Good bye from Chevytech

[ChevyTech]

Some of you may have noticed I am no longer posting on the board.

I have stage 4 cancer that is inoperable. The tumor that got me to the doctor is in my duodenum. I did not even know what that word was. It is the top part of the small intestine where the gall bladder, liver and pancreas mix secretions with the food you eat. Attempts to open the blockage that were planed to last 2 to 3 months, to give time for chemo and planning, failed in 9 days and I had a total blockage. That entire part of my digestive system is bypassed now, to give me time to get my affairs in order. I also have internal and external drainage tubing. Blood clots are the latest problem that has popped up.
My body can’t get much from the food I eat so I have lost weight and am weak and tired.

I have so much I want to do and little time to get it done. I have some good days and some really bad days. I will watch this thread and probably post on it but I won’t be replying to any other threads any more.

I enjoyed posting on the board and I hope some of what I said lives on after me. I did not want to disappear without letting you all know why I stopped posting.

Moderator you can move this to the general discussion area if you think that is where it should be. I posted it here because this is the area I did almost all my posting.

CT

[Rickysnickers]

Oh man. I have no words. I wish there was something I could say to make you feel better. I'm sure your legacy here will live on, as it will with your family. Stay close to your loved ones and give them hugs. Prayers to you.

[Keith Seymore]

I cried when I read this.

I did not cry when my own father died, but I cried when I read this.

Thank you for posting and putting my day in perspective, and many other's too, I'm sure.

Thank you for your service here, in your insightful technical posts. We will make sure you live on.

Best wishes for your time that remains and beyond.

K

[Shifty One]

I'm far from a "word-smith", go easy man.

[Getter-Done]

May the rest of your days here on Earth be blessed.

[Second Series]

Thank you for all your help Chevytech, Farewell.

[57taskforce]

God bless you my friend, that is terrible news but your words are captured here and that is valuable to all those who come across them. God speed.

[sntrym95]

Thank you for all the advice, diagrams, and specifications over the years. You've been most helpful to me and the rest of the board. Rest easy, and thank you.

Mike

[MusicMan70]

I want you to know that you have been heard and that your post has been seen by many.
Your suffering is now known to us, and we only wish you the best, with the time you have left.
You are valued, appreciated and loved. Peace to you ChevyTech

[Palf70Step]

So sorry to hear this. I will miss seeing your posts and all the stuff I learn from them.

[jerry moss]

so sorry to hear this terrible news, hope GOD gives you the strength to have as many good days as you possibly can.

[DPowers]

The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace.
Numbers 6:23

[EVRLET]

True legend and full of knowledge. You didn’t have to come on this board and help anyone. But you did and that shows your true character.

You will not be forgotten

[Boog]

I am sorry to hear this. Thank you for your willingness to help guide us through diagnosing our GM vehicle repairs on this and other forums. May your remaining time be as easy for you as possible. You will be missed.

[yote1234]

I Am so sorry to hear of your health condition! i thank you for all you contributed to the site! i pray for extended life and pain free days/months/years. Again im so sad and sorry to hear .
Dave

[Thealien]

Sorry, I have no words that seem appropriate.

[DeadheadNM]

CT - thank you for sharing this. You are a strong man and we will miss you. God Bless you

[Ironhorse]

Honestly I have no words in this situation other than be close to your family and make the very most of each day as you are able to. Your assistance and knowledgeable postings on the board will remain and continue to help others which is a good legacy and memory of one's worth.

[95 S_Trucker]

Thank you for your for sharing your knowledge with us. I've been on this board for 15 years, and I remember you helping me and posting in my threads. I wish the best for you and your family and friends.

[Liz]

You are part of our community family. I can not express the sadness felt reading your post. I truly hope you can keep the faith and live to the fullest. The news had to be hard, i can not fathom. So sorry Nd praying hard for you and yours. Thank you for all your years here. Much love

[Jeepwm69]

I lost an old friend on Jeepforum years ago. McMud was his handle. Really nice guy.

His help when he was here is still remembered, and I'm sure the help you have offered here will also be remembered, and will likely help others out in the future.

Point being, thank you for all of the help you have offered here over the years.

We're all here temporarily. I hope you have faith in Christ, and will go to your real home with him.

[Accelo]

ChevyTech-
I see you have been a member for over 20 years and have posted almost 5000 posts.
Thank you for your service to the board.
It is fellas like you that make this the first place I look to when on the internet.

We all have a place till our impermanence takes us.
May your last days be filled with Love.

[Rod_Lei]

You rock ChevyTech, your help has been invaluable to me and I'm positive many others.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us.

[Gunner41]

Sir. You have helped so many of us DIY (wanna be) mechanics. We can never thank you enough for all the knowledge that you passed down to us. Our prayers are with you and your family.

[hatzie]

I have no words sufficient to express what I feel.
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.