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re: Former LSU Basketball Player Needs Your Prayers--UPDATE 9-19

Posted on 8/19/08 at 10:30 pm to
Posted by chardonnaygirl
Member since Sep 2007
1452 posts
Posted on 8/19/08 at 10:30 pm to
Hi Duane, I am a former RHS graduate (1975). You are in my prayers and I wish all the best for you.
Posted by chardonnaygirl
Member since Sep 2007
1452 posts
Posted on 8/19/08 at 10:32 pm to
(Posted on 8/12 at 3:12 p.m. to chardonnaygirl)

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Who?! Yea I think I remember some guy by that name. I think he stood out for the huge jerk he was - and still is. C'est la vie!"

Can you please explain that quote to me wallowinit? I would like to know what that is about


I think that was sarcasm! I guess he's calling himself a jerk??? I don't remember him being a jerk in high school, but I wasn't that close to him.

Posted by wallowinit
Louisiana
Member since Dec 2006
14978 posts
Posted on 8/19/08 at 11:05 pm to
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This post was edited on 8/20/08 at 12:24 pm
Posted by JimmyDawg
Georgia
Member since Aug 2008
26 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 9:23 am to
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Posted by raparoot
Central, LA
Member since Dec 2007
1652 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 9:55 am to
Duane - My older brother is Dennis Shaffer and he was wanting to come visit you at MD Anderson.
He lives in Houston and asked me to find out what room # and visiting times, etc... or any other info you can give him so he can stay in contact. I check the RANT daily so if you feel like posting some info. for me to give to him I would appreciate it. You are thought of more than you'll ever know. Thanks.
Posted by LSUbabe
baton rouge
Member since Dec 2007
821 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 12:41 pm to
Duane,
This is Courtney, Larry Farris's daughter. It's been a looonnng time. My thoughts and prayers, as well as those of every prayer line I can think of, are with you and your family. God's peace be with you and always have faith. You are right, the prayers are already working.
Posted by tickfawtiger
Killian LA
Member since Sep 2005
10981 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 12:50 pm to
My prayers are with him and his family.
Posted by bennybob
baton rouge
Member since Jun 2007
68 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 12:54 pm to
Duane, Glad to hear some good news! Prayers do work.We'll keep them coming.
Posted by tommyo40
georgia
Member since Aug 2008
5 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 1:36 pm to
D, it was awesome to read your notes, I can see your face and hear your voice when I read them. The Tiger and Wolves nation are with you, Tory, and the boys. Your perspective is inspiring to all who are following your progress. It is amazing how little time all the crew from B.R. (Randy,Blair, Dave,myself,and hundreds of others)have been able to share with ya'll since you've been away, yet you are instantaneously on all of our minds 24/7. Says a hell of a lot about what a wonderful person you are. Tommy O'Neill
Posted by bringonusc
Owasso, OK
Member since Aug 2007
3767 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 1:47 pm to
Done.
Posted by bennybob
baton rouge
Member since Jun 2007
68 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 3:13 pm to
where's Holen Roussell? He and Duane were buddies.
Posted by Ranty Randy
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since Oct 2006
254 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 5:24 pm to
This has been bumped so that the night crew can see Duane's latest reply from last night (the one at 9:26 p.m.). It is the best news that we have seen since we found out about the cancer.

Please keep the prayers and responses coming guys. Thanks to everyone.
This post was edited on 8/20/08 at 5:27 pm
Posted by ldm809
Member since Aug 2008
5 posts
Posted on 8/20/08 at 6:02 pm to
My mom talked to Holen's mother last week so I know he knows but not sure if he has talked to Duane.

I am Duane's niece by the way, my father is his older brother.
Posted by bennybob
baton rouge
Member since Jun 2007
68 posts
Posted on 8/21/08 at 11:24 am to
sounds like great news. keep it up.
Posted by Bayougurl
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since Aug 2008
1 post
Posted on 8/22/08 at 1:11 am to
Just to let u know, my husband, Holenn Roussel has been keeping in touch with Dwayne and does know about his condition. Planning a trip to TX very soon to see him and visit with him. Just wanted you to know he is aware of what is going on and is very concerned about his best friend. Thanks for acknowledging their friendship and asking where Holenn is in this!
Posted by tommyo40
georgia
Member since Aug 2008
5 posts
Posted on 8/22/08 at 3:17 pm to
Hey D, just checking in to let you know that even when we aren't writing something here, we are thinking and praying for you everywhere. Vanessa dedicates a Novena for you every night, that's a lot of mojo dude! Tommy O'Neill
Posted by Ranty Randy
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since Oct 2006
254 posts
Posted on 8/22/08 at 3:38 pm to
Thanks, Tommy O. For those of you who don't know, Vanessa's novenas are quite powerful.

I just received an update from Duane's wife Tory. Many people have been asking, so here we go.

Since receiving the news of what type of cancer he has, Duane's first appointment was today with his team of doctors. A plan of strategy has been mapped out for his treatment, so I'll give the shortest version that I can.

The cancer in the lungs will be treated first with chemo in the form of a pill while hoping that the kidney will not start bleeding again. Hopefully the chemo will stop any cancer growth in the lungs and liver. This will take about six weeks, and then the kidney is schedueld to be removed about week 7 at MD Anderson. He will continue to be monitored to see how the chemo is working. The treatment is subject to change if it is found that the chemo is not working.

Let's all hope and pray for the best and support big D on his recovery.
Posted by bennybob
baton rouge
Member since Jun 2007
68 posts
Posted on 8/22/08 at 3:47 pm to
thanks for the update Randy. Keep us posted and we'll keep praying.
Posted by Ghosttiger
Buford, GA
Member since Feb 2005
359 posts
Posted on 8/22/08 at 9:43 pm to
Duane

Did you get a message from Coach Russell yet??
Posted by CaliforniaTiger
The Land of Fruits and Nuts
Member since Dec 2007
5303 posts
Posted on 8/23/08 at 1:46 am to
That's really touching--God Bless
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