stamp11127
Seasoned Expediter
Told my wife that Jack passed away today, she asked me if he had any help......
That woman has a very dry sense of humor at times.
That woman has a very dry sense of humor at times.
Jack Kevorkian dies
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RoadKing06
Expert Expediter
Stamp, lol that is exactly what my husband Tracy asked me. Guess they have the same sense humor, lol.
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greg334
Veteran Expediter
Well see I too have seen suffering but also know first hand the ramifications of "Jack's" crusade which make me angry when people try to justify his work as humanitarian. It should only be between a patient and their doctor - no one else which "jack" brought the law and the public into it.
Yes I don't agree with his tactics, it is the same thing that is used by terrorist as far as I can see - scare the public into reacting and force changes to be made that jeopardize others who he was not concerned about.
I hell of a lot more than killing people. If you want details I can provide them but that's not the point.
If that time comes, and I do expect it to come, I want to make that decision with my doctor and only my doctor. BUT now I can't. I have to find a doctor who is willing to risk going to jail to end my suffering which is what "Jack" did. I can't freely choose where I want to die nor can I choose the time - all gone because some bitter old man decided to screw it all up for all of us.
Where?
Michigan and other states passed laws making assisted suicide a crime, like murder so where was the help?
NOT getting involved in the first place.
Speaking of "off" subject. Mules aren't stubborn 
they are smart. They wont do something new until their sure it wont hurt them. Plus what about poor old Marshall Dillon.
they are smart. They wont do something new until their sure it wont hurt them. Plus what about poor old Marshall Dillon.
Actually, there seems to be about 39 posts that have nothing to do with good old Jack
Dakota
Veteran Expediter
That should be your new signature lineBecause I am a Socialist Canadian Commie crud that don't know any better????
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nightcreacher
Veteran Expediter
My mother suffered her last two years on earth.she out lived 3 Drs that gave her 6 months to live,but she prayed everyday to die her last 2 years. If you want to suffer like that,well I dont.As Greg said,Its between my Dr and me
Actually, there seems to be about 39 posts that have nothing to do with good old Jack
Which is not unique to this thread. Jerry Lee
Dakota
Veteran Expediter
In order to be a moderator, your posts have to be at least 500 words, saying nearly nothing
In order to be a moderator, your posts have to be at least 500 words, saying nearly nothing
Good to know!
Dale
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Dakota
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Good to know!
Dale
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That's what I am here for
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LisaLouHoo
Expert Expediter
It is a split decision in my mind on Dr. Jack, but he did pave the way for the "Living Will" as we know it today. I thank God every day that there was such a document in force as my husband lay in ICU on a ventilator...and, being his patient advocate, no one on his medical team nor extended family could deny my request to remove him as per his legal wishes. Without such paperwork, which the wording has changed dramatically since Kevorkian came to town, I would have had one legal fight on my hands; maybe not so much with the medical staff, but satellite family members who saw him once a year at the family reunion. Dr. Kevorkian's actions helped expose loopholes in Living Wills (also known as Primary Care Directives) that made it easy for my husband to get what he needed in said situation.
And I don't EVER want to have to do that again...but I can if I HAVE to.
"Bruises fade and bones will mend-but a psyche can be ruined FOREVER" : LisaLouHoo, c. 2008
And I don't EVER want to have to do that again...but I can if I HAVE to.
"Bruises fade and bones will mend-but a psyche can be ruined FOREVER" : LisaLouHoo, c. 2008
Tennesseahawk
Veteran Expediter
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So they'll be asking Greg next?
I'm sure it was the hardest decision you ever had to make, and may I say, May God Bless his soul.
However, I was and is not opposed to Dr Jacks message, just his methods and constent need to be in the spotlight.
It needs to be handled in a more dignified manner.
IMHO
You folks know that I have Emphysema, which is progressive, and it the end, terminal, although it may take many years. I know how this book ends, so to speak, and an assisted suicide would be a blessing. I have my Health Care POA and End of Life Directives in place, and on file, at the Courthouse. My wishes are well know to both family and friends, and, hopefully, will be carried out.
Mike
Mike
LisaLouHoo
Expert Expediter
Oh for SURE. He had a viable concept. However, I remember the last one he performed and it was so questionable in its intent and execution (no pun intended) that his attorney at that time, Geoffrey Fieger, who had won every case up to that point, bailed. Atty. Fieger even went public and said Jack had crossed the line. Kevorkian just didn't know when to stop. His last 'patient' had not exhausted all avenues of conventional medical treatments before seeking assistance of Dr. Jack...and THAT was supposed to be part of the deal.
"Bruises fade and bones will mend-but a psyche can be ruined FOREVER" : LisaLouHoo, c. 2008
BeecherKen
Active Expediter
I knew your husband died, I heard it through the facebook grapevine. I didn't know it was like THAT. I remember him, when you two were dating. Such a nice man, funny guy. Obviously taken way too soon. Sorry isn't the right word. Check your PMs. Got one for ya.
