A tragedy within our community

Scurvy_Platypus · Post by **Scurvy_Platypus** » Thu Apr 22, 2004 9:44 pm

On Wednesday, April 21, 2004 at about 14:00 EST the young son of Nithia passed away as the result of Batten Disease.

I've tried to write this for the last hour, and still can't figure out what to say, or how to say it. At times we all become wrapped up in our own little worlds, both online and offline. But when something like this happens, it jolts all of us.

My understanding is the arrangements are next week. Any persons that are interested in making a donation to aid her with the arrangements, please contact me via PM.

Any persons intrested in learning more about Batten Disease should go to the Batten Disease Support and Research Association. The have more information about this disease, which is always fatal in cases involving children. Although they are able to diagnose it, there is currently no known cause of this disease, nor treatment for it.

sarek88 · Post by **sarek88** » Thu Apr 22, 2004 9:49 pm

I have not been here for as long as most, but I know that a tragedy for one of the members of this community is a tragedy for all of us. I am sorry

Dirk Cutlass · Post by **Dirk Cutlass** » Thu Apr 22, 2004 9:54 pm

This is extremely sad news indeed. And certainly when a tragedy like this happens it puts one's own very minor probelms into perspective.

My condolences. My thoughts are with you.

Teria Kross · Post by **Teria Kross** » Thu Apr 22, 2004 10:43 pm

Themi and I both agree, tis a sad day for all avlisians, when one of our own suffers a loss. Our prayers and our condolences are with you.

-Kessa

maelwydd · Post by **maelwydd** » Thu Apr 22, 2004 11:11 pm

My thought are with you.

KosmtecOrion · Post by **KosmtecOrion** » Thu Apr 22, 2004 11:12 pm

CuRoi · Post by **CuRoi** » Thu Apr 22, 2004 11:33 pm

As the father of two, I imagine there are no words which can adequately console at a time such as this. But Nithia, please know that you have the deepest sympathies of myself and my entire family.

-Dryw

Comick · Post by **Comick** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 12:05 am

Draconis · Post by **Draconis** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 12:17 am

My prayers and energy goes out to you, Nithia, and your family.

Manuel the White · Post by **Manuel the White** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 12:47 am

I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your child.

Aralee · Post by **Aralee** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 2:16 am

I don't have the words.. I'm just so sorry Nith.

Post by **Orleron** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 3:02 am

Words are so inadequate for things like this. ..... Please accept our condolence.

Cymbolism · Post by **Cymbolism** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 3:43 am

My deepest sympathies to all the family.

bolo · Post by **bolo** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 3:47 am

I'm so sorry this happened to you and your family.My prayers and thoughts go out to you.

JollyOrc · Post by **JollyOrc** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 4:15 am

Nithia, I cannot express how much I am sorry over this. I can only offer my condolences, as feeble they must seem to you.

TheElvenKing · Post by **TheElvenKing** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 4:15 am

I wish there was something I could say or do to ease your pain, Nithia. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your loved ones.

Demandred · Post by **Demandred** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 4:44 am

...deepest condolences

Badtznik · Post by **Badtznik** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 5:17 am

You have my condolence... take care Nithia and family.

Casmicus · Post by **Casmicus** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 6:07 am

*makes the sign of the cross*

My condolences. Blessed be....

Baggie · Post by **Baggie** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 6:10 am

The words may seem empty but they are said from the heart. You and your family are in my thoughts, please accept my condolences.

Heronimous Fox · Post by **Heronimous Fox** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 8:31 am

Please accept my deepest condolences.

denor firefly · Post by **denor firefly** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 8:32 am

My deepest condolences.

svg · Post by **svg** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 8:38 am

Deep Peace of the running wave to you
Deep Peace of the silent stars to you
Deep Peace of the flowing air to you
Deep Peace of the quiet earth to you
May Peace fill your soul
Let Peace make you whole.

-Celtic Blessing-

My deepest Condolences to you and yours.

kombinat · Post by **kombinat** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 9:11 am

Words are insufficient at such times, but they're the best we have to work with. Heartfelt sorrow and condolences for you and yours, Nithia, may the pain pass but the memories live on.

Bas-Postma · Post by **Bas-Postma** » Fri Apr 23, 2004 9:31 am

My condolences.

Rest well and take care.