Grief coach describes sending her daughter "out on a rocket ship of love" when she died
Summary
Kate Doerge, a grief coach and author, shared how her family celebrated her daughter Penny’s life after learning Penny had an inoperable tumor caused by neurofibromatosis. They invited people to their home to honor Penny, who was 16 years old, and expressed their love as a way to say goodbye.Key Facts
- Penny was 16 years old and had neurofibromatosis, a disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerve tissue.
- Doctors told the family that Penny had an inoperable tumor, meaning it could not be removed by surgery.
- Kate Doerge is a grief coach and author who spoke about her experience on the show "Healthful."
- The family invited friends and loved ones to their home to celebrate Penny’s life.
- Doerge described their farewell as sending Penny "out on a rocket ship of love," expressing their care and support.
- The story was featured by CBS News and shared by Norah O'Donnell.
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