Sheila’s Story

Site created on December 4, 2019

Below is a background and overview on what all has happened.....for the latest updates and journal entries, MAKE SURE YOU SCROLL DOWN and look for the section titled "Newest Update".


I've been feeling sick for about a month (stomach problems).  On November 25, I had an ultrasound, followed by a CT scan later in the day.  2 large masses were discovered, on either side of my uterus.  They also discovered spots on my liver.  We met with an oncologist at Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN) on Friday, November 29.  He confirmed that the masses were cancerous.  We returned to Mayo on December 2, for an MRI, followed by liver biopsies on December 3.  We're waiting for final pathology reports, but we now have confirmation that the liver spots are also cancerous.  Those cancer cells appear to have started somewhere in my GI tract.  I had a "clear" colonoscopy in late August, so we're now waiting for more information.  We'll be meeting with a GI oncologist at Mayo, but don't have that appointment confirmed yet.  The 1st part of treatment will likely involve chemo, prior to surgery to remove the masses.  


Please pray for strength and healing for me; wisdom for my medical team; and peace for my family.

Newest Update

February 13, 2024

Journal entry by Rich King —

Thank you all for the love and support of this community. This will be my final post.

See the link below for Sheila's obituary.

https://www.cedarmemorial.com/Obituary/2024/Feb/Sheila-King/

Words cannot express the gratitude and appreciation Sheila and I have for the love shown to us through this community. Know that she read every message, every comment, every text. Even when she could not read them herself on Sunday, I read every single one of them to her.

Thank you and God Bless.

Rich

John 11:25-26

"Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die.' ”

Read More of the journal titled "February 13, 2024"
Patients and caregivers love hearing from you; add a comment to show your support.
Help Sheila Stay Connected to Family and Friends

A $25 donation to CaringBridge powers a site like Sheila's for two weeks. Will you make a gift to help ensure that this site stays online for them and for you?

Leave a comment of support for Sheila

Did you know? A quick comment, no matter the situation (positive or negative), can boost morale by 28.2%.

Comments Hide comments

Load more comments
Read More Journal Entries

Show Your Support

See the Ways to Help page to get even more involved.

Personal Fundraiser
Support Links
Helpful Requests
Go to Ways to Help
SVG_Icons_Back_To_Top
Top