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  • dlb823
    dlb823 Member Posts: 9,430
    edited September 2016

    Like so many others here, I adored Hope. She was so open and genuine. We all knew this was coming, but it's still very hard to believe. My heartfelt condolences to her husband, children, and other family members. I pray for comfort for you as you deal with such a tragic loss. And Woody, thank you for the loving role you fulfilled in keeping Hope with us and vice versa until the end. She will be very missed and never forgotten. Deanna

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  • Holeinone
    Holeinone Member Posts: 2,478
    edited September 2016

    Woody, as always, thanks for being there for ALL of us.

    RIP sweet Hope. I learned from you, humor & love of family.


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  • Northtexas
    Northtexas Member Posts: 67
    edited September 2016

    I am so sad to hear this. Hope was one of the first people I talked to on this site. So hard to comprehend. Condolences to her family. Thank you Woody

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  • Mominator
    Mominator Member Posts: 1,575
    edited September 2016

    Woody, I am sorry for your loss of your dear friend, Hope. Many prayers for her husband and children.

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  • Longtermsurvivor
    Longtermsurvivor Member Posts: 1,438
    edited September 2016

    Dear Woody,

    My heart aches for you. You knew Hope's departure drew near, but now you must undergo the fierce loss of physical (okay, online) presence of someone you hold dear. May this period be one of kindness and care for yourself and others. This song may reach deep and bless you now and always.

    While Hope is flying free of her failing body, her family continues to mourn her transformations, including this one called death.

    Woody, I know you are a woman of faith. May it be a comfort, balm and companion as you travel along.

    Great love and respect for all, Stephanie


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  • AmyQ
    AmyQ Member Posts: 2,182
    edited September 2016

    No words...just profound sadness for everyone touched by Hope. My heart aches especially for her children.

    Amy

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  • susan_02143
    susan_02143 Member Posts: 7,209
    edited September 2016

    Oh I am so sad..... no other words right now.

    *susan*

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  • steelrose
    steelrose Member Posts: 3,798
    edited September 2016

    I hardly know what to say anymore... how to honor these lovely women. Hope was such a bright light here, and I only hope she knew how treasured she is. I think she did.

    My sincere condolences to her beloved family, friends, and to you, Woody. Hope's words here will continue to comfort others...

    And thank you Stephanie for that beautiful song.

    Love to all...

    Rose

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  • jensgotthis
    jensgotthis Member Posts: 937
    edited September 2016

    It's so inspiring to hear how loved Hope is by all. Every good thought to her family and their days ahead.

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  • JFL
    JFL Member Posts: 1,947
    edited September 2016

    I am at a loss. Feel so sad to hear this news. It is a reality I didn't want to believe.My prayers go out to her family.

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  • Bestbird
    Bestbird Member Posts: 2,818
    edited September 2016

    Hope's passing is a loss beyond words. Woody, it was courageous and kind of you to let us know this difficult news, and my heart goes out to you and to all who loved Hope.

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  • babs6287
    babs6287 Member Posts: 2,021
    edited September 2016
    • Woody-so sorry to hear of the loss of your good friend Hope and one of our BCO's sisters . Please send my deepest condolences to her entire family. This disease is so insidious!
    • Babs
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  • DivineMrsM
    DivineMrsM Member Posts: 9,620
    edited September 2016

    Yesterday I read of Hope passing and needed some time to process the news. It makes me so sad; she was a wonderful and thoughtful woman who added much to many discussions on these threads. I will miss her, and my prayers go out to you, Woody, and to Hope's family, her husband and children and the rest of her loved ones and friends. Rest in Peace, Hope.

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  • Heidihill
    Heidihill Member Posts: 5,476
    edited September 2016

    My deepest condolences to her family, especially her children, and to you, Woody. I remember the photos of her wedding and wedding vow renewal. She was so happy then.

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  • Longtermsurvivor
    Longtermsurvivor Member Posts: 1,438
    edited September 2016

    This came through another source yesterday and feels so true here too.

    Grief is often my threshold to greater love and connection. As one type of connection closes, another type opens.

    Holding us all in open and tender loving kindness, Stephanie


    image

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  • artistatheart
    artistatheart Member Posts: 2,176
    edited September 2016

    I am sad beyond words.....Thank you so much Woody for keeping us informed. I know how hard this is for you and everyone who was touched by Hope, including myself. Please take care and check in often as our dear friend. Sending love and condolences to the family she cherished so much. Thank you Stephanie for enlightening reminders too. It helps a lot.

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  • sarajaneevans
    sarajaneevans Member Posts: 187
    edited September 2016

    My heart is in my throat-we all knew this day was coming, still, the news is hard to take -Hope had such love in her heart-her struggles so many,her fight ongoing, now she can rest, God bless you Hope, and those left behind to mourn your loss.Rest In Peace

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  • Moissy
    Moissy Member Posts: 550
    edited September 2016

    Hope was a beautiful woman both inside and out. Her humor and encouraging spirit helped so many of us. Woody, I pray for peace for you in the loss of your dear friend and we send love to Hope's family.

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  • Rosevalley
    Rosevalley Member Posts: 3,061
    edited September 2016

    Woody- thank you for your friendship and kindness towards Hope and to us too. I am comforted to know that you extended our circle of love and prayers back to Hope and her family. She made it through the summer and school starting. She was an inspiration to me and many others. May her memories, spirit and love help her family and friends with their loss. Blessings to everyone.

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  • slv58
    slv58 Member Posts: 1,216
    edited September 2016

    I am saddened but the loss of such an inspiring woman. Love and condolences to her family and all those who knew her. Woody, thank you for all you have done, for being the messenger of all the love felt for her. I'm so sorry you have lost your friend. We all feel it

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  • Woodylb
    Woodylb Member Posts: 1,454
    edited September 2016


    Thank you everyone for your kind words and the expressions of love you extended to Hope , her family and myself. I am very touched to see how much love and courage she inspired in her life as well her death. I told her husband about this thread and he told me that when he have time he will read it, as he has so many responsibilities now.

    Stephanie thank you for the song and your words and I hope you are painfree and comfortable.

    Rosevalley, i hope the meds are treating you kindly and you get to spend more time with your loving family.

    Healing lights and loving kindness to all.

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  • sarajaneevans
    sarajaneevans Member Posts: 187
    edited September 2016

    I can post Hope's Obit if any of you would like to read it- I can try to post the link, but I think you need to be a subscriber to the paper in order to access.

    Her passing is such a heartfelt loss ):

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  • Woodylb
    Woodylb Member Posts: 1,454
    edited September 2016

    Sarajaneevans, Hope service will be held on Sunday 10, 2016 at Arroyo verde Park in ventura California.

    This is the link for those who would like

    http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/venturacountystar...

    May her soul rest in peace and may her family find solace in the fact that she is finally pain free. ๐Ÿ˜”๐Ÿ˜”.she will be greatly missed.

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  • sarajaneevans
    sarajaneevans Member Posts: 187
    edited September 2016

    Oh Woody- there must be a mistake somewhere-The obit in the paper says 3 pm on Sunday the 11th at Arroyo Verde Park-A lovely park- with lots of big shade trees and grass-

    I wasn't sure if the link would work-if anyone has a problem I can post here.- such a great picture of Hope- Rest In Peace, Dear Hope

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  • Woodylb
    Woodylb Member Posts: 1,454
    edited September 2016

    it is the same one yes , i was told by her husband of the date two days ago because i wanted to send her flowers since i am on the other side of the planet and cannot attend. The link should work but if not , it is easy to find it , they can google ventura local news papers star and they will see her picture and obituary.

    I wanted to copy paste the obituary but i thought i would try and copy the link for anyone who would like to offer condolences to the family.

    ๐Ÿ˜”๐Ÿ˜”

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  • Woodylb
    Woodylb Member Posts: 1,454
    edited September 2016

    maybe this one will work

    http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/venturacountystar...


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  • lalady1
    lalady1 Member Posts: 618
    edited September 2016

    Thanks for this Woody - great picture of Hope. If you google her name, Hope Goss, you will see her You-tube when she started her cancer journey. You are an amazing friend. Many kind thoughts to you and Hope's family this weekend. (())


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  • sarajaneevans
    sarajaneevans Member Posts: 187
    edited September 2016

    Thanks Woody,That link worked, after deleting the three dots following star-- I am glad to know anyone can access the newspaper- it has new owners so maybe they have changed their 'subscribers only'policy.

    Roman created a very sweet tribute to his mom too. it's on his facebook page.

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  • sarajaneevans
    sarajaneevans Member Posts: 187
    edited September 2016

    @lalady1-thanks for the heads up on the you tube video- I had no idea the Gold Dust Gala now has a Healthy Women's Program!!

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  • Woodylb
    Woodylb Member Posts: 1,454
    edited September 2016

    Thank you Sara, i will check it . I am sure he misses her so, he is heartbroken. But i know she has been preparing him since last year. Amazing mom.

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