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I received a call from my sister about an hour ago. I was told that yesterday evening my youngest brother, who lives in San Jose, had taken my sixteen year old nephew to the ER. He was complaining of a severe headache.

An MRI revealed he has a brain tumor. It's located at the base of his skull, and the spinal column and spinal cord are involved. He will undergo surgery tomorrow at 7 AM.

I can't process this. Liam is a brilliant kid. He has knocked down straight As in AP classes for years. He is a loving young man, and he's everything to my brother and sister-in-law, their only child. They put out word today not to call or text them. They are overwhelmed by the obvious implications of the diagnosis.

My sister was present when Liam was born, and she has been a big part of his life since then. When she called me, I couldn't understand what she was saying because she was crying uncontrollably. My 86 year old Dad lost a grandson three years ago, when my beautiful nephew Andrew committed suicide at the age of sixteen. His heart has been broken again.

Please pray for my family members.
 

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Prayers and only positive thoughts for your nephew.
 

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prayers for your family and a quick recovery!
 

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Tonight my prayers will be for your nephew, as well as your entire family.

Tough when it's family or friend, but so much harder when it's a young person with their whole life ahead of them.
 

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Paying for your nephew and family!!
 

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I remember the heartbreaking story of your other nephew. Prayers for Liam and your family!
 

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Prayers for your nephew and your family, so sorry.
 

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Tough news. I'll say a prayer but remember, modern medicine has come a long way, and kids are resilient.
 

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I received a call from my sister about an hour ago. I was told that yesterday evening my youngest brother, who lives in San Jose, had taken my sixteen year old nephew to the ER. He was complaining of a severe headache.

An MRI revealed he has a brain tumor. It's located at the base of his skull, and the spinal column and spinal cord are involved. He will undergo surgery tomorrow at 7 AM.

I can't process this. Liam is a brilliant kid. He has knocked down straight As in AP classes for years. He is a loving young man, and he's everything to my brother and sister-in-law, their only child. They put out word today not to call or text them. They are overwhelmed by the obvious implications of the diagnosis.

My sister was present when Liam was born, and she has been a big part of his life since then. When she called me, I couldn't understand what she was saying because she was crying uncontrollably. My 86 year old Dad lost a grandson three years ago, when my beautiful nephew Andrew committed suicide at the age of sixteen. His heart has been broken again.

Please pray for my family members.

I am so sorry to read this.. :(.

RD
 

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..Sending prayers for your nephew and your family... hopping for the best...
 

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Prayers to all. My brothers wife had a large brain tumor removed a couple years ago. All went well. Hoping the same for everyone involved
 

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Shitty news man.....wishing the best for your Fam sir...😔
 

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Thoughts and prayers sent for the best possible outcome and a quick recovery!
 

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Im so sorry , positive thoughts for you and your family .
 

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So sorry to read, praying for the best.
 

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aww man...sending positive vibes to you and yours.
cancer sucks, fuck cancer,
If having another cancer patient to talk to helps ping me.

Dave
 

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So sorry to read this. Sending thoughts and prayers.
 

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A salesperson who works for me, Rob, has a 13 year old daughter that had the same diagnosis. They scheduled the surgery right away and removed the tumor. It was not cancerous and she has 100% recovered and is doing great. I pray your nephew's goes just as smooth, modern medicine can work wonders!!
 

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Prayers for your fAmily that they stay strong for Liem and his parents. Hoping for the best outcome and please let us all know how it goes.
 

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So sorry. Terrible news.
 

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Man tough... Prayers for you and your family. It should never be kids.
 

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prayers for your family, it is amazing what modern medicine can do. We all hope for the best.
 

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I received a call from my sister about an hour ago. I was told that yesterday evening my youngest brother, who lives in San Jose, had taken my sixteen year old nephew to the ER. He was complaining of a severe headache.

An MRI revealed he has a brain tumor. It's located at the base of his skull, and the spinal column and spinal cord are involved. He will undergo surgery tomorrow at 7 AM.

I can't process this. Liam is a brilliant kid. He has knocked down straight As in AP classes for years. He is a loving young man, and he's everything to my brother and sister-in-law, their only child. They put out word today not to call or text them. They are overwhelmed by the obvious implications of the diagnosis.

My sister was present when Liam was born, and she has been a big part of his life since then. When she called me, I couldn't understand what she was saying because she was crying uncontrollably. My 86 year old Dad lost a grandson three years ago, when my beautiful nephew Andrew committed suicide at the age of sixteen. His heart has been broken again.

Please pray for my family members.
sorry to hear. Positive thoughts sent your way.
 

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Thoughts and prayers to the family.
FUCK CANCER
 

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Man, wish he and the family lots of love and luck. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
 

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Oh man hate to hear things like this . Wishing Liam , you and your family all the best.....
 

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It hurts my heart to read that a young life is affected like this. Thoughts and prayers to your entire family!
 

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Please lord reach out and heal this young man with all of your glory.
 

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Prayers and warm wishes to you and your family. I hope for a good outcome for you.
 

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Damn Ron...truly sorry to hear this.
Prayers for your nephew&family...
 
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