Posted on 08/13/2006 9:05:49 PM PDT by TheMom
In early May of this year, our dear friend Flyer was diagnosed with a brain tumor and lung cancer. The docs told him the tumor was not curable, but treatable. His understanding of the lung cancer was that it was minor (if there is such a thing).
Several weeks ago Flyer finished radiation. Tuesday was his first chemo treatment. Friday he was feeling bad, but did not want to go to the hospital. His brother finally called an ambulance Saturday morning to take him to the ER.
A few minutes ago Eaker, myself and Roger (Flyers brother) returned from the hospital. The news is not good.
The lung cancer has spread rapidly. Flyer only has use of one lung. He is on constant oxygen, and his breathing is still labored. Because of the cancer and tumor his immune system cannot keep up, now he has a major infection in his left leg. They are giving him antibiotics thru an IV
The doctors told the three of us that Flyer does not want any heroic measured taken. Right now his care instructions are to keep him hydrated and comfortable.
For those wondering why a prayer thread was not started earlier, it is because Flyer did not want one ~ several friends asked if they could start one, and he said no there are others who need prayers more that I.
It truly breaks my heart to type the following words, our good friend and a wonderful man will soon die. I am asking you to please pray for Flyers comfort.
My prayers are with him.
At least God will understand my thoughts, even if I can't express them.
DAMN! I miss ya pal!
I was thinking the same exact thing.
My prayers are with Flyer, as well as his family and
friends.
Wow. God's peace, comfort, and strength be with you, Flyer.
This is the first I've heard of this, Flyer, and I'm in shock. God bless you and keep you in the coming days.
Words fail me. Bad stuff happens to good people, yet it seems so wrong. May you be as comfortable as possible secure in the knowledge that we'll see you on the other side. I am in tears. Be strong, my friend.
Prayer Ping for a Fellow Texas FReeper.
Prayers to the Father...
Prayers for Flyer...
Prayers in Jesus name...
Dear Father,
I ask for the miraculous for Flyer. Your son was held high on that cross for his sake. Care for him and keep him. Yes heal him in Jesus name.
Prayers sent!
Dear Lord in Heaven, I lift Flyer up to You and pray that You make Your presence known to him. I ask for healing, if it be Your will. Comfort him as well as his family and friends. Guide the doctors who are treating him. Father, I also pray that he holds You close to his heart and that one day his eternal home will be with You in heaven. In Jesus name I pray. Amen
My prayers are with Flyer. May God grant him peace.
Texastoo
I'm going to print this thread for him and take it to him this afternoon.
Prayers sent for Flyer and his family.
Thank you.
Flyer, you'll always be our first FReeper friend. You greeted us before anyone else did at a Support the Troops Rally years ago. Haven't forgotten you, nor will we.
Many prayers coming your way. We're with you in spirit, kind man. We're with you.
RFF and David
I am saddened by the news and will pray for him. This is especially sad because it was only back in May that we were all together having a great time. Please remember me to Flyer and send him my best wishes.
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