Posting From the Raleigh Family

Dear Friends of the Vanca Family,

As most of you know, our friend, George Vanca, died this last Thursday after struggling with pancreatic cancer.  The good news is that George is now at peace and in the presence of our Lord Jesus.  And those who share George's hope will meet again.

George is survived by his wife, Donna, daughter, Hanna, and son, Matthew.  On account of the medical expenses George has incurred, the costs of his burial, and the loss of his income, his family has some financial needs.  Because of these needs, I am reaching out to George's friends to ask for donations in lieu of flowers or other gifts.

I have confirmed with George's bank that checks made payable to "The Vanca Family" can be deposited into a savings account George used and can be accessed by Donna for the family's expenses.  You can mail a check to my office at the following address and I will deposit your checks into George's account.

Ken Raleigh
Hedman Partners CPAs
27441 Tourney Road, Suite 200
Valencia, CA  91355

Memorial Service

Dear Family and Friends,
The past few days have been so painful, and difficult. We are so appreciative of  the love and support we have received. I know George would be honored by the faithfulness demonstrated by his friends and colleges, and the kindness that has been extended to myself and the children.

Services to honor George will be held:

Monday November, 21, 2011
11:00 AM
Grace Baptist Church
22833 Copper Hill Drive
Santa Clarita, Ca

Graveside Service
Eternal Valley Memorial Park
Newhall, Ca

Reception to follow at the home of
Jan and Jeff Bernards

*Address and directions will be available at the service



*In Lieu of Flowers a fund is being set up for the Vanca Children. You may contact Ken Raleigh for information and details at 4raleighs@gmail.com

Proverbs 3: 5-6

Today at 1:30 in the afternoon our Lord directed George's path home.
He was pain free, peaceful, and surrounded by Hanna, Matthew and myself.

The past few days the Lord has been preparing him, and I know he was touched by the love from all of you.

As soon as we have details regarding the service it will be posted.

~Donna

Home Sweet Home!

Friday Night Update

George has now been here at UCLA for a week. Dr. W along with the Palliative care team have been successful in getting George's pain under control. He continues to have fluid issues with swollen leg & feet. Today he received another blood transfusion, and medication to help shift some of his fluid. He has been tired, and frequently falls asleep during visits. He took a slow walk down the hall to help increase his lung expansion, get his legs moving.
We have had many decisions to make regarding his care, with our main goal being his comfort. It is apparent to the Doctors, and us that the growth of the tumor has increased. It is felt that his care will be focused on comfort when he is discharged Saturday.
~Donna