Man O’ War Health Update

[Scott]

Mark Wessling, aka Man O’ War, a few weeks ago developed a sore throat, chest congestion and fatigue that seemed unusually resistant. Upon seeing the doctor, the blood test was quick and decisive: Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Mark was immediately hospitalized and his full-on chemotherapy begins tomorrow, as well as a bone marrow transplant planned shortly thereafter (now accomplished with stem cells grown from a matched sibling blood sample!). His hospitalization is estimated at one month.

Being a pastor for about 30 years, Mark has worked closely with others battling cancer; now he is himself is called onto that same battlefield. I spoke with him this afternoon and his attitude is very positive beginning his treatment. He knows he is in God’s hands, working through and beyond a capable Miami medical staff, and he covets your prayers. As his brother, I, too, am so appreciative for those prayers. He also has the strong support of his wife, Ruth, and his three adult children.

But we all want to see him back to full health, restored to his family and flock, and ripping once again on his beloved flex spoon!

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If you’d like a glimpse of him in his “other life” in ministry to others, including a short introductory video by Mark himself (scroll down); you might enjoy this.
http://faithlutheranhialeah.org/index_church.php

Gratefully,
Scott Wessling

[DYdamo]

Scott,
With your Brother's close relations with the powers that be,I'm sure He'll be recovering very quickly...........
He's a highly respected member of our community so Im sure there'll be plenty of thoughts and prayers coming his (and your) way........

Damo........

[wolruss]

My thoughts & prayers for you Mark, your family and everyone this affects, I truly mean this guys, as Damo has intimated you have an extended family out in the ether as well that are thinking of you.

Cheers Wolruss (Russell)

[Steeno]

sending as much any positive energy as possible, my thoughts are with you both

[MJ]

Our thoughts are with Mark and his extended family.
I'm sure he will be back on that spoon in no time.

[Damien o]

Pass on my best to Mark ... a great man ... he convinced me to take to the spoon, then to build them ... our thoughts and prayers are with Mark and his family ... look forward to see him on the velo shortly cheers Damien

[Anthony B]

Our thoughts are with you and your family Mark .

[RMcKnee]

I've never had the pleasure of meeting with MOW but from following his posts for some time on this site and the flexspoon forum I've learned enough to know he's without question one of the good guys.

With a positive attitude supplemented with support from family, friends and everyone in the KSUSA community you're as well armed for this battle as anyone can be. Every surfer knows that sometimes you get caught inside and cop a few on the head, but preparation, patience and persistence will eventually see you paddle back out.

Clan McKnee will be including you in our prayers MOW.

[C.P.Odom]

Prayers and best wishes from the Odom family.

[KneeBumps]

Mark,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm sure you'll find the strength to remain positive. Looking forward to sharing some waves at Hattie in September!
Doug and Linda

[Craig]

Mark, We will be praying for a full and complete recovery. God's love and comfort for you and your dear ones.
Craig

[SFKneelo]

Scott,

Very sad news

The SFK family prays for MOW's health

Keep us posted on his progress... we'll try to keep the stoke levels up here for his bedside recovery!

[Mark Ramirez]

Mark, My prayers and my best wishes go out to you and your family, stay strong!

[Mike Fernandez]

Mark, I'm praying for you, and your family buddy, things that happen "right out of the blue" really makes you think of what God has planned.

[frankfqr]

Speechless-----thoughts and prayers consume me---sending best of hopes.