In Memoriam

3/22/07 5:42pm

I'm so sorry to read this. You and Catherine have been such an inspiration in both your work and how you lived. I hope your grief soon gives way to joyous memories.

with prayers and a hug,
Teri Robert

Chris B.

3/22/07 6:05pm

Dear David,

I was so very sorry to hear of Catherines passing. Much too early. We will miss Her. Our prayers and love are with you. Thanks to you both for your commitment to sharing your lives with us. You both continue to be an inspiration to us all.

God Bless and hugs

Chris Brouns

Ginger

3/22/07 6:22pm

David, I'm sending you large hugs and heartfelt blessings to you and your family for the loss of your beautiful wife. Thank you for sharing her story with us. Much love, Ginger

geosim23

3/22/07 6:29pm

I am so sorry David. My prayers are with you.

Anonymous

3/22/07 6:49pm

Dear David,

I'm so very sorry for your lost. But I'm glad that you had a chance to meet your love - and I'm so glad that she had you at her side as she battled valiantly - I know she must have felt comforted by your love and tenderness.

Perhaps she'll see her home again - and her dog - from the place she's in now. I really do hope so.

Sincerely,

Nicole Purcell (http://ohsocurious.blogspot.com)

Debbie

3/22/07 7:24pm

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Catherine. My thoughts are with you.

maddie2@earthlink.net

3/22/07 7:29pm

David,

For you my heart breaks. I am so sorry and just wanted to tell you. And for Ember too a loss like this is sad beyond mere words. I am registered David but in middle of blue line reading, too a break to read mail and here was this horrific news. I can look up my password later for now we are both, my son Stephen and I with you in heart and thought., MADELINE B OGLE PhD MADDIE

Penny

3/22/07 9:04pm

I"m so sorry for your loss.

Anonymous

3/22/07 9:22pm

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you.

Rachel (http://rachel76.blogspot.com)

Gloria

3/22/07 9:30pm

David,

Although we have never met, I feel a connection to you and Catherine because of the disease that we share. You and your beloved Catherine are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gloria

Scott Johnson

3/22/07 11:27pm

David,

My deepest sympathies. It is a terribly hard thing to go through.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Vicki

3/23/07 12:25am

My condolences to you, David.

Anonymous

3/23/07 2:00am

I remember our joy as we found each other later in life. I know that your beloved would remind you of that joy.

Please accept our condolences. I hope that you find yourself surrounded by love and good support in the next few days (and weeks and months). Grief is a terrible valley to walk through. Please remember that we walk with you.

Lori and Dave Rodewald

vovhdiabetic.blogspot.com

Anonymous

3/23/07 5:38am

My sympathies for your loss.

Anonymous

3/23/07 6:53am

David, I am saddened to hear of the death of your beloved Catherine. I am sure you have some wonderful memories to help you through this sad time.

Ozgirl

Roy

3/23/07 6:56am

Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. I hope that you can keep your vital work going in her memory, and will cherish the time you spent together

verdungal

3/23/07 8:16am

I would like extend my deepest sympathy to you. May Catherine be your special "Guardian Angel" as you continue to do your wonderful work.

Joan Mercantini

Verdun gal

Chrissie in Belgium

3/23/07 9:33am

I am so very sorry David to hear of your loss!

Scott

3/23/07 12:12pm

David,

I am very sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Anonymous

3/23/07 12:27pm

Prayers and love

Anonymous

3/23/07 12:59pm

I am sorry to hear of the passing of your wife.

I am a native Californian and even went to Alum Rock Elementary School.

I lived in the San Jose area for 17 years.

Life can be strange in a lot of ways. I met a person at Alum Rock that had been in the same elementary school with me in New Orleans.

While a freshman at James Lick HS I wrote a term paper on John Browns attack on Harper's Ferry. I now live about 12 miles from there.

I know you made a decision and even changed your name:
Joshua 24:14 “Now therefore, fear the Lord, serve Him in sincerity and in truth, ...
15 But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Sincerely,

Frank Roy

Anonymous

3/23/07 1:20pm

Dear David, I am so sorry for your lose. I can't imagine how hard this must be on you. Please know that even though we may not be here in person, many of us readers are with you in spirit pulling for you now.

Megan

BernFarr

3/23/07 2:19pm

David

I'm so sorry to hear about the death of your wife. I can't even begin to imagine how that must feel.

This is a terrible disease and we must all work to fight it. Thank you for looking for support for Joslin, because that's certainly one of the centers for the fight.

I hope that the hurt and pain begins to subside soon.

JasonJayhawk

3/23/07 3:07pm

Mr. Mendosa,

You had a very special bond with your wife -- she was a part of the club that nobody likes to join. I'm sure she taught you a lot in the past 11 years. Wives tend to do that. :-)

I can't imagine what it is like. Take time to rest and keep writing. You and your wife's work have touched, lengthened and improved many people's lives.

Just don't forget what she's taught you. And keep exercising!

JasonJayhawk

Bob Farnsworth

3/23/07 6:47pm

It is often hard to remember, even with diabetes, how fragile life is. There are so few people we get really close to in this life that I read with deep sorrow about your loss.

I hope your work, and dearest memories, bring you comfort.

Anonymous

3/23/07 10:58pm

David - may our prayers and thoughts be with you during this trying time.

Anonymous

3/23/07 11:29pm

So sorry to read the news of your wife's passing. All best to you in this time of loss.

Lyrehca

Managing the Sweetness Within

www.thesweetnesswithin.blogspot.com

Anonymous

3/24/07 5:34am

Sorry to hear of her passing.

Kevin

greyked

3/24/07 6:00am

I wish you much strength for the time to come to bare your loss. Lodewijk

Gaelyne

3/24/07 7:37am

G'day David. Just wanted to let you know that I read about your wife on the ADI mailing list and that you are in my thoughts and if you need anything (such as proof-reading) please feel free to contact me.

Kindest Regards,
Gaelyne
gaelyne---at----videocam--dot---net---dot---au

Jim Fitz

3/24/07 9:33am

David, I just wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your wife. God Bless and know that there are many many people praying for you right now.

Lori

3/24/07 11:51am

So sorry for your loss...

Anonymous

3/24/07 1:33pm

David, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Catherine. She was a strong woman to have lived with this for so long. Both of your work has been appreciated by many people already, and many more to come.

take care

TigerLily

Kassie

3/24/07 6:04pm

David,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Anonymous

3/24/07 6:58pm

I would like to be able to say something that would comfort you David but nothing special comes to my mind except that in our hearts is a very sprecial place for very special people and now you have an empty spot. Fill it with the joyful memories of your beloved Catherine. Be Well. . .

clk

3/24/07 8:21pm

David,

I am sorry to learn about the loss of your wife Catherine. I pray that God will strenghten you and give you peace in this time of sadness. I am sure that he still has big plans for you. We will all miss Catherine as she was a part of you and your ministry to those of us who share life with diabetes. May your memories of Catherine bring you peace and happiness.

cindy

ArtSweet

3/25/07 12:11am

David -

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.

May her memory be a blessing.

ArtSweet
http://artsweet.wordpress.com

Terrell

3/25/07 2:30am

David, I am very sorry for your loss.

Anonymous

3/25/07 6:32am

How terribly sad! I hope you are able to move on from this in a positive way. I wish you all the best. Caleb Murdock

Karen LaVine

3/25/07 12:13pm

and sending you a big virtual hug across the 'net.
you've been through lots of tough times, so glad you could be there for Catherine.

karen lavine

Paula

3/25/07 8:45pm

David -

I am so very sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Take care,

Paula Ford-Martin

William Horn

3/26/07 9:32am

Sorry to hear of your loss.

William

Anonymous

3/26/07 4:11pm

My deepest sympathies on your loss.

Denise Armstrong
myfallfromgrace.net

Marilyn at ADI

3/26/07 5:56pm

Dear David, so many people never in their life find their soul mate. You two were obviously blessed to have done that. You are such a special friend to the diabetic community. Your grief is our grief. Please know many of us are holding you both in our prayers. ((((Big hugs)))) Marilyn

Big_Dave_T

3/26/07 6:21pm

Sorry about your loss. Am here via Amy T's blog. Keep the faith, keep the fight. I'm sure it's what she would have wanted.

Alyne

3/28/07 12:18am

David:

I am so sorry to hear about Catherine. May her memory be a blessing.

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

"Ha-Makom yenahem etkhem b'tokh sha ar aveilei Tzion vYerushalayim-

Alyne

Pat M.

3/28/07 10:34am

My deepest sympathy to you and your family, on your recent loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

L. Kitchens

3/28/07 2:53pm

David,

I am very sorry for your loss. I have benefited from your website & magazine articles. Thank You.

God cares for you. You are in my prayers.

Anonymous

3/28/07 10:03pm

I am so sorry to read about the passing of your wife. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

Stephanie Macomber

Eau Claire, WI

Georgia Ann

3/29/07 2:04am

This is my 1st attempt at searching for more information on Diabetes and I see that you have lost your loved one.

My thoughts are with you, dear stranger.

tmm

3/29/07 10:45pm

David

you've been such an inspiration for many of us...sending you and yours condolences at this time.

Anonymous

3/30/07 4:47pm

I've been receiving and reading your newsletter since I was diagnosed Type 2 three years ago. Although I have never met you I was very sad to hear of your wife's death.
Through diabetes the two of you have been part of my life for some time.

My thoughts are with you. Thank you for all the help and support you have given to others.

Sheena

Jan

4/ 1/07 4:09pm

Please accept my condolences. You and your wife sound like you were best friends and that is so special.

Anonymous

4/ 1/07 4:22pm

I'm so sorry. I've been following your work for many years (I've been on cruzio for over 12 years and I remember you were on there). I really feel for you in your loss.

Laura

lindalee

4/ 1/07 4:24pm

David, please accept this expression of my sympathy at your wife's passing. Thru your Web site and the help you've given me since my diagnosis, I think of you as a dear friend. You will be in my prayers.

Anonymous

4/ 1/07 5:17pm

David, thank you for working so diligently on behalf of all of us who suffer from this 'invisible disease.' I have you to thank for raising my awareness of the glycemic index, new products and treatments, the importance of exercise and on and on. My doctor hasn't been so helpful!

Our beloveds never truly leave us in our memories, in the caress of the wind, the sound of a familiar song, a sunset or whatever simple joys you shared together. May it always be so.

Anonymous

4/ 1/07 5:31pm

In the rising of the sun and its going down,
We remember her.

In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter,
We will remember her.

In the opening buds and in the rebirth of spring,
We remember her.

In the blueness of the sky and in the warmth of summer,
We remember her.

In the rustling of leaves and in the beauty of autumn,
We remember her.

In the beginning of the year and when it ends,
We will remember her.

When we are weary and in need of strength,
We will remember her.

When we are lost and are sick of heart,
We remember her.

When we have Joys we yearn to share,
We remember her.

So long as we live, they too shall live,
For they are now a part of us,
As we remember her.

shelly

4/ 1/07 5:56pm

David,

I've been reading your newsletter for a few years now, every since I was diagnosed. Your writing has helped me learn about my health and encouraged me to ask questions and seek alternatives.

I'm so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. Ha-makom yenachem ot'cha b'toch she'ar avelei Tzion vi'Yerushlayim. May Gd comfort you in the gates of the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

shelly

Haleh

4/ 1/07 6:05pm

Dear David, my heart goes to you so much at this time of grief. Catherine's soul will always be with you, I have no doubt.

I wish you calm times ahead so you can get the grips with your life again.

With affection.
Haleh

Sf507@aol.com

4/ 1/07 6:14pm

My deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your beloved wife. My heart goes out to you--across cyber space.

Sharon

Anonymous

4/ 1/07 6:35pm

I reach out to you, David, to share your grief in the loss of Catherine. I am one who feels that I know you from your years of contribution to my life, through your diabetes directory, your participation in mailing lists, and now through your website. I was around your cyberspace when you met Catherine, and enjoyed the exuberance you communicated in your marriage. I a small, but heartfelt way, I share your sadness at her loss. Thank you for all you have given so generously to the diabetic community, and I hope that you can now take some support from the sympathy offered by those who have learned to care for you and yours.

Vincie56

4/ 1/07 6:41pm

I have lost 11 members of my immediate family to this horrible disease and I was diagnosed 4 years ago. It is never gets easier. I pray daily for a cure.

My heart goes out to you at this time. Be strong and cherish your memories.

mary feagins

4/ 1/07 7:10pm

you are very brave to share your intimate information with us, please accept my condolences. mary feagins katy texas

Anonymous

4/ 1/07 9:15pm

I am very sorry for you loss. It is never easy.

You are in my prays.

Manuel Martin

Anonymous

4/ 2/07 9:39am

So sorry to hear about your wife. My deepest sympathy to you and the rest of her family.

M. Temple

Anonymous

4/ 2/07 9:59am

David: I'm very sorry.

Anonymous

4/ 2/07 5:51pm

David,

please accept my very heartfelt condolences. I was away from your blog for a few days and found this shock today. My heart and prayers go out to you and for Catherine.

You help us all so much with your writing: may I just hope that expressions of sympathy from your internet community serve as some consolation to you in these sad times.

Warmest regards,

Peter James

Anonymous

4/ 3/07 4:28pm

for your loss. Your story is so familiar to me, as I lost my 69 year old father in December 2006 from almost the same thing.

Carl

4/ 5/07 2:09pm

Hello David,

I am very sorry to hear about your wife's passing. Although I didn't know her this news has made me feel very sad.

It is easy to lose sight of how vulnerable we all are, espacially with this desease.

I am glad to see that you are continuing on with your work. Your writting has been very valuable to me over the years. I always tell people that I get my best diabetes information from David Mendosa.

Anonymous

4/ 6/07 2:44am

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear wife. I have been reading your articles for the last 5 years since I was diagnosed with diabetes. I was very sad today to get your latest newsletter which spoke of her death. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Sally in Chicago

Anonymous

4/ 6/07 5:17am

How blessed you both were to have found each other.

Ressy

4/ 6/07 10:33am

I had the privilege of knowing Catherine as another avid sewer and collector of fine fabrics.

She will be missed by our group.

Ressy

Evil Fabric Queen

Anonymous

4/22/07 3:48am

hi David

Sorry to hear about Catherine .

Although we are at the other end of the world , in Australia, we share your pain .

Our prayers are with you .

Jeevan

Anonymous

4/23/07 5:18pm

Hit me hard, can't even begin to imagine what you are going through. Please hang in there man. You are in my prayers.

Jim Rodgers

jim5757@hotmail.com

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