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Location: nappanee IN | just got back from the hospital and they are calling in hospice to the hospital for my dad. he has gained 8lbs [mostly fluids]since friday noon and only got rid of 300cc's. just pray that he'll go to sleep and not suffer. he had a battle with stomach cancer and it came back with a vegence this time.so thanks for all your prayers and thoughts.
just goes to show that fishing isn't really that important.. thanks again guys..karol |
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Location: oswego, il | Karol, I am sorry to hear about your father's illness. I hope everything goes for the best.
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Location: LOTW every chance I get | That's very tough. You have my prayers. Dave |
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Location: NYC (and many weeks in MN during summer) | your dad is in a tough spot. Its up to you (or another family member) to make sure he's as comfortable as possible and they are never late in dispensing his medication. A really LARGE fruit/candy basket for the nurses station can go along way in getting your dad the extra attention from them that he needs right now.
I've been there and know how you feel. I'll say a prayer for your family.
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Location: Stevens Point, WI | Karol,
I'm very sorry to hear about your dad. I've worked with many hospice patients over the years and have come to realize it is the best time to celebrate their lives. Make the most out of every conversation, reflect on all that is good and even simple silence in his presence is a gift that he will cherish. |
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| Sorry to hear that, I hope it works out best for your family. |
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Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin | Medic is absolutely correct; Sue and I will add you and yours to our prayers |
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Location: Madison, WI | We'll be praying for you and your loved ones. |
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Location: Valparaiso , Indiana | Karol,
We will be praying for you and your family! |
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Location: nappanee IN | thanks guys, what are muskie buddy's for, times like this. he had a good day today and was alert and responsive. kinda like he was going for one last hurrah before he goes on. bad thing was we heard more of the "rattle" today. some of you know what that means.. thanks again guys..karol |
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Location: syracuse indiana | karol we are alll praying for you and your family....bill bennett and family....bill |
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| best wishes brother |
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Location: Palm Coast, FL | Karol,
Hope and pray your family gets through this unfortunate situation. You are a great person and I am sure all your friends and family will be there for you! |
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| Your father and you are in my prayers brother, it's hard to know what to say other than you're in our thoughts and prayers.. and I know that has been a small confort for me in the difficult times in my life.
God Bless,
Andy
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| Bless your Father and your Family.
I hope all is well.
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Location: Bristol, IN | Karol, my thoughts and prayers go to you and your family. Best of luck and hang in there. |
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Location: nappanee IN | thanks you guys. we had a celebration of Dad's life today and got to remember all the times we had with him. he had to wait till the harness racing started on tuesday before he passed away at 9.30 a.m. Dad always drug the track between races and and when we called his racing buddy he asked if it would be ok to announce it at the grandstands we said "sure". turns out it was senior citizen day and that's how his good neighbors found out. he'll be missed by all the racers at the elkhart county fair..
thanks again to all my 49"ers that wrote those kind words
rest in peace Dad, i'll see you soon.. love you.. karol |
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Location: Waukesha, WI | Karol, sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. |
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Location: Palm Coast, FL | Very sorry to hear you lost your father, Karol. If there is anything I can do you know my number! Sounds like you were very close to your dad. |
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Location: oswego, il | Karol, catch some muskies in your Dad's honor. He's in a better place now. |
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Location: Illinois | My prayers are with you during your time of grief.
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Location: Lafayette, IN | Karol, We just got home from vacation and I saw your sad news. My deepest condolences. Please tag a big one for me in honor of your dad. I'll do the same from my boat this year. Dad's are the best! Hang in there my friend. He IS in a better place.
God bless you,
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Pray for dad