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  1. 08-18-2011, 2:57 AM #1
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    Prayers and good thoughts needed!

    I haven't been here much lately and most likely won't be around too much in the near future. My dad, we got the final diagnosis today, has stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He and mom, and me too, will appreciate your prayers and good thoughts. He is 91 and his mind is sharp. He had to quit work in '80 because of blindness. He still has his sense of humor. That's all on the good side for him. He is too ill to go home they say and I believe it. Looking at hospice/nursing home options tomorrow.

    LOML had carpel tunnel surgery last Friday to add to the mix. Nothing but an inconvenience compared to dad's problems.

    Dad was pleased when I told him I have a great group of friends that I have never met that would be pulling for him. He has a nickname he picked up in grammar school--the teacher asked him if he was related to Casey Jones, the engineer. Dad said I don't know, but I'll ask mom tonight. Friends have called him Casey ever since.
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    I'll be praying Ron. Tough disease. I lost an aunt to it last summer, she was 55. Hospice will be a tremendous help and a comfort.

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    Ron,

    I am sorry to hear about your father. You are all in my prayers.

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    My thoughts and prayers go out to your Dad and your family Ron!
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    Ron, Prayers sent, best wishes to your dad and a speedy recovery for your wife.
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    Thoughts and prayers for your Dad and your family.
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    Thoughts and prayers. He sounds like a great guy. Best wishes!
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    I was once told by a minister that "you need the prayers and I need the practice" Well its time to practice. God Bless all of you. Go get em Casey!
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    Prayers sent Ron. Be strong for your father.
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    Your father and your family will be in my prayers.
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    Good thoughts and wishes to you and your family
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    Tell Casey, your group of friends are all praying for him....and for you, to find strength to deal with the future
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    Ron,

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
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    Thanks everyone. Dad went to hospice today. He is not in pain--what a blessing!
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    Ron May the grace and comfort of our Lord and Savior be with Casey and the rest of you, When things seem to be the darkest He is the closest just reach to Him for your strength and wisdom during this difficult time.
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