Maria, you were such a wonderful person who showed such strength of character. You suffered so much pain yet showed so much courage and never, ever gave up the will to live. You fought so hard to stay but this terrible disease finally took its toll. You are at peace now, no more pain and suffering. You are, were and always will be an inspiration to me and I will never forget the friendship we forged through this terrible time. We went through the ups and downs, the pain, the sorrow and the anguish of this never ending fight but through it all, you never lost sight of your goal to live and try to defeat this terrible disease. You will live in my heart and thoughts for the rest of my life. Until one day we meet again. To Mama, Sonia, Dino, Peter and Families, my heartfelt thoughts are with you at this terrible time. Judy