In 1977 I was the president of the Sherbrooke branch of Parents without partners. We ran a monthly dance, weekend activities for the children, operated an Op shop,provided emergency accommodation, especially for women who had been subjected to domestic violence.. and had a new members night once a month.
In October of that year we had 7 prospective members, one of whom was a beautiful young lady, who immediately took my eye and I remember thinking to myself...what sort of an idiot would lose her. After speaking to each person individually I was pleasantly surprised to see that the obvious beauty bestowed on this lady paled into insignificance when compared to her inner beauty.
I saw her over the next few weeks and thought to myself..who was going to be lucky enough to win this one's heart.
At our December dance we had a large crowd in and as was the custom ladies asked the men to dance (The ladies outnumbered the men by a fair margin).
The young lady asked me to dance and I took her in my arms...where she has stayed for 40 years.
Today at 1pm she left me still whilst in my arms....To say I am heartbroken is an understatement.
I cannot thank you all enough for the words of support you have written since we found out that a second transplant was not being offered.
To those out there still waiting and wondering about Transplant...Would I have changed things?? ...not for a second. Susan had an extra 20 months added to her life span due to the compassion shown by a grieving family, who donated lungs to us during their own time of sadness and loss......Susan is in GOD's care now..........
You both have encouraged me so much since the day I was listed for my transplant. You've listened to my worries and fears, given me the strength, encouragement and most of all Susan, you gave your ever loving smiles. No matter what the circumstances, you always were a reminder to me to smile. And so it shall ever be. I will remember this lesson especially on the hard days.
We will miss you Susan, you will always be loved and never forgotten. Rest in peace.
Such a beautiful tale of love and devotion Will. How sad to read that dear Susan has gone now. No more struggling to breathe for her now. There had been such hope.
Sending deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Will I am so sorry. I know how much you and Sue loved each other. RIP Susan you were one brave and strong lady. Thinking of you and your family. Bev xx
So sad for you, but how lucky to have had such love she was a lucky lady to have found you. I wish you well, take you time to grieve sorry don't know what else to say, thinking of you at this sad time.
So So sorry, yes she was a strong and Beautiful Woman. Born same year as me. I haven't yet had the experience of transplant,as I am still waiting. I so want to have the feeling of Wellness. My Heart goes out to you my Dear. Rest now Susan, you have fought the fight with power & Strength. Fly high Susan. Xxxx sending my Heartfelt condolences. Carolina xxx
I’m so saddened by your loss, Will, but Susan will always be near you. My love and thoughts to you and your family. Rest In peace, Susan. You’re safe now. 🌹
Will, I am so sorry. You shared a wonderful story of how you both met, and in those lovely memories Susan will live on, peacefully and without pain. I hope the pain of your loss will be eased by those memories and by your faith. My deepest sympathy, God bless - RIP Susan🌹
Will.mourn the loss of your dear Susan now,it hurts like hell i know, but in time you will find that you haven't lost her for,though her spirit flies free now she will remain in your heart forever .condolences to you and your family................Skis and Scruffs xx
So sorry to hear that your happy life with Susan has come to an end. Forty years together was a very good innings, and happy throughout, by the sounds, despite Susan’s lung problems. You’ve been a super husband, Will, and may Your shared memories be a great comfort to you now. Rest in peace, Susan 💕
Your beautiful words, so full of love for your dear Susan, were so moving Will. I am so glad you had the good fortune to meet each other but very sad to hear of Susan’s passing’
A lovely photograph - thank you for sharing with us.
May you have strength during this very difficult time and I hope cherished memories will be a comfort to you Will.
I am so very sad for you. The way that you and Susan met almost exactly mirrors the way my late husband and I got together. he was vice president of the club, it was my first attendance. He finally plucked up the courage to ask me to dance and that was it - we were just perfect together. I am so , so sorry for your loss. Nothing I can say will ease the pain just now but know that we are all thinking of you. God bless, Sheila xx
Hi Will, I am so very sorry to hear that Susan has succumbed to her health problems after a long and bravely fought fight.
Knowing what you must be going through, it is much appreciated that you have managed to let us all know your sad news and write such a moving post. I am not ashamed to admit that it brought a tear to my eye.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences from myself and Wifey.
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Made it home ok thanks all. Another day another saga. 
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