Bob started this blog to help keep his family and far-flung friends in the loop as he dealt with the harsh news of his cancer and with its treatment. I thought it was courageous of him to do this but it was his way. The support and caring we've received from everyone who checks the news has sustained us and we all thank you for each note, email, phone call, and visit.
Bob is comfortable and very peaceful. The truth is, however, I don't think Bob will be able to go home from the hospital. He may surprise us all and that wouldn't be the first time, but for now it looks like he is taking his final journey here at MDACC.
We know that many of you want to help. However, for now, there's nothing anyone can do as we are here with Bob 24-hours a day. If we do need help, we promise to ask.
Either the girls or I will let you know when we have more news.
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I so hope that your courage, strength, humor and gifts of"love"
you have shared with us all will sustain you through this last journey Bob and all of you are on. Please know you are in my prayers daily.
God Bless,
Frankie
Kathy and I continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Be confident in the knowledge that you are not on this journey alone.
Kathy and Todd
My dear friend Verva,
I think I speak for all of us who love you and Bob that if we could slow this journey now by giving Bob some of our own remaining healthy months or years, we would gladly do it!
Paula
Thanks so much for this blog. It helps keep me connected with what is going on even though all I can do is send good thoughts and prayers your way. If there is anything I can do - let me know.
- Jane (Ebone)
Thank you for the update, Verva. Please know that we are praying for you and your family.
~Crystal
Dear Bob and Verva and Family,
We have been praying and continue to pray for you on your brave, magnificent and loving journey. We are comforted in the knowledge that, in Christ, we will never be permanently separated, even if we must endure this hardship, suffering and a separation for a time. You are never alone.
Verva, your comments that you indeed feel our support is reassuring. Friends of ours who are chaplains there say that the Lord is very close in times like these.
I hope you can feel the outpouring of love your friends are sending your way. Know there are so many of us with you in our thoughts and desire to support you in whatever way we can.
Verva, Hugh and I send our love and concern to you, Bob, and your family. We hold you in our hearts.
Debra Fowler
Bob and Verva....you've been an inspiration of strength and courage for everyone. We specifically had you in our prayers at church this morning and will continue to have faith that comfort will come your way.
You are blessed and will continue to be. All our Love, Bruce and Deb
Verva and Family--all my thoughts and prayers are with you today as they have been all along this journey. May you find comfort in each other.
Nancy
Dear Vera,
Your love and strength are an inspiration. So many of us here (at BAUUC) are sending our love and spirtual support to you, Bob, and your family at this time. We are here for you.
Melissa & the silly kids at church
even in this time of unspeakable emotions and stress you take time to care about all of us.
at a time when words are needed to convey how i feel; they fail me....but i know...you know...how much love and respect i have for you all....
i love you all....rindy
May the Lord be with each of you in a very special way during this difficult time. You can depend on His promise to never leave you nor forsake you. Know that you are loved and hold a very special place in our hearts.
love,
Gary and Pam
Verva, Bob & Family,
Our prayers continue to pour...
God Bless
Nathan & Kimberly
Bob, Verva, Katy, Sarah and everyone,
We're with you all, all the way. You have never failed to show us love, and I hope we can return the favor.
Dan & Dana
You are all brave and courageous. Your strength is incredible. Our thoughts and prayers are with you each day.
Cris & Denise
Even though we aren't by your side we are with you.
Thank you for the blog.
You all have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers daily.
You are an amazing family.
Love,
Alison Stangel Bulson
Dear Team Densmore,
I hope you can feel this outpouring of love from all of your friends and family members all across the country. I'm praying that you have a heart filled with love and peace, and that the strength from these collective prayers sustains you.
This blog has helped to grow Team Densmore to include hundreds of people, and please know that our hearts are united, and we are sending love to you.
Love and hugs,
Geri Piazza
Bob and Verva and family
thanks for sharing so much for so long...
the journey of life can be challenging, and you have shown so many of us a positive way to meet challenges
God bless you and keep you
Love and prayers
Walt Viglienzone AUHS '61
Dear Bob, Verva, Sara and Katy,
Wanting to let you know I am thinking of you all and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
If I can be of any help, in any capacity, please do not hesitate to call and let me know.
Sincerely,
Your Dental Hygienist,
Donna
Peace and comfort for all of you.
We continue to pray.
Teri (Esparza) Dobbins & family
Dear Bob, Verva, and Family,
We send our love and prayers. May God hold you and comfort you with his love.
Mike and Bertha Esparza
Bob and Verva and family -
All of you are in our hearts and prayers... so much love, and the gift you give by sharing and letting us love you is precious...and the perspective, one day at a time, piece of cake...life changing.
Laurie
Tapash and I are thinking of all of you. We have such happy fond memories of all the Densmores. Bob, all our love and thoughts are with you. Godspeed.
Emily
Dear Bob and Verva,
Thank you for keeping this blog, for it has kept us posted on your progress. Please know that you are always in our thoughts and prayers. You both have been, and continue to be, a great inspiration to our family. What remarkable strength you both hold. If there is ever anything you need, please don't hesitate to ask.
Vin, Julie, Aaron, and Laura
Verva, Bob, and family,
Know that you are all constantly in our thoughts and prayers here on Sunset Terrace Drive. We're here for you. Don't be afraid to ask if you need anything at all.
You're more than just neighbors
...you're family.
Verva - thank you for sharing this sad news with us. You and Bob have both shown enormous courage and strength and are loved by so many people.
Dennis
Verva,
Know that even those who have only known you and Bob for a very short time are with you on this journey. Chants are being sent to you, Bob, and your family daily.
Verva, may you know peace, comfort, and solace as you care for Bob and sit with him.
May your family know peace, comfort, and solace as they face this time of transitions with you and their father.
May Bob know peace, comfort, and solace as he lives with and through his illness.
Namu Myoho Renge Kyo
Steve & Candy Baier
Verva, Bob, Katy & Sarah -
There are no adequate words, just outpourings of love and prayer for strength, comfort and peace. We are so deeply sorry for what you are all going through. We hug you all in our hearts.
Much love,
Suzie & Michael Ramey
I'm sure Bob has a few surprises left, big or small, whether they come at MDACC or elsewhere. All my best, Tex
Bob, I just learned of your battle with cancer and wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you, Verva and the family. We occasionally traveled some tough roads at Exxon, but none with the many curves you are having to negotiate in your bout with cancer. I'm grateful for the good times we spent working together and for the friendship we enjoy. I'm thankful for your computer literacy that led to this blog site which allows folks like me, who have been separated from you for awhile, to express our feelings during this difficult period. May God's peace and comfort be with you and your family now and always.
George
Bob and Verva,
You've been an inspiration of strength and courage for us all. If this would be Bob's last journey, we wish very much that God will extend this journey to be a little bit longer so Bob can witness the birth of his first grandchild.
You are on our daily thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Van
Bob and Verva, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
All our love,
Carol and Mike Wehrman
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