First off, on behalf of the entire Cahalane family we want to thank everyone for their gracious support, prayers, flowers, cards, and everything else our wonderful family and friends have done for Rollie and the family. It has really meant a lot to all of us, and especially to Rollie.
Watching Rollie's golf game really go downhill this summer should have been our first clue something was wrong. About mid-September we noticed that he was generally just a little bit off, and that the great Rollie smile was just not the same. On Wednesday, September 15th, we took him to the Swedish Medical Center ER where a Cat Scan revealed a mass on the right frontal side of his brain. A subsequent MRI concluded that it was a tumor with a smaller "sister" tumor. The following Satruday they removed both tumors, the larger one being 4cm in diameter. They were able to remove 99% of the tumors and Rollie came through the surgery great. For dinner on Sunday in the ICU he requested chicken fried steak and a beer, but the nurses wouldn't oblige. That's when we knew that his cranium was functioning just fine!
The tumor has turned out to be a "GBM" (Glioblastoma Multiforme) tumor and he will start radiation and chemo treatment soon. We will keep you posted as we know more. Rollie and Carol are back home in Winter Park as of September 23rd and they are both extremely happy to be home. Rollie and Craig were actually able to have a Budweiser together upon his return (he is allowed one every now and then).
Once again, thank you to everyone.
The Cahalane Family
Rollie, You are in our prayers and thoughts. I look forward to hearing more. We wish you the best for you and your family. Dick and Nancy Eide
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ReplyDeleteI recognize how difficult this type of news is to handle and want you all to know that I will be saying prayers in hopes that the surgery continues to bring positive results and upcoming chemo treatments are successful.
Kevin Atkinson
Rollie,
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear the smile is back on and the Budweiser is flowing! Now for the golf game. Keep the faith we're pullin' for you.
Love and prayers, Bruce & Sharmain
Rollie, Pard's
ReplyDeleteGet back to the honey dews and fairways. We are all in your corner. Please let us know if you or
Carol needs anything. Your FRIENDS The Hammerlund's
Rollie and Cahalane family,
ReplyDeleteNeedless to say we (the Kricks, Sarah and Mark) know what you are all going through.
Hang in there and KNOW that we are never tested beyond what we can handle. In all things, trust in Christ.
Love ya buddy, Sarah, Ben, Myles (SURVIVOR!) and Mark Krick
Rollie, Carol and all the Cahalane Family,
ReplyDeleteStay strong and know that you have many, many people keeping you in their thoughts and prayers! We are all pulling for you from down here in Durango!
Andy Ratcliffe
I sure hope the chemo does what is needed. You have a strong Family, and I'm hopeful that Rollie is able to make a full recovery. I'm sorry that you all have this to get through this, all our thiughts are with you.
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Rollie and Family
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you all. I raise a Bud (or something along those lines) in your honor! Here’s to your recovery and lasting health. I hope to see you soon.
Doug Smith
Carol and Rollie: Tom and I have you in our daily prayers. Keep the spirit of our retreat in your hearts and look to the future cure you will have. Your thoughts and attitude are a choice and knowing you both it will be nothing but positive!
ReplyDeleteNancy and Tom Hale
Hi All,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the update on Rollie. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!! Keeping a positive attitude is essential, and we know the Cahalanes will be strong in this attribute! We are near if you need anything. God bless you all on this journey!!
Karen Dickerson
It was great talking to you yesterday. You and Carol sound good, and very upbeat. It takes a lot to slow down an old Marine. Semper Fi!!!
ReplyDeleteMike & Nanette Brown
Great to see the blog posted so we can follow along with your progress. Keeping you in our prayers and thoughts. God blessings upon you and your family.
ReplyDeleteJim and Vi
The Hinsdale, Illinois McGuire family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Hang in there Rollie!!!
ReplyDeleteMatt and Susan McGuire
Hi Rollie & Carol - I sent a message last week, but it got lost in the ether, I guess. Anyhow, we have no new news, so we assume all is going well - we'll keep you in our prayers while you keep on chuggin!
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Jerry & Marge
Rollie and Carol,
ReplyDeleteCONGRATUALTION to each of you on your fourth grandchild. What a great gift from Kristen and
Craig. Hoping to see you soon.
Hammer
Hey you two,
ReplyDeleteI just meet your Grandson at Hernando's and he is such a cutie. You must be so proud! Both of you certainly have been in our thoughts and wish you a speedy recovery! U (A lucky horseshoe for you)
Love you guys!
Jeff and Kimber
Rollie and Carol,
ReplyDeleteThinking of you two dailey and wish both of you comfort in the upcoming weeks. You are both so inspriational! As I have said in the past "This world could use a few more Cahalanes"
Positively sending our love....
Jeff and Kimber
Hi, Rollie, Carol and family,
ReplyDeleteI just found out recently about Rollie's condition. I'm sorry I missed the St. Mary's picnic - otherwise I would have been able to see you.
Please hang in there and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Charlene Searl Nation
Thanks for keeping us all posted on Rollie progress. Thinking of you with love and prayers.
ReplyDeleteHang in there. God's Blessing on you all.
Jim and Vi
We were so lucky to be in Denver October 18th and had a delightful lunch with Rollie and Carol. We can attest to the fact that both have wonderful positive attitudes. As I read everyone's messages, I get the feeling that GOD is very busy listening to all the prayers from all of Rollie's and Carol's huge list of friends. We are sending blessings to Rollie and Carol and also to Kevin, Dave and Craig and their families. Joan and Gene Lenz
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