Minda Butler, Treasured Friend
I have sad news to report. My Florida friend, Minda Butler, passed away on Friday after a valiant fight against cancer. You might recall that I dedicated 8 SANDPIPER WAY to Minda. After several rounds of chemotherapy, Minda decided she would rather die on her own terms than suffer with the treatments. She was one of the bravest women I have ever known, and I will miss her dearly. Her funeral was this morning, and although Wayne and I were unable to attend, our hearts were with her and her husband and family.
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Debbie: I'm so sorry to hear about your friend Minda. Her family will be in my prayers. Friday was a bad day. My youngest son who is 20 is teaching in Japan. He broke his back snowboarding in Northern Japan on Friday. I'm trying to maintain my sanity while waiting for travel arrangements to be made to get me to him. Thank you for your prayers for him. Betsy in Spokane
Posted by betsy on February 9, 2009 at 3:23 PM
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Father God we thank you for the life of Minda; we do not understand your timing, but we will trust you. Comfort and draw near to those who are suffering. Bring peace to them. Amen
Debbie the word of God says, "I will lift my eyes to the hills--where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." (Psalm 121:1-2)
Debbie the word of God says, "I will lift my eyes to the hills--where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." (Psalm 121:1-2)
Posted by cksongbird on February 9, 2009 at 3:38 PM
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I'm sorry for your loss.
Posted by dawnk777 on February 9, 2009 at 3:44 PM
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Debbie, I am so sorry about your friend Minda. I know that her family shouted for joy as she joined them in heaven and were waiting anxiously for her. Her refusing more chemo may have shortened her time here and those who were fortunate enough to have had her in their lives will miss her dearly, but her ancestors and the Savior and Heavenly Father will treasure her presence with them. She has passed for one life into another, more beautiful one.
Posted by redboots on February 9, 2009 at 3:48 PM
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So sorry to hear about Minda, my prayers are with you her friend and her family and their loss.
Also, prayers for Betsy's son in Japan. Cancer is a terrible disease. We can send men to the moon but don't have a handle on cancer treatments. My husband's aunt, whom I have know from the time I was 15, was just diagnosed with lung cancer and she too at 80 has decided to bypass treatment and spend quality not quanitity with her family. The cancer patients seem to know when they have had enough. God be with you
Also, prayers for Betsy's son in Japan. Cancer is a terrible disease. We can send men to the moon but don't have a handle on cancer treatments. My husband's aunt, whom I have know from the time I was 15, was just diagnosed with lung cancer and she too at 80 has decided to bypass treatment and spend quality not quanitity with her family. The cancer patients seem to know when they have had enough. God be with you
Posted by marciaelaine on February 9, 2009 at 3:55 PM
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Debbie, I'm so sorry to hear your friend has died. Nothing I say can ease the pain, but know that you and Minda's family are in my prayers tonight. God bless. Linda D.
Posted by readinglinda on February 9, 2009 at 4:11 PM
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Debbie,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. Being a nurse I understand her feelings and why she wanted to go out on her own terms. I would feel the same way. She was obviously a very brave person. What time she had left she wanted to keep the quality of it up. How very brave of her. She and her family are in my prayers.
I am sure you made her life that much richer for having you in it, you earned your wings on this one. God bless you for being her friend, I am sure it meant a great deal to her. MaryAnn R.
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. Being a nurse I understand her feelings and why she wanted to go out on her own terms. I would feel the same way. She was obviously a very brave person. What time she had left she wanted to keep the quality of it up. How very brave of her. She and her family are in my prayers.
I am sure you made her life that much richer for having you in it, you earned your wings on this one. God bless you for being her friend, I am sure it meant a great deal to her. MaryAnn R.
Posted by maryann on February 9, 2009 at 5:08 PM
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Debbie, please accept my condolences for the loss of your good friend. I'm glad she no longer suffers.
Hugs to you, Debbie.
Hugs to you, Debbie.
Posted by mary beth on February 9, 2009 at 5:27 PM
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I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and her family in my prayers.
Dorothy
Dorothy
Posted by dot2bet on February 9, 2009 at 5:58 PM
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Debbie, I am so sorry for you loss. Your friend was a very brave person to make the decision to have quality of life at the end. I have loss 3 brothers and 1 sister to cancer and I myself is a cancer survivor so, that "word" is not a happy memories for me. I will say a prayer for her family.
Posted by vbf794 on February 9, 2009 at 7:14 PM
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Debbie & Wayne, sorry to hear of the passing of your friend. I too have lost 3 members of our family over the past 6 months; Also, my prayers are with your son Betsy and with you during this time..I hope all goes well with him & a speedy recovery..please keep us posted...LOL Kathi :(
Posted by sabre on February 10, 2009 at 7:15 AM
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Debbie, Your friend Minda has stopped her suffering and is in a much better place. We will keep you and her family in our prayers I too am a caner surviver.. I feel she was needed somewhere else... Maybe she will be your next Christmas angel for your Florida life.
Posted by dona on February 10, 2009 at 8:33 AM
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Debbie,
I am so sorry for your loss. While there will be a void in your life, I am certain that God will put someone in your path to help fill that void to bless you and for you to bless. Know you and her family are in my prayers.
Betsy, It isn't always easy to wait on God's timing, but I know that He will send you to Japan with a mission in mind. Let us know how your son progresses.
I am so sorry for your loss. While there will be a void in your life, I am certain that God will put someone in your path to help fill that void to bless you and for you to bless. Know you and her family are in my prayers.
Betsy, It isn't always easy to wait on God's timing, but I know that He will send you to Japan with a mission in mind. Let us know how your son progresses.
Posted by lyn on February 10, 2009 at 11:39 AM
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Debbie I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my sister to lung cancer 4 years ago. I know how devastating and heartbreaking this can be. God has carried me through this and continues to do so,I know He will get you and Mindas family through this difficult time. You are in my prayers. I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
Posted by annmarie on February 10, 2009 at 12:18 PM
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SO sorry to hear about your friend,MINDA. May she rest in peace..My prayers are with all of you.
Posted by monica on February 10, 2009 at 6:02 PM
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Debbie, so sorry to hear about Minda passing. She is in a much better place with the LORD now. No more pain & suffering will she endure!!! Praise God!! I will keep you & her family in my prayers!!
"WITH GOD ALL THINGS AR POSSIBLE" ~MATTHEW 19:26
"WITH GOD ALL THINGS AR POSSIBLE" ~MATTHEW 19:26
Posted by lovingthelord on February 10, 2009 at 8:34 PM
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Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. This morning my daughters uncle on her father's side passed away from a long road of cancer. He was at the hospital yesterday and wanted to go home. They took him home yesterday and his dogs jumped up and laid down by him. He was super close to his dogs. He passed early this morning with his family around him. My daughter lives in OH and could not financially get to OR, but she knows that her uncle's family knows her heart is with them. He is out of pain now and in such a better place. Prayers to Minda's family as well.
Posted by mamagee on February 10, 2009 at 9:56 PM
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Debbie, it has taken me awhile to get logged in and stay logged in but I have finally conquered it! I wanted to leave you a post the other but I would still like to leave my sincerest apologies in the loss of your dear friend. May God be with her family and with you during your time of mourning. Blessings again!
Posted by faithfulmacomberfan on February 13, 2009 at 5:25 AM
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Debbie, my prayers are with you at this very difficult time. My friend is also on her last journey with cancer and is going to go home to the Lord. God Bless you!
Posted by lisa in n. ca on February 14, 2009 at 7:48 PM
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My friend Florence is also going through cancer treatments for the second time. The first time it was breast cancer and now it is spreading. She is the most loving, smiling person I know. Never has an unkind word about anything or anyone. Our church is praying for her recovery, she plays the piano for the choir every week. We hope God sees fit to keep her here, her family is so good to her also and her husband is a jewel. Cancer is such a terrible thing isn't it?
Posted by marciaelaine on February 15, 2009 at 4:30 PM
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Debbie,I have read your statement regarding Minda and the lovely posts by your readers. Minda was indeed a very special person. She made each person she met feel like they were the most important in her life. We had over 10 years knowing that cancer would eventually take her but I was still not prepared. The emptiness and pain that I feel now will subside in time and then I hope to live with wonderful memories. Your dedication was truly one of the highlights of her life. Thank you for making her so happy. I will miss her. Thank you Debbie and your readers for your wonderful statements. They help me realize that I'm not alone. Leon Butler
Posted by lbfairguy on February 18, 2009 at 5:06 AM
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My thoughts and prayers to you and Minda's family. May she rest in peace.
Posted by karen on February 19, 2009 at 12:31 PM
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