This is a second page of your tributes to Ivan Noble, the BBC News science and technology writer, who died aged 37 after a long battle with cancer.
Your tributes:
I felt so sad reading about Ivan's death. He was such a brave person to share his illness with us and in so doing helping others. Our deepest sympathy to his wife, wee children and his parents. May he rest in peace.
E.Kennedy, Galway, Ireland I would like to convey my deepest and most sincere sympathies to Ivan's family. After reading the terribly sad news about Ivan, I returned to lectures with a heavy heart. I felt like somebody close to me had died even though I've never even heard this brave man's voice. He's made a difference in my life and I thank him for that.
Caroline, Dublin, Ireland
Thank you Ivan for turning many a day around with your words. And rest assured that your words will continue to do so for a long time to come. Be at peace.
Deanna, Kent, UK
I want to reach across the world to the wife and children, and other close family members and friends of this most courageous and admirable man. I wish you as much peace and strength as possible this midwinter's day, and in the days to come.
Lea Goodrich, Corvallis, Oregon, USA
I've never cared so much for someone I'd never met. We have lost a man of great courage and great ability. I know that when they are old enough to read his diaries, his children will be able to feel they knew their father and their life will be the richer for it. Mine already is.
Veronica Kayne, Mclean, Virginia US
 |  He was brimming with hope and humanity |
I knew Ivan through his work as a science and technology journalist. Even in this professional capacity I had a strong sense of him as a person - he was someone who really did wear his heart on his sleeves. My memory of him is as a warm, kind, genuine and inspirational person. I knew about the tumour; I knew that like me that he was a father of two young kids; and I knew that he was fighting against the odds with his condition. Despite this, it was clear that he was brimming with hope and humanity - and stands as a powerful reminder to all of us of the important things in life. My sincere wishes go to his wife, family and friends.
Jonathan Batty, London I was so sorry to see this news. He was a real fighter, and carried on to the last in order to reap as much time with his family as possible, whom he obviously deeply loved. His words put things into perspective for me. I've started keeping fit now, and think of my family as the motivation. One of the biggest reasons for this was reading Ivan's diaries and realising that you shouldn't take for granted that everyone will be there for you tomorrow or indeed vice-versa. My thoughts go out to his family, especially his wife and children. I hope that when his children are older, they will read these messages, and realise what an inspiration their Father has been to so many people. God bless.
Neil Morley, Liphook, Hants
I stumbled across Ivan's diary when going through a tough time at work. It put life in perspective. I turned to it when a member of my family was diagnosed. It gave me hope. I hope his family take great comfort in his diary and his children will know what a truly remarkable man there father was.
Sarah, UK
Having read Ivan's last entry only last week, hearing that he has passed away has left me stunned. Like most of us I always hoped he'd beat the Cancer.
Joanna, London, England
A very courageous man indeed! At this point in time my heart goes out to his family.
Mohamed Anwari, London, England
Thanks for letting me see this - a timely reminder of what is really important. Words really do paint the best pictures. Your family must be very proud of you.
Alan Jeffery, London, England It was with great sadness that I read that Ivan had finally lost his fight with his illness yesterday. When I began reading Ivan's diaries my mother was in the last few months of her fight with her brain tumours and soon after my husband was diagnosed with one of his own. Fortunately, my husband's turned out to be benign and is being treated, my mother was not so fortunate and she died. However, through this Ivan's diaries were an inspiration and my heart goes out to his family. We are thinking of you all.
Sam Valentine, Bovey Tracey, Devon
Thank you to a teacher of honesty, wisdom, humour, and great love for life. Be at peace.
Kate, Spain
I have followed Ivan's diary and it has made me realise how lucky I am to have the most important gift we have and that is the gift of health, when I'm down or worried I will always think of his courage and that will strengthen me - God bless Ivan.
Vincent Murphy, Dublin, Ireland
| He will carry on living in the memories of all those whose lives he touched both in person and through his diary |
To Ivan's family and friends, my thoughts and deepest sympathy. I had a friend who became ill with cancer a few months before Ivan and, as him, had periods of remission. Eventually, she died last September. Throughout her disease, I read Ivan's diary regularly and that brought me courage and hope. After my friend's death, I revisited Ivan's diaries regularly, hoping to see him recover... I'm deeply sad about his death. His strength, courage and love for life are an example to us all. He will carry on living in the memories of all those whose lives he touched both in person and through his diary.
Maria, Oxford, UK
The diaries helped me to deal with my wife's cancer and the loss of a good friend to an identical tumour. By sharing his feelings I was able to better understand what they were going through, and hence better able to support them. Thank you, Ivan.
Toby, Hants, UK
I read his diary and it touched me, my brother too has a brain tumour and Ivan's diary gave me a lot of hope.
Martha Lucas, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
| Ivan's lasting spirit will always be a reminder of how love and courage can live on even after the disease has claimed the body |
Having recently lost a mother to cancer, I want to tell Ivan's family how deeply moved I am of Ivan's honesty and courage in dealing with his illness. My mother, too, dealt with the disease by telling as many people as possible about cancer and encouraging people to talk about it, rather than hiding it away.
I hope that Ivan's wife and children can find some comfort in the fact that he is now released from pain and also that he has left a wonderfully personal, brave, positive and lasting impression on many, many people. Ivan's lasting spirit will always be a reminder of how love and courage can live on even after the disease has claimed the body. May he rest in peace.
Ann, London, UK
I was truly shocked to see that Ivan had died. Like Ivan, I have young children, a girl and a boy, and it is so sad that he has had to leave them. I'm sure they will be very proud of their Dad. Ivan, thank you for sharing your experiences. I will never forget you. My sincere condolences to Mrs Noble.
Nick, Tokyo, Japan
The lesson to be drawn from Ivan's quiet dignity he managed to preserve during his ordeal is that life, cancer or not, is too short and precious to spend getting upset about such nonsense as a car breakdown, a beach outing ruined by rain or a rude check-out assistant. His example has helped me shrug off nuisances that are not worth the calories you burn by raising your eyebrows.
Robert, London
I used to read his diary and I should say I was inspired by his courage, frankness and his love for his family. His sharing of his innermost thoughts enriched us and we are better because we knew him somehow. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test , he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him - Jas 1:12 NIV.
Velempini Ndlovu, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
My husband has Hodgkin's Lymphoma and I am disabled. Ivan's' column was very important to me and gave me hope and courage. I was very saddened to hear of his death. He had so much more to give. But in a short time he has helped so many. What more could anyone want from life? I will always remember him.
Sue Bunce, Salisbury, England
| Cancer has touched most of us in one way or another and Ivan, through his own generosity, has helped us to cope a little better |
Only a couple of days ago I printed off Ivan's last entry and brought it home to my husband to read and hopefully to encourage him to stop smoking- a day off work and I open up the internet to find the worst of news. I read Ivan's diary from the start and admired him so much for his positive attitude and strength and for the help he gave to others just by sharing his own feelings.
Cancer has touched most of us in one way or another and Ivan, through his own generosity, has helped us to cope a little better. I hope that my husband giving up smoking is a small testament to Ivan's determination that others would avoid his fate. Thank you.
Nicola, Cambridge, England
RIP Ivan. I gave up smoking on 6 January. There have been some hard times where I have nearly given in, but the words in your final entry have made me more determined than ever. I am sure you will save more than one life. My thoughts are with your family at this sad time.
Polly
| Ivan's diary lifted the veil from death, and he openly discussed one of the last great taboos. |
I only occasionally read Ivan's diary. What I had read I found incredibly moving and touching. Last year I lost my brother and never had the chance to say goodbye. Ivan's diary lifted the veil from death, and he openly discussed one of the last great taboos. His decision to open up his heart to the world during an intensely private time was a brave one but one I welcome. He said goodbye in the most public of manners but in the most intimate of ways. My thoughts are with his family - your loss will soon be overcome with pride. I promise you.
Jock, Blackwood, Gwent
We've lost an amazing human being. A terminal illness is surely the worst nightmare most people could imagine, and yet Ivan dealt with it better than most people deal with their average day. Both my wife and I send our deepest condolences to Ivan's brave family. We wish you peace Ivan.
Ryan, York, UK
"I have not been defeated." I think the world should take Mr Noble's statement from the final column as the slogan for all types of cancer. His positive statement at the final reality which dawned on him and not giving in says it all. My god rest his soul in peace and he give courage and strength to his wife and family to live life to its fullest as I think that is what he would have wanted of them.
K. Jeevan, Kuwait City, Kuwait
Having followed Ivan's struggle since the beginning, I am saddened to learn of his passing. Ivan was the same age as me, and his daughter the same age as mine, so I could fully grasp the extent of his horror at not living to see his children grow up. Ultimately his diary touched and moved many thousands of people who never knew him, and made them pause to consider the most fundamental aspects of their existence. For a journalist, I can think of no more fitting tribute.
Alex, Brighton UK
This news has brought tears to my eyes. I help to treat cancer patients and despite the adage that we should not become emotionally attached to our patients, it always proves to be impossible. I have lost a friend to cancer last week and Ivan's news has compounded my feelings of sadness. Although I never knew him personally, I have read his diary from the beginning and feel that I have lost an inspirational friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this most difficult time. I hope that they feel some solace in their grief that his courage, bravery and sheer determination have left a permanent mark in so many hearts. His legacy will live on.
Dr Amit Arora, London
I am the wife of a malignant brain cancer survivor who was one of the fortunate people that had a chance to befriend Ivan. I reached out to him to give him hope and in the end, it is he, who gave me hope. I will never forget him or the strength and dignity that he showed through his cancer journey. I will keep his wife and children in my thoughts and prayers.
Karrie Skarda, USA
Even after reading Ivan's last column I had hoped that there would still be many more. I have no words to match his - except to say that Ivan's rare combination of courage and humility has been a treasure. My sincere condolences to his family.
Scott Davis, Tokyo, Japan
| I've never been so upset about someone I've never actually met. |
A truly sad day. I've never been so upset about someone I've never actually met. Ivan's Diary helped me through such a tough time after my sister was diagnosed with a brain tumour. He seemed like the only person I could turn to! Now is a time to celebrate this wonderful person who will live on in all our hearts. My condolences to his wife and children.
Claire, Hull, UK Ivan Noble helped so many to understand the trauma of cancer through his quiet dignity, and was a true inspiration to us all. My thoughts and sympathies are with his wife and young family, there can be no words which will take the pain away, but I hope his family will be able to have some comfort in the knowledge that he helped so many.
Ruth, London, UK
This is a very sad day for Ivan and his family and my thoughts go out to them. As a member of Brain Tumour Action I would like to urge more funding for treatments for this terrible disease which devastates people's lives. The tumours affect everyone as they alter the personality of the sufferer and that can be hard to live with. I urge the BBC to support all Brain Tumour charities especially in March which is Brain Tumour awareness month. Help us fight this illness.
Julie Read, Edinburgh
I would like to send my sincere thanks to Mrs. Noble and the rest of the Noble family for allowing us (the readers) to take this journey with Ivan. Without their tremendous love and support, we would never have been exposed to such a fantastic human being. Ivan's ability to communicate his every emotion during his heroic struggle has been truly inspirational, as well as educational. I wish to express my heartfelt condolences to Ivan's wife, his daughter, his son and the rest of his family and friends.
Christy, Ohio, USA
I have been following Ivan's diary for sometime. People like Ivan are real life heroes. I am sure he made an impact on the life of everyone who read his column. May God rest him in peace.
Qaiser Bakhtiari, Karachi, Pakistan
Your courage set an example for us all. Farewell, Ivan. You were indeed aptly named.
Barry Rein, Altadena, California
I have followed Ivan's diaries and have been struck by his dignity and courage. I feel that somebody close to me has left us. He has shown us that our fears can be conquered and also how to live as a dignified human being.
Igor Komusanac, London, UK I am shocked with grief. Somehow, I thought Ivan would be the one to escape the inevitable result of a brain tumour. I lost a friend to the same cancer nearly 2 years ago, and my husband is a 5-year survivor of colon cancer. So I have read Ivan's journals with a sense of kinship. To me, one of the most valuable things he said was to 'just live'. It is so right. The diagnosis doesn't kill you; you still are you, and you still have life. It is up to all of us to fill that life with richness that is appropriate to our condition right up to the end. Thank you, Ivan, for showing us how. I still can't believe that there will be no more journal entries. Rest well.
Paulette Filz, Portland, Oregon, USA
We all knew this day was near when the last column went up, but the news still deeply saddens me. Ivan may have died from the tumour, but he's right, it never defeated him. All my thoughts and wishes are with his family.
David Patrick, Reading, UK
As I read the end of Mr. Noble's diary entries, my heart was filled with a bevy of emotions. His courage and dignity remind us all about what Martin Luther King said about the true character of a man only being revealed in the face of adversity. My wish for his family and friends is comfort and peace in the coming months.
Miranda Benefield, Texas, United States
It sounds corny, but a tragic loss like this does put everything in perspective. I had read Ivan's columns and also the lengthy feedback that each one generated. I came into the office this afternoon and was shocked when I saw the news. I'm glad that Ivan spent a precious few months with his young son, and as others have written here, his children have a dad to be proud of.
Stuart, Chelmsford, England
It is with sadness that I read of this brave man's death. Please forward my condolences to his wife and family, I know that i, for one, have been moved and inspired by his story. It may not be much of a consolation in their loss, but this man has touched people's lives all over the world...not many people can say that. He will never be forgotten.
Barbara Head, New York City, USA
Ivan, thank you so much for the last 2 years. I lost my father to a brain tumour in 2001 and your diary has helped my grieving process in immeasurable ways, as well as understand some of what my father went through. This time is terribly sad, but like my father you have left an awful lot of people with wonderful memories to look back on and treasure. I am only sorry that your children have known you such a short time. I was lucky - I had 27 years with my dad. My heart goes out to your family at this time. Rest in Peace.
Fi, Hampshire, UK
The world has lost one of its best. The way you were able to touch the lives of strangers was exceptional. You were truly a brave and remarkable man with so much courage that words cannot describe. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. When your children are older they will be so proud that you were their father. No more pain now Ivan, may you rest in peace.
Kerry, Southampton, Hampshire I hope Ivan's family will draw some comfort from the incredible impact his courage and tenacity had on so many other people from so many different places. God bless, Ivan.
Rosemary Hill, Geneva Switzerland
So saddened and choked by this news, I think I always hoped you had just a little bit longer even after your last diary entry. My thoughts are with your wife and lovely children and the rest of your family at this sad time. God Speed and may you have peace in your next life.
Alison, Bath
| His delight in and his hopes for his family were especially touching |
I am so, so sad. Ivan was an inspiration to us all, to never let even the mightiest of problems get you down. His delight in and his hopes for his family were especially touching, they have lost a brave husband and father. I write this with such a heavy heart.
Ed, Shrewsbury, England Ivan was quite simply courage personified. His determination to fight cancer in such a public way was nothing short of brave and the attitude to the painful truth was born with unparalleled dignity. He will be sorely missed. My prayers are with his family who, although full of grief, must feel enormous pride in him.
RIP Ivan.
Simon Rickards, Newent, UK
I felt really sad when I read about Ivan's death. He was more than an ordinary man. The world has lost a hero, who fought bravely and courageously against one of humanity's deadliest diseases. I was really inspired by his firm determination he had to beat his life's enemy. His wife, his daughter and his new born son should be proud of such a husband and father. I want to express my condolences to his family and may his soul be blessed and rest in peace and happiness.
Mirwais Aryan, Kabul, Afghanistan
| It was a privilege reading your diary notes and to know you in some small indirect way |
with a heavy heart I want to offer my sympathy to Ivan's family and friends. I hope the pain they are suffering will lessen in time and that the memory of Ivan, together with his diary notes, will inspire all those around to conquer the fears and battles associated with cancer. Rest in Peace Ivan and finally I want to add that it was a privilege reading your diary notes and to know you in some small indirect way because of it.
Vivienne , UK I found this mans commentary to be a massive reality check. We moan at the slightest inconvenience on a daily basis. The world needs to read every word that Ivan penned and to realise that not one of us knows what a day will bring. We need to count our blessings. This man taught me to count mine- thanks for the memories Ivan - your wife and children should be very very proud of you.
Peter Lockhart, Bangor N Ireland
Words do not do justice, to the shame of the loss of a life so young and with so much more to give. You have be a strength to the thousands to read your column, and gave me strength through hard times. The world is a poorer place without you. My condolences to your family and may you Rest In Eternal Peace.
Jordan Dias, Edinburgh, UK
We've lost an amazing human being. A terminal illness is surely the worst nightmare most people could imagine, and yet Ivan dealt with it better than most people deal with their average day. Both my wife and I send our deepest condolences to Ivan's brave family. We wish you peace Ivan.
Ryan, York, UK Goodbye Ivan, you brave, courageous man. You have touched my life in a profound way. My brother-in-law is a cancer surgeon and I speak to him about his work. The young with so much to live for are always the most heartbreaking, but their spirits so strong. I don't know where you found the strength to tell us your story and help us with what we needed to know. You're one hell of a guy, with an amazing family. Rest in peace our friend.
Katherine, Bedford, England
Thank you Ivan. Thank you for sharing your strength. Thank you for your honesty. Thank you for putting my world into perspective. My admiration and hopes go to your wife and children. God bless.
Jennie Falconer, Maidenhead, UK Ivan, I have been dreading this moment for ages. Through your diary it felt like I knew you. I shall never forget your bravery and the example you set to everyone who read your diary. My thoughts go out to your family and they should take comfort in knowing what an amazing person you were. I am gutted - Rest In Peace. I will never forget you.
Mark, London, UK
The sadness is tangible. To consolidate each corner of the world with his words about such a personal topic is an amazing achievement. I don't believe in an afterlife so can only offer my sympathy to the family of someone who has made a difference.
Jane, Slough
| Thank you Ivan for being an inspiration to so many people |
I've read Ivan's diary regularly and have been moved by his courage and strength while fighting this terrible illness. Thank you Ivan for being an inspiration to so many people and for talking so openly and bravely about what you were going through. It was so inspirational and put small things that I was worrying about into perspective. Rest in peace and I hope your family find the strength that you had.
Sarah, Doncaster, UK I really prayed that Ivan would make it for his son's first birthday, how very sad! Rest in peace!
Nino , UK
Ivan was obviously a dedicated father. I find I cannot reconcile the fact that he can no longer be with his children, this saddens me the most.
Jason, Southampton ,UK
We will all miss your wise words. I just have made a donation to Cancer Research UK in your memory. RIP Ivan.
Samantha, London, UK
| My hope is that his wife and children continue to be strengthened by Ivan's strength and courage |
What can I say? My hope is that his wife and children continue to be strengthened by Ivan's strength and courage and that his children especially know just how strong, brave and selfless he was.
Frances, Leicester, UK Despite the rollercoaster of happy and sad news, Ivan's column became a staple of my online reading that I always looked forward to. The diary was an outstanding piece of journalism. He thoroughly lived up to his name.
Colin Finch, Upminster, Essex
I am humbled, touched and inspired that just one person can affect and change the lives of so many. Ivan will live on in the memory of all those he touched. His life is proof that we can all make a difference. I am deeply saddened, but Ivan made me stop taking life for granted, for which I am forever grateful.
Sarah P, London, UK
Having read Ivan's diaries since the beginning I was deeply saddened to read Ivan's last column, yet still hoped for another miracle. Sadly it was not to be. What a brave and lovely man, who has given hope and inspiration to many around the world. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Rest in peace, Ivan.
Lou, Midlothian, UK
| I'll say a prayer for my friend tonight |
My heart just sank when I read that Ivan had lost his struggle against his illness. I have followed his diary almost religiously - eager to know how he was getting on with the trials and tribulations he faced with his unflinching determination to get through the darkness that surrounded him. Strangely I felt as thought I knew him through his diary - thought of him as a friend. My thoughts go out to his family, who should be proud of Ivan. He gave so much to so many without knowing it- strength and courage in the face of adversity, and will and determination to continue, to go on. I'll say a prayer for my friend tonight. I hope you are at peace now.
Varj, London, England Mrs Noble, Ivan was a brave and wonderful person. I hope that you are able to manage through the next few years and that your children come to know Ivan through you.
J, Japan
Some of Ivan's legacies will be that his diaries have raised awareness, brought this disease out in the open, and provided motivation to those of us lucky enough to be alive to fight cancer until it is a disease of the past. Science can do this in time; I think Ivan believed that above all. Ivan's spirit lives on in all those many ways. My thoughts are with his family - may they be as strong as he was.
Tom, UK
I was really shocked and upset to read this. I was just clicking away to another window when it caught my eye and I pressed the back button. I almost wish I hadn't. Such a strong guy, and such an inspiration. I felt his pain and his joy for two years, and I miss him already.
Chris Lowry, Epping, Essex
I am so sad to hear about the death of Ivan. His column was a reminder to all of us the brief encounter we have with life and to live it with dignity, pride and love. Ivan you brought compassion and love into your writing and I hope your family and friends will remember you in the fond memories that you would have given them.
Zia, Stratford-upon-Avon
| I am certain that Ivan lives on through his son and his daughter |
I am very sad that Ivan has finally lost his fight. Please accept my deepest sympathies and very best wishes to Ivan's wife, son and daughter. I am not particularly religious, but I am certain that Ivan lives on through his son, his daughter and the love that all his family and friends experienced during his life.
Brian Sentance, London I am on Day 4 of not smoking now as a result of Ivan's last column - your scribblings were worth while after all Ivan.
Nigel Clark, Uxbridge
Since I started reading the diary some years ago, my life has been enriched by Ivan's wisdom and courage. The inspiration he gave was immense. He will be sadly missed. My heartfelt sympathy goes to his family. You are all in my prayers.
Eva, Brussels, Belgium
This is the saddest news I could hear today. It has made me make the decision to turn off my computer at work go home and put my arms around my wife and children and be so thankful for what we have. God Bless You Ivan.
Colin Smith, Whitstable UK
I have followed Ivan's story for a while and my thoughts go to his wife and family. Ivan's story brings back memories for me as my twin sister also died from a brain tumour over a 2 year period when I was 18 years old. I feel deeply for his family.
Andy White, San Diego, USA
| Ivan's diary answered the questions you somehow can't ask, even of someone you know
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Last year a friend was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Reading Ivan's diary gave me an insight in to what someone would go through and answered the questions you somehow can't ask, even of someone you know. Thank you Ivan for giving me this insight, and for sharing your courage, strength and humour. When I'd think 'oh blast, blah is making my life so rotten' I'd read this column and get a dose of perspective!
Julia, Vancouver, Canada I feel absolutely devastated and saddened. Ivan touched so many people with his courage and determination. I would love to have met him and will miss his diary and contact from him so much. I have cried many tears today for a man I had never met but who has touched so many people. I hope he now rests in peace. My thoughts are obviously with his family and friends for such a tragic loss.
Michelle, Chippenham, England
I'll always wish now that I'd posted a word of encouragement, of sympathy, while Ivan was still with us. Now that he's gone, in body but not in spirit, I can only say what a fantastic inspiration his online diary was: I only hope I'm as brave if I'm in the same situation. We'll all miss you, Ivan.
Dan, London, UK
The headline announcing Ivan's death caused me to say, right out loud, "NO!" I weep for this brave man and I hope you will share this with his family: Many of us go through a long life wondering what our purpose is. Ivan realised it sooner than most. He was a champion of technology and the power of the internet to reach across the globe, so much the better to send his legacy. I will miss someone I never knew personally, even though I feel I did. Good night, sweet prince; and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.
Virginia, New Jersey, USA
Oh God what a loss. I can hardly get my head around it. So, so sorry. I feel so sick, like he was my friend. He was my friend, he let me into his world although he couldn't be part of mine. It was a privilege to walk with him through his journey. Brave is an inadequate word - he made dying easier to deal with for me. My mortality does not scare me as much anymore. I have Ivan to thank for that.
Liz Gold Lewis, Topsham, Devon
Before today I had never come across Ivan's diary. I just sat and read, right from the beginning to the end today. The journey was incredible. A good friend has just been diagnosed with cancer and this has changed my view on the illness. My thoughts go out to his family and friends, rest in peace.
Fiona, Guildford
| I am forever changed. God speed Ivan
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Your scribblings have been more than worthwhile Ivan. You have touched so many lives. You have touched mine. I am forever changed. God speed Ivan.
Marie, Berkshire
My Dear Ivan. Your bravery and courage to the end reflect that of my wife, who passed away under similar circumstances. We kept a diary of her suffering and her boundless courage, as well as having a web guestbook where people could pass on their well-wishes to her as well. All in all, it made ME a stronger person, as has watching your strength and determination to the end. Like you, I wrote my wife's last diary page before it happened, as I knew it was the only way I could have done so. Our thoughts go to your wife and children, but know this; THEY will go forward strong and proud as a result of your diaries.
Alistair Hull, Whitehall, Pennsylvania, USA
I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. Please pass on my condolences to Ivan's family. Hopefully they can keep these comments and show his children what a true hero their father was.
Sue, Orlando, FL
It felt like a punch in the gut when I read Ivan has passed. From his column alone he was a personal hero of mine who I think about regularly.
Jacob , Amsterdam, NL
My heart sank when I read the headline today. Ivan was so brave and he never gave up fighting till the end. His courage should be an inspiration to everyone and I'm sure his two children will grow up knowing what an incredible man their daddy was.
Michelle, Glasgow Scotland
Reading these columns over the past couple of years, I always felt there was light at the end of the tunnel for you such was your determination, I'm angry at your passing, but then when I read down the list of those touched by your words, I am surprised and overjoyed by the humanity and feeling you have invoked in so many people. You've shown death to be a slightly less scary proposition and proved there are still many decent people left in our world that care. Cheers dude.
Gareth Adamson, Elgin, Scotland What a sad day. My thoughts go out to Ivan's wife and parents. Ivan made us all think and realise just how lucky we all were and how we must be grateful for everything we had. However, his wife I am sure was the inspiration he needed. When he was scared, when he really did not want to know, it was his wife who listened and helped him through. May God bless you and later when you can think quietly of Ivan then you can realise how much he helped others even though at the time he probably did not help you. His diaries will be a permanent reminder for his children to read later on. Please accept my sincerest sympathy.
Andrea, Southend on Sea, Essex
Ivan, I'm so sorry you've gone. As I sit here with tears streaming down my cheeks, I know I will miss you, as will countless others. You are an inspiration. You have touched our lives. In a world which has lost sight of what really matters, you reminded us of the things that count. That is, courage and friendship and hope and love. Thank you, Ivan. You made a difference and will not be forgotten.
Amber, London
Rest in Peace Ivan, your ability to write about your illness in such a passionate way has affected me, and I am deeply saddened to see that you have died. God Bless and may our prayers go with your wife son and daughter.
Constant Reader, Glasgow
I feel so sad reading about Ivan's death. He was such a brave person to share his illness with us and in so doing helping others. Our deepest sympathy to his wife, little children and his parents. May he rest in peace.
E Kennedy, Galway, Ireland
It was a very sad moment when I heard the inspirational Ivan was not going to be talking to us anymore. He has been so wonderfully open, honest and sincere about his illness and is an inspiration to all. We will remember him forever for what he gave us. Thank you Ivan, and I know your family will feel strong knowing what a wonderful man you have always been.
Claire, Brussels, Belgium Ivan was a truly remarkable man; he has shown many people what dignity humanity can offer. "You can fight death with life," as he said in the Bowen interview.
Richard, Oxford, UK
His family must be feeling so sad but so proud. What a wonderful example to his two children. Thank you Ivan, rest now.
Paula, Springfield, VA, USA
We have just lost a friend with a brain tumour and Ivan's diary has helped us through some really hard times. May You Rest in Peace
Jo, Manchester
| He has made a difference. What courage. What a hero |
Sad, sad news. Ivan's columns were a testament to the human condition. Some days I could hardly bring myself to read them. There but for the grace of God, or fate, or just good fortune, goes I. Ivan's columns have changed his readers and, in this way alone, his experience lives on through them. He has made a difference. What courage. What a hero.
Charles, London
A true journalist. A gift to the BBC, the readers and society in general. My thoughts are with his family for their loss.
Gary Varga, Eccleshall, England
I feel as though I have lost a good friend. Ivan's diaries were truly so full of courage and so inspirational. I will miss very, very much, Ivan.
Eileen Munnelly, Bedfordshire, England
Having read Ivan's diaries since the beginning I was deeply saddened to read Ivan's last column, yet still hoped for another miracle. Sadly it was not to be. What a brave and lovely man, who has given hope and inspiration to many around the world. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Rest in peace, Ivan.
Lou, Midlothian, UK
Ivan's story reminded me of my wife's long fight against a brain tumour. I saw in his writings much of what she did and the overwhelming message - do not give in. My sympathy is with his family, they must use the strength he gave them to live their lives with happy memories. Now I must turn to my own cancer (prostate) that is being beaten back by good medical care and my refusal to sink into the slough of despond.
Tony, Harpenden Hertfordshire UK
I am African student currently studying in Sweden. I come from Nigeria. We have our fair share of pain, wars and disaster, death is ever present with us and sometimes it is just a breath away. In Ivan's diaries I always respected his sense of communication of his present tragedy and his strength of conviction in fighting for everyday as if it was his last, against all odds. A lot of HIV patients in Africa know what this is all about! I salute his courage and I celebrate his life for what it stood for!
Felix Esechie, Borl�nge, Sweden I am so sorry. I read his last posting only last week. He is a brave man. His family must devastated but extremely proud.
Stephen Cook, Borehamwood, England
As with John Diamond, the biggest gift that Ivan gave was knowledge and a better understanding. Prior to these two brave men I don't think people were prepared to speak about daily life with Cancer. I wish his family all the best.
Sandie, Hereford
I'm reading this news with a deep sense of sadness. Having read Ivan's last diary entry last week I knew this was coming but it doesn't make it any easier. I think I speak for many who have read his column over the years in saying that today we have lost a dear friend. My thoughts are with your family Ivan, may you rest in peace.
Jennifer, UK
Good bye Ivan, your courage and determination in fighting for life is now an example for me to follow - I'll always remember you as "Ivan The Great". Thank you for making me fully conscious of the gift of life.
P De Luca, Piacenza, Italy
Ivan was an incredibly brave man who clearly brought a lot of comfort to a lot of people. He will be sorely missed.
Andy Upperton, Waterlooville, UK
It is difficult to know what to say at times like this. Like many I have been reading Ivan's column and willing him on in fighting his battle and sharing his rollercoaster of emotions. Like many others, somehow I feel I have lost a friend. Rest in peace Ivan and may your loved ones be granted the strength to cope with your painful loss.
Steve Jones, Leeds
This is very sad news, Ivan represented everything that is right and good. His strength and courage throughout his illness was inspiring. My deepest condolences to his young family
Dave, UK
I have been reading Ivan's columns for over a year now and they have always left me inspired and humbled. He attitude was one of purposefulness and not defeat and the news of his death has left me deeply saddened. I wish all God's love to his family and I want to thank him for his words and his courage. God bless
Marie-Louise Smith, UK
| Thank you Ivan for sharing your life with us and enriching our lives |
Whenever I read about Ivan it always made me realise how precious life is and how we should live it to the full and overcome any obstacles or fears. My thoughts are with his wife and young family who can always be immensely proud of the admiration, love and respect he has gained from countless thousands who have followed his story closely. Thank you Ivan for sharing your life with us and enriching our lives with your outstanding courage.
Lee Coombs, Bicester UK
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