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

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by Tylerthigpen!1!

Well you've got an internet message board full of strangers and friends who feel love for ya. I'm just a lurker but I have appreciated you as a poster as well as your candor in the last couple months. Its made me feel better about my own end whenever it comes.

This place has been a god send once I started staying home. There are truly some great people here. When I first started staying home I'd check this place 10+ a day but that went way down when I couldn't get the words to make sense. I can tell time is getting short so Im trying to come up with something while it's still on my terms.

[seclark]

You’re good my brother.
Someone somewhere once said something like, “what’s understood need not be said “, or something like that.
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[HayWire]

Originally Posted by seclark

You’re good my brother.
Someone somewhere once said something like, “what’s understood need not be said “, or something like that.
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I don't understand

[Buddy Rich]

Originally Posted by HayWire

I don't understand

He might be shroomin. I get all buddha-like when I'm trippin balls.

[seclark]

Originally Posted by HayWire

I don't understand

Now that I reread it, I don’t either.
Intentions
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[jdubya]

Haywire you kick ass......all I can say is keep on keeping on. My daughter reminded me that we are here on earth for the short run....Gods kingdom is permanent....see ya on the other side soon my friend

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by jdubya

Haywire you kick ass......all I can say is keep on keeping on. My daughter reminded me that we are here on earth for the short run....Gods kingdom is permanent....see ya on the other side soon my friend

I'm keeping on but it's like driving with 2 flat tires.

I was hoping to do another GayDay but I can't muster the energy to do something "post worthy".

[jdubya]

I try to say this every day

[Rasputin]

I have a favor to ask. Say hi to Mad Max cp member that past from cancer years ago but I really missed him. You may run onto milkman he will undoubtedly call you a dumbass but he is wisdom. Also you may run into Flopnuts he carries his balls in a wheelbarrow. I'm asking because I'm not going to make it to Heaven

[Buddy Rich]

Just keep fighting. My wife battled stage 4 breast cancer for seven years. This was on the fridge and on one of the walls.

[HayWire]

Trust me I'm trying. Just having a little fun on my way out

[kysirsoze]

Just wanted to echo what a lot of other people have said in here. I don't think we've had a lot of interactions, but I've followed this thread closely. Sometimes you get so busy with just day to day things you don't think about the big, important stuff. How you've handled this tough road has been an inspiration and it's legitimately made an impact in how I interact with my family and friends. Thanks for your honesty, perspective and candor. Rooting for you to have as many good days as possible going forward.

[Buddy Rich]

Originally Posted by HayWire

Trust me I'm trying. Just having a little fun on my way out

[HayWire]

One foot in front of the other.

Wish I found out earlier so I could have really done some crazy shit

[dlphg9]

What sort of gayday did you have in mind?