I was talking to Ron's sister last night who is a nurse. We both agree that the damage from the radiation is what killed him. He had been having gum issues and they had lazered a couple of areas on his gums over the past year. His poor mouth was in such bad shape and I think he got a severe infection that went through his blood stream and attacked his heart. That's the only thing that makes sense. But what's strange is the day he died was a normal, good day. There were no signs that this was going to happen. Even his Doctors were shocked when they heard the news. My only comfort is he went in his sleep and he is no longer in pain. I know he is in a better place, it's just hard on the rest of us left behind. Thank you all for the kind words and support. It means a lot.

Love,

Shelley