Today is the 20th of May. Lonna had a good night. Her vital signs are stable at this time. She is heavily medicated. She is unable to except any visitors at this time. She is well aware of all of you, her dear friends and loved ones who are there in prayer and thought for her. The Peterson angels Lorraine and Kathy were there with her during the night last night. Sandy and Halle will be having a sleep over in her room tonight. She wants her daughter by her side. The constant outpouring of love and support have been overwhelming. We are so grateful to you all. Thank you for your continued prayers and love.
Aunt Janet.
In December 2007, Lonna had hysterectomy and shortly afterward became ill with what the doctors believe was pneumonia and then MAC disease. With further tissue samples and testing she was diagnosed on May 9th with lung cancer. Three days later, she was admitted into the hospital with stage 4 Malignant Adeno Carcinoma. The doctors feel that chemotherapy is the only way to slow down this aggressive, fast-growing cancer.
The family is still holding on to the fact that there are miracles that happen every day. We are all fervently praying that Lonna Dee Keeth will be God's next miracle. This cancer has gripped her so unbelievably fast. On May 14th, the doctor put a medaport in Lonna's chest for her impending chemo therapy treatment. They no longer got Lonna out of surgery before the doctors wheeled her right back in for emergency surgery. Her lungs and her heart had life threatening fluid build up that had to be removed. On May 15th and 16th she layed in ICU starting to recover. At 10pm on the May 16th she had her first dose of chemo.
Today, May 17th, is a new day and we still have Lonna with us. Lonna is going to fight! Please fight with us! We need more angels like Lonna to continue walking amongst us. Lonna has a 12 year daughter named Halle Keeth, she is so beautiful just like her mother. Some of you might remember her from our inflight training video, she was the little unaccompanied minor that looked up at the flight attendant and had that one line, (don't talk to my mom that way), but she did say it perfectly. Most of Lonna's family are Continental employees in one facet or another. Her mother, Sandra Hayes, is a HTA flight attendant and her stepfather Dennis Baraga (Buzz) is in reservations. Lonna's Aunt Janet Shelton is a flight attendant and her Uncle Rob Shelton is a pilot.
From the beginning Continental Airlines has been so supportive to our entire family, we will forever be so grateful for all their kindness. Lonna has so many dear friends who are praying for her, loving her, and missing her. The family is asking all of you to please hold Lonnna Dee Keeth up in your prayers. People all over the world are praying for Lonna right now please join us in our prayers. Through this blog we will try to keep everyone updated frequently as we all go through this uncharted journey.
The family is still holding on to the fact that there are miracles that happen every day. We are all fervently praying that Lonna Dee Keeth will be God's next miracle. This cancer has gripped her so unbelievably fast. On May 14th, the doctor put a medaport in Lonna's chest for her impending chemo therapy treatment. They no longer got Lonna out of surgery before the doctors wheeled her right back in for emergency surgery. Her lungs and her heart had life threatening fluid build up that had to be removed. On May 15th and 16th she layed in ICU starting to recover. At 10pm on the May 16th she had her first dose of chemo.
Today, May 17th, is a new day and we still have Lonna with us. Lonna is going to fight! Please fight with us! We need more angels like Lonna to continue walking amongst us. Lonna has a 12 year daughter named Halle Keeth, she is so beautiful just like her mother. Some of you might remember her from our inflight training video, she was the little unaccompanied minor that looked up at the flight attendant and had that one line, (don't talk to my mom that way), but she did say it perfectly. Most of Lonna's family are Continental employees in one facet or another. Her mother, Sandra Hayes, is a HTA flight attendant and her stepfather Dennis Baraga (Buzz) is in reservations. Lonna's Aunt Janet Shelton is a flight attendant and her Uncle Rob Shelton is a pilot.
From the beginning Continental Airlines has been so supportive to our entire family, we will forever be so grateful for all their kindness. Lonna has so many dear friends who are praying for her, loving her, and missing her. The family is asking all of you to please hold Lonnna Dee Keeth up in your prayers. People all over the world are praying for Lonna right now please join us in our prayers. Through this blog we will try to keep everyone updated frequently as we all go through this uncharted journey.
Mother and Daughter
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
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Dear Lonna and family,
I just got home from a 2 day trip where knowing I'd pay you a visit tonight was keeping a genuine smile on my face for the customers and my sweet crew. When I read that visits had been limited, I was initially crushed but I have such faith in your doctors and nurses that this decision is in your best interest. I have changed my screensaver to your picture and will spend time in prayer this evening for you all. I even packed an extra set of F/A wings in my bag so you are in the skies with me on my trips! (Lonna, you'd hate the trips my seniority holds but you're with me anyway!) As soon as visits are allowed-- I'll be there by your side with a BIG smile just for you. Just call if anyone there needs anything. Each of you are ANGELS in my eyes and I am inspired by your faith.
I send love to you all,
Deb Brancato
debfly@sbcglobal.net
As I read the messages left by your friends and family, I continue to learn more about your life and what a tremendously respected and strong woman you are. I shouldn't be surprised because of the strength your Mom and Aunt have. You are so loved by everyone and I continue to hold you up in prayer and I also pray for Halle and your Mom and Janet. I love you all and pray for a miracle. Lonna, hold on to your faith and God will honor you.
Halle, you are such a beautiful young lady and I know this must be very difficult for you. Keep believing. I know God has his arms wrapped tightly around you as well.
Love
~Pam~
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