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Sad news about Rebel Mom - Link to obituary/online memorial posted 7/30

Discussion in 'Fan Fiction and Writing Resource' started by Jada, Jul 15, 2010.

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  1. Jada

    Jada Jedi Master star 6

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    It is my sad duty to report very sad news about Rebel Mom aka Cheryl.

    Tuesday she went in for a very minor surgical procedure and then went home for recovery. She went to sleep and when her husband and friend cathiecat tried to wake her she could not be woken. She was taken the hospital and the doctors first diagnosed that she had had a massive stroke. I've just found out that she also had a heart attack.

    There is no real prognosis. The doctors and the nurse have said there will be no happy end to this. This grieves me to have to be the bearer of such sad news about a wonderful woman who was so gentle and kind and young (yes, 48 is young).

    While I only spent a little time in Tucson with Cheryl I knew her to be a friend to many who regarded her highly. She was well liked by her friends in Tucson, on the boards and those whom she had left behind in Washington.

    I'd ask you to send prayers and good thoughts to her family as they deal with the agony of having to decide when to take her off of life support. Her husband is trying to have their sons fly in so they can say goodbye.

    I will keep you all informed of any news I receive.

    cathiecat thought it would be appropriate to post a link to one of Cheryl's favorite fan fics she wrote.


    Take Your Daughter to Work Day by Rebel Mom @};-

    UPDATE: Cheryl passed away in the evening of July 16th.
     
  2. earlybird-obi-wan

    earlybird-obi-wan Chosen One star 6

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    @};- My support is going to her and her family
     
  3. Gabri_Jade

    Gabri_Jade Fanfic Archive Editor Emeritus star 5 VIP

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    Oh, wow. I'm so sorry to hear this. Best wishes to her and her family. @};-
     
  4. PonyTricks

    PonyTricks Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    That is terrible news. After being on these boards so long, it feels like you get to know people personally, and Cheryl is one of those people I have gotten to 'know' through TFN. I feel so badly, I could cry.
     
  5. FelsGoddess

    FelsGoddess Jedi Master star 5

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    That's so sad. Prayers to her family and friends. @};-
     
  6. Lady_Sami_J_Kenobi

    Lady_Sami_J_Kenobi Jedi Master star 6

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    My prayers and support to her family, as well. @};- This is really sad news. :(
     
  7. Tarsier

    Tarsier Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    That's awful, I'm so sad to hear it. I didn't know her, I seem to have somehow completely missed her on theses boards, but the story linked above is absolutely classic. I just wish I'd found it under different circumstances. :(

    I'll be thinking about her and her family. @};-
     
  8. AzureAngel2

    AzureAngel2 Chosen One star 6

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    @};-

    I wish her family and friends strength.

     
  9. LAJ_FETT

    LAJ_FETT Tech Admin (2007-2023) - She Held Us Together star 10 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    I didn't know her here but it's sad news about anyone so young. My thoughts are with her family and friends. @};-.
     
  10. Idrelle_Miocovani

    Idrelle_Miocovani Jedi Grand Master star 6

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    I also didn't know her, but I am familiar with a few of her fanfics. This is tragic news, and my thoughts and prayers go to her and her family. @};-
     
  11. Jade_Pilot

    Jade_Pilot Jedi Master star 5

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    Lifting her up in prayer!
     
  12. KELIA

    KELIA Manager Emeritus star 6 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    I'm very saddened but I will keep Cheryl and her family in my prayers.
     
  13. Jedi-2B

    Jedi-2B Jedi Master star 4

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    I'm heartsick! I spent the whole day with Cheryl at Celebration III in Indianapolis a few years ago, and consider her a good friend. She's a wonderful person, always there to give encouragement, help others, and entertain us with her delightful writing. My prayers go out to her husband, sons, and friends and other relatives.
     
  14. morrison85

    morrison85 Jedi Grand Master star 5

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    I am sorry to hear this . All the best to the family.
     
  15. DARTH_MU

    DARTH_MU Jedi Master star 4

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    At first I wanted to quote ESB Luke after the revelation.

    instead I will just leave with this.

    :_|
     
  16. RK_Striker_JK_5

    RK_Striker_JK_5 Force Ghost star 7

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    :( She'll be in my prayers.
     
  17. YodaKenobi

    YodaKenobi Former TFN Books Staff star 6 VIP

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    Wow, that's horrible. Truly one of the nicest people I've come across on the boards. I will keep her and her family in my prayers.
     
  18. NYCitygurl

    NYCitygurl Manager Emeritus star 9 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    This is absolutely horrible. She's such a nice, funny person.
     
  19. anakin_girl

    anakin_girl Jedi Knight star 6

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    I just found out about this through DarthBreezy. I am very sad and heartsick. I had the privilege of meeting Cheryl six years ago; I was visiting Breezy in Seattle, and the Mos Everett FanForce was kind enough to let me tag along on one of their meetups. She is a fantastic writer and wonderful person. She and her family are in my prayers.
     
  20. mavjade

    mavjade Former Manager star 6 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    Oh how sad! :( I don't know her but I am familiar with her name and a few fanfics.

    My thoughts are with her family and friends. @};-
     
  21. amidalachick

    amidalachick FFoF Hostess Extraordinaire star 5 VIP - Game Host

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    That's so sad. :( My thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family.
     
  22. Kailene

    Kailene Jedi Youngling star 3

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    My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

    @};-
     
  23. zonzo

    zonzo Jedi Knight star 3

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    This... is truly a sad day :_|
     
  24. WarmNyota_SweetAyesha

    WarmNyota_SweetAyesha Chosen One star 8

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    My warmest thoughts and sympathies to RM and her family.

    She always wrote such fun tales -- my fave was Took You Long Enough -- an L/M sweet viggie. =D=

    And a great short story where darthy Jacen got his. :D

    Foot, life sometimes doesn't just pull the rug out, sometimes it's the whole floor. :( :eek:

     
  25. ViariSkywalker

    ViariSkywalker Kessel Run Hostess Extraordinaire star 4 VIP - Game Host

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    It was a shock to get on here and see this terrible news. I've known Mom as a reader, writer, and friend for seven years, and she's always been sure to leave comments on my stories, even just checking in to say hi. Such a kind, warm person. I'll be praying for her and her family. @};-
     
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