RIP Sharon Andre (Mom)

[jeffandre]

My mom passed away yesterday at 3:17 pm PST from lung cancer and various other complications, she was 67. :crying: This may not be the most appropriate topic on this forum but I just wanted to let more of the world know about the wonderful person that shaped my life, as she raised me and my sister on her own. She was opiniated but felt strong in her opinions, and over the last 8 years I bonded with her incredibly well (I had gotten divorced and met a great woman, who helped me become a mature man, and my mom was very happy about that). I learned a lot from her in life, and now I find that I am still learning through her death. Thankfully I spent the last 8 years talking to her 2-3 times per week minimum, sometimes for an hour or more, and I saw her frequently as well. She lived a mile from the refinery and would come visit me for 30 minutes every so often, bringing me food and candy. I will love and miss her forever! Thanks for the great memories mom!!! :angel:

PS - I apologize ahead of time for this long off-topic thread , I hope it helps my pain though...

[grtpmkn]

Don't feel bad at all, Jeff, for posting up about this. I lost my mom last March to stomach cancer. She was 57, never smoked, was very active (mountain biking, kayaking, motorcycling, antiquing, etc) so it sort of caught us off guard. I'm just glad that we were close and I got to enjoy her company for the first 35 years of my life. My biggest regret is that she didn't get to see my kids grow up (they were 4 and 6 at the time).

Anyway, if you need someone to talk with, feel free to PM me. For me, it has been pretty hard, but it's all of those positive memories I have that seem to help the most.

Scott

[F70t/a]

Sorry to hear she didn't make it after all jeff!! Just remember those good times and you will be ok. I'm here for ya bro

[Piet]

Jeff, My condolences....
My prayers are with you, and your family.

[mdprovee]

Jeff,

My prayers are with with.

Mike

[trapin]

Jeff....very sorry to hear about that. As long as you remember the lessons in life that she taught you, she'll always be with you. And don't feel nervous about posting this stuff in here. This is what this place is for....we're all friends. And it's natural for you to reach out to friends in times of crisis. We're here for ya.

Keep your chin up, kid. It's what Mom would want. :)

[dennis68]

Hey Jeff, she's in a better place. Look out cause she can see it ALL now.

[colt zantop]

sorry to hear man. think of the good times, and that will help.

[protour_chevelle]

Sorry to hear Jeff, :(

Just try to keep your head held high :)

-Matt

[ProdigyCustoms]

Our condolences Jeff

[zbugger]

Jeff, she raised a good kid. She's not in any pain anymore. Remember that. If you ever need anything, you know you have us locals to help keep your chin up.

[Bill Howell]

Jeff,
I too am sorry to hear of your loss. My father-in-law had a close call two weeks ago with heart surgery but seems to be better now.
It is hard to lose those we love, but we must remember that we are all part of God's master plan and have to let go when He takes one home. Death is only hard on the ones left behind, and I am sure your mother would tell you she is ok if she could. After the battle she has endured the last several years, she is no longer suffering. Time heals all and talking about it with friends also helps. You and your family will be in our prayers.

[Matt]

I'm sorry to hear that man. She obviously left great memories, instilled strong character, and great impression, that's all any of us can ever hope for.

We are all keeping you both in our thoughts,
-Matt

[Larry Callahan]

Jeff, I am very sorry for your loss. It sounds like she was a great mom.

[DarkBuddha]

My sincerest condolences... there are no words appropriate for these occasions, but sadly it is all we can offer. I hope time brings you peace quickly.

[Steve1968LS2]

Sorry to hear Jeff, you have the condolenses and prayers of our family. So very sorry for your loss.

[OHCbird]

From one Jeff to another, I say great (not good) on you for making the effort to know her. You're a better man for it. My mom is the same way- she raised 4(+) of us.

My condolences, and remember all the positives you pointed out; they'll help you deal with this.

[68BNUT]

Jeff sorry to hear about that, Like someone posted already be glad you grew up and got to know her better than just the person who always says "because I said so!" Alot of people never get that chance.
condolences
Justin

[MrQuick]

Very Sorry about your loss, Gina and I are very sadened by the news, our condolences to you and your familly. If theres is anything we can do for you let us know. We are there for you....

[Martin71RS]

Jeff, my condolences to you and your family!
It sounds you had a great mom...just remember her that way...I can't imagine how a loss like that would feel (thank God)

take care,

Martin

[David Sloan]

Jeff
Sorry for your loss! Time heals all pains!
May God Bless!

[Rick Dorion]

My condolences to you nad your family.

[Jagarang]

My deepest condolences. I hope everybody recovers from the loss in their own time and in their own way. Take one day at a time and crying REALLY does help.

[JayBird]

Jeff,

I am very sorry to hear about your mom's passing. May GOD bless you and the rest of your family. Like you, I know what you are going through. I lost my dad to lung cancer in 1997 at the young age of 51. My faith in Jesus Christ and the loving memories of time spent with my dad helped me get through the tougher times. I'm glad you got to spend quality time with your mom and develop a close relationship with her. My prayers are with you in this time of need.

Jay

[qwik1320]

My condolences for your loss :(

[beyonda68]

I am so sorry to hear that:(. The part about her bringing you lunch was way cool . May she be in a greater place. My deepest condolences for you and your family.

[jeffandre]

Thanks everyone, it does help to share the pain a little. I am grateful for this forum and the people that frequent it (CornerCarver's may not have been so supportive??? :getout: :machine:

[David Pozzi]

Jeff, sorry for your loss. Glad you had a better relationship before she was gone, you can take some comfort in that.
David

[TonyHuntimer]

Sending my condolences. Sorry to hear about losing your Mom.

Take care of yourself,
Tony~

[63SW]

Im new here but i wanted to express my condolences to you and your family.

It sounds like you and i have a lot in common as i went through it myself .
I lost my Mom from cancer at 65 and 6 weeks later by unfortunate coincedence , my Dad passed away at the age of 67.

It sounds like your Mom was a wonderfull person and you should talk about her as much as you want. IT KEEPS THEM CLOSE WITH US !
God Bless you and your family Jeff .

Jeff Carmichael

[Ralph LoGrasso]

Jeff,

I'm sorry to hear that. My condolences to you and your family. It sounds like she was a great person, and she's in a better place now, and no longer in pain. Hang in there, we're all here for you.

[Steve Chryssos]

My family and I would like to offer our deepest condolences.

Steve and Mary Chryssos

[jeffandre]

We had a "Celebration of Life" last night with over 150 people and it was an awesome healing experience. Dozens of coworkers from mom's past (she retired 2.5 years ago) showed up and shared killer stories. The cops that showed up all loved her, and one guy that I actually went to college with to be a cop (1984) showed up and I recognized him immediately. He said it was a trip working with all men but when he wanted to talk baseball he had to go to my mom. We had a great time, mom would have loved it, it is cool that she touched the hearts of so many people.

[TonyL]

Im so sorry for your loss. Remember the good times and the advice she's given you. Shes never really gone if you keep her in your thoughts.

I lost my brother last year. We have the same laugh, so every time I laugh, he laughs with me.

peace bro