Lyne,
Your father has had such a wonderful and adventurous life. Please tell him that his friends who gather at pprune from around the world admire and respect him.
He has such great spirit, we know that if anyone can beat this thing, he can. Please be sure to give him our warmest regards.
And for you, who also has so much to bear, please also take care of yourself. I lost my parents a few years back, but the final months were warm and actually good ones, as I got to see a strength and resilience in them that made proud all over again.
All my best to you,
Nick Lappos