Thursday, October 01, 2009

Adrienne - we love you

Adrienne died peacefully around 11:15 am. We are heartbroken. She should be home with her family but we know she didn't suffer and she would not have recovered.

I'll post with the arrangements as soon as I have details. They will be held in San Jose sometime Sunday afternoon.

Please, no flowers. You can make a donation to the Alese Coco Fight2Win Foundation or to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

53 comments:

Veronica said...

If only my arms were long enough to reach you with the hug I so badly want to give you - I doubt you know the extent of the impact of Adrienne's life on so very many people around the world......she will NEVER be forgotten....I love you, Alison, for who you are, and for being such an amazing mother to Adrienne, the most inspirational young woman I have had the privilege to meet......<3

laulausmamma said...

Our hearts are broken also my friend. Love,
Susan, Rich and Lauren
xoxo
((HUGS))

Julie said...

We love you, Alison. We are praying for your entire family. Adrienne was an amazing young woman with such courage, grace, and strength.

Much love,

Julie Doll
(aka beightler68)

Sandy Corso said...

Alison and family,
My heart aches for you; I am so, very sorry.
I will always remember Adrienne with a beautiful smile on her face, her soft voice, a heart of gold and with a fiery fight within.
Be at peace, sweet Adrienne... I love you.
With heartfelt sorrow... and all my prayers to all of you...
Sandy

j said...

no words
just tears
you did well young lady
as well as you mom
love always
j

Skye said...

I'm so sorry. I can't even imagine the depth of your pain. Please know I am crying along with you.

Brandy said...

My heart breaks for you. Heaven is shining brighter today.

MaryIN said...

Sending you and your family love and prayers, Alison. Your daughter couldn't have asked for a better person to walk this walk at her side. I know she will be with you always, and you with her. Thank you for sharing her with us.

Mary

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry Alison. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family and all those who loved your precious Adreinne....

She will never be forgotten nor will her valient battle against the Hodge and how she inspired so many. Prayers continue for you and your family. With much, much love. Wish I could give you a hug too.

Connie I

Mary said...

I'm so, so sorry. Your family and adrienne are in my thoughts.

(Sh)Mary

Michele said...

Alison, Curt, Daniel....words are inadequate. Peace. Comfort. Love.
hugs,
Michele

Sherril said...

Allison leaves everyone so much richer for having known her grace and courage. Love does not die, only people. Adrienne's love for family and friends will be in all our hearts.

Anonymous said...

Alison,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. We all came to care about and love Adrienne and you through this blog. I am so deeply saddened by your loss. I will always remember what a strong fighter she was and what amazing things she accomplished.
Adrienne Rest in Peace...
Donna Boston MA

Chrissi said...

I'm sending you my condolences-Adrienne was such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing her updates, I know she had an impact on so many people.

Mari Wall said...

I am so sorry for your loss. Adrienne touched many lives and will never be forgotten. What a wonderful mother and friend she had in you.
Rest in Peace Adrienne!
Mari Wall
(tysmom)

Mari Wall said...

I am so sorry for your loss. Adrienne touched many lives and will never be forgotten. What a wonderful mother and friend she had in you.
Rest in Peace Adrienne!
Mari Wall
(tysmom)

Anonymous said...

Sweet Adrienne,

Many hearts are broken today as we wish that you could have made it home to be with your family where you belong.

As you begin your new journey in heaven, know that we are all better for having known you. Be it in person or by the blog your mother kept, you have touched us all with your spirit, your zest for life, and your tenacity.

If ever someone lived for the day - it was you. REALLY living for the present is a lesson I will not soon forget. Thank you for reminding me, Adrienne.

Sending love to you in heaven. I hope you are enjoying the lemonade there. = D

A Mom

Anonymous said...

Alison, I have no words for you other than Josh and I love you, and we are so sorry. You both have been there for so many people for so long, and were our (me and Pat) inspiration to keep up the fight. May God be with you and your family and hold you tightly in His arms.

Carrie1979

Bonnie said...

I don't think I can say it any better than Veronica already has. Adrienne was a phenomenal young woman whom I will never forget. You have both helped so many people through this long journey, a journey young Adrienne should never have had to be on and yet she did it with such optimism, fortitude, and grace. She was taken far too soon.

Alison, my heart goes out to you and your family. May you find the strength . . .

with love,

Bonnie

momofmike said...

Alison, my heart breaks for what you are going through, I can only imagine. You should be so proud of your daughter, she was such an inspiration to all and will never be forgotten. Much love to your whole family.

Sharon

Anonymous said...

Alison,my heart aches for your loss. Adrienne was such a wonderful person I feel blessed to have known her. May peace be with your family.
love
Pam

Anonymous said...

Alison, I am so sorry.
Please let me know if you need anything. I am available if you need me to pick you up at the airport.
love, deb (blake)

Ruth said...

Words fail me in expressing my heartfelt sorrow at this time..I can only imagine what you must be feeling at this time. You and Adrienne have been an amazing team in your courage, determination & love, and have been an inspiration to me & many others. She will always remain with me as that very special, young woman, I met so many years ago.
Sending you and your family love,
Ruth Adams

Anonymous said...

Alison,

My heart goes out to you and the rest of your family. You are incredible. Adrienne had such a wonderful life because of your efforts. In many ways, Adrienne had a completely full life although it was shorter than most. She will be missed. I just can't imagine how difficult this must be for you. May you take comfort in knowing that because of you Adrienne lived life and enjoyed it for much longer than others dealt the same difficult hand.

Alison, you created miracles for Adrienne over and over again. She is a very lucky girl to have you as her mom.


Judy

Dee74 said...

Alison...... my deepest condolences. I am so, so sorry, my heart aches for you and you're family. You are in my Heart and prayers. Wishing you peace, strength, & courage. Heaven received a new Angel today.. Adrienne....

Marla Zamczyk said...

Alison I am so sorry my heart goes out to you and your Family.

I am so happy that I got to meet both you and Adrienne it has ment a lot to me over these years.

Marla Zamczyk

Sig said...

My heart is broken for you all. I wish I had the right words or can come there and hug you.
I am so very sorry. :(
Seegal

Duane said...

I'm so sorry, Alison. I'm so sorry....

We have lost a remarkable, beautiful soul.

We are all so fortunate to have shared and learned so much from Adrienne.

With love and kindness.

Anonymous said...

I have such a heavy heart Alison. I am so very sorry. You and Adrienne are two of the most amazing people that I ever had the pleasure of getting to know. Please know that we are here for you always, Love, Maureen & Stephen

Marsha said...

Our hearts are broken. We love Adrienne so much, she's always been an example of strength and courage. And our hearts ache for you and the rest of the family. This is a great loss for all of us. Love, Marsha, Bob, Ben, Julia

Dee74 said...

Alison....my deepest condolences, I am so, so, sorry. My heart is also broken. You're family is in my heart, and prayers. Wishing you strength, courage.
Heaven received a new Angel today..
Adrienne....

`ryan patrick sutton said...

dear alison -- i can't tell you how sorry i am. i'm so honored i got a chance to know adrienne these past two years and am so immensely heartbroken. your love for your daughter inspires me and i send you my thoughts and prayers. love, `ryan

Anonymous said...

no words.. I am so heartbroken for you and your family. This diease sucks! Prayers are with you!
Love Cheryl
dothacksmom

Anonymous said...

Saying that my heart breaks for you is so inadequate. I love you, Alison.

Lisa

Nancy said...

I have followed Adrienne's fight and my heart is bleeding. Adrienne represented everything good in the world. I will keep Adrienne in my prayers. My thoughts are with you, Alison, and your family. Not only were you blessed and lucky to have Adrienne as your daughter but she was blessed and lucky to have you as her Mom.

Anonymous said...

There's nothing I can say that hasn't been said already by all of us who have been so touched by the strength of you and Adrienne over the years Alison. I've never been one to cry much, even when I had HD and both of my SCTs, but this is just so heartbreaking that I'm just all tears. I prayed so hard during the holidays the past week at shul for Adrienne (and you), and I really believe Adrienne is now sharing her strength, her smile and her optimism with all of those on the other side who need her there just as much as we all needed her while she was here.

Love

Brian
CalifGuy

Anonymous said...

I can't think of another person who has endured so much, inspired so many, lived so rich and been taken from us so early. I wish I can hug you. Instead, I will hug my kids tonight.

Herls

Kelly Kane said...

Please know that I'm constantly thinking of you and your family. I can't imagine what you're going through, but I'm sending lots of hugs.

XO
Kelly

Anonymous said...

Alison,

I can't imagine your heartache. Please know that your family is in my prayers. My students and I prayed today that Adrienne would feel no pain or fear and that your family would be comforted. Know that there is an entire Lutheran school praying for your family.
Love,
Michelle (daughter of momofmike)

Anonymous said...

Alison & Curt,

We mourn with you and pray for God's peace.

All our love,

The Coco's

Anonymous said...

Dear Alison
I am so sorry to hear the news. I have tried to be strong and not to cry. Both you and Adrienna has given me so much courage over the years to be strong. You two are such an inspiration! God bless!
Love, Barbara

Anonymous said...

I take comfort in knowing that we haven't really lost Adrienne, it's just that she continues the war from a different vantage above the fray. I know she will be there will all of us as we continue to fight the Hodge. I wish she could still be here on earth with us. None of us could have asked for a more incredible warrior than Adrienne. I want to thank Adrienne's family for sharing her with all of us for the time she was here on earth. Thank you Adrienne for fighting as long as you did and for proving that not only can you live with cancer, but you can accomplish so much, even though you didn't get to do all that you wanted.

Alison:

I know it is not much comfort, but know that we are all here for you...to listen, to hear, to cry with you and to lend a shoulder to cry on if you need it.

Love
keltik (karen T.) sending my love, condolences and hugs from NY

Lyndsay said...

so very, very sorry...

Unknown said...

I'm so shocked and saddened, and my heart goes out to you and your family. I've been following your updates for a while and have been moved by Adrienne's experiences and your amazing dedication to your wonderful daughter. No words can express my sadness for your loss. Thank you for everything you've done to share Adrienne's story with us.

Unknown said...

Alison and family, I am so very sorry.

Karen, Clare's mom
ardenroad@mac.com

Anonymous said...

I'm so very sorry, Alison. My prayers are with your family.
You and Adrienne fought the battle with courage, and amazing strength.
With much Aloha,
Deb C

Anonymous said...

Alison

Respect and admiration for how Adrienne fought the battle and lived her life. She seemed like a woman twice her years. I am sorry for your loss.

Nancy

Anonymous said...

Oh Alison,

I am so so sorry.
Please accept my deepest condolences <3

(((Hugs)))
Gitte

Anonymous said...

Oh Alison,

I am so so sorry.
Please accept my deepest condolences <3

(((Hugs)))
Gitte

Heather said...

i'm so sorry. i have no words. just know that adrienne is loved and will always, always be remembered. love you.

Unknown said...

Alison & Adrienne,

My heart aches and emotions are so strong. As I have followed Adrienne for a few years now, while I have been fighting for my life. So many things are going through my mind. Why Adrienne? Why not me? Why anyone? I know that Adrienne is no longer suffering and is safe now. Alison she is constantly connected with you through her spirit and soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You are not alone. Please know I'm still able to email, Alison. God Bless.
Love & Prayers,
Jennifer
www.jenniferwilley.org

tadpole56 said...

Dear Alison,


Please know that I'm thinking of you and all your family in this difficult time.

For two years, I have followed Adrienne's journey and I feel so privileged that you chose to share it with all of us. Thank you for that.
Adrienne will always be remembered.

With all my love,

Anatole

Karen said...

Alison:

I have followed your journey for about 2 yrs. You are an amazing Mom. My daughter had a SCT last December and I looked to many of your posts for encouragement. For that I thank you......my heart is heavy with sadness for you and your family. For sure there is one more bright star in the sky that will always be with you. God Bless you.....Karen