During Febr this year, my wife was diagnosed with asbestosis. She was operated on and we were told that it was not malignant but also warned that it might change. Three months ago she went for a checkup and everything was fine. Then she started coughing again, went for a scan on Monday and today we were told that the worst has happened. We will know by tomorrow what the prognosis is but the doctor already told us that there is very little to be done. Please pray for us, please!!

I’m so sorry to hear that Pieter, my thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Im sorry to hear that , I hope she recovers !

I am so sorry pieter I went through something similar with my wife. I will pray for her. And give her our love. From Andy and Cathy.

Hold on to every glimmer of hope.

Not good, Pieter. We’ll be praying for you two.

Pieter, and Mrs Claassen and kids are in my thoughts and prayers. Hope it turns out better than it sounds. Never give up hope. Stefan

Pieter … thoughts are with you … hoping for the best.

That’s the worst kind of news to hear, my sincerest best wishes to you both. My Dad is a cancer sufferer and this year has been an absolute rollercoaster of emotions, he was diagnosed in March and endured a very long treatment of radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Initially he was diagnosed with two types of cancer, and the prognosis looked very grave indeed, but further tests revealed that the initial diagnosis was wrong and it was a single strain of cancer he was suffering from, and that its treatability looked more viable. He has been massively stoic throughout the whole ordeal, but I know it’s been exceptionally hard for him, at 72, both physically and emotionally. We will find out on Tuesday whether the treatment has been successful, and everyone in our family has every available limb and digit crossed for him. I’ll keep all my spare digits crossed for you and your wife, Pieter. As Brigstowe said, hang on to hope at all times, hope is the most powerful ally we have sometimes.

@Pieter, my prayers are with you and your wife, my friend.

@Pieter, that sucks. Prayers being said here as well.

Prayers and telepathic support to your wife, yourself, and all those close to you, Pieter. One Love.

I’ll pray for you and call my parents and have them keep you in their prayer group. I’m sorry to hear the bad news and Pray for the best. Good luck.

Vigil at shrine of St. Thérèse of Lisieux for her.

My thoughts are with you and your loved one.

I pray for you and your wife.

My thoughts are with you and your family Pieter.

I am so sorry to hear that Pieter; of course you will both be in my thoughts and prayers. If you can, or want to, please let us know what happens.

It takes a lot of courage to share that. If you ever need anyone to chat with, feel free to contact me. I’ll be sending only good thoughts your way. I do know that when things are down, sometimes, it is only a matter of time, before good stuff comes

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Pieter

In my opinion the best thing you can do is make everything as easy for her as possible. That’s helps more either way. It will make it easier to for her to pull through. If she doesn’t pull through well you helped her as much as possible and made the end better. Sorry to have to be morbid I hope it was the right thing to say. And don’t forget to take care of yourself too. The better you do the better she’ll do too.

Stay strong my friend, Pieter. I would have said almost what Bob just said. Spend time with her and not us for awhile. We love you and we’ll always be here when you want us.

Thinking of you both Pieter. Stay strong.

My thoughts are with you Pieter.

My wife was operated for lungcancer more the two years ago. We know what you are going through, our thoughts are with you and hope for the best. Jaap Bes.

Ah Pieter, I am very sorry to hear this. Wishing for the best for you and the Mrs. You’ve got my prayers.

I’m sorry to hear the news about your wife’s health, Pieter. Keep your chin up and remember you are surrounded by a network of friends around the globe wishing the best for your family. Many good vibes heading your way!

Terribly sorry to hear it, Pieter. Your wife and family are in our thoughts.

Sorry to hear this. I hope for the best for you and your wife.

My deepest sympathies. May the merciful one bless you both.

though on side you’re both lucky. (yeah kind of like how if you fall off a boat and don’t drown or get eaten by sharks you’re lucky but the guy that didn’t stay on the boat isn’t). Sounds like it was caught early. Which makes a really big diffrence, it’s why certain skin cancer kill less people since it’s outside you see it sooner. So thought I’d throw that one out there. Lots of people don’t find out they have this kind of cancer untill they’ve had it for a lot longer then she could have. So good job on getting it found quickly.

My wife passed away tonight

My deepest sympathies to you and yours.

Pieter , There is nothing I can really say, just know in your heart that you are not alone. My deepest sympathies.

Oh Pieter, so sorry to read this.  My deepest condolences to you.

I’m very sorry for your loss.  I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers.

I am very sorry for your loss Pieter.

Pieter, so sorry … heart goes out to you and your family.

I’m sorry Pieter

I’m so sorry Pieter.  My thoughts go out to you and your family.

Prayers sent on your behalf. I wish I had some helpful words or even words to express my sorrow for you and your family. You have friends here if you need them. Peace be upon you, Brother.

Sorry to hear this, Pieter. Prayers out to you and your family, friend.

So sorry, Pieter, to hear your news.

Pieter I am so so sorry for your loss.

 very sorry to hear about your loss Pieter, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Sorry Pieter.

liftted you up. peace be with you.

edm

With tears in my eyes I thank God it was quick. Good on you for being there for her. In her remembrance you must  take care of _your_self now. With you in spirit, you owe her that much more at the very least. Thank you for sharing your humanity with us. May she now rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of your loss, Pieter.  My thoughts are with you, my friend.

It’s tough to lose someone, but alas life always goes on. You and your family will be in my thoughts. I only wish the best for you.

My condolences to you during this most difficult time, Pieter.  

Pieter, I am so sorry for your loss.I will email you. 

God bless you Pieter, so very sorry.

So sorry to hear of your loss Pieter.

Must be hard and I can’t relate (haven’t spent that much time with anyone yet). I don’t know you religion but it doesn’t matter because they all say the same thing that this isn’t an ending though it still is horribly sad to have to miss someone this way.

Sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your family. I wish you all the strength for the future.

Jaap Bes.

Stay strong. You’re in our thoughts.

Hang in there man. Very sorry to hear the news.

You are in my thoughts, Pieter.  

My condolences, Pieter.  My thoughts are with you.

Condolences.

So sorry, Peter. We are with you in our prayers.

Deepest sorrow and condolences.

Pieter, terribly sorry to hear about your loss.

Pieter, my friend, I feel your pain.  Its so hard to live with such loss.  You are strong though, I know.  Your wife is no longer in pain.  Now you have to heal yourself.  PM me if you want, what  can offer is yours.

I am very sorry to learn of your loss.

Pieter, I am so saddened by this news.  I haven’t been around for some time except a quick lurker peek once in a while, but I had to express my sincerest condolences to you.  With all the times you’ve mentioned her over the years in discussions about travel and food and shopping and daily life I know how much you loved her.  I’m sure you have countless wonderful memories of her.  She will always be a part of who you are.

-Patrick

A bit late to this thread, but sorry to hear about this Pieter. I’ll be thinking of you, and hope everything gets better for you soon.  

Just a note to say you have remained in my thoughts as of late, be strong Brother…

Oh my goodness I miss your update

I’m so sorry Pieter.  These times are  hard.
She’s in Peace now.  Let me know if there’s anything i could possibly do for you.

I’ve been away for a few days, and I came back to find this. I’m sitting here with a lump in my throat. I’m so sorry for your loss Pieter, I cannot even begin to imagine what you must be going through.

sorry for your loss pieter.

Pieter I just found this news.  I am very sad for your loss.  May you take strength.

I am very sorry for your loss, Pieter. My mom died the very same day, a little over a year after she was diagnosed with breast cancer. I hope you are taking care of yourself, my friend.