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Maria V. 21 years, 7 months ago

God bless Sally and her dear friend, Lois.

ceridwyn 21 years, 7 months ago

For SALLY SIMATOS ~ It is such a shame that so many people seem to fulfill their reason for being on earth by suffering through many heartaches and then have that life end in an untimely death. <p> I am in shock, as this all happened so quickly. It has taken a couple of days to even get my thoughts together as to what I wanted to say. And these words don't even begin to touch the depth of how I feel about Sally's death. She was so close to having her WLS, however, I believe she intuitively knew that it wouldn't happen. But this time, perhaps, death was not totally in vain. For Sally had time to share with us her sufferings, revelations about her feelings and experiences as an MO person, and how they affected her throughtout her life. This outpouring of what was in her heart are what made made Sally so special to us. Through her words she validated the truth of our lives as MO people.<p> Sally and I began to communicate through e-mail when she first began posting a little over a year ago. I learned about many of her life's trials and tribulations, but I also found that she knew how to be a friend and lend an ear as well. I felt blessed to count her amoung my friends. <p> And on this site she made many friends, and I am so happy for her that this happened. She needed to know she was loved. I thank God that she realized, through this site, that she was loved and adored, perhaps by thousands. It's just a shame for her that it wasn't the "right" people that showed her love. <p> One of Sally's friends in particular, LOIS BOGAN, was ALWAYS there for her. And when the time came Lois stepped back and let Sally try for that loving relationship with the family that she longed for even though it hurt her to her soul. Thank you Lois for being there when Sally needed you and also for knowing when to let go when she didn't. That is a special gift that not many of us possess.<p> And now that Sally's soul has passed into the ethereal world of grand universal energy, she is in a far better place where she no longer faces daily pain, isolation, and rejection. For this, I rejoice. <p> In memory of Sally I planted an apple tree in my back yard because she and I used to talk about her apple cisp... how much she loved to make it and how it smelled and tasted. And as that tree grows, it will remind me of the courage and determination that Sally displayed during the most difficult time in her life and the beauty of her soul, the person she shared with us and is, as she always was, as beautiful as anything in our universe. <p> Maybe we could all do something like that... plant something in Sally's memory and allow it to grow into something beautiful... something just as beautiful as Sally.<p> I love you, Sally, my friend. Vaya con Dios. Hugs, love, and peace in your new place of contentment - Mel

Kelly W. 21 years, 7 months ago

I am truly saddened by the loss of such an incredible woman. We will miss you, Sally. You are an angel to us all! My condolences to Sally's family and to Louis, for you were a dear friend to her.

Jen S. 21 years, 7 months ago

I'm sorry for the premature post. I should have read the others before I posted my piece.

Jen S. 21 years, 7 months ago

I have very sad news to share. I live about 10 minutes from Sally. I know that many of you talked with her and shared in her pain. She did not have surgery as far as I'm aware, but she passed away Monday evening in a local nursing home. She was 44. The newspaper website is pottsville.com (the paper is the pottsville republican in pottsville PA). According to the obituary there is a memorial fund to Saint Luke's School of Nursing (Sally was an RN) 915 Ostrum St. Bethlehem, PA 18015. I am so upset. I lived so close but never did anything to help her. I'm in shock. May she rest in peace and her soul live on forever.

Pamela C. 21 years, 7 months ago

I was so saddened by the loss of dear Sally. Her posts were to be read and cherished. She certainly had a talent for writing. I always envied her ability to put feelings into words so that everyone knew exactly what she was going through. But Sally is beyond pain and suffering now. She is in a better place now. There was a story about just how sweet and compassionate dear Sally was. About how she took a woman she worked with into her life. Sally let this woman, Grace, live in a house that Sally owned and helped her get along. Then Grace died. I don't know the why of it...maybe Lois could tell us this story again. But one of the first things I thought of when I found out Sally was gone was that she would be able to see her friend Grace again. I can imagine them sitting up there just having a great conversation and catching up on everything. From Lois' posts it sounds like Sally had everything all planned out and that just sounds like Sally, to make sure not to be a burden on anyone. Sally spent her life taking care of other peoples needs...that is what she did best. Now I hope others are taking care of Sally! Dear Sally...we will remember you always. Pam

charanewme 21 years, 7 months ago

My heart goes out to Sally,s family and friends. My sincere sympathy. Charlene

keaton 21 years, 7 months ago

To Sally's family and friends, may the Lord be with you in your time of sorrow.

Lise W. 21 years, 7 months ago

And now dear Sally, you are totally free to enjoy pain and heartache no more!! No more struggles in the shower, no more SOB, no more heartache of family not caring. Now you watch over your dearest friend Lois who watched over you and you watch over us all. We will be eternally gratefull for all your wisdom and that you shared with us along your hard, painful journey. May you now know peace and joy and freedom of movement and utter joy! And to those of us left behind please remember just how short life really is and love all those you can...Lise

cinchouli 21 years, 7 months ago

Alot of things I hear from people when a loved one dies, or a child was killed, or 1000's die in an earthquake, or the explosion of a building, is What kind of god would allow this to happen? This is one I always pondered when my grandmother died when I was 14. This would be a cold world if there weren't deaths of this kind. We need to have them no matter how bitter we become. This is the way we are taught compassion. It helps us to cherish those who are now living. Those who have died before us are our teachers. And a strong message they have sent to us. Live and love. Help those who need help. For they may be nolonger be there for you to say I care for you. Or I love you. Sally you have taught us well. I will always remember.