(saint) Diane has died.

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(saint) Diane has died.

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I called her (saint) for very good reason. She battled pancreatic cancer for nearly 5 years. She was my best friend, my lover, my companion. She was the best person I ever knew. I am crushed.

This is a picture of her taken about 6 years ago in her mid fifties.
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My most sincere condolences, Tom.
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She was a beautiful lady. I'm very sorry for your loss.

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Very sad news. Having a loved one with cancer, one takes on their suffering, in part. You have my sympathy and condolences. Take care of yourself.
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My deepest sympathies for your loss.
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I too am so very sorry for your loss. From your post it has been very clear how much you loved her. How fortunate can any of us be to have had that kind of a special person in our lives.
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My condolences. The way you talk about her it's clear how much you loved and respected her.
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At a loss for words for your loss. But thanks for sharing and I hope you find peace. We should all hold our loved ones closer this season. I know I will.
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Condolences, Tom. My thoughts are with you and yours.
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Tom,

This is very sad news. I am very sorry for your loss.

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