April 12, 2005 at 1:57 PM

Bad news last night. I got a call from Lilo Glick, the first violinist in my amateur quartet. Our cellist, Connie Weil, had a bad fall, with bleeding in the brain. She was flown over to Albany Medical Center, where she was declared brain dead.

I picked up Lilo and we went to gather with Otto, Connie's husband and our violist, last night, along with a couple of his closest friends. Though we didn't stay very long, I think we helped. Certainly Lilo, who lost her husband a few years ago, had a good deal of wisdom to offer.

I don't know if there's any hope; as of last night it looked like the end. At some point they'll probably have to make the decision to remove the machines (she has a living will). Her daughter lives close by as well, and was at the hospital with her last night.

From june rhee
Posted on April 12, 2005 at 6:04 PM

what a terrible tragedy. i'm so sorry to hear of your cellist.

From Pauline Lerner
Posted on April 13, 2005 at 2:52 PM

I'm so sorry about the fate of your cellist. It must be very hard for you, her family, and other close friends. Please give my condolences to all the bereaved.

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