This is an e-mail I received about the condition of Brother: Don DeVane, 1964 (Stags President)

Hello All,

I'm not sure if I'm overstepping my boundaries here but I know, as friends of Don & Irene's, you would want an update on his condition. As many of you know, I've worked for Donald for 20 years now and he is like a second father to me. The decline of his health over the past few years has been a struggle to see but the past 4 months it seems to have really declined at a rapid pace.

Don has had some temporary, but brief, relief from a new medication, given in shot form. It's a fairly new drug that is supposed to work to combine and make all of his meds work at optimum efficiency....it can give up to 3 hours relief at a time. If working properly, he could administer the shot up to 5 times per day. So far Don has been on the shots 3 days and it does provide some relief from the tremors but it doesn't appear to be working for more than 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Don has an appointment with the Mayo Clinic on August 31st to determine whether or not he is a candidate for the brain surgery for Parkinson's patients. My hopes and prayers are that this is the answer that will provide some years of normalcy for Don.

I've had a lot of people ask what they can do and to tell you the truth, it's just so helpful for Don and Irene to know that you care and are thinking about them, as you can imagine, they feel very alone. They aren't always available by telephone because he has to rest throughout the day, but I know that it would mean so much for you to drop them a card and let them know you are thinking about them. Their home address is 532 Holt Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789. Irene has become his caregiver 24/7 and it's really taking it's toll. She's not able to rest through the night, as he wakes her up all night asking for back rubs or just because he gets a little panicky. I'm working with local friends to try to make sure people are delivering meals and just offering to sit with Donald so that she can get out and have a little break but I'm open to suggestions and ideas from you guys as well.

If you need to reach me, please call my cell phone at 407-832-2534. If you need any clarification, you can e-mail me at nbarry.vrsrealty@earthlink.net.

Thanks for your kindness,

NiCole Barry

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 08/16/2006 12:00:35

Some of you know Jeff - he was in Stags 4 years after I was. He had a very bad car accident as a passenger on the way to a tradeshow from Atlanta to Florida last February (He lives in Snellville GA - ended up with a Broken hip, shoulder)... lucky to be alive - and was fully recovered as best possible till now.

Last week he learned (and called me) from one of the examining physicians that he has a terminal cancer (This obviously was a huge surprise. - prostate related).

He is in Snellville at his home awaiting treatment regimen etc and I thought I would post this for anyone who wants to contact him to cheer him up at JMYERO@YAHOO.COM

There is no prognosis regarding the time they say he supposedly has left. Just for info, my sister who was 4 years older than me died of cancer in 1968 when she was 24 just before I went to Vietnam. My Mom just died of cancer last year - the good news is my Mom lived with her cancer for 30 years.

My Mom lived with Jeff for several years before she died last year and hopefully the strength my Mom had for those many years will show through in Jeff ... he will fight a long and gallant struggle.

Love,
Brother Tim Yero
timy213@netzero.net

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 08/16/2006 07:27:37

not one , but two BROTHERS in need. please let them know you remember them and care about them....Both good Brothers , different times , but all the same....take the time,send a card , e-mail whatever it takes ...just do it....Don and Jeff.... my prayers are with you and your families....Irene, always thinking of you....

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 08/26/2006 04:21:06

I received an e-mail about Brother: Jack Wiley 1951. Jack had to undergo emergency surgery for an acute blockage of his intestines last week. Unfortunately they found a malignant tumor and he will be undergoing chemotherapy. Please keep Jack in your thoughts! If you would like to reach Jack, here is his information.

Jack Wiley 1951
585 Monmouth Court
Marietta, GA, 30060
(770) 422-0423
jackpwiley@hotmail.com

Jim

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 09/09/2006 08:07:05

Just a quick update on Sue Nelson. Sue and Bob got some good news yesterday. All her blood work came out so positive (good) that she is off her treatment program. This is the best news the Nelson's could ever recieve. Keep the cards coming. Herb

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/05/2007 06:05:20

Yesterday Herb drove up to Lake Suzy with a 9 pound prime rib and mashed potatoes and ceasar salad with special dressing by Lu and we took it over to Brother Ernie Knighton and wife Jackie. Ernie still fighting cancer. In a surprise preplanned move I got 5 of his Brothers/Sister on the line....Ken West, Harry McCabe, Paul Murphy, Kraut and Ricky Acker for some good ole BS about the old days. Billy Adams called while we were eating and added his two cents (as always)Just kidding Billy!!!!!!!!!!!!

We all enjoyed the meal and fellowship. Ernie had a smile on his face which made Herb and my day.

Terry G. 56

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/25/2007 08:49:26

By Marie Pogue

Is their any news on Don DeVane and his trip to the Mayo Clinic last Aug???

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/27/2007 11:25:40

Marie, Gonzalo was with The Donald about 3 weeks ago in Orlando....call Gonzalo at 305-877-3531 love Gastonnnnnnnnnnnnn

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/28/2007 08:24:43

By scopetta/gaston/garcia 68

geat work you guys!!! great work!!!! Iwill keep you in my prayers, God Bless you,

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 05/03/2007 09:03:52

If you have time, drop Jim Bozek a note. Jim had knee surgery yesterday.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 05/04/2007 07:03:30

Good luck Billy. Try not to piss the Doctor off.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 05/04/2007 03:43:58

By adams

TO LATE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/02/2007 08:30:21

For those of you who have not heard and those that have...here is an update....I'm leaving in the morning for Baltimore to visit Chief of Urology at Johns Hopkins Hospital on Tuesday. I have visited Mark Soloway Chief at U of Miami/Jackson who said he couldn;t fix my bladder as the muscle has just been used up due to the vast consumption of fluids. With the prostate cancer it is an aggressive type Gleason 8 and something has to be done shortly....For you younger guys and those not yet affected by prostate cancer the hardest part is deceiding which treatement to take. It's making a decision of two evils...downsides to all treatments.

Put me in your prayers as I want to be around a long time so that I can continue to bust ass.

Terry 56

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/02/2007 07:18:18

By Gaston Ruiz ( 1968)

Terry, I called you tonight , wish the best to you and by the way I lit up enough candels in church for you today, that the Monsignor told me to get a fire -extinguisher , just in case the Church burned down from all the candels...good luck to you and I expect you to be around for a long time, it would never be the same without you ,,,,OO-OOO Gastonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/02/2007 08:33:52

Hey Terry, our prayers are with you if you need anything I'm not to far from where you are going please call me. 202-366-6613
or Home 703-444-9595.

God Bless You,

Ivan

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/02/2007 08:39:50

Hey Terry I just called you check your messages
God bless you.

Cheers,

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/03/2007 07:31:24

Terry, I wish you the best and my prayers are with you on a speedy recovery.

God Bless
David

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/03/2007 08:00:04

Terry:
Fight it and win like you always have.
We are all here to help you ... you are not alone.

Love, Tim TDT65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/03/2007 11:24:53

Dear Terry:
You have been in my prayers since I first heard of your ilness.Did you get my earlier e-mail, concerning the cancer center here at Shands Hospital? It is one of the best in the U.S. and we have Dr's from all over the world. The building is only a year old and is devoted to only cancer patients, and is an enormous facility. I know you have done much searching and have chosen the best plan for you but still give this some consideration. I am thankful you have Dawn beside you, as she will be with you the entire time with her love and caring and that means so much. I have the faith that you will conquer this just as you conquered the drinking problem and really came out a winner. You are a strong individual and cancer is not a death sentence any more. I have a niece going through something very similar and she is coming along very well. Know that I love you and so do all the people on this site, and we will be pulling for your recovery. I am a long way from you, but my home is always open for you and Dawn. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. You are on the prayer list at my Church and we Baptist have a direct line to the big man.
God loves you and will be with you all the way.
sa

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/03/2007 12:15:23

Terry:
Just a short after thought. If by any chance you decide to think about coming to Shands, You could have my condo and I would go and stay with one of my children. You have seen it, nothing glamorous, but it is home and is comfortable. It would be yours as long as you needed. sa

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/03/2007 07:09:10

By Gaston Ruiz ( 1968)

Its so great to have these friends and family...I 'm overwhelmed with the love and affection that is brought out to our STAGS family in a time of need... Terry , we are all pulling for you and we sure want to have you around for a long time.....SUPERMAN YOU ARE THE MAN......don't let us doing......if you acn't do it nobody can.....By the way we Catholics also have a way to get to the Lord.....and he will listen.....Gastonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/05/2007 11:28:20

By Carlos Villalta

Terry, with all of us praying and pulling for you, there is nothing you can't overcome.
Get well soon big brother.

God bless,
Carlos Villalta

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/06/2007 03:24:10

Everyone:

As I was reading the posts on this site concerning whats going on with me tears came to my eyes with the outpouring of love. Yes, Superman does cry.

What's going on...and I want the younger brothers to take heed and learn from my lessons. As mentioned about two weeks ago I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Mind you I've been told by several urologist including Mayo Clinic etc over the years that everything is OK. My PSA was always in the 2 area then it went directly to 11 and then 12 then 15. Had a biopsy ( had a biopsy in 2005 but it wasnt extensive= no cancer)) and it was a Gleason 8 (very aggressive)...Dawn and I did extensive research pro's and con's of radiation or surgery. Visited with Mark Soloway Chief at U of Miami Medical...he said take action quickly...I just got back from Johns Hopkins in Baltimore and the Chief of Urology said my case was a no brainer...the prostate has to come out now and the cancer has spread to the nerves even though CT scan and Bone scan says no as they dont show the microscopic little tentacles that he could see in the slides. I'm going back to Baltimore on the 19th and surgery on 21st. This next week all my time will be spent with local doctors doing pre op type things stress tests. There are alot of fancy treatments out there but my doctor thought it best to take it out. Guys if your PSA goes from a 1 to a 2 that is a 100% increase...if you have any questions just ask

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/07/2007 09:45:58

Terry: I am so sorry I missed your call yesterday. Please give us an address where we can write to you while you are in Baltimore. love you, sa

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/07/2007 02:51:22

Terry:
Your advice is excellent advice to anyone. My brother Jeff (Stags 70) was clear and skipped a year of test. Later last year he had a count of over 1000 (Yes, over 1000!)... since then he has had every therapy available for stage 4 and is holding steady in to 300's. Although his count fluctuates and the therapies used run out of their helpfulness from time to time, having decreased by 2/3 from what they started with is a good result. A count in the 300's is obviously bad news but he is holding his own and in good spirits.

We all have a long way to go and lets keep it that way!

Tim TDT65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/17/2007 08:56:30

By Injay

Terry,
Good luck with your surgery on Wednesday. We are all prayer for you and hoping for the best.
I know you won't be up to much till later in the week but keep us posted on your progress and we're pulling for you.

Injay

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/17/2007 08:59:30

Injay thanks leaving Wednes surgery Friday

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/17/2007 11:31:18

Terry, wishing a speedy recovery and best wishes for a Happy Holiday.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/21/2007 12:31:11

I just got a call from Terry's Dawn. The operation went well and there were no complications. The Pathology reports will be out in a week. The operation went so well that they may release Terry tomorrow afternoon.
Dawn will be seeing him within the next half hour. If I get more information I will post it here.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/21/2007 06:03:06

I talked again with Dawn and Terry is out of recovery and is in his room. I spoke to Terry for a moment and he sounded good. Still very weak but still the same sense of humor. Dawn has her cumputer with her and will update everyone tommorrow.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/21/2007 09:22:51

Terry and Dawn , prayers are very important, not all come true..... But ,if once in a while one does become true, we have to believe , that prayers are answered ....and in your case ,I'm sure our prayers were heard..... Hurry up and get well soon......you are special....Love you both........Gastonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/22/2007 06:53:37

Pray for God's WILL to be done. They are always answered, just not the way we might expect or want them to be :>)} Jerry '65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 12/23/2007 02:27:48

25 days ago, I was notified I had cancer, but didn't even have a competent doctor. Within those 25 days, I was able to have surgery by one of the top surgeons in the world, who specifically requested a 30 year veteran to be the anesthesiologist. After leaving recovery and getting to my room, my spirits were lifted when I saw the beautiful boquet of purple & white flowers. I would like to thank each adn every one of you for your prayers. As most of you know, I live life one step at a time, and so far, the steps have been good. Guys, keep on top of your PSA numbers and make sure you have a good doctor.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/21/2008 08:54:47

By sick call thread

can any confirm that Ajar is back in the hospital? I tried his lauderdale number and its disconnected.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/22/2008 07:12:24

By Paul

Can you give us more information. I think he moved from Florida to Nevada.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/24/2008 08:08:41

By Caleb Estes

Check the Stags brothers list on the left, he lives in Las Vegas.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/24/2008 08:49:01

By Bear

I think Herb Stebbins has all the info on Bobby........

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/30/2008 07:19:41

Guy's....brother Ernie Knighton who has been fighting prostate cancer for a long time is in the hospital again...He would like to hear from those that have met him....he was my running buddy at CGHS and a tougher TDT is hard to find he coached Herbie at the Youth Center...call him, but not mid day, and try to lighten his day...for those that know me know how I try to lighten a guys day...a few good off color memory's....941 475 6571 Room 155 Bed 2

Thanks

Terry

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/30/2008 07:27:47

Terry, what would be a good time to call him....and were is he at??????????

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/30/2008 07:31:51

call now he is in englewood hospital cancer has spread...but lighten him up...ie tell him Terry is coming up to kick his ass but has to stop at diaper changing station first.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/30/2008 08:12:42

Terry, I have been trying to call Ernie since my last post and the lady at the Hospital after my last 10 tries said , sir call back later ....this guy must be really popular or his phone is off the hook............

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/30/2008 08:50:55

Terry,spoke to Brother Ernie finally....He said you are so full of S...and you couldn't beat the crap out of a paper bag.....Ernie it was really great having the chance to speak to you .you are special to all of us (late 60'sBrothers)we love you and expect you to do well...as I mentioned to you ,we are here for you and your family if you need us.....and I'll think about what you said about my money to be donated to a good charity.....love you and thank you again for being part of the foundation that gave us the opportunity to be associated with Stags...after all you were a BIG part of us younger guys involvement from the hood to become a member of this GREAT BROTHERHOOD.......

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/30/2008 08:52:22

Terry, what would be a good time to call him....and were is he at??????????

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 01/30/2008 10:10:41

Thanks guys...several guys called Ernie and I've had feedback that they enjoyed it as much as Ernie. I check with him twice a day and will keep all you guys posted....i agree as my wet paper diapers do hinder my kung fu back leg extension kick to the cohonnes (spelling).

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 02/28/2008 12:59:20

Sad news about Brother Don DeVane 1964.

Some of you may not have been aware that Don's condition has worsened to the point that he sometimes needs help with basic day-to-day activities. He has taken quite a few tumbles out of the bed at night and it is very hard for Irene to get him back up once he's down. Because of this situation, Don will be moving into an Assisted Living Facility tomorrow. For future reference, I'm referring to it as "The Oaks" or "Don's Clubhouse"

His new address will be:

Alabama Oaks,1759 Alabama Drive, Winter Park, FL 32789

I don't know what his direct phone # will be but the main number of the place is 407-622-5076.

You can look up the place online: www.alabamaoaks.com

We spent a lot of time looking at places and I have to say, this one was certainly the best. It looks like a bed and breakfast and I really liked the people that work there. Don is able to have visitors any time.....you can just pop in, no appointments are ever needed. Now, THIS IS WHERE YOU CAN REALLY HELP: As you can imagine, Don is bummed that he's going to be "fenced in" and can't leave without someone signing him out. It's really important that everyone take turns popping over and signing him out for dinner, lunch or even just a walk around the neighborhood. It's a very beautiful setting and neighborhood, so even a walk around the block would be of great help. There is a large front porch in front of the place and Don can hang out there with his buddies all he wants.

It is also important that you remember to drop him a card or letter as often as possible.

I know that this e-mail list is just the tip of the iceberg so I need your help getting the word out about this....please review the addresses above and pass it along to anyone that I've missed.

I'll have more updates shortly and I know that Bob Morris is putting something together also....I just wanted to get this word out so you can start planning your trips to visit him.

I know I don't have to tell you that if the roles were reversed, you know that Don would be the first person visiting you at the new place.

As always, thanks for your love and friendship to Don.....it means the world to him.

NiCole

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 02/28/2008 01:13:00

If you want to speak to NiCole Barry directly go to Jim Kavney's post on 8/15/2006 on this thread. You will find her phone number along with her email address. She enjoys talking to us.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 02/28/2008 02:32:52

Thanks Herb...phone number for her is OK got her voice mail...e mail isn't good....I called the Oaks and he doesnt check in till tomorrow...who are the brothers in the Orlando area?

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 02/28/2008 07:50:11

By Gaston Ruiz(1968)

Who is the "DON" ???????, for you all that did not know the "DON"...... If you were to look up in he websters dictionary, the words BROTHER ,FRIEND, you would find DON'S picture next to it.....Don was and is what we wished we could be our in life....He was the one that made our hood special, someone who always was positive about everything and anything......he gave several dozen of us BROTHERS the want to be a part of STAGS....a very good friend to my Brother Gonzalo and cousin Joe as we arrived in this country back in 1959.....he was a BIG part of the mid 60's brothers and a major part of the class of 68 class .....I remember the boxing days in the back yard of his house ...I'm sure that there is so many memoral times thanks to him , that it would take me forever to write what he means to us all, even if you never had the opportunity to have met him, you wished you had....His wife Irene and I go back to the Jr High days and she too will tell you what a great man he is ....Don, I wish you well and thank you for being a part of our lives and my life .....Stags love to you and your family......

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 02/28/2008 08:02:17

Thanks Gaston ! I echo your sentiments. He is a GREAT STAG and a wonderful human being. He does not do computers, as he told me. So cards and letters would be WONDERFUL. If you can get to the Orlando area, go see him. It would mean a bunch, I am sure.

Jerry '65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 02/28/2008 09:04:23

By Gaston Ruiz(1968)

Jerry, spoke to Gonzalo tonight as soon as I saw the post on Don, He was on his way to UF for a speach, he will be seeing the Don on his way back home....We will find time for the Don"CORLIONI" De Vane.......

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/04/2008 02:32:11

I was just contacted that Jim Kavney is in South Miami Hospital. I spoke to Jim and he sounds good. I gather that the procedure he is having done is not life threatening.
If you want to contact Jim you can call his phone number at home and this will transfer to his Cell. Anne has his Cell. Also if that should not work you can call South Miami Hospital at 786-662-4000. He is in Surgical ICU number 7.
If you are planning to go by the hospital it might be better to call first.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/04/2008 03:18:17

the correct location at the hospital is CCU #7 but I think going thru Ann is the best. Jim is having something similar to an angiogram, but it recreates the fast heart beating that occurred over 150 beats per minute.

Terry

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/04/2008 07:05:48

I just talked to Jim (dont call yet as groggy) the tests were unable to determine the problem as the area was in the back of the heart...he will go on meds for the correction...dont take this as fact as I said he was groggy talking to me.

Terry

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/05/2008 07:15:34

Jim, wishing you a speedy recovery and hoping alll goes well. My prayers are with you during this time.

David

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/05/2008 06:15:11

By Gaston Ruiz(1968)

Just spoke to Jim, things are OK, hopefully he will be going home tomorrow......Glad you are ok ...we need you around.....I guess prayers do work......

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/06/2008 06:24:52

Spoke to Jim just now. Sounds like he wants outta there ! Sounds strong. Those places will string you along for $ ever !!

Jerry '65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/07/2008 07:09:39

Way to go Jim! Enough time spent in the hospital for you... It's great to know you are back on your feet.
Tim TDT65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/08/2008 01:46:37

I'm home got there around 3:30 Friday afternoon. I want to Thank You'll for the well wishes and the calls. I when for a routine stress test Monday in Miami, I did very good on the test, after the test; they inject the dye and put me under the camera. I had about a minute to go when the tech got concerned and call the doctor over to look at the monitor. The doctor called another doctor to take a look. I'm wondering what the hell they're looking at? Well, my heart rate was up to 169 bets per minute. They were a little concerned, but I didn't feel a thing, nothing was wrong as far as I was concerned. Next thing I know I was in a wheelchair heading across the street to the emergence room.. To make a long story short, I had an electrical problem with my heart. They stabilized me a Jackson South and the next day they took me the South Miami Hospital. They did a catheterization but because the problem was in the back of my heart they couldn't cure it by scaring it. The fact that I have open heart surgery 10 years ago closed that option, so it med's and I should be OK. Quit an experience, remember if your heart starts racing get it check out quick. It could save your life.

Thanks again!! !!!

Jim

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/08/2008 03:04:29

Jim:

Thread mill hell...Ann told me it was her that got your heart pumping so fast...glad your back

Terrence

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/18/2008 05:38:54

Guys.....several of you have asked for an update on my cancer situation. Just got the results from my first PSA since surgery and not good. My PSA was 7.1 and I've yet to hear from Johns Hopkins as to next step.

Terry

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/18/2008 10:04:48

Terry, Take care and trust. Things will happen as they should. I am thinking about you and Dawn and praying for your serenity.

Jerry '65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/19/2008 02:54:51

Thanks Jerry as you see i'm up fighting

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/19/2008 07:10:36

The power of positive thoughts is the key to your successful battle - and I know you are very powerful in this regard.

Being strong has always been your strength and I know you will persist. Have fun and go about your life with the gusto you have always pursued and you will be just fine - I have no doubt your illness will have little chance of doing anything other than getting in your planned ways and pissing you off / keep it up and think positive.
Love Tim TDT65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 03/19/2008 07:10:47

Terry, wishing you well and my thoughts and prayers will be with you during this recovery period.

David

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/03/2008 06:43:20

By a friend

You all , keep picking on Guston...he is not doing well with his health....he was a good friend to me and I wish you guys would care about him.....he will keeup as nothing is happening...........

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/04/2008 04:23:51

Friend:
No one picks on Gaston or any other Stags Brother.
Our 'discussions' on this web site are purely gab that we all understand as Brotherly love... Gaston and every other Stag knows we are all beside them 100% in good and bad times. What we know about any Brother is only what they choose to share, otherwise, it is not any of our business. We respect and would not question anyones desire for privacy.

Tim TDT65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/06/2008 01:10:55

There comes a time when I really don't want to post on this particular site. If one were look at my posts on Memories of the 50's...most of those times were spent with my brother and friend Ernie Knighton. As those who read this site know Ernie has been suffering with prostate cancer returning after several years of being OK and having it removed approx 10 years ago. Ernie called me last Monday to tell me Hospice was coming to see him on Tuesday. I went over to see him on Wednesday and Hospice was there doing their job of making him feel comfortable.

Ernie would like to hear from the brotherhood

His phone number is 941 697 7720 you can look on this site for his address it's spelled Marsh not March

Terry

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/07/2008 11:13:23

Hello to all, just a note to have my wife and my family in your prayers, for a good outcome with my wife's operation. She will be at Reston Hospital Center 1850 Town Center Parkway
Reston, VA 20191 Tel: 703-689-9000 I know she would enjoy hearing from any one she has a special place in her heart for all my Stags brothers and sisters. If you call it would be best on Wednesday. I know this will keep her spirits high and would make her very happy.

God Bless all you .... Cheers,

Ivan

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/07/2008 11:15:29

Sorry her operation will take place on Tuesday april 07 at 12:30P.

Cheers, Ivan

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/08/2008 04:24:38

I just got off the phone with Ivan. He said that Zaida came through the operation with flying colors.
She doesn't have a room assigned to her yet but when she does I will post it here.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/08/2008 05:26:33

Just spoke to Ivan again. Zaida is in room 451. If you were planing on calling, Ivan said the best time to call would be some time tomorrow afternoon.

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/10/2008 10:25:14

To all the brothers thank you very much for the lovely Purple and White flowers that were sent of behalf of the brotherhood. My wife wishes to thank all of you for this wonderful gesture and for your well wishes. I'm glad to still have this longlasting friendship.

You are all special thanks, Zaida

Cheers, Ivan

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/10/2008 10:32:33

On behalf of my wife a special thanks to
Herb and Lucy Stebbins, Billy and Vicky Adams,
Terry and Dawn Grant, Timmy Yero, Pat Sullivan.

~ FRIENDS ~

As we walk our path of life,
We meet people everyday.
Most are simply met by chance.
But, some are sent our way.

These become special friends
Whose bond we can't explain;
The ones who understand us
And share our joy and pain.

Their love contains no boundaries.
So, even we are apart.
Their presence enhances us
With a warmth felt in the heart.

This love becomes a passageway,
When even the miles disappear.
And so, these friends, God sends our way,
Remain forever near.

This I dedicate to all the above mentioned.

Always Zaida R. Lopez

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/12/2008 10:46:59

Ziada & Ivan...Dawn isn't a Grant she's a Ciliberto ...Italian name but a Mick in real life..nice talking to you guys...hope Ivan didnt say too much about my antibiotics

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/14/2008 03:58:32

Billy Adams is FINALLY having his knee and foot surgery Tuesday April 15th a.m.... he will accept some phone calls later on Wednesday and Thursday -he is hoping to get out of the hospital on Saturday.

The procedure will be done at the
Martin Memorial Hospital
772 223-2300
if you'd like to call him then.

Tim TDT65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/15/2008 10:28:28

Dear All: Today is Terry Grant's 70 birthday and he will be spending it at John Hopkins, trying to decide what the next step will be. Send him a Happy Birthday e-mail.

Billy, I wish you well with your surgery today. This time next week you will feel much better. I need to make a decision to have my knees (both) replaced, so you will be my informer of the procedure. Good Luck, and both of you special guys will be in my prayers. Love to all. sa

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/16/2008 06:21:41

Just spoke to Billy...he's doing OK with the knee but has a fever. Was sipping on some beef broth (without vodka which would have been a bullshot if you added a little Worcestershire sauce). Already using his knee and the way he sounds ready for the Doozie

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/17/2008 10:34:11

Terry: Did you go to John Hopkins on your birthday, and if so,what was their decision in treatments for you? sa

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/18/2008 12:19:01

Terry, hope all is well with you and a Happy belated Birthday.

Spoke with Billy and he is doing fine.

David

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/20/2008 05:31:06

Sylvia: I feel Hopkins dropped the ball. I've started hormone therapy and will start in a few weeks radiation therapy (10) weeks (5 days a week) at Dattoli Cancer Center in Sarasota. Going to me a tough row to hoe but I.m strong

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/24/2008 08:06:53

By Pam (Drake 1971) & John Holmes

Terry and Billy Bear, its really good to talk to both of you,,,,hope all works out for you BOTH.....41 degrees tonight...tomorrow Golf , and more golf....see you all at the dOOZIE....

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/26/2008 06:19:48

Terry, You are in our Prayers along with all the Stags guys and girls. Prayers saved my life in 1970, along with a great group of the Stags guys. We all had a lot more party-ing and work to do. So we will see you at the next party....Gods Blessings Love Pam & John Holmes

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 04/27/2008 04:45:16

By Billy

All you guys need to know how much joy and love you brought to the hospital, with the phone calls, cards, flowers, balloons and stuffed bears that you sent me ....It was absolutely wonderful......When we got ready to leave Miss Vicki Went from room to room handing out the flowers, balloons and stuffed bears to people that didn't receive anything while they were in the hospital......and... thanks to you guys my heart was filled with joy and you brought so much happiness to so many strangers.

I love you and thank you all ....God bless you.

Billy

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 05/29/2008 08:07:24

By Tim Yero & Herb Stebbins

This is to let everyone know that Ivan's wife, Zaida - lost her Father this week. Zaida has recently been in the hospital for some serious procedures herself, and this loss has hit her very hard - she was very close to her Father.

The funeral was in California and Ivan and his family will be returning back home from the funeral later tonight.

Should any of you wish to express your condolences to Zaida and Ivan... his address/phone and email is listed on the Stags Brothers thread.

We all express our deepest sympathy to the Lopez Family in this time of loss.

God Bless

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 05/29/2008 07:45:17

By Gaston Ruiz ( 1968 )

I just got back from the Hospital, My son had a double Hernia operation and is doing fine ...I want to thank those Brothers that knew about it for their calls....By the way I told my son that next year for Holloween he should go as a street map ....between his spleen operation and the two hernias , he could paint the lines and be like a map....Our only concern right now is infection ,,,,,the next 2-4 days are very important....

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 05/30/2008 08:01:35

Gastonnn junior is pretty young for hernia stuff...what going on...yes infection is all over the hospitals...i got MRSR at johns hopkins

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 05/30/2008 08:24:26

Gaston:
I did not know your son had the operation but I am glad he will be o.k.

He told me at the BBQ how you used to make him try and lift 25' trees when he was 4... without a forklift.. he said you used to say "lift that tree boy! Bleed purple! Be a Stag like your Pops,,, when I was 4 I could lift one in each hand!"...

Now he paid the price, and I seriously hope you learned your lesson and he can now use the forklift!

I myself have recently almost had several hernias from laughing at Jeronimo posts on the golf thread...

God Bless,
Love Tim TDT65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 06/02/2008 07:55:59

By marie pogue

Gaston, I am glad to know your son is ok, I think about you and your family often. I also wanted to let you know that I am in contact with Judy DeVane and she is keeping me updated on Donald

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 06/03/2008 06:46:57

Gaston, glad to hear your son is doing fine. If you need anything please feel free to call.

David

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 06/03/2008 04:08:32

By Billy/Vicki

Gaston

Glad to hear your son is doing good........I just found out about him a few minutes ago from Jerry.....He's a Ruiz, so he will come out of this even stronger. A fighter like his Father and Uncle Gonzalo .....

I have called several times this week and could not understand why I haven't heard from you. Now I know.....

Get well soon JR. If we can do anything please let us know.

Billy and Vicki

SICK CALL.

Posted at 09/09/2008 01:54:16

My brother Jeff is 5 years younger than me and is not doing so well in Snellville. He has been battling recovering from a major car accident he had in 2006 and also terminal prostate cancer discovered right after the accident.

Recently he has incurred a lot of complications and problems that go along with such a fight and has turned for the worse over the last couple of months and weeks and now days.

It would be a very nice gesture if anyone who can find the time to do so, to drop him a get well thought in the mail - he no longer uses the Internet much and can't talk much either on the phone in his current condition. I know it would do him well to hear some thoughts (and prayers) from anyone he knew or would have liked to know - that is any Stags Brother.

His address is: Jeff Yero
3351 Cottonwood Lane
Snellville, GA 30078

He was a Stag only for one year and was forced to drop out because of his poor grades in High school at that time (he turned that around and graduated the Atlanta Art College with a BA in Art later on - and became fairly successful in the art designing of advertising for a major agency in Atlanta).. so our Mom's edict worked pretty well.

He just became a grandfather for the second time, with the birth of his new grandaughter this year (Cora Elyse) born of his daughter, Pamela who is a school teacher.

Jeff also has a son who graduated High School last year as the #1 Roller Hockey High school player in Georgia.... (Michael) just started at the University of Georgia this month on a partial Engineering scholarship (So he is real smart too !)

Jeff has always been and still remains proud of the fact that he followed his brother (That would be me) into the Stags Club and had many close friends in and out of the club.

For those of you who may or may not know him, he is an avid fisherman and fished the many lakes around Snellville Georgia, where he has lived since High School with his wife, Linda.

Please take a moment if you would, and drop a line to a brother in dire need of your support, Jeff Yero Stags 1970. I am positive it will cheer him up - his time is sadly and unfortunately growing ever short each day.

Thanks and Love to All, Tim TDT65

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 09/10/2008 07:36:59

Tim: as you know we just lost Ernie Knighton to prostate cancer and as you also know I'm battling the disease as well.

I will be sending Jeff a card in the morning

Terry

Re: SICK CALL.

Posted at 09/13/2008 06:42:56