So long

Our last post was so upbeat...this one has sad news. Lynn passed away Thursday morning. Deborah was there with our hospice nurse and our Visiting Angel care giver, who made sure Lynn was comfortable in his final moments. Jono arrived at the apartment an hour or so later, after picking up Nicole from San Diego. The three of us began to call friends and family. Dana, Meghan and Jess arrived later Thursday night. Lynn was diagnosed with lung cancer in July, 2013 - and managed through the disease with grace, wit, and an ongoing concern for those around him. He had a few things he wanted to complete before his death - attending the two weddings, seeing Glacier National Park, and, if things went his way, to outlive his father, which he did.

Today, Friday, we have been completing calls, settling affairs, sending back medical equipment, returning the apartment to a more normal layout, and exploring next steps. Been grateful to friends and colleagues who have called and sent notes of love and care.

Lynn told his friend Becky Beaver on Monday how grateful he was for the past three years of being retired - enjoying bicycling, family, and the Pacific Northwest. His friends have sent thoughtful words of care and memories of Lynn's large impact on the lives of so many.

Jono will host an open house for Portland area friends and family on Monday Nov 3 4-6 pm at his home at 1204 SE 30th, Portland. Deborah will fly down to Austin on Wednesday Nov 5th. We're organizing a small informal gathering for close friends at Christy Moore's home on Sunday Nov 9th 3-5 pm at 1605 Woodlawn Blvd, Austin.

A memorial celebration will be held at 10 am Saturday December 6th 2014 at the Whisenhunt Stage art Zach Theatre in Austin.  As per our family tradition, Lynn's ashes will be scattered near Lake Ninevah in southern Vermont.

In lieu of flowers, you may send a donation in Lynn's name to one of his favorite causes - Doctors without Borders or Amnesty International.

Thanks to all of you for helping our whole family through this journey.