I only knew Jan through HC's community (Ning) site, but found her warm, welcoming, and a wealth of knowledge. Go in peace, Jan- and may your friends and daughers and family heal, in time; and hold your memory in their hearts.

For some moments in life, there are no words. ~David Seltzer, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. 

Here on Health Central, we are a site of empowered patients, all of us friends across verticals and advocates and support to each other.  The loss of one is felt like a single thread through all of us.  

My deepest sympathy to Jan's family and friends,

(Since Jan was an advocate for the youngest suffers, I felt the above quote was most appropriate.)