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"Help Our Dad - Ron Tweedle"

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As you are probably aware our dad Ron has struggled with his health over the past ten years. In 2007 Dad had 3 major heart artery blockages and 2 stents installed. During the following years he has dealt with maintaining his heart, various trips to the emergency room, gout, diverticulitis, prostate issues, maintaining his one and only kidney, a downturn in business and of course some bouts of depression.

Last July a heart angiogram revealed 4 more major artery blockages of 70% each, thus surgery was required. Last December he had quadruple bypass open heart surgery, dictating a long healing process, with various setbacks along the way that continue to challenge his recovery: neuropathy in the right leg, vertigo, swollen feet, constant chest discomfort, under doctors orders to do no lifting, straining, physical exertion (just some walking and aerobics for now), and of course the challenge of keeping stress to a minimum. Naturally depression has continued to befriend him.

Dad has been a self employed  small business owner in our city of Hamilton for more than 35 years.  His health and a downturn in business have made finances very difficult.  He now has minimal income, no company pensions and no benefits.  Hopefully he can return to work sometime in 2018.

Dad has just suffered another major setback: his partner Carol was diagnosed with esophageal cancer, late stage 3 squamous cell carcinoma, a cancerous tumor in the esophagus, along with cancer in her lymph nodes and stomach. Unfortunately, this cancer is fast and furious and carries an extremely poor prognosis. She has already started daily intense chemo and radiation treatments at Juravinski, if God permits these treatments will last at least 6 months. Carol is also self employed, thus no income, pension or benefits.

Dad and Carol are in a terrible predicament. As Dad continues his challenging journey towards healing, he now has the overwhelming task of being a full time caregiver for a loved one in an even more dire situation. Watching Carol suffer daily right before his eyes is very painful, his depression is deepening, his spirit is dwindling. It's such an overwhelming time for Dad and both our family, and Carol's.

For those who have had the opportunity to spend time with Dad, you know he has always been selfless, reliable, so very generous and kind, forthright, with a heart full of love and a fun, fun, fun spirit. This man that we have the privilege to call our Dad has entertained, supported, inspired and always been there for us - and everyone who has been in his presence has felt his unconditional love.  Beyond his countless contributions to the lives of his loved ones, Dad has been an avid volunteer, serving his community for 45 years and most important of all, extending his hand to societies less fortunate.

Our Dad's spirit has broken - he very seldom smiles, jokes or laughs now, may we ask of you if you have a moment - we know life's so very busy - please leave Dad a comment below, to share some of the memories of the times you spent with him, remind him there is still so much beauty in this world and let's help him get back a zest for life. We all want our Daddy and Ronnie back.

At this time after months of trying to cope with these realities as a family, the time has come that we need to reach out to help Dad in any and every way that we can. So many people have asked what they can do to support us and our father at this time, and this is it!  Please consider a monetary donation of any amount you are able - any amount is so appreciated by all of us and truly needed more than ever.

Please forward this to anyone you feel may be interested in helping out our Dad.

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers, the most important gesture of all.

We love you Daddy, Deedz, Rockin' Ronnie, The Turk, Ronnie Boy, Nature Boy Flair, Rainbow Ronnie, Homeslice, Ronaconda, Daddy-O, Ron Kwon Do, Ron Travolta, Jimmy !!!! (Connors), The Godfather,
Ron Burgundy, Ronnie Lee Roth, Juan Mexico,
Ronnie Wildcat, Ronorama, Mr. T, the list goes on ..... XOXOXOXOX

Thank You and God Bless,
Mindy, Katy & Kurt

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Mindy, Katy & Kurt Tweedle
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Hamilton, ON

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