This page is for our dear sisters who for some reason or another are in need of my
prayers and yours... if you know of someone needing our prayers, or if you'd like
to add a few words to this page - email me laney@aboutibc.co.uk

If we believe in the power of prayer... we will make a difference

Heavenly Father, giver of life and health: Comfort and relieve your sick servants,
and give your power of healing to those who minister to their needs, that our loved
ones for whom our prayers are offered may be strengthened in their weaknesses
and have confidence in your loving care; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Amen.

in Des Moines USA
We offer up our prayers
 for Marla, her family and carers

Sadly, Marla became a pathfinder on 2nd September, 2001. Remembered fondly by her sister Pam  "Marla's fight reminded me so much of the way the Apostle Paul described his life as his time on this earth was coming to an end.  As he said in II Timothy, "I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race and I have remained faithful."  . . .I remember Marla in a similar way: she fought the good fight and she remained faithful.  Let us pray that memories of Marla bring comfort to those who feel her loss.

in England UK
Jo became a pathfinder on Saturday, 19th August, 2001
peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
We offer up our prayers for her husband Dave and the children.

Houston, TX

We pray that Denise's latest chemotherapy has stopped the spreads.

"I would ask the Lord to lift my Mother up and heal her.
I pray for her doctors' wisdom to save her..."

from daughter Kathy.

Sadly, Denise went to her heavenly rest on 24 May, 2002, leaving behind her loving family and is very sadly missed. The following prayer is from St. Francis of Assisi and is what my father chose to put on her memorial cards:

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace

Where there is hatred let me sow love

Where there is injury, pardon

Where there is discord, union

Where there is doubt, faith

Where there is despair, hope

Where there is darkness, light

Where there is sadness, joy.

O, Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console,

to be understood, as to understand

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive,

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, 

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Punta Gorda, Florida USA

Oh God, the source of all health: so fill my heart with faith in your
love, that with calm expectancy I may make room for your power to
possess me, and gracefully accept your healing. Guide the fingers of my
surgeon that he may successfully  pluck out all the disease that offends
Thee, and make me ready for whatever may come. I beseech your faith and
healing for all those like myself that are so suffering with this
disease. Make these words more than words, and give me the Spirit of
Jesus Christ, my savior.
Amen

May your surgery and treatments all be blessed with success.

Kimberly Elaine in Memphis, TN
Kimberly became a pathfinder on August 26th 2001.
We pray for her husband (Dr S Thompson) and their 10 month old son, Kohen.
May God bless and keep them safe at this sad time,
from Kay McQueen.

Sherry in Ashland, Kentucky

"For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord,

plans to prosper you and not to harm you,

plans to give you hope and a future."

(Jeremiah 29:11)

Lee in Ottawa, Canada

Lee has been fighting mets for quite a while now, we pray there will be some way

of keeping them at bay and that she remain well enough to continue being such a great advocate,

and to enjoy her expanding family. Bless you Lee.

Amy in Ft. Wayne, Indiana

Amy is 28 years old with a new husband, and two children (aged 2 yrs and 1 yr).

She was diagnosed with IBC 7 months ago and is now very sick. Her liver and chest are now involved.

Please pray for this brave lady and all who love and care for her.

From her dear friend Lynne.

Sadly, Amy became a pathfinder on October 26th 2001. She leaves behind her loving husband,

dear children, and all her friends and family who need our prayers now.

Bless you all in your sad loss.

Patty

 Wife of Mike

Patty and Mike have two children - a two and a half year old son and

a one and a half year old daughter. Patty was diagnosed last May, just after the birth of their daughter.

Patty is now very seriously ill and would appreciate all our sincerest prayers. Bless you Patty in your suffering.

Patty became a pathfinder on December 10th, 2001 after a brave and committed battle. She has inspired and helped many of us with her caring and loving attitude even through adversity. May the Lord accept our prayers to our sister who is at peace now, looking down on her family, friends and IBC sisters, and is there for us to hear our prayers. Bless her husband Mike, and their children in their sad loss. Let's think of Patty's passing NOT as a light going out.. rather as a lamp being extinguished because the dawn has come....

Laraine

in Rialto, California

Laraine was diagnosed in 1994 and has twice suffered recurrences. She has endured chemotherapy, surgery, stem cell transplant, brain surgery for first recurrence and now has a further recurrence. She started chemotherapy again on 22nd October. We pray this goes well and that she can continue her battle. From her sister Chris in Florida.

Sadly Laraine passed away on 20th November 2001. She is now a brave pathfinder after fighting her battle with IBC for 7 and a half years. God bless and keep her in peace. We pray for her sister Chris and all her loving family and friends in their sad loss.

"Safe at last in the arms of Jesus."

in Richmond, VA

Margaret was diagnosed in January, has had metastases to liver and lungs. She has been married for 37 years to a wonderful husband and has a daughter and two sons. 

"Margaret Lucy, with her family by her side, passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2002, to be with her Lord.  She promoted awareness and education about IBC.  Her bright smile, positive attitude, and rock solid faith were an inspiration to me."  Melanie L. Rapp, Friend in Richmond, Virginia 

Margaret battled bravely and would appreciate our prayers, Lord in your mercy, hear our prayers.

in Michigan

Betteye is battling the disease again, problems in lungs and suspicion of lupus. We pray that Betteye will have the courage, support and strength to fight on and have success in her battle. Bless you Betteye, may the Lord strengthen your resolve, give you hope and faith and preserve you, we pray this in His name.

in Cleveland, Ohio

Christina is now facing bone metastases (spreads) and needs strength and support to face this new battle. We pray, oh Lord that she may find the resolve and faithfulness to see her through this difficult time.

in Fall River, MA

Recently diagnosed with IBC, at only 63 years of age. Norine is dearly loved by all her family, she is a strong and courageous woman. We pray that she may get well soon and that she endures all her treatments without any setbacks. From Helen and David and family.

aka Starz

Kansas City, Missouri

Jackie McLeod-Roberts

Northampton, England, UK

Pat is an amazing 56 year old wife and mother to 4 grown children (2 by birth and 2 by marriage) and 4 grand children.  Diagnosed with IBC in March 2002.

We love her and pray for God's grace and guidance in the days and months ahead. From her daughter, Betina.

Nicola - a beautiful young lady in her 30s, has a big family that love her very very much. She also has a lot of friends and has always been very popular. She has researched cancer inside out... reading numerous books and trying different things to help cure herself.  She has done "Journey" work as described in the book by Brandon Bays, she went to Bristol Cancer Care Hospital for a week to get some tips.  Although not religious at all, she went for spiritual healing once a week during her chemo treatments, and has followed a homeopathic regime to work with her chemotherapy and radiotherapy.  She has done everything she can to fight this beast off.  That's why it feels like such a kick in the teeth.  (From her twin sister Jo)  May we all pray for Nicola to continue her brave fight, and her family and friends as they come to terms with this latest recurrence.

It is with such a heavy heart that I write this... Sadly Nicola's loving twin sister Jo informed me that Nicola became a pathfinder on Wednesday, 15th May ay 11.05 am. She was surrounded by her loved ones when she left this life, peacefully and pain free. Nicola was only 31 years old, and survived just over a year from diagnosis. As her sister said, "When God took her from us, He must have had a better job for her to do in heaven." I pray, along with anyone reading this, that she is now at rest and that her loved ones can come to terms with her loss. My heart goes out to you all, especially Jo, Nicola's twin sister.

Anne and her family need our prayers.  She has been asking God not to punish her, and didn't want her children to see her like this.  So please pray for her comfort and her sanity.  She is a beautiful woman and has been loved by all who have met her all through her life.  I feel so robbed.  At 64 she is too young to die. Thanks,   from Jenn, daughter to the beautiful Anne.  Anne died 14 April 2002.  Her lungs gave up and she died a peaceful death in her sleep.  We didn't get there in time, but we're all ok with that as we have had wonderful times with her and said everything that each of us needed to say.  We are so very sad that she has gone, but we are happy that she is no longer living her hell. I thank you all for you kind support.  Please keep fighting this awful disease.     Jenn, daughter to Anne.

Please include in your prayers my sister, Janet. She was diagnosed with IBC in April, 2002, at age 47. She is just beginning her chemo treatments. Jan is married & has 3 beautiful children, 14, 12, & 10. Gratefully, her sister Elaine.

Gail just found out she has ibc. everyone is so scared, she is 50yrs old. Gail has a lot of faith, and very good support from her loving family. Please say a prayer for Gail.  Thanks from her good friend, Yvonne.                                         

My dear friend, Edeen was just diagnosed with IBC - August 2002 and has begun treatment. She has a very positive attitude as she approaches her fight and a great support system of family, friends and co-workers. She has a five year old son, and a husband. Please keep her and her family in your prayers, Lord, in Your mercy - hear our prayers. Love from Susan.

Please pray for my dear sister-in-law, Betty. She was diagnosed with ibc in October 2000. Throughout her chemo, surgery, more chemo and then radiation, she has remained cheerful and positive. She was doing well after her treatments were completed but at her September doctor visit, she was told the cancer was back. (after a biopsy) The CT scan was thankfully negative, but the Dr. ordered a bone scan because of the possibility it has spread there. We won't know the results until next week. Her faith is very strong and she tells me she is "not going through this alone. The Lord is with me every step of the way." Her strength and courage are so admirable. We, her family and many friends, pray she will win this battle she so courageously fights. May God bless her and everyone who has this terrible disease.
Love, Kathy

On April 20, 2003 this dear lady lost her battle with IBC. She was at home, surrounded by her family. 

This dedication comes from her wonderful daughter Joane.

My precious Mam, I'll never forget you - I love and miss you every day.

There is a gift in this world, that is so precious and rare,

It's the love that a mother and daughter share.

We shared that love you and I,

From the day I was born until the day that you died.

I loved you then, and I love you yet,

Mine to remember when others forget.

Good night and God bless Mam.