Mark passed away at home, early this morning, in the arms of his loving wife, Lola. He is now healed and in the arms of our everlasting God. We are grateful for the many years of joy and laughter that Mark brought to us and look forward to being with him and our God in heaven. Just as the sun came up this morning and shone brilliantly on the freshly fallen snow, we sense God's peace and strength shining brilliantly on us through the blanket of your prayers. Thank you all for your love and support at this difficult time.

Wednesday, January 5

Dear friends, family and co-workers,

The physicians at U of M hospital have determined there is nothing else they can do to heal Mark. He will be discharged today and return home with support from family and hospice. Your prayers and support are deeply appreciated!

Please keep Mark and Lola in your prayers. Mark took a fall Saturday last night and hit his head. The CT scan shows bleeding in his brain. He was given platelets to stop the bleeding. Treatment for Leukemia is again on hold. This is a very serious situation, so if you could uphold us all with prayer, it would be deeply appreiciated.

Mark had a treatment yesterday. Today he is so tired and weak that it is hard for him to do anything. He keeps loosing weight. He is down to 137 pounds now and we hope he starts to gain weight soon. We had a good Christmas with family and friends coming here to be with us. Keep us in your prayers and pray hard that this drug works. We know it can with God's help.

Christmas Eve

Amy, Kenny, their kids, Mary, John, Sary, Mom and Dad were able to visit Mark and Lola for Christmas Eve. Lola made ham, potatoes, beans and carrots. We had a great time together enjoying each others company, and watching the kids open presents. Mark is very thin and weak, but is alert and has his mischievous humor. What a blessing the spend the day with Mark and Lola!

December 22, 2010

Mark was cleared to go back to the extended stay hotel. The bleeding was due to the extreme drop in platelets, and the He can go back to the extended stay motel tonight.

December 21, 2010

Mark is back in the hospital. He went in today for his experimental treatment. They discovered his blood counts and platelets where very, very low. He has blood in his stool and lost 14 pounds. Drs are running tests to see what is going on. He can not start the experimental program until they know what is going on. Please keep them in your prayers.