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Story, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this sad time. If you must lean, we have a very broad collective shoulder.
 

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Adding my prayers to this sad list. I'm so sorry to hear of their tragic loss.
 

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I'm so sorry. My condolences to SG and her family.
 

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Oh, dear.

So sorry to hear this. Will continue to pray.

:cry: :cry: :cry:
 

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Storygirl, I'm carrying you in my heart, along with hopes for strength and healing for you, your children and Devan's parents and siblings. I know you must all be exhausted and heart broken, but I hope that your memories of such a brave and creative child will stay with you forever.
 

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Love to you, storygirl.
 

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I'm so sorry to hear this, my prayers go out for all the family.
 

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Thanks, ac. I've been thinking a lot about Devan lately, and her family and friends. I'm so sorry. *Hugs* to Storygirl and her family, and everyone who has been touched by this little angel.
 

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Story, words don't cut it for me at a time like this. Just know my love, thoughts, and prayers go out to you and your family.:heart:
 

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I just got off the phone with Storygirl. She sounds like she's doing well considering all that's happened. She says her kids are really keeping her together right now, and her husband is going to be home in 3 days. Just wanted to give a quick update. Her whole family is grieving right now but doing as well as can be expected.

(just thought you'd want to know.)
 

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Thanks, Trish. Having her hubby home safe should help to lift her spirits.
 

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thanks, trish. thanks so much for the update.
 

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Stew21 said:
I just got off the phone with Storygirl. She sounds like she's doing well considering all that's happened. She says her kids are really keeping her together right now, and her husband is going to be home in 3 days. Just wanted to give a quick update. Her whole family is grieving right now but doing as well as can be expected.

(just thought you'd want to know.)

3 days!

:hooray: :hooray: :hooray:
 

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Devan's last journal entry

October 13 – November 6 2006 Day 216-240

Devan Michelle Williams passed away on November 6, 2006. She fought this long battle for 240 days before her body could no
longer fight. Her spirit lives on and is as strong and courageous as ever! Devan was able to stay at home, making her death as
comfortable and pain free as possible. She was also able to be surrounded by many loved ones, including her brother and sister
(Cody and Ashley).

Her fight to live and her love of life has been a lesson to all who knew her. She will be greatly missed and forever treasured. I
(Becky), Mike, Cody, and Ashley would like to thank all those out there who have supported us through this difficult journey. Devan
was touched by all the love, prayers and support that was shown! Thank you once again!

There will be two memorial services for Devan:

Memorial Service
Advantage Chapel of Memories
829 S. Hancock
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
719-634-5424
Services will be held on November 16th 2006 at 2 pm.

Alamosa Memorial Service
ASC Theater
Friday November 17th at 2:30 pm

The family has asked that donations be made in Devan’s name to the following places.

Make a Wish Foundation of Colorado
7951 E. Maplewood Ave.
Suite 126
Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Brent’s Place for kids with Cancer
1129 E. 17th Ave
Denver, CO 80218

The funeral home has recommended a flower store for delivery that is near Advantage.
Bella Studios
719-577-4644
 

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Ditto.

I'm terrible about putting words to these sorts of things, StoryGirl--but please know I've been thinking of you and yours.
 
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As saddened as I am to see this news, I am glad to hear that Devon was able pass at home, surrounded by her loved ones. Thank you for posting the updates.

My heart and prayers go out to SG and her family.
 

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For Storygirl--

This is a very sad thing to read about.

I think with all the joking we do and fun we have on AW, we forget sometimes that there are sorrowful things happening each day to people we know or people we feel we know.

I am very sorry to hear this, Storygirl and please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. We can't understand some of the things that happen in life--people we lose way before their time. I think there is a song called Gone Too Soon that says it pretty well.

I think we can only look at someone's life and remember how it was lived and remember all the good things and good memories we have of that person. Hold on to the good memories. And we should cherish the special people in our lives who mean so much to us and let them know how much they matter.

I'm so glad your husband is coming home soon. You've waited such a long time. I miss seeing you at AW, but understand why you've been away. Come back and see us when you are ready.
 

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Storygirl, I'm sorry that this happened. When I saw this thread, I was blown away by the horrible news. I'll be sure to keep you and your family in my prayers. I hope to see you back again soon. You're a cool lady, and we miss you.
 
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