Posts Tagged ‘pancreatic cancer’

Aug 10
05

Update on Charlie’s Surgery

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To everyone who has been concerned about Charlie Louvin, his surgery and his recovery, the following is an update from his son, Sonny Louvin.

Dad came home from the hospital on July 30. The surgery did not go as planned. He will begin using alternative methods of treatment, going forward.

He is home recuperating and gaining back his strength.  He is in great spirits, looking forward to singing again, and especially Hosting the Midnight Jamboree on Aug. 21st.  Please continue to keep him in your prayers and prayer lines, asking the Good Lord to bless him with a speedy recovery.

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Jul 10
05

Charlie Wrestles Pancreatic Cancer

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As Charlie Louvin turns 83 this July, he is discovering a new foe. He recently went in to see the doctor with what seemed to be a minor complaint, and came back with a diagnosis of stage 2 pancreatic cancer.

Suddenly, the success of his soon-to-be-released, new CD is not nearly as important as Charlie’s victory over one of the most virulent forms of cancer. He has been through a lot in his 83 years, but this hurdle is one he was not counting on.

On July 22nd, Charlie will go in for a complex, six hour surgery at the Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville. It’s called the Whipple Procedure.

Charlie’s family and friends are encouraged that he will be in good hands, but they definitely covet your prayers.

Charlie’s Performance Schedule

Of course, Charlie won’t be able to perform for a few weeks after his surgery, but, being the resolute, tough guy that he is, he tentatively hopes he can be back on stage by August 21st, 2010.

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