Statement by John Kerry on the Passing of Dana Reeve

[kerrygoddess]

Statement by John Kerry on the Passing of Dana Reeve
March 7th, 2006 @ 9:04 am

Dana Reeve widow of actor Christopher Reeve, passed away late yesterday in New York. Dana Reeve was diagnosed with lung cancer 7 months ago. John Kerry released the following statement today on her passing:

“It is impossible to put into words the quiet strength and incredible courage Dana Reeve demonstrated in the way she lived her life. With Chris, she gave voice to a movement to find life-saving cures and promote medical research, and when she lost her inspiration and love she didn’t stop the fight. Only days after Chris’ death she continued to give hope to millions of Americans. She was an inspiration to me and to us all. Chris was America’s superhero, and Dana became our hero, too.

“Teresa and I loved them both, and we are deeply saddened by Dana’s passing. She was a steadfast partner to her husband, a loving mother, a talented artist, and an amazing caregiver who showed incredible grace fighting for her husband and then for her own life. Will, Matthew and Alexandra will be in our thoughts and prayers.”


Dana Reeve and John Kerry, pictured here after Reeve introduced Kerry at a campaign event - Oct. 21, 2004

http://blog.thedemocraticdaily.com/?p=2160

[Dinger]

1. That Was Days After His Passing Too, If I remember Correctly

How sad, how very sad. :-(

[kerrygoddess]

3. Yes it was

Dr Ron just posted an article about Dana Reeve endorsing JK in the comments of the thread on Dem Daily -

http://blog.thedemocraticdaily.com/?p=2160#comment-15129

[blm]

8. It's been a very tough time - Kerry and Chris had been friends for years.

JK lost his mother in 2002 and had his own cancer in early 2003, then Chris, then one of his lifetime friends, Hunter Thompson, then Col. Hackworth, now Dana. Unfortunately, I'm sure I'm missing more of his lost circle who have recently passed on.

Rest peacefully, Dana. You left a legacy all children will come to know.

[Daphne08]

2. Dana Reeve was a fine woman and a real fighter, too.

She will be missed.

[wisteria]

4. Wonderful words describing a unique woman and role model, and

a caring crusader for her husband and stem cell research.

[LiberalinNC]

5. Elegantly put!!! She spent so much time taking care of her husband

she probably didn't realize she was ill until the cancer was too far along. Very sad!! My heart is w/ their son.

[BOHICA06]

7. Lung Cancer ......

...I don't know what she could have done to detect it? Non-smoker, minimal risk ..... and then BAM a death sentence. So unfair, she and her son deserved better ....

Life can be a real sh!t sometimes.

[glarius]

6. I don't know when I have been more impressed by a human being than

by Dana Reeve. There was a glow about her which I'm sure must have been a great comfort to her husband Christopher in his fight for life. If ever someone had a reason to be bitter or discouraged, it was Dana Reeve, and yet she carried on with such courage and optimism. God rest her soul and bless her family....especially her young son Will.