Shelley Novak
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About Me:
I am 37 years old. I was a single parent and only had one child, who I lost 04/21/09.
About my Loss:
I lost my 20 year old son Joseph to kidney failure. He was diagnosed with a rare disease at the age of 17 and was on dialysis for 3-1/2 years. He made the decision to stop his medical treatments, which resulted in his death.

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At 11:21pm on September 22, 2009, Dee Dee said…
I lost my son January 16, 09 he was only 27. He was married and had a three year old daughter. It is so hard! I believe God has a reason for all of this and someday we will know that reason.
At 1:32pm on June 17, 2009, Diana, Grief Recovery Coach said…
I'm so sorry about your son. Do you have any pictures you would like to share. Would love to see them. Welcome to our community. Wishing you only the best.
(((((hugs)))))
At 11:39pm on June 16, 2009, Katherine Ellis said…
I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure you son Joseph and my daughter Irene are up there watching over us. My thoughts and prayers are with you. (((((Hugs))))), Katherine
 
 
 

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