Tuesday, March 20, 2007

Dara’s New Journey Begins….

As some of you know, and some may not, Dara has lost her battle with breast cancer. She has moved into a place where there is no cancer and no pain. She passed away this past Friday in McKee Hospital in Loveland, Colorado after only a brief stay. She was surrounded by family and friends… most of all, love.

For those who need details, I will only say that the cancer that has spread to her liver progressed at a rate that could not be handled. There is nothing else that needs to be said or shared.

Dara would hope that everyone would remember her as the spunky-fun loving gal that had a zest for life. They would remember a loyal friend, a loving family member, or a caring mom.

I can not speak for all, but I consider myself one of the luckiest people on this great earth, for knowing Dara and having a chance to learn how to love from her and how to enjoy life. To Jane and me, she is a pillar of courage, and that is what I want to remember her by.

Thanks for all the love, prayers, and energy that you all have shared. I know that you have soothed her and helped pave the way to a road with fewer bumps, being led to a better place by a sturdy hand. For that, we are grateful.

To respond only as Dara could …

Love and Peace,
Chris and Jane

(In lieu of Flowers, Donations can be made directly to the Robichaud Family that will be donated in one lump sum to Komen Breast Cancer Foundation or to Komen Directly)

2 Comments:

At 8:45 AM, Blogger Geekslayre said...

Chris and Jane,

You wouldn't know me, but my parents and I are from Dara's Astrocamp days (Jayson (me), Bill and Sharron Slinger).

I don't know what to say, but feel compelled to say something.

Dara is one of the truest friends that I've ever had the pleasure of having in my life - if just briefly. I rejoice in that she had you and Jane in her life. You seem as beautiful and loving as what I remember Dara to be..

One of my most fond memories is that she was my Star Trek buddy at camp. We always tried to get evening classes done as quickly as possible so we could go watch some TV and chill on trek nights. We actually had ourselves a little club of AstroTrekkies. But it was in her company that I found the most peace and comfort after a day of teaching/herding/tranquilizing a bunch of excited campers. Always easy to talk to, and always there when feeling as if the stress of camp might make me crumple.

Anywhoo... I grieve and celebrate Dara from afar. And even though we've never met, I will always be thinking of the three of you.

Deep peace of the running wave to you
Deep peace of the flowing air to you
Deep peace of the quiet earth to you
Deep peace of the shining stars to you



jayson@ghostproductions.com
geekslayre@hotmail.com

 
At 6:23 PM, Blogger CGould said...

I don't know if you still read this blog, or if you remember me, but I thought I'd try and reach out to you. My name is Carly Gould. I was one of Mrs. Robichaud's students at Hillel and babysat for Jane many times when she was first born. I wish I had your contact information because I have always wished to stay in contact and be updated on Jane's life. If you read this and would like to contact me, my e-mail is carly219@gmail.com.

best wishses.

 

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