K11 Owners Group

Phil Marvin · Posted: Sun Jul 03, 2011 11:05 pm Post subject: Message from Phil Marvin

Hi, K11OG friends,
I've been around here since I found the K11OG, probably 10 or so years ago. I've participated in rides, meetings, helped members with hands-on mechanical help, parts, advice and cooked spaghetti a few times. I hope to continue all this, BUT...

A couple of weeks ago I had an endoscopy. Last Wed. the doctor gave me the results - gastric cancer. I had a CT scan on Thurs. and it looks as if it is confined to the stomach and a few local lymph nodes. There are no spots on the liver, lungs, kidneys, etc. The doctor said I need major surgery, "yesterday". I hope to have this done in Dallas, as my daughter is there and can help me during the recovery phase, and happens to work in a research lab at one of the teaching hospitals there. And it should be done soon, so if I don't post for a while, you'll know why.

I don't need any help (now), but while I'm in Dallas (daughter lives in Arlington), I certainly wouldn't mind visits from local BMW aficionados.
Thanks and Regards,
Phil

drikko · Posted: Sun Jul 03, 2011 11:59 pm Post subject:

Ouch Phil, that is NOT good. I've got everything crossed for a good outcome, will be thinking of you and keep us posted on the recovery.

Bit far to visit though sorry Sad

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jpberens1994K1100RS · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 12:37 am Post subject: heal up soon

Prayers sent Phil.

I have no words, they fail me.

Cancer sucks.

Go to hell cancer.

Leave Phil hear for us a while longer.
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mtnroads · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 1:08 am Post subject:

I've never met you in person Phil, but I know you're a good man and I wish you the best possible outcome. You'll be in my prayers, brother.
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Off the grid · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 2:20 am Post subject:

Ahh fuck Phil. Why does it seem like these things happen to the best people?

Keep your chin up and your spirits high.

Get 2nd, 3rd and 4th opinions. Insist on knowing everything. Research your cancer like your life depends on it. Trust your doctors....to a point. In the end, its your body. You are the one in charge. Don't take anything at face value.

You are in for a fight, my friend. Make no mistake about that. But it is a fight that can and will be won. You need to arm yourself with research and the best team of doctors you can find.

I wish you warm thoughts and heartfelt prayers in your struggle, Phil. Anything I can do...phone calls, advice, money etc.....you have my number. (I can't travel, unfortunately)

You can't leave us, you old bastard. I absolutely forbid it. The world is a better place with Phil Marvin in it.

-Dave
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Number 6 · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 4:23 am Post subject:

Hi Phil, you'll beat your cancer, there is no other way around!
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boxerNZ · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 4:34 am Post subject: phil marvin

Hi Phil
Sorry to hear this will be thinking of u but fight this harder than you've ridden a bike

Darryl
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Don Sproule · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 4:38 am Post subject:

Hang in there, Phil.
You have a lot of people rooting for you.

Don

dwerbil · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 8:12 am Post subject:

All my best to you Phil during this surgery phase. When you get your strength back, I hope we can meet up and ride southwest Texas some day soon.

Randy in Round Rock
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Scott_Anderson · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 8:16 am Post subject:

My heartfelt blessings and prayers for you Phil.
My wife went thru treatment(surgery) for colon cancer early last year(caught it really early) and has never felt better since.
You can get thru this.
Like others have said, don't take the 1st opinion. Listen to their advice and remember that the choice is YOURS.
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abreeze · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 9:53 am Post subject:

Phil, my family and I will be praying for you during your treatment.

Audi..

Stoked Steve · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 10:17 am Post subject:

Prayers and wishes for a speedy recovery Phil!

You beat the deer, you can beat this too!
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Ernie-NH · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 10:45 am Post subject:

Phil....

This is hard hitting news, man... I just dont know how to respond adequately, BUT I do know that I'm pulling really hard for you as is everyone else, and I know... I mean I really know... you can and will beat this. Please stay online with us buddy, dont fade off even if its just temporary..OK ?

Thoughts and prayers are with you today and always friend...

Ernie in NH
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RAL88 · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 11:20 am Post subject:

Phil

My heart and prayers are with you. I am closer now so if you need something please don't hesitate to ask. I drove 27 hours straight out to Albuquerque so if you need something I will be there, no problem.

Rich
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Mystic Red · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 11:23 am Post subject:

Hi Phil, very sorry to hear of your illness. I will also be missing Hungree Dungee this year so I'll see you there again next year. Wish you speedy recovery.
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mnb · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 2:20 pm Post subject:

This is tough news for sure, but they caught it before it was worse, which is very good.

I hope the surgery and recovery goes well.
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Ted · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 4:27 pm Post subject:

You will beat this my friend, and all of your friends here will be with you every step of the way. Promise to lean on us when needed and I swear I will never again suggest putting mushrooms in the spaghetti sauce.
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Tim (Midland Section) · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 6:54 pm Post subject:

Commiserations from this side of the pond. Be back soon.
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BobZ(IL) · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 7:55 pm Post subject:

Phil,

Beat this thing buddy, I haven't had enough of your spaghetti nor our discussions of our working days in old Mexico.

If there's anything I can do.....

Bob
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drmalacarne · Posted: Mon Jul 04, 2011 8:34 pm Post subject:

Phill
My best thinking for you, and with your family, you'll win this challenge.
all the best, and a fast recovery for you, my friend.
From Brazil.
Guilherme.
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