My mom Theresa, who suffers from Alzheimer's disease, has been unable to swallow food or liquid properly and so has been unable to eat. She last ate and drank Tuesday and has been in Madera Community Hospital since Wednesday. Her longtime physician, Dr. Zafar Sheikh, is unsure she'll make it through the weekend.
She received the sacrament of the anointing of the sick by Rev. Gustavo Lopez, OSJ, around 3 p.m. today (Friday) and should be returning home tomorrow (Saturday) with in-home comfort (hospice) care by St. Agnes Hospital. (Pictured beside her is her husband Joseph, my dad.) Your prayers and stories are welcome, especially as I know so little of my mother's life before my birth and I will have to write of it for her obituary when the time comes. It is hard to lose a mother, even to Heaven, but it has always been her greatest heart's desire. She may soon be with her eternal Valentine. Thank you and may God bless you and your loved ones always. ADDENDUM Theresa Rieping died in the Lord around 7:25 p.m. Feb. 23, 2016
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sabrina
2/14/2016 04:53:34 pm
My family prays your mother will leave in peace and comfort. I'm sure she knows how much you loved her and will always love her. My god bless you and your family and friends in a time of need.
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Mia Lopez 12 yrs old/ los banos ca
2/14/2016 05:09:55 pm
Our prayers go to your mother that she gets well for a little while longer and to eat and drink more.
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