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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

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Fran Zilko posted an update

7 years ago (November 16, 2018)

I'm sad to report the effort to improve Fran's health so she could accept the TAVR process failed. Her kidneys, lungs and heart just couldn't get things going in the right direction. The severity of the problems encountered could not be overcome and she died peacefully surrounded by her loving... Read more.

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MARIE PICUN

My thoughts and prayers for her and her family.

Adam Pick

I am at a loss for words. I wish I could unread what I just read. Fran has been such a wonderful part of this community over the years. My heart, my thoughts, and my prayers are going out to Fran's spirit and the Zilko family. Fran will be missed.... Read more.

Liz Gephart

So sorry for your loss, sending thoughts and prayers.

Janice West

I am so sorry and sad to read this. Praying for comfort and peace for the family.

William Thune

Fran was a gracious, strong lovely lady that I had the honor to meet at Cleveland Clinic in 2010. We had the same surgeon and her room was a few doors down from mine. We had a special bond. Seeing her strength during recovery, gave me strength to make the... Read more.

Robert Bach

I am so sorry to hear this.

Cheryl Irvine

What a horribly disappointing and sad post this is Pete. Fran has been fighting this battle for so long I can see that her body just couldn't climb that hill any longer. What a courageous dear soul and very good friend she was to me and the other HVJ friends... Read more.

Dan Vechiola

So so sorry to hear about Fran. My thoughts are with you at this this difficult time.

Jennifer McInerney

So sorry to read this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Wood

I'm so sorry for your loss Pete, all my sympathy to you and your family.

Rob Sparling

I can only add one more voice to those above. It is comforting to know Fran was surrounded by family during her last moments and hope you can all find peace in that. Grieving is tough...

Shannon Gray

My sincere condolences... continued prayers for your family.

Fran Zilko posted an update

7 years ago (November 14, 2018)

It's been a rough road since Nov 1st. Her recovery from the pneumonia is slow because her heart is not able to cooperate. Thus it was decided that the valve needed to be replaced ASAP. Since flying her to Cleveland via air ambulance was a cost not covered by insurance... Read more.

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Catie B

I'm sorry to hear the valve situation has become so severe and has hindered Fran's recovery. So good that you've found an excellent team so this can be taken care of quickly. Best to you both!

Susan Lynn

Prayers to both of you. Please keep us posted on Fran's progress. ❤

Barbara Wood

Prayers for you & Fran, wishing you all the best as you push forward.

Fran Zilko posted an update

7 years ago (November 3, 2018)

Fran has had a temporary setback in her recovery from the fall. She was admitted to the hospital (Cape Coral) Thursday evening suffering from shortness of breath and coughing. Turned out to be pneumonia. Presently in ICU in treatment. Also retaining fluid creating a problem for her heart. It's going... Read more.

Susan Lynn

Please let Fran know we're thinking of her. Prayers to you both. ❤🙏

Dan Baltazor

Sorry to hear Pete! Thanks for the update. You and Fran are in our prayers.

Catie B

Prayers here, Pete!

Meredith Geneja

Thinking of you both. I came home from surgery with a bad cold. Coughing was tough. So grateful Fran is receiving great care. Appreciate the update, Pete.