jrch, I am sorry for the loss of your mother and will keep you and your family in my prayers. My mom passed away from cancer too with all of her kids by her side. We are expecting this to happen but are really never quite ready for it to happen. Good luck in all you do and come back and post at times..Jim

Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here