Phil will incur many expenses as he continues his journey toward independent living. The best way to make a donation is to stop by or send a check to 5/3 Bank at 2465 NORTHWEST BLVD, COLUMBUS, OH 43221. 5/3 Bank’s phone number: (614) 488-5942. Make checks payable to Phil’s Fight Fund. However, if you are not near a 5/3 bank or would prefer to donate online you can click the donation button below to go through PayPal.
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We Love You Phil.
Your Cousins and Aunt M.L. in Minnesota are thinking of you and praying for you!
On a personal note: I don’t know what kind of pain medication they are giving you….But…could I have some?
Love,
Gary L.K.
By: Gary L.Krallman on July 16, 2007
at 8:28 am
I tried to make a donation at the 5-3rd in the osu Hosp but they couldn’t find the fund. Maybe I should try another day?
By: kay huebner on July 16, 2007
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Hey Phil,
You and the whole entire Henry family have been in our thoughts and prayers ever since we learned of your accident. I must tell you that you have many well wishers here in Central Pa at Sovereign Bank and all those we saw over the weekend at Lost Mountain, including Wanda and Skeeter.
We know you are one determined guy and you certainly have that Henry spirit working in your favor. You have many blessings and positive thoughts being directed your way.
We love ya and will keep in touch in reference to your continued progress. Love, Beth and Mike
By: Mika and Beth James on July 16, 2007
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Dear Phil,
It was great to see you this morning! You look absolutely great and your spirit was inspirational!
You know how much the Low & Sell’s families consider you one of us! Now that is a scary thought – “Phil Sells” – “little brother John”!!!
We always considered it a joy and priviledge to have you over for Thanksgiving and any other time – especally when we needed something from you – like painting services on a last minute’s notice!
Now it is our turn – whether you reach out or not we will be there. Anything we can do we will.
You are in our constant thoughts and prayers!
We truly love you and know your fighting and conquering spirit will prevail!
Danny-boy
By: Dan Low on July 17, 2007
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Phil,
Just wanted to let you know that we are keeping you in our prayers. Be strong! Think positive thoughts! Therapy can have amazing outcomes.
Megan – hi. It’s been a long time.
Sue McGovern Kimble
By: Sue McGovern Kimble on July 17, 2007
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Phil-
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay positive!
The Eriksen family
By: Trisha Eriksen on July 18, 2007
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Phil, we in the Stone family want you to know that we are all thinking about you. Our prayers are that each upcoming day will be a better day for you. We know that is easier said than done, but we will continue to pray that way.We hope to see you in near future. I told Steve and Dave at the Barber Salon about your accident. dick
By: Dick Stone on July 19, 2007
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Phil, glad to hear you made it outside. The day was beautiful and hopefully gave you some uplifting moments. Take one day at a time. We will keep sending you stength. I said a prayer today to give you some peace with the pain. You keep doing what they tell you. Get some rest, your body is just yelling at you through the pain, because you have kept it busy in a different way the past week!!!!
You will be in worship with us today at King Ave. MUCH LOVE, Deneen, Kendall and the King Ave UMC family. Sending much love to the entire Henry Family also.
By: Deneen Day on July 22, 2007
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Phil,
I am a friend of your sister Susan and her family. She has always spoken so highly of you that I feel I know you even though we only met once at their wedding.
From what she has told me, you’re a strong person. Best of luck to you. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers for a successful recovery!
Keep up the good work!!
By: Julie Criss on July 22, 2007
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I saw Steve Shu told me where I could find you. Attitude is 90%. I’m a nurse I should know this. Whatever it takes try to keep positive and work hard at rehab it will pay off and miracles do happen. I’ve seen itover and over. Keep the faith-I pray for you constantly.
By: Debby Johnson Brown on July 24, 2007
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Phil, as you may know, I swooped in , battled my opponents, and with luck I claimed 1st place victory julst last week. as you also know, ours is a tough group of seasoned players…
Heide and I made a small contribution to your fund. More to follow we so pledge. Nothing but Peace and Love Phil, Terry and Heide
By: Terry & Heide on July 27, 2007
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Phil -a long road ahead, but we believe in your strength and the Henry family’s strength. We wish we could do something for you and will keep checking with D & N to see what it would be. We’ll help the fund out a little. That will be helpful we hope. Best wishes – card coming. Love,
Flip & Barb Mahaney
By: Flip & Barb on July 27, 2007
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Hen,
Sorry to hear about the injury, Case and I spoke with Susan for a while and got an update (thanks Susan). She said you have been playing a lot of guitar, call me when you get back to the house and we’ll “Jam”.
Take care,
Tut
By: Tut on July 29, 2007
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Hello Phil, I have been thinking about you and praying for you nonstop since I talked to Sue and John. What an inspiration you are to so many people. My favorite part of the day is reading all of the love and hope poured out to you on the website. What a lucky man you are to have so many friends and a family so full of love. I have such great memories of the Henry clan and will continue to pray for you daily. Great job on the site meg, it makes us all a part of the team. Lots of love to all of you Henrys, and will check in again tomorrow. Keep plugging away Phil, sunshine, laughter and prayers are better than anyhting the dr can give you!!!!
By: Tara Smith(Coon) on July 29, 2007
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Phil,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sounds like you are working hard in the recent update. Don’t quit. When you’re ready, we’ll pull Tut out of retirement a put all that guitar playing to use. Career change from painting to entertaining. Take care and we’ll be in touch. Jim, Kristi, Natalie and Nick Anderson
By: Jim Anderson on July 30, 2007
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Hi Phil, Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you daily. You are one tough cookie and you will get through this one day at a time. Love and hugs. I am available whenever you need help.
By: yvonneperotti on August 1, 2007
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Dear Phil-
The Barnetts from Saudi Arabia are wishing you well. We know you are a determined person full of vigor and strength. We pray you can draw on all you have learned in your young age. We’ll be in Columbus mid-August and hope to hear of your progress from the Mocniaks.
Jeff, Mary Ann, Nate and Braden Barnett
By: Jeff & Mary Ann Barnett on August 5, 2007
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Dear Phil,
Roy and I have begun the Novena. Prayer is
so powerful .Keep up the good fight.
Love The Gutmanns
By: the gutmanns on August 6, 2007
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Hello…we are unlikely to ever meet, however judging by the description of your disability, we share the same level of injury. I was injured in 1972 BC (before computers). I was 18. Barring any severe medical complications, you have a good shot at living a long, productive and relatively normal life. It’s probably not the life you would have chosen, but I can assure you that your future is far brighter than you can imagine now. Each month will be slightly easier than it’s predecessor.
I’ve used a manual wheelchair 35 years. There have been a lot of crackpot “cures” in that time. All of them have been complete nonsense.
I’m glad you have the prayers of your family & friends, but your truest friends are the ones that hang tough with you for the long haul (you will find that talk is cheap and that true friends are worth their weight in diamonds). Believe me, life in a wheelchair is akin to a long haul up loose rock, but difficult isn’t the same as impossible.
You can lay down and die, or get up and fly. (by the way, I have more than one friend with your level of injury who pilot their own airplane).
To keep from boring you, I’ll bring this to a close with some suggestions:
*DO NOT EAT LIKE YOU ARE BEING PAID FOR IT, YOU CANNOT TAKE WEIGHT OFF IN A WHEELCHAIR ONCE YOU PUT IT ON. Grandma wants to smother you with love by baking for you. If you become overweight, you will regret it.
*At the earliest possible time acquire a lowered floor minivan to drive. Braun Entervan makes a superb vehicle modification. Ask me more if you have questions. Being able to drive is the vital, indispensible key to independence.
*You will be able to work and earn a living.
*Social Security rules are a nightmare. They have powerful disincentives for people who want to work. Just warning you.
*You’ll have good days and bad days. Eventually, the good days will outnumber the bad days. That’s life.
*You will have bladder infections, muscle aches, chills, sweats, headaches, skin problems, bowel problems and muscle spasms (and that’s the short list). Medications help up to a point, but all of them have side effects. You will become adept at becoming your own pharmacist. No one will know your body better then you.
*Dan & Cathy Workman suggested I contact you. Feel free to contact me if you think I can be of any particular help. My experience won’t be exactly identical to yours, but when it comes to spinal injury, I’ve ‘been there, done that, bought the T-shirt’. I’ve been program manager at an independent living center, program developer at an assistive technology corporation, worked on a rehab floor in a hospital and now sell mobility products for people with disabilities.
Warm regards,
Henry
By: Henry Bateman on August 26, 2007
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Phil,
I can’t believe you picked my name! Although I’d love to come to Columbus and see you on the 12th, it’s just not in the cards for me. My son Patrick who is a senior football player has his homecoming game that weekend. So I need to be a good mom and cheer him on!
I will find friends or family in Columbus who will be thrilled to use them!!
I’m glad to hear you are having some good days. Keep up the good spirits! Everybody is still wishing you the very best, we love you.
Cousin,
Big O
By: Alice Chapman on October 1, 2007
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Phil, I read about your situation at the bearalums web site. You seem to have a great attitude about it and that is very important.
We don’t know each other–I was Class of 1966– but I am thinking of you and pulling for you, here in San Diego.
Jim Mosier
By: Jim Mosier on October 26, 2007
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