Shawna Lynn Farrelly-Kilbert

I am deeply saddened to have just discovered Shawna's courageous struggle after reading the latest Pacific Review magazine. Shawna was one of the first people I met at the Univ. of the Pacific and we lived across from each other in the Freshman dorm. To this day, everytime I hear a Journey song, Shawna pops up in my mind-She blasted Journey every opporunity she had in the dorm! It made me laugh then, and her fun loving spirit will continue to make me smile and appreciate the love and...

To the Farrelly Family,
You are all in my prayers and thoughts for your loss of Shawna. She was an astonishing woman with an aweinspiring spirit. My heart goes out to all of you because I know she loved her family very much.

This wonderful lady will live on in my heart. While I never met her, her story has inspired courage and bravery in me that I never had. I will not forget her.

Dave, Pat and Family,
We just want you to know that we are so sorry to hear that Shawna passed away. May all the memories comfort you at this difficult time. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers,

Although I never had the honor of meeting Shawna personally, I have followed her plight for quite some time and been touched by her on so many levels... because of Shawna, I have improved as a mother, friend, associate & human being. To Dan, Preston & Logan: I can't imagine what you are going through and my heart goes out to all three of you. It occurs to me, though, that Shawna has left so much love and presence behind, her spirit will always be right there with you. May she come visit...

Dear Patty and Dave,
My mom has kept me abreast of Shawna's health. I am so sorry for your loss. I am amazed by her strength and compassion for her children. Even though I never met her, she must have been and Angel. Know that you and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time.

Colleen (Rice) Lacey

I have followed Shawna's story since the beginning and was saddened to learn of her death. Even though I do not know her on a personal level, I am inspired by her and her will to live life to the fullest. I am praying for her husband and children, because they have a long road ahead of them. May you find the strength you need from God and her memories.
Karen ( NC)

Shawna was an amazing woman with tremendous strength and courage. She taught everyone she met valuable lessons about life that will never be forgotten, just as she will never be forgotten. Meeting her was a great blessing.

It sounds like Shawna lived and loved life on her own terms...and cancer may have taken her body, but it didn't take her soul. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers - as we know what it is like to lose a loved one to cancer - my brother, Matthew Maroot, was only 29 years old. May the good memories help soothe the pain.