About Dave Kingston

Tuesday, August 24, 2004

No News is Still Good News

It's been many weeks since I've had enough information to really do an update. Over the last three weeks or so, Dave has been rebuilding his strength from the pressure wound surgery. Dave returned to see Dr. Pilati, his wound specialist, on Monday. He was pleased with the wound's progress. The wound is healing very nicely, and is about 1/3 of its original size. Dave can't sit up until it is fully healed, which means several more weeks flat on his back. His therapists are making the most of his limited mobility and are eager to have him up and about again. Plus, Dave will be thrilled to be able to move about the house and to get out into his yard.

Any surgery zaps your strength, and Dave has been resting quite a bit to get back to where he was before the surgery. He is most of the way there, but is still not speaking like he was, but his voice is getting stronger. His speech therapist, Heather, has him chewing ice chips and even had him chewing gum a week ago. He really liked that.

There are a few more doctor visits on the horizon, and I'll keep you updated as news comes in from them.

¶ 7:05 PM

Dave passed on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at 6:09 pm surrounded by family at Hospice of Dayton.

We are asking you to post one or more of your favorite Dave stories in our guestbook.

From Dave's Family

We are grateful to everyone who has called, sent a card, stopped by the hospital, and sent flowers. We appreciate your prayers and continued support through this time.

We are especially grateful to all of the wonderful doctors, nurses, therapists, and other caregivers who have contributed so much to Dave's recovery. Your thoughtful and compassionate care has made a huge difference in Dave's life and has touched each member of our family. We think of you in our prayers, and hope that the many gifts you give return to your own life tenfold.

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What Happened

On July 23rd, 2003, Dave went in for routine triple bypass surgery at the Dayton Heart Hospital. He had serious and unexpected complications, including a stroke.

Dave's bypass surgery was a success, and we have nothing but praise for Dr. Rank and the care team at the Dayton Heart Hospital.

Dave (with Jan) at the Dayton Heart Hospital on July 24th.