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Our dear friend Liz

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15 Jun

Hello, Crafters.

Our very dear friend Liz passed away peacefully just before midnight last night. Othman and I both feel very relieved that she isn’t suffering anymore but so sad she’s no longer with us. She was like a surrogate Mum to us both.

She fought a long and valiant battle with cancer, confounding her doctors who were convinced she wouldn’t make it through February last year! She led a good life, always putting others first; her life story would make an excellent book.  

I’m going to spend the day in my studio and will be back tomorrow. Happy crafting.

JanB.



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  1. Geraldine Homenchuk says

    June 15, 2017 at 2:04 pm

    Ah, so very sorry for your loss. It's not at all unnatural to feel both relief and loss at the same time, when someone you have loved has passed. Comforting thoughts for you both just now as you grieve and remember your times of togetherness. God bless.

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    • Jan says

      June 15, 2017 at 8:33 pm

      Many thanks for your kind words, Geraldine. JanB.

      Reply
  2. Nanci says

    June 15, 2017 at 3:54 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. I sure you have many happy memories to help you cheer up

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    • Jan says

      June 15, 2017 at 8:35 pm

      Yes, you're so right, Nanci, many, many happy thoughts. Thank you. JanB.

      Reply
  3. Sandi Warthen says

    June 15, 2017 at 4:03 pm

    I don't know of anyone who hasn't been touched by cancer in some way-dreaded disease. I am so sorry for the loss of your friend

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    • Jan says

      June 15, 2017 at 8:37 pm

      Yes, you're so right, Sandi. I pray a prevention and a cure are discovered sooner rather than later. Thank you. JanB.

      Reply
  4. Jillian Selwood says

    June 15, 2017 at 4:29 pm

    So sorry to hear this Jan. Thinking of you xx

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    • Jan says

      June 15, 2017 at 8:38 pm

      Many thanks for your kind words, Jillian. JanB.

      Reply
  5. Sharie says

    June 15, 2017 at 6:48 pm

    Oh Jan, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear friend Liz. Many prayers to you and her family during this so difficult time. God Bless you my dear!!!

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    • Jan says

      June 15, 2017 at 8:40 pm

      Many thanks for your very kind words, Sharie. Thank you. JanB.

      Reply
  6. sheron Egolf says

    June 15, 2017 at 8:34 pm

    So sorry for the loss of your friend. It sounds like she was a special lady.

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    • Jan says

      June 15, 2017 at 8:42 pm

      Many thanks, Sheron. Yes, you're so right, a very special lady indeed. Thank you. JanB.

      Reply
  7. kristin forrester says

    June 15, 2017 at 8:35 pm

    So sorry for your loss. I just lost my finance of 25 years this February he was battling several brain tumors.
    He fought for a year and a half.

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    • Jan says

      June 15, 2017 at 8:45 pm

      Oh no, that's awful Kristin. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, too. I hope you have many happy memories to see you through this painful time, too. Thank you. God bless you. JanB.

      Reply
  8. Cherie says

    June 15, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    Jan, My heart goes out to you and yours. It is always so painful to lose a loved one. Keeping you in my prayers for comfort. Hugs!

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    • Jan says

      June 15, 2017 at 9:52 pm

      Many thanks for your kind words and prayers, Cherie. JanB.

      Reply
  9. Kaye Charles says

    June 15, 2017 at 11:22 pm

    So sorry to hear of your sad loss, you spoke so highly of her, she will always be with you , love and prayers to you both

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    • Jan says

      June 16, 2017 at 8:09 am

      Many thanks, Kaye. Yes, you're right, Liz will always be with me. She has been a fabulous role model to have in my life. JanB.

      Reply
  10. Ann Williams says

    June 16, 2017 at 3:47 am

    dear Jan

    so very sorry to hear of your loss. my thoughts and prayers go out to you.

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    • Jan says

      June 16, 2017 at 8:13 am

      Many thanks for your kind words and thoughts, Ann. JanB.

      Reply
  11. Pearl Hudson says

    June 16, 2017 at 8:25 am

    so sorry Jan. you have lost a dear friend. hugs

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    • Jan says

      June 16, 2017 at 9:23 am

      Many thanks for your kind thoughts, Pearl. JanB.

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  12. Catherine Giordano says

    June 16, 2017 at 10:38 am

    So sorry for your loss, Jan. I remember the beautiful birthday card you made her last year. Must be so many wonderful things to remember about her in your life.

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    • Jan says

      June 16, 2017 at 10:52 am

      Many thanks, Catherine. Yes, as time goes on, it'll be easier to smile when I think about Liz. JanB.

      Reply
  13. Gregsgirl's crafty corner says

    June 16, 2017 at 10:41 am

    Hi Jan I'm sad to hear that for you, I'm thinking of you and sending you a virtual hug xo Lindsey

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    • Jan says

      June 16, 2017 at 10:52 am

      Many thanks for your kindness, Lindsey. JanB.

      Reply
  14. EPGoddess says

    June 16, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    Dear Jan,
    The sting of death is always hard to deal with, because we were never created to die. Thankfully, there is comfort and hope in the Scriptures at John 5:28, 29, which tells us there is going to be a resurrection. This is no idle promise, but a solid guarantee from God himself. Take time to grieve the loss of your friend. Cry all you want to. Sometimes, it might even help to write down how you're feeling. Most of all, talk to God earnestly in prayer. Not only will He hear you, but He'll also give you the comfort & strength needed to get through this difficult time. (Psalms 34:18) Sending you "virtual" hugs & love.

    Barbara

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    • Jan says

      June 17, 2017 at 6:14 am

      Many thanks for your very kind thoughts, Barbara. JanB.

      Reply
    • SueB says

      June 21, 2017 at 3:24 pm

      Hi Jan, just catching up on my emails. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear friend Liz. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

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    • Jan says

      June 22, 2017 at 9:43 am

      Many thanks, SueB. It's Liz's funeral tomorrow. I'll be pleased once it's over because I feel in limbo during this in-between time. JanB.

      Reply

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