THANK YOU

Thank you so much for all of your support - from the time Dallas was diagnosed until the end of our journey together - having all of you walk with us lightened our burden more than you'll ever know. Special thanks to all of you who were able to make it to the Memorial Service and the reception at our home. It was so wonderful to share stories and memories about the man who was everything to us. As we work through our grief we find strength in knowing that you are there for us. Thank you so much.

Love,
Patty, Jordan, Marcus and Heather

BYE BYE LOVE

As many of you already know, we lost Dallas Wednesday morning. We invite you to join us in celebrating his life.

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Friday, June 10th, 2011 at 2:00 pm

at

First Memorial Funeral Chapel

4725 Falaise Drive

Saanich, BC

After the service, please join us at our home to share memories over drinks and appetizers.

Love,

Patty, Marcus, Jordan and Heather

OUR HOSPICE AT HOME

Hi everyone...thanks as always for keeping in touch - your emails, calls, texts and notes are always appreciated - I'm sorry that I haven't been able to answer them. The past few weeks have become increasingly difficult for us as Dallas has suffered some major setbacks. A couple of weeks ago he had his first ride in an ambulance because he had a seizure and was having trouble breathing. He was diagnosed with pneumonia and was put on some anti-seizure medication which has thankfully lessened the intensity of his seizures. Because his immune system is so compromised he has also developed a painful case of shingles. Unfortunately, over the last several weeks Dallas has quickly moved from cane to wheelchair and now must be fully assisted whenever he moves out of his favourite chair.

As a family we continue to try and roll with the punches and work together to keep Dallas as comfortable as possible. Dallas was always been very determined to stay out the hospital so with the help of our medical team we have a hospice at home. Dallas can't take his medicine orally anymore so the Palliative Care Team have set up IV lines so that the boys and I can administer the meds that keep him comfortable. Today a hospital bed will replace Dallas's lazy boy chair and homecare staff will be here daily to look after his needs. Marcus and Heather have moved in as well and our hope is that Dallas knows he is constantly surrounded by the love of his family.

Thank you for your prayers and positive thoughts. We need them more than ever now. More later...


Love,

Patty