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22 years ago today my brother "Butch" left us. I'm grateful this site is still available. He is missed by ALL of us.
"Big sister" Pat
Patricia A.Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
San Jose, CALIFORNIA United States - Tuesday, January 16, 2024 10:27 AM CST
So glad to still be able to add comments in the guestbook!!Today would have been "my baby brother's" 81st birthday. He was only 59 when he left us.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUTCH!!
Patricia Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
San Jose, California United States - Friday, June 16, 2023 9:52 AM CDT
June 16,2022
Today would have been Butch's 80th birthday.
He would have been a very handsome senior citizen!
Bill put flowers on his grave, as usual.
We all still miss him so much.
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
San Jose, CA United States - Thursday, June 16, 2022 11:58 PM CDT
January 15, 2022
It will be 20 years tomorrow since Butch left us.
Sheri is looking through a lot of memorabilia I have given her about his life...including a lock of his hair I had saved since 1943, when he was 14 months old!
Oh how I'd give anything to have him still with us.
His big sister,
Pat
Patricia Dahlman 10319280 <patdahlman@comcast.net>
San Jose, California United States - Saturday, January 15, 2022 11:47 PM CST
January 16,2021
It's been nineteen years since Butch has been gone. The little ceramic "Butch angel" reminds me of him EVERY DAY.
I didn't get an entry in here last January, as I was doing packing for the big move from Minnesota to California.
Patricia A. Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
San Jose, CALIFORNIA United States - Saturday, January 16, 2021 10:08 PM CST
Thinking of my kid brother, as his youngest daughter Megan had to cancel her August wedding plans because of our current pandemic.
After moving to California this year, I brought the ceramic "angel" that represents Butch with me. I see it every day. He is NEVER far from my thoughts.
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
San Jose, CA USA - Saturday, May 9, 2020 10:24 AM CDT
June 22, 2019
Six days after Butch's 77th birthday.
I did talk to Sheri on his day, June 16th, and said that her Dad would have been the most handsome senior citizen! If only he could still be with us.
Big sister Pat
Patricia Hauke <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Saturday, June 22, 2019 8:13 PM CDT
January 16, 2019
Bill is taking red carnations to Butch's gravesite in Kalamazoo this morning, and Sheri hopes to call Bill (and her Dad!)on her phone at the same time. SEVENTEEN years since he has been gone and we ALL still miss him so much.
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Wednesday, January 16, 2019 9:11 AM CST
A 76th birthday for Butch today... I wish he was still here to celebrate!!
Today my granddaughter Erinn ran a marathon in Duluth,MN.
I told her how her Uncle Butch ran along side his daughter Sheri for a bit, to encourage her.... in her first marathon.
And, he was recovering from hernia surgery which he'd had a week or so before!! As old Aunt Pat recalls, Sheri exclaimed as he joined her, "Dad, what are you doing?!!"
This week his two daughters are together, since Megan and her friend Andrew are visiting all the Benshians in California.
I imagine they are toasting their Dad tonight!!
Patricia Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Saturday, June 16, 2018 7:51 PM CDT
January 17, 2018
Sixteen years and a day since Butch left us.
My heart still hurts over his having died so young.
Sheri is getting over a terrible bout with the flu....and a bad sinus infection. Sara has recovered from her flu bug. I was VERY CONCERNED about the two to them.
Sheri and David indeed remembered her Dad extra often yesterday.
Patricia Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Wednesday, January 17, 2018 7:02 PM CST
Today would have been Butch's 75th birthday.
I would give anything to have him back the 15 years that he has been gone, for us to continue to be in touch...AND FOR HIM TO KNOW AND ENJOY HIS GRANDCHILDREN, Benjamin, Sophia and
Sara J..
Sara has Floyd J. Hauke's middle initial in her name!!!!!!!!
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Friday, June 16, 2017 11:43 AM CDT
January 16, 2017
Bill reminded me of the meaning of this date: Fifteen years ago, Butch left us.
I KNEW the SIXTEENTH meant something, but it just didn't come to mind.
Sheri and Megan surely had it on their minds today though.
Patricia Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN U.S.A. - Monday, January 16, 2017 10:45 PM CST
Now it has been FOURTEEN years since Butch left us.
I mention his name from time to time......including yesterday..to friends here in Minnesota who never knew him.
He is still missed so much by all of us!
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 - Saturday, January 16, 2016 8:46 PM CST
73 years ago today, June 16th, Floyd J. Hauke was born, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Big sister Pat, 7 at the time, remembers her baby brother
so well.
Patricia Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Tuesday, June 16, 2015 8:14 PM CDT
Bill reminded me of the date early this morning.
Thirteen years!!
So often, I not only thing about how much we all miss him, but all that he has missed these years since he has been gone....especially his beautiful grandchildren, Benjamin, Sophia and Sara J!!
Patricia Dahlman <patdahlman@comast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Friday, January 16, 2015 7:31 AM CST
Today is the 12th anniversary of Butch's death.
As Sheri wrote to me this morning, she still misses him so much...as do ALL OF US.
Patricia Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Thursday, January 16, 2014 12:47 AM CST
EVERYONE IS HAVING A HARD TIME REALIZING IT HAS BEEN ELEVEN YEARS.....
Big sister Pat
Patricia A. Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Wednesday, January 16, 2013 11:17 PM CST
January 14, 2013
In two days, it will be ELEVEN years since Butch left us. Oh how we all wish he could still be here to enjoy his THREE grandchildren. Benji, Sophia and Sara J.
I am among many who still miss him!
Pat
Patricia A. Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Monday, January 14, 2013 1:04 PM CST
Yesterday was the 70th anniversary of Butch's birth!
I still think of him as my "baby brother"!
His grandchildren, Benji, Sophia and Sara J were going to have cupcakes in his honor at their home.... with Sheri and David... in Los Angeles. Oh how he would love those kids!
Patricia A. Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN U.S.A. - Sunday, June 17, 2012 8:54 PM CDT
January 16, 2012
Hardly seems possible that it was TEN years ago today that Butch died.
Seeing Sara J's third birthday celebration pictures yesterday continues to make me wish SO MUCH that Butch could still be here!!!!!!!! He would be so proud of Benji,Sophia and Sara!! As well as Sheri and Megan!!!
Butch's OLD sister, Pat
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Monday, January 16, 2012 9:33 AM CST
On the 69th anniversary of his birth, I am thinking of Butch.... and all of our family, and the many good times we had together!!!
Old sister Pat
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Thursday, June 16, 2011 9:50 AM CDT
Nine years ago today....Butch died.
My heart is still heavy.
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <patdahlman@comcast.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Sunday, January 16, 2011 8:46 PM CST
January 29, 2010.
Now, EIGHT YEARS have passed since Butch left us.
He would have enjoyed SO MUCH all the things that have been happening since then, including the addition of his THREE grandchildren to our world.
Sara J, the latest one, shares his middle initial! She joined her siblings Benjamin and Sophia last January.
Patricia Hauke Dahlman
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Friday, January 29, 2010 8:53 AM CST
June 16, 2009.....Butch would have been 67 today. All of us still find it HARD to think of him no longer being with us. It has been 7 1/2 years. I'll NEVER forget how proud I was to show off my baby brother, making sure everyone saw his tiny feet. ( I was 7 1/2 at the time.)
Butch's OLD sister, Pat
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <Patdahlman@att.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Tuesday, June 16, 2009 9:44 PM CDT
I worked with Butch many years ago at Great Lakes Bancorp in Ann Arbor. I left Michigan in 1992 and moved to Scottsdale. Several years later I got a call from Butch letting me know he had relocated to Arizona. We chatted and said we should get some golf in one of these days. Unfortunately, we never got together after that call.
A few years ago I saw Butch’s name in my address book and decided I should give him a call to catch up. Wanting to check if the number was current I did an Internet search on his name. I was stunned when I came upon this site and realized Butch was gone. I was deeply touched by the courage and love of your family as Butch battled this disease I knew so little about.
I still think of Butch often. I can’t really explain why. We were coworkers but never really had a close friendship. Maybe it’s because of his graciousness or your remembrance of him. Maybe it’s because he left us on my birthday. Somehow the memory of this man stays with me.
In January my mother called from Michigan. My father has GBM, stage IV, brain cancer. Thank you sharing your stories. They will give me strength to help my dad as he struggles against this disease I am now familiar with but we still know so little about.
Keith Heinrich <keeto75@yahoo.com>
Scottsdale, AZ - Monday, February 16, 2009 3:07 PM CST
January 18, 2009
SEVEN YEARS!
And soon there will be a THIRD grandchild for Butch. How he would have loved to experience grand-parenting!
Last night I was thinking about how granddaughter Erinn would ask me after Butch's funeral, "Grandma, are you still thinking about Uncle Butch?" The answer was always affirmative. And, I would offer the same answer today! Pat
Patricia Hauke Dahlman <Patdahlman@att.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Sunday, January 18, 2009 11:04 AM CST
The fiancee of one of my great nieces is struggling for his life following an accident. They have set up a website very similar to Caring Bridge and it spurred me to return to Butch's website. So much has happened since his passing- many blessings, some sorrows. The thing that hasn't changed is that we all still miss him so. I keep in touch with Pat and Linda via e-mail (everyone knows Pat types like she talks) and we see Bill and Peg whenever we can. I want to extend Sue's, Sarah's, and my love to the entire Hauke clan and wish everyone health and happiness.
John Biermacher <jjbiermacher@sbclobal.net>
Kalamazoo, MI - Friday, November 7, 2008 8:54 PM CST
January 17, 2008
Before yesterday's date registered with me, Peggy reminded me in an e-mail that it was SIX YEARS AGO that Butch left us.
Another grandchild has been added to his family....Sheri and David's daughter Sophia.
And Megan is preparing to attend culinary school in NEW YORK.
We ALL still miss him SO MUCH.
Pat
Pat Hauke Dahlman
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Thursday, January 17, 2008 1:25 PM CST
It was happen that i'm browsing brain tumour , Ive read your story. My husband had an operation 27 of march 2007, The result is quite shocking for me.My husband had a Brain tumour grade 1V GBM M. Nearly 5 months now I'm still traumatise by the prognosis.
Isabel <isabelwighton@yahoo.com.au>
Melbourne, Vic. Australia - Monday, August 13, 2007 7:05 AM CDT
Hi!
Happened upon your website when I was looking for a list of the doctors in Dr. Forseth's practice. Just lost my aunt to lung cancer in January '07. I read the journal about your dad from beginning to end--what an incredible family you are, and how very lucky your dad was to have all of you.
It was a pleasure helping my aunt. My husband and children were wonderfully supportive of the time I spent with my aunt for the 6 weeks she was at St. Joe's and of the time I spent (commuting to Sun City West, from North Central Phoenix) taking her to doctors appointments downtown, or
helping her at home. She was no longer able to drive. How I yearned for the kind of family involvement you all described. I still yearn for it, as I am now the successor trustee and responsible for settling her estate--for 11 beneficiaries, who live all over the country.
You have touched my life with the loving care you provided your father, and I thank you for sharing your story. You must be so proud of your dad--from your journal entries, I can tell he was an amazing man.
Kathy Seid
Kathy Seid <EmailUs@TheSeids.com>
Phoenix, AZ - Thursday, March 15, 2007 4:32 AM CDT
I was just thinking about it being nearly FIVE years since Butch died. And then it dawned on me..FIVE YEARS AGO TOMORROW! Today I had lunch with grandson Andrew and he wondered if my high school ever won a State Tournament. Of course I told him about "Uncle Butch's 1960 basketball team" accomplishing that. He smiled when I told him about the team being honored and how they rode through Bangor on a fire engine, when they returned home.
We ALL wish Butch was still with us to enjoy his grandson BENJAMIN JACOB, and to cheer Megan on as she begins her college experience at WMU!!
Pat Hauke Dahlman
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Monday, January 15, 2007 8:57 PM CST
January 18, 2006
I look at "Butch's site" from time to time, still. Intended to add a few words on Monday....the fourth anniversary of his death....which is so hard to believe.
Grand-daughter Erinn asked, en route back to Minnesota after the funeral,"Grandma, are you still thinking about Uncle Butch?" Yes Erinn........and even four years later I STILL think of my little brother VERY often.
Sheri, I am so glad to see your update of the journal on here!
Love to you Sheri, and David, and "Butch's grandson to be"!
Aunt Pat
Pat Hauke Dahlman <Patdahlman@att.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Wednesday, January 18, 2006 5:03 AM CST
We are all getting ready to gather in Los Angeles for Sheri and David's wedding.
So many have said that they imagine Butch will be looking down on the bride and groom on their wedding day, April 17, 2005.
He would be so proud....with Megan serving as Maid of Honor, and his brother Bill walking Sheri down the aisle!!!!!!
STILL WISHING SO MUCH THAT HE WAS STILL WITH US!!!!!!
Big sister Pat
Pat Hauke Dahlman <Patdahlman@att.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 12:24 AM CDT
Next week four of the five "Hauke kids" and families will be gathering at youngest brother Bill's house for our "every two year" reunion which was decided upon after Dad died in 1996. Whoever would have thought that back then....that when it was Butch's turn to get us all together (in 2002), we would be going to his funeral in Michigan, instead of having a reunion of all of us in Arizona.
We still miss our "middle brother" more than words can describe.
Pat
Pat <Patdahlman@att.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Saturday, July 10, 2004 2:02 PM CDT
It has been two years since Butch left us. I still think it is a bad dream and that I can go to the phone and call him to tell him the latest "family" news. We all miss him more than words can express.
Sister, Linda <dlchristian@isk.com>
Bangor, Mi USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 6:28 PM CST
You don't know me, nor do I know you. But my father also has a GBM grade 4 tumor, and is nearing the end of his fight. Thank you for writing about your father's final moments, as I am scared to think of what to exect these final days/months. My prayers go to you and your family. Jennifer brcns265@yahoo.com
Jennifer
- Saturday, June 21, 2003 3:55 PM CDT
Yesterday (June 16th) would have been Butch's 61st birthday. I was on the train, en route from Washington,DC to home, here in MN, and thought of him more than ever, all day long.
I have fond memories of the surprise 50th birthday party for him in Brighton eleven years ago-----and never in a million years would have guessed he wouldn't be here for his 60th, last year.
Love to you, Patti, Sheri and Megan..when you see this.
(I'm glad this site is still available.)
Pat/Aunt Pat
Pat Hauke Dahlman <Patdahlman@att.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 2:10 PM CDT
I can't believe it has been over a year since Butch passed over. I candidly admit that the anniversary date slipped past me, but it doesn't hold any fond memories. I do think of him often and miss him. I want to extend my love to family and friends.
John Biermacher <jjbiermacher@cs.com>
Kalamazoo, MI - Wednesday, February 5, 2003 6:51 PM CST
I too, still check Butch's web page every now and then. Most often it is because soemthing has happened and I think to myself that "I've got to tell Butch about that!" Especially a local sport's event or some other Kalamazoo news. I still can't believe that he is gone from this earth and I go to the web page to make sure that it is all not just a bad dream.
Bill Hauke <weh45@aol.com>
Kalamazoo, MI U.S. - Saturday, February 1, 2003 8:16 AM CST
I also check in every now and then. I think of Sheri and Pat as if you were part of the family. Mom contnues to do good. Still no brain tumor activity. We are truly blessed.
As we approach this holiday season, please know that you continue to be in my prayers! God be with you, that you have a calming peace thru this season.
Love, Wanda (Grandma Pat's daughter)
Wanda <wandalong3@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA!!!! - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 08:01 PM (CST)
I STILL look at this site from time to time, thinking maybe someone has added a note.
Yesterday (December 1st)would have been Butch and Patti's
18th wedding anniversary.
I would like to add the phrase on a stepping stone I saw in a catalog:
If Tears Could Build A
Stairway, And Memories
A Lane, I'd Walk Right Up
To Heaven And Bring
You Home Again.
I still miss my "baby brother" Butch!!!
Pat
Pat Hauke Dahlman
White Bear Lake, MN - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 10:00 AM (CST)
Dear Sheri
I had heard from your Aunt Pat that you had updated the web page, but frankly, although I knew based on your previous writings that it would be uplifting and inspirational, I just wasn't ready to read it. I now have and again thank you for such a wonderful tribute to your Dad.
I also really appreciated the picture that you encluded in the photo album that was taken when he was about 9 or 10. It brought tears to my eyes but also a rush of fond memories of the time that my sister Charlene and I would visit the farm in Bangor as well as your your Grandma and Grandpa. Also your great-great Grandma and Grandpa Jewell.
Your Grandma Hauke was one of the most wonderfully caring people I ever met, and a heck of a cook. I was sandwhiched, age wise, between your Uncle Jim and your Dad so I got to play with both of them. We sure had a lot of fun. I remeber that picture as though it was yesterday. In fact I probably have a copy somewhere. Your Dad was really a specical person, but ofcourse you know that! Thanks for your courage and wonderful ability to put your thoughts and emotions into words.
I pray that for you and your mom the pain will fade quickly leaving only the wonderful memories.
I am glad to have gotten to say hello in Kalamazoo. Sure wish it could have been under different circumstances.
Please view this note as being to both you and your Mom.
Your Dad's Cousin
Bruce
Bruce Rayce <Bmrayce@aol.com>
Midland, MI USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 08:30 PM (CST)
Dear Sheri ~
Talked you your Uncle Bill yesterday and he said you would know who I am so decided to drop you a note. John Biermacher gave me your website address 6 months ago and I have been following along.
Let me say I am so sorry for your loss - the relationship you had with your Dad was very special and I know this is a difficult time for you. I trust your good memories will be of some comfort to you now and forever.
Of course it has been years (we won't say how many) since I have seen you or Butch. I do remember him and his sense of humor - and you as always such a little lady!! I can tell by your pictures you are still a beautiful lady. And by the way you have written your journal - at least as beautiful on the inside....
I told Bill yesterday I thought you should win a Nobel Prize for the awesome job your did with that. Such a gift to so many, Thank You, Sheri.
ps - What kind of baby is Camellia?
Fondly, Donna (from your dentist office when you were a little girl - - remember?)
Donna <ladykidd@hotmail.com>
Kalamazoo, Mi USA - Saturday February 16, 2002 2:40 PM CST
Dear Sheri, Patti, and Megan, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I did not get to know Butch very well, but I know he was an exceptional man because of the legacy he left behind (all of you!). There are no better people than the Hauke family. My favorite story about Butch was when he ran the last few miles of a marathon with Sheri--he saw her struggling a bit and joined her without running clothes, shoes, or training to run miles in a marathon. I am sure he must have been in pain but his love for his family seemed to be the overwhelming factor in his life--he chose to help his daugher over his own comfort. What a guy. I will miss him. Now he is your angel and will be with you always. Love, Lisa cain
Lisa Cain <lcain@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday January 30, 2002 8:05 PM CST
Dear Sheri, Patty and Megan, Please know that your father and husband, Butch, was a WONDERFUL man!! I so enjoyed working with him and chatting when he came in the office. Our cubicles were situated on a common corner-which made it easy to visit. He always had a warm smile on his face and radiated kindness. From the first day he joined IKON, he was always a pleasure to work with. A highlight remembrance for me is that we worked on the first Bonus Bucks event together. It was just great to have him on the team. I have never worked with a group that had so much fun and yet accomplished so much at the same time. It's a memory I will always cherish. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you and your extended families. Butch fought a brave and courageous fight-and he is now completely whole, sitting with the Father in Heaven. Our prayers for healing were answered-even though it wasn't the answer we were seeking. May the comforting and strong arms of our Loving God wrap each of you in a blanket of peace. Butch was and always will be a special person to me and so many others. His life is a testament to a wonderful man who treated others with genuine respect and courtesy. Knowing him was a privilege I will forever be grateful for.
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Monday January 28, 2002 1:13 PM CST
To Butch's Family, You all have my deepest sympathy. I've been following your journey through the website since it appeared on Marg's site. And have and will keep you all in my prayers.
M. Lisa Santana <santana81@attbi.com>
Ferndale, WA USA - Tuesday January 22, 2002 12:05 AM CST
Gary and I along with the girls want to send all of our sympathy and prayers to the entire family. Butch was a great friend and will be missed. If any of you need anything, know that your friends are here in Michigan.
The Delamielleure's <ddelami1@yahoo.com>
Brighton, MI USA - Friday January 18, 2002 11:27 AM CST
Sheri and family,
As Pat Dahlman's Sr. Olympics tennis partner I've been deeply moved by the loving and caring that's an integral part of your family. It speaks to me of a loving God Whom I know is bringing only the peace that God can give as consolation in the loss of Butch. I know your family is surrounded by a circle of friends who pray God's peace and love. Be assured that I am one of them.
Ruby Rott <rubyrott@msn.com>
St. Paul, MN USA - Friday January 18, 2002 10:26 AM CST
Dear Sheri,
so sorry to hear the news about your dad. I kept praying he would get better perhaps now he is....I wish you peace during this sorrowful time....God Bless
Angela Gunnell (Steger) <AEGun27@aol.com>
Kalamazoo, MI - Friday January 18, 2002 9:18 AM CST
To Sheri & Family
My deep condolences to you all, and I am so sorry that such a tradgedy has occured.
It has taken me almost 30 minutes to compose these words, and I am at a loss of words...
Please believe me when I say " I will miss you Butch"
Sincerely
John O'Connell <therock32@earthlink.com>
Glendale, AZ USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 11:01 PM CST
To Sheri and family,
First of all, thank you Rick for informing people! I was very sad to here the news! I thought so much of Butch, he was such a neat person. I pray that you feel the comfort of God's arms around you at this time. He will see you through this! God Bless you and your family
Sandy Tek <oostertek@pro-usa.net>
Mesa, AZ USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 7:57 PM CST
Dear Pat and Family, I can't convey the heart felt sympathy that We feel. Butch will be missed. Please let us know what the arrangements are. Jerry is in Arizonia, and would like to go to the service.
Linda <Lindalyke@mediaone.net>
Brighton, Mi - Thursday January 17, 2002 3:05 PM CST
God be with you all. Thank you for keeping us informed.
roger and Susan (Rayce) Miller <rsmiller@nmo.net>
Cheboygan, MI U.S.A. - Thursday January 17, 2002 2:09 PM CST
Dear Loved Ones of Butch,
You have our sympathy and thoughts at this time. Sheri, you are the only one we know personally and you are a part of our family. We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you as you put your trust in Him. We always liked your Dad. With our love. We will be praying for you,dear.
Joe and Phyllis Smith <custom1retired@aol.com>
Kalamazoo,, MI USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 1:20 PM CST
Dear Patti, Sherri, & Megan;
My sincere condolences to you and your entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I was greatly saddened to hear of Butch's passing. He was a very special man, it was a pleasure to have known and worked with him. Butch will remain in my thoughts and prayers now and always. God Bless and take care of each other.
Roque F. Martinez <rmartinez@ikon.com>
Casa Grande, AZ USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 12:45 AM CST
You are in my thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort during this so very difficult time.
Natalie Kilroy <nkilroy@ikon.com>
Peoria, AZ - Thursday January 17, 2002 12:12 AM CST
Dear Sherri & all of Butch's family,
I am heartbroken to hear the news of your great loss.
Despite your sorrow, know that heaven is rejoicing as they welcome another angel home. There are no words that can help ease your pain, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary MIlls <mary@bvntv.tv>
West Palm Beach, Fl USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 11:46 AM CST
Dear Sheri,Patti, Megan, and family - I just received Rick's e-mail and am so sorry. Our prayers are with the Hauke family this day, as we pray for peace for Butch, and we pray for strength, binding love, and perseverance for all those close to Butch Hauke. Love,
Amy and Jamey Maher <amaher@aventail.com>
Glencoe, IL - Thursday January 17, 2002 10:55 AM CST
Dear Sheri and family, I just heard the news and am very sorry... I know Butch is in a better place..free of pain and at peace. He will be missed terribly by all of us. He put up a good fight and we are all proud of him and you for that and all that you have done. If there is anyhting I can do to help out let me know. I left my phone # on your voicemail at work. God Bless you and your family and we're praying for you.
Kirk Pieper <ttaakp1@aol.com>
chandler, az 85226 - Thursday January 17, 2002 10:08 AM CST
Today, GOD our FATHER has welcomed a great, loving man into his kingdom in heaven. Peace be to you all, Butch's Family and Friends, for he has joined the Angels in Heaven to look over us.
With Love.
Chuy <jmoraila@ikon.com>
Mesa, AZ - Thursday January 17, 2002 9:22 AM CST
The Hauke Family and friends,
My thoughts and prayers are will all of you during this very difficult time. I know that Butch will be missed by everyone who worked with him and knew him. Today, he is in Paradise. Safe in God's arms.
Jane Bosch <jbosch@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 9:21 AM CST
My heartfelt condonlences are offered to the family and friends of Butch. It is with great sorrow that I received this news. We all know that Butch is now in a much better place, but it is always so difficult for those who survive him. God will keep Butch and his family close as all reflect on the special times shared together. All praise to our God the Father. He is loving and good. Bless the family and friends as they gather to rejoice as Butch enters the House of Our Lord. God Bless and keep you all safe.
Love,
The Whelen Family
Rique Whelen <rwhelen@ikon.com>
Mesa, AZ USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 8:50 AM CST
We just wanted you to know that you are in all of our thoughts and prayers. We consider your family very important friends, and friends are there in the good times (many know that The Biermachers and The Haukes have been together for lots of those) and the bad. If you need anything, please know that we are here. God Bless!!
Love,
John, Sue, and Sarah Biermacher
The Biermachers <s_biermacher@hotmail.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 8:13 AM CST
Sheri,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today as I too mourn the passing of your dad. I will have a tough time not thinking about him all day today because of how close to home this hits for me. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to spend some time with Butch, however brief it may have been. He was a terrific man with a zest for life. I always take solice in the fact that those who are close to us are always watching over us. I know that your dad is extremely proud of both you and Megan and will enjoy watching your growth over the years from a much better place than we are in. I'm confident that he'll find a new friend in my father as well. They're probably on the back nine already up there on the finest course in the world. You have been so courageous throughout his battle and my deepest sympathies are with you and your family.
Lance Umble <lumble@phoenixcommercialadvisors.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Thursday January 17, 2002 8:13 AM CST
Pat, and all the girls......My heart and Greg's heart goes out to you. Butch was truly a good man and will be sorely missed. We send our love to you.....
Laura Cooper <cooperg@creative-net.net>
Elizabethtown, KY - Thursday January 17, 2002 7:24 AM CST
I am very sorry to learn from Rick Dahlman's e-mail message that Butch has passed away. My prayers and condolences to Sherri and the family. Brain tumours are relentless things, they wreak havoc on innocent people and their friends and relatives. I hope that you are given the strength to get through the next few days.
Denis Strangman <string@hotkey.net.au>
Canberra, ACT Australia - Thursday January 17, 2002 5:18 AM CST
Sheri,
I wish I could be there with you to hold your hand and give you a GREAT big hug. Please know that we are praying for you and your family. Mom (Grandma Pat) sends her love.
Love, Wanda
Wanda Long (Grandma Pat's daughter) <wandalong3@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Wednesday January 16, 2002 4:43 PM CST
Uncle Butch, Aunt Patti, Megan, Sheri, and James,
Thinking of all of you really hard today. My work seems meaningless compared to what you are all going through. I wish I could see all of you and give you great big hugs. Know that you are in my thoughts. Love, Debbie
Debbie McIntyre <dmcin@landolakes.com>
Plymouth, MN USA - Wednesday January 16, 2002 1:45 PM CST
Hi Butch,Patti,Megan,Sheri,Camelia: I'm at work but thinking about you all a lot today. Hope your condition improves Butch, and that you can go home soon. Rick
Rick Dahlman <dahlman@att.net>
San Jose, CA USA - Wednesday January 16, 2002 11:22 AM CST
Hi Butch and Pat, Checking up on you guys again, It takes a while to get the coumadin dose just right and the Lasix, I know because we got it right finally with Jerry's Mom, after months of experimenting. I hope this year will be better, and I hope they will get the clots taken care of. Jerry's mom's took awhile to. I think of you guys everyday, and Jerry is heading out to Sunny Arizonia this week. He will be calling ya. I hope to see you guys
as soon as I can get away. Take Care....
Love Linda, Jerry, Lisa and Steven.
Linda <Lindalyke@mediaone.net>
Brighton, mi - Thursday, January 10, 2002 at 09:05 PM (CST)
Hi Butch & Pat! Happy new yr!!! Steve, Susan, Maureen and I, Rose our Glasses in a toest to Butch and pat, Were praying for you up here in Michigan. See ya Bob Powell
Bob & Maureen Powell <rbrsi@yahoo.com>
Brighton, MI usa - Wednesday, January 02, 2002 at 02:12 PM (CST)
Hi Butch, just let you know I am moving to MI. Jamie got me tranfer. I anted to join my other son in MI. I want to leave around Feb. 14, 2002 if snow isn't to bad. Hope to hear from you and see you again before I leave. Take care and we all miss you.
Norma Wilmot
- Wednesday, January 02, 2002 at 01:15 PM (CST)
Hey butch ! Happy New Year! Glad to hear that you got out oof the hospital on Christmas. That's great! Thanks for the Christmas card. It was really nice to hear from you. Hope things are better in the coming new year.
Nanette Andro
- Friday, December 28, 2001 at 01:41 PM (CST)
Hello Butch, and almost Happy New Year, 2002. Sounds like you had a wonderful holiday with family, and I'm sure they will get the latest problem resolved, like all the rest. YOU KNOW OUR PRAYERS ARE GETTING THROUGH!!! We at NAPM(ISM) has a good time taping the video for you, and I'm so glad you enjoyed it. We are not pros - but we tried to give it our all! Continue to fight -
Carol Herda <cherda@ism.ws>
Tempe, AZ - Friday, December 28, 2001 at 11:01 AM (CST)
Butch: I hope you made it home for Christmas.We have had are first snow of the year so it finally looks like winter.Have a great Christmas with your family.
Alan <afergin@setseg.org>
Milford , MI - Tuesday, December 25, 2001 at 11:31 AM (CST)
Butch, I am glad to hear things went well with surgery on Monday. The clot thing isn't good, but I am glad they found it and it is being taken care of. You are an amazing guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family always. Pat keeps me upto date and well as this fantastic web page. Have a wonderful holiday season.
Diane <dmc21@aol.com>
IA - Saturday, December 22, 2001 at 06:34 AM (CST)
Hey Butch,
Just wanted to say hello and wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Stay strong. We all love you!
Everyone at MCC
Todd Salvo <Copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
mesa, az USA - Friday, December 21, 2001 at 03:34 PM (CST)
Hi Butch! Keep hanging in there tough guy!
nanette andro
mesaaz, az usa - Friday, December 21, 2001 at 03:28 PM (CST)
Hey Butch! Everyone at MCC misses you so much! I talked to Sherri and she said everything went well on Monday. We all know how strong you are, so keep fighting! Merry Christmas to you and your amazing family!!!
Stacy <stacyamiller@hotmail.com>
Phoenix, AZ - Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 02:42 PM (CST)
I will be thinking of you on Monday as you have surgery. My thoughts and prayers will be with you as always!
Diane Cunningham <dmc21@aol.com>
Marion, IA - Monday, December 17, 2001 at 05:31 AM (CST)
Dear Haukes:I hope Monday's surgery goes well.I will be thinking of all of you and praying for a great result.
Alan Fergin <afergin@setseg.org>
Milford, m - Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 10:58 AM (CST)
Laura and I just visit your web site for an update. We want you to know that you are in our prayers everyday. The hand of God will be with you and your family always.
Greg and Laura Cooper <cooperg@creative-net.net>
Elizabethtown, KY - Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 10:17 AM (CST)
hi butch just wanted to say happy holidays from everybody atmcc. I hope you feel better soon.
Nanette Andro
mesa, az usa - Friday, December 14, 2001 at 04:25 PM (CST)
Hi Everyone! Just checking in... I'm sorry to read how you have had a hard time with the doctors lately. I can't imagine going through all of that and having to leave all of the messages. I hope that your meeting today goes well, I'll be thinking of you.
Keep smilin' that Hauke smile, it's a good one. Best to all of you this holiday. God Bless!
P.S. I know it was awhile ago, but I watched AZ win the World Series and knew that I was cheering along with you Butch. It made it pretty special because I know how the Hauke family loves their baseball.
Sarah Biermacher <s_biermacher@hotmail.com>
Kalamazoo, MI - Friday, December 14, 2001 at 08:19 AM (CST)
Hi Butch! We all truly miss you at work. Just know that your cubicle is still there with your name on it. It's was great to talk to Sheri the other day. She is such a powerhouse of strength and loves you deeply. What a precious gift she is! As this Christmas season unfolds, many prayers are being voiced for you, Butch. You have continually been an encouragment to me and I ask our Lord to restore your health. Keep on believing, Butch and never lose hope. Love, Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at 08:00 PM (CST)
Hi Sheri. I know that you don't really know us. We were neighbors of Butch and Pat in Brighton. Our dayghter Cari and Megan are very close friends and they communicate via the commputer all of the time. We are all checking your entries regarding Butch and his changes in health. Please know that we are all praying for him all of the time and the rest of the family too. Please give our love to Butch, Pat, and Megan. Thank you for keeping all of posted, your dad is a very strong willed man and probably the strongest fighter that I know. Happy holidays to all of you Debbie, Gary, Robin, Cari Delamielleure and Megan (Delamielleure) and Chris Dyer
Debbie Delamielleure <ddelami1@yahoo.com>
Brighton, MI USA - Friday, December 07, 2001 at 09:49 PM (CST)
Sheri - Thanks for the update. I check everyday. Mom has asked about Butch. Mom has been awfully tired also. They tell us it comes with the territory. But it is still not an easy thing to watch.
Your family is continually in our prayers!!
Take care. Love, Wanda (and Grandma Pat)
Wanda
Raleigh, NC USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Friday, December 07, 2001 at 04:17 PM (CST)
Hi Butch,
I just wanted you to know that you have been in our family prayers every night since we heard about the tumor. You have a great family and loving friends. We all hope and pray for your complete recovery and good health again.
Rick Boyle <rboyle@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Friday, December 07, 2001 at 03:31 PM (CST)
Dear Butch and Family,
Hi! Thank you so much for this website! It's greatly appreciated being able to keep up with Butch's progress. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you every day. It was so nice to hear that you were able to spend Thanksgiving Day together. It's amazing how the everyday things become so important! Butch, we're all very much looking forward to the day you come back to visit us here at NAPM (soon to be ISM). We miss your friendliness and warm smile!! God Bless all of you. You're doing a great job taking care of each other. Best holiday wishes to you all!
Margie Petersen <mpetersen@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Thursday, December 06, 2001 at 04:55 PM (CST)
Dear Butch and Family,
I am the Site Admin for GTECH - AZ and worked with Butch for a couple years at GTECH while he managed the "Software Gang". I want to thank our old mutual co-worker, Jim Burlant, for passing on this website. Your Thanksgiving entry was beautiful and sent out a very clear message. Not only should we all be thankful for the things we have, but also the incredible power of love and support team Butch has on his side.
P.S. Butch, your old admin, Lisa Van was recently married. She married a great guy named David and is doing very well. I also married a GREAT guy named David - so when the four of us get together it is Lisa & David and Lisa & David! haha
My thoughts and prayers are with you all,
Lisa (Deschambault) Highley
Phoenix, AZ USA - Tuesday, December 04, 2001 at 11:34 AM (CST)
Haven’t written in a while but wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We enjoy checking out the guestbook and seeing all the names, not just the familar ones. Your courage and determination really helps put “Thanksgiving” in perspective. We have been dealing with a variety of everyday issues, which are insignificant in the scheme of things. We just truly hope that you begin to recover some strength and endurance. Enjoy the Arizona weather and think good thoughts as Kalamazoo has clouded over, with no real clearing likely until January or February. Love and prayers, the Biermachers
John and Sue Biermacher <jjbiermacher@cs.com>
Kalamazoo , MI - Monday, December 03, 2001 at 09:35 PM (CST)
Don't know if you will remember me but I graduated with Bill from Bangor High School. Bob Kirby send an email with the Web page. Saw Bob and Deb when we were back to Mich. for Thanksgiving. They are among our good friends from Vicksburg. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My eldest daughter is surviving a brain tumor...it will be 5 years in Jan. The fight isn't over but attitude is 80% of the fight. God bless you!!!
Sue (Houdek) Pawlak <suzvette@aol.com>
Goodyear, Az USA - Monday, December 03, 2001 at 02:54 PM (CST)
I just finished reading the entire web site; guestbook, journals, and ALL! I worked with Butch at GTECH, but we have been out of touch for a few years. Oddly, he has been in my thoughts for some time now. Only yesterday did I find out what he has been going through. To say that he and his entire family is in my prayers would be an understatement. I'll continue to check back to this site frequently. God bless you Butch. You are truly one of the best people on this planet.
Steve Baker <shbaker@yahoo.com>
Folsom, CA USA - Sunday, December 02, 2001 at 02:02 PM (CST)
Butch's Minnesota sister here, letting everyone know how much I too enjoy all the messages.
I had told Butch today how I get questions about him even from my tennis coaches!
And tonight, an old tennis friend asked how he's doing and added, "You know, Bobbie and Erlinda are now praying for him too." They would be Sister Roberta and Sister Erlinda, missionaries in Guatemala! (I met my friend's sister Bobbie {Roberta} when she was home on furlough and do correspond with her from time to time, as does our sister Linda.)
While remembering Butch in your thoughts and prayers, please include Diane Cunningham in them as well, especially these next few days. She's the young Iowa mother, a brain tumor survivor, who is undergoing more chemo at Mayo (Rochester, MN)at the present time. I "met" her via the internet and she sent us the book "That's Unacceptable", which is about Butch's type of tumor.
Pat <Patdahlman@att.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Friday, November 30, 2001 at 10:48 PM (CST)
Hello Butch and Family! This website is wonderful! We all think of you so often but it isn't easy or convenient to keep in touch. You are so right that we all have sooooo much to be thankful for - that God is caring for you Butch, and helping your wonderful family care for you as well. You are in my prayers daily and hope that my prayers for strength and improvement will be answered if it be God's will. I spent Thanksgiving in Mexico with a friend who works down there. Had a very un-traditional dinner - ham and cheese sandwich! It sounded better to me than a fish taco! Enjoyed it though, and the weather and relaxation were wonderful. Came back with a bit of a tan to see me through till summer. Will be thinking of you with the Christmas holiday season and wishing you all the happiness of the season.
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Friday, November 30, 2001 at 07:24 PM (CST)
Hello Haukes: I usually just send Butch and e- mail but thought I would try this . Thanks for the postings on the web site it sure is a great way to keep informed.You are all doing a great job. Give Butch a hug from me- I think of you often.Love - Alan
Alan Fergin <afergin@setseg.org>
Milford, MI USA - Friday, November 30, 2001 at 12:06 PM (CST)
Hello Butch and Sheri - I used to work with Butch at GTECH Corporation. He is one of the nicest people I've ever met. I didn't have any idea of all that he is going through until now. You can be sure that he will be included in our prayers. We wish you and your family nothing but happiness and good days ahead.
Rachel Barber <rbarber@gtech.com>
Tumwater, WA USA - Friday, November 30, 2001 at 11:36 AM (CST)
Hi Sheri and Butch,
Just read your last entry Sheri. So great to have Turkey dinner with your dad and family. We are still praying for all of you. It is a dark, rainy day here. :( I'd rather have the sunshine any day.
Aunt Ruth <jrhoog2@msn.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Thursday, November 29, 2001 at 06:47 PM (CST)
Glad to hear you were able to enjoy Thanksgiving as a family and that Butch was feeling a little better. Good reminder for all of us to give thanks for what we have and not take anything for granted. It seems to me that someone has a birthday this time of year. Happy Bithday Sherri. Thanks for the updates.
Cornie DenHarder
Portage, MI - Tuesday, November 27, 2001 at 10:42 AM (CST)
Hey Butch, Just checking in to see how you're doing. Take care of yourself and think positive thoughts.
Todd
Todd Salvo <Copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
Mesa, AZ USA - Monday, November 26, 2001 at 11:32 AM (CST)
Oh My God, What a scare, Thankyou Sherrie for the web-page,
I can keep up with how your dad is. I hope Thanksgiving was relaxing and uneventful. I think of you everyday and you are all in my prayers. I wish I was there to help. If there is anything I can do let me know. Take care
Linda & Jerry.
Linda <Linda Lyke@media one.net>
Brighton, Mi US - Friday, November 23, 2001 at 08:18 AM (CST)
Wow, what a scare. I am glad things are going better. Decadron is a miracle drug. I have taken it many times my self. I will continue to keep those thoughts and prayers coming your way.
Diane Cunningham <dmc21@aol.com>
Marion, IA - Wednesday, November 21, 2001 at 07:09 PM (CST)
Butch: You have a wonderful family! All will be ok, we believe it, so it is true! Tell your daughters to hang in there and keep praying! Prayer helps!!
Kim <kwilliams@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ - Monday, November 19, 2001 at 04:26 PM (CST)
Butch - I hope the increased Decadron does the trick. I check in occasionally to see how you are going. We might be on the other side of the world but I know exactly what a roller-coaster ride this can be. Sheri is maintaining a very informative web diary.
Prayers and best wishes
Denis Strangman <string@hotkey.net.au>
Canberra, ACT Australia - Monday, November 19, 2001 at 04:12 AM (CST)
Hi, my name is Cari DeLamielleure. im Megs best friend from MI! my family and i are all sayin prayers for Mr. Hauke! I hope that he will be doing better soon. could you please let him know that our prayers are with you. Again i hope that soon very soon he will be doing and getting better!
I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!
Cari DeLamielleure <softballuver13@yahoo.com>
Brighton, MI USA - Thursday, November 15, 2001 at 07:57 PM (CST)
Sheri - Thanks for updating. I have been worried about your Dad. I heard from your Aunt Pat the other day. That was nice. Tell your Dad the "Grandma Pat gang" in North Carolina in praying awfully hard for him. Just hang in there!! Butch is very lucky to have such a wonderful family. I wish there was more we could do - but for now from N.C. we will just keep those prayers going.
Take care of yourself also.
Love, Wanda
PS Moma laughed this morning while we were on the phone talking. Such a small thing was so wonderful to hear. (I know that you understand how I feel)
YOU TAKE CARE GIRL - I'LL WRITE AGAIN SOON.
Wanda (Grandma Pat's daughter) <wandalong3&aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA!!! - Thursday, November 15, 2001 at 06:36 PM (CST)
Hi Butch,
You were in my thoughts on this beautiful Friday afternoon, so I decided to check up on you only to see that other NAPMers, Carol and Cheryl, had been thinking about you too! Glad to hear you are responding well to recent treatments. You're one tough dude! Wasn't the World Series just great fun (a nail-biter at times)? My husband and I have been big D-Back fans since their first game in '98 so were more than excited about this series. We go home at night and expect to see Game 8! You keep on keepin' on. Thanks to those great ladies in your life! Everyone should have such "support staff." Take care and God bless. Judy Waters
Judy Waters <jwaters@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ Great USA!!! - Friday, November 09, 2001 at 03:43 PM (CST)
Hi Butch! Carol Herda here - yes, I'm still around, and have been busy at work and also traveling. Went to WI to see the family and for a class reunion. (No! I'm not telling which one.)Thanks to Sheri and you for answering my emails. I was thrilled to hear from you, but I really didn't expect to. I know you get all our good wishes, and that's what matters most. Had final training today on our "bleeding edge" new equipment, and will now be running with the big dogs as far as technology is concerned. Not a day goes by that someone doesn't ask about you, and still want you to know that you are missed and loved. Continue your good spirits and progress.
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, November 07, 2001 at 10:36 PM (CST)
Butch:
Glad to hear all is going so well. I have no doubt that just like our remarkable AZ Diamondbacks you too will "rally" the team and win the "series"!!!
So glad to hear that you were able to attend game 2 of the World Series. I bet Ray Charles was remarkable to see/hear in person.
You and your family are in my thoughts often. Take care of yourselves. What will we do with our time until spring training starts?
Cheryl Chadwick at NAPM ("Becoming ISM in January 2002") <cchadwic@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2001 at 10:16 PM (CST)
Butch, You may not remember us but we remember you, fondly.
We are Joe & Phyllis Smith. Perhaps you remember Leslee and Dave-our daughter & son-in-law. You have a lovely daughter, Sheri. We got acquainted with her when John Hoogenboom was hospitalized. Having read some of her journal we realize what you are going through and we wish you well.
Kind regards, Joe & Phyllis
"I will lift up my eyes to the mountains;
From whence shall my help come?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
Psalm 121:1 & 2
Joe and Phyllis Smith <custom1retired@hotmail.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2001 at 07:13 PM (CST)
Butch:
I wanted to check in to say "Hello". You are missed greatly. We hope to see you soon. Take Care Amigo.
Jaime Leija <jleija@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ - Tuesday, November 06, 2001 at 04:39 PM (CST)
Hey Butch,
How about those D-Backs!! Awesome series. Sounds like you're doing ok. Hang in there man. Hope to see you soon.
Todd
Todd Salvo <copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
mesa, az USA - Monday, November 05, 2001 at 12:05 PM (CST)
Butch,
And family, wow sounds like things are going well. I hope your doctor visit on Tuesday goes well, I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I am glad you were able to enjoy the baseball game. I hope they come out the winners!
Diane Cunningham
Diane Cunningham <dmc21@aol.com>
marion, ia - Sunday, November 04, 2001 at 04:32 PM (CST)
It is so good to hear from you. I am glad the treatment is working. Mom has just started back on her IV chemo - even though it is BAD - she has the same attitude as your Dad. SHE IS GOING TO HANDLE IT. I am so proud of our parents - their courage is unmatched. They are my HEROS!!! Love Wanda
PS Tell your Dad hello from Raleigh and Grandma Pat's family.
Wanda (Grandma Pat's daughter) <wandalong3@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA!!!!!! - Saturday, November 03, 2001 at 09:22 AM (CST)
Dear Butch and family - Hi, Scott Sturzl from NAPM here. I was just looking on the Web site to see how Butch was coming along. How wonderful to learn things are going so well. I'll keep all of you in my prayers. Scott
Scott Sturzl <ssturzl@napm.org>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Tuesday, October 30, 2001 at 04:50 PM (CST)
Dear Butch,Sheri & family,
Just wanted to let you know what an incredible inspiration you are to everyone who meets you. I am awestruck over the power of your family's love. Good luck to you, in every way. You are in my prayers.
Mary Mills <mary@bvntv.tv>
West Palm BEach, Fl USA - Thursday, October 25, 2001 at 11:40 AM (CDT)
Dear Butch & Sheri,
Butch your courage and determination in the face of adversity is truly commendable. My father Jack Nelson is the youngest of 11 children and he has always been known as " Butch ". We had the distinct pleasure of getting to know your wonderful daughter Sheri over the weekend under the most trying of times. Butch you are truly blessed. We will continue to pray to God for your complete recovery and thank and praise Him for His answers to all the prayers so far. This message was meant for delivery for 10-24-01 but I messed that one up and now it is blank. Sheri thank you for ministering to your Grandpa Hoogenboom last week it meant a lot to all of us. We will lift you and your family up in prayer also.
Grace and Peace
The Nelsons
Todd, Sharon, TJ & Carl Nelson <toddnelson@worldnet.att.net>
Portage, MI - Thursday, October 25, 2001 at 04:37 AM (CDT)
- Wednesday, October 24, 2001 at 08:31 PM (CDT)
Hello Butch, Pat & Megan, We hope that everything is going well and that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have not had a "happy night" up here all summer long! Take care.
Bob & Maureen <rbrsi@yahoo.com>
Brighton, MI USA - Monday, October 22, 2001 at 11:54 AM (CDT)
Just checking in to see your progress. SOUNDS GREAT!!!
Welcome home.
R Dahlman
San Jose, CA - Thursday, October 18, 2001 at 10:25 PM (CDT)
In case you had not guessed the double entry on the 15th is from me. Hope Butch is doing well.
Cornie DenHarder
Portage, Mi - Thursday, October 18, 2001 at 02:49 PM (CDT)
- Thursday, October 18, 2001 at 10:06 AM (CDT)
Butch: 10/18/01 10:45am
Just read Sheri's latest E-mail and I'm cheering your
home coming. Will contine the prayers for you and have
yo beleive you will beat this. Our very best to you.
Elmo and Marilyn
Elmo and Marilyn Kirby <Elmkirby@aol.com>
Portage, Mi USA - Thursday, October 18, 2001 at 09:55 AM (CDT)
So glad you are home! Mom asked about you today. I will give her the wonderful update tomorrow when I see her. You hang in there Butch - 'cause we are one big B.T. family now. Praying for you and your family .....Wanda (Grandma Pat's daughter)
Wanda Long
Raleigh, NC USA!!!! - Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 09:54 PM (CDT)
Yay Butch!! Hang in there and get some good rest. As I keep saying, the hard part is over!! Take Care!
Kim <kwilliams@capsresearch.org>
- Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 11:02 AM (CDT)
Hey Butch!! Everyday I check the website to see if there is anything new. And everyday, there is usually something new. You have a GREAT attitude about this whole thing and a great attitude on life. You have an amazing family!! So strong! Good luck with this new treatment. CGCC is doing GREAT!! Everybody asks about you and sends their prayers for you. Stay strong!! You're in our thoughts and prayers!!
Malissa Cordova <ikon@cgcmail.maricopa.edu>
Mesa, AZ USA - Monday, October 15, 2001 at 05:01 PM (CDT)
When you see Butch today tell him that we think of him every day and pray for success with this new treatment. His attitude is amazing! I talked to him a week ago and just could not believe how upbeat he sounded. We really appreciate Sheri's updates. You too are amazing Sheri. Patti and Megan you are in our thoughts as well. I know Butch is bing taken care of very well by all of you. Tell Butch that Brian got engaged last week. They plan to get married next September and I expect to see him at the wedding. His fiance's name is Lana and she is from Grand Rapids.
- Monday, October 15, 2001 at 07:13 AM (CDT)
When you see Butch today tell him that we think of him every day and pray for success with this new treatment. His attitude is amazing! I talked to him a week ago and just could not believe how upbeat he sounded. We really appreciate Sheri's updates. You too are amazing Sheri. Patti and Megan you are in our thoughts as well. I know Butch is bing taken care of very well by all of you. Tell Butch that Brian got engaged last week. They plan to get married next September and I expect to see him at the wedding. His fiance's name is Lana and she is from Grand Rapids.
- Monday, October 15, 2001 at 07:13 AM (CDT)
Hi from the Delamielleure's. It sounds like day one of the treatment plan went very well. Please give Butch and Pat our prayers and a great big HUG too. Love, Gary, Deb, Robin, Cari and Meg and Chris Dyer too.
Deb Delamielleure <ddelami1@yahoo.com>
Brighton, MI USA - Friday, October 12, 2001 at 07:15 PM (CDT)
Sounds as if the treatment is going as planned. We'll keep hoping and praying that it continues that way. We have and will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. I am a true believer in the power of prayer and positive energy. Reading the journal and the guest guestbook is inspirational. You are surrounded by loved ones, both near and far because of the good person you are. Keep fighting the fight.
John and Sue Biermacher <jjbiermacher@cs.com>
Kalamazoo, MI - Thursday, October 11, 2001 at 10:37 PM (CDT)
Butch: I really miss talking to you! I hope and pray that everything progresses well. Take Care Friend.
jaime <jleija@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ usa - Thursday, October 11, 2001 at 01:26 PM (CDT)
hey i hope you do well Mr. Hauke. It is me, Cari, Megs best friend from Michigan. Mr. Hauke our prayers will all ways be with you. You guys were always there for me, and I'M THERE FOR YOU! i'm all ways thinking of you guys and i always will. best of luck. hope it gets better.
Cari DeLamielleure <softballuver13@yahoo.com>
Brighton, MI U.S.A - Wednesday, October 10, 2001 at 05:53 PM (CDT)
GOOD NEWS!! - Thanks for updating. You and your family are on our minds constantly......Wanda
Wanda Long <wandalong3@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA!!! - Wednesday, October 10, 2001 at 04:05 PM (CDT)
we're friends of bill and peggy and they've kept us informed. we've been praying for all of you and i sent out a prayer request email to friends and family all over the US.
sherry lepird <sherry.lepird@wmich.edu>
kalamazoo, mi usa - Wednesday, October 10, 2001 at 03:09 PM (CDT)
Great News about the surgury. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Since the tigers aren't even good enough to make the playoffs, guess I'll have to become a Diamond Backs Fan. Hang in there and stay strong!
Your cousin
Bruce
Bruce Rayce <Bmrayce@aol.com>
Midland, MI - Wednesday, October 10, 2001 at 09:00 AM (CDT)
Hi Sheri - Thanks for the update. Sounds like you have a movie star on your hands. There will be no stopping your Dad now. Mom and I are anxious to hear how the treatment goes. We are praying for you. Tell your Dad that Mom said she is VERY proud of him and to hang in there.
Wanda and Grandma Pat <wandalong3@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA!!! - Tuesday, October 09, 2001 at 09:21 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch and Pat and Family,
My prayers are with you. Good Luck Butch you can do it. We will get all of our talking books and send them to you, Jerry listens to them all the time. If there is anything you need please let us know.....
Linda Lyke & Family <Lindalyke@mediaone.net>
Brighton, Mi U.S. - Monday, October 08, 2001 at 08:38 PM (CDT)
Hey Butch, Just wanted to say hi and that we are all thinking about you. Good luck tomorrow. We're all really confident that you're going to be just fine. We all hope to see you soon.
Everyone at MCC
P.S. GO DBACKS
Todd Salvo <Copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
Mesa, AZ U.S. of A. - Monday, October 08, 2001 at 11:30 AM (CDT)
Hey Butch, Just wanted to say hi and that we are thinking about you. Good luck tomorrow. We're all confident that you're going to be just fine. Cant wait to see you.
everyone at MCC
P.S. GO DBACKS
Todd Salvo <Copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
Mesa, AZ U.S. of A. - Monday, October 08, 2001 at 11:21 AM (CDT)
To Butch and the rest of the Hauke Family~ My Dad (John Biermacher) has always said that God only gives you what you can handle. I remember the first time he said it was when someone asked how I could be such a good person and Dad replied with "I believe that God only gives you what you can handle and he must not trust me very much." Of course that conversation was before I hit the teenager years so I think that God has more trust in my dad now. :)
Anyways, my point is that God must have more confindence/trust in you than you or anyone else ever knew and given you a VERY strong family to help you along the way. You will be in my prayers this week.
Keep Smiling that Hauke Smile, it's a good one! God Bless!
Sarah Biermacher <s_biermacher@hotmail.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Monday, October 08, 2001 at 08:36 AM (CDT)
Our prayers are always with you Butch, Sheri and Megan. We are all together in this. Love always, Darregan,
It's been six months since I sent an entry to this very valuable website. (THANK YOU, THANK YOU Sheri, for setting it up. Countless numbers of my friends here in Minnesota and in other parts of the country have kept up to date via it.)
It has been wonderful to read the comments of so many people in the lives of my AZ Hauke family, and know how you've touched them in the past, Butch, and to learn that they too are saying many prayers and offering support.
I'm thinking of the four of you so much today, with the newest treatment facing you tomorrow, Butch. Many days you are all CONSTANTLY on my mind, in my heart, and a part of continuous prayers. Today is no exception.
I'm so grateful for the times Rick and I had together with the four of you last month, and the chance to see firsthand the courage you possess at this time, Butch.
I pray for more strength than ever to be granted to you this next week.
"Expect a miracle" was written on some note paper I had a few years back. That's exactly what I'm hoping for at this moment.
Love to the four of you!
Pat/Aunt Pat <Patdahlman@att.net>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Sunday, October 07, 2001 at 03:54 PM (CDT)
Sheri - How's your Dad? Mom is doing better. She was really sick last week. She couldn't even take her chemo. She did get a treatment today and seems to be doing pretty good. She asked about your Dad today. Thanks for signing her guestbook. She enjoys hearing from you and your family. Maybe one day we can all meet. Love, Wanda and Grandma Pat
Wanda Long and Grandma Pat <wandalong3@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA!!! - Thursday, October 04, 2001 at 08:51 PM (CDT)
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you always. Linda keeps me informed with Sheri's letters. Our love to all of you! Take care and God Bless!
The White Family (Patti, Dana & Abigail) <monarchgrn@aol.com>
Phoenix , AZ United States - Wednesday, October 03, 2001 at 08:27 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! So glad you are a candidate for this new experimental treatment! Science makes in-roads daily and this may be just the "fix" for those stubborn tumors. My family and I are continually praying for you. I have shared your journey with them because they care about others-especially those dear to me. (More people praying the better, right?) You are a brave man, Butch, and an example to all of us of what true courage is. Your daughter, Sheri, is such a strong young woman. She is always a tower of strength when I see and talk with her. As a parent, you have every right to be proud. Always know that you are being remembered and thought about. God bless you and may He enable you to be still throughout the coming procedure. In love and friendship, Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, October 03, 2001 at 05:08 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, just wanted to let you know that I am still here thinking of you and wishing you and your family all the best. Take care
Jason Shea <micheal_j_shea@fleet.com>
Riverside, RI USA!!! - Friday, September 28, 2001 at 01:22 PM (CDT)
Hi butch, Sorry I haven't been in touch for awhile,but I've been busy with the beginning of semester rush and all. I'm over working with Jack at SCC now. I am still at Microchip also. My daughter(your granddaughter:)) has finished her first acting classes and is starting another set this weekend. She also has her portfolio pictures in finally. I would like to send you one if Sheri could please email me with your email address. I will make the effort to write more now that things have slowed down a bit. Our hopes and prayers are with you always. Take care.
kirk pieper and family <ttaakp1@aol.com>
chandler, az usa - Friday, September 28, 2001 at 10:51 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch and Pat, I have been praying and I so glad the surgery went well. I wish I was back in Arizonia so I could stop and see you. I will be flying in soon. I really enjoyed seeing the pictures of all of you. Thankyou Sherrie for doing such a great job on keeping us up to date.
Linda Lyke <Lindalyke@mediaone.net>
Brighton, Mi U.S. - Wednesday, September 26, 2001 at 07:13 PM (CDT)
Butch:
How's my "remarkable" man doing? Even though I don't sign in on the guestbook often, never doubt that I'm not checking up on you via your great Web site. Your girls have sure done a great job. They must make you very proud.
I'm very excited about this great opportunity (new treatment) you're going to be taking advantage of. Leave it to you to be a front runner in the leading edge of medical history!!!
All joking aside...my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your battle.
Miss all your smiles and charm at NAPM. ;-)
Cheryl Chadwick <cchadwic@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, September 25, 2001 at 10:03 PM (CDT)
Simply checking in to say hi and that we are happy the surgery went well; the post-surgery recovery is moving faster than expected; and the treatemnt is starting sooner than expected. I (John) looked at Peregrine's website and it was/is amazing to see the description of their clinical protocols. It is almost a given that cellular therapy will be the next major breakthrough for modern medicine. We'll keep hoping and praying that this regimen is sucessful and Butch will be part of the scientific breakthrough.
The website is wonderful. We'll keep in touch and will try to think of a way to help manage the isolation aspect.
John and Sue Biermacher <jjbiermacher@cs.com>
Kalamazoo, MI - Tuesday, September 25, 2001 at 09:51 PM (CDT)
Great to see all the AZ Haukes over the too-fast 3 day weekend. Hope to repeat and see you again soon. Good luck with the Oct 8 treatment! Rick D
Rick Dahlman <dahlman@att.net>
San Jose, CA USA - Tuesday, September 25, 2001 at 03:00 PM (CDT)
What a wonderful website and a good way to keep friends and family informed as to updated info. Your Aunt Pat has been keeping us informed but this is a much more updated method. I will have to visit more often to see how Butch is doing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and will keep our fingers crossed with the new treatment.
Hang in there.
Jeanne Anderson( your Aunt Pat's friend, tennis playmate and former neighbor in WBL>) <jeanorm@msn.com>
Chandler, AZ USA - Sunday, September 23, 2001 at 08:04 PM (CDT)
Hello All, I've been following the website, ever since it appeared on Marg's Jouney. I will be keeping Butch in my prayers. I also keep up with Grandma Pat (Hi Wanda!!). It is quite interesting the different routes one can take in fighting this Thing. Please keep up with your site so that we can walk this journey with you all. Lisa
M. Lisa Santana <santana81@home.com>
Ferndale , WA USA - Thursday, September 20, 2001 at 02:33 PM (CDT)
Sheri - just spoke with Mom (Grandma Pat) she asked about your Dad. She doesn't have a computer - so she wanted me to leave you a message that she is thinking about you-all and that she feels like things are going to go really good from now on. Love, Wanda and Grandma Pat
Wanda and Grandma Pat
Raleigh, NC USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 07:40 PM (CDT)
Butch, I'm glad to hear that things are going so well. Hang tough, buddy!!!
Kim in CAPS Research <kwilliams@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ US - Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 05:46 PM (CDT)
Hey Butch,
Im really happy to hear that everything went well yesterday. You're a tough S.O.B. Keep fighting this damn thing and you'll pull through. Everyone here at MCC says hi and wishes you and everyone close to you well. You're truly blessed with a great daughter and a wonderful family. I hope to see you soon. Take it easy.
Todd Salvo <copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
mesa, az Beautiful USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 05:11 PM (CDT)
SHERI - WHAT WONDERFUL NEWS. Your Aunt Pat has been including me in on the family e-mails. THANKS!! I have been praying for you and keeping my Mom updated on your Dad's progress. Mom goes for her second CPT11 chemo at 1:40pm Thursday. She still feels terrible from last week. But there is nothing else to do but KEEP ON KEEPING ON.......Take care and I will be checking your site daily....Love Wanda
Wanda Long
Raleigh, NC USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 04:34 PM (CDT)
Dear Butch and Family,
So glad to hear the surgery went well yesterday! Needless to say, my thoughts and prayers are with you every day!!
Butch, you have a wonderful support group there with you. I know it makes a world of difference having people around you that really care and love you so much!
Thank you, Sheri, for doing such a fantastic job in keeping us all informed! As the saying goes - MIRACLES DO HAPPEN - and it couldn't happen to a nicer family!!
Butch, we're looking forward to the day when you come to visit us here at NAPM (soon to be ISM).
Take care and God Bless all of you.
Margie Petersen <mpetersen@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 04:06 PM (CDT)
Uncle Butch,
Just heard from Mom and you just got out of 4 hours of surgery. I have been thinking of you and praying hard since 11:30 this morning when your surgery started. (Kyle too!) I copied the picture of you, Patti, Sheri, Megan, and Theresa in Kalamazoo that was on your website and have it pasted to my computer today. Mom promised to call me tonight after she hears from Sheri. We're crossing our fingers. Love from Debbie and family
Debbie McIntyre <dmcin@landolakes.com>
Plymouth, MN USA - Tuesday, September 18, 2001 at 03:49 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch,
I still think of you often and am praying for you, especially tonight as I read that you will be going through surgery tomorrow! God Bless you and your family!
Sandy Tek <oostertek@pro-usa.net>
Mesa, AZ USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 10:28 PM (CDT)
I'm hoping for the best, and am so glad that butch got the chance to come to Michigan and visit all of us. It was good to talk with him and hear how he felt about things in person.
James Penar <jimnbeck@net-link.net>
Mendon, MI 49072 - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 09:21 PM (CDT)
Dear Butch and his wonderful family,
Good luck tommorrow. Everything will be just fine with the great support you have. I will be thinking of you and will check the web page to find out the outcome of your surgery. Goodluck. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Francie Baron <adb1@qwest.net >
Gilbert, Az USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 08:42 PM (CDT)
Butch, sorry we missed you upon your visit to Michigan. We had so hoped to visit with you and the family. The pictures on the album were great. Enjoyed them very much. We will keep you in our prayers and may you have a great day tomorrow. We Love You, Jack & Rhonda Smoker
Jack R. Smoker <smoker@modempool.com>
Jackson, MI USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 08:03 PM (CDT)
Sheri - LOVE THE PICTURES -You have a beautiful family- Now I can put a face with the e-mails. I will be praying for strength for you and your family. HANG IN THERE GIRL!!!!! Tell your Dad - "GOOD LUCK BUTCH!!" GOD BLESS - Keep in touch (Please!!)
Wanda Long
Raleigh, NC USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 04:44 PM (CDT)
Dear Butch and Sheri -
I just read the news regarding your surgery tomorrow. I admire your strength and perseverance, and I will be filled with prayers for you both today and tomorrow. I hope you don't mind if I share this site with my uncle, who is battling a similar illness and might be inspired by your courage.
Sheri and Family - I will also keep you in my prayers asking that you be able to maintain the ironclad support structure that you've created. A pretty awesome family, I'd say!
Love,
Amy Maher
Amy Maher <amaher@aventail.com>
Glencoe, IL USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 02:40 PM (CDT)
Pat and Butch, my praires are with the both of you in your time of trials. May God bless you and hold you dear and give you strength to cay through. Love you both!
Joe Penar <machinegunjoe63@yahoo.com>
White Plains, MD USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 10:59 AM (CDT)
Dear Butch and Family and Sheri, you are truly a dear,
sweet daughter, sheri, your dad is really really luck
to have you at his side....and Butch please keep your
excellent outlook as you can beat this thing you have.
and my prayers are with you all.....
God Bless you all,
Mary Bowman
Mary Bowman <mary@apwmi.com>
Kalamazoo, Mi USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 09:07 AM (CDT)
We are truly saddened at the recent report following your Dr. visit. Obviously we were hoping for better news, but it sounds as if you are confronting this setback in the best manner possible-- straightforward as a family unit with the love, support, and prayers of so many people behind you. We admire all of you and your courage. Update from Bill indicated that you will have another surgery and hopefully become part of an experimental protocol. We believe that it will work because we all such happy lives and it is only right that they continue. Happiness isn’t a finite quantity- it is something we create with the zest for life you have always shown. Sue had a cousin who had several reoccurrences of breast cancer. At one point, it looked as if all avenues of treatment were blocked. She received some experimental (stem cells) therapy and made a remarkable recovery. Even though the cancer ultimately overcame her, the treatment gave her an additional 12-16 months. It wasn’t just a case of her living longer. She made miraculous recovery and was returned to an extremely high quality of life. She was able to travel and enjoy the same things she always did. Please stay strong and our prayers will continue for a successful surgery.
John and Sue Biermacher <JJBiermacher@cs,com>
Kalamazoo, MI - Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 09:15 PM (CDT)
Uncle Butch,
Just in at work to get caught up on some things and read Sheri's update. Of course, Mom has been keeping my posted on your progress too. Just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. One of our sermons at church recently was about healing and prayer. Our pastor took us through several steps and the key was to VISUALIZE the cause of the sickness and pray for healing. I have been visualizing that darn tumor of yours fading away. You keep fighting! I hope it helps you to know that others are thinking of you. I will be thinking of you especially during your next surgery and was happy to hear that Mom and Rick are going to be able to make it down there. Take care...love you lots!! All my best to Patti, Sheri, and Megan too. Love,Debbie
Debbie McIntyre <dmcin@landolakes.com>
Plymouth, MN USA - Saturday, September 15, 2001 at 08:24 AM (CDT)
Hi, Butch - I'm looking forward to you visiting me here at CAPS Research...Just down the hall from the NAPM copy center. You and I had some really good discussions about the work ethic - and the meaning of family. Your family has shown its mettle - and I know you are very proud of them. Keep fighting!!
Steve Wade <swade@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 11:02 AM (CDT)
We Continue to keep you in our prayers , as we have from the beginning.
Terry and Corky Glidden <cglidden@i2k.com>
Bangor, Mi. U.S. - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 09:09 AM (CDT)
Dear Butch, I am sitting here in my office. It's 7:30 p.m. and I just read Sheri's report on your meeting with Dr. Shaprio yesterday. There are no words to convey the heaviness in my heart for you as you ponder a second surgery. Please know that sincere prayers are being lifted up for you right now. God said he wouldn't give us more than we could bear...he definitely knows your deep strength and the unshakable support that surrounds you. Butch, you are a wonderful person. I'll never forget the first day you started in IKON. The great job you did at Southwest Gas, NAPM, MCC and Chandler/Gilbert. The terrific team spirit you had working on the first ever Bonus Bucks Event. The Harkins Theater theme was a first...and if I remember, right, it was your idea:):) That was such a fun evening!! I will keep on believing for you, Butch. Faith, Hope and Love are the medicines from heaven. You keep that smile going, your chin up and stay positive in your thoughts. May God bless you and may His healing hands touch you in a very special way right now! Love to you and your family. Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, September 12, 2001 at 10:01 PM (CDT)
Sheri - Thanks for updating. I was anxious to find out how your Dad's appointment went. We will be praying for him and your whole family. If for some reason you end up at Duke, let me know. We don't live far from there. The doctors in the clinic at Duke are heading up Mom's treatment. I will drive over and keep you company. Best wishes, and I will be keeping a check on your website. Butch, Keep that positive spirit, I really think that helps!! Praying for you.......Wanda
Wanda Long
Raleigh, NC USE - Wednesday, September 12, 2001 at 05:13 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, Pat, Megan, and Sherrie, I think of you often and I love all the work that Sherrie has done on the up-dates. I
hope your labor day trip was good. I am praying for you everyday. I will be in Arizonia in the next month to see the kids and will give you a call. Take care
Linda and Family
Linda Lyke <Linda Lyke @media one.net>
Brighton, Mi - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 07:09 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch,
Sounds like you have been busy. I see you had a MRI on Friday, I hope the results are good. I think about you and your family everyday. I enjoy reading the wonderful updates on the web site, and email Pat as time permits! Take care all and I will continue to send those prayers your way.
Diane Cunningham <dmc21@aol.com>
Marion, IA USA - Saturday, September 08, 2001 at 06:26 AM (CDT)
Dear Butch & Sheri,
Just wanted you to know that you all are constantly in our thoughts and prayers. What an incredible daughter you are Sheri. You are an inspiration to me.
With love,
Rachel
Rachel Hillis <rjhillis@aol.com>
Scottsdale, AZ USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 10:44 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch. Everybody says hi that is at MCC. We are moving in our new building in October so they say. My soccer season starts on September 20, wish you could be there. TODD and Tammy seem to keep this place rocking. I HOPE to hear from you soon. Keep hanging in there tough guy.
Nanette Andro <copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
Mesa, AZ U.S.A. - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 12:17 PM (CDT)
Dear Butch we think of you every day and always remember you in our prayers. We appreciate sheri's keeping us informed of your progress. Our love to ypu,Patti,Megan and Sherri. Bill and Pauline Manifold
Pauline Manifold <pbmanifole@aol.com>
Kalaamazoo, Mi USA - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 11:43 AM (CDT)
Dear, dear Sheri, Thank you so much for the continued (beautifully done) updates of your father and his household. I do not believe I have thanked you before, and I am sorry I have been so negligent. (I am Pat's cousin, Shaun, from Cincinnati - we met over brunch!).
We continue to pray for all of you from up here in Ohio, and we will certainly be zeroing in on this upcoming MRI date.
I know how much you are loved by your father, Pat and Megs -I cannot imagine the pain you are all going through. May Christ's peace and love settle down in your hearts and continue to strengthen you in all of your needs. Love from Shaun
Shaun McLean <shaun@mcleanweb.com>
Cincinnati, OH USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2001 at 05:18 PM (CDT)
I hope you are all doing well. My father is suffering a GBM IV as well and my thoughts are with you all. I found your site through Mr Strangman and his family. He has certainly done a lot to link suffers and families.
All my love, Michael
Michael Davoren <mjdavoren@bigpond.com.au>
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Monday, September 03, 2001 at 07:54 AM (CDT)
Thanks for the great update. I check your site often as it comforting for us to follow someone else with a glioblastoma. We don't feel so "all alone". Wanda (Pat Anderson's daughter)
Wanda Long <wandalong3@aol.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 09:29 PM (CDT)
Butch and Sher Bear,
Just read your latest entry as of today, 9-1. Where did the summer go??? Gramp is here right now. He was napping. I washed his hair here today too. He went to the Dr. yesterday to get his cathater out. Has to have prostrate surgery in 4-5 weeks. A two day stay in the hospital. He is a bit weak but glad to be back to more normal. My mother is now living with us. We have had some major changes in the last few months (weeks). Life has a way of changing every day. We have to be glad to see another day that the Lord has given each of us. We continue to pray for you Butch and your beautiful daughter. Patty and Megan too. I am sorry I didn't get to see you when you were in Kzo. Will keep in touch. God Bless you every day. We love you.
Ruth Hoogenboom <jrhoog2@msn.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 01:44 PM (CDT)
Good Morning, Butch! I was just reading today's thought in a little devotional book my daughter gave me to keep on my desk. As I was skimming through it I found one that made me think of you and your daughter, Sheri..."Tenderness and kindness are not signs of weakness and despair but manifestatiions of strength and resolution." You and your daughter embrace others with such kindness and grace. It is truly a refection of your inner strength and personal determination. We are blessed by who you are and how comfortably you share with us your present journey. May today be a better day than yesterday and tomorrow even better than today. Keep on believing. You are loved a lot!
Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Monday, August 27, 2001 at 02:42 PM (CDT)
Happy Sunday, Butch! Just Carol checking in again with continued best wishes and prayers from myself and all who know you at NAPM. Did you hear that we will be changing our name January 1st? ISM - that should get you wondering. It's Institute for Supply Management. More later - keep the faith.
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 11:43 AM (CDT)
Hi - I got your website from Marg's site. My mother was also featured on their website (Pat Anderson). Mom was diagnosised on 1/11/01. She just finished taking her 2nd round of Temadore. Now we wait 23 days before starting an IV chemo. Anyway it is good to have another site to follow. This BT world is much smaller thru the internet. Mom's site looks almost identical to yours. We will add you to our prayer list. God Bless......Wanda
Wanda Long
Raleigh, NC USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 09:36 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch
Just wanted to let you know that you're in our prayers. We hope that you enjoy the audio book that we have sent. Gary & I find that in our busy schedule of our old lives (Gary's old life, not mine!) Reading books on tape is a lot quicker and more interesting. Our love and prayers to all of you.
Debbie, Gary, Robin, Cari Delamielleure, oops Megan and Chris Dyer too <gdel@cac.net>
Brighton, MI USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 04:07 PM (CDT)
Just wanted to check in, say hi, and express hope that you are feeling well. We have had some cooler and wet (very much needed) weather. The last two days have been just about perfect. Saw Bill and Peg last night. Bill and I hoisted one (just one) after we both mowed. His lawn looks about ten times better than mine but he works at it about 50 times harder- so I still win. I had a birthday earlier this month - just one of many, but I did received a really nice email from Pat. Hi to everyone and you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Sue Biermacher <jjbiermacher@cs.com>
Kalamazoo, Mi - Tuesday, August 21, 2001 at 10:02 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! I hope this message finds you in good spirits and feeling better and stronger. I was off last week-my sister came to visit for the week and we had a most wonderful, relaxing time. It was just great to do whatever we wanted without being on a time schedule. We had so much fun painting pottery one evening with my daughter and two friends. Our "works of art" turned out pretty good! I am so glad you had a wonderful vacation in Michigan with your family and friends. Just what the doctor ordered and more, I'm sure. I was just thinking of our team working on the Bonus Bucks event last year, Butch. We worked so well together and had fun doing it-even though it was a ton of work! I hope you'll be able to join in the fun when we have our next one sometime in October. My prayers continue for your healing, Butch. Keep up your great spirit and smile. We all miss you and look forward to seeing you very soon. Love to you and your family. Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 12:37 PM (CDT)
Dear Butch
I have been pretty negligent lately, haven't been "on line" for about three weeks. It is great to hear that you are hanging in there so well. Glad you were able to get back to Bangor. I haven't been there for years. Saw Aunt Bernice a couple of weeks ago. She seems great and always up beat. Want you to know that just because you don't hear from me very often, you need to know that you are in my prayers every night. Keep fighting the good fight, you can beat this thing!
Much Love
Your Cousin
Bruce
Bruce Rayce <Bmrayce@aol.com>
Midland, Mi - Friday, August 17, 2001 at 03:36 PM (CDT)
Dear Butch and Sheri, I love your journal and faithfully read it to keep up-to-date. I think and pray for your continued success. Am amazed at all your efforts Sheri. You are an angel.
John Klosterman <tennisjohn@netzero.net>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 07:33 AM (CDT)
Butch:
How is it going amigo? Everyone at Corporate passes on their hello's. We really miss you. Once you're up to it, we would love to take you and your great wife and daughters out for lunch or dinner. Keep the faith, we all are! I hope to speak and see you soon. Your friend Jaime.
Jaime Leija <jleija@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 11:50 AM (CDT)
Hello Butch,
It's good to read that you went on a trip to visit with family and friends.
Also, it was great to see you last month, at Lynell's going away!
Well, I just wanted to send you a quick note to say hello and let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Keep faith...
Hope to see you, soon.
DÍOS TE BENDIGA!
Jesús Chuy Moraila <jmoraila@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ - Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 04:14 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! Welcome back to Arizona. Sounds like you had a grand time, and you were sure there when they had some weather almost as bad as ours!! Bet you enjoyed giving them the berries about that!! Missed the updates on the website as did all at NAPM. You are in our prayers and thoughts so much - know that - and continue the good work!
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 12:53 AM (CDT)
hey butch did you see any of the baseball games the last
couple of weeks? the diamondbacks are really inconcistent
they better start winning if they want to go to the play-
offs. we all miss you here. todd,andy, stacy,kirk,norma,
gene,jaime ,jessica, andrea and nanette and tammy all say
hi. Keep hanging in there tough guy. Hope the doctor
appointments go well. I am getting shots12 for my movement
disorder and I have some good and bad days.
Your daughter sounds so positive and that's great.
I admire her for that.
I hope to see you soon your friend
Nanette Andro
- Friday, August 10, 2001 at 06:01 PM (CDT)
It was great seeing Butch, Patti, and Megan (Jan and Kendal) on their recent trip to MI. Sorry that we did get to see Sheri, but sounded like her schedule was packed. During our two visits with Butch, there was very little (no) discussion on health issues because they seemed irrelevant- Butch was Butch. He was strong and energetic and we simply caught up on the day-to-day with a bunch of reminiscing and yucking it up.
Chance we'll see you in October. John and Sue
John and Sue Biermacher <jjbiermacher@cs.com>
Kalamazoo, MI - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 09:48 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, just me checking in and wishing you well from
EVERYONE at NAPM and all the other people you have met through working there. All send a prayer and a thumbs-up! You should see our site now - awesome with the new machines, and when the networking is complete, we'll truly be leading edge! Bet we'd have to train you on that side of it!!!
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA (of course!) - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 04:21 PM (CDT)
Hey there Butch. How are you? Hanging in there sounds like. Miss your big doofy ass. Hope to see you soon. I'm going to watch the Mets pound the crap out of the D Backs on Friday. It's Randy Johnson bobble head doll night and he's pitching. The Mets own Lurch everytime they face him. Lets Go Mets! Hang in there buddy. Hopefully I'll either see or talk to you soon.
Todd Salvo
Todd Salvo <copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
Mesa, AZ USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 07:29 PM (CDT)
Hi Uncle Butch,
I'd like to see you sometime in Arizona.
How are the Diamond Backs doing?
Love,
Andrew
P.s.Lightning made Gram's electricity go off when I was writing before.
Andrew McIntyre <Patdahlman@Hotmail.com>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 01:33 PM (CDT)
HI UNCLE BUTCH ,
ARE YOU DOING GOOD?
LOVE, ERINN
Hi Butch,
Erinn and Andrew are visiting Gram and Gramp, and love to be on the computer. We just checked your website and I
asked if they would like to send a message. Andrew will do it next. Glad you are having a good visit in Michigan.
Love,
Pat
ERINN MC INTYRE <Patdahlman@Hotmail.com>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 11:05 AM (CDT)
hey butch i for got stacy and kirk say hi too . please let me know what the drs say in tucson. i miss you alot
nanette <copy center @ mcmail. maricop. edu>
- Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 08:31 PM (CDT)
hi butch i hope you get better soon. I AM learning morestuff everyday . I HOPE YOU GOT MY CARDS IN THE MAIL . LET ME KNOW WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU GO TO TUCSON OK. JAIME TODD ANDY JESSICA DREA GENE NORMA AND TAMMY ALL SAY HI AND KEEP HANGING IN THERE TOUGH GUY . NANETTE SAYS HI TOO.
NANETTE <copy center@mcmail. maricopa.edumesa>
mesa , az usa - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 08:09 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! How are you doing my friend? I think of you often and am praying for your renewed strength and healing. I was off work for nine days after my knee surgery. I came back July 23rd and am hobbling around a little better each day. Sandy Tek came in the office this afternoon to show off her new baby boy, Canyon Mason. He is such a doll at 2 months old!! I really hope you have a wonderful trip to Michigan. Take lots of pictures so we can see where you've been. I've never been to Michigan-but I understand it's very pretty this time of year. My sister is coming out for a week's visit August 11th. I am looking forward to it very much. Isn't family wonderful! I will check with Sheri to reschedule our lunch visit. It will be so good to see you again and just chat. God bless you and your family, Butch. You have such a beautiful built-in cheering section!! Your IKON family sends their heartfelt best wishes and prayers. Talk to you soon! Love, Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 06:31 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! We are all so happy to read and hear about the wonderful care you are receiving. What a team your doctors and family make! Our prayers and thoughts are with you always! We will install our new "leading edge" equipment this Wednesday, and we are all so excited. They will be installed as regular copiers first, and then we'll network them within the next 3-4 weeks. Pretty fancy stuff, huh? We are all busy as usual. Did you know we are changing our name? To Institute for Supply Management ISM. That's going to be a big job given that everything we print has to be changed, the building signage, products, etc. Hey - we can handle it! Take care and know my thoughts are with you.
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Monday, July 23, 2001 at 07:41 AM (CDT)
Pat, You and Butch and the family continue to be in my thought and prayers!
Love,
Danelle
Danelle Farris <farris101@aol.com>
Litchfield Park, az - Saturday, July 21, 2001 at 05:14 PM (CDT)
Thanks for all the wonderful information, Sherri. Those of us at Wellness who love Pat are always anxious for updates. This is a great idea. Well done!
Sue Meyn <sue@journalmagic.com>
Scottsdale, AZ USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 02:43 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch,
I've been checking this web page frequently to see how you are doing. Your family sounds so wonderful. What a blessing during such a difficult time. I have you on my prayer list and I hope we'll see your smiling face back around NAPM sometime soon. Take care, Yvette
Yvette Korpan <ykorpan@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ 85284 - Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 06:06 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! By now you know that we have renewed our contract with IKON and are going to "bleeding edge" equipment. We are all so excited!!!!! Annette and Steven are the best, and all is running like a well-oiled machine. I took some vacation - went to Washington State camping and fishing for a couple of weeks, but am back on the job now. We all check this site just to keep tabs on you. Thanks to your family we are well informed. Take care and please, let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Thursday, July 12, 2001 at 04:56 PM (CDT)
Butch,
Bill, Peg, Sue, and I sat on the front stoop tonight.- some things never change. I admitted that I hadn't returned to this website since your early diagnosis. So I decided to revisit the site. Truly amazing. Sheri's updates are very informative. We have been relying on Bill for updates. Well - he is a really nice guy, we love him dearly but I don’t think a second career at news reporting is in his future. Sheri might want to consider it.
I wish your MIR report was better but hopefully the new medication will be effective. I type so slowly, I will save our discussion on the MIR experience until your visit in August. But did want to share with you something else that came up during our porch conversation.
The bar in the hotel in Wayland has been redone and it is called “Regret’s Only”. It has paper placemats. They have a heading “My Biggest Regret” with space below to fill in. Patrons/wait staffs then post the more interesting ones in common areas around the establishment. Well, to make short story longer I was in there and read a placement that was thumb tacked above the urinal and I’ll try to repeat it as best I can.
“It was my senior year at Wayland High. I was the starting pitcher, and pretty damn good. One particular game against Bangor I was faced by a batter- everyone on the bench was calling him Butch- but several voices from the stands called him Floyd. When I first assessed him I thought I would bait with some sucker pitches. He let the first two pass- 2 and 0. The next was high and inside but the umpire gave me a break and called it a strike-- 2 and 1. I followed with a fast ball that he fouled off - 2 and 2. I somehow sensed that I was extremely lucky he hadn’t fully connected. Now I was scared -I didn't dare go outside with this guy. I tried to catch the inside corner- maybe I did, maybe I didn’t- but Butch (Floyd) stood tall, didn’t swing, and the umpire agreed with his judgment-- 3 and 2. It was then that I knew I was up against an uncompromising foe. I wanted to smoke him but there was just something about his stance that said- “don’t try it.” So I went high and inside, Butch (Floyd?) stood like a statue and it was ball four for a walk. To this day, I can’t t remember what the outcome of the inning was- but Wayland won 6 to 5. Yet I am still haunted by this Butch (Floyd?). I wish I had put one straight down the middle, as hard and as fast I could throw, but I didn’t- I was intimidated by the presence of this boy from Bangor. Even after my years in the big leagues with Detroit and California, I replay this experience in my mind. I have even considered going to Bangor to see if I could find this Butch (Floyd?) And see if he remembers that day and what he was thinking. Therefore I would have to say my biggest regret in baseball was backing down to Butch, Floyd, whatever-the-hell his name is.
Phil Regan
Hope you enjoyed the story and look forward to seeing you in August. Best wishes, love, and prayers- the Biermachers.
John Biermacher <jjbiermacher@cs.com>
Kalamazoo, MI - Wednesday, July 11, 2001 at 12:41 AM (CDT)
Good morning. I find this a useful way to check out what's happing in your life. I think of you often. I haven't had lunch with Cornie for several weeks. I wonder if he still has a job.
It appears from the comments that you are progressing and have family who are working hard at finding sources familar with your situation.
I also get the impression that the drug therapy regime hasn't been too debilitating.
The photos make you appear healthy and surrounded by a strong support group.
You should know that memory loss in simple terms comes with age.
We have visited Prescott in the past; a great place and I'm sure cooler at this time of year.
Have a great day.
DON DEWEY <DADEWE@KALCOUNTY.COM>
SCHOOLCRAFT, MI - Thursday, July 05, 2001 at 10:36 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch! It was just wonderful to see you today at Lynell's farewell luncheon. Thank you for coming...it meant so much to all of us to have you there. Your plans for the 4th sound awesome...enjoy, relax and let others wait on you. It's called pampering and you deserve it. I continue to keep you in my prayers, Butch. Sheri is such a special young woman who has blessed us all with a very personal insight to the life of a strong and loving family. Take care and God bless you all! Love, Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, July 03, 2001 at 08:16 PM (CDT)
Hello Butch!
I can't tell you how much I miss seeing you. I just transferred from Mesa Community College to Scottsdale Community College, and was so pleased to know that you work with SCC as well. Before I left Mesa, I went by the Copy Center many times and asked Kirk and Todd how you were doing. Everyone has such wonderful things to say about you and they care so much about you (certainly that is no surprise). Then, when I got to Scottsdale, I went to their Copy Center and met Jack; he was extremely nice. And you know what, he also spoke very highly of you. It just goes to show that really special people stand out, and you are one of those few really special people!
I wish you all the best, and I will keep you in my thoughts, as so many others are also doing.
Have a fabulous 4th of July with your family.
Warmest Regards,
Bonnie Gray
SCC
Dr. Bonnie A. Gray <dr.gray@sccmail.maricopa.edu>
Scottsdale, AZ USA - Tuesday, July 03, 2001 at 07:22 PM (CDT)
Hi Sport! Sounds like you are keeping busy with all the treatments and healing processes. Good Job - it will all help in the long run. Christine said she saw you in the mall and got a hug too!!! I'm jealous!!! You made her day and she couldn't wait to tell us how good it was to see you.
Things busy as usual, but the major conferences over now until November. Now we will concentrate on our company name change and all the preparation and planning that that will take. Wish you were back with us, but it won't be long. Everybody sends their love and best wishes.
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
MESA, AZ Good old USA - Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at 10:44 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, I haven't written for awhile but stop in regularly to catch up on your progress and enjoyed seeing the new picture around the dinner table. Kudos to your wonderful family and supportive friends. I can't think of anything to say that hasn't already been said. Kind of a slow, quiet summer at NAPM. Just wanted to say hi and tell you once again that you have been in my thoughts and prayers daily. Thanks to your family for sharing with us. We do care.
Judy Waters <jwaters@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at 03:06 PM (CDT)
Hey Butch, how are you doing? Sounds like you're hanging in there. The staff at MCC is always asking for you. We all miss you and hope to see you soon.
everyone at MCC
Todd Salvo <copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
MESA, AZ USA - Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at 03:05 PM (CDT)
Oh, I remember those steroid days. I wanted to eat everything in site! Butch, I think about you often and I enjoy having this web site to do a quick check. You have a wonderful family.
Diane (email buddy of Pat's from Iowa, dxd medulloblastoma 9-9-96 while pregnant) <dmc21@aol.com>
Marion, IA - Sunday, June 24, 2001 at 11:51 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch! I am so glad you and your family had a fabulous time in CA. Sounds like you guys really kept on the go. Good for you! You know the saying, "Nothing can keep a good man down." Well, you're on the road to a full recovery and we all have to keep thinking it, believing it and praying for it. Thought you'd like to know that Sandy Tek had a baby boy on June 5th. His name is Canyon Mason and he and mom are doing good. I hope your fever is down, Butch. I missed seeing you and Sheri for lunch-but we'll go soon as you're up to it. It'll be my treat! I took off (3) Fridays this past month to go to CA for some very special awards banquets and graduation events of my family. I have learned how important it is to be there for others during their special moments in the limelight. I am constantly amazed at your family's strength and preseverance. You are all a beacon of hope to us. Keep your chin up and keep looking for the small treasures everyday that make life so precious. Love, Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Thursday, June 21, 2001 at 07:51 PM (CDT)
Butch - Don't forget to swing by the CAPS side of the building when you get out our way. You've got one helluva support group there, and a cheering section here. Stop by sometime and let's have a coffee!
Steve Wade <swade@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, June 13, 2001 at 11:16 AM (CDT)
hi butch, sounds like california was lots of fun. I
wouldn't worry too much about the mri scans. I had a doctor
tell my wife that she had a blood clot in her lung and the next day after someone else looked at the findings tell her that there was nothing there. Turns out it was pnuemonia, but it wasn't confirmed by the doctors on any of their scans. needless to say I am very sceptable of these doctors being able to read the scan results. Well our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. have a beer (juice)for me and can't wait to see you back at work. take it easy.
kirk, sandy, austin, connor, and your granddaughter kate
kirk and family <ttaakp1@aol.com>
chandler, az usa - Monday, June 11, 2001 at 01:47 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, It's me again, Rosalie. Don't know if my last quip got in but my computer just cut out. Your family sounds wonderful and good friends too. Signs of a good man. Tom is playing golf Sunday in the Bangor Open. He enjoys the friendship of my brother and Bill and Peg and golf seems to help them keep together. Funny but I don't remember there ever being a golf course in Breedsville. When I tell people I'm from Breedsville they mostly comment they never heard of a normal person from that little place, oh well, you can't argue opinions. You look great. It's nice to see people I went to school with still so handsome. The class of '61 has their reunion this summer at Red McFadden's. I'm sure that your name will come up and it will be nice to share the courage and love your family reflects in these notes. Also read about the headlines about winning the '60 State Championship and your picture being on the front page, I still have one of those in a scrapbook. Just think we're historic. Keep on with the good work. Rosalie
Rosalie Hunter <tkhunter@allegan.net>
allegan, mi. usa - Friday, June 08, 2001 at 10:32 PM (CDT)
Hey Butch,
How's it going? Just checking in to see how you're doing. Sounds like you had a blast in Cali. That's awesome!!!!! Take care and we hope to see you soon. P.S. We miss you
everyone at MCC
Todd Salvo <copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
mesa, desert USA - Thursday, June 07, 2001 at 02:33 PM (CDT)
hey butch hurry up and get better soon. let me know how you're doing.
hope to see you soon. nanette
nanette anderus
mesa, az usa - Monday, June 04, 2001 at 07:49 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! Carol here, checking in and offering up all the encouragement I have to help you through this. We all miss you, and your name comes up so often. Your family is truly amazing, and deserves so much credit for their support and love. The website is awesome! Sounds and looks like you are keeping your body healthy, and that will help the battle in the long run. If there is anything we can ever do, please let me know. Will be taking a couple of weeks off - motorhoming to Washington for some camping and fishing, a boat trip through Hells Canyon on the Snake River, and then to WI to see the kids. The IKON crew is so good, and we just love them. Talk to you soon. God Bless!!
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Friday, June 01, 2001 at 10:58 PM (CDT)
Hello Butch, I was very pleased to read the latest update on your webpage. My family and I keep you in our prayers every night, I just wanted you to know. Take care, and lots of best wishes from the gang in CAPS. Rick
Rick Boyle <rboyle@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 02:07 PM (CDT)
Dear Butch
We really appreciate Sheri's info on the website. Nice to be able to keep up with your health. We keep praying for you and are grateful that you are doing so well. Keep the faith.
Love Pauline
Pauline Manifold <PBManifold@aol.com>
Kalamazoo , Mi USA - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 02:49 PM (CDT)
Hi;
I didn't realize there was a web page. Nice job!
Just thought I'd check in and say hi.
Tom
Tom Penar <Penar@pp.wmich.edu>
Kazoo, MI USA - Saturday, May 26, 2001 at 12:47 PM (CDT)
Hi from Kalamazoo, Wed. May 23
It is cool and rainy. Good for the flowers I planted!!
We read Sheri's page each week. So glad your radiation is over. Also glad you went to have your ears checked and the Dr. did the tubes right away. John's dad is here and is reading your page from Sheri. He reads it each week too. Says he is going to get a card and send to you. He has been busy doing lawn work, and taking his nap in the afternoon too!!! Hope you don't have too bad effects from the new Chemo. So glad you have a loving, caring daughter!!! We will continue to pray for a full recovery Butch. John is keeping super busy in his retirement. He loves the Spring and Summer. Take care. Will write again.
Ruth Hoogenboom <jrhoog2@msn.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 08:14 PM (CDT)
BUTCH, AS YOU KNOW EVERYTHING HAS SLOWED DOWN AROUND HERE. I AM ENJOYING THE ROUTE AND GETTING TO KNOW MANY OF THE PEOPLE IN THE VARIOUS OFFICES. SOME REALLY NICE PEOPLE OUT THERE. THEY WERE VERY HELPFUL DURING MY FIRST WEEK OR SO GETTING AQUAINTED WITH THE ROUTINE. THE NEW RED MOUNTAIN CAMPUS WILL BE OPENING SOON SO EVERYONE IS ANXIOUS TO GET MOVED IN. SEE YOU SOON
GENE POLLOCK <www.pollockexplor@aol.com>
- Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 06:43 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, Congratulations on making it through the tough "first round"; I know that you'll make it through the rest of them with no problems. Hang in there!
Kim <kwilliams@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 11:05 AM (CDT)
Hi! I am a friend of Sheri's. My grandmother is going through the same thing. My prayers are with you and your family. It sounds like you are a trooper.
Shannon Stephenson-Smaldino <ssmaldin@steelcase.com>
LA, CA USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 07:03 PM (CDT)
Hey Butch. Hows it going? It sounds like you're doing pretty good. How about those D-Backs. Not bad for such a competitive national league. My Mets are sucking ass so far. See what happens when you have no pitching. I still love them though. I'm going to the game in August when they come. Prediction for that day....Mets 11 D-Backs 2.
Anyway thats enough about baseball, get better and get back to work soon. Everybody says Hi. Especially Nanette. Talk to you soon buddy.
Todd
Todd Salvo <copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
MESA, AZ USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 11:33 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch,
I'm a long-time friend of your sister, Pat Dahlman. I've kept you in my prayers ever since she told me about your surgery, & am so happy you're doing well. Best wishes for a speedy & complete recovery! Love, Pearl
Pearl Okubo <pokubo@juno.com>
Woodbury, MN USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 05:05 PM (CDT)
hi butch! Sounds like you're doing better. I've been eating the hormone free meat for awhile now and feel better too. I get mine from Whole Foods in Tempe on Baseline and Rural. They have a large assortment of health foods there too. They also have organic veggies and fruits without pestisides and other nasty things. Their prices are comparable to Fry's too. We're winding down the semester here and getting ready for the 4 day work weeks.WOOOOOHHHOOOOO!!!!!!!!!! well take care and looking forward to seeing you soon.
kirk
kirk pieper and family <ttaakp1@aol.com>
chandler, az USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 11:47 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch and Pat, Just checking up on you I hope you are feeling a little better today. I would be interested in finding out more about the meat without hormones. I really love the web page that Sherrie has put together. Please tell Pat to give me a call.
Take Care.
Linda Lyke <Lindalyke@earthlink.net>
Glendale, Az - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 04:39 PM (CDT)
YO BUTCH, Whats Up? Just wanted to say Hi. See you soon!!
everyone at MCC.
Todd Salvo <copycenter@mcmail.maricopa.edu>
mesa, az USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 04:19 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch,
I had you on my mind today and thought I'd just say Hi! You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I admire the support you are getting from everywhere! We'll miss you later this month when we have YET ANOTHER satellite seminar mailing at NAPM! Just keep your spirits up through the rest of those treatments. We're pulling for ya!
Val Gryniewicz <vgryniew@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, May 09, 2001 at 01:41 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch - Scott here. I've had you on my mind and visited your web page today to get the latest scoop. What a great family and support you have! I keep you in my prayers and appreciate the chance to keep up on your whole adventure. (Is that a fair word?) Anyway, I think you know me well enough to know what I mean. Take care of yourself and keep away from the germs at the moment.
Scott R. Sturzl <ssturzl@napm.org>
Phoenic, AZ USA - Wednesday, May 09, 2001 at 10:40 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch! I just finished reading your medical update and am always encouraged by the great sense of fun, courage and adventure you and Sheri put into everything. What a wonderful, positive family you are. I am blessed by what I read and know others feel the same. It's interesting that you are juicing because I've recently come to understand how really healthy and beneficial it is. I haven't tried the wheatgrass yet, but love the fruit conbinations and the apple and carrot drink. I hope you like your new IKON denim shirt. They are a little warm for now-but will be great during the fall. My thoughts and prayers continue for your complete healing, Butch. You've made tremendous progress and your IKON family is pulling for you. Keep your smile and wonderful sense of humor. Take care!!
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, May 08, 2001 at 09:34 PM (CDT)
Dear relatives and friends of Butch:
I would like everyone to know that next week (May 6-12) is Brain Tumor Awareness Week. Many activities will take place in Washington, D.C. and around the country. I learned of it when I attended the Upper Midwest Brain Tumor Symposium here in MN in March, and from information shared by my new-found Iowa friend (from a Brain Tumor List on the internet) Diane Cunningham, a young mother, and a brain tumor survivor.
Check out http://btaw2001.dnsq.org !!!
Since we can't be in Washington for the candlelight vigil next week, please join brain activists there, and across the U.S., Monday night, May 7th (between 8:30 and 10:00 P.M., EDT) by lighting a candle in HONOR of OUR HERO, BUTCH, who is bravely fighting the battle....and also one for my friend Diane!
I cannot adequately describe the courage that Butch exhibits, along with the other "survivors" and their families that I met at his radiation treatment visits the two weeks I visited the AZ Haukes last month! Also, you need to know that Butch can "feel" the support of all of you, and the power of the prayers offered in his behalf!
Keep on with the good fight, Butch, and with your steady and loving support Patti, Sheri and Megan!!
Love, and continuing prayers from this part of the country,
Pat / Aunt Pat
Pat Dahlman <Patdahlman@aol.com>
White Bear Lake , MN USA - Saturday, May 05, 2001 at 10:58 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch, We're keeping you in our prayers. Sounds like you are having a good time with first Pat and then Bill out there keeping tabs on you. Keep doing what needs to be done and we're all pulling for continued good news.
Charlene and Alex <aterranova@aol.com>
Rockford , MI USA - Friday, May 04, 2001 at 10:43 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch, I finally found the web site, this is really great, I have never seen anything so organized. I hope you are doing better and the count down is getting near. Would love to get together for a juicer, Our prayers are with you, and your family.
Linda Lyke <Lindalyke@earthlink.net>
Glendale, Az - Thursday, May 03, 2001 at 11:06 AM (CDT)
hey butch,
just wanted to say hey and check out your progress. good to see you are enjoying your juicing. i am very interested to hear more about it when you get back. oh yeah Todd is picking on me again!!! haha. i told him i would tell on him.
take care and we'll see you soon.
kirk
kirk pieper <ttaakp1@aol.com>
chandler, az usa - Wednesday, May 02, 2001 at 09:43 AM (CDT)
Sheri:
We are reading your page every week now since we found it. It is so wonderful that you are there to be with your dad. We are praying for his complete healing of this dreadful disease. So glad your Aunt and Uncle were there. Yes, the brothers really do look a lot alike. I watched some older video we took when your grandpa Hauke passed away and you were here. I think I made a copy and sent it to you too of you and Grandpa H. golfing. 1996 I think.
Greet your dad for us please- he may even be reading this, if so, Butch we are praying for you and John prays faithfully every day. I'm not as good as that, but he does!!!
Our weather is getting very nice now. Grandpa talks about golfing, but his legs aren't too good. He could go a few rounds maybe. Dad talks about you a lot Butch and I know he prays for you too.
We will keep reading these letters Sheri-great way to keep everyone informed.
We love you. Oh, Shannon and Trish got married on Ap. 20. They went up North to do so. Going to a reception this Sat. for them. They are registered at Target. Told your mom.
Love you.
Aunt Ruth and Uncle John <jrhoog2@msn.com>
Kalamazoo, MI Kalamazoo - Wednesday, May 02, 2001 at 08:36 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch, sure do miss your help with mail ha! ha!
It's been a busy time here at NAPM with staff change and training plus conference. But I made it.
Annette Abril <mailrm@napm.org>
tempe, az - Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 02:48 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch!
I check this web site so often to see how you're doing, this is such a great thing that Sheri has put together for you. It's awesome to see all the support you're receiving from everyone, and you continue to be in mine and my husbands prayers! My last day at IKON is this Friday, May 4, but I wanted to let you know that it was great to work with you. I enjoyed talking with you when you would come into the office from the sites. I only know you and Sheri a very little bit, but you both are just so warm and caring, its no wonder so many people love you and your family! Take Care Butch, and God Bless you and your family!
Sandy Tek <Stek@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 02:38 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! You missed Pizza day today (you remember when the cats are away at conference - the mice play!!!) We are also having icecream on Wednesday. Everyone is thinking of you. Keep up the good work. Carol
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Monday, April 30, 2001 at 04:15 PM (CDT)
Butch, you have THE best family! I hope my son is as dedicated to me as your girls are to you. Keep up the good work and hang in there!!
Kim <capsresearch.org>
Chandler, AZ - Monday, April 30, 2001 at 12:08 PM (CDT)
Butch,
Hello from everyone at MCC. We miss you and cant wait for you to come back. Hang in there!
Todd, Andy,Jaime, Norma, Jessica, Drea, Nanette, Kirk, Gene, Stacy
Todd Salvo
mesa, az UNITED STATES - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 04:18 PM (CDT)
What an awesome web page Sherri! What a comfort and reassurance to friends and family. You look GREAT Butch, we continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Terry and Corky Glidden <cglidden@i2k.com>
Bangor, Mi U.S.A. - Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 08:51 AM (CDT)
Great records. Nice to hear good news
Susan Rayce Miller and Roger Miller <rsmiller@nmo.net>
Cheboygan, MI U.S.A. - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 08:43 PM (CDT)
Butch and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. As a brain tumor survivor myself I understand what you are going through. I met your sister Pat on the medulloblastoma list. I live in Iowa only a few hours from her. I would enjoy meeting her some time. I just want you to know you can beat this with a positive attitude and lots of prayers. I will be sending prayers your way everyday. Take care.
Diane
Diane Cunningham <dmc21@aol.com>
Marion, Ia - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 08:18 PM (CDT)
hey butch! good to read and see that you are doing well. your daughter is an awsome gal to get this website going for us to keep up with you. our prayers and thoughts are with you and yours. have another diamondback dog for me (and a beer too). see you soon. your friends, kirk sandy and the kids.
p.s. your grand daughter hopes you're doing fine. :)
haha.
kirk pieper and family <ttaakp1@aol.com>
cnamdler, az 85226 - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 12:43 PM (CDT)
Sorry, Butch, for the typo and calling you Bruce in my previous entry!
Ruby Rott <rubyr@uswest.net>
St. Paul, MN USA - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 11:48 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch
Just checking in to see how you are doing. This web page is really great! Carey ( my wife), Charlene and I visited Aunt Berncice yesterday in Grand Rapids. As I am sure you know, we are all praying daily for you and your family.
Stay strong and keep fighting. With God's help, you will beat this beast.
Much Love
Your cousin Bruce
Bruce Rayce <Bmrayce@aol.com>
midland, MI - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 11:47 AM (CDT)
I am a friend of Pat's (we'll be tennis partners at Sr. Olympics in Baton Rouge in July). Appreciate
being included in this family website - what a neat idea! Blessings and God's best to all of you,
especially Bruce.
Ruby Rott <rubyr@uswest.net>
St. Paul, MN USA - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 11:40 AM (CDT)
Butch:
I had the honor to meet and play golf with your daughter Sheri. What a lovely young woman she is, you must be very proud. In the course of the round of golf, your story came up and I found it very interesting, and just want to pass along my best wishes to you. I know with your family support, all will be well. You are in my prayers.
I hope to keep abreast of your progress on this website. Sheri tells me you watch 3TV, don't stop now!!!!!
best wishes
mike chamberlin, sports anchor KTVK TV
Mike Chamberlin <Mike_chamberlin@azfamily.com>
Phoenix, az usa - Tuesday, April 24, 2001 at 12:18 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch & Family,
This is a first for us on this Web site. How neat! Linda has been keeping us updated on your progress. Our prayers and thoughts are with you daily. We're all praying for a speedy recovery. Keep up the good work. Enjoy hearing the strength you have in fighting this. Be strong. L & D, our old neighbors in Bangor.
Donna & Dennis Stanford <MamaMadonna@juno.com>
Paw Paw, , MI VanBuren - Monday, April 23, 2001 at 10:58 PM (CDT)
Darryl Southard sends his best wishes to you! We were taking our walk around the subdivision and Darryl came out with the March 21,1960 Benton Harbor paper with all the news of the State Basketball Championship! You made front page news back then!! And you will make front page news with an "outstanding" recovery! Bev (Woodley)Lavanway had told Darryl all about your surgery. Great to talk with you yesterday! Love, Linda and Dave
Linda and Dave <dlchristian@i2k.com>
Hometown, Mi U.S.A. - Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 11:25 AM (CDT)
hi butch, i'm bruce matthews, rachel hillis' dad. rachel was sheri's roommate in scottsdale for awhile. we think sheri is a precious person and that means you must be a special person to have raised her! i will saying a prayer for your speedy recovery every night and look forward to hearing of your progress.
bruce matthews <brucejoanne@msn.com>
des moines, iowa usa - Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 09:37 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch!!
Here's a blast from the past!! We heard about all you've been dealing with and wanted to send you a note and give you our best. It's so long ago that we enjoyed our days at 1st National Bank -- and the MANY parties on Southern Avenue -- but those good memories are still so close to our hearts -- what good times. Please stay strong and know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our best to Patti and Sheri, too. Have a great week with Bill (alias Hauker)!!
Love, Cathy & Bill Fulkerson
Cathy & Bill Fulkerson <whitaker@btc-bci.com>
Gobles, MI USA - Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 06:51 AM (CDT)
Dear Butch,
I wanted you to know how amazing this web site is. What a great way for all the people who know and love you to share their thoughts and prayers. I promise that my entire family keeps you in their prayers daily. You will win this fight. I am sure you have seen Sheri's character just shine during this tough time. You must be so proud as a Dad at what an incredible daughter that you have raised. Good luck to you and your family.
With Love,
Rachel Hillis
Rachel Hillis <rjhillis@aol.com>
Scottsdale, AZ USA - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 08:23 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! So glad you are having wonderful visits with your out of town family. What a "treasure" for all of you to spend quality time together. May this Easter season and the hope of renewal bring you all much comfort and peace. I think of you often and look forward to seeing your smiling face in the office. Take care and know that we are all praying for you.
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 06:55 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! All of us here at NAPM think of you on a daily basis, and I want you to know that. We are drowning in Conference preparation, but the IKON team is handling it well! Keep up the good work and remember that you are in our thoughts and prayers every day.
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 03:07 PM (CDT)
Hi Mr. Butch!
Thank you so much for visiting our classroom! We all love you and want to see you again. It was so much fun having all of you here for our Easter centers; it really made our Easter special!...love Miss Francone's 1st grade class!
"Thank you for the yummy cupcakes"....Gabriel
"I hope that I can come live with you and Megan."....Dominique
"I wish that you can visit us again." ...Alonzo
"I love you with all my heart!"....Robert
"You are so sweet and I wish that you get well soon! You look great! I'm sorry if I was loud because of your sore ears." ...love Alexus
"We miss you very very much with everything we have."...Chris
"Can you come back sometime and read to us?...Angelica
"I love you so much because you make me happy!"...Andrew
"Thank you for coming to our class and watching us do centers."...love Vanessa
"I hope you are not too sad about Cooper." Love Adrian
Take care Mr. Butch and you will be in our prayers every night! Love all of us!
-
Suzann Francone <Sfrancone@issaceld.k12.az.us>
phoenix, AZ - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 04:21 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! Glad your Easter was great. I'm very glad your whole family can get together at such an emotional time. Glad to hear you're doing well; keep up the good fight!! Kim
Kim Dixon-Williams <kwilliams@capsresearch.org>
Chandler, AZ - Monday, April 16, 2001 at 10:53 AM (CDT)
Hey, Butch: What a smart little girl is Sheri ( I still think of her as a little girl) to set up this neat web site with all it's interesting information and comments from your many. many friends. You'r a great family, Butch, and I'm very proud to be your uncle. Aunt Nancy and I keep you in our Prayers. Love, Uncle Jim
James H.W. Hauke <jhauke1052>
Bristol, Tn Sullivan - Sunday, April 15, 2001 at 04:06 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch,
Been thinking of you and glad to hear you are doing well.Keep your spirts high and we will continue to think about you. Linda and Pat have kept us informed via e-mail and we just discovered how to get into this web page. Take care.
Karon & Ron Crandall <rkcrandall1@juno.com>
Scotts, mi Kalamazoo - Saturday, April 14, 2001 at 10:15 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch:
It's me again. I was just check in to see how you are doing. Everyone misses you. Nenette said to say HI. Take care. Your Friend, Jaime.
Jaime Leija <jleija@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 08:51 AM (CDT)
Hi Butch
Just checking in to see how you are doing. It is obvious from the Love that just pours from the page when reading the commnents from Sheri and others that you are in really good and caring hands. Hang in there. We continue to have you in our prayers.
Bruce Rayce <Bmrayce@aol.com>
Midland, MI usa - Wednesday, April 11, 2001 at 08:50 AM (CDT)
This is so wonderful! We'll be sure to keep up-to-date. Travis sent Megan an email and I sent one to Patty & Butch but I am worried that it might not be received because we never heard word a couple of months ago when Travis email'd Megan a picture,,,love ya Butch
Giovanna Tessmer <tessmers@htonline.com>
Brighton, MI USA - Tuesday, April 10, 2001 at 06:44 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch! I just talked to Sheri this evening before she headed to your house. She is such a dear. What a neat idea to put all your cards on the wall...instant wallpaper!!
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. What a blessing family and friends are. From the journal entries you have an army on your side. So sorry to hear about Cooper. I had a special furry friend, too...and their companionship means so much. Take care, Butch...and keep your strong smile and super attitude. You and your family are such an inspiration to all of us.
Love, Rudina
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Monday, April 09, 2001 at 08:16 PM (CDT)
hi butch, patti, sheri, megan,
'first time visitor, long time listener (of emails propagated)', so i have some catching up to do on the past journals.
sure was sorry to hear about coop'.
the diamondbacks opener sounded great! glad you could attend.
hope you're all having a good weekend.
rick d
rick d <dahlman@worldnet.att.net>
san jose, ca us of a - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 04:33 PM (CDT)
Hi,
Butch, REALLY happy to hear about how well you are doing!! I am looking forward to seeing you back to work soon. You and your family are in my (and Pats') thoughts and prayers for a speedy full recovery. With your great attitude anything can happen!! Hope to see you soon.
Lisa Cain <lcain@ikon.com>
Tempe, Az USA - Thursday, April 05, 2001 at 04:23 PM (CDT)
WE MISS YOU !!!!! Glad to hear things are going well. our prayers and thoughts go out to you and yours. HAVE A COUPLE OF BEERS FOR US!!! hope to see you soon.
The MCC Crew
Mesa, az usa - Thursday, April 05, 2001 at 02:08 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, Patti, and Sheri,
Butch, Cornie gave me the news of your tumor at Harpo's. I've been including you in my prayers since then and certainly wish you continued recovery. Sheri, my girls ( Jennifer and Roberta), are grown up now and in different states now,(Washington and Florida), but still remember you as their favorite babysitter. We were blessed to live in your neighborhood.
Esther and I know that the Lord will continue to guide and protect you and your family.
Ken and Esther Martin <kennymartin@prodigy.net>
Delton, MI USA - Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 08:45 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, I just wanted to let you know that we are all thinking of you and your family. I've had a lot of employees ask about your progress. I'm happy to hear things are going well. May this process continue to go well and know that you are in our prayers. Roq
Roque F. Martinez <rmartinez@ikon.com>
- Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 12:54 PM (CDT)
Butch: We had a good time at the Tiger opener yesterday and reviewed some of the past opener's with you and Cornie. We sure had some fun. Bill has kept me updated on your progress.I am sure that with all the support you are getting you will get better.Your friend- Alan
Alan Fergin <afergin@setseg.org>
Milford , MI OAKLAND - Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 09:44 AM (CDT)
Hey, you are doing fantastic!!!! That Hauke blood is pumping through you! Keeping updated through Jim and Pat and will be calling you in a day or so. My prayer chain of friends are chanting your name daily-----and also lots of prayers for Megan, Patti and Sheri (your caretakers and guards!)..Keep smiling! Love, D @ L
Bangor Prayer Chain <dlchristian2i2k.com>
Hometown, Mi U.S.A. - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 07:26 PM (CDT)
Dear Butch,
You are an inspirational miracle! You have encouraged all who know you. Your family must be so proud of your spirit and fortitude. Our prayers are with you and your family. Our love and God's Grace,
The Whelen Family
Rique Whelen <rwhelen@ikon.com>
Mesa, AZ 85205 - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 05:33 PM (CDT)
Butch, I may be out of IMS, for now, but "you" will never be out of my heart. Best wishes for a speedy recovery and return to work. We need you here, those managers can only hold it together for so long! Take good care and my thoughts are with you and your family
Betsy Quiroz <bquiroz@ikon.com>
Temp, AZ USA - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 02:59 PM (CDT)
Good afternoon Butch. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Tammy
Tammy Stewart <TaStewart@IKON.com>
Tempe, Az USA - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 02:53 PM (CDT)
It is great to hear the good progress. I can confirm that Butch can usually walk after two martinies, however he will need to find a tree to pee behind. Sheri, this web site is great. We are all praying for each of you.
Dale Kramer <dalekramer9@aol.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 02:05 PM (CDT)
Butch, my thoughts have been with you and your whole family. My brother,Walt, (Sonny) had such a good time with you just a few weeks ago. Bill says you might be playing golf with him next week. Smoke Him! Just because you had surgery he should give you strokes, but knowing brotherly competition, he won't! Walt tells me you have a wonderful wife and two special girls. I wish you the very best. You are in my thoughts and will depend on Bill & Peg for updates.
Rosalie (Harris) Hunter <tkhunter@allegan.net>
Allegan, Mi - Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 10:19 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, My Mom ( Evelyn Foll ) is a second cousin and your sister Pat has kept us informed of your progress. We are praying for a complete healing. We live in Sun Village in Surprise. My granddad was Elmo Kirby. God Bless, Beverly Olson (3rd. cousin)
Beverly Olson <bevshacienda@juno.com>
Surprise, Az USA - Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 08:44 PM (CDT)
Hi Butch, Patti,Megan, and Louie,
Just wanted to say hi, I am new at this but I thought I would give it a try. Glad to hear everything is going well. Sure miss Phoenix weather!
Walt
Walt Harris <Scout941@aol.com>
- Sunday, April 01, 2001 at 08:01 PM (CDT)
It's not the aptitude but the attitude that determines the altitude. Keep your spirits up and God will take care of the rest. Good luck, you'll do terrific!
Lance Umble <lumble@phoenixcommercialadvisors.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Friday, March 30, 2001 at 02:14 PM (CST)
Butch,
It's great to read and hear that you are doing OK. I go over and bug Sheri whenever I get the chance, and she is kind enough to give me up to the minute updates on you.
Well, remember you are in our thoughts and prayers. I miss talking to you about "guy" stuff. Take care and cheer on the WILDCATS this weekend. your friend Jaime.
Jaime Leija <jleija@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Friday, March 30, 2001 at 01:48 PM (CST)
Hello old friend. I happen to see John Kloosterman last evening. We talked at length about your recent surgery. I then talked with Cornie this AM. My prayers and fond wishes are with you and your family. I have been through your situation with several friends over the past 5 years; including a liver transplant for my son on Dec 19th. All is well here.
Please let me know when you can be contacted by phone. It has been too many years since last talked. Cornie has keep me somewhat informed about the old GLCC gang over the years. We do lunch occasionally.
I am in the process of winding down my workdays...anticipating retirement.
There is way too much to catch up via email.
Get healthy...the world needs good/kind people as examples for others to follow.
Have a great day.
DONALD A DEWEY <DADEWE@KALCOUNTY.COM>
SCHOOLCRAFT, MI - Friday, March 30, 2001 at 01:18 PM (CST)
Hi Butch,
I haven't met you yet but I am a friend of Sheri's and she has told me all about you. I just wanted to wish you well and I know you have the strengh and love of your wonderful family and friends to help see you through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family every day and if there's anything you need, anything at all, please let me know. Take care. Ernie C.
P.S.
Sheri, you never cease to amaze me. This website is incredible and the love and support that you are providing to your family is overwhelming. They are lucky to have you.
Ernie Coetzee <ecoetzee@rzcdlaw.com>
Toronto, Ont Canada - Friday, March 30, 2001 at 10:50 AM (CST)
Family, faith, and friends will see you through. Carol Herda has kept me posted on your progress and now with this wonderful website. Just want to let you know you've been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. It's time for you to rest and recoup - we'll visit again!
Jan Willoughby <willoughby@uswest.net>
Tempe, AZ - Friday, March 30, 2001 at 09:50 AM (CST)
Hi Butch! I just talked to Sheri and am so thankful you are doing good following your treatments. Sounds like you are taking advantage of the best therapy anyone could have: loving family and friends and relaxing moments doing the things you love. I think of you often and am praying for your complete healing. God bless you, Butch!
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 07:58 PM (CST)
Butch,
It's great to hear of your progress. Sounds like you're coming along just fine! And what terrific support you have!! That really makes all the difference in the world!!! Be sure to get plenty of rest and eat well - even though you may not feel like it at times!!!! (I'm sure just what you need is more advice, huh).
Take care. My thoughts and prayers are with you often! Miss seeing you around NAPM and MCC!
God Bless you and your wonderful family!
Margie Petersen <mpetersen@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 10:59 AM (CST)
Hi Butch,
You are in our thoughts and prayers!
The HR department
Jane Bosch <jbosch@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 06:58 PM (CST)
Good Luck with your recovery Butch.
We are all rooting for you.
Lot's of Love from the Douglas Family.
Jay Douglas <jdouglas@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 06:15 PM (CST)
Hi Butch: We're not sure if you remember us but we're good friends of Bill and Pegs. Just wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thanks for having Bill and Peg out to Arizona...everytime they come it seems to be cold and wet out there but beautiful here..a more accurate forecast than the weather man..Take care..Gun & Marcia
GUNARS AND MARCIA VASERIS <vaseris@yahoo.com>
Kalamazoo, Mi USA - Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 09:24 AM (CST)
Hi Butch
Just checked in to see how you are doing. Carey and I
continue to pray for your quick and complete recovery.
Hang in there!
Bruce and Carey Rayce <Bmrayce@aol.com>
Midland, Mi US - Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 09:03 AM (CST)
Thanks Sheri for all the updates. We are thinking of all of you and praying for success. We really appreciate the way you are keeping us informed. Butch keep up that positive attitude. Before you know it the treatments will be over and we can begin planning our golf trip for next February.
Cornie DenHarder <cornie.denharder@abnamro.com>
Portage , Mi Kalamazoo - Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 08:30 AM (CST)
Butch,
From that first day when Sheri let me know that something may be wrong, you have been in my prayers. I feel confident that they are being heard as you move on to the next stage of attack. You have a very strong support group - (as I've read many of the emails sent to you) - that will help to make sure you win this battle. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers everyday and I want you to believe that this is just one more obstacle in your life that you will have to overcome.
**Sheri,
You are a blessing from God, as I'm sure your dad would agree. We all could only be so lucky to have someone like you by our side at a time like this. You are doing a great job and it is all rewarded with the positive progress your dad is making. As you already know, I'm here when you need me.
Love to you both - Kelli
Kelli Gardner <dg90@home.com>
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 - Monday, March 26, 2001 at 09:56 PM (CST)
Butch:
Judging from your family's journal entries it sounds like you are making a remarkable recovery. I wouldn't expect anything less from such a remarkable man.
Your friends at NAPM miss your friendly smiles and warm hellos. Please hurry back.
Best Wishes...
Cheryl Chadwick <cchadwic@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Monday, March 26, 2001 at 11:11 AM (CST)
Hello cousin! I have been receiving the updates via Pat Dahlman & my mom. I think of you often & keep you in my prayers.
Barbara Brace Hatch
Barbara Hatch <bhatch5525@aol.com>
Tallahassee, FL USA - Sunday, March 25, 2001 at 01:32 PM (CST)
Hi Butch!
I just wrote a comment to you - and then bumped the wrong key - and off it went into cyber-space!
Anyway, I'm glad to hear you're doing so well! It seems you have the spirit and will-power to beat this thing. My wife, Kirsten, and I will be thinking of you, and praying for you! Keep up the good spirits!
Love to you and your family from:
Cousin Bob (and Kirsten)
Bob Rayce <rayce@post9.tele.dk>
Nykoebing Falster, Denmark - Saturday, March 24, 2001 at 07:16 AM (CST)
Butch,
My family and I wish you a speedy recovery and hope you can get back soon.
Hope to see you back at work
John O'Connell
John O'Connell <therock32@earthlink.com>
Glendale, AZ USA - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 11:20 PM (CST)
Butch,
This website is/will be a great way to keep in touch. It is good to hear that things are going well and we continue to hope and pray for you. I (John) will have to find a more private e-mail address to send jokes and comments that probably aren't appropriate for public disclosure-- if you know what I mean!!! Lot of people here in Michigan are pulling for you and your full recovery.
Love,
John and Sue
John and Sue Biermacher <jjbiermacher@cs.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 04:11 PM (CST)
Butch,
I wish and pray for a speedy recovery for you. You have a lot of people cheering for you. I am looking forward to seeing you soon.
Lynell <lynell.karmolinski@apollogrp.edu>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 12:00 PM (CST)
Butch,
I wish and pray for a speedy recovery for you. You have a lot of people cheering for you. I am looking forward to seeing you soon.
Lynell <lynell.karmolinski@apollogrp.edu>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 12:00 PM (CST)
Butch, I want to wish you all the best with this new challenge in your life. My brother recently went through chem because of lymphoma. He is doing quite well now and is in remission for about 1 1/2 years. He went through extensive treatment for about a year but was fortunate to have a wonderful oncologist who really knew his stuff. We'll all be thinking of you and looking forward to when you can come back to work. I hope everything goes well. Take care.
Gerri Mize NAPM
- Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 09:15 AM (CST)
Thanks for forwarding this page. We can also hear what is going on thru this.
We are continually praying for Butch and the family.
With our love,
Ruth and John Hoogenboom <jrhoog2@msn.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 08:06 AM (CST)
Butch, I'm glad to hear you're making progress toward recovery. Everyone on our management team wishes you the best. Take care of yourself.
Bruce Sandve <BSandve@IKON.com>
- Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 07:21 AM (CST)
HI BUTCH
YOU MIGHT REMEMBER ME FROM NAPM. JUST READ YOUR PROGRESS REPORT, SOUNDS LIKE THINGS ARE COMING RIGHT ALONG. LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU COME IN LATE AGAIN.
ROGER ALLSHOUSE <RRGALLSH@AOL.COM>
- Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 11:04 PM (CST)
Butch,
I miss your smile and cheerful hello's. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family daily. Take care and hang in there, it's nothing but better from here! Can't wait to see you soon.
Christine Hudgins <chudgins@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 05:26 PM (CST)
Butch--I know that your positive outlook will get you through this--hang in there! We look forward to seeing you in the NAPM halls soon. I'm sending all good thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Berta Duffy <rduffy@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ usa - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 03:42 PM (CST)
Hi Butch: We do miss you! My family and I are praying for you daily, and you and your family are in much in my thoughts. Get well soon, we're all pulling for you.
Rick Boyle <rboyle@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 02:55 PM (CST)
Hi Butch,
Your in our thoughts and prayers...
We miss your smilling face around here at NAPM.
Get well and strong again....
Sue DeLabio <sdelabio@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 02:42 PM (CST)
Butch,
The news sent a shock wave through the NAPM office...but we're very happy (and relieved) to hear that the surgery went well.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terry Pizzano <tpizzano@napm.org>
Chandler, AZ USA - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 02:08 PM (CST)
Hi Butch,
I'm glad to hear you are doing so well. We miss you around here and hope to see you back here soon. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Andrea Waas <awaas@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 01:41 PM (CST)
Hey, Butch - Guess who's been a topic of conversation on the CAPS Research side of the building? You should know that we think of you often - and we know that you are on the road to recovery. We're looking forward to seeing you again. I miss our conversations. Steve Wade
Steve Wade <swade@capsresearch.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 01:04 PM (CST)
This is a great Web site. You girls appear to know what you are doing. Doesn't surprise me that Butch's family would be like that! Just want Butch to know that he is in my thoughts and prayers. Thank God for the medical marvels of our day. We have so much that was not available just a few years ago, much to be thankful for. Doesn't sound like a bit of fun but hang tough, Butch -- this too will pass.
Your family and friends are counting on you.
Judy Waters <jwaters@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 12:32 PM (CST)
Hi Butch: This was just such a shock! I still can't believe it's you they're talking about. You will be in my prayers and I look forward to seeing you again here at work. Hang in there and GET WELL SOON!!!
Kim <kwilliams@capsresearch.org>
Chandler, AZ - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 12:31 PM (CST)
Butch - What a sorry way to get some time away from the job, ICON, NAPM, and Scott Sturzl in particular. On a serious note, I hope you are doing well. I'll keep you in my prayers and look forward to seeing you when you're feeling up to visiting.
Scott Sturzl <ssturzl@napm.org>
Phoenix, AZ US - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 12:30 PM (CST)
Hi Butch,
I am so glad your surgery went well. I will be praying for your complete recovery and will look forward to seeing your smiling face soon here at NAPM.
Sincerely, Nancy
Nancy Finger <nfinger@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 12:22 PM (CST)
Geez Butch, if you didn't want to come back and have to play me in a round of golf or two, you could have just said so. No need to go through all of this just to get out of it. haha But really, Bill has kept me up to date on you fairly well and I hope that everything continues to improve for you. Keep your spirits up. Take care
Jason Shea <mjsref@aol.com>
Warren, RI US - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 12:10 PM (CST)
Butch and Family, I can't begin to relate all the love and prayers that are coming your way from NAPM staff and everyone who is following your progress. Keep up the good work, and we'll continue to hold you in our thoughts.
Carol Herda <cherda@napm.org>
Tempe, AZ USA - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 12:08 PM (CST)
My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
Jayne Langston
Tempe, AZ - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 08:46 AM (CST)
Butch, I am glad the surgery went well. I have kept you in my prayers. Now hurry up and get better, the golf rates will be going down soon and we need a forth for golf outings. I can only beat up Jaime and Chuy so much. I need you out there to give me a challenge. Take care.
Steve Fetty <sfetty@ikon.com>
tempe, az USA - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 08:14 AM (CST)
Butch,
My familys thoughts and prayers are with you. I know that you will pull through this. I will be following your update. Let me know if there is anything that I can do to help.
Francie Baron
Francie Baron <adb1@qwest.net>
Gilbert, Az. USA - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 09:37 PM (CST)
Butch,
I have missed our talks that we used to have while I was still in Phoenix. My prays are with you and your family. Best wishes.
Tonya
Tonya Thieme <tthieme@ikon.com>
Temecula , CA USA - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 07:24 PM (CST)
Tonya Thieme <tthieme@ikon.com>
Temecula, CA USA - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 07:22 PM (CST)
Hi Butch!
Sure miss seeing your smiling face around the office. So very thankful you came through the surgery well and are doing good in your recovery. Please know that many thoughts and prayers are being sent your way. I know you still have the treatments to get through, but you'll be out on the golf course before too long. Take care and be a good patient.
Rudina Jacobs <rjacobs@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 07:02 PM (CST)
Butch: We all miss you very much! All of your sites pass on a BIG Hello. We will see you soon!
Jaime and the IKON Team <jleija@ikon.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 01:22 PM (CST)
Checking the website this morning and last nights message didn't get posted. I am sure it is the operator back in Michigan! This is a wonderful way to keep track of your RECOVERY Butch. Our love and prayers are with you every step of the way. Linda and Dave
Dave and Linda <dlchristian@i2k.com>
Bangor, Mi U.S.A. - Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 09:55 AM (CST)
Dear Butch, Patti, Sheri and Megan,
We're all in your corner every step of the way!
With much love, and many prayers, Pat/Aunt Pat
Pat/Aunt Pat <Patdahlman@aol.com>
White Bear Lake, MN USA - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 09:11 PM (CST)
Hope that you are doing well Butch! I know that you will do great during your treatment and my thoughts will be with you. When you are finised with treatment we will have to get out on the course! I just bought new putter to help my Bingo, Bango, Bongo game! :)
My best wishes!
Tony-
Tony Werstler <tonyw@internationalcrossing.com>
Scottsdale, AZ USA - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 08:15 PM (CST)
Just wanted to let you know you are in our prayers and the prayers of over 350 at
Westkirk Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Urbandale, Iowa! May our Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ's be with you always! With Him on your side, you can do anything!
-Guy, Christa, and Abigail Hauke
Guy, Christa, and Abigail Hauke <gchauke@netzero.net>
Des Moines, IA 50310 - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 08:04 PM (CST)
Just wanted to let you know you are in our prayers and the prayers of over 350 at
Westkirk Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Urbandale, Iowa! May our Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ's be with you always! With Him on your side, you can do anything!
-Guy, Christa, and Abigail Hauke; Des Moines, Iowa
Guy, Christa, and Abigail Hauke <gchauke@netzero.net>
Des Moines, IA 50310 - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 08:03 PM (CST)
Hi Butch, Sheri, Patti and Megan,
You have all been in my thoughts daily and I wait for updates from Linda. This is a wonderful idea to keep everyone
informed. Please know I am here for you if ever I can do anything for the family. Sheri, you probably don't remember your Aunt Sandy. I am in Mesa and will do whatever I can. We are currently in the process of moving
but I will keep you informed of where I am. We are building a new home and have to move from our current home
until our new one is finished (sometime in July). Our phone number at the moment is 480-962-5977. We are
moving into a rental home on April 9th and will not have e-mail for awhile, but I plan to keep everyone posted. Glad
to hear you are doing well Butch and Patti please call if I can do anything for you.
Lots of Love and Prayers to you all.
Sandy
Sandy Hamilton <sjelinik@home.com>
Mesa, AZ USA - Monday, March 19, 2001 at 07:58 PM (CST)
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