Information on Chad, updates as we get them

Just heard that they were getting Chad up and he felt light headed. They checked on him and discovered that he had blood clots in this lungs. He is in surgery again now and back on the ventilator. Keep him in your prayers and I'll update as I get information.

Can't keep a good man down, I'm sure he will get over this as well! :)

prayers

Thanks for the update. He is a great guy. Prayers sent.

Chad's a fighter!! :fact :flex:

Thanks for the update Ned... We are praying for ya Chad!!! Get well soon bro. Meanwhile, I'll be practicing for that 40 miler...

Prayers going out!

I hope chad makes a 100% recovery!!!!

I hope chad makes a 100% recovery!!!! I`m sure it will be atleast a 110% recovery

I hope chad makes a 100% recovery!!!! That... is the spirit brother. My prayers exactly , 100%

chad prayers are sent to you

We will keep him in our prayers!

PM sent to the big guy upstairs. Get well soon Chad.

Thanks for the update Ned. Please keep on keeping us on the up and up. My prayers and good thoughts to Chad and his family coming from Florida.

whoa. prayers sent.

prayers said. he sounds like a tough sumbish. i expect and hope for a full recovery

Done and will be continuing through out the evening. If I get any info I will post it up as well.

wish i could have met you be4 all this happened, hope you get better soon

I've been on the phone with Ned, Kevin and talking with Rob. We'll give everyone an update soon as we can. PLEASE say your PRAYERS

Guys, just got word we need to pray for a miracle. I don't want to misquote anything else until I get confirmation.

I'm gonna be away from my computer the rest of the night guys. :fact Kevin or Shane if you could please text or call me when you hear something I would really appreciate it. :thumbup

That man better get better as he still has to show me me some better lines around RA... Chad were thinking of you and praying for your recovery from Kentucky,,,,, Fingers crossed for ya mate....

Hey Chad, my prayers are being said all night and will be continued until you make a 100% recovery.

Chad, you had better bounce back ,,,, Your in our prayers here in Kentucky Hey I need you to show me some better lines around RA

We are all praying for you Chad- Thanks for keeping this updated Ned.

Prayers buddy. Hang tough.

Chad is not doing well, the situation is not good. Pray for him.

Chad is not doing well, the situation is not good. Pray for him. Who is with him Ned?

Prayers sent for THE CHAD :)

I cant believe this........Prayers sent for you buddy.........

Hear us when we cry to you, O Lord our God, and grant that at this time of distress for our brother that we may turn to you in confidence and trust. Touch with your grace and compassion those whose lives are being tried this day. Comfort and sustain all who wait for news of those they love. Draw near to the injured and suffering, that they may find healing and hope in you. Bless the hands and minds and spirits of the physicians, nurses and hospital workers who care for him. Amen.

Hear us when we cry to you, O Lord our God, and grant that at this time of distress for our brother that we may turn to you in confidence and trust. Touch with your grace and compassion those whose lives are being tried this day. Comfort and sustain all who wait for news of those they love. Draw near to the injured and suffering, that they may find healing and hope in you. Bless the hands and minds and spirits of the physicians, nurses and hospital workers who care for him. Amen.Amen

Thanks Kirk.

Everyone keep praying for Chad, and his family and friends.

Amen

Just got off the phone with Shane and we are all pretty tore up over this. The power of prayer is a beautiful thing, so keep the prayers rolling in.

Prayers sent! Please keep us updated

Just got back from my church. Said a prayer for Chad with the priest. . . . .More prayers for you buddy from Kentucky! Blood clots in your lungs are very serious, but not insurmountable. (sp?)

Just got off the phone with Shane and we are all pretty tore up over this. The power of prayer is a beautiful thing, so keep the prayers rolling in. Yes we all are. I know PRAYER works, I am a walking miracle.

i hope the best for him..this is really sad to hear..

Prayers going out

Prayers sent... come on Chad buddy!

There are serious prayers being sent to you my buddy... I'm more than tore up about this whole ordeal, Chad was riding my bike when this happened... Should have told him NO. Shane give me a call if/when you hear any news.

Stu, You know it has nohing to do with your bike. He woulda tried this on any bike.

Chad hang in there brother! everything will turn out for the best! my prayers have been sent

There are serious prayers being sent to you my buddy... I'm more than tore up about this whole ordeal, Chad was riding my bike when this happened... Should have told him NO. Shane give me a call if/when you hear any news. Dont think that way man.

Kirk,,, wonderful prayer Brutha. Please, please, someone contact me if we need to go. Packing the FJR bags now. Cell phone on my side all the time. Ned, Eddie, somebody,,,, do y'all have a street address for Erlanger? (sp?) Chattanooga, right?

Stu, it did NOT have anything to do with your bike... please don't think that way brotha More prayers sent Chad!

I am so upset that I didn't even want to get on here. Chad, you are a fighter and I'm sending you all the prayer power I have in me. I love you bro, and will continue to have you in my thoughts until I get some good words on your recovery.

From Leigh's message and talking to Chad's dad a few minutes ago, here is the update on what is going on: Chad went to sit up on the side of the bed to get him up and he said he didn't feel well. By the time they laid him down he was blue and they called 2 code blue's to stabilize him. They took him for a ct scan and found two pulmonary embolism's at the bottom of both lungs plus clots in his legs. The clots in his lungs had moved there from his legs. They rushed him into surgery where they had to do cpr on him during surgery. He's just come out now and they've put chad in trauma icu. His dad asked if we could tell his friend's to pray for chad and especially that he makes it through the night. His dad told me that the doctors are calling it a miracle that he had some movement after what happened, but that the also said earlier that Chad making it through the night will be a test of prayers to KEEP them coming. They are planning neural scans to access if there is brain damage due to the time he flat lined during the operation. I know it's a hard time for everyone and hard to give everyone the truth on the updates but at this point everyone needs to know the full status as it was when I heard. Please remember this is second hand from his dad and I've had a pretty ruff time over this so I hear anything else I will let everyone know. Chad brotha I love you and will talk to you again tonight brotha... The recovery is gonna be FAST and CLEAN HOMIE!

Hey Stu it had nothing to do with you or your bike man,, please dont feel that way, Chad like the rest of us is out to have a good time, this was just one of those unfortnite things none of us want to happen but it ocassionally does,,, dang I cant spell for Chit,,,,

Thanks Shane! Come on Chad. Get well...

Shane - thanks for the update - Chad - you heard the man - fast and clean!

Prayers

Praying for you Chad. I know you can pull through this. Be strong brother.

I will be praying for Chad all night. This will be a tough night for all of us. Please don't leave us. Chad has done so much for us and does not deserve this.

Thank the Lord he was in the hospital! I hope this is the worst that comes out of all this. There can still be complications from all this so he's definately NOT out of the woods by any stretch of the imagination. Guys, keep the prayers goin strong!!!

Stay tough buddy, prayer has gone out.

Shane,, call me. I don't have your shop number anymore.

Prayers sent out to Chad and his family.

Prayers sent out to Chad and his family. Hang in there man...:(

your in my prayers

Prayers to Chad, hang in there bro!

Eddie and Ned are headed over now and I just spoke to Ben (goobr) and he's going up from Florida to help Chad pull through this :fact

Prayers sent from my family to yours Chad.

... Ned, Eddie, somebody,,,, do y'all have a street address for Erlanger? (sp?) Chattanooga, right? Goobr, its Erlanger Hospital on the UT at Chattanooga Campus. Erlanger Health System 975 East Third Street Chattanooga, TN 37403 From I-75 (north or south) exit on I-24 west towards Birmingham to the I-124/N Hwy 27 exit. Go North to the 4th street exit, go east on 4th Street and it will merge with 3rd street and takes you in front of the Hospital. Don't exit onto 4th avenue off I-24. http://www.erlanger.org/visitors/baroness.asp Thanks for the updates Shane. More prayers sent.

Hello everyone, this is a rough day for us all. Please tonight when you bow your heads to pray please remember this prayer: Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his feathers and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. You will not fear the terror of night, nor the plague that destroys at midday.... ...If you make the MOst High your dwelling- even the LORD, who is my refuge- then no harm will befall you, no disaster will come near your tent. For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. You will tread upon the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpen. "Because he loves," says the LORD, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life will I satisfy him and show him my salvation." AMEN PSALMS 91 Please pray and pray and pray for Chad and his family. Keep them in your thought always and be with him through the power of prayer. I have seen this large family help someone out and we can do it again. Pull through Chad, you are strong and have a lot of people here for you. We love you!

Waiting for Ned at my house right now. As soon as he gets here we are leaving. It's about 6 hours for us so I won't be online until we get to the hospital. Ben my cell is 803-315-6420

my thoughts are with you chad

Dear god, I wish I wasn't reading this. Chad you are in Annie and my thoughts and prayers.

I just spoke to Ben, Ned and Eddie, guys have a safe trip and we are praying for safety in travel :fact

I just spoke to Ben, Ned and Eddie, guys have a safe trip and we are praying for safety in travel :fact Absolutely, we don't need anyone else in the hospital. Drive safe guys and please keep us posted.

this really sucks, i don't even know what happened? can anyone fill me in or link me a thread?

Prayers going to out to Chad and his family...

wish you the best man, hope you recover quickly

Goobr, its Erlanger Hospital on the UT at Chattanooga Campus. Erlanger Health System 975 East Third Street Chattanooga, TN 37403 From I-75 (north or south) exit on I-24 west towards Birmingham to the I-124/N Hwy 27 exit. Go North to the 4th street exit, go east on 4th Street and it will merge with 3rd street and takes you in front of the Hospital. Don't exit onto 4th avenue off I-24. http://www.erlanger.org/visitors/baroness.asp Thanks for the updates Shane. More prayers sent. Thanks Doug,,, just plugged that into the GPS. Waiting for Ned at my house right now. As soon as he gets here we are leaving. It's about 6 hours for us so I won't be online until we get to the hospital. Ben my cell is 803-315-6420 Cool Eddie. I didn't have your number. Got off the phone with Ned a little while ago. I should be outa here 'bout 1930hrs. I'll check messages when I stop for gas. I just spoke to Ben, Ned and Eddie, guys have a safe trip and we are praying for safety in travel :fact I posted this up on the ZRXOA board. We have plenty of places to stay around Choo-Choo. The ZRXOA is praying and rootin' for Chad.

:( please hold strong and come through on all of this Chad

You guys that are on the road I am working all night. I already talked to Goobr and all of you have my phone number so give me a call if you get sleepy and need to talk while your driving.

Please, everyone that is traveling to be with Chad and his family, please be safe. Let him know that we are all here for him and praying he pulls thru this with flying colors.

Goobr, beep my State nextel tomorrow when you find something out. Talked to Ned around 6:30PM. Al {Solidus} called me and I filled him in on everything. He had no idea on what had happened.

Hope Chad gets well. Not trying to be a noob here, but just trying to see what happened? Sorry for intruding!

My prayers for Chad...:(

Damn... hang tough Chad and may his Dr's and Nurses have a deft touch and give quick healing. Much love homey, keep the focus...

Hope Chad gets well. Not trying to be a noob here, but just trying to see what happened? Sorry for intruding! Broke his back while riding a dirt bike last Wed. Had surgery Sat to fuse several vertebrae together, suffered from pulomnary embolisms this afternoon and is hanging on by a prayer.

Hope Chad gets well. Not trying to be a noob here, but just trying to see what happened? Sorry for intruding! No problem at all man! We need all the prayers we can get!!!!

I posted this up on the ZRXOA board. We have plenty of places to stay around Choo-Choo. The ZRXOA is praying and rootin' for Chad. PM or email(kevin@sofastsoclean.com) me the link on the ZRX board and I will try to keep them updated. I left my spare laptop with Chad, it will work sometimes...so you guys should have posting tools there.

One of the most talented guys i have seen on 2 wheels and has big heart to care about everyone and put so much effort into organization of the deals gap conventions. All the respect in the world to what he can do on 2 wheels and I am hoping and praying for the best for a fellow rider, and a such a great guy.

Drive safe dooods I wont sleep well tonight, I will catch up in the morning

This is all very hard for me to read. The reasons are many. SOme are selfish and some are selfless. Chad is one of the greatest guys I ever had the pleasure to me, talent and phsical conditioning aside. I only met him this past week at the convention, but bantered and chatted back and forth on here with him. He reminds me of a very great friend of mine when I was living in Conyers GA back in 89-91. He is truly the classic example of a "Georgia Boy," polite, nice and heart of gold. What scares me on a personal level about reading all this is I know that Pulmonary Emboli are a complication of surgery, not a complication of his injury. This is personal because my wife is going in tomorrow at 8am to have 3 verabrae fused because of degenerative disk disease. So now, not only am I worried about Chad, I am thinking the worst about tomorrow. Mainly because of the irony that my wife put off her surgery so that I could come down and meet all you wonderful people and have a summer blow out to myself before I was totally occupied with her care and doing 100% around the house and for our kids for the next 3 months while she lays recovering and waiting for bone to grow and heal. To add to all this, I found out on my way home Sunday that her aunt died. SO she is pretty tore up about that as well. But due to the severity of her back pain and the fact she would have to wait about 6 weeks to reschedule, she is going through with it. So now she has a world of guilt on her shoulders. All kidding and selfishness aside, pray for our friend/family/brother/son, however you know him. This is a VERY serious condition. But, thank God, he was in the BEST place he could have been for this to happen. Hands down.

Chad is one of the greatest guys I ever had the pleasure to me, talent and phsical conditioning aside. I only met him this past week at the convention, but bantered and chatted back and forth on here with him. He reminds me of a very great friend of mine when I was living in Conyers GA back in 89-91. He is truly the classic example of a "Georgia Boy," polite, nice and heart of gold. Very well said my friend. Prayers for your wife as well.

Prayers sent to you and your family Chad. God bless.

Very well said my friend. Prayers for your wife as well. Thank you sir. But, let's not derail Chad's thread. :thumbup At this moment I have no issues to deal with. Oh, and by the way, Saturday I FINALLY remembered where I THINK I know you from. I will send you a PM.

What scares me on a personal level about reading all this is I know that Pulmonary Emboli are a complication of surgery, not a complication of his injury. He's been stationary since last Wednesday. Not sure if he was getting PT during this time to keep his legs from forming clots but they could have been formed prior to the surgery and let go in the last 24 hours. Prolonged anestesia during surgery can also cause this. You have every right to be apprehensive, but I believe your wife may have a better chance than you believe.

All kidding and selfishness aside, pray for our friend/family/brother/son, however you know him. This is a VERY serious condition. But, thank God, he was in the BEST place he could have been for this to happen. Hands down. Very well said brother. PM sent.

I really don't know what to say. This is just an incredibly dire turn of events - I sure hope things start turning around for Chad. My goodness - it just makes my heart sink after hearing how he seemed to be doing so much better after the surgery. Chad, you gotta pull through this man. Show everyone how the Fayetteville boys roll. kynetguy - I almost forgot about your wife's situation. I wish her the best of luck. If you want to talk about anything at all, you got my cell number - don't be afraid to use it.

I'm staying in close contact with Vman1300, SpidermanSS and GPD270. Vman is keeping the ZRXOA Forum updated as they are very concerned as well. Okay,, SSandS'd. Bike is packed, belly is full with light food (salad, greens et, al.) and I feel good. I haven't done this kind of ride in a long time so say a prayer for me too if you would please. God and Chad will keep me on the right path tonight. For God so loved the world That He gave His only begotten son That whosoever shall believe in Him Shall not perish but have everlasting life :):):)

Chad's still in very critical condition... Everyone please keep the prayer coming. He's going to get through this. Eddie and Ned are a couple hours away and will let me know when they get there.

I'm staying in close contact with Vman1300, SpidermanSS and GPD270. Vman is keeping the ZRXOA Forum updated as they are very concerned as well. Okay,, SSandS'd. Bike is packed, belly is full with light food (salad, greens et, al.) and I feel good. I haven't done this kind of ride in a long time so say a prayer for me too if you would please. God and Chad will keep me on the right path tonight. For God so loved the world That He gave His only begotten son That whosoever shall believe in Him Shall not perish but have everlasting life :):):) Call me when you hit Atlanta if you need to make a pit stop

Guys, I hate to be a puss here, but this past week is fugging tearing me up. Just watching how everyone packs up and hauls ass hours across the country, exchanging PM's with some of you, knowing how some of you took VERY good care of me SUnday night when hours before you wouldn't have known me form the milk man, seeing the emotional display at the drawing for the Tater Gun and all I expirienced lst week. . .you all are amazing people. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of all this! I am honored, blessed and a better person because of all of you! I wish I was packing up and hauling ass to Chattanooga. If I didn't have to take care of my wife in the morning, I would be underway for a 5 hour haul to TN myself.

I'm staying in close contact with Vman1300, SpidermanSS and GPD270. Vman is keeping the ZRXOA Forum updated as they are very concerned as well. Okay,, SSandS'd. Bike is packed, belly is full with light food (salad, greens et, al.) and I feel good. I haven't done this kind of ride in a long time so say a prayer for me too if you would please. God and Chad will keep me on the right path tonight. For God so loved the world That He gave His only begotten son That whosoever shall believe in Him Shall not perish but have everlasting life :):):) Be safe. PM sent.

Please be with Chad God. Please cradle him in your loving hands and heal his body. Lord, this group cannot loose another great guy again. We just cannot take it. Not Chad, and not now. We always ask that your will be done because that is what you command us to support. We trust there is a reason for this injury and for this pain. We are a second family for each other and pray for Chad as a brother in Christ and a forum and riding brother as well. We pray for Chad's complete recovery and know that you control all things. Please be merciful and heal him. In your name we ask these things...Amen.

thoughts and prayers going out to chad and his family hang in there chad

Please be with Chad God. Please cradle him in your loving hands and heal his body. Lord, this group cannot loose another great guy again. We just cannot take it. Not Chad, and not now. We always ask that your will be done because that is what you command us to support. We trust there is a reason for this injury and for this pain. We are a second family for each other and pray for Chad as a brother in Christ and a forum and riding brother as well. We pray for Chad's complete recovery and know that you control all things. Please be merciful and heal him. In your name we ask these things...Amen. Thank YOU ;)

Thank YOU ;) +1 million.

Those of you who know me know I'm not religious at all, but in this instance I will pray as well for a speedy full recovery for Chad. God knows the world is better with him in it and we need him here. Get well bro, one day "I" will pass "YOU" on the Gap.

Every time I try to post I end up in a mess of tears. I am so distressed at this news but I take comfort in prayer and in knowing that Chad has so many good friends pulling for and contributing to his full recovery. I feel huge thanks toward those of you who are going now to be with Chad and my prayers are with you as well. You carry with you all of our good wishes and our hearts are with you in your travels. I know how hard it is to drive when concerns and worries for a dear friend are high, but try to stay calm and be safe on the road. I will keep you in my thoughts and I will keep praying, as hard as I have been since I heard this news. Please tell me if I can help in any way at all and send everyone's love and care to Chad. I hope that in the morning I will hear that he is well enough to post pictures of him in his bicycling shorts. Thanks for the prayers, guys. Keep 'em coming. Please God be with Chad tonight and as he heals. We all want to see him happy and healthy and strong again.

Thank you Laura , call me if you need anything.

Guys... please continue to update this thread. I will check it again in the morning. I don't have internet access at work so I will be calling for updates. Praying for Chad again and again and again.

Just got off the phone with Eddie(Gaprider) who is on the road with Unlce Ned to see Chad. No more news which I guess can be a good thing. His family says he is putting in a good fight. You guys keep the prayers going!!!!!

Shane, if no one from the forum is there call me and I'll go down there, Im less than an hour away.

Thanks Justin, Eddie, Ned and Goobr are enroute. I've let work know I could be leaving anytime. I know I'll talk to Chad tommorow :fact So keep the prayers coming EVERYONE :fact

Thoughts and prayers to Chad and his family...

Please be with Chad God. Please cradle him in your loving hands and heal his body. Lord, this group cannot loose another great guy again. We just cannot take it. Not Chad, and not now. We always ask that your will be done because that is what you command us to support. We trust there is a reason for this injury and for this pain. We are a second family for each other and pray for Chad as a brother in Christ and a forum and riding brother as well. We pray for Chad's complete recovery and know that you control all things. Please be merciful and heal him. In your name we ask these things...Amen. Those are true and sweet words Annie. :thumbup

Didnt really know him... but he seemed like a great guy .. Get better brotha !!

It sounds like there's several people on their way, now. Earlier today, before learning of this issue, I had PM'd several people requesting info about the hospital he's at, visiting hours, etc....as I was planning on visiting him Wednesday morning just to say hello, cheer him up, and sneak him in some contraband. I rearranged some work schedules to be able to do that....I only wish I had been able to travel there this afternoon. My nature, as an engineer, is to fix things, solve problems, create solutions, and I sit here entirely helpless and frustrated that I can't fix this........or I damn sure would. I'm praying I will still be visiting Chad this week, if not to personally visit him then to be there to deliver a show of support for his family & friends from what has to be hundreds of other friends he has through these forums and motorcycling. Fight the good fight, GA"warrior"........ I hope to be seeing you in a couple of days. I'll trade ALL convention trips to be able to complete this trip. :fact

I just talked to Eddie and he said that they are about 50 miles out. I told him to call me when they got there...I'm just setting feeling helpless and like someone ripped my heart out. HANG IN THERE BRO!!!

Thanks for the update guys. I will continue to pray for Chad.

Sorry to hear bout that guys....godspeed chad to recovery

I just talked to Eddie and he said that they are about 50 miles out. I told him to call me when they got there...I'm just setting feeling helpless and like someone ripped my heart out. HANG IN THERE BRO!!! I was about to call them again to see if they were there yet.

Been following this all afternoon/evening/night on my phone, and haven't had a chance to post until now. I was so shocked to read this today. I am really praying for ya, Chad. Stay strong brother!

Eddie, Ned and Goobr, safe travels. CHAD I'm praying for YOU. You are one of the good ones that makes the world a better place, and makes those that can call you a friend feel special for knowing you. Get well my friend.

Prayers are going out all night Chad! Hang in there because the 2009 convention is right around the corner and you can't miss that! Never would I have imagined that 2 months ago buying an R1 would bring me to this point. Never would I have believed that I would have met such a great group of people that give so selfishly and are so willing to help a complete stranger at the drop of a hat. I am honored to be a part of this family and can not wait to grow with you all. Lord, tonight we ask of you to watch over our brother. We ask that you guide his doctors and nurses and keep him healthy and strong. Please give strength to his family in this time of peril and please watch over our brothers and sisters who are traveling to be by his side. but those that hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31 Amen

praying hard !!! also will pass all this info on to our family so they can pray too!! Amy

mine are in,

Just got off the phone with Eddie and there have been no changes. The doctors will know more in the morning. -Steve

Our prayers are with you Chad...Wish we were too!!! Tres and Trent wanted us to tell Daddy Chaddy.. that they love him and he will be o.k. . They said they can't wait to come see you!!!! All our love and prayers brutha! Ang, Larry, Tres, and Trent (chewy)

Just got off the phone with Eddie and there have been no changes. The doctors will know more in the morning. -Steve Thanks for the update, Steve. Still saying prayers. Staying positive like Chad said to.

Thanks for the call Ned!!!! Im glad he is not getting worse. Prayers are working folks....keep them coming!!!!!

waiting for the morning update praying to hear some great news

I tried sleeping tonight but I just could not. I have been up constantly praying and checking this thread hoping not to find anymore bad news. I have been thinking about all the wonderful things this forum has done since Stephen and I have been a part of it. I remember Stephen first getting on the forum and he would just sit and laugh and type and laugh and type at everyone messing with each other. Then he started calling people off the forum asking for help and I remember that Chad was one of the first guys he was calling. Everyone was always so quick to help out if anyone had any problems. Then came our first Convention, this is when I truly saw the support of this forum family. In 2006 when Stephen wrecked on the skyway. This family pulled together in amazing ways for Stephen as well as for Kflexx that year when he was taken from us. Shane and the McCoys, Chad, Kevin, Brian and many others made sure that I had everything that I needed and everyone said their prayers like they are tonight. Then I saw it all again when Glenn was taken from us this last year. That was a heartbreaker for me because I had just met Glenn the year before at the gap and he was very friendly and welcoming. It is just amazing how this family pulls together each year and people drive across the country to see friends that some have never met before, only online. I wish that I could have made it to the trackday for Glenn but Stephen filled me in on all the wonderful events that took place. Now theres Chad and once again, I am seeing us all pull together and pray for one of our own. Chad is a huge part of this family, getting us together and setting up the events that take place each year at our "family reunion" that is what I consider the convention. Each time I think of what he is going through I just pray. I have been in tears on and off each time I read a post from someone and I just feel the emotion in it. I am sorry for the long post but I feel as though it needed to be said. This is a great family and I am so glad the Stephen, Shane and I are a part of it. You guys and gals mean a lot to us and I would not trade anything that I have experienced with you all for the world. Chad, please stay strong and remember that you have a wonderful extended family praying for you. I will have a prayer circle in the morning at work for you with a guy who is a pastor as well. I have many people here in OK that are praying for you that do not know you but pray for your recovery.

You find out who your friends are Somebody's gonna drop everything Run out and crank up their car Hit the gas, get there fast Never stop to think 'what's in it for me?' or 'it's way too far' They just show on up with their big old heart You find out who your friends are -by Tracey Lawrance I just heard this song on the radio and thought that it fit this situation right here. I have never seen people just pack up and go to be there for a friend like you guys do. Thanks everyone.

Keep fighting Chad!! :flex:

Pull through this Chad.

This is all very hard for me to read. The reasons are many. SOme are selfish and some are selfless. Chad is one of the greatest guys I ever had the pleasure to me, talent and phsical conditioning aside. I only met him this past week at the convention, but bantered and chatted back and forth on here with him. He reminds me of a very great friend of mine when I was living in Conyers GA back in 89-91. He is truly the classic example of a "Georgia Boy," polite, nice and heart of gold. What scares me on a personal level about reading all this is I know that Pulmonary Emboli are a complication of surgery, not a complication of his injury. This is personal because my wife is going in tomorrow at 8am to have 3 verabrae fused because of degenerative disk disease. So now, not only am I worried about Chad, I am thinking the worst about tomorrow. Mainly because of the irony that my wife put off her surgery so that I could come down and meet all you wonderful people and have a summer blow out to myself before I was totally occupied with her care and doing 100% around the house and for our kids for the next 3 months while she lays recovering and waiting for bone to grow and heal. To add to all this, I found out on my way home Sunday that her aunt died. SO she is pretty tore up about that as well. But due to the severity of her back pain and the fact she would have to wait about 6 weeks to reschedule, she is going through with it. So now she has a world of guilt on her shoulders. All kidding and selfishness aside, pray for our friend/family/brother/son, however you know him. This is a VERY serious condition. But, thank God, he was in the BEST place he could have been for this to happen. Hands down. I recently descovered I have degenerated disk disease, I am having treatment at the moment, I have just got away with not having to have my disks fused and count myself lucky for now but know that it will eventually happen, good luck to you and your wife.

Just found this thread. Not much we can do from Iowa besides hope. If anyone knows of anything beyond that, let me know.

...hoping that no news is good news....

Prayers for Chad and all his family. Chad is one hell of a guy, pull through this big guy.

...hoping that no news is good news.... I'm hoping so too Kirk!! :yesnod I haven't gotten a call or text since about 9:30 last night. :fact

Keep Fighting Chad!!

he made it through the night! Remember that was our first hurtle, let's be thankful for that. Also, good news is that his condition did not worsen. They were able to reduce the amount of oxygen they are giving him. The next thing will be a test to check for clots and blood flow. dont know when that will happen

I just got off the phone with Shane, Ned called him. Chad DID pull throught thr night, thank you JESUS. He will be having more tests today to look for other clots. Keep praying my family.

Our heavenly Father, we ask that you lay your healing hands on Chad and heal his injuries. Lord we ask that you be with him through each night with comfort and ease of the pain. Father we ask that you be with his family and loved ones. With your love and grace Lord, miracles do happen. In Jesus' name I pray...Amen

this is good to hear!!!! keep fighting Chad!

Thanks for the update Eddie and Kevin. Thats great news!

Thanks Eddie! One step at a time, but that is a HUGE first step. Keep us posted.

Eddie, that is very good news, thanks for psoting that, that is one hurdle out of the way that we were all worried about, I didnt sleep good last night worried about him and his family. Pleased your there with him and made it down there safe. I will be checking back often today for any new news.

thanks for the update. This is good news.

Thanks for the news Eddie!! :thumbup Fight on Chad!! :flex:

prayers answered... more prayers sent Love ya Chad!

Great news! :) Keep on fighting, Chad! :rock

Phew - that's good news. I sincerely hope all the updates are good news!

Go Chad GO!!!!!

Not much sleep here either. Thanksfor the update. Still praying for you Chad!!!!!

As I sit here reading this.... tears are streaming from my eyes. Thank Our Heavenly Father that Chad made it through this most difficult of nights. Chad was the first person I met off this forum. He was laughing with me sunday when I visited him in chattanooga. PLease, If ANYTHING changes for the worse, I need to get a text or call or something because I'll be driving up there as well. 205-292-0745 Josh Godspeed my southern brotha! You'd better beat this just like you beat me!

Hang tough my friend, we're all still pulling for you to stay with us. Prayers on the way!

he made it through the night! Remember that was our first hurtle, let's be thankful for that. Also, good news is that his condition did not worsen. They were able to reduce the amount of oxygen they are giving him. The next thing will be a test to check for clots and blood flow. dont know when that will happen That is great news to hear. Keep up the fight Chad, and I'll see ya soon brother.

I ran out of steam about 5am and had to pull off the road on the bike. Came to my sister's house in Perry, GA where I am now. Called Ned and Eddie and got the better news. I'll wait here for a couple of hours and probably head back home after talking with Ned. Sounding better Chad. Hang in there man.

Long night... I think alot of us pulled together to pray through the night and get a little bit of sleep. Hang in there homie! I expect to be talking to your FAST and CLEAN self today sometime :fact

Hang in their Chad, prayers sent

Ben, you made it safe n sound right?

oops just saw your post, ben.

Chad, keep charging hard!

he made it through the night! Remember that was our first hurtle, let's be thankful for that. Also, good news is that his condition did not worsen. They were able to reduce the amount of oxygen they are giving him. The next thing will be a test to check for clots and blood flow. dont know when that will happen Thanks for the update. We're still praying on this end. Please keep up posted.

First I am thankful for the people that have called me and let me know what is going on. The text from Shane this morning. Chad means allot to me as he does to you all. He has been and will always be my motorcycle guiding light. Sometimes that gets me in trouble (07 R1). Sometimes it brings you back (after my crash I lost my ride skills, till glenns trackday where Chad placed his hand on my shoulder and helped me around the track again). But most of all Chad's love of life is what I think draws us all to him. So much so that Stu and I talked about it this year. It takes a great man to have so many great friends that love and care for him. Chad you will be back to being Chad again soon. My best thoughts are with you and I wish I had the leave time to come to you, but sadly I do not.

Ben, Andrea has said she feels like we would be able to go in and see Chad at visiting hours which are 10:30-11:00am, 4:00-4:30pm and 8:30-9:00pm. I will find out soon if we do get in but I thought you would want to know.

That would be cool Eddie

Come on brotha!!! Keep fighting!!!!!!!!!!!

Get well soon Chad.

The angeogram *(spelling), is getting ready to start.... It will check blood flow and for clots from what I'm told.

More prayers sent! Keep fighting Chad!

The angeogram *(spelling), it getting ready to start.... It will check blood flow and for clots from what I'm told. Praying for it to be clean!:rock

The angeogram *(spelling), it getting ready to start.... It will check blood flow and for clots from what I'm told. Thanks Shane :thumbup

I'll be down there after I get off work tonight. Eddie and Ned will you all be up around 12:30 at the hospital?

The angeogram *(spelling), it getting ready to start.... It will check blood flow and for clots from what I'm told. That is pretty good. His vitals have to be solid for them to perform the angiogram. Come on Chad! We need you to get home!

Just like most I didn't sleep much, I'm so glad that our brother made it through. JUST KEEP FIGHTING BRO!! We are all praying for you!

More prayers sent! Keep fighting Chad! +1!!!

Goods news so far. More prayers sent...

The angeogram *(spelling), is getting ready to start.... It will check blood flow and for clots from what I'm told. Hoping it comes out clean. My prayers go out to God. Chad, we didn't get to meet in person because i arrived on thursday and you were already at the hospital. I hope you get well soon so that we can ride together at the gap next year.:thumbup From the R6 forum, Franco Disalvo

I just spoke with Goobr. He is getting ready to get back on the FJR and return to Florida. Ride safe Goobr, and let us know when you get in please.

I just spoke with Goobr. He is getting ready to get back on the FJR and return to Florida. Ride safe Goobr, and let us know when you get in please. :fact :thumbup

I have been out of the country for the past week and the first message I had when returning was from FINSL about this........... :( Man this sucks so bad..... Chad you are definitely one of the BEST overall persons I have ever met in my life.... you better hang in there man. Prayers and love are being sent your way from me and Angie, get well soon!!!

Goobr, its Erlanger Hospital on the UT at Chattanooga Campus. Erlanger Health System 975 East Third Street Chattanooga, TN 37403 From I-75 (north or south) exit on I-24 west towards Birmingham to the I-124/N Hwy 27 exit. Go North to the 4th street exit, go east on 4th Street and it will merge with 3rd street and takes you in front of the Hospital. Don't exit onto 4th avenue off I-24. http://www.erlanger.org/visitors/baroness.asp Thanks for the updates Shane. More prayers sent. Its across from the Chick-fila... If you get lost, got to the at&t store and ask for directions... they are my old co workers and they will get you there... Does anyone want to pitch in and get chad flowers or something for his room?

Thank you lord, for hearing our prayers. Father thank you for bringing our beloved friend safely through the night with your love. Lord help each and every one of us remain strong for Chad. Lord, we thank you for the blessings you have bestowed upon us and our beloved friend. Lord, hear our prayers. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

I'm going to start a collection thread later tonight. I've already have 2 people that want to donate over $1100. I spoke to Chad yesterday for about a hour and he was talking about getting a playstation to kill time during recovery so I talked to a few people and thought we could get him a playstation, a few games and then send him a check. Give me a little time to get it setup though.

i'm Pretty broke right now, but i'll find a way to get him something...

Ben, you made it safe n sound right? I'm going to start a collection thread later tonight. I've already have 2 people that want to donate over $1100. I spoke to Chad yesterday for about a hour and he was talking about getting a playstation to kill time during recovery so I talked to a few people and thought we could get him a playstation, a few games and then send him a check. Give me a little time to get it setup though. Shane, if there is ANYTHING I can do to help you facilitate this, call me immediately. You have my number. I am pretty tight on cash right now, but I can handle $50 for a game or whatever it can be used for to help our brotha! I am sitting here bored at the hospital with m laptop and wireless card anyway. So I might as well be constructive.

Thanks Eric..... Let's keep the prayers coming we'll get a thread on the other stuff up later... I know Eddie will be calling me soon with some positive news!

I'm going to start a collection thread later tonight. I've already have 2 people that want to donate over $1100. I spoke to Chad yesterday for about a hour and he was talking about getting a playstation to kill time during recovery so I talked to a few people and thought we could get him a playstation, a few games and then send him a check. Give me a little time to get it setup though. Shane - if we get him a PS3 I'll give him my copy of Rainbow 6: Vegas and gladly donate to the cause.

more prayers--hang in there Chad

Just read through the entire thread. My thoughts & prayers are going out to Chad.

Wow, I'm just now reading this, what a bummer. Get well, Chad. I've never met you but you're in my thoughts. I wish you a speedy recovery.

Great to hear the progress Chad has made. Keep fighting bro. More prayers from me.

UPdate: Chad is breathing on his own the machine is insuring he's getting the right amount of oxygen still though. His color is GOOD Blood pressure is good according to the doctor for the condition he's in The clots have reduced in size (but are still there) Possibly responsive. Eddie, Ned and the family were in the room talking and his leg moved several times and he squeezed someone's handFAST and CLEAN !!!!!!!!!! PRAYERS are working! KEEP THEM COMING!

UPdate: Chad is breathing on his own the machine is insuring he's getting the right amount of oxygen still though. His color is GOOD Blood pressure is good according to the doctor for the condition he's in The clots have reduced in size (but are still there) Possibly responsive. Eddie, Ned and the family were in the room talking and his leg moved several times and he squeezed someone's handFAST and CLEAN !!!!!!!!!! PRAYERS are working! KEEP THEM COMING!God is good.

Shane - if we get him a PS3 I'll give him my copy of Rainbow 6: Vegas and gladly donate to the cause. Thanks, that is what I was thinking :thumbup

Thats wonderful news. Come on Chad--You WILL pull through this. Long distance prayers are being sent from PA. Let me know how I can help out.

UPdate: Chad is breathing on his own the machine is insuring he's getting the right amount of oxygen still though. His color is GOOD Blood pressure is good according to the doctor for the condition he's in The clots have reduced in size (but are still there) Possibly responsive. Eddie, Ned and the family were in the room talking and his leg moved several times and he squeezed someone's handFAST and CLEAN !!!!!!!!!! PRAYERS are working! KEEP THEM COMING! Alright Chad!! :rock Keep fighting brutha!! :fact

Glad to hear the update!!!!! can't wait to see one saying that chad is the strongest and baddest mofo on the forums when he pulls through all this!! i'm still pullin for ya Chad!! a few more prayers have been sent man

Thank you Jesus! WOOT! The GOOD news is once they land in the lungs, that is the BAD part! Looks like the prayers and Chad's will to never quit and to smack this shit in the face is getting us past this! Thanks Shane for the updates brotha!

Thanks for the updates... keep em coming. We'll keep praying for Chad and Family.

Keep Fightin' Chad!! More Prayers Sent!!

Great news Shane!!!!! Keep up the prayers guys/gals!!!

I'm going to start a collection thread later tonight. I'll contribute as much as I can. Let me know if there is anything else I can do. :yesnod Thanks again Shane for the updates. :fact

Thats Great news Shane, thanks for that Still got all my fingers and toes crossed for a good recovery Rooting for ya buddy

This is truly GREAT NEWS! I like everyone else, spent a restless night worrying about how my buddy was faring. I was happy to hear the good news first thing this morning when I got up. Shane, let me know when you start gathering up money and I'll contribute what I can.

GREAT to hear! Keep coming brother your almost there!

Eddie posted the visiting hours a few pages back. Those of you that can make it PLEASE do :fact

more good news!! continued prayers and best wishes. UPdate: Chad is breathing on his own the machine is insuring he's getting the right amount of oxygen still though. His color is GOOD Blood pressure is good according to the doctor for the condition he's in The clots have reduced in size (but are still there) Possibly responsive. Eddie, Ned and the family were in the room talking and his leg moved several times and he squeezed someone's handFAST and CLEAN !!!!!!!!!! PRAYERS are working! KEEP THEM COMING!

I am SO happy to hear the positive reports and I'm hoping they only get better from here. The Playstation is a super idea and my donation is ready to go when you guys give the word. Eddie, Ned, Shane, Scott, and everyone else who is helping us to stay updated: THANK YOU. And thanks to everyone for praying and sending your good thoughts to Chad and his family. I know we are all rooting for him to be his fast and clean self again!

My prayers are with Chad and his family and friends... glad to hear that he is doing better! Wish you the very best!

Good news...

We just heard about this. Chad, we're praying as hard as we can. Love from Kentucky, Paige & PJ

Just got off the phone with Eddie and Ned. They are heading back home as I type this. They said they will let friends in the room to see Chad during the visiting hours. From what Eddie said Chad seems to respond a little when he he is being spoken to but is still heavily sedated. He is by far not out of the woods yet but doing better.

Just got off the phone with Eddie and Ned. They are heading back home as I type this. They said they will let friends in the room to see Chad during the visiting hours. From what Eddie said Chad seems to respond a little when he he is being spoken to but is still heavily sedated. He is by far not out of the woods yet but doing better. Thanks Scott!! :thumbup Keep fighting the good fight Chad!! :flex:

Chad will be in my prayers.... :( Sorry to hear of this too! :( Thanks for the info Brian.

Chad will be in my prayers.... :( Sorry to hear of this too! :( Thanks for the info Brian. I figure we can use as many happy thoughts and prayers as possible!!!! :thumbup I want Chad to get better ASAP!! :thumbup

Just got back from the honeymoon and read this. Very sad to hear, and hope he keeps getting better. You'll have my prayers with you!

I'm planning on riding up there tomorrow morning.

Keep on fighting bro, thinking of you and wishing a speedy recovery!

Thoughts and prayers go to Chad and his family in a time of need. Get well soon.

Just got off the phone with Eddie and Ned. They are heading back home as I type this. They said they will let friends in the room to see Chad during the visiting hours. From what Eddie said Chad seems to respond a little when he he is being spoken to but is still heavily sedated. He is by far not out of the woods yet but doing better. Thank God! This is good news. I hope someone is at his side every minute. This is such a critical time. I hope he knows who is there with him and can hear/understand how much we are all pulling for him (even if he won't remember later). I just know our prayers and support are helping!

I'm planning on riding up there tomorrow morning. Awesome! Justin is going up tonight and you will be there tommorow. SWEET !

Dear God I can't believe I reading this.. Chad, You need to get better.. Prayers sent!

Wow. Just found this thread and it took me 10 minutes to get to the end. I'm happy to hear Chad is moving in the right direction and wish him a speedy recovery!

thanks for the update.

thanks for the update. +1. Thank you

Awesome! Justin is going up tonight and you will be there tommorow. SWEET ! I'll be going tomorrow morning, they won't let me in since I don't get off work until visitors hours are over.

Man, it's good to hear that Chad is doing better, but everyone keep sending your prayers...... Keeping fighting it man, we are all here with you.... more love and prayers coming from GA.....

Thanks Justin :fact

It is awesome to see things moving in the right direction. Keep up the prayers and well wishes. Shane and you other guys that are "in the know" .. thanks for updates and please keep us informed.

Shane, if there is ANYTHING I can do to help you facilitate this, call me immediately. You have my number. I am pretty tight on cash right now, but I can handle $50 for a game or whatever it can be used for to help our brotha! I am sitting here bored at the hospital with m laptop and wireless card anyway. So I might as well be constructive. Same goes for us!:rock

It's comforting to hear he's improving. Thank you Lord!

At 5pm Easter (20 min from now) everyone take 1 min (60 seconds) out of your day and lets all say a little prayer for Chad. All of us, at once. Just a moment of silent prayer or thought. Doesn't have to be fancy. Just a moment when we are all praying together. Let the lord hear our prayer all at once. Thanks.

At 5pm Easter (20 min from now) everyone take 1 min (60 seconds) out of your day and lets all say a little prayer for Chad. All of us, at once. Just a moment of silent prayer or thought. Doesn't have to be fancy. Just a moment when we are all praying together. Let the lord hear our prayer all at once. Thanks. Excellent idea. I'm on it.

At 5pm Easter (20 min from now) everyone take 1 min (60 seconds) out of your day and lets all say a little prayer for Chad. All of us, at once. Just a moment of silent prayer or thought. Doesn't have to be fancy. Just a moment when we are all praying together. Let the lord hear our prayer all at once. Thanks. +3 :thumbup

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At 5pm Easter (20 min from now) everyone take 1 min (60 seconds) out of your day and lets all say a little prayer for Chad. All of us, at once. Just a moment of silent prayer or thought. Doesn't have to be fancy. Just a moment when we are all praying together. Let the lord hear our prayer all at once. Thanks. +1 :thumbup

Its go time!!

Prayer Said! Keep fightin' Chad!

did my little prayer.. :thumbup Keep hanging in there Chad!!

That ought to give a big boost.

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Thanks to all who participated in the 5pm prayer!

Thanks to all who participated in the 5pm prayer! I missed it since I was driving home, but will put in one now!

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