Topic: Steve has passed on -- 10/10 Update in first post
lyme in Putnam
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Bea, I'm so sorry. You did all you can do always.
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beaches
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a mom and lax mom, it was very apparent that both of you were working very hard behind the scenes to help Bea.
I am sure you both have your own problems, yet you went all out to help Bea.
God Bless you both for doing what you did, as well as anyone else working "behind the scenes" on behalf of Bea and Steve that we don't know about, and I'm sure there are at least a few more.
Bea, I hope and pray you feel the love from so many here surrounding you tonight.
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MannaMe
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Bea, You have my sympathy. May God be especially close to you in the coming days.
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Bea,
I am so shocked to read this -- I thought if anyone would recover, it would be Steve. You guys sought out the best of medical care, and went to the ends of the earth to obtain it.
It's a real glass of ice water in the face that no matter how long we have been battling this hideous illness (+ the politics), that we (or maybe I should say, "I") are not immune to succumbing to this dreadful disease.
I send you every last shred of my love.
CBL.
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So very sorry for your loss. We all have been following you, walking beside you, and praying for you throughout this journey.
We don't understand life at times...Let God carry you through these next months.
Does anyone know where we could send cards-money, to help with costs and all?
Please let us know.... we can rally together and help. Beth
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D Bergy
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I am sorry to hear of your loss.
I hope you get through this time of grief by remembering the time you had together.
Best regards
Dan
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Abxnomore
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My thoughts are with you Bea. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you strength. May Steve rest in peace. God Bless!!!
Kathy
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Bea,
So sorry that you lost Steve. You worked so hard to help him get well through the years and most recently did everything you could to save his life. Hope you find some peace in your life.
RIP Steve.
Gael
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Bea, I am so sorry for your loss. Steve was so blessed to have such a loving and devoted wife. You were so strong and unwavering, it seemed like just your will could pull him through.
Much Love Prayers
Bev
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Saddened and very sorry for your loss. You have incredible grace and strength-
God bless------
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss and may you find comfort in God.
My prayers are with you.
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lymednva
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Bea, I am so sorry to read this. May y our memories of happier times sustain you through this difficult time. May you feel God's presence with you in the coming days, weeks and months. You have my deepest sympathy.
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Very sorry to hear bea...my deepest most sincere condolences
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seekhelp
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I am so very sorry to hear this news Bea. As others said, your commitment and dedication to your marriage / lifelong partner is beyond admirable. He was so lucky to have you. I pray he is in a better peaceful place now. You're one amazing woman.
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Lymedin2010
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I echo the many words on here & feel deep sorrow.
I respect you & saw all that you have done. We would expect other loved ones to do the same, but unfortunately not everyone does.
You win an award for all your efforts. As unfortunate as it is, the only comfort is that he is no longer suffering and is in a much better place now.
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Pinelady
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Another mighty Lyme Angel working for us all now.
Peace and comfort Bea.
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Marz
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So very sorry for your loss Bea.
I know someday you and Steve will be joyfully reunited again in Heaven.
Until then I pray our Lord's spirit of peace and comfort be with you.
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My condolences, Bea. You are an amazing woman. I'm sure Steve is in in a peaceful place now. In helping your loved one, you also helped us here with your extensive knowledge.
Best wishes to you & to Steve - resting in peace...
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sammy
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Oh Bea, my heart goes out to you. I can't think clearly and can't speak well right now because I just can't stop crying. I am so so sorry...
Keeping you in my prayers, asking that God will bless you, comfort you, and provide for you during this difficult time. Hugs friend.
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Razzle
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My condolences
But please know that you did everything - everything! - humanly possible to help Steve, and many prayers were said to do the beyond humanly possible...
And I pray for the Lord to comfort you, that the Lord would be a refuge, a source of peace.
Blessings,
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Oh, dear Bea, I am so, so sorry! And so shocked. You did so much for Steve for so long. And it seemed like maybe he would really pull through after all. It's so terribly sad.
I feel like like I know the two of you completely, even though we've never met. You have been such a staunch supporter throughout the years, not only of Steve, but of all of us. Your knowledge rivals that of an excellent LLMD!
And your heart is so full of love and giving. Now is a time for you to receive lots of love from all of us and from everyone who cares about you.
May God fill your heart and mind with His love and grace. May he comfort you and bring you peace. I send you love and continued prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
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Bea: My condolences on your loss. I know you fought valiantly on his behalf for a long time. We all admire your perseverence and determination to get him well. May you find peace and comfort in the memories of the good times. All best, Paulie
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Bea, I am so very sorry. Your exquisite care of Steve has always been an inspiration to me, even before this incredible fight that you waged for him. I wish you peace and healing.
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Bea, I am sorry. Steve may be gone from Earth and all of his suffering has been relieved but he is up there and will continue to assist us (and you if you continue) in fighting the lyme battle.
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So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending my deepest sympathy.
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nonna05
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Bea... I'm very sorry to hear about Steve..
Even though I don't know you personally...You have shown so much strength and courage.
Lord knows nobody could have done more for a loved one. Steve was blessed to have you.
I hope they figure it out someday so that more won't have to go through that.
May God just hold you in His Loving arms and let you rest in His peace for awhile.
Nonna
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Bea I am so deeply saddened I cannot express it in words only with tears.
If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.
Psalm 71:20-21 Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth you will again bring me up. You will increase my honor and comfort me once again.
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Sending thoughts and prayers your way. So sorry for your loss.
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Bea, I am so sorry. You were there by Steve's side the whole journey. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care of yourself.
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Dear Bea,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are a wonderful, caring wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Steve was a very blessed man to have had you as his wife.
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nonna05
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Bea, my heart goes out to you. I pray you can feel the LOVE coming your way.
Steve was so blessed to have you in his corner and life.
I hope they figure what it was so others can be sparred.
I pray the Lord holds you in His arms and covers you in peace and lets you get much needed rest for a bit.
Nonna
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Bea, I don't get here are regularly as I once did but remember you were always here giving advice to others in regards to what your husband had gone through with similar symptoms.
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences.
Cathy
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Bea, My condolences to you and your family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your efforts to rise above the obstacles that you and Steve have faced are an inspiration to us all.
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I am still so saddened to see this again today. It really breaks my heart (tears). All your poor husband did was get bit by a stupid tick. Bea, I wish for you a deep and comforting peace, especially during this difficult time. You did absolutely everything you could for Steve. You were his angel. Now he's yours. Hang in there. We are all thinking of you and Steve.
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So very sorry for your loss Bea, may you feel our presence and love from everyone here on lymenet. God bless!
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Sending you and all the Seibert family our very deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Steve. He is no longer suffering and is at home with the Lord.
You have been such an inspiration to all of us, your extended "family" on Lymenet. Please know we continue to pray for you that God would give you strength and peace in this most difficult time and, when you are ready, to continue the fight against this horrible disease in Steve's name and for all those who suffer from it.
Find comfort in Rev 21:4 "God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning, wailing or pain."
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payne
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Steve is Free. . . From Lyme Disease. . His aching body, His time here, is Now devine. Lord Keep Steve, May He show us the Way.. Much to release today, My Heart is Broken, Look up nothing but, Blue skies and Steve. FREE
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I'm so sorry Bea. You have always been there willing to answer my many questions while caring for your husband too and I am so saddened by this news. You have done so much for this community and for your husband. He is no longer suffering and is at peace. You have been in my thoughts and prayers.
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Bea, I'm so sorry for your loss. We have all been touched by Steve's life. Know that his suffering has not been for nothing. You have helped so many people. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Angie
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I don't post here a lot but I've been following the threads silently and including both of you in my nightly prayer since this started.
May God walk with you and keep you safe and strong throughout this difficult time. Rest easy knowing you did all you could and that Steve is in a better place.
God bless.
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Bea - I am so very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I have not been on lymenet in a long time, but received an email from Betty letting me know that he had passed.
You were so very helpful to me when I was very sick, and partly thanks to you, I am well today, living a "normal" life, working 3 jobs with energy to spare, and so very grateful for all your help. Please know that the loyalty and love that you shared with your wonderful Steve is traveling with him.
Many prayers for you, Bea. Perhaps I should come back to Lymenet and help in "Seeking" in your and Steve's honor.
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Bea, so very sorry to hear about this loss for you. We know that you will need time to find peace.
Know also that there are so many here that have benefited from all of the knowledge you have acquired over the years. I hope that one day you are able to come back here to LymeNet, continuing to educate and be a source of inspiration.
<3
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Bea, God grant you peace from the Prince of Peace, grace from the Author of Grace, Hope from He who is the Blessed Hope, and mercy from the Father of Mercy.
TxCoord & Silverwolf
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Bea, I am so very saddened to hear that Steve passed on. Please remember that you will always have your friends at Lymenet.
Your long efforts to help your hubby must have been greatly appreciated by him -- you never stopped, you were always his devoted companion and I'm sure he took great comfort in that.
In sympathy,and in friendship, Phyl
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I am so, so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
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Prayers, peace, love, healing to you Bea. You were the most wonderful wife a guy could have. I know Steve knew that and you carried him through the most awful times. He knew he had you by his side and he knew he was never alone. He always had your love and support. God bless you Bea.
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Bea, I am sad for your loss. Steve will not be forgotten.
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Bea,
I am so sorry to hear this news. May Steve rest in peace. My condolences during this very difficult time.
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You were his angel and now he is yours.
Still, always, thinking of you because you are an angel to all of us.
Much love
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"You have left this world of sorrow, and are free from pain and harm, and now rest in peace and comfort, in the blessed Savior's arms." Unknown
Bea, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and my prayers. God Bless you.
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Dear Bea, So sorry to hear this. Brought tears to my eyes.
You,Steve and your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. Big comforting Hugs for you/Please take good care.
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Bea, I have read your posts during the last couple of years that I've been on Lymenet. I only know you through Lymenet, but like others have said, I have been inspired by your perseverence and courage in the fight to get the best care possible for your husband. I sincerely hope you can feel some solace knowing you did all you could and that you accompanied him-- you were with him every step of the way-- in the long struggle. God Bless you and your family. Mary
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Oh Bea....I am so sad. My heart just aches for you. You are one of the most amazing women I've ever had the pleasure to admire. I pray your heart will remain full and that you will stay the course with your mission, as you are one determined and effective woman.
Steve lived as long as he did because he had you fighting by his side. I'm heartbroken to know you are no longer together in body, but I rejoice in knowing you are together in spirit, and that you will be reunited in Heaven one day.
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Bea, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure mere words can not be much comfort right now but know you are held in my thoughts and prayers as this difficult time passes for you. Geri
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Bea, I am so sorry for your loss. You are a beautiful caregiver, and both of you amazing fighters. Hugs to enfold you, and prayers with you right now.
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