[Nfbk] FW: [Chapter-presidents] Ray McGeorge Being Transferred to Hospis Care

[Cathy]

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[mailto:chapter-presidents-bounces at nfbnet.org]On Behalf Of Scott C. LaBarre
(by way of David Andrews<dandrews at visi.com>)
Sent: Friday, June 11, 2010 10:47 AM
To: david.andrews at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Chapter-presidents] Ray McGeorge Being Transferred to Hospis Care


Greetings Friends, as many of you know, Ray McGeorge came down with
meningitis and was rushed to the hospital on May 9th.  He has been
unconscious ever since.  Unfortunately, the meningitis caused several
complications including seizures and a massive stroke.  Ray has been
relatively stable the last couple of weeks but has shown no signs of
improvement.

Ray is a very strong person and very clear about his wishes.  He has an
advanced directive, also known as a living will.  He has explicitly
expressed the desire that his life not be extended artificially.  Diane has
honored Ray's wishes and asked that he be taken off the respirator.  He has
been off the respirator for limited periods but has always been placed back
on.  Additionally, this morning Ray is being transferred from Kendrid
Hospital, which is a long term acute care facility, to St. John's Hospis.

Quite frankly, we do not know specifically what the future holds.  Ray has
fought this battle as hard as he knows how.  Without the respirator, we do
not know exactly how Ray will do.  We do know, however, that we are carrying
out his wishes.  During this very difficult time, we request your continued
thoughts and prayers.
Scott C. LaBarre, Esq.

LaBarre Law Offices P.C.
1660 South Albion Street, Ste. 918
Denver, Colorado 80222
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