Carol Stolow
Marc Gabriel
for those wishing to send good wishes, please write them below,
I'll respond to Angela saying for them to check EACH of the forums since I'll copy this there for ALL to read.
Angela wrote this to the lymenet BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
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Dear Carol, Bill, Marc, and Deb,
Just wanted to let you know that last Sunday Louie had a heart attack.
He's been in St. Joseph's Hospital in Paterson since then....first in CCU. Today they moved him down the hall a bit to what they call .
It was pretty bad and his pain was excruciating. He's had moderate damage done to his heart.
They did the balloon procedure, cut and
suctioned out the plaque in one artery that was 100 percent blocked. They didn't stent it.
In the artery that was previously stented, they found a clot had been caught in the stent itself. That had to be cleaned out. The operation itself took a very long time.
Now he has to go for a another stress test in a few weeks and, I believe, will get another catherization in 6 to 8 weeks.
They want to check if everything is going okay. If they see trouble, the other artery will have to be stented as well.
If the surgeon finds that the stress test goes well, he will begin cardio-rehab therapy three times a week.
Bill, Louie asks that you please tell your daughter, Jenifer, to take him OFF Lymenet.
He does NOT need any additional stress at this time. He's worked quite diligently on Lymenet for years now and I've watched him work many times well into the early morning hours .
Stay well and happy holidays to you all.
Love,
Angela
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Angela, thank you so much for letting me know this! I've copied this to ALL forums of lymenet.
Lou, BIG GUY, I'm so sorry to read this about your heart attack and seriousness of it all.
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You know the lively personal messages we have had I will miss, but you need your rest Lou now after this major change of event in your life.
Angela and Lou, THANK YOU BOTH for all you have done for lymenet since it was started 10+ years ago. It would NOT be what it is today, without all the guidance, love, encouragement, words of wisdom, and heck Lou you've given us over the years. Lou I do say that lovingly; lol
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The board has been very stressful the last 3-4 months, but you have done an outstanding job of keeping it moderated due to your 35 yrs. as a former director if IT, over computer technical employees.
Yes, you were on the board late at night/early morning, since I was right here seeing your posts here and there!
I remember our recent PM where you stated you were on 3 wks. vacation walking on the beach with your long-time sweetheart, Angela! We compared the number of years you 2 have been married; I believe it was 45 years, and hubby/I's 32 years married.
Lou, do everything the doc tells you. You HAVE the determination to get well in spite of the obstacles ahead of you.
I recently learned 2 days before your heart attack that I, at 57, have cardiovascular disease so seeing my pcp 12-26 to find out what I can do since this is now the 4th life-threatening illness I have:
chronic lyme 37 yrs., diabetes 2 under control Thank God; sleep apnea, and now heart problems.
Lou, please know that MANY GOOD WISHES FOR FULL RECOVERY ARE HEADED YOUR WAY BY THE LYMENET MEMBERS HERE who you have helped so much over the years.
Angela, Lou, and your daughter, are in ALL our thoughts and prayers during this Christmas season.
Angela, if you would like, please email me privately as you did, and I will be happy to copy/paste your update note to all sections of lymenet so your friends will know the latest news on Lou and you.
Lou, if you feel a hug or kiss, and no one is there; it's us, your lymenet friends here!
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[ 16. December 2006, 02:00 PM: Message edited by: bettyg ]
Posted by CaliforniaLyme (Member # 7136) on :
HUGS AND PRAYERS To YOU AND ANGELA LOU!!!!
Posted by Beverly (Member # 1271) on :
I am so very sorry to hear this.
"Lou, do everything the doc tells you. You HAVE the determination to get well in spite of the obstacles ahead of you."
Ditto to exaclty what Betty said.
Thank you from the bottem of my heart Angela and Lou for all you have done. You have both always been here for all of us at Lyme Net.
Without Lyme Net, I never would have gotten any help, nor any memebers of my family.
Your family will be in my prayers.
Love,
Beverly
Posted by tdtid (Member # 10276) on :
I'm so very sorry. Please know that Lou and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathy
Posted by caat (Member # 2321) on :
Hugs and well wishes to Lou and Angela
Posted by dontlikeliver (Member # 4749) on :
I'm so sorry to hear this and please send my best wishes for a speedy recovery!
DLL
Posted by micul (Member # 6314) on :
Get well soon Lou!
Posted by trails (Member # 1620) on :
sending healing thoughts of recovery and well wishes your way.
Posted by BostonLyme2005 (Member # 7680) on :
Hi,
I am sorry to hear this. My prayers go out to him.
www.photos4yourlife.ifp3.com
Posted by Foggy (Member # 1584) on :
Get well soon Lou.
We miss you buddy!
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Posted by timaca (Member # 6911) on :
Lou~ You are in my prayers...you and your wife.
Timaca
Posted by Jellybelly (Member # 7142) on :
Get better Lou! And hang in there Angela. I know, I for one will worry every day, so please keep us posted when you can.
Posted by lymednva (Member # 9098) on :
Sending healing thoughts, prayers, and hugs your way.
We'll miss you, but we can get by without you until you feel it's the time to return. Take care and listen to the doctors!
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Posted by humanbeing (Member # 8572) on :
We miss you here at lymenet but sending love and prayers for a speedy recovery...
Posted by lou (Member # 81) on :
So sorry to hear this. Sending warm wishes to you, Lou, and to Angela and the family. We will be pulling for you during the days ahead.
Posted by pq (Member # 6886) on :
This is a real rough ride, but your gonna make it.
you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
pq
Posted by AZURE WISH (Member # 804) on :
Sending healing thoughts
and a big thank you for all you have done for lymenet
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and wishing Lou a speedy recovery
Posted by Michelle M (Member # 7200) on :
Good golly Lou. PLEASE take it easy and let LymeNet fall to the BOTTOM of your priority list and your health up to the TOP! Some rest, rehab, and Angela's TLC and I'm hoping you will be better than new.
My best,
Michelle
Posted by iceskater (Member # 8655) on :
Thoughts, prayers and hugs to you Lou and your family!
Posted by MagicAcorn (Member # 8786) on :
Wishing you a quick recovery.
Posted by lymedesign (Member # 8791) on :
Lou, you and your family are in our prayers!!!Please know that the whole community is praying for you.
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Oh my! I HATE to hear this!! I'm SOOO very sorry!! Angela and family and especially LOU....You'll be in my prayers.
Posted by sizzled (Member # 1357) on :
My thoughts, prayers and wishes for a speedy recovery, Lou!
Hugs and warm wishes of support to your family.
Posted by JeffM (Member # 8919) on :
Lou, you are one of the people who has helped save my life.
I hope this knowledge helps you in your recovery and promotes some serenity in your life.
Posted by Cobweb (Member # 10053) on :
Lou- Blessings and a tremendous amount of gratitude for everything you have done to keep Lymenet up and running. You have made a difference for all of us.
Now take care of yourself-and do some healing too.
Sincerely,
Carol B
Posted by notcrazykate (Member # 10458) on :
So sorry to hear this. My thoughts will be with you, Angela and Lou.
Wishing you good health and speedy recovery!
Posted by hatsnscarfs (Member # 6562) on :
Dear Lou,
You've done so much for all of us on the board and this has helped me to heal. Now I'm sending my healing thoughts and prayers your way. We'll be OK here, take good care of yourself.
hatsnscarfs
[ 17. December 2006, 04:23 PM: Message edited by: hatsnscarfs ]
Posted by JRWagner (Member # 3229) on :
LOUUUUUUUU!!!
I just finished having a "SIT DOWN" wit da five, (or is it only four now?), families and they ABSOLUTELY FORBID you to have any more heart problems!!!!
Please private email me ASAP, as I have some nutritional/supplement info to help clear those disrespectful arteries. Seriously...
Be well Lou, Angela, Lori and family.
Peace, Love and Wellness,
JRW
Posted by meg (Member # 22) on :
Lou, you and your family have helped so many people with this site.
I thank you for all the hard work, late hours, fundraising and moderating you've had to do thru these years to keep it running.
I don't think any of us could ever imagine how much work you do behind the scenes here.
God Bless, I'm praying for ya and get well soon!!
Posted by lymeinhell (Member # 4622) on :
Lou and Angela - you are in our thoughts and our prayers. We need you back in one piece, so do whatever is best for YOU..
Posted by cbb (Member # 788) on :
Lou & Angela,
So sorry to hear such distressing news.
Take good care of yourself.
Will be praying for a speedy recovery.
Posted by Lymeblue (Member # 6897) on :
Hope Lou gets well fast....
Posted by Robin123 (Member # 9197) on :
Hope you get well soon -- this site is a topnotch site for us, and it sounds like you made it that way. Thank you.
Posted by clairenotes (Member # 10392) on :
Very sorry (and surprised) to hear about this new turn of events.
Wishing you a full and speedy recovery.
Claire
Posted by Vermont_Lymie (Member # 9780) on :
Lou and Angela,
My best wishes for your speedy recovery.
Have to repeat what Betty and Beverly said --
Thank you from the bottem of my heart Angela and Lou for all you have done. You have both always been here for all of us at Lyme Net.
Without Lyme Net, I never would have gotten any help, nor any memebers of my family.
Your family will be in my prayers.
Posted by Truthfinder (Member # 8512) on :
Very sorry to hear about this, Lou - I'm so glad you are still with us!! This sounds very serious indeed.
It appears that you have great family and friends to help you through this - use them!! It's your turn to get some help.
Tracy
Posted by *Daisy* (Member # 9593) on :
Take care and wishing you a speedy recovery
Posted by 5dana8 (Member # 7935) on :
TO lou & angela,
Thanks for all you have done here.
((((( Sending your healing thought & prayers))))
feel better soon Lou Hang in there
Posted by kam (Member # 3410) on :
Lou and Angela..Angelina?
You have touched a lot of people in a positive way.
Here's hoping and praying for a quick recovery and if need be....someone confident and a leader to take the stress off with lymenet and all areas of you life so you can just focus on each other and getting well.
Katherine in AZ
Posted by Andie333 (Member # 7370) on :
Lou --
I was really sorry to hear you're going through this.
As others have said, you were a source for both guidance and support for me throughout my Lyme journey, and you've lead this board tirelessly. I'll be forever grateful.
Take care of yourself and just get back on your feet again.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Angela nad your family.
A big hug!
Andie
Posted by trueblue (Member # 7348) on :
wishing you a full and speedy recovery
Posted by NP40 (Member # 6711) on :
Lou, your work here has saved thousands of lives. Get well and save scores more. God bless.
-Mike
Posted by Kayda (Member # 10565) on :
I'm so sorry this happened. I pray for a full, quick and complete recovery!
Kayda
Posted by charlie (Member # 25) on :
Sorry to hear about this Lou...our thoughts are with you and Angela.
Charlie& Jenny
Posted by karatelady (Member # 7854) on :
Lou,
I hope each day brings you a little closer to recovery!
Thanks for all your time on this wonderful board,
Sandy
Posted by Ann-OH (Member # 2020) on :
I hope Lou gets to see all the good wishes here.
He has done so much for all of us - and is very lucky to have Angela.
Sending all my very best thoughts and wishes,
Ann - OH
Posted by FightFireWithWater (Member # 5781) on :
Lou and Angela and Family,
Sending you peaceful and healing thoughts.
You have gone through way too much these past years. Hope that you will take time out to mend.
Please know know how grateful to you I am for all of your work for Lyme patients.
Posted by Jenifer (Member # 697) on :
Please post any replies to this same topic in the "General Support" forum.
Thank you.
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