Just spoke with Deanne's husband....

Girls... I don't know how to write this. Joe just called and wanted me to let everyone know that Deanne passed away last night around 7:30. He said he'd been out to the store to get dog food and had just come home and found her. He said she wasn't coherent when he found her, but was still breathing at that time....and then just slipped away. He said it was like she was holding on till he got home to be with her when she died. He said he was thankful he was the one who found her and got to be with her those last moments. I asked about the boys. He said the older one understands what has happened, but the younger one really doesn't understand right now. He says they are all fine. I asked if we could do anything for them and he said no, just that he wanted us to know. I feel so awful. I thought about Deanne often, but didn't call. Now I wish I had. I regret not speaking with her when I had the chance. Even with all that was happening in her life, she was such a beautiful person, such a ray of sunshine. Every minute we spent talking was precious. I will miss her so very much. Strange, isn't it, how someone I've never met has touched my life so deeply and will be missed so much. Hold your loved ones close and tell them you love them. Call your friends and tell them too. It's true that we don't say "I called too often" or "I told them I loved them too much"....we only regret what we don't do or say..... And, if y'all don't already know....I love each and every one of you very much. You've enriched my life and I feel I'm a better person for "knowing" all of you. Susan

Susan thank you for letting us know. I am beyond speechless and heart broken for not only her but for her family. I can not imagine what they are having to deal with right now. My thoughts are with them all. She was a beautiful person. I just don't know what to say. To say the least I am in total shock. Again thank you for letting us know. Felicia

Thank you for always updating us on Deanne. I thought of her often. I am at a loss for words right now. My heart is broken. I will keep her and her family in my prayers. Luv, Allison

Wow this is such a shame. I feel so bad for her children and family. My thoughts and prayers are with them. Thank you for keeping us up to date. Tara PS I agree completely. My immediate family lives half a country away and I believe this group has been a surrogate family for me. Thank each and every one of you for all the kind words and support. We never take the time to tell people how feel until it is too late.

I dont even know what to say.. I thought about her often.. So concered for her kids and hubby.. I just cant believe this has happened.. wow.. She has gone through so much.. I will say prayer for her family tonight.. Love you guys so much!! Tiffany

There are no words to describe the loss her family must feel. Even though I rarely post here, I do read almost every day and have often thought about her and her family. This is so heartbreaking. Hugs to you all and especially Deanne's family. Jenn

This is heart breaking news. My heart goes out to her husband and kids. What a courageous woman she was.

Father, Our hearts are breaking over our loss of Deanne. We know that she is no longer in pain, but our pain is still with us. Joe and the boys have lost so much. Please wrap Your loving arms around them and give them strength. Comfort all of us with Your love. Amen

Thank you for letting us know. I am speechless myself. I can not even wrap my brain around it all. I am saying a prayer for Joe and the boys right now. Although I do not post that much, I too read almost daily and want you all to know that you support is appreciated. Dawn

Susan, Thank you for letting all of us know, My heart has sunk and my breath taken away by the news. My heart and prayers are with her family. The loss of a loved one is never one we are prepared for even when we know it is "coming". I hope we can all find some comfort in knowing that she is no longer in any pain. She is at peace. Thank you for letting us know. Love and big hugs to everyone on here. Melissa