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March 24 . First Update on Scott

 

Scott is now home with his family. We will use this forum to share any updates so we can let everyone know about what's going on. We truly appreciate your care and can feel the love from all across the globe.

We would like time to process the news, as you can imagine its overwhelming.

As much as it would be nice to be able to respond to messages and phone calls; texting back the same news multiple times, is something that feels too big to tackle at the moment.

Here's what we know.

Scott has pancreatic cancer that has made its way to other areas in his abdomen. It became noticeable around end of December with some stomach pains.

The visit to the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton was today, March 24, 2022.

The amazing doctors and care team answered all the questions that we, as a family, have had.

The cancer is advanced enough that Chemo or other treatments are not a reasonable option. Scott does not want to spend what time he has left feeling the effects of Chemo. He'd much rather spend the time living, and doing as much as he can with family and friends.

Scott is home with his family. For the immediate future, we are not yet able to accommodate many visitors. However, If you would like to visit , please let us know and we will schedule visits as, energy and time permits. 

If you have questions we haven't answered, you can send an email to j.arthurs@gmail.com. We will be updating this site with updates from the family and Scott.


Please leave your name in the comment if you write something so we know who to get back to ❤️


"Its not about how long you have, but how well you have lived, and that's what matters."


Location: Alberta, Canada

Comments

  1. RhondaMarch 24, 2022 at 9:54 PM

    You have been in my thoughts Uncle. I was thinking of coming to visit over Easter. If an in person visit doesn’t work maybe some FaceTime visits would work for you. This is a great way to let family and friends know how you are doing. ❤️

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    1. jarthursMarch 25, 2022 at 8:48 AM

      Thank you! you didn't leave your name so we don't know how to get back to you

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  2. UnknownMarch 25, 2022 at 10:42 AM

    I appreciate this blog to us all updated. All my love, thoughts and prayers are with you Uncle Scott - and the whole family - every single day. I would love to come visit the first few days of May - if at all possible. If not, I completely understand and do not want to impose on family time in any way. Sending love and hugs to all. Sam (Sandra)

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  3. Cody RobinsonMarch 25, 2022 at 7:40 PM

    Big brother, wtf? So sorry to hear this. You’re too big to take down. My thoughts are with you all and many prayers. I am so grateful to have known you and have had a small part of your life. You were a good friend to me and won’t be forgotten.
    Much strength,

    Cody Robinson, little brother.
    ❤️🤗🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

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  4. Brooke BurdenMarch 25, 2022 at 7:46 PM

    Thank you for the update and creating this platform. Dave and I have been thinking of you guys. Sending you all so much love!
    - Brooke Burden

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  5. Terry BurroughsMarch 25, 2022 at 9:13 PM

    Julie and I are shocked and saddened at this news, we are so very sorry. I always enjoy our chats at the lake and look forward to chatting again soon! We will keep you all in our thoughts an prayers!

    Terry & Julie

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