Prayers needed

[1stMerc]

My father Waymon Sr. (86) has been put on hospice care as of Wednesday. Just came home from hospital Friday and is not doing so well. He's been on dialysis for 2 plus years and also battling reoccurring bout of hiccups and belching for past 4 yrs. Had a mini stroke a few weeks ago and just diagnosed Wednesday with stage 4 cancer in lungs and on liver. Nurse not expecting him to make it much longer, if he keeps refusing dialysis.
Please pray for my mother, who just turned 80 in June and is currently the primary care giver, while the rest of us kids have to work during the day. Send her the strength and fortitude to be able handle this particular time in her life. Also, pray for us kids that we may be able to render much needed assistance and comfort to her during this critical time.

[MM03MOK]

Waymon - I will pray for your father's comfort; I will pray for his Hospice caregivers, for they are truly angels on Earth; I will pray for your mother, that she finds strength from all that surround her; and I will pray for you and your siblings and family, as you love your parents dearly. God Bless.

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[1Marauder]

There is an unbelievable amount of power in love shared. I never knew it really existed until I needed it last March. We bow our heads for you family, your family has ours now.

[silversnake]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160808/77154a5873d10de9689fbf65ddbfbd b6.jpgyour father is in our prayers


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[martyo]

Sorry for the pain you are feeling. Our thoughts are with you!

[jimbok1951]

Prayers sent to Dad, Mom, you and family.

[MOTOWN]

Praying for you, and your family in this difficult time.

[Ms. Denmark]

So sorry to hear, Waymon. Eric and I are thinking of you and your family. You are in our prayers.

[Davco]

I'm spending some time interceding for your family this morning.

[Bluerauder]

Sorry to hear this, Waymon. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you, your Dad and Mom and the rest of the Family.

[RoyLPita]

Prayers sent......

[Gryphonzus]

Prayers sent. God bless you and your family!

[JustRight]

Prayers to you and your family from our family.

Rejoice your father is readying for his second birth.

http://ronrolheiser.com/second-birth/

[vkirkend]

Wayman, so sorry to hear of your families struggles. Have faith and know that God will answer your prayers. In faith is strength.

[Catfish]

My prayers are with you and your family.

[justbob]

Prayers sent off brother. Very sorry to hear of this.


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[RF Overlord]

Waymon, I will be keeping you and your Mum & Dad in my thoughts today.

[cer0413]

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[Ken]

Waymon, so sorry to hear. Debbie, my better half is a hospice RN; take advantage of all that hospice offers, a good hospice can be a godsend to the family as well as your father, making him comfortable, therefore making your mom's life easier, accept their advice with an open mind. Debbie experiences too many families that surprisingly don't want the patient to have pain meds, because they don't want them to get addicted, etc to drugs like morphine. A good nurse can prescribe the right amount to take the edge off the pain, but not leave him doped up, making for a more pleasant time for all involved. She may even be able to get assistance for a few hours, just so that she can have a break. Don't be afraid to talk to his hospice team about what help is available for your parents. The more communication, the better.

I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers, Keep us posted.
Ken

[Comin' in Hot]

Very sorry to hear of this Waymon, Sending prayers your way.

[MMBLUE]

Just got through asking the boss to put his hands on you. Prayers sent.

[RubberCtyRauder]

Sorry to hear, may family and friends provide support for you

[MM03MOK]

Waymon, so sorry to hear. Debbie, my better half is a hospice RN; take advantage of all that hospice offers, a good hospice can be a godsend to the family as well as your father, making him comfortable, therefore making your mom's life easier, accept their advice with an open mind. Debbie experiences too many families that surprisingly don't want the patient to have pain meds, because they don't want them to get addicted, etc to drugs like morphine. A good nurse can prescribe the right amount to take the edge off the pain, but not leave him doped up, making for a more pleasant time for all involved. She may even be able to get assistance for a few hours, just so that she can have a break. Don't be afraid to talk to his hospice team about what help is available for your parents. The more communication, the better.

I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers, Keep us posted.
Ken
Wonderful advice, Ken.

[Ladyhawke]

Thoughts and prayers to your dad, mom, you and family

[1 Bad Merc]

Thinking and praying for you and your family -Waymon.

[cat in the hat]

Prayers sent.

[1stMerc]

Thanks EVERYONE for your prayers and well wishes.

Today was a good day for him. He was able to muster little more energy and move unassisted in bed (side to side). He sat up in his wheelchair and watched the Olympics for a bit. Ate a little better, what he did eat. He still refused to go to dialysis today, but that is good and bad. Bad he hasn't been since Wednesday, good because he can save what little energy he has since the sessions drain it away.

Ken, you are right about hospice. They bought the comfort pack Friday. We haven't had to use any of it yet. Two nurses and a social worker come out Saturday and Sunday to explain it all to us. The one nurse yesterday was so sweet and cute to us and especially mom... WISH WE COULD KEEP HER.

[Ken]

Glad to hear, Waymon!

[HammerDown]

Waymon, sorry to hear of your Dad's health issues.
Prayers ongoing for your Dad and all of you !!

Connie & Jack

[lji372]

Fingers crossed for your family.......

[1stMerc]

My father passed away peacefully this morning. Same position that I last saw him in bed last night.

We are all doing as well as can be expected at this time. Rememoring the good times and the life of a truly great man in my life.

Thank you all for your prayers and well wishes.

[MERCURY 2003LSE]

Very sorry for the passing of your Dad .
My condolences .

[MOTOWN]

Very sorry for your loss , God bless you and your family.

[RoyLPita]

I'm sorry for your loss. My condolences go out to you and your family.

[pantheroc]

Waymon, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Jerry & Diane

[MM03MOK]

God Bless you and your family, Waymon...

[jflave]

Sorry for your loss, God is with all of you.

[jgc61sr2002]

Sorry for your loss.

[MMBLUE]

Sorry for your loss brother. He is in Gods hands now. Celebrate his life and remember all the good things.

[Ms. Denmark]

Eric and I are sorry for your loss, Waymon. We'll be thinking of you and your family.

[crownvic97]

Very sorry for your loss.

[Ken]

Condolences to you and your family Waymon, on your loss.

[silversnake]

My condolences to you and your family. Celebrate the life that he lived and good memories you all shared together as a family. He's in a better place now.


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[HammerDown]

So sorry to hear, Waymon.
Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.

Connie & Jack

[BUCKWHEAT]

Waymon, your Dad is truly at rest and our thanks to the Lord for his judgment to take your Dad. Let me know if Gina and I can help you with anything as you lay him to rest, get Mom into a new paradigm, and getting on with your own grief. We pray for God's comfort to your family in this difficult time. Love ya man. John & Gina

[1stMerc]

The funeral is today.

Olivet Missionary Baptist Church
12200 New Halls Ferry Rd
St. Louis, Mo 63033

1000 hrs visitation
1100 hrs funeral

Burial 1300 hrs

Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
2900 Sheridan Rd
St. Louis, Mo 63125

[Ms. Denmark]

We'll be with you in spirit, Waymon.
Paula & Eric