Facing Death Together: A Story of Our Losing Battle with Cancer

By Jordan B. Smith Jr.

A Love Story Tested by Terminal Illness-Raw, Real, and Unforgettable

Facing Death Together is a powerful true story of enduring love, unwavering devotion, and the brutal reality of a terminal cancer diagnosis. What began as a routine doctor's visit for constipation in July 2018 spiraled into every couple's worst nightmare: a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis with a prognosis of just 6-18 months to live.

Told through the eyes of a devoted husband and Marine Corps veteran, this book chronicles the final 15 months he shared with his beloved wife, Joyce. From being blindsided by medical contradictions to navigating the red tape of insurance, healthcare providers, and family dynamics, this memoir doesn't shy away from the emotional and logistical chaos that comes with end-of-life care.

Joyce made one final request during her third round of chemotherapy: "Write this book. Promise me." And he did.

This raw and deeply honest account is not just a tribute to a remarkable woman, but also a lifeline for anyone walking through the dark valley of a terminal diagnosis. With unfiltered reflections-sometimes heart-wrenching, sometimes candidly frustrated-this story prepares readers for the journey ahead when someone they love is dying.

Joyce's decision to die at home, before the COVID-19 pandemic changed everything, added emotional and physical weight to the already heavy burden of caregiving. But through it all, the author remained a steadfast partner-living out his wedding vows until the very end.

If you or someone you love is facing the unimaginable, this book offers more than comfort-it offers truth, preparation, and the kind of courage that only love can summon.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B08HTDKHYK
• ISBN13: 9798681965718
• Release Date: September 2020
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"