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Post by heather on Oct 2, 2005 7:30:20 GMT -5
To the Gamauf Family: I am a close friend of the Hamilton/ Imburgia family & witnessed you all pull through the first few days of Mike's recovery together. I have been following Mike's recovery & have come to look forward to getting up in the morning & reading about all of the new things he is doing. You should all be proud of yourselves & of Mike for the way your family is "making it to the other side" of this ordeal. Your love for & closeness to one another is evident & I am touched by it. I read this morning that Kristen & Diane are feeling as though they are becoming more & more alone as the time passes. It saddened me to think that you did not know that I (& many others, I am sure) was here, pulling for Mike & your family too. So today, after nearly a month & a half of following his journey silently, I decided that it didn't matter whether or not you all know me...you need to know that there are a lot of us out here...people that you don't know (& might never know) praying for your family in your time of need & rooting on the sidelines for Mike. You are not alone...nor will you ever be. Keep your hopes up & your smiles on...Mike needs them.  Your friend, Heather Westerfield |
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Post by Angela Barth Patrick on Oct 2, 2005 12:25:05 GMT -5
Gamauf and Hoyt Families,
The Patrick family continues to pray for all of you. You may not be aware of all the people out here who are following your struggle. But there are many who are so touched and inspired by the way your family is handling this tragedy. All of you have been an example of pure loyalty, dedication, and love. You have been a reminder to all of us to appreciate who and what we have EVERY day. So for that, I thank you. Keep hanging in there, just like Mike continues to do. We are so thrilled for these gains he is making.
Angela Barth and the Patrick Family
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Post by Sam Mercer on Oct 2, 2005 15:28:01 GMT -5
Dear Gamauf Family,
I continue to keep you and mike in my prayers. Keep your heads high and your hearts strong. Mike needs you to be strong for him just as much as you need him to be strong! May god continue to be with you! God Bless!
~Samantha Mercer~
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Post by Penny and Joe Veschusio on Oct 8, 2005 18:11:54 GMT -5
To the whole Gamauf family ---
We are SO pleased to see every bit of progress that Mike makes! We read the updates every day and I think about you all. Life can be so hard.
Mike is teaching us all so much just by what he is going through, HOW he goes through it, and how all of you endure it all. While I, of course, am proud of Mike, I am so very touched by Kristen. She is wonderful.
I feel that I know you, although I realize that isn't true. I think that I connect with you because of your strong sense of family and your sense of humor and the love that you all have so much of. My family is much the same.
I know that this road is not easy. I keep you in my prayers every day. Keep a smile.
Penny and Joe Veschusio
(Jessie Harris' parents)
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Post by Dave Dohanyos on Oct 17, 2005 11:37:00 GMT -5
:)Hi Mike, Kristen and Family,
I got a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye seeing the photos posted today.
Keep making this incredible progress Mike.
Love to all of you,
Dave Dohanyos
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Post by damccourt on Oct 19, 2005 8:59:50 GMT -5
Hello Mike, Kristen and Family,
You go girl--let those uncaring people have it with both barrels--they deserve a good tongue lashing.
Mike we read your progress each and every day and it is WONDERFUL, we are so happy.
Jeff and I will be up to see you soon.
Hang in there--and Kristen bless you for your updates.
Love to all
The McCourt's
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Post by Leighann on Nov 2, 2005 15:07:30 GMT -5
Mike's homecoming has made my day! I am so happy for the entire family...words cannot express my happiness. Way to go Mike! You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers as you enter the next chapter of your recovery.
Leighann McDonough
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Post by mikeciviello on Nov 3, 2005 19:14:08 GMT -5
Mike, Kristen, Jim, Diane,
I just wanted to wish you all the best of luck at home with Mike! I was so surprised to find that he had gone home when I read the update email. I wasn't planning on him leaving until Friday, but I have about the least say in the matter as anyone (it's such a messed up system). Anyway, my thoughts and prayers are with you all and I look forward to seeing Mike in the community link program. GOOD LUCK!!
Mike Civiello (mike's physical therapist)
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Post by mhamilton5 on Nov 4, 2005 21:21:43 GMT -5
Just a quick note from Mark Hamilton and Kristen Hamilton - we are doing well and still on the mend. We have not forgotten about you and your family and we miss talking with you. I am glad that the Doctors at Shaw are able to help - they did miracles with Kristen. Be cautious of the food there - I think it kept Kristen there longer than necessary - just kidding! I hope this season of holidays finds you all in good spirits and happy. This recovery road is long and just like Akron's roads - full of pot holes. If you have a good co-pilot that can tell you where to avoid trouble the road is not as long as you might initally think. Keep strong and pray - you are not alone.
We will be thinking of you.
Mark and Kristen Hamilton
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Post by Angela Barth on Nov 5, 2005 10:59:48 GMT -5
Dear Gamauf Family,
Just wanted to say I am so happy to hear of Mike's homecoming. We have been following his progress through this site - and it is amazing! What a fighter! Good luck in this next phase of recovery. You are all still in our thoughts and prayers. We will continue to check into the site, and we can always get an update from Chuck and Bev.
Angela Barth (Patrick Family)
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Post by Heather Westerfield on Dec 7, 2005 6:15:50 GMT -5
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Post by janine on Mar 3, 2006 9:03:20 GMT -5
Well I'm glad the little angel came through again....I've been reading and checking in quickly, but I always forget to log in!! Anyway, its good to keep up with what is going on and it is so good to hear you are doing well. Always something huh? So I be you can't wait to drive again! It's been a long hard trip I know....but you are always doing so well!! Keep up the good work and God Love ya!!!
Janine
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Post by Rachael on Jun 28, 2006 16:08:35 GMT -5
hello, i was searching the internet and went on the norwalk drag racing site and read your story. The story brought tears to my eyes and I will definetly keep you in my prayers
God Bless,
Rachael
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Post by janine on Jul 21, 2006 7:28:50 GMT -5
It is so good to see you looking like yourself again. I LOVE the pictures!! What a trip that must have been! And to be able to get such great pictures!! I'm glad you had such a great time....here's to many more! I have not been on for awhile, but I knew you were doing ok. A long hard battle but you did (and are doing)it!! Some sad news, do you remember Mark Hartman from the Highway Garage? He was only 44, but he got pancreatic cancer about the time you had your accident. He passed away 2 weeks ago on July 5th. It has been a hard year for quite a few people. Bill Viovode, the head of the garage had brain surgery and just now came back to work. It seems like so many awful things have happened, but I pulled your folder out the other day and thought of you and how wonderful it is that you have come so far...so I had to write again. Keep holding your head up high...you deserve a break!! I add a prayer for you and several other people here that are going through hard times. It is so good to see you having fun and getting out! God Bless!
Janine - HR from the Medina County Engineer's Office.
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