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Don, Our prayers are w/ you. Pantera fam.

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God Bless him, and you and your family. My father died at 61, and my wifes mother, at 60. Both within the last couple of years, and because of cancer. Way too young. We miss them both terribly. During these times, its amazing how much clarity one can gain about what in life truly matters, and how much of what we stress over daily is crap. Hug your family, tell them you love them, and do something un-ordinary with them. Everything else we surround ourselves with daily means nothing if you stop and look at it.
By the way, for every heartache we must endure through cancer, and other ruthless diseases our families are stricken with, there are also many wonderful stories of people who beat the odds, reminding us to never give up. Its also God's way of telling us, to get our heads out of our ass and be thankful for all the things we take for granted every day... God Bless your Dad !

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Has anyone heard from Dyno today? I hope and pray all is going well with his Dad.

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well Dad made it through the surgery today had a lymphnode removed his gallbladder and a piece of his liver, all went well now a few weeks to recoup and then chemo will probibly start. Thanks again for all the thoughts and prayers you guys rule.
Don

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Don,

My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. I know all too well what you are going through. I lost my mom to renal cell cancer last May at the age of 62. Unfortunately, my colleagues in the medical profession had overlooked it on a CAT scan two years earlier when it was still contained within her kidney. By the time it was diagnosed, it had widely spread into her spinal column in two places and was inoperable and unresponsive to radiation.

Despite being completely paralyzed from the armpits down, she used to tell her doctors and others that she was going to "go ballroom dancing". I discovered a very quiet strength in her I had not known before. We had some of the best times and deepest conversations together.

Her suffering ended exactly one year to the day from the diagnosis. She fought valiantly until the very last day when we all knew it was time. As always, she was more worried about how everyone else was going to be with it. I actually had to tell her that it was OK to go. I find comfort knowing she is no longer suffering, now dancing on air in the grandest ballroom ever imagined. She is with me always now, and I feel that quiet strength she left to us.

I share this with you as I feel I have come to know you. My intent is not to discourage you, but to let you to know that you are not alone in this. You have my number ... please feel free to call if there is anything I can do, or if you just need someone to talk to.

Prayers and Best Wishes,

Chris

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I too lost my mom almost one year ago to kidney cancer. She had just turned 62 years old. She wasn't feeling well, and being the trooper that she is she kept going to work (they couldn't spare her). Finally after a week, she couldn't eat and was throwing up, she finally went to the doctor and they told her she had renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer). They made a appt. for biopsy (to see how far it spread), they called a few days later, needed her back in they didn't get a proper sample, so they made her another appt. By the time her second appt. came around she had to be admitted into the hospital, she was soo lathargic (not eating) and in soo much pain. She couldn't even talk to me on the phone (I live in NY, she in TX). My sisters called me and told me I better get down there. She died when I was in transit down there. It was three weeks since she started feeling sick. It all happened soo quick, I never got to say goodbye. We prayed and wished for a miracle, but it wasn't meant to be...I just wish I could turn back time so we have caught it before it spread through out her body, and maybe I could have said goodbye and saw her more often, it had been several years. I don't mean to be a downer, I hope all goes well with your dad Don, sadly I can relate with what your going through. At least you can spend quality time with him. My thoughts are with you and your Dad!!

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Prayers are with you and your family.

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Glad to hear he made it thru, now it is time to get to work, when can we see him and where is he at? In Holland? Le t me know if we can go together and when, remember to use me, I am seconds away. I will be away this weekend but not till Fri late so once again....USE ME. Lets put some cheer in his life, got any boat pics we can put in his room, load him up with family photos and things that make him want to fight to enjoy again. I am sure just opening his eyes is a relief, now lets make him remember why. He is a fighter, he has proven that time and time again. :D Great news Don. :D

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Thanks again everyone......Mitch and Chris you guys are always there for me. Going back out to the hospital tonight I'll bring some boat pics to cheer him up (great idea Mitch) We cant start treatment until he heals from the operation maybe 3-4 weeks thats going to be frustrating....If I have any more medical ?'s I'll call you Chris and thanks again!!!

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Dyno...I'm so glad he has made it through the surgery okay. I'm sure you realize that this is a major step towards his recovery, but there are more steps to take and I pray that each of you has the strength and peace needed to attack it back as a family.

I share this next part with you not to discourage, but to hopefully prevent you and your family from experiencing what my family went through.

My grandfather had breast cancer about 10 years ago. They removed his breast and gave him chemo. It was thought that all was well, and for some time, it was. About 5 years later he began getting sick. Tired all the time, losing weight and his skin tone was "off". It took almost 2 years for them to figure out what the problem was...it was kidney cancer. The type of kidney cancer he had (forgive me, I may screw part of this up) was a secondary cancer, in that it came from some other place in his body which was his "primary" cancer. The only other cancer he had was his breast. They removed his kidney but his body was so worn down from the cancer he passed within 6 days of beginning his chemo. We often wonder if we had gone the "extra mile" and he had both chemo and radiation after his breast cancer, he may be with us today.

I'm sorry if this sounds like a downer message. Please know that I'm thinking of you and can relate to what you're going through on many levels. It's difficult to say the least. I think of your Dad often, and found myself looking for an updated post from you quite often yesterday. I just felt it was important to tell you the radiation part...while it may make him sick in the short term, if it's at all possible - I think it's worth it (and don't let the Dr. tell you any different..and they will try).

God Speed.

Amy

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Thanks Amy...I think talking about all of our personal fights to Cancer is good for all involved......we can learn from others mistakes. Hindsight is always 20/20..
Thanks again
Don

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Don, I'm so glad to hear your Dad came through surgery well. That is a huge step alone. Please keep us up to date on his progress, I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.

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Great News! :D :D

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Dyno,
I've been reading about your Father's struggles the last few days and you have really been on my mind!!

I lost my Mother to cancer five years ago (this November) at the age of 59. She was my role model! I'd tell her how I would pray that God would allow me to be half the woman and Mother she was! Even though I have a way to go, I know because of her beliefs and trust in God, the values she taught me, and the love she showed me I will eventually become that woman and Mother that mean so much to me! It hurts to know that I can't pick up the phone and call her or go shopping with her!

But, I can live with it because I know WITHOUT A SHADOW OF A DOUBT that she's in a much better place and she's not suffering anymore!

I'm glad that you have that second chance with your Father! Please, don't take it for granted! And, remember to tell your other family members you love them, too! It also wouldn't be a bad idea to take up your friends (like Chris & MitchStellin) on their offers to help out...you'll need it!

Sorry for going on and on! Just remember I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!
Cat

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Don how is dad doing???

Hope all is well

S.G.

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My prayers are with your family

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God Bless.

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a quick update...Dads sugery went well got all the tissue they needed for diagnosis and removed his Galbladder that was enlaged this should give him some relief from the intense back pain.They put in a subqutanious shunt yesterday to anminister chemo without having to get a vain all the time.He can come home the first of the week and start chemo as soon as Thursday. Things are moving along now thank God!!Pray for his doctors and for his healing...we're going to need it. Looks like he will have 15-18 weeks of treatment so by spring things should be lookin up!!!
Thanks again for your well wishes and prayers!
Don

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Don, I am so glad that you ask us to Hug our fathers today. I do it everytime I see him, and I started 10 years ago, I am now 32.

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Dyno, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Dad and your family. I hadn't hugged my Dad in years, and now I do it every time I see him. Like Lance Armstrong's new book says - Every Second Counts!
Randy

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Dyno,

Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You And Your Family, Hang In There...

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prayers for you and your family

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Dad came home from the hospital late Sunday afternoon had a pretty good day...today thigs are a little rough I think the Morphine is out of his system...alot of pain cant get comfortable sleeps in a chair sitting up. He's real weak and starts chemo on Thursday at 7:30am....say a little prayer for him then..
Thanks
Don

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Of course we will. This is going to be a tough transition. I wish you all well.

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Dyno- Sounds like things are so far so good! Keep us updated!

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First round of Chemo was yesterday....8.5 hours what a drag :( . I Spelled my Mom after 5 hours so she could get some rest....he's real weak after his surgery but we are hopeful the chemo will start kicking the growths a$$ soon and get him some relief....

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I wish you (plural) well. Please keep in mind that people generally get really sick after chemo. They're tired (and he already is), their stomaches are all messd up...it's very normal to have these things happen.

I guess all I can offer now is that he needs to listen to his body. Your body knows what you need. If he's craving a certain food or drink (like apple or grape juice), you guys need to go get it or make it for him. Those foods contain certain vitamins that his body is lacking and that's your body's way of taking care of itself.

And support, I can offer support. Thanks for posting an update. If you need anything, or need to bounce a few things off someone - just mail me. I'll do the best I can.

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Dyno, thanks for the update. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. One of my mother's best friends is on chemo every day with four days off a month. But she still goes dancing on Saturday night. Keep up his spirits, it will make a huge difference.

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Well its over, It was a long hard fight but my Dad passed away last night at 9:15pm. I was just with him at 6;30 he was sitting up in bed and eating pudding :D . Thought he was going to give the cancer another run but he just didn't have anymore fight left in him. So I challenge everyone of you today to call and tell your Dad that you love him if you cant physically hug him....I wish I could. I lost my Dad and my best friend.Keep my Mom in your prayers they were married for 49 years and this will be haed on her as well.
Thanks
Don

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It is sad but true:
His suffering is over, but for his loved ones it continues. I will pray for your family's recovery.
Ed Cozzi

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sorry to hear about your dad. you and your mother will be in my prayers

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Hang in there and keep positive.

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Our condolances. Wishing the best for you and your mother.

-Greg

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I lost both my parents to cancer as well. I'm sorry for your loss.

Rob

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May he rest in peace! I will do one better, I will give my son a big hug.
Our most sincere condolences, pepe @ Pantera boats

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My sincerest condolences Dyno, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

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Dyno,

My heart and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.... May God Bless you all...

(((((((Dyno))))))))

Heather

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My deep condolences.
My dad was my lifetime best buddy as well. My "same-age" friends thought of him as a friend, too.

When I lost him it tore a chunk out of my soul that will never heal.

They'll tell you he's in a better place. And that he's fine.

I know my Dad, and I say that regardless of where he is now, and how wonderful it is, that he misses hanging out with me. And I miss hanging out with him.

Better place? Maybe. But I bet he'd rather trade it back to be here again for a while.

All I can offer is that after 5 years, you get more used to it. Doesn't suck any less, but you learn to operate "through" the grief.
God bless you.

mc

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don, sorry to hear about your dad, you and your entire family are in melinda and my thoughts and prayers.

scott

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I lost my "Best Buddy" on August 18, 1986. Sometimes I have dreams about him and it is so disappointing to wake-up and realize he is not with us anymore.
It gets a little better with the passage of time, but not much.
Ed