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

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

14 comments:

Anonymous said...

My precious, precious Lonna,
WE pray for you daily. We love you and stand on God's Word for your healing. There is Power-Power-wonder working Power -in the Blood-of the Lamb. The precious Blood of the Lamb.
Standing of the Promises of God, Bill and Paula Stringer

Anonymous said...

Lonna, I have been praying for you since I heard of your news in May. Please know that I pray for you constantly and you are always in my thoughts. I wish you peace and comfort as you go through this struggle.

Anonymous said...

Lonna,

I know distance and time has kept us apart but you have always been in my heart. I have been praying for you every time I think of you which is often.

I love you so much.

Love Meeshaball

Anonymous said...

Lonna, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish you peace and I hope you can find some healing and comfort during this time. You are loved by so many and have touched so many people. God Bless you adn your family.
Michelle Merrill

Anonymous said...

Dear Lonna and Family:
God bless you all. Thinking and praying for you every day.Love you,
Cilka and Family

Anonymous said...

Lonna,
You are again, in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that Hospice can make you feel more comfortable. They are an amazing group of people with much compassion. Give that little Halle a big hug and kiss. Be well, Shawnna Moore and Family

Anonymous said...

My prayers adjust daily to your needs and today's will be for the relief of pain and peace within. Always in my thoughts... Always in my prayers...

Anonymous said...

Lonna and Family,
I do not know or understand the emotions right now.

Family and Friends are doing the work of praying and loving you all so very much. Therefore, you may 'slow down' your mind and focus on what you CAN DO.

An Indian prayer:
God, grant me the strength of eagle wings, the faith and courage to fly to new heights, and the wisdom to rely on His spirit to carry me there.

I'm glad you will be home soon. Music Therapy is an awesome way to calm ones mind.

I'm here for you too-- at any time/hour---to LISTEN. :)
Love you Lonna.
Debbie V. 729-6144, 915-6882

PS Music therapists are trained and four thousand music therapists that are board certified- American Music Therapy Association.

Anonymous said...

Lonna,

You and Halle are in our thoughts and prayers daily. May God give you comfort from pain.

Chris & Sara Haats

deb said...

Hi Sandy and Lonna,

My thoughts and prayers are with you, that our Heavenly Father would just lift you up with His victorius right hand!! Always remember nothing is too hard for Him. He sits in the heavenlies and does whatever He pleases!! He alone is God!! Nothing is outside of His realm and all things work together for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His plan and purpose. Never give up...let those around you lift your arms in prayer when you are too tired and weak!!! I love you both so much and I know that He is with you!!

Anonymous said...

Aunt Lonna,
Hi it's me Hannah Hart. I miss you so much. My mother and I pray for you everyday. You and Halle are always in our thoughts. May God make his face shine on you and confort you and your family through this time of struggle. I love you!

Anonymous said...

Hi Lonna and family,
I just read the last blog and I feel sad. When you said Hospice was not what I was hoping to hear along with all the other people who love and care for you. I'm sorry that this is happening to you Lonna and your mom and aunt and especially little Hallie. I will stay hopeful to the end and I hope that you have some comfort from your pain and you feel peaceful. I don't know what this must be like for you all and I hope that I never do. I love you Lonna and care about you. You will be in my prayers and thoughts. I can remember sitting behind you on the Rocky River van and being envious of how beautiful you were doing your senior mama LAX turn, it feels like yesterday that I looked at you like that. I remember your smile being so sweet and pure and happy. I hope the best for you Lonna and I think about you everyday.

Love Your Friend,
Amy Colombo (Huff)

Anonymous said...

Enough said,
We are expecting the miracle of his work now! Push it foward!!! It will happen . God Speed Get well!!
The NTA FA's

momluvkds said...

Lonna, Halle, Vicky, and Everyone in Lonna's family,

I just wanted you to know that my families thoughts and prayers are with you. We are touched by your story and want you to know that you are reaching people that you do not even know. Halle, I know it is hard but you will be ok and know that God love you and will always be with you.

Vicki Duckett