Not many of you know this but my father (Richard Berardi) was diagnosed with Non-Hydokins Lymphoma (spellings). This is a form of cancer. He was diagnosed about 2 months ago.

Since then it has transformed into a cancer known as Burkes Lymphoma. He got chemo for a little then they did a scan and noticed that it wasn't working. They have since upgraded him to a more sever form of chemo/radiation that will put him in the hospital for about 8 months on and off. He went from volunteer firefighting and working as the Director of Pharmacy at Temple Hospital in Philadelphia to being house ridden.

I always talked a lot about you guys and he asked frequently what was new online. I know he has an interest.

** Heres where you guys come in, My mom made a website for him to keep his hopes and thoughts up while he is in the hospital. On the Website there is a link to sign his guest book. Some of you may not feel comfortable or what not, but it would sure mean a lot to me if you could just sign it and keep his thoughts up. Even if you just put your name and FTE or Ford Truck Enthusiasts. He will know what it is.

Heres the link -
CaringBridge / richberardi / Welcome

If anything please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.

I hope this doesn't get taken down, if it does need to be taken down could the moderators move it to a different location instead.

 

Done.....

 

its hard to keep the tears back reading what you guys posted on there so far.. this really means alot guys. i wouldnt expect anything less from a group of guys i can honestly call my friends.

 

Done as well.

 

There is not much that gets asked for here that does not get done.
I lost mine in June,found him laying in the floor,bad deal.We were close as well.Had alot of good fishing together.

 

Done also hope all goes well Phil

 

Barry - Ive tried to keep my mind up and not get upset. I just dont want me fear to become a reality. You have no idea how much its going to mean to him and my mom when they read this.

Im sorry to hear about your pop. i guess everything happens for a reason, just not the way you wish it would sometimes.

 

Thank you Phil and Nolan, its much apprechiated

 

X2... give him my regards, Philip!

 

Prayers sent Philip. Barry, sorry to hear, prayers sent your way also. Were hear if you need us Philip....call or stop by anytime...

 

This will stay here as long as I have a say Phillip.

You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that I or we as a group can do all you have to do is ask!

 

Echoing Jim and Mikes sentiments!

We're all wishing your dad and all of you the best, Philip!

Stay strong for them.

 

Done...Phil, your father as well as your family will be in my prayers.
I lost my mom to cancer, so I know what your going thru, hang in there bro.

 

Let's spark this thread a little bit.Gotta member/brother Daddy in need.
You tell your Daddy he has a whole American crew pulling for him.

Thanks Pops!

 

Done..... Phil,
I've been there I know what you are going through, I'm a 17 year surviver of Hodgkin's Disease. So don't give up and keep the faith. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.