Nicky xx
So sorry … such sad news.
My thoughts are with Debs family… I wish you strength to get through the tough times ahead.
Rest in peace Debs x
Condolences to Ian and Debs daughters, she was an inspirational woman.
Marmite xx
Dear Ian and family
I’m so sorry to read your news and my thoughts are with you at this time.
I would like to say Thank you to Debs and so many of you ladies on here for your support.
I’m not a sufferer but watched my mum suffer from this awful disease, who passed away in April this year.
It broke my heart when Debs started to deteriorate so quickly, reading her blogs reminded me so much of what my mum went through, i hope she is at peace now!
Like so many ladies on here, you were an inspiration to so many others and well liked.
May you rest in peace now Debs
All my love to Ian and Family
Kerry xx
Thank you Ian, for taking the time to let us know of the death of your wife. Though not unexpected, it is still a great shock to read the words in cold print. I hope Debs is not so much at peace, as causing a right ruckus with DippyKate, Jane, Deirdre, and all our other absent friends.
My thoughts and condolences to you and Debs’ daughters throughout the coming difficult days.
Rest in Peace Debs.
Jenny x
My love and thoughts go to this wonderful woman’s family at this very sad time. You really were an inspiration,Debs.R.I.P and love.
Dear Ian
My saddest condolences to you and the family – Debs was such an inspiration to us here on these boards. She gave her energy, knowledge & strength so generously to us all, both virtually & publicly in many campaigns – she will be so missed.
Marilyn x
RIP dearest Debs, you were diagnosed about the same time as me If I remember right. Ian do hope you and your family take comfort from all the folks on this site. If there are such a thing as angels
I would like to think that you are folded in their wings and find the peace you so deserve. Send me a little white feather sweetheart. If you see my friend Mags and Corrinna ( they both passed over this year thanks to this bloody evil disease) tell them I love and miss them. and we will all miss you and your uplifting chats on forum.
Fondest love Bobbie
My Thoughts are with Ian the children today. Debs will be at peace now, I do hope the funeral went as you wished it.
Gob Bless you
My sincere condolancies
Traceyxx
Have been thinking of debs family today.It is my wedding anniversary or I would have tried to go.
Have just got back on the site since before Xmas. I’m absolutely devastated at the loss of Debs. She was a true lady with always the ‘right word’ for everyone. She consoled me after the death of my chemo buddy and was always up-beat.
God bless. RIP.
Mal x
Hi Mal,
Sorry you’ve had to come back to this news. It really rocks your foundations, doesn’t it? I’ve been thinking of Debs and all my bc friends i lost in 2009 as I went to a bereavement/remembrance service at my church yesterday. We could put forward names to be listed in the order of service, and we got an opportunity to go up and light a candle for the person/people we were thinking of.
Jacquie x
That service sounds lovely Jacquie.
I don’t have mets (yet) (although I have a scare and will get the results this week). I’m just stage 2b but a few months ago was celebrating my good fortune and feeling really well. Well enough to offer to be a cancer buddy. Thought I would ‘put something back’. I’ve supported 3 BC girls - 2 have died. The prognosis for the 3rd is not good. It’s really hit me how devastating this disease is.
I know there are a lot of people out there who just get on with their lives but when you get to know indivuals it reaaly brings it home.
Debs was one of the first people to contact me and offer support and I’ve been ‘itching’ to get back on the forum to see how she was doing. It’s all such a waste of really good people with productive lives.
Mal x
I too used to find Debs my inspiration, and don’t know how she kept posting till the end.
I have had a rough couple of weeks in hospital and am home again now, but so weak. So I am afraid I am going to have a moan.
I start a new chemo this afternoon mytomycin C and capcitabine on a lower dose as it did not suit me well before, but didn’t actually fail.Took 3 hours to get blood yesterday but they were OK as not had chemo since Dec 30th as not been well enough.Benn on continous chemo for 16 month now, used up all standard treatments so all a bit experimental now. Was hoping to go to Teneriffe at end of the month for a week but cannot get insurance from even the specialist companies, and not sure I am up for it anyway.
So sorry to have such a moan.
Marmite xx
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Poppy
Hi Marmite,
Sorry to hear you’re not feeling to good.I’m fairly new to this forum but have read quite a few posts, some of which were Debs,and i can see why you found her an insiration.
I now Know why they say you’re 'breast cancer journey’because of the
real highs and terrible lows,but somehow we find the strength and Debs certainly showed that in her posts.
I hope you’re new chemo went well and is kind to you,and you start to feel better soon.Lots of love Lesleyxx