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Leo: My Resilient Soulmate
My husband Leo was diagnosed with IPF in 2014. His lovely mum Louisa was diagnosed in 2007 with IPF and died in 2015. Our family like so many , know […]
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William (Bill) Jamieson: He was truly involved with every one of his children
My name is Joan-Marie Schoen. I live in the wonderful city of Calgary. I want to help find a cure for pulmonary fibrosis. This is my story and I tell it in loving memory of my father, William (Bill) Jamieson. 1954-2011
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Honoring my amazing mom & her 2 sisters
My mom, Florence, was THE strongest, toughest, most loving and selfless person I know. We lost her sister, Linda first, to pulmonary fibrosis. Then mom was diagnosed & we lost […]
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Arie Mast: Remembering all the laughter
Next week will be a year since Dad passed away from IPF and his laughter is so greatly missed. He persevered with IPF and never stopped adding a little humor […]
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Arie: A Brave Dutchman
Arie lived bravely with IPF for almost 5 years. He was so proud of his Dutch heritage and was excited to receive Dutch treats for Christmas.
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Tribute to my Mum
My mum was diagnosed with IPF in April 2016 and I just lost her on September 11, 2020. I’m crying as I write this because our relationship was so strained […]
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Martha Hardy: a real trooper!
We find it amazing how Martha continues to portray a cheerful and positive attitude; her choice to surmount many challenges, and the way she cares so much for others. Love […]
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Forever Strong: Margaret and Bruce Hill
My parents, Margaret and Bruce Hill, both passed from IPF. My Mom’s sister is currently battling IPF. Mom passed in March 2006 and after looking after Mom, Dad was diagnosed […]
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Beat the odds
This is my dad, my hero. He has beaten all the odds, at 11 years post lung transplant he’s lived to travel the world, walk me down the aisle and […]
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Gordon Parker: My Dad Was Strong Until He Wasn’t
Gordon Parker was diagnosed with IPF in April 2013 and passed away in June 2014. My Dad was the first in our family to have IPF so when he was […]