Remembering a wonderful lady, Sylvia (pictures/sound)

Dan Murphy · Jun 6, 2004

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Remembering our friend Sylvia today......


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Tomorrow, June 7th, is the third, sad anniversary of the passing of our DIS
friend, Sylvia, having passed away June 7, 2001. I have written similar
thoughts as this on past June 7th's, as well as on Sylvia's birthdays, January
14th. Having a limited number of pictures to share, as well as
limited recollections, I pretty much remember her as I did on her birthday, some
months back earlier in the year.
Take a moment, relax, enjoy a life, Sylvia's......

Many folks here on the DIS, who have come here in the past 3 years, are not
familiar with Sylvia, did not know Sylvia, though do see periodic references to her in posts every
now and then, or in memorial clipart in some DIS'ers signatures, like mine below.

Sylvia came to the DIS, in early 2000, like most of us,
searching for some Disney answers, and she found the DIS, the DIS family, and likewise,
that DIS family found Sylvia. She came, looking to make a magical trip to Disney World, a
spur of the moment trip, for her and her son, Nick, then about 5 years old,
shortly before she was about to restart chemo, due to a recurrence of her breast
cancer, originally diagnosed and initially treated in mid 1998. Sylvia was able to
go, making lifelong memories for little Nick. Some folks on the DIS helped indeed make her
and Nick's WDW trip a reality, a magical memory for both.

Shortly after that trip, Sylvia's health, suffering the ravages of
her breast cancer, slowly deteriorated, with her finally passing away, June 7th,
2001. A very sad day, a sad time here on the DIS for our family here. Our friend, Sylvia,
here on the DIS for less that 18 months, and passing away 3 years ago,
made a very lasting and indelible impression and memory on so many.

Today, we remember Sylvia. I do hope to talk to
Sylvia's mom, Margarete, later today or during the week. I did email her
some days back, asking if she had any current pictures of Nick she could share
with us. As yet, have not heard back, but know she goes online quite
seldom. If I get any from Margarete, I will post them here on the Community
Board. I had talked to Margarete some months back, she is okay, Nick is
doing fine also.

In Sylvia's memory, let us all try to do our part in
maintaining good health.

Make that appointment to get checked up....today


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About one year before Sylvia passed away, another young DIS'er, 
EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">Tink 2300, aka Stephanie, also passed away.
And more recently, we lost Robin and Beverly Lynn, two more young women in the
prime of their lives. Three young children, Nick, Caitlyn and Aryn lost
their mom's way too early in life. Keep their memories alive, Steph,
Sylvia, Robin, Beverly Lynn.

Here are a few pictures I have of Sylvia that I think give a little insight into this lovely lady,
a friend I never met........

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This was taken on Sylvia's last birthday while with us,
January, 2001, just 5 months
prior to her death. Great smile, no??
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Taken about 1 year after diagnosis with Dan, a good friend who
shared with Sylvia in her last couple years, enjoying nature, enjoying life.
<img src="http://www.dmurphydis2.com/Sylvia/Sylvia6_330X450.jpg" width="330" height="450">
This is Christmas of '98, with Nick. Sylvia felt
comfortable with
her baldness, a necessary side effect of getting well she said.
A few pictures from Sylvia's healthier days......
<img src="http://www.dmurphydis2.com/Sylvia/Sylvia1_545X450.jpg" width="545" height="450">

This picture is of Sylvia, Nick and Dan's DD, Emma.
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What a great picture of a great lady!!!! This picture
was taken
about 6 months before she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Sylvia loved the
outdoors and animals. She was especially fond of otters.
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Taken shortly before she was diagnosed, a
great picture of Sylvia and little Nick.
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And all throughout her illness, what a strong lady!!!!
Anyone see a frown?
Always smiling, that was Sylvia.

A good site to visit, many great items of help here......
<a href="http://www.komen.org/intradoc-cgi/idc_cgi_isapi.dll?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=298">
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation</a>
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Love ya, Syl, my friend. :hug:

Dan

A picture of Nick, from early last year
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<img src="http://www.dmurphydis2.com/Sylvia/Eeyore.jpg" width="213" height="142">
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Goodbye Canada's Rose
May you ever grow in our hearts.
You were the grace that placed itself
Where lives were torn apart.
You called out to our family,
And you whispered to those in pain.
Now you belong to heaven,
And the stars spell out your name.

And it seems to me you lived your life
Like a candle in the wind:
Never fading with the sunset
When the rain set in.
And your footsteps will always fall here,
Along Canada's greenest hills;
Your candle's burned out long before
Your legend ever will.

Loveliness we've lost;
These empty days without your smile.
This torch we'll always carry
For our family's golden child.
And even though we try,
The truth brings us to tears;
All our words cannot express
The joy you brought us through the years.

Goodbye Canada's Rose,
From a family lost without your soul,
Who'll miss the wings of your compassion
More than you'll ever know.
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Music--Goodbye England's Rose,
Elton John/Bernie Taupin (with a bit of literary liberty)
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WebmasterMaryJo · Jun 6, 2004

Such a sad memory, but thank you, Dan, for posting it.

Lachesis00 · Jun 6, 2004

You have a beautiful way of remembering friends Dan.... thank you. I didn't know her but your tribute is simply beautiful.

Tuffcookie · Jun 6, 2004

How sad that all these children will not know their incredible moms!

I couldn't help but notice Nick has his mother's smile!

TC

CEDmom · Jun 6, 2004

Dan,

That was a beautiful tribute. I didn't know Sylvia but she sounds like she was a wonderful person and a great mom. It always saddens me when someone is taken in the prime of life even more so if they leave behind children.

Hillbeans · Jun 6, 2004

"Make that appt. and get checked out today"

Great advice Dan, and great post.

liznboys · Jun 6, 2004

I didn't know her and have wondered about her story. Wow. I pray her son does well in life!

Mercy · Jun 6, 2004

Thanks Dan, that was beautiful! :sad1:

tiggerlover · Jun 6, 2004

Thanks for the tribute, Dan. It is hard to believe it has been three years already.

minnie56 · Jun 6, 2004

But I didn't know her either....

How very sad. Very sad for all those children left behind and all their loved ones as well.

A lovely tribute....how lucky to have come to know you Dan as well.

God Bless them all...

Luv2Dream · Jun 6, 2004

As tears stream down my face, all I can say is thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute. I pray that Nick, and all the other children who lost their mother's so young, find comfort and strength in their memories.

Pin Wizard · Jun 6, 2004

That is so sad! Beautiful tribute, Dan. Prayers for Nick and all the kids.

Tinkerbelle739 · Jun 6, 2004

You are truly a great friend Dan Murphy!!!

A beautiful tribute to a beautiful lady.

Here's to Sylvia! :flower1:

TeresaNJ · Jun 6, 2004

Dan you made me cry again. If everyone in life had just one friend like you then that person is very, very rich. Thanks for reminding of us the hardships that some people have to go through, and that most of our problems are little ones compared to others. I pray that Nick, Caitlyn and Aryn have happy lives and that they get to meet their wonderful moms again someday.

gina2000 · Jun 6, 2004

Dan,

Every year when you post a tribute to Sylvia, I cry. I never knew Sylvia, but the persona you create through your pictures and words is so real, so lovely. Thank you for remembering her in such a wonderful way.

Serena · Jun 6, 2004

Kitty 34 · Jun 6, 2004

A beautiful tribute, Dan.

PA Tigger · Jun 6, 2004

Oh Uncle Dan you have such a way with words.

avdeane · Jun 6, 2004

I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Sylvia, but obviously she was a very much loved person, who is deeply missed.

I agree that this is a beautiful tribute Dan!!

snoopy · Jun 6, 2004

Its hard to believe its only been 3 years. It just seems like such a long time ago, all of us old timers here were first becoming friends and then this sad death that humbled us.

Sylvia was one in a million - smart as a whip with a great sense of humor, and in the face of all that adversity, no less. She is very much missed.

Thanks, Dan, you really "speak" for all of us with your lovely pictorials and tributes.

Remembering a wonderful lady, Sylvia (pictures/sound)

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