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 doc’s 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 (Flyer’s 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 Flyer’s comfort.
He is a a great guy..
I had alot of fun with him at the BBQ...
Ms.B
Thank you for updating .. prayers for Flyer, embarking on a new adventure. Go with the angels, good man, where goodness abounds.
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Prayers continue.
Its really sad...Hard to get through the rest of the day with that news...
He'll like that.
Thanks, brother.
May the Lord be with you.
God bless amd keep you, Flyer.
Prayers for his comfort.
Prayers that he be free of fear.
Prayers that the Lord will make his journey swift and sure.
Prayers that Jim's guardian angel will guide him up on the wings of all the angels in heaven. That he will soar!
Prayers that Doug and El Roy will be happily awaiting him.
Prayers that all his "babies" will be in heaven to lick his tear-stained face with joy.
I miss you already, dear FRiend.
Flyer, you will be leaving a huge hole when you fly away and touch the face of God.
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Such sad news. We are so sorry and our prayers for comfort and peace seem even more appropriate now.
He's got 2 buds above watching over him.... TC & Dix will help him make the journey when it's time. Looks like there will be a happy reuion with these 3 dear sweet men.
Our prayers for Flyer and his friends continue.
"TT", Beth & Nana
Sending prayers
Damn!
Many prayers here!
Is Flyer at M.D. Anderson?
Ben Taub Hospital
Thank you.
Tell him that I haven't given up on a miracle but if the Lord is calling and he must go, we understand and will meet up with him on the other side someday.
He is fortunate to have the love and comfort of friends like you. Continued prayers.
May God give you rest, peace and joy Flyer.
Thanks for posting. Flyer and his loved ones are in my prayers.
Screw work.
I'm going over there now.
Me and Mrs. Iamright also keeping you in our prayers.
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