On Friday, March 30, 2012 we got this message from Dave Luchansky, Raelyn’s husband.
Raelyn Kathleen Luchansky
August 17, 1978- March 30, 2012
I am so very sorry to inform all of you that Raelyn passed away today about 4 p.m. She relapsed a few days ago and very quickly and peacefully went from this world to eternal life. Lynne, Ray and myself were with her. I was lying next to her and her mother was holding her hand when she took her last breath. She was kept very comfortable and was very loved by Lynne, Ray, Evan, my brother Doug and myself during her final hours.
Sometimes we will never understand why things happen. I do believe that Raelyn now knows, as I feel confident that God has explained to her the meaning behind this tragedy. As painful as the earthly future is going to be for many of us, I am ecstatic that Raelyn is the lucky one to be surrounded by the joy of God now. I live for the day that I am reunited with my love. The pain and tears from this world will be no more. I am also relieved that, after 14+ months, this journey is finally over. It may not have ended as we all hoped, but Raelyn has reached so many with her story and that is part of her legacy. Ironically, today is Noah’s first birthday. As we mourn the loss of life, we celebrate one that Raelyn brought into this world.
I am blessed to have known Raelyn and I want to leave you with her last two journal entries that show her incredible strength and love.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:11 PM, PST
written by Raelyn Luchansky
Good evening to everyone-
Just thought I’d let you know how I’m doing. My doctor came back after a two week vacation. He is very pleased with how I am doing. Nurses that see me say I am looking much better. My white cells have rebounded really well. I haven’t needed blood transfusions in quite a while. I have needed platelets but those are the last thing to come back. My jobs are to do P/T, walk around the floor, and continue working on eating. My calories are still being supplemented by IV nutrition, but I am starting to take small bites of things. Not keeping everything down but I have to learn how much and what to eat because my GI tract is like a baby’s. My skin looks pretty funky on my back because of the radiation, think of me as a snake shedding its skin. I also am involved in a recreation class daily where I am able to play games with other patients or do crafts, which I really enjoy. I am scheduled for a bone marrow biopsy this Friday morning. So please pray for good results. We will probably get results on Monday. Dave has been staying with me for weeks since mom and dad have been sick and taking care of my sick kids. Sounds like everyone is finally starting to feel better. I am really looking forward to seeing my mom and Siena this weekend.
Everyone continue to love one another and appreciate the little blessings in life.
Love,
Raelyn
Thursday, January 19, 2012 10:09 PM, PST
written by Raelyn Luchansky
Blessings, blessings all around, sometimes it’s just more difficult to see where they are found, but I want all of you to always look for a blessing each day. Try to do for others. I am so blessed by so many of you. Please know how thankful I am to the staff of Vista and Crestview for their gifts at Christmas. Thanks to Andi Crawford for helping deliver gifts for my two little ones. And Moms In Touch, you are angels on Earth. I really hope I can get well enough to be a part of such a special group. Things are going in a new direction for me soon. I will post in another few days to fill you all in.
Love to all,
Raelyn
Today, Sunday, April 15 at Grace Brethren Church in Simi Valley we celebrate her life.
Raelyn now rests in heaven, free of pain.
Thank You for all of the prayers and words of support to Raelyn during her battle with leukemia. It gave her strength and encouragement knowing that so many people were praying for her and for her family.
You can read Raelyn’s journey here.
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/raelynluchansky/journal
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