I had a PET scan a few weeks ago which showed stable disease, which is great!  No chemo this month!  Which is more of a blessing than I knew, because I've needed the extra strength.  My dad (who is 89) was diagnosed with late stage lung cancer last month, and just passed away.  So if I don't respond to your messages, please forgive me.

Franklin Ellsworth White, Jr. February 23, 1921 - December 1, 2010. Frank was born in Fallon, Nevada and went to be with the Lord. He retired from Schlumberger after 35 years of service. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 36 years, Louise Octavia White, his sister, Bonnie Jean Sept, and son, Franklin “Buddy” White. He is survived by his sister, Faydean Orsel. He raised seven children, Norma Jean White, Lee Elaine Coenen (husband Walter Coenen); Lin Herron (husband Donald Herron), David Kisbey (wife Karen Kisbey, Della Wilson, Tammy Tackett, and Pamela James. He has 19 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren. You were a wonderful son, husband, daddy, and grandpa. We love and miss you with all our hearts and know you will be with us always. A graveside funeral service will be held on Monday, December 5, 2010 at 11:00 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be made to Hoffman Hospice. We appreciate all the help and support given to us by their staff

He will be missed. I hope he gets to meet Charlie.

God is love.