Another Sad Farewell...

Singer, actress, activist and mother, Dana Reeve died yesterday at the age of 44. She was the wife of Christopher Reeve who played 'Superman' back in the 80's and was later paralyzed after being thrown during a horse event. Dana set aside her own career goals and remained by her husband's side faithfully caring for his needs and supporting him in his efforts to help raise awareness and funding for spinal-cord research. Sadly, Christopher passed away Oct. 10, 2004, due to an internal infection he picked up after spending a decade in a wheelchair. Dana had a big heart and smile. After the death of her beloved husband, she remained active for the paralysis foundation Christopher started. http://www.christopherreeve.org She was someone I very much admired for her courage and committment. Tragically, she died of lung cancer, even though she was NOT a smoker. Dana was a mother of one son she had with Christopher, and 2 children from a previous marriage.
To read the medical report: http://www.medpagetoday.com/HematologyOncology/LungCancer/tb2/2804?pfc=101&spc
A quote from the website for the disabled says, "Dana will always be remembered for her passion, strength and ceaseless courage that became her hallmark. Along with her husband Christopher, she faced adversity with grace and determination, bringing hope to millions around the world." I couldn't agree more...