"That is good news that Mark was able to get the scan yesterday. We will pray that your doctor in Omaha can treat Mark. Hang in there, we are praying for your family." - Don and Ann, Missouri
"DEAR LORD, I PRAY THAT YOU GIVE MARK THE GRACES TO GET WELL AND RECOVER FROM THIS TERRIBLE ILLNESS. ONLY YOU CAN BLESS US WITH THIS...MAY HE HAVE STRENGTH AND COURAGE TO HELP HIS FAMILY BE STRONG...ALSO I PRAY THAT MARKS FAMILY, PAM, CLINT AND CARRIE CAN GIVE THEIR STRENGTH TO MARK TO LET THEM KNOW THEY ARE
OK AND THEY ARE THERE WITH HIM ALL THE WAY FOREVER AND EVER.. PLEASE LORD KEEP ALL OF THE HELFERS FAMILY STRONG...AND WELL.
THINKING OF ALL OF YOU AND PRAYING DAILY FOR YOU ALL...WITH LOVE, THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ROSE AND CURT KLEOPPEL AND FAMILY" - ROSE KLEOPPEL, Missouri
"HAPPY ANNIVERSARY 32 YEARS WOW!!
PRAYERS AND BLESSING TO BOTH OF YOU. BELIEVE IN A MIRACLE CAUSE WE'RE PRAYING FOR ONE!!!!! " - wes and patty smith, Missouri
"Mark,
Never forget that He has the power to heal you at any point! I will be praying for you.
-- Justin" - Justin Price, Kansas
"Pam & Mark,
You all have been on my mind & heart more than ever the last couple of weeks. I finally talked to Stacy last night as I hadn't had an update for sometime. We will keep the prayers going up for you! Thinking of you each day. " - Angela & Tracy Ewbank, Missouri
"Happy Anniversary, Pam and Mark! I can't believe it's been 32 years! Pam, you were so nervous you couldn't stop shaking. We continue to pray for both of you. Love you both! Lois and Bob" - Lois and Bob Guest, Missouri
"Happy 32nd Anniversary Mom & Dad! Love you lots!!!" - Princess, Missouri
"God Bless you Mark.You are a Great Friend and a better person. You have touched so many lives in a positive and loving way. Thank You for letting me be your Friend. All my prayers." - Pinky, Missouri
""Our Heavenly Father,
We lift Mark and family in prayer and ask that you surrond them with your love, peace and joy as they take this journey together. They are deeply loved and admired in the community and we want them to feel the love and support that surrounds them. In Jesus Name we pray. Amen" Sandi & Larry" - Sandi and Larry Clemmons, Missouri
"Dear Heavenly Father,
We pray that you give Mark and his family strength and hope as they face this terrible journey. Keep each of them wrapped in your arms so they know that your peace and love is everlasting. In God's name we pray. Amen" - Elaine Smith, Kansas
"Sending love, faith, strength, and hope your way! " - Benita and Matt, Missouri
"Mark and Pam,
I am praying for you - keep the faith.
Love to you both.
Margaret" - Margaret Howerton, Missouri
"We love you Uncle Mark and wanted to send you prayers from Florida. " - Clare, Adam, Grant and Griffin , Florida
"Mark, Pam and Family -- we are sending you buckets of happy thoughts, prayers, strength and love and praying for the speedy arrival of the day when the pain of the battle is replaced with the joy of winning." - Lisa Burke, Kansas
"Keep fighting Mark! Believe in the power of prayer and the power of the Lord. " - Kandi Kinsellla, Kansas
"Love you Dad, with all my heart." - Clint, Missouri
"Lord thank you for blessing Mark with good days.Lord continue to watch over him and all his family.Bless them with your Love. Give them peace, Lord. Show us a Miracle Lord. Heal this man please. In the precious name of Jesus Amen" - Wes and Patty Smith, Missouri
"Keep fighting buddy. You are always in my prayers. Miss you!!!!!!!!!!!" - Pinky, Missouri
"Soon enough you'll be back on your bike and behind the wheel of the boat again! Keep hanging in there Dad, you're doing amazing! Love you!!!" - Princess Carrie, Missouri
"You have touched so many lives and I know your not done yet. Keep the faith. Everyone is pulling for you. The day your Cancer free will be the day I go out and find another PINK HAT to wear. I PROMISE!!!!!!!" - Pinky, Missouri
"Hello Mark!!!!! I am Clint and Haydee's friend . I am so happy that i met them. I just wanted to tell that you have a wounderful son. I cant wait to meet you. So please stay strong and keep fighting we need you!!!!!! Sury " - Sury Pena, Kansas
"Dear Heavenly Father, we pray that Mark's medications will defeat this terrible cancer and we pray that you give him and his family strength and encouragement as they go through this terrible trial. He is so missed by his peers at work and loved and respected by many. Amen" - Randy Smith, Missouri
"Im praying for you buddy miss you lots I know you will be ok Love John " - John Jankovich, Missouri
"Lord in the precious name of thy son Jesus we come before thee Lord. Asking a special blessing over the Helfer family.
Lord we ask that your mighty healing power be put into every fiber of Mark's being Lord. That it be your will Lord a healing take place.A MIRACLE is what we ask Lord. We paise you Lord for all that you do and all that you are!!! In the precious name and the blood of Jesus..Amen" - Wes and Patty Smith, Missouri
"When Rebecca called on Friday to tell me of your Pet results, I got goosebumps all over. PRAISE GOD! Once again, God has answered prayers. From experience, trust God one day at a time since he is the ONLY ONE in control and just thank HIM every day for the blessings he have given you and your family. As you have already learned, many blessings have already come through this most difficult journey. You are surrounded by love and support. We will continue to celebrate each day! Chris & Al" - Chris Althouse, Missouri
"Thank you God for your wonderful work in everything. Thank you for the miracles you are working for Mark and his family.
Amen!" - Margaret Howerton, Missouri
"Mark, what wonderful news today from the PET scan! God is good! We love you and will continue to pray!" - Erin Kleyh, Missouri
"Lord, You invite all who are burdened to come to you. Allow Your healing Hand to heal Marc. Touch his soul with Your compassion for others; touch his heart with Your courage and infinite Love for all; touch his mind with Your Wisdom, and may his mouth always proclaim Your praise. Teach him to reach out to You in all his needs, and help him to lead others to You by his example.
Most loving Heart of Jesus, bring him health in body and spirit that he may serve You with all his strength. Touch gently this life which you have created, now and forever.
Amen. " - Claudia Cartujano, Virginia
"Please pray for the Salvation for Lastassia Edison, Summer &Shew. That they draw closer to Our Lord Jesus Christ. God Bless & Amen." - Name, Arizona
"I am thinking of you Mark. " - K Caldwell, Missouri
"God is all powerful and merciful and I am praying that he showers you in a very special way his love and healing powers. I will continue to keep you in my heart and prayers. I have worked indirectly with Clint for the past several years through APWA he is an amazing person and I'm sure that you are too. May God Bless You." - Rosemary Baltcha, California
"I was just thinking of you guys. I know the road is long and the challenges many, but please know that you are surrounded and lifted up in prayer by many people; friends, family, strangers, coworkers. I am praying that the new chemo drug will do it's intended purpose and that your strength will continue to return and that your faith remain strong. May God bless you and hold you up during this trial. Amen " - Brian McCleery, Missouri
"May God keep you in his comforting hands and give you strength and courage during your treatments.
Mark and his family have been the most wonderful of neighbors that 2nd St Court could everwish for-We all are rooting for you!" - The Stokes, Missouri
"Gods care is with you and our prayers are coming your way. I know Pam and your family keep your spirts high! " - Diane Willis, Texas
"Mark, I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you yet, but my wife Stephanie keeps me informed of your progress. Please hold on to this truth from the Bible...especially since so many are praying for you and your family
"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them." Matthew 18:20
God is hearing the prayers lifted up to Him in your name!!!" - Steve Elkins, Missouri
"More prayers and positive thoughts coming to you during this set-back. You will soon be going forward again and back on track with your treatments to knock out this disease. Much love to you, Pam and family!" - Maureen, Kansas
"We all love you Dad, I know you are mad and scared, keep in there we will all make it through this, not too much longer to go.
I couldn't imagine a better father, you're an inspiration and the person I can thank for all that I know and do today.
I love you, stay strong." - Clint, Kansas
"I pray that Mr. Helfers lives and/or recovers from cancer." - Will Henry, Kansas
"Uncle Mark- Sending love and prayers to you, Aunt Pam, Clint, Haydee and Carrie. There is an ocean front suite with your name on it in Florida. xo" - Clare, New Jersey
"Remember that God is walking with you during this battle, giving you strength to face each new day with its challenges, and carrying you when you feel like giving up. I pray that He continues to bless you with constant comfort from His presence and from your loving family. " - Annie Koch, Kansas
"You are still in everyone's thoughts and prayers.
It is amazing how many people ask me about you every day and let me know they, their friends, and their family are all praying for you and spreading the love.
Keep strong, I know it has been hard! Love you!" - Clint, Kansas
"My words are inadequate, but I know our God is able to do all things.
N H Time In His Time
" - Bev Amos, Missouri
"Helfers family - You are in our thoughts and prayers every day. We believe that with God's healing hand, Mark will beat this disease. Stay strong and keep the faith. We love you guys! From the Hoegler family" - Charity Hoegler, Missouri
"May God bless you and keep you.." - Cathy, Mississippi
"my thoughts and prayers are with mark and family. stay strong and know you are loved by many" - nancy, Tennessee
"think postive thoughts, God works in strange ways!!" - Someone who cares, Virginia
"May God place His healing hands upon you. Blessings to you and your family." - Karen Blakeney, Mississippi
"God please continue to bless Mark with your love and bring him back to complete good health. Thank you for his progress so far. Please have your way in his life, and if he's not saved, please save him that he can be a blessing to others. In Jesus name I pray " - Judy Guiton, North Carolina
"Mark,
You are in God's care always. I pray for your return to good health." - David, Illinois
"MARK.MAY ALL THE PRAYERS THAT HAVE BEEN SAID FOR YOU COME TO PASS AND YOU LIVE TO BE A HOUNDRED YEARS OLD.WE WILL KEEP YOU ALWAYS IN OUR PRAYERS " - ralph seeley , Michigan
"Dear God, I ask that You move in Your Power to shower your blessings of healing and peace upon this man, Mark, whom I do not know but whom You know full well. Grant to him and his family fulfillment of their deepest needs and longings, and make Your Presence known to them in every moment of this struggle. Amen" - Kathleen Cervantes, California
"I Give Honor to God. Mark, I am a Prayer Warrior and intercessor, chosen by God to pray for others, we are his mouthpiece and vessels of honor. scriptures to kill cancer I reccommend are proverbs 4:20-22,2 Tim.1:7, Mark 11:22-23, Matt.15:13, Ps. 103:3, 3John 1:2, James 5:16. Psalm 107:20 He sent his word, healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. I use this scripture when I pray for abdominal sickness for my patients Psalm 27:1-2. The word says The Kingdom of God suffered violence and the Violent take it by force...Take back your health and drive cancer out of your family line, read psalm 25, that is what God placed in my spirit for you and your family.Sing praise songs, the joy of the Lord is your strength and thank Him for the opportunity that he is using you to defeat cancer off your future generations. I am an RN for 23 years, I pray for my patients and have really seen God in his splendor do some marvelous things in peoples lives. God Bless You!" - Vanessa, California
"May you, Mark, know and feel God's deep personal love for you, God's peace and presence at all times. And may God's angels surround you and minister to you.
" - Sister Joyce, Rhode Island
"In the Name that surpasses all other names I take authority over this cancer in Marks body in Jesus name, I curse its roots and I command it to dry up. I command total speedy manifestation of health to Mark. In all aspects of his life. In Jesus name I break every foundational or family curse that would allow this foul spirit of infirmity to operate and cause disease in his body. " - Vanessa Carter, California
"Mark - you and your family are in my prayers and will be in the prayers of the congregation this Sunday. May God's grace, peace and healing fall on you.
Joan and family" - Joan Finch, New York
"I pray for you to find the strength that is in you through your family, friends, and God. " - Yvonne, New Mexico
"Precious Lord, please touch Mark as no one else can do. I have seen the mircles you have brought in my familys with cancer. So I know what you can do. I pray for his strenghth and strength for his family and what they are facing. Lord, please, please heal him because I know he has friends and family that need him. This I ask in your precious name. " - Lenetta, Missouri
"I have you down to pray a special novena for you to be healed, I don't know you personally but I didn't happen on this site by accident.GOD ANSWERS PRAYER. I love you with the love of Christ. God Bless You, & God restore You!! Amen" - josie mahfouz, Arkansas
"Brother, let the Spirit of all Peace come to you from the wind that blows darkness from our hearts and fills us always with light.
" - Denise, New Mexico
"I really hope your dad will feel better soon and you will have him back home too!
You have my entire support and the one of France.
I am sure that you, your dad and your family will be strong in this tough period.
Stay strong!" - Alex, France
"i dont know Mark , but i can advise him to be strong in his faith and to Trully believe that our Father knows the right way and His will is great and good . Mark my dad had a scare cancer not too long ago and we did pray and cry a lot , and we decided to agree and accept whatever the Lord gives us . Now i dont say that cancer is a disease that God gave you or that you should accept it , but i do wanna tell you to be strong in your faith and believe that he can restore you and heal you if its his will . "be still and know that i am God" is a verse that always calms me down no matter how hard things are . He is God , good and great , unimaginable mercifull and he does hear you and knows you . He is with you in all and he loves you a lot .
all my love and prayers to you and your family ." - cristina, Romania
"I have never met Mark, but I will say a rosery for you right now. I sounds as though you have a lot of people pulling for you right now. God Bless from Montana." - Gerald, Montana
"I pray god Krishna for your long life and healing" - RG, India
"Father,
May your healing hand be on Mark during these days, and also provide peace and comfort to him and his family. Please keep him strong and help him to endure the race set before him. Amen" - Jason Whitaker, Kansas
"God is with you do not be afraid or worried. With God all things are possible, and remember miracles happen everyday. I am praying for your peace of mind and heart and healing." - Brenda, Mississippi
"Dear Mark:
My Prayers are with you. Don't give up the battle as God Loves you. Offer each day to Him. Pray and Ask, all will be given to you with prayer. My husband and I had several miracles. God is good and He Loves us all. May He and Bl. Mother be with you always. I will be your intercessor of prayer.
God Bless you....Rejoyce in suffering as joy comes forth
Sr.Henrietta" - Sr. Henrietta Netta, Pennsylvania
"Nothing is impossible with God. Just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers tonight. Jesus said;"I give you peace, my peace I give you". May God be with you and may you feel his peace." - Patrice Finn, Indiana
"Pray Mark... have faith and love in your heart and you will be heal. God is only asking you to believe in Him with all of your senses.
Our Father, Who art in heaven
Hallowed be Thy Name;
Thy kingdom come,
Thy will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread,
and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
Amen.
Everybody loves you because they recognize the good man in you, get well soon, keep praying and believing!
Wendy (Heidy & Clint's friend)" - Wendy, South Carolina
"My prayers are with you Mark and Pam along with your family. You are young and strong and this to will pass. Just remember you have to have rain along with the sunshine to make a beautiful rainbow. Keep the sunshine in your spirits, and my God bless you all. Laughter and smiles keeps all evils away. You're in my prayers. Arla" - Arla Clausen, Iowa
"Mark,
Pam and I went to NWMS together and have remained good friends ever since. We have wonderful memories of when we all celebrated our 50th birthdays here in California. I am praying for you and know that you will beat this horrible disease. Stay strong, keep a sense of humor (which I know Pam will make sure of that) and remember that God is watching over you!
God Bless YOU!
Lisa Kennedy " - Lisa Kennedy, California
"Starting treatment is another step closer to beating this. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong Mark you will beat this." - Kandi Kinsella, Kansas
"Mark, I'm praying for you and the family and will have plenty of others do the same. Be strong my friend!" - Cale, Missouri
"god bless you and all the people that loves you and cares for you, love and faith are the strongest healings ! and with that we can succeed on anything!
mucha fuerza mr mark!
" - cynthia, Mississippi
"Mark & Pam
I am praying for you all and thinking of you everyday. You
are strong and will beat this thing.
love, karen & charlie" - Karen, Missouri
"Mark, we pray for you constantly asking God for your complete healing,to give you courage and strength to fight this battle and to fill you with his love. We love you!
BCL and Bob" - Lois and Bob Guest, Missouri
"my family and i pray for you and your family daily we know that u will beat this!! thank you 4 always letting me stay over when i needed a play to stay...you and your family are always more then welcome to come stay with us in Hawaii anytime! God Bless" - max and family , Hawaii
"clint deseo deseo que la salud de tu papa siga mejorando ruego a dios su pronta mejoria
saludos para hayde
Lima-Peru
" - norma de villa sol, Missouri
"Mark,
We're sending out all our thoughts, prayers and good energy to you during this tough time. It appears there are enough prayers and goodness here on this website to heal several people so please take advantage of it and get better. Hang in there and stay strong.
Mark, Kasumi, Nolan, Kai and Akira" - Mark Johnston & family, California
"You probably don't remember me, but I am a friend of Haydee. I met your family while visiting her and Clint this past October and everyone was so nice. I hope that your recovery continues to go smoothly and that you can get back to enjoying life at it's fullest as soon as possible. I know you are in the best of hands, with your family and friends by your side giving you so much support and positive energy. " - April Mayberry, North Carolina
"Mr. Helfers: I don?t know you but I know Haydee and Clint, I hope that you are going to recover soon, everybody is praying for you. God bless you!" - Jacki Tantaruna, Peru
"Amiga m?a, Clint,
Todo saldr? bien! tengan mucha f? , mis oraciones tambien van para el.
with love from Per?" - Laura, Peru
"DearMark,Pam,Carrie,Clint,Hadee
It is wonderful to see the loving support from family & friends around the world at this difficult time. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.Love from Arizona.... " - Bob & Jo Ann , Arizona
"Mark,
We are all praying for you and we have no doubt you will conquer this! Your strength and positive attitude will prevail!! It is amazing to see all of the support and prayers being sent to all of you - you and your family are very special to all of us. - Amy, Ted, Cameron, Riley and Nicholas Bertauski" - Amy Bertauski, Tennessee
"Hola Mark nuestro DIOS esta contigo y toda mi famila de lima peru. Te deseamos tu pronta recuperacion. Y que el se?or borre todo tu dolor y malestar.
toda mi familia estamos orando para tu recuperacion. Saludos y abrazoz a todos uds de Alberto Irma y Alejandra. " - Alberto y Irma, Peru
"Mark and Pam,
You and your family are in our prayers. You can do this!
" - Chip & Bruce, Missouri
"Please guide and watch over Mark in his endeavors. Help him and his family have strength to fight this stuggle. Amen." - Morghan Noland, Missouri
"Our church is praying for you, stay strong." - Steve Russell, South Africa
"We are thinking of you all. Sam sent us the news. Sending you are prayers and positive thoughts. Be strong! Know that you have a lot of people rooting for you!
May God envelope you in his love.
Carol and Don Schaefer
" - Don & Carol Schaefer, Missouri
"I don't know you,but I'm Hayde's aunt,and I recived an e-mailfrom Hayde about you and I wanted to let you know that I'm praying for you here in Ca.God bless you.NOVENA DE LA CONFIANZA AL DIVINO NINO." - Elba Tejada, California
"Glad to hear you went on a date to Target. Hey, you were getting out. We are praying for you and Pam. God will see you through this. God Bless you. Love, cousins LE & RL" - Lou Ellen & Richard Higgins, Missouri
"Mark,
I have known your wife for many years. We worked together at WA. I just want you to know we are all praying for you. You know that laughter is the best medicine so keep your thoughts positive! Pam always makes me laugh ;-). You will beat this!
Dear Heavenly Father,
Please hear our prayers...we ask that you be with Mark and his family during his treatment. We pray for his complete healing. We know that you are in control and we gain comfort from that. Please place your loving/healing arms around Mark. We lift him up to you in prayer. This we ask in Jesus' name - Amen." - Terry Jensen, Missouri
"Precious Father, please put your healing hand upon Mark just as you have upon my 22 year old daughter who was diagnosed with metastasized colon cancer back in May. You are our Great Physician and we give you the glory!
Mark, just keep believing and trusting. Please know that God will be right there with you even on your roughest days. How well my family knows!
(I am a business contact of Theresa Swopes and I want you to know that I am praying for you daily.)" - Marilyn Leehr, North Carolina
"Hi, Mark. You don't know me but your wife does. I was her neighbor while she grew up on the farm. I received an e-mail from Mary Beth about you, so I wanted to let you know that we are praying for you, here in Idaho, to be strong and that you be heald from this cancer...Pam might remeber Ray Workman...he just found out yesterday that he has stage 3 colon cancer also and he isn't taking it very well, so we ask for your prayers for him. God is in control!! I will keep track on how your doing. Tell Pam "Hi" for me and Dale." - Rebecca & Dale Swink, Idaho
"I am praying that God supply you and your loved ones with all that you need to get through this. " - Jim Araujo, New York
"Mr. Helfers-
I don't know you.. but I know your daughter and you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
" - Teresa E. Braeckel, North Carolina
"Get well soon Mark and keep fighting. Hope you pass my on the bike trail soon!" - Travis Guest, Missouri
"God in Jesus name heal Mr. Mark and make he experience the power of God in JESUS name,
Me and my husband will pray for you, I am from BRasil but i live in kansas USA we will put your name in prayers meeting here and in my country
God bless you so much and DEclare that you are healed in JESUS NAME imagine your self healed !!" - Virginia kirker , Brazil
"Mr. Helfers muchas veces la vida nos da la oportunidad de demostrar q somos mas grandes q nuestros problemas ..pongale muchas ganas .. Dios est? con Ud." - Milagros, Peru
"What an awesome God we serve, and we know he is the Great Physician, may His peace and healing, comfort you and the family in the days ahead. Just know that many are praying for you and the family around the world.
N H Time
Bev
" - Bev Amos, Missouri
"Hi Mr. Helfers
I am praying for you...
well soon..." - merve, Turkey
"Really neat site, thanks for keeping us updated! Lots of prayers going out from our house daily! You know we love you beyond words and are looking forward to many more great times on the water together!" - Stacy Guest, Missouri
"Lord, place your loving hands on Mark and rid him of this horrible disease. I pray for angels to protect Mark and Pam and their families during this trying time.
Amen!" - Margaret Howerton, Missouri
"this is so cool! love you and with you every step of the way with this. " - darla, Missouri
"Mark,Pam and family
We pray for your strength and recovery. With all the love,support and prayers pouring in from around the world I have no doubt that you will beat this.
Kandi and Jeff Kinsella" - Kandi Kinsella, Kansas
"We pray that you receive God's loving healing miracle, Mark! And, Pam! We pray that you find the strength needed to always be in "the now!" To your children! We pray that you are given strength to see your parents and family through this most horrific happening in your lives. You are their light at the end of the tunnel. We've been told so many times in the passed two years that "God will bring all of you through this." I share because we know its true. Pray with us . . . ."God get us through this and help us realize that we must be on your clock. Patience please God. And, help us listen to Mark's body through the healing process. God, your will be done as it is in heaven and then all things will be good."" - Paula and Alan Price, Missouri
"Mark & Pam,I pray for strength and for peace. Please know that you are in my prayers daily. Lean on the everlasting arms of Christ the Savior.
Brian" - Brian McCleery, Missouri
"Anche se tanto spazio ci divide noi le stiamo accanto col cuore e col pensiero.
Siamo pi? forti di quanto pensiamo, ma occorre un po' di tempo per ritrovare l'equilibrio. Dio l'aiuter?.
La vita ha ancora in serbo per lei tanta bellezza e tanta gioia.
Guarisca presto!
" - Yamina-Lorena Mimmo-Yessy Fernando, Italy
"Mi ha reso triste questa notizia non buona, pero sono sicura che Dio non ti abbandonera'...vedrai tornerai come prima. Prego a nostra Madre Maria per che ti guarisca con tutto il suo amore. Dora" - Dora Bernales Astete, Italy
"Mark--I went to high school with your brother-in-law Neil. He posted this on FB and I am happy to add my prayers for strength and healing as you fight your battle against cancer. My father is a retired oncologist and he always said he saw thousands of miracles in his career. He also said the power of love and prayer are stronger than any meds. By the messages on this site, it is obvious that you have plenty of both." - Dubravka Romano, Texas
"You are in our prayers Mark." - Vasso, Egypt
"We are all praying for you Mark" - Achilles Petridis, Greece
"We are all praying for you Mark!" - Betty, Australia
"Keep strong, we know you can beat this! Mark, I am going through a horrible time in my life, but nothing like you. My mother keeps telling me that what doesn't kill me makes me stronger. However, I also know that our Father never leaves us and is with us in our every step. My prayer for you is that you will know God's peace in this difficult time and for healing beyond human understanding! I don't know you, but my sister has been where you are and I believe in miracles. Amen." - Lauri Cummins, Texas
"God is with you, get well soon.
Keep believing in hope and receive the love..." - Manon Chevallerau, New York
"Mark, we have a date this summer on the golf course on HHI. I am looking forward to it as it has been much too long since we last played ! This is like a 3-foot putt for you....automatic. My thoughts are with you and your Family." - Adam Callahan, New Jersey
"Praying for God to give you the strength and stand by your side as you fight this - and that you and your amazing family will be surrounded by peace, laughter and love during this time. " - Samantha Schaefer, Georgia
"I don't need this stress! My heart would break into a million pieces if you left me. So don't! See you soon.....XOXOXO" - Maryann Johnston, New Jersey
"Qualcuno ieri mi disse: Devi conoscere il male per fare del bene...Bene penso che del bene hai gi? fatto e questo brutto momento lascera stare perche continuerai a fare del bene, ne sono siamo sicuri. I nostri pensieri stanno con te :) " - Miguel Angel Luna Bernales/Dora Bernales Astete, Italy
"Since I came to the USA I see you as a father, always good to me, always concerned about me, and always spoiling me like a child. I am so happy to be a part of this family and give thanks to God to be a part of it. I feel in my heart that you will beat this, we pray for you every day, we love you very very much!
Sweet and caring Virgen Maria hold in your arms Mark like you did with baby Jesus, heal him of all pain and cure him, we beg of you on our knees with all our hearts, saint mother." - Haydee Helfers, Kansas
"Mark, I am thinking of you and praying for you and your family. As I'm reading over all the comments and prayers it's obvious how much God has blessed you with loving family and friends. I work with Clint, and I've never heard him curse before reading his "kick this thing's ass" comment! " - Brenda Shaver, Missouri
"You are in our prayers Mark." - Dana Clark, Missouri
"I love you all so much!! You all are in my prayers EVERYDAY!! " - Emily Churchman, Missouri
"Mark, thinking about you and sending prayers. It saddens me that such a great guy had to be hit with this. Some things to keep in mind...
When life takes the wind out of your sails, it is to test you at the oars. ~Robert Brault
To have become a deeper man is the privilege of those who have suffered. ~Oscar Wilde
Man performs and engenders so much more than he can or should have to bear. That's how he finds that he can bear anything. ~William Faulkner
Thorns and stings
And those such things
Just make stronger
Our angel wings.
~Emme Woodhull-B?che
There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you. ~Woody Hayes
Kick its ass!!!" - Neil Johnston, New York
"We love you and we know you can beat this. Our prayers are defininately with you!" - Zach, Ashley, and Noah, Tennessee
"God is with you, get well soon. You will always be in my prayers and you will fight this cancer!!!" - ashlan, Missouri
"Uncle Mark - We're already looking forward to the remission party! You will beat this!! Our thoughts, prayers and love are being sent to you daily.
xoxo" - Bob & Anne Zagotta, Illinois
"You know we're all fighting with you, Dad! Just another reason to keep me in the house doing your chores! Love you!" - Your Little Princess, Missouri
"Uncle Mark-You will win this fight!! You are not alone and we will do whaterver you need us to do. You are in our prayers every second of the day! We love you." - Clare Callahan, New Jersey
"God is with you, get well soon.
It is amazing what your family is doing for you, you are really blessed and I'm sure God have listen already all. You are in our prayers.
Haydee friend." - Karem A, United Kingdom
"Praying that God will bless you with continued good health and complete restoration. In Jesus name - Amen!!" - Raye LaViolet, Missouri
"Bless the Lord, O my soul, and do not forget all his benefits--who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the Pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy, who satisfies you with good as long as you live so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's. Psalm 103
Praying for Mark's healing." - Daniel Armstrong, Missouri
"God is with you, get well soon. You are in our prayers." - Clem and Carrie, Czech Republic
"We are all praying for you Mark!
If there is anything the family needs just call.... You, Pam, Carrie, Clint and Haydee are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and fight.....You have a family who loves you.... " - Brian & Michelle, Kansas
"My family & I have all dealt with cancer; we're here to reassure you that lots of folks outlive the drs who gave them a poor prognosis! And remember, laughter is the best medicine." - Joan Awald, Missouri
"We are all praying constantly for you Mark.
Hey,Mark, I have been where you are with Cancer, two major heart attacks, open heart surgery and then two major strokes. They gave me six months tops and I was at the bottom of the well ! Then--I gave my life to Christ and HE has given me six wonderful years. The good Doctors say "No Way" Christ said 'I can use this old goat" --Well aquit dying and start living -- it's not the end it's a new beginning! I got remarried to an Angel three years ago and met people who really care for me. When I couldn't ride my horse anymore I bought a Mule and cart--When I had to give up my Harley I bought a 600 Hp Drag boat. When I pray about you I feel Christ has a job for you too so plan to be around many more years---JUST DO TWO THINGS FOR ME---Give the stress and pain to our precious LORD and go out and do something CRAZY !!!!!!!!!!" - Charlie Giles, Missouri
"You are on our prayer groups praying list. My daughter Lillie works with Clint" - Oralia Salinas, Texas
"God is with you, get well soon. He will keep you close to his heart on this journey and give you strength." - Dana Priddy, Missouri
"We thank you, God, for the blessing of great health, when we have it,
And for relatively good health while it's still ours!
O, Lord, teach us to recognize that for most of your creatures,
The cup of life is filled only mid-way.
May we learn to see it as half-full and not half-empty!
Provide wisdom and skill to those who minister to our needs
In hospitals, In medical offices, and in our homes.
Grant patience and strength to those in our families
Who share our lives in good times and when we're ill.
Bless those survivors who've been cured of the cancer that's afflicted them,
And keep them out of harm's way.
For those of us who have not been cured, give us the wherewithal to keep on going.
Meantime embolden the efforts of those who labor on the front-lines of scientific research,
As they seek to find the means to end pain, stress, disease and death.
Reinvigorate our bodies and spirits with Your love, O Lord,
For You are the Healer of all.
As it is said in the Bible:
" Ri-fa-ay-nu vi-Ni-ra-pay - Hebrew for:
Heal us and we shall be healed."
For in the relay of life, You are the source of salvation and help,
For us and for all humanity.
And let us say: Amen.
- Ed Weinsberg, Ed.D., D.D., is a prostate cancer survivor, healthcare educator, and rabbi " - Lillie Plowman, Missouri
"Lots and lots of prayers headed your way from Clint's office in Kansas City, MO. We are all thinking of you and putting some extra strength behind you as you face some unfortunate challenges. All my best." - Diana Forbes, Missouri
"Please know that my hopes and thoughts are with you and your family during this time. I wish you strength for what lies ahead." - Carrie Merker, Kansas
"Hi Mark. While I have never met Clint (as I work in APWA's DC Office) I was so touched by how much you mean to him. You are very blessed to have such a wonderful son. I'm confident you can beat this! Keep up the positive attitude and stay strong. I am a firm bliever in the power of prayer and I'm thinking of you. " - Laura Berkey, District of Columbia
"Hello, I work with your son Clint and many of us our praying for you. This is always a tough time and I pray you all stay strong and positive." - Rhonda Wilhite, Missouri
"Mark, I wish all the best in your fight. Stay strong." - K Caldwell, Missouri
"We're rooting for you to show cancer the door!" - Jon & Jenny Shults, Missouri
"We all love you and know you can kick this thing's ass!" - Clint Helfers, Kansas
- Despite the kidney stone, Dad got up and walked around the yard today, taking a look at the new deck extension from the ground; he liked it.Jul 28, 2010 @ 10:38 PM
- We have decided to not pursue treatment in Omaha and take it one day at a time. Dad is a little uncomfortable now, passing a kidney stone.Jul 28, 2010 @ 10:37 PM
- Dad was doing OK yesterday, though he had to get his NG tube pushed further down. Hopefully our new baby pug will brighten his days :)Jul 25, 2010 @ 2:36 PM
- Still have not made a decision on the trip to Omaha, but we did get positive news. Dad, no matter what you decide we are 100% behind you.Jul 23, 2010 @ 4:41 PM
- Appears to have been a good day, Dad got up this morning and shaved his face all by himself in the bathroom! Watching the boob tube now.Jul 20, 2010 @ 6:35 PM
- Got back before 10 AM, operation Scan Pa was a success. Sending the results off today to the Dr in Omaha.Jul 19, 2010 @ 7:51 PM