08/31/2026
Today is the anniversary of Roseana Spangler-Sims death.
I’m grateful to Roseana’s friendship and I draw on her courage everyday.
Roseana’s last weeks were documented in a three-part series by People. You can read the first part here: https://people.com/roseana-spangler-sims-is-dying-of-pancreatic-cancer-maid-exclusive-11800262
Roseana Spangler-Sims, 72, will use California's medical aid in dying (MAID) law to end her life on Sunday after being diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer last year. She's sharing her story to raise awareness about the option.