My father has had a very long journey of ups and downs through out his life. Today his strong spirit could only do so much to help his body. He has been at Memorial Hermann since November 12th at 10:30 am. He fought so hard and today he is ready for a new journey.
Dr. Kreiger called my mom at 8:15 am this morning to tell us he is in the beginning stages of multi-organ failure. She wanted us to come to the hospital. We were already on our way and we decided to call everyone. My dad is one of eight siblings. All seven of his siblings are here and cousins and his aunt, Tia Tita. When we arrived the head of the Trauma Team told us he was already starting to go down hill. They had him on the maximum amount of medication and nothing is working. He has reached that point where medication is hurting him and not helping him. He developed a new infection on his leg which is a flesh bacterial infection. Normally they would do surgery to remove the dead tissure but he is so critical that it would just be detrimental to him. Right now their decision is to sustain him so that everyone can see him, then after that stop the medicine and they will give him pain medication and make him comfortable. The doctor said that he may not make it through the day. She said they did the best they could. I truly do believe that. This hospital is a good hospital. They tried and never gave up on my dad. They only are stopping because now its getting to a point where they are hurting him more then helping him and we do not want that. I am so thankful I had this time with him. He really was strong through. He still is.
My mom and I told him we love him. She said that her, me, Jonathan and Pollie will be okay and that we will take care of each other. We are trying to find strength to let him know that we will be okay and that he will be with us forever. He is still here and we are all doing the best we can to spend time with him before he goes forward into another journey. Thank you so much for your love, prayers, support and thoughts. We love you all.
5 comments:
Delena, we are so very sorry! Please know that we are all thinking about you today and praying for you and your family. Your dad knows how much you love him and don't ever forget that! We're here for you if you need anything.
love you!
gwendolyn, jay, and gabriel
Delena, we are so sorry that your dad has gotten worse. My heart goes out to you, your mom, and all the Villarreal family. May God give you all the strength and courage to face whatever lies ahead. Our prayers are with you. A gentle hug from Richard and me to each of you.
Love and peace, Janie
Delena:
Phillip and I are here for your family if y'all need anything at all. You are of course in our prayers and we pray for God's strength and peace in your lives. We love you and our hearts are with you.
Delena, I received a call this afternoon with the sad news. My heart goes out to you, your Mom, and everyone in the family. Both you and your Mom have been so brave right along with him through his journey. I am so sorry and very saddened. I have spent this afternoon reflecting on the good times all the cousins had when we would gather at Mama Chita's for Christmas and at "El Rancho Colorado", you're Dad's home, growing up, for our Easter picnics. It was a great childhood. May the good memories you and your Mom have of your Dad sustain you through this very difficult time and may he rest in peace. God Bless you.
Ida Reyna Mata
Del,our thoughts and prayers are with you, Jonathan and Diana. Yes, even Pollie. Just put him in God's hands. We will be praying for you guys.
Love Frances & Silver