Don't know what to say, was just sitting down to send here a PM, before i go to my Chemo treatment.Damn it breaks my heart like you wouldn't know, i had a special link to Linda,But i guess she's in a far better place, and not hurting anymore. All the best to her family, and all my Kickas friends......................John(LC)

I'm saddened and shocked at the suddenness of the loss of Linda.....my thoughts go out to her family and friends at this time.

Take care

I just read the post.My wife and I are both saddened by this.We both had gotten strength from her posts.Our prayers are with her family.I'm glad she doesn't have to suffer anymore but we will miss her.
Jim

Oh my.
It's terrible.

I am so very sorry to hear it......
I was thinking I'd send her a card again. It's too late now.

Cheryl is right. She is now in heaven with no pain, no more pain, never ever.
I am in tears. She was in my daily prayer and I know she was in my mom's as well.
Her posts were full of warmth and compassion.

You will be missed so much, Linda.

Jasmine

+ Family + Journal + and Klimt ...... +

That is truly sad news. So sorry to hear of the loss of a very special person. My thoughts are with her family. We can only hope she is in a better place with no pain.

Deborah

Oh Cheryl, I don't know what to say. I know it's better for Linda considering her prognosis and all she's been going through, but her poor family. What a horrible time for them. I will miss her gentle posts.

I'll be lighting a candle for her tonight.

Hugs,
Kath

Kat

Thanks for posting Cheryl.

Yes indeed hard to accept, and true again that she is in a better place. I had included Linda in my prayers just last night again. She was a very kind and compassionate soul.

Ray, I love your comment!

Take care,

Tim

What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Cheryl

Thanks for letting us all know about Linda, it must have been very difficult for you.

We all knew she was very ill, but I really didn't expect this to happen so soon, what a shock for every one.

The only good thing is that her suffering is over. I am sure her family are so proud to have been part of her life, she was a very special lady.


Carol

What on earth can I say. after I heard the news I went in to my check private and reread the last PM Linda sent to me. It was a late night and either of us could sleep. The only good thing about this is that she is not hurting any more and now God has a new Angel and what an angel he has. She was one here on earth I can just imagen the job she can do now.

I was sitting here reading all the post with tears in my eyes and I very lost. I will miss her so much she was always there for every one who needed her and she always found the rainbow or the silver lining. May you rest in peace and just know that you was and still are loved and you leave a hole here at Kick AS that will be hard to fill.

May God be with your family and friends.

I think what Kat said about lighting a candle was a great idea. What if we all set up a time and we all light a candle at the same time and say a prayer. There is no way we could all get together to do this. But we could all do this from all over the world and let Linda she her light and she will know that even that she is gone her light will shine on.


All my love to every one and a hug for all,
Donna

Love comes in all shapes and sizes

Cheryl
This is so sad. Earlier today I thought I had not heard from Linda, she would often send me an email or PM. And I was about to send her an email, but as so often happens, things over took me and I did not do it. Now I come her to read this news. I am heart broken, and would like to offer my deepest sympathies to Linda's family. I will write later.
I believe Michelle has conveyed my thoughts perfectly.
And Linda
this is for you. You were always there to help and offer help and understanding whenever I or any one needed it. And you always had so much to offer. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
When ever I look out to sea, I will think of you, and send you my love as always.

Stay Well
Paul


"If life is a waste of time, and time is a waste of life,
then lets all get wasted and have the time of our lives."

Damn. My deepest sympathy to Linda's family and friends. Her comments to me during a tough time here showed clearly what kind of person she was, and what kind of example she set for everyone who knew her. It was an honor to have known her--my life is better because of it.

Thank you, Cheryl, for doing what had to be done even though your heart was heavy.

Peace to all,

Brad

this is terrible news..
all i can say is
linda...loved you so very much
you were the sister i never had...understood me in ways that very few do...
i know that you can hear me anytime now...but it still hurts so bad...

i will miss you ....



Buggy

Dear Cheryl,

My deep condolences and prayers for Linda family.

Hugs ,
Sinta

Like many others here, I was a beneficiary of Linda's support and encouragement. I always noticed how she trivialized her own complaints yet offered an outpouring of sympathy, support, and wisdom for others. She gave me professional advice when I lost all of my hair and had I lived closer, would have loved to go to her shop for the first big haircut. It's so sad that everything happened so fast but I know she's in a better place. She was a KickAS angel and will truly be missed here. Her diplomacy and support is a legacy we can all strive to measure up to.


This bunny Kicks AS !

I haven't been around much lately, but something told me to check in today. I'm so sad about Linda but glad that she is no longer in pain. My heart goes out to her family. We love you, Linda.

Connie

I would like to express our deepest condolences to Linda's family. Linda was always there for us and she will be terribly missed by all.

John and Joanne

Gosh, I don't know what to say - I am really shocked.
Linda the "Sweatheart " for sure.

I was priveliged to pm back and forwards a few times with Linda. We both took equal delight in our kitties and other of lifes little pleasures. Linda had a way of making a person feel comfortable and comforted.
I won't forget you Linda and I know that you are with us allways.

Sincere condolances to Linda's family.

Maggie

I am very sadden to read this.Prayers go out to Lindas family.
Bradford

To the world you may be one person,but,to one person you may be the world.

A fine lady,

I've always enjoyed reading her positive and inspiring posts made here at KA.
This is very sad news.
God bless you Linda.


Paul

So very sad to hear of her passing, She was such a beautiful person and so caring. I am so sad for her family. Connie

Heavy sigh... sniff...

Thank you, Cheryl, for being a very brave bearer of this news. It's not easy, I'm sure.

I only knew Linda for a short time, and not very well. However, there were a few times we spoke, like in her last post. She was a very strong person, and a very kind soul.
I'm relieved for her that she is no longer in any pain, and at the same time, grief stricken for her family and loved ones.

My heart also breaks for everyone here at K.AS. To feel such sadness from the posts, I wish I could reach out and hold all of you, and take all the pain away. Miss Buggy, you brought tears to my eyes.... please let me know if you ever need to talk or anything, ok?

Condolences to Linda's family &
Love to all of my KickAS family~



Stacie

This post really took me by surprise and I'm really lost for words. I'll just have to let my heart do the talking.
Linda was one of the dearest, sweetest people on this site. If anyone ever needed the definition of good people...Linda was it!
Her posts and replies were always filled with kindness...never having a bad thing to say about anyone...never having bad word to say period until the bad word came along that took her life.
She brought so much good to KA and I can't even touch upon how much she will be missed here.
Whenever I thought about the good in KA, Linda automatically came to mind. She was and is what KA is about... smiles, support, love, generosity...I could go on and on. And if we ever start to forget why we're here, all we have to do is go back to Linda's posts and I'm sure we'll be reminded of not only the why, but the how...how to be while we're here.
Like everyone else here I have prayed and prayed for Linda's recovery, because I am a big believer in prayer. But I know God has his reasons sometimes for not answering them, and the only thing that comes to mind right now is...
She already made KA and this world a more beauitful place and it was time she do the same for heaven!

We love you Linda!

Lisa

Cheryl, I am sure it was very hard for you to write this post, but thank you for letting us know. We at least have the comfort of knowing that a very dear friend and sister of ours is out of pain and is at peace. Hugs to you!

This is not fair....

I'm typing through the tears, Linda is a wonderful person...

she rocks...

peace
Linc



Linc O'Brien

To Lindas family I send my condolences and prayers.

We miss you Linda, and as Ray says, you will forever and always be the Sweetheart of KickAS.

I'm so very very sorry

My boys, Noah & Isaiah

Echoing the sentiments of others this news just knots up my insides. Someone said, Damn and someone else said its just not fair.

It feels odd to tell Linda she will be missed since those words will never end up where I want them--- on her computer monitor. In any event, Linda I'm glad I had the opportunity to know you and hope some of your grace and kindness rubbed off on me.

I hope the universe is providing you with a better place.

Good bye and thank you for your friendship.

 
stevec-they also serve who stand and wait

I've been re-reading this post since it appeared, and I just don't even know where to start. I must admit, there have been more than a few tears on this side of my computer monitor. Linda and her never-failing presence will be missed by all who had the opportunity to know her, but she is no longer in pain. I can't stop thinking the card I put in the mail Tuesday will only add another sting to the pain I know her family is feeling. They are in my thoughts.
'Erie :-(

This is so hard to hear, and I'm sure it was difficult for you to write it. In a small memorial to her, I'm going to try to be just as warm and smilling as she was. To help keep alive the gift she gave us all.
God Bless and Keep you Linda

Linda is in Gods loving embrace. Blessing to her family.
Yoly

I became numb when I was told the news Linda has been a good friend and one that has helped me over the recent years with her healing prayers for my loved ones..... all of who benefited from her healing powers.

I realize that she has now gone to a place that is better and one where she will be without pain but we all know that her passing will leave a hole that will not be easily filled.

With that being said, I'd like to share a poem written by my Mother for a friend. Her friend had lost a dear friend and the poem I feel fits well in this circumstance here at KA.....

"Like sparkling crystals their laughter rings
Touched by their presence our heart sings
Filling sunny hours with companionship
Reaching beyond ourselves - true friendship
Time means nothing when all is well
Good friends in the circle we dwell

Caring, sharing and bearing
Friend's pains, gains and joy
Shaping our lives in diverse ways
Moulding and forming our days
Our lives - 'till only death ends
Leaving hearts broken - in the circle of friends

M.W. May 2001"

Linda, I'll miss you dearly but am glad you are now free of the pain that you have endured in this life....'till we meet again in the next life or in heaven, rest easy in God's hands.

ANON4NOW

"Yesterday is history, Tomorrow is a mystery but today is a gift, that's why it's THE PRESENT"

Oh boy.

It's nearly two full days since I first read the news, and I still dont know what to say. Cheryl, thank you for making such a difficult post.

Dear dear Linda - There's no doubt that this journey was a difficult one for you. I like many others here find some solace in the fact that you've found peace, love, rest and comfort in the destination. It's said that memories make us immortal. The good will, support and giving you've shared here will transcend generations to come.

Until we met again, you Blonde, Polish, Sweetheart of KickAS - much love and many heartfelt thanks for sharing your time with us.

Love,
Jeanna

Kindness in words creates confidence
Kindness in thinking creates profoundness
Kindness in giving creates love
~ Tao Te Ching

Thank you for letting us know about Linda. It is a hard pill to swallow when we lose one of our friends. I will remember her life and all of her inspiration, and not dwell on her passing. Linda, you are finally able to have a peaceful and pain free rest. God Bless You.

Chris

I wish I'd known Linda better.

We know Linda was praying for a miracle. We all prayed with her. And now she will be forever painfree. Perhaps He was quick to answer one so loved by so many. My deepest sympathies to Linda's family, and please know my heart goes out to all of her dear friends here too. May her Heaven be full of kittens.

Love,

mig

Since I first read this thread I have read and re-read Linda's last PM to me.

As Cat People (she would understand the caps use) we PM'd here and there, but when she got sick I found out there was something else quite wonderful that we shared, which was an honour to know and contribute to.

Asides this, I was in awe of her acceptance and so happy that she was truly at peace in herself - something that is a great comfort now in knowing.

Mig made a great comment in saying she hoped Linda's heaven was full of kittens and in acknowledgement of that (and also hoping there'll be a few oldies, newbies, unhomeables and hissy spitties there too) as well as the Hospice I also plan to donate to an Erie animal shelter, the more cat-orientated the better.

Bless you Linda, rest in true peace,

Jan

Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.

- Thomas Edison

I am speechless. I didn't realize that she was that sick, that fast I mean. I will say a prayer for her and the family. She was a great lady.

Ellie

I just got back from vacation and am absolutely shocked and saddened. Linda was an incredible support to me when my nephew was ill. She sent many prayers his way and had all her "sisters" praying for him. I felt I could do the same for her when she became ill and truly believed my prayers would be answered. I just don't understand things like this and I guess that these are the sad mysteries of life that we won't understand until it is our time. We all loved you so much Linda. You were definitely a ray of sunshine here at kickas. You have left your heartprint on many a soul here.

With love, sadness and respect.

Simone

Oh Cheryl!
I've not checked in for awhile, and read your note on Linda's passing!!
I am in shock!!
She was one of the forst to welcome me here, and I can't comprehend that she's gone!!
I know she was suffering, but had no idea how bad her condidtion was!!
Thanks for sharing this with us. This must be hard for you too!!
(((((((((((((((HUGS ))))))))))))))))))))))) to anyone who needs them!
Laura

Hi: Such sad news...we have such happy memories of her and we will miss her...Tom

I think that we should pick a day and time to have an internet service for her. I mean we all go to the chat room and we all have candles and we can all say some thing about our dear sweet Linda and then we all light the candles at the same time. There is no way we can all be together for this very sad time. But that does not mean we can help each other and let Linda know how we felt. It can be a KICKAS service and it can be some thing we do when our friends and AS family is called home that we can join together and remember them and thank God for letting them share their lives with us.


Just an idea. Linda was so sweet we should do something for her as a good. To show her that we loved her just as much as she loved us.

Hugs to all,
Donna

Love comes in all shapes and sizes

I totally agree with you, it would be wonderful to all come together for Linda, in the way that joined us in the first place,on our computers. Coming together in grief is very powerful and healing.


Love Simone

Oh Cheryl... I'm beyond words.......
Linda was a very sweet, loving person...
She will be dearly missed...
CA

I think it's a lovely idea! I'd be hounoured to light a candle for her! May need to have a couple though because of all the time differences.

Sally

Hi, Linda:

It was a chance to know you, in this Kickas gang.

I'm remembering now one popular basque song:

"Ez nau izutzen negu hurbilak
Uda beteko beroan
Dakidalako irauten duela
Orainak ere geroan".

"I don't fear the close winter
Being in hot summer
Because I know that Today
Survives in Later".

I won't forgive your smiling face. And making daily exercises will sing with James Taylor:

"Whenever I see your smiling face
I have to simile myself
Because I love you (Yes, I do)..."



Pello

Just read your post....I am so sad for her family...Linda will be missed by a lot of people. My prayers and good wishes go out to her friends and family.

Dan

>>>>>>
We are kicking some AS*.

GREAT IDEA DONNA!

Let us know and I will be there,...

peace
Linc

Linc O'Brien

You are so right, Pello....

Peace
Linc

Linc O'Brien

Hi Cheryl, I am saddened to hear of Linda's Passing. She will be missed here. My heartfelt condolences to Linda's family and friends.
Thank you Cheryl for writing such a difficult post to let us know about Linda.
Take Care........Hope

I just can't believe she is really gone.
That was so fast. I don't think I can ever forget her, as Kickas will always remind me of her because she was here when I first found the forum. I will miss her picture holding the kitten and her kind words to everyone. She was a wonderful person and I'm sure there is a great loss within her family.
She was way too young....





Susie

Here I sit, holding letters and cards she has sent me, just looking at her handwriting and touching the words as if it would somehow magically bring her back.

My tears are flowing like a stream...I was so shocked to read this post. But like so many have said, now there is no more pain for her. I can't imagine the pain her family must be going through from losing her so early in life.

My deepest sympathy goes out to her family. I hope they are able to see all these posts and see how many lives Linda touched not only in the "real world" but in the "cyber world" too. As a matter of fact, so many of the ASKickers became part of her real world. She was just that way, to embrace you off the computer and into her real world.

She was the true meaning of an "ASKicker" and I will never forget how she helped me during the darkest time in my life. May she be kicking back on a cloud with a happy heart surrounded with the warmth and love from above. I know she is......

WE LOVE YOU LINDA

Cristina

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Michelle

Oh, I do hope so, Cristina. You and Susie have said it all. Linda was the nicest, sweetest, kindest, warmest person you could ever be lucky enough to call a friend, whether you'd met her - which I'm very sad to say I never did:( - or whether it was from her caring posts here at KA. I shall miss her more than words can say. The only good thing is that she's no longer in pain, but her family must be grieving unbearably. My heart and prayers go out to them all.

Thank you, Cheryl, for letting us know. This must have been so hard for you, but I know Linda would have appreciated it, as we all do.

Linda, we shall never forget you. You will live in our hearts forever, and will always hold a very special place here at KA. Thank you for everything you did.

Love,

Sue

While I did not know Linda, it seems that she meant a great deal to so many of you. I'd like to express my sympathy to Linda's family and to all of you that are saddened by her passing.

Michael

Thanks Linda for all you have done for all of us. I am glad your pain is gone, but we will sure miss you.

Steve Orchard

Steve Orchard
Running from Arthritis

My deepest condolences to Linda's family and all her good friends on KA. I'm glad now she is in a better place with no pain and no worries. I'll keep Linda's family and friends in my thoughts.

Rox

"I have seen the beginning and the end of our story.....the tale is crude and ill-conceived. We must rewrite the ending of it, you and I."
http://www.geocities.com/artisan1998.geo/index.html

I am so sorry to read this news. I have been away for ages and I am so so sad. Linda was always there in such a sweet and gentle way. I found her to be a true inspiration and always read her posts. Her posts always made me smile. I send all my heart felt condolences to her family, and hope that they will take comfort from this outpouring of love towards her. She was always a gentle presence, ever pervasive, threading love continuously through KickAs. I feel honoured to have been touched by her golden threads. Good-bye Linda. I love you.
Liz

Linda and i had a deal that we would fight this crap(CANCER) together,I did'nt know the fight for her would be so hard, she was a great person, who will be missed by all especially me,But Linda if your watching i'am still fighting, see if you can pull any strings up(LOL) We all lost someone very special, sorry can say more (TEARS) Love you all John(LC)

Linda was a wonderful lady,she was an old timer ar this site.She was very supportive of me and helped me deal with AS!I hope she is flying with the Angels,free of her mortal pains of disease.God bless you Linda1,I hope you can see our love for you out there!
Kev

I just noted that Linda was the same age as me when she passed,She is now out of pain with the Angels.She will be missed for her gentle postings,Elspeth.

I have never met Linda,she must have been a wonderful person as I have read how positively she affected many peoples lives.I hope Linda rests in peace in the no pain land.

-Fighter

She will be dearly missed. Linda was a source of love and inspiration for many of us here. I'm sure that will not change. The only thing different now is she can no longer speak with us in the physical sense. I know she will always be with us in spirit. She will continue to love and support us all from the Lord's house. May God bless her and keep her always.

Glenn

I've never met Linda, but she obviously was a wonderful person and a very valuable member of this community. I wish to express my deepest sympathy to her family, friends, and loved ones. May God bless all of you in your time of need. I know right now it doesn't seem like you will ever get through this, but with God's help and the passing of time, it will get a little easier.


Sincerely,

Trinka

Beloved,
I miss Linda.
She was a kindred Spirit.
She improved the quality of my life through her expressions of love and kindness!
She touched my life by understanding my attempts to ask for help and support. Yet, she always encouraged me to set my mind
on those things that are most important. I am so glad that she was loved and appreciated by you, her family!

Brother Lon






If there is ever something I can do for you, you would probably be better off talking to almost anyone but me...

Lon