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]

Damn, I love this place.

I wish I could respond to everyone you.

[Bwana]

Sorry to hear that. You got this!

[Coochie liquor]

Originally Posted by HayWire

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.

Damn brotha, hate to hear that. But you’ve got this!

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by seclark

Not to hijack the thread, but to possibly add hope:
A year ago last July, I was diagnosed with Metastatic Melanoma with cancer tumors in my brain and most of my organs and muscle mass. I was given radiation treatments on my brain and started on monthly immunotherapy infusions.
At first, I was expected to only live for 9 months to a year. Last week, after my exams my doctors told me the tumors in my lungs had gotten smaller, and the tumors throughout the rest of my body are either gone, or too small to detect. Of course there could still be cancer cells there, but the infusions appear to be working.
Again, this is just to let you know that there is hope.
Good luck 👍
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That's reassuring to hear.

I'm hoping the next appointment can tell us how far it's spread.

If it's not bad maybe it's just chemo.

If I go bald I'll have to invest in a Camaro

[Jewish Rabbi]

Originally Posted by HayWire

That's reassuring to hear.

I'm hoping the next appointment can tell us how far it's spread.

If it's not bad maybe it's just chemo.

If I go bald I'll have to invest in a Camaro

You’re not already bald? How did the mods approve your signup?

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by Jewish Rabbi

You’re not already bald? How did the mods approve your signup?

I've got dirt on Bearcat

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by HemiEd

Sorry to see you have the big C. They have come a long way with it and hopefully you will get the cure. All the best to you on this journey.

I went through 45 radiation treatments 3 years ago and it worked. Makes you tired but it turned out to be worth it.

45? Holy shit.
If it works I'll ****ing do it but I stay tired already. My last weigh in was 142lbs.

Part of this is not being able to keep food down.

I'll be a bag of bones.

[Donger]

Originally Posted by HayWire

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.

Really sorry to hear this. Fight, fight and fight some more. I'll be pulling for you.

[EPodolak]

Best wishes to you man, you're in my thoughts.

[tx4chiefs]

Prayers for you.

[ShowtimeSBMVP]

This sucks prayers sent.

[stevieray]

Prayers up.

fight back!

[Chief Roundup]

Score a 100 while you ride it out for the win. Gonna take more than 8 seconds but you got this!

[HayWire]

Originally Posted by Chief Roundup

Score a 100 while you ride it out for the win. Gonna take more than 8 seconds but you got this!

I think I better stick with the last one was the last one

[Iowanian]

Sorry to hear you’ve got a fight ahead of you but you can do it.