William R. "Lefty" Plank

Dear Nancy,
You reached out to your readers and touched our hearts. May time heal your wounds.

Dear Nancy, Jennifer, and family:
My sincere condolences to all. It was a pleasure getting to know Bill and seeing how well Jennifer and Nancy cared for him. He is watching over them and his children sitting on his Harley. May God bless all.
Ruthann

Dear Nancy and Family:
We wish time spent with those we love could last forever..and in our hearts they will. Every Sunday I would read the article, cry and pray that by sharing Bill's journey with your readers in some small way it granted you peace and comfort. As time passes may the memories of Bill bring a smile to your face and warmth in your heart.
God Bless.

Nancy,

I found that reading your column brought back memories of walking the same path with loved ones in our family. You are a remarkable person, not only for what you were able to do to make Bill's remaining time here as comfortable as possible, but also for your willingness to share your experience. It is my hope that you have found strength to move forward and peace knowing that Bill is no longer beholden to his pain. God Bless and watch over you and your family at this time.

Nancy, our condolences are with you and your family, what a gift you and William gave all your faithful readers of his and your journey until he found a place to be free and able to ride his cycle again in the heavens!

Nature

As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently,...

Dear Nancy,
You can be proud to have taken care of Bill at home where he would want to be,surrounded by the people who loved him. As you have been there for us over the years, showing compassion and understanding, and support. We now offer OUR prayers and support to you and your family during this difficult time. God bless you! Douglas and Dianna Hollis

Nancy, my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Each Sunday I followed the journey you were sharing with Bill. He is finally pain free now - may you find some much needed peace in your life. Keep on writing!

Nancy, My heart just goes out to you. I cannot begin to imagine the pain of losing a child of any age. I admire you for caring for him and "bringing him home". God bless and keep you and your family through all of this and just know you are in my prayers. An admiring reader and mother of three