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Relic Discussion => Miscellaneous => Topic started by: Daveslem on November 07, 2017, 08:32:11 PM

Title: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: Daveslem on November 07, 2017, 08:32:11 PM

Just found out from Steve Sylvia on Facebook that Mike O’Donnell had a stroke Sunday evening. Please keep him in your prayers.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: speedenforcer on November 07, 2017, 08:39:47 PM

Praying   :(

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: Pete George on November 07, 2017, 09:39:17 PM

  About 30 minutes ago I received a very brief email from Steve Sylvia, saying only that Mike had a stroke on Sunday.  So I phoned Mike's house.  One of his sisters answered the phone. She said the stroke was a major one... at present, Mike cannot use his left side. But his mind is clear and he can talk.  He is still in the hospital.  Your prayers are appreciated.

Pete

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: CarlS on November 07, 2017, 10:53:40 PM

Wow.  RelicRunner and I spent quite a while talking to Mike on Saturday.  He had just purchased a Read shell and was quite excited about it as it was dug by an old friend.  Certainly wishing him a quick recovery.  He is one of the good ones.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: divedigger on November 08, 2017, 05:26:19 AM

very sorry to hear that

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: Dave the plumber on November 08, 2017, 06:23:13 AM

          My best wishes to you, Mike.   Speedy recovery !!  You're a legend.... 

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: R. J. in LA on November 08, 2017, 12:05:50 PM

Praying for a full and speedy recovery for Mike!

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: Selma Hunter on November 08, 2017, 06:32:36 PM

Ditto all of the above.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: gflower on November 10, 2017, 09:19:50 PM

My family is praying for his speedy recovery. Gary

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: jonpatterson on November 11, 2017, 11:06:25 AM

Mike - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Get well soon.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: callicles on November 11, 2017, 03:24:52 PM

Prayers from me too. I hope you recover soon. I have learned so much from you.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: scottfromgeorgia on November 14, 2017, 09:57:38 AM

Just saw this. My prayers are with Mike.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: Dave the plumber on November 15, 2017, 06:49:01 PM

any update on Mike ??   

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: alwion on November 26, 2017, 05:50:28 PM

so sad, prayers for a great guy

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: Pete George on November 27, 2017, 12:11:04 AM

  Since nobody seems to have heard anything further lately about Mike's current condition and prognosis, I called his house. One of his sisters answered and told me he is still in the hospital, receiving daily rehabilitative therapy. She gave me his hospital room telephone number.  I called it, and had a long chat with Mike.  The following information is directly from him.

  The stroke (on Sunday Nov. 5th) removed most of the feeling in (and mobility of) his left side.  In the three weeks since then, he has recovered some feeling in his left leg and arm. He can walk, but drags his left foot.  His voice sounds a bit different, but he can talk as well as ever. His mind is quite lucid.  He has a Positive attitude.  he says he is determined to go metal-detecting for relics again.

  At present he does not have access to the internet, but hopes to get it soon.

  I told him about this group's concern and caring -- which he appreciates.  He says he'll be back.

Regards,
Pete

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: Dave the plumber on November 27, 2017, 06:45:09 AM

thank you Pete for the extra effort. Great news to hear !!   
              My best to you, Mike. You are a great resource, and a wonderful friend to all, in this endeavor of knowledge and understanding of artillery.       Maybe you will slow down enough now to get 'Lee's Thunderbolts " published !!

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: pipedreamer65 on November 28, 2017, 08:26:18 AM

Hope he getting better as each day goes by.  Miss his informative posts.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: speedenforcer on November 28, 2017, 09:30:41 AM

good to know he is doing better and is in good spirits. prayers continuing.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: Pete George on December 23, 2017, 10:43:03 PM

  I'm posting this here to keep from derailing the letters-on-shells discussion. It's GREAT to see you posting, Mike.  I'm also glad to see you got some Internet access somehow. Welcome back, my friend! :)

Merry Christmas, too.

Very best regards,
Pete

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: CarlS on December 23, 2017, 11:04:07 PM

Agree with Pete. Great to see you here as I hope it is a sign of very good news for you. It made my day to see your post.  Take care and best wishes. 

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: callicles on December 24, 2017, 01:06:37 AM

I’m so very glad you are well enough to rejoin us! I hope you continue to improve!!

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: CarlS on June 11, 2018, 09:53:33 PM

Hello.  I just wanted to pass along that I spoke with Mike today and he seems to be progressing well.  He hope to get back involved here before too long and also make a few shows.  I know I'm looking forward to his return.

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: rommack on June 12, 2018, 02:07:47 PM

All the best Mike ,All my prayers !

Title: Re: Mike O’Donnell (Woodenhead)
Post by: R. J. in LA on June 19, 2018, 08:59:14 AM

Great news Carl, thanks for passing along!