After a very long and extremely difficult battle with Altzheimers disease, my amazing wife, Robin, left this world to be with The Lord on April 16th.
I don’t share this news to receive sympathy in any way. We all have a cross to bear in life and the way that you weather the storm will teach you a lot about yourself as a human and as a spouse. Trust me, you will be tested beyond your breaking point. I share this with you to remind you that your health is everything! My wife was healthy and yet her brain failed her and she could no longer do anything for herself. Ultimately, she couldn’t even swallow water or food, and she was placed on Morphine by our Hospice nurse until she peacefully passed away in her sleep.
I had 37 years with this beautiful woman. Let this serve as a reminder to shower those closest to you with love, kindness and support. Tomorrow is never guaranteed.
A huge thank you to all of my CTF family who learned of Robin’s illness and have been there as support throughout this nightmare. You know who you are and I’ll never forget what you did for me.
I’ve been doing some fishing to help me to heal and the outdoors is my church.
#1848695 - 04/22/2406:20 PM
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Paul D.
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Sorry for your loss Jon. You have been in our thoughts and prayers for some time now. When things are better for you and the private texts, ect have slowed to a trickle, we will get together for some " river time". That is a promise!
I'm really sorry to hear of your loss Jon. Marion and I will keep you in our prayers. Your support and help last year with my mother was appreciated and won't be forgotten.
I've got gas and I've got crabs. You wanna go out?
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#1848708 - 04/22/2410:43 PM
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Don P
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Loc: CLINTON, CT
Sorry for your loss Jon. Conrad & I were just talking about you two today while Blackfishing. 37 years together is definitely something to celebrate. Thoughts & Prayers buddy.
#1848721 - 04/23/2408:04 AM
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tommy
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Loc: Danbury
I'm so very sorry for your loss, losing a loved on is the toughest part of life. Caring for a sick loved one is a cross that is overwhelming, I'll say a Prayer for you both.
#1848724 - 04/23/2408:23 AM
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Doormat
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Registered: 07/25/06
Posts: 4009
Loc: Lebanon, Ct
Sorry to hear about your wife Jon! Alzheimer's is a terrible way to lose a loved one! Not that there's a good way but watching them slowly lose the ability to speak and do things for themselves is hard. I lost my Mom to Alzheimer's 8 years ago. I hope you can find some comfort in knowing she's in a better place now!
#1848733 - 04/23/2410:21 AM
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JohnS
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Loc: Wallingford/Florida
I feel for you Jon, you’re right enjoy each and every day as if it’s the last. Your wife was very blessed to have you there by her side. Next time I have a drink, I will toast to her and say a prayer for YOU and her. Keep getting out fishing and remembering those golden times you both shared.
After a very long and extremely difficult battle with Altzheimers disease, my amazing wife, Robin, left this world to be with The Lord on April 16th.
I don’t share this news to receive sympathy in any way. We all have a cross to bear in life and the way that you weather the storm will teach you a lot about yourself as a human and as a spouse. Trust me, you will be tested beyond your breaking point. I share this with you to remind you that your health is everything! My wife was healthy and yet her brain failed her and she could no longer do anything for herself. Ultimately, she couldn’t even swallow water or food, and she was placed on Morphine by our Hospice nurse until she peacefully passed away in her sleep.
I had 37 years with this beautiful woman. Let this serve as a reminder to shower those closest to you with love, kindness and support. Tomorrow is never guaranteed.
A huge thank you to all of my CTF family who learned of Robin’s illness and have been there as support throughout this nightmare. You know who you are and I’ll never forget what you did for me.
I’ve been doing some fishing to help me to heal and the outdoors is my church.
These are the words of an amazing human being . For one to put such loss into these words is a sign of strength and love that few possess . Condolences and the utmost respect to you Jon .
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So very sorry to hear your news Jon, my deepest condolences. Celebrate the special memories the two of you made in the past 37 years. You are in our prayers..
Harbinger of impending piscatorial doom --------------------------------------------- WHEN THE FLOAT DROPS THE BULL SH*T STOPS!!!! --------------------------------------------- "The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope."
-- John Buchan -----------------------------------------------
#1848835 - 04/24/2408:23 PM
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Rhinoke
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Registered: 06/25/03
Posts: 1527
Loc: Guilford no longer Long Island...
It’s a disease that doesn’t discriminate and is truly unforgiving. The amount of families, mine included, this disease effects is staggering as well as heartbreaking.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers Jon. Thank you for the well written and heartfelt post.
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Jon, I'm not here often and am truly sorry to learn of your loss. you and your family are in my prayers.
I'll tell you it gets easier, and it does but the hurt doesn't go away. We only had less than 20 years and it's going on 2 years now since she passed, it gets easier but the memories constantly pop up.
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