Jane McGrath has died

[Prospector]

For those cricket lovers, Jane McGrath, wife of Glenn, has died from complications of breast cancer. Jane had been battling this wicked disease for over 10 years. She was only in her early thirties when she was diagnosed.
A sad day.

 

[SevenFX]

Really [shame] to See, as 2 Beautiful People stuck by this Disease So Early in Life.

http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23903586-421,00.html

Hope she is remembered for all the beautiful things & people they came into cantact with.

 

[BradK]

As a cricket tragic, I was doing a tour of Lord's cricket ground this week, and saw Glenn MacGrath on the board of the visitor's dressing room as having the honour of taking 10 wickets in a match at Lords.

I was only then thinking about his poor wife.

A very sad day indeed.

Brad

 

[sam76]

Very sad indeed.

I believe she was 42

 

[Bomba]

Jane McGrath dies aged 42
By AAP

Jane McGrath, wife of former Australian cricketer Glenn McGrath, has died after a long battle with breast cancer, Cricket Australia announced.

"It is with deep sadness that the family and friends of Jane McGrath, beloved wife of former Australian cricketer Glenn and loving mother of James and Holly, must announce she passed away at her home (Sunday) morning," a Cricket Australia statement said.

"With Glenn and their two children by her side, Jane's wonderful life ended peacefully after a sudden decline in her health over the past week."

McGrath, 42, had surgery earlier this year and was recovering before complications set in, the statement added.

"Jane McGrath has left a lasting legacy through the McGrath Foundation, an organisation that is providing thousands of women hope - and support - in their fight against breast cancer," the statement said.

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"The McGrath Family have requested their privacy be respected at this very difficult time."

The National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC) says Jane McGrath was a brave face of breast cancer who had the odds stacked against her.

NBOCC Director Dr Helen Zorbas said through her work with the McGrath Foundation, Ms McGrath had left behind a legacy of support for specialist breast cancer nurses to be provided across the country.

"The McGrath Foundation has received funding from the Australian government in the last budget of $12 million over four years to provide thirty specialist nurses to increase the information and support that's provided to women with breast cancer and their families, so that's a wonderful legacy," Dr Zorbas told AAP.

"I think that she has been such a brave face of breast cancer.

"While she fought very long and hard and very bravely, we've yet to develop the treatments that will effectively beat the disease once its spread to other parts of the body."

Prime Minister Kevin Rudd paid tribute to Jane McGrath, describing her as an inspirational figure whose legacy would long benefit others.

"I was greatly saddened to hear of the passing of Jane McGrath," Mr Rudd said in a statement.

"Jane's courageous struggle touched all Australians.

"Jane was an inspiration whose legacy will continue to benefit so many others."

Mr Rudd said his thoughts and the nation were with her family.

 

[2020hindsight]

what a lady, and does it get any sadder than this.

PS ahh , direct to the video here (first of 3 parts):-
http://www.abc.net.au/tv/enoughrope/video/default.htm?program=enoughrope&pres=20080421&story=1

 

[sam76]

Donations can be made here:

https://mcgrathfoundation.qnetau.com/donate/index.php

Did anyone see her steal the show on Enough Rope?

A very beautiful woman.

 

[sam76]

you can actually watch the donations increase each time you refresh the page.

Dig deep people.

 

[Whiskers]

Yes, very sad day for the McGrath Family and much of Australia. A very likeable couple.

It's going to be particularly tough for their young children... James 8 and Holly 6.

 

[AussiePaul72]

Yes sad news for all Australians. If there was one positive out of this tragedy it is the role models that the McGrath family has been to all that have had to deal with this dreadful disease and the awareness that they have given to the wider community. I have no doubt that through their publicity that many lives will be saved. My heart goes out the family at this time and hope they can focus on the wonderful times they had with Jane ...... if nothing else that is an inspiration in itself

 

[Timmy]

If there was one positive out of this tragedy it is the role models that the McGrath family has been to all that have had to deal with this dreadful disease and the awareness that they have given to the wider community.

Well said. Jane McGrath copped a dreadful diagnosis and worked some good from it.

 

[sam76]

you can actually watch the donations increase each time you refresh the page.

Dig deep people.

$9,000 has been raised in the last two hours.

 

[motion]

A very sad day ! always happy to give a donation as you never know when this will effect you or a friend ! God Bless !

 

[sam76]

Good on you, Motion

 

[Julia]

Jane was an amazing example of courage and good humour throughout her illness. And her husband epitomised the support that comes from a truly loving relationship. She set an example which will be a tough act to follow.

 

[natashia]

Sad story...really sad...
Heart goes out to the family
What a great hubby... he had alot of depth.

 

[tech/a]

If there is one thing everyone can take from Jane-- its the love for life she had when she had it.
We will all have our day-- so live each day with the same passion Jane showed.

Its contagious.

 

[Bushman]

A friend of mine has recently died of this disease well before her time (in her late 20's).

In her memory, a reminder to everyone to remain vigilant and informed about this awful disease and donate to causes like the Jane McGrath Foundation if you have the means to do so.

God bless and rest in peace.

B'man

 

[Julia]

Bushman, I'm so sorry about your friend. That's very young.

 

[Bushman]

Bushman, I'm so sorry about your friend. That's very young.

Thanks J.

Yep not even 30 and it is all over? Doesn't make much sense really.

Puts the 'GFC' and losing a few dollars into perspective.