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« on: November 01, 2008, 02:47:41 PM »

He'll be in my prayers. Thanks for letting everyone know.
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« Reply #1 on: November 01, 2008, 03:09:35 PM »

Sorry to hear that. Things can go bad real quick. Sometimes with hard work they get better.

BIG healing vibes to Jeff.
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« Reply #2 on: November 01, 2008, 04:42:55 PM »

That really sucks.
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« Reply #3 on: November 01, 2008, 05:08:52 PM »

Keep us updated, let us know if there is anything we can do to help. 
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« Reply #4 on: November 01, 2008, 09:09:10 PM »

Stay strong!
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« Reply #5 on: November 01, 2008, 10:58:52 PM »

Thats terrible.
Where exactly did this happen?
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« Reply #6 on: November 02, 2008, 07:29:20 AM »

Holy crap.  It's wierd when it happens to someone you know.
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« Reply #7 on: November 02, 2008, 08:24:24 PM »

Unreal.  Sorry to hear.
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« Reply #8 on: November 03, 2008, 05:53:22 PM »

I called Jeff tonight. He was in good spirits and was happy to hear about everyone's concern for his speedy recovery.  I was relieved to hear that he has movement in one leg and is getting it back in the other.  He said that he's even been doing a little walking with a walker and that he was getting the best care in the area.  He also said his wheelchair has a sweet set of Sunn rims and that they were nicer than the rims on his bike. 

He said that he would love the hear from everyone and he would like people to call or visit between 3PM to 8PM.   Even if he doesn't know you, give him a call and wish him well. He'll be glad to hear from some friends. 

CAMBr is working to set up a fund to send donations to help with his hospital bills.

Here is where he is at right now:

Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
Room 738 Bed #2
345 E Superior St
Chicago, IL 60611
(800) 354-7342

He also said you can call him on his cell phone:

815 671-5204


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« Reply #9 on: November 03, 2008, 06:27:27 PM »

thanks Kevin,
not that it really matters, but do you know where this accident happened?
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« Reply #10 on: November 03, 2008, 06:29:19 PM »

It happened by his house on a box ramp that he built.
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« Reply #11 on: November 03, 2008, 08:33:04 PM »

Thanks for the update Kevin. When I read this thread my heart just sank but it's great to hear he is improving so soon. Hopefully it will continue in the weeks to come.
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« Reply #12 on: November 03, 2008, 09:26:16 PM »

Road trip to 345 E Superior anyone?
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