What's in a Name?

Ron Feinberg, a retired writer for the AJC wrote a beautiful post on his blog about Bob.  Bob knew Ron from growing up in Columbus and they were reunited as adults when they were both members of Etz Chaim.
We wanted to share his post with everyone.

What's in a Name?

Move of Wednesday Night Shiva

Due to plumbing issues at our house the Shiva service for tonight will be moved to the Spitalnik's house at 1683 Huntingford Drive, Marietta, Georgia.  It is in the same neighborhood as our house.

Thanks.
The Schwartz Family

Funeral Arrangements

Bob's funeral will be graveside tomorrow at 12:30  at Arlington Cemetery.  Everyone is welcome at our home following the service.  We will also be having  a minyon (an evening mourning service)  at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights.  Marshall, Elliott and I want to thank everyone for all the support you have given us over the last few months.
Paula

We Say Good-Bye

I am very sad to let you know that Bob died today at about 4:30.  We celebrated our 42nd wedding anniversary this morning.  Marshall and Karyn, Elliott and Betsy and I spent the day around Bob's bedside.  At one point he smiled and said, " Everyone is staring at me."  I told him that he is our star.   Bob's funeral will be Tuesday at Arlington Cemetery.   I will let you know the time late tomorrow afternoon.  Because of the heat, we will try to have it as early as possible. 
 Paula

Hospice Atlanta

This morning Dr. Filip told Bob and I that the best place for Bob to be right now is an in-patient hospice facility.  He highly recommended Hospice Atlanta.  Bob arrived there this afternoon by ambulance.  They immediately worked to make him comfortable.  His room looks out into a courtyard with a fountain.  It's very peaceful.  When I left this evening, he was visiting with Marshall and Elliott and their girlfriends.      Paula                                                                         

Sad News

Late today we got the results of the c scan.  Even though Bob has undergone an aggressive regimen of chemo, the tumors remain.  Bob, Marshall, Elliott and I shared some precious family moments around his bedside after hearing this sad news.  We are so fortunate to have each other at this time.  Tomorrow we will discuss what to do going forward.    Paula                                                                                                         

A Difficult Time

Bob is having a very difficult time.  He is weak and it is hard for him to move. Although the edema is worse,  the main concern has become his kidney function.   He is also receiving antibiotics, because his white blood count is high.  We will get the results of the c scan tomorrow.                 Paula

Back to the Hospital

The edema (fluid retention) that Bob has been experiencing has gotten worse.  Each day for the past week has been worse.  He will be hospitalized today for a consultation with a kidney specialist and for a cat scan.  This is an upsetting setback.  We will hope for the best and keep you posted. 
Paula

Round Five

Yesterday  Bob started his fifth round of chemo.  Although his numbers were good,  he still felt very tired and weak.  Smoothies remain the mainstay of his diet.
As I write this blog,  Bob is nearing the end of The Girl Who Played With Fire.  It has been good entertainment for him.  Next he will read The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet's Nest.  Thank you, Candy.  We have also joined Netflix.  He  also spends a little time on the computer.                                        Paula