Joe Gezel Medical Fund
On the morning of November 7th Joe began experiencing pain in his shoulder. Realizing this pain could be a sign of something larger, he drove himself to the Indianola Fire Station. Through the grace of God there were EMTs on site who immediately recognized that Joe was in the midst of a heart attack and took swift measures to get him to the hospital.
Upon arrival at the hospital Joe was immediately rushed to surgery to remedy what the doctors described as a massive heart attack. Stints were put in the right side of his heart to remove blockages, while blockages on the left side will be operated on at a later date.
As of today, the doctors have given a deadline of Monday to have the ventilator removed. If it is not removed by then they will likely have to perform a tracheotomy in order allow them direct access to his airways without the need for a ventilator.
Joe is a well known, friendly face around town, always willing to lend a hand to someone in need. He does so much for our community and is so involved with his church. He has such a passion for helping the homeless and is accomplishing so much with the HEAL House. Joe and his wife, Dorothy are some of the most humble, selfless people I have ever met. I’m hoping our community can come together and show a little love towards the Gezels and give back for everything they’ve done.
