I've Caught the Cancer [RIP]

[HayWire]

Obituary:
https://www.fohnfuneralhome.com/obit...ichael-brattin

In Loving Memory
Michael B
(name removed just to keep this thread from being the first result when someone Googles his name, but you can find it at the link)
July 6, 1976 - August 2, 2024

Michael B, age 48, of Mt. Vernon, Missouri passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024, at his home.

He was born July 6, 1976, in Cassville, Missouri the son of David and Doris (Sanders) Conner. On October 20, 2007, Michael married the love of his life, Emme Robertson in Carthage, Missouri. Their union was blessed with love, laughter, and the joy of raising a family together. Michael is survived by his father, David Conner; devoted wife, Emme Brattin; three sons, Dalton Brattin and his wife Shanya of Monett, Missouri, Chad Brattin of Exeter, Missouri and Brett Brattin of Mt. Vernon, Missouri; one daughter, Jayda Brattin and her fiancé Tyler Yeargain of Exeter, Missouri; one brother, Eric Brattin and his wife Donna of Davenport, Florida; one sister, Tobie Jones and her husband Brandon of Buena Vista, Colorado; six grandchildren; two grand dogs and two grand cats.

Preceding him in death were his mother, Doris (Sanders) Conner and grandparents, James and Bonnie Sanders.

Michael graduated in 1994 from Purdy High School in Purdy, Missouri, his pursuit of knowledge led him to Crowder College in Neosho, Missouri, where he earned his associate's degree in accounting. He worked as an accountant for Damar Worldwide in Aurora, Missouri.

Michael attended the Covenant Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon. Outside of work and church, he was an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, reveling in the excitement of football season each year. His love for the game was just one of the many passions that he shared with his family and friends. Michael also enjoyed being outside, whether it was tending to his yard, enjoying a family barbeque, playing friendly games of pig basketball and golf, or simply taking a moment to appreciate the beauty of nature.

Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville, Missouri. Pastor Rick Cooper will be conducting the services. Burial will be at Maplewood Cemetery in Exeter, Missouri.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 6:00 P.M., Monday, August 5, 2024, at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.

Contributions may be made to Three Rivers Hospice in memory of Michael.

FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Cassville, Missouri
417-847-2141

5/25/23 Update:

Spoiler!

Originally Posted by HayWire

Thank you all. Been a wild week


The doc said to start getting ready. Called on the family in for good bye...you guys are part of my family.

The doctors are guessing a couple of weeks left

Original Post:

Spoiler!

Been having health issues for a while now.

Just got the news yesterday from my last test.

I officially got ****ing cancer in my gut.



Edit:
Sorry all,

Had a couple of days that weren't the best.

It was a swift reminder that I still have things to take care of.

My wife still needs to learn passwords, bills, etc. That got me thinking about what my "footprint" will look like when I'm gone.

I'm actually an intensely private person and I thought I've shared a tad much on here. At the same time I've got to talk to a lot of great people here and it does lift my spirits some when I see the positive posts from everyone.

Got rid of most of the pics etc.....the more I thought about it the more I felt selfish. CP has been my go to for 10+ years now and it didn't feel right to throw the C word out there and then just ignore it like it didn't happen.

Thanks,
HayWire

[Megatron96]

Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light!
- Dylan Thomas

Let me tell you something you already know. The world ain't all sunshine and rainbows. It's a very mean and nasty place, and I don't care how tough you are, it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward; how much you can take and keep moving forward!
-Rocky Balboa

I don't have the words right now, so I stole some words from other people.

[Simply Red]

We love you HayWire.

[Rausch]

What everyone else said.

And take the time you need to get your mind right. Decide that you're going to beat this and do what's necessary to stack the percentages in your favor. Read up on what' you've got and start adding vitamins or foods or activities that help beat the bastard.

A lot of people did small things that slowly start stacking the odds against good health. Now's a great time to find one bad thing and eliminate it. Find a good thing and add it. Be positive and proactive.

And if there's a bad day that happens come on here and kick someone around. It's gonna' happen anyway and if not a constructive it's a safe outlet.

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by cabletech94

HOW IS THIS MUTHER ****ER NOT AN HONORARY MODERATOR YET!?!? ELEVENTY?!?!?!?111!!?!1

This question needs to be addressed asap

[HayWire]

Sorry I haven't had a chance to respond to everyone but I've been sleeping a lot the last few days.


I really appreciate all of you. I does mean a lot.

I noticed I posted the ferritin definition but did explain.
A normal range is 38-380....my dumbass came in at 1497.

I pretty sure that's not good

[Rasputin]

Originally Posted by cabletech94

HOW IS THIS MUTHER ****ER NOT AN HONORARY MODERATOR YET!?!? ELEVENTY?!?!?!?111!!?!1

He should be monerator of the Romper Room

[ShowtimeSBMVP]

Prayers sent man

[ChiefsFan63]

Originally Posted by HayWire

This place has been awesome (except for mod choices).

Random guy on in internet rant.....

Quit....I thought it was impossible to say that...

Fight...watch this....****er

Tired....daily.

Angry....sure, why not.

I was sure I wouldn't live forever 15 years ago, guess I called that one wrong. Today is my wife and myslef anniversaries.God Bless her.


Diagnosis....I'm done. Shit ASS **** me.

Can't fix me....****ers....

Don't get me wrong...my dumbass will always fight.
But....shit happens.


I've got cancer in my liver plus liver disease.

They can try and get one but the other will get me instead.
The wife and I had a good cry and have came to a decision...no more docs or specialist.

It is what it is......

I'm gonna smile everyday, I will love as hard as I can, and I will enjoy having my feet underneath me.

I hope this isn't my leaving forever thread.

Thanks CP,

I haven't been here very long. I don't know you at all. This brought me to tears. Praying for you and your family.

[bevischief]

I go in here for Tuesday morning scan....again...

[Fishels]

Originally Posted by ChiefsFan63

I haven't been here very long. I don't know you at all. This brought me to tears. Praying for you and your family.

I don’t know him at all and i feel sick.

Haywire may your remaining time be filled with as much laughter, joy and Chiefs kicking ass to watch possible. Even though most of us(thankfully) will never have to deal with a diagnosis such as yours none of us are truly long for this world.

I can tell you have touched the community here deeply. You have nothing but my admiration and respect. I’m so sorry you must deal with this.

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by bevischief

I go in here for Tuesday morning scan....again...

Best of luck and prayers.

Don't hesitate to pm me if you need anything

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by Rausch

What everyone else said.

And take the time you need to get your mind right. Decide that you're going to beat this and do what's necessary to stack the percentages in your favor. Read up on what' you've got and start adding vitamins or foods or activities that help beat the bastard.

A lot of people did small things that slowly start stacking the odds against good health. Now's a great time to find one bad thing and eliminate it. Find a good thing and add it. Be positive and proactive.

And if there's a bad day that happens come on here and kick someone around. It's gonna' happen anyway and if not a constructive it's a safe outlet.

Thank you man. I've tried to keep a good attitude as much as I can. Some days I still get pissy but yelling at the clouds ain't going to change anything.

We've added vitamins some time back. Between the vitamins and all the shit the docs prescribed I take a small pharmacy of pills several times a day.

I plan on kicking people around once I am made a super mod. You bitches better watch out.

[RockChalk]

I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis, HayWire. At least sounds like you're handling the best way to you can and making the most of the time you have left. **** cancer!!

Out of curiosity...from you (and others who have also battled), what symptoms did you start having that eventually forced your hand into getting check out by a doctor?

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by RockChalk

I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis, HayWire. At least sounds like you're handling the best way to you can and making the most of the time you have left. **** cancer!!

Out of curiosity...from you (and others who have also battled), what symptoms did you start having that eventually forced your hand into getting check out by a doctor?

Late in the day....I just checked in

FU

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by HayWire

Late in the day....I just checked in

FU

Sorry brother


Here ya go..... my legs don't work.