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.

Mother and Daughter

Mother and Daughter

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Lonna's Memorial

We are trying to determine about how many to plan for at the Memorial. If you could please call Theresa at 832-584-3743 and let her know how many will be attending.

Thank you
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Monday, September 22, 2008

Hotel information

Hotels/Motels in the Woodlands area


The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center -
www.woodlandsresort.com 281-367-1100 800-433-2624

The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel -
www.thewoodllandsmarriott.com 281-367-9797 800-228-9290

Best Western -
www.thebestwestern.com/thewoodlands 936-271-2378

Comfort Suites -
www.comfortsuites.com/hotel/tx371 936-273-1500 800-228-5150

Fairfield Inn & Suites -
www.marriott/houtw.com 936-271-0110 800-228-2800

Extended Stay America -
www.extendedstayhotels.com 281-296-2799

America's Best Value Inn & Suites -
www.bestvalueinn.com 281-363-3933

Drury Inn -
www.druryhotels.com 281-362-7222

Hampton Inn -
www.hampton-inn.com/hi/thewoodlands 936-273-3400

Hilton Garden Inn -
www.houstonthewoodlands.stayhgi.com 281-364-9300

Holiday Inn Express -
www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hd/wdltx 281-681-8088 800-465-4329

Homewood Suites by Hilton -
www.homewoodsuitesthewoodlands.com 281-681-9199 800-225-5466

Budget Inn & Suites - 281-298-8140

La Quinta (North) - 281-367-77222
La Quinta (South) 281-681-9188
www.laquinta.com

Marriott Courtyard -
www.marriott.com 281-292-3262 800-321-2211

Marriott Residence Inn (Lake Front) 281-292-3252
Marriott Residence Inn (Six Pines) 281-419-1542
www.marriott.com 800-331-3131

Super 8 -
www.super8.com 281-367-5040
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Saturday, September 20, 2008

Hurricaine Ike

Hi Everyone,

We just got back from the Mundle's cabin in Wisconsin where we took refuge while waiting for power to be restored and the gas lines and grocery store lines to dwindle. It was quite a trial getting through the past couple of weeks.

Halle went north to Janet's house in Denver and was able to see all of the relatives up there. We stayed behind to get the tree off the roof and clean up. Our friend Bob Mundle came in from Corpus Christi and brought up a chain saw and generator. Bob, our neighbor Dan and Den chopped the tree up and managed to do it with no injuries. The house was relatively damage free. Viewing some of the damage around Houston we were really blessed.

I am most anxious for Halle's return tomorrow. She starts back to school on Monday.

I am trying to sort through Lonna's house but finding it very difficult. Thanks to all of you once again. You've given your time, your emotions, your love, your kind donations and so much support. I truly don't know how we all could have managed without all of you. I love you for it and I know God will bless you, as he blessed us with you in our lives.

We'll see you on the 4th of Oct. I will be listing some local hotels in the next day or two.

Sandy
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Thursday, September 18, 2008

Lonna's Memorial

Lonna's Memorial Service will be held on...

October 4th - 1:00pm

Marriott Waterway in The Woodlands

We would ask that anyone who would like to speak, give us a call or email so we will know how to manage the time available.

You can e-mail Janet at - jssflyin@comcast.net

Aunt Janet
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United Airlines

I wanted to update you on a past blog about United Airlines.
When Lonna came to Idaho she was unable to make her scheduled flight back to Houston.We now know it was her Pancreatitis. She went from my house to the hosptital and never went home. It cost my sister, Halle and my mom over $600.00 because of my sister and her illness as she had to change her plane trip one day.

We called United Airlines but they refused to budge. I called Customer Relations as well as My friends Cindy and Vicki who were also outraged. I sent the president of United a letter informing him of the issue.

Good news United Airlines Customer Relations just sent me a letter and are going to refund the money back to my sister's credit card. Thanks United Airlines for doing the right thing.

Fly the friendly Skies..

Vicky
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Sunday, September 14, 2008

Memorial Canceled

Hello,

Lonna's Memorial will not be held on Sept 27th. Houston is not a functioning City at this point. The City is not expected to have power for 2-3 weeks.Therefore, we will not be having Lonna's Memorial until Oct.

My mom and family are all safe. They have no power, gas and limited water supply.

There will not be school for a few weeks. Halle will be flying out with my Aunt Janet for two weeks to Denver until Houston gets back to normal.

We will update you when further information becomes available.

Thanks
Vicky
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Thursday, September 11, 2008

Lonna's Memorial Service

A Memorial Service for Lonna will be held on Saturday the 27th of September at 1:00 PM

The Marriott Waterways
The Woodlands, Texas

All Inflight friends are invited to wear their uniforms as a tribute to her 24 years of service, in a career she loved.

I will be providing hotel information soon.

Thank you all, you have been wonderful to us. We love you.
Sandy
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Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Wednesday September 10th

Today at 3:45 am Lonna passed away. We thank you for all the love and support. We are in the process of planning a memorial and will let everyone know when we have more information.

Love Vicky

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Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Lonna - Sept 3rd

Today, Lonna is home. Hospice is now in charge of my sister's care. She is on a pain pump and is pretty loopy.

In order to prepare everyone, Lonna most likely will not be with us too much longer. Please pray for her daughter and our family as we stand by my sister in her final days with us.

Love, Vicky
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Monday, September 1, 2008

Labor Day Update

Hello,

Lonna is still in the hospital. She is not doing well and is in a great deal of pain. The Physician team is currently trying to manage her pain. At this time it does not look very positive about her making the trip to Mexico. She is to weak and in to much pain to make that kind of trip. One of her doctors spoke to her and my mom today and is recommending Hospice Care at home. I will write more when I know more. If you could all pray for the pain to subside and her to be comfortable that would be great.

Thank you very much
Love, Vicky

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