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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 02:08 PM by Marla Noland |
| Words can't express the pain I feel for the victims and their families. May the God of love, joy and peace have mercy on them in their time of need.
28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 01:39 PM by Andrea Wilkinson |
| As a member and moderator of Realtree.com forums, I knew David Ashburn to be a truly dedicated family man and hunter. He was always willing to help people out with any questions about hunting or any health-related topic. David will be missed by all the members at Realtree. We mourn his passing and are keeping his wife and children in our prayers.
We also take comfort in knowing that we will all see him again when we meet him at the gates of Heaven. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 01:25 PM by Raghu (Trivellore Raghunathan) |
| Martin Spoor was in two of my OJOC classes that I taught. Always cheerful, very unassuming and many times wearing his cowboy boots. What I remember most was his unique sense of humor. It was subtle but elegant one liners. He would come down to me during the break and ask me a question and would drop in these one liners that made you chuckle, a very welcome relief during the long OJOC teaching hours. I am so happy that I got to know him. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 01:20 PM by David Gilmer, RN, ECLS Coordinator, Medical College of Georgia |
| The Medical College of Georgia Neonatal ECMO/Transport Team share in your grief at this tragic loss of life. Having lost our neonatal transport team in August, 1993 to similar circumstances, we understand the depth of your pain. We pray for your special team and the many families that have been touched and changed forever by this tragic event. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 01:20 PM by UMHS Pride Network |
| Our organization would like to send our deepest sympathy to the families of the Survial Flight crew. We would also like to extend our thoughts and prayers to the entire UMHS family at this solemn moment.
Pride Network |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 01:17 PM by Hartmuth B. Bittner |
| My sincerest thoughts and prayers go to the families and friends of these heroes. As a cardiothoracic transplant surgeon I really feel your pain and I pray for your grief. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 01:12 PM by Royal Oak Shrine |
| Royal Oak Shrine's track and cross-country teams are saddened to hear about the loss, and our hearts and prayers go out to the victims' families, co-workers and especially the teams at Fr. Gabriel Richard. Coach Richard Chenault definitely embodied the Catholic High School League motto of ''More than good sports -- good people.'' |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:54 PM by A Sadden Public Safety Officer |
| "Even in our sleep,
pain which cannot forget Falls drop by Drop upon our Hearts,
"Robert F. Kennedy" May the wisdom that these fallen HEROES are in a better place, fill the hearts of the families and loved ones who mourn... |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:53 PM by Wilma Tilley |
| We were saddened to learn of the loss of the members of the heart transplant team. Dr. David Ashburn was one of our own, having completed his General Surgery Residency at Wake Forest University School of Medicine during which time he did several rotations on the Cardiothoracic Surgery service. We got to know David personally and were very proud of his accomplishments and interviewed him for a position in our cardiothoracic surgery training program for the 2005 Thoracic Match. David will always be remembered for his smile, warm personality and kindness toward others and as a loyal individual dedicated to saving the life of others. This indeed is a great loss to your institution as we know David had so much potential. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time especially his wife, Candice, the children and members of the other families.
- Faculty and Staff
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:42 PM by Carol Sharp |
| I speak for all the members of the Michigan Association of Air Medical Services when I express our deepest condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of the members of the transplant team who made the ultimate sacrifice. They will be remembered for their selfless service and dedication.
Carol Sharp, President |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:41 PM by PEGGIMAXINE E. SMITH |
| I WOULD LIKE TO OFFER MY HEART FILLED CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILIES AND FRIENDS AFFECTED BY THIS TRAGEDY. THE WORK THAT THEY DO IS SO IMPORTANT. I AM A CORNEAL TRANSPLANT RECIPIENT. I HAVE RECEIVED A SECOND CHANCE OF HAVING SIGHT. MAY GOD GIVE YOU STRENGTH AS YOU CONTINUE ON. THANKS |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:39 PM by Thomas Wozniak, MD |
| Our program is saddened by the news of this tragedy. We try to put this unlikely possibility out of our minds every time we retrieve organs. Please pass our condolences to all members of the flight, their families, and to the donor family. Our thoughts are with you.
Thomas C. Wozniak, MD
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:37 PM by Joseph Roth |
| At the NJ Sharing Network, we are deeply saddened by the loss suffered by the University of Michigan transplant team. On behalf of all of our clinical team, we wish to convey our condolences.
Joseph Roth President & CEO NJ Organ & Tissue Sharing Network |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:34 PM by Gordon Bowen, CEO LifeBanc |
| On behalf of LifeBanc's Board of Directors, volunteers and staff, we offer our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and associates of the flight and transplant team. Their ability to bring life, joy and happiness to others will not be forgotten.
Gordon Bowen Chief Executive Officer, LifeBanc, Cleveland, OH |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:32 PM by Steven Taibbi |
| As both a heart recipient and a pilot, I am deeply saddened by this tragic event. All involved were trying to make a miracle happen - and there is nothing more noble that we mere mortals can do than that.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the families involved in this horrific incident and to the families of the donor and the intended recipient as well. God speed all. Sincerely, Steven Taibbi, Transplant Speakers International |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:28 PM by Eric Jenkins |
| My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends of Dr. David Ashburn. May God give you a peace that passes all understanding during this difficult time.
Eric...from the "Realtree.com forums family" |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:27 PM by Boyd Ward |
| As the Executive Director of an organ procurement organization, one of my greatest fears has been to lose an organ or tissue recovery team due to a plane crash. Although we often take the travel part of our business for granted, it is never done without risk due to bad weather or equipment failure.
It takes great commitment and courage to get on the plane time after time, knowing these risks. On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Arkansas Regional Organ Recovery, please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of these esteemed colleagues. Our thoughts and prayers remain with all of you. Boyd Ward |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:23 PM by Diana Brown |
| As a member of the Memorial Star medical flight team in Colorado Springs, CO, my heart is broken each time I hear of a transport gone wrong. My prayers are with Survival Flight and all the people who have been affected by this tragedy. Please accept my condolences and may you be strong together. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:22 PM by Bank of Ann Arbor |
| We join with the UM community in grieving the loss of the six members of your family. Our thoughts, concerns and prayers are with all those whose lives have been touched by this tragedy.
The Bank of Ann Arbor family |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:12 PM by shannon kelly |
| I first met richard my freshman year of high school(last year) when i tried out for cross country. He was such an amazing man and my inspiration for becoming a doctor. i, along with my track and cross country team, are devastated. He loved us like his own and he meant everything to us. Everyone he came in contact with immediately loved him. I will always remember him and love him. Thank you for everything richard. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:11 PM by Frank Bodino - TSI |
| As a member of Transplant Speakers International, which is comprised solely of organ & tissue recipients and organ donor families, I would like to express our sincerest sympathies to the family, friends and associates of these heroes. They were truly heroes in life as much as they are in death and will live in the hearts of many for a lifetime. Our gratitude is immeasurable and our prayers go out to you in this time of your loss. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:10 PM by alisha weighmink |
| My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and the U of M staff members. How could such a tragedy happen when the victims helped save so many lives? God bless you all. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:02 PM |
| THE COLORADO AND WYOMING TRANSPLANT (LIVER) SUPPORT GROUP FROM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL IN DENVER, COLORADO, FEEL YOUR PAIN AND PRAY THAT YOUR GRIEF WILL EASE WITH EACH PASSING DAY. A TRANSPLANTEE |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:01 PM by Joseph Hulbert |
| I want to wish my prayers and condolences to David's family. David was a good friend and his presence will be greatly missed on the Realtree Forums.
Via Con Dios Joe |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:00 PM by Gail Annich |
| Richard Chenault, colleague and friend. Always a smile on his face to brighten even the worst of days. A man of truth, faith and compassion. He is an example to live by and a great loss to all those who knew him. His presence will always be felt and will guide us to continue his work. You will be greatly missed Richard although I know you are now where we all strive to be. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:56 AM by Sarah "Branham" Martin |
| I knew Dennis and Vanice Hoyes throughout my childhood because my father, Willie Branham was a partner with Dennis in the insurance business and prior to that was employed together at a Jackson grocery store Wrigleys and Great Scott. Dennis was a go getter and appreciated the good life. I fondly remember being able to receive clothing and accessories from Vanice when she would clean out her closets. This to me was like a shopping spree at Macy's without ever leaving Rives Junction. Whenever a new car would grace their driveway the one being replaced would be purchased by my parents and become our new car. I also recall getting the chance from time to time to swim at their house as well. We as a family are grateful to them and the opportunities that were afforded to us through them. Our family has many treasured memories of the Hoyes family and I pray that God will cradle you in the palm of his hand as you endure this trying time in your lives. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:54 AM by William Quenon |
| Would like to offer our condolences to the Ashburn family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of Dr. David Ashburn as well as the others who lost their lives in this very sad and tragic event. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:37 AM by Louis Lovasco |
| I met Dr. David Ashburn over at Realtree.com as he was an avid hunter. He loved to talk hunting and about his family. We knew him on there as Exturkinator as he has a passion for chasing turkeys in the woods. He will be deeply missed. He was just an average guy over there but we all knew he was a Doctor and was there to answer any question we had. We knew he did great things to help the lives of those in need and to lose him is a great loss. Prayers go out to his family and friends.
David, you will be missed down here but we know you must be doing great things up there too! |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:30 AM by Beth Rigney |
| To the families of the staff and the recipient, my heart goes out to you and your families. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are a family that had a lung transplant patient 11 years ago. We have gone through the waiting and then the transplant. We were able to have an extra 10 years with my brother after his double lung transplant. We thank the Lord every day for the skill that He gave his doctors, the generosity of the donor's family, and the prayers and support from family, friends and strangers. We will remember the loss of these unselfish professionals along with the donor and recipient in our prayers. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:25 AM by Tim Guenthardt |
| I would like to offer my condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:24 AM by Lori Johnson Rowley |
| It is with tears that I send this condolence to the families who lost loved ones in this tragic event. I have a personal connection with Dr. David Ashburn. Although our interaction was brief, he left an indelible mark on my heart and I have thought of him often, and my heart broke to see his face on the local news with the story of his death. He was on duty at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem on November 11,2004 when my father was admitted. Daddy was a Reserve Sergeant with the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office when he and my husband, Jeremy Rowley, also a deputy, had both been shot multiple times in the same incident where 2 neighbors had been murdered. Dr. Ashburn tried desperately to save Daddy, and was obviously upset when he entered the small room where the family had been assembled. I'll never forget his words, "We try hard to save everyone, but in a case like this, when a Law Enforcement Officer is involved, we try even harder. I'm so sorry that we weren't able to save him, we lost him." He was holding my mother's hands as he said this and he pulled her to him as we all cried. I have been a Registered Nurse for many years and it is very rare to find a doctor with enough compassion to share his emotions with a family. During this time, my husband was in surgery and by the Grace of God, he did survive and has made a nearly complete recovery.
I understand Dr. Ashburn had a wife and 3 children. My heart breaks for their loss, and I pray the Lord will put his arms around them and carry them through their tragedy just as He is still carrying me through mine. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with the entire community, family and friends of all 6 of those who were lost. HEROES LIVE FOREVER!!! God bless you all. With sincere appreciation and a heavy heart I leave this condolence, Lori Johnson Rowley, RN, BSN, IBCLC |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:20 AM by Jennifer |
| "True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost." -- Arthur Ashe
God be with the families of these fine folks. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:06 AM by Susan Kile |
| I met Dr. Ashburn on the worst day of my life. I was to get the results of a PET scan to see if I had lung cancer. David was the person sent to explain the results and the surgical procedure. He was very aware of my pain and brought Sunshine in my life on a very stormy day. He comforted both me and my husband. After my surgery, David came to visit me and told me how very happy he was to hear they found no cancer. Thank you, David! I will keep your Family and all of the other victims in my prayers. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 11:02 AM by Melissa Thomas, RCP Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center |
| As a family member of a Heart Transplant recipient and a fellow colleague, I am truly touched by the sacrifice that all of the team members made. I was fortunate enough to have worked with Dr. Ashburn on occasion in the ICU; he definitely was a part of the WFU/NCBH team.
My prayers are with all of the families that lost their loved ones in this tragedy, but let it be a comfort to you to know how much all of us who have been touched by an organ transplant appreciate their sacrifice. In his love,
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 10:41 AM by Cullen D. Morris, MD |
| Our deepest sympathy to the families of the June 4 Survival Flight team. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 10:40 AM by Julie Newland |
| My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends in this difficult time. My daughter, Lili, had a kidney transplant 3 years ago today at U of M Hospital. I have tremendous love for the transplant teams there and am saddened by the loss of part of that team. I know the dedication and hope that they have for all of their patients. They will be missed.
Peace and Love,
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 10:39 AM by Paula Deems |
| Our family was greatly saddened at your tremendous loss. As a family blessed with the gift of donation already, we know how dedicated everyone is who is involved in this process. Our hearts go out to the staff and the families involved. They are truly saints. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 10:39 AM by Betsy Noren |
| I did not know any of those who died in this tragedy, but I feel such deep sorrow for the families and co-workers who are grieving such a shocking loss. It is especially sad in that this tragic accident had such immediate and devastating impact on a patient who, along with family members, was so hopeful. And, of course, my heart goes out to the family of the donor; these folks made such a difficult decision when faced with the death of their own family member - and now no good can come of it. So much sadness and loss. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 10:32 AM by Riz and Jackie Manji |
| Our deepest condolences to the U-M team. We know Martin from training and he was a fantastic guy - smart, helpful, kind. We pray that the souls of the team rest in eternal peace and that God give strength to the families to make it through this hard time and go on.
Sincerely,
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 10:16 AM |
| On behalf of the Trauma Burn ICU team, I would like to express our deepest sympathy. I know these angels are watching over us and will guide us the next time a patient's family is faced with the decision to donate their organs. God bless those who were lost and their families. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 10:12 AM by LaTresa |
| Words can't express my feelings around this tragic loss of courageous beings. I was blessed with the opportunity to meet Richard through a colleague while walking the halls of UM Hospital. I thought "there's something special about him" (which I've come to learn now that the special "something" was his love for God which was demonstrated in his interactions with others). As I type these words, his enormous smile runs through my mind. He would always ask me "Now how are those wedding plans going"? His ability to remember the occurrences in others lives and show genuine interest was remarkable. I see that he touched the lives of many and will be sorely missed, here on this earth. To the family, my prayers are with you. I can't imagine how you must feel but I pray God's strength to get you through. For me to have shared that little time with him and the impact that was made, I can't begin to fathom how you're experiencing this loss. I will surely miss his smiling face, waving hello, talking to me or someone else in the halls, sharing an encouraging word. May God give you peace and comfort. LaTresa |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 10:11 AM by Dr Shekar Reddy |
| Our thoughts and sympathies are with the families, friends and colleagues of this team. Let this tragedy make us strengthen our resolve and rededicate ourselves to the cause of transplant surgery. That will be a fitting tribute to this team.
Dr Shekar Reddy. Transplant fellow
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 09:56 AM by Susan Gunderson |
| Our deepest condolences from your colleagues at LifeSource. Our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time go out to the families of those lost as well as the entire donation and transplant team. As we all work to extend the gift of life we are reminded of the precious nature of these gifts and the commitment and dedication of your colleagues. May you find comfort in the legacies and profound impact each of these individuals has given to so many others.
Susan Gunderson
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 09:45 AM by Melissa Markey, JD, EMT-P |
| Deepest condolences on your grievous loss. There is truly no greater love than to put your life on the line to save another. Paramedics, EMTs and emergency services personnel everywhere honor the memory of the dedication of the Survival Flight crew, and offer our support to Survival Flight and the entire University of Michigan Health System community. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 09:29 AM by Thomas and Frances (Cookie) Cole |
| Our thoughts and prayers go with the entire community and their families. God be with all of you at this time of need.
Frances (Cookie) Cole
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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 09:24 AM by Chris |
| From across the great pond, I am deeply saddened by the families', University's' and patient's loss this week. It has been difficult to see the teams search the waters of our shared Great Lake. I pray that none of the team suffered during the crash, and will pray for all involved -- family, friends, students, patients, staff, etc. This also brings to attention the critical need for the gift of life via organ donation. A Wisconsin transplant, I will always be a Michigander at heart, though for all of you I went to the Other University! |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 09:10 AM by Pat Troutt |
| We are very sorry for the loss of these wonderful people. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families, friends and others whose lives these folk have touched. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 08:51 AM by Karen |
| I remember Rick coming to the OR front desk wherever I was working on his way to pick up organs. He had a smile and a concern about going to do his job. He wanted to take care of the world one person at a time. I will miss him talking about his family and telling us his dreams for them. I will miss his smile and his concern for the patients. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 08:38 AM by Trip Zorn |
| From the transplant community at St Luke's hospital in Kansas City, our condolences to the staff and families at Michigan. You have been, and will continue to be in our prayers.
Trip Zorn |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 08:31 AM |
| I feel very touched by such a tragedy. That is not the first time in the world. Four years ago in Italy (cardiac surgeons); last year in France (liver surgeons)... I wish to express all my condolences to these heroes and to their families.
God will bless their souls.
MP, cardiovascular surgeon |
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