What can I say about my Mother? She was a Christian, a teacher, a problem solver, and a friend.  As a Parent, she treated the kids around her as if they were her own.  She loved, taught and nurtured her own children as well.  She taught us all about love and life.
When my mother was first diagnosed with cancer, She took the news calmly. But she was determine to fight the disease and win.  She had great faith in God and I truly believe because of that faith that she managed her illness  and lived for 3 years. 
She had many happy and productive years.  She continued to love and teach love, she was always willing to help others without complianing.  Even though her health deteriorated, her spirit was very strong. She would always remind us that we shouldn't be sad when she leaves this earth.  She would tell us that she had a lifetime of love and laughter.  Even in her final stages of sickness, she participated in church activities until she was too weak to continue.  Her last days were spent spending quality time with family and friends.
On her last night with us, we spent her final hours holding her hand and praying with her. We assured her that we would keep the family together. When mother peaceful passed on, I took comfort knowing that she was with her Creator, and she was at peace.  Somehow it helped ease the pain of losing my mother, my teacher, my friend.