Christmas Greeting from Judy Lardin
Wishing the Tri-V Family holidays filled with the joys of home and family, warmed by the blessings of friendship. Merry Christmas to all. Here’s to a happy, healthy safe 2022!
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David Burke
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Jack Schaefer
Christmas Wish
May all the blessings and peace be with our TRI-V families during this season, and
next year.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,
Jack and Jacqui
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Nick Angelosanto
Christmas Wish
I would like to wish everybody a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to my extended
TRI-V family. I would like to thank everybody that’s helped me out this year. I think that’s
what the extended family is all about. I appreciate it very much.Love, Nick
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John Lardin
MAY OPEN HOSE It looks like winter is…
MAY OPEN HOSE It looks like winter is coming to an end and they are predicting warmer weather for the end of Mach. This means the golf season will be starting soon. It also means that it is time to start making arrangements for May Open House. The date for Open House is May 15th at Rolling Meadows Golf Club (same location as last year) with the first tee time at 8:30am .Chairman Nick Angelosanto needs your help as soon as possible. His phone number 734-522-5366 and if you plan on attending he would appreciate a call as soon as possible. If you plan on bring a guest or your own four some he needs to know so he can arrange sufficient tee times. Cost is expected to be he same as last year ($70 including golf, prize money and meal). LET’S GIVE NICK A BREAK THIS YEAR AND MAKE THE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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John Lardin
Thank you for all the prayers John had…
Thank you for all the prayers.
John had the hernia surgery today. They were well prepared.
On February 1 John had to have blood work done at hospital to cross match blood if may be needed for/after surgery. On February 2 oncologist gave John another iron infusion.
February 3 was like a free day.
Today Judy had to take John to hospital at 5:30 a.m. Judy went with him to registration and to third floor surgery. Once they called John for prep they asked Judy to leave. They texted me with the following:
7:23 am patient in operating room
8:11 am procedure began
9:19 am procedure complete
9:23 patient in recovery area
9:34 Dr. called. Very large hernia; keep iced over weekend; take it easy over weekend.The oncologist said he may want to give John one more infusion next week–depends on iron level after last blood draw.
John cannot begin his chemo treatments for four weeks after surgery; he has follow-up with surgeon on February 17.
John saw the surgeon on February 17 and got the all clear. No lifting over 15 lbs. for the next four weeks. The next four weeks are very crucial for your healing. The hernia was twisted and stuck so the incision is about 5 inches long. John forgot to ask if he could golf–Judy told him his golf bag weights more than 15 lbs.
John had another iron infusion with the oncologist on Feb. 12. John was scheduled to have chemo on Feb. 16 and Judy called and said the surgery was only two weeks ago and John is to receive his second Covid vaccine on Feb. 25. The oncologist agreed to put off chemo until March 1. Needed to make sure no reaction to second vaccine which John did not have any reaction.
Thanks again–those prayers work.
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John Lardin
MEMORIES FROM MARCH 2016 ISSUE OF TRI V…
MEMORIES FROM MARCH 2016 ISSUE OF TRI-V UMPH
The Tri-V family would like to thank Karen and Jeff (mostly Karen) for putting the newsletter together for so many years. Karen recently informed us that she would like to give the job to someone else. She has done a great a job over the years keeping TRI-V families informed.
The nomination of three Council Seats will take place at the Club meeting on March 8, 2016. Please review your history of officers list which was provided in January so you will be prepared to nominate and vote officers for a two year council seat.
MARBLES standings the end of March had Kim Burke in first place with 50 points, Kristen Trachsel and Steve Trachsel tied for second with 48 points and in third place was Matt Hoffman.
Ken and Kate Stress hosted February pinochle with seven couples. Great food followed with cards. Romas came in first place for the evening.
PINOCHLE STANDINGS the end of February had Romas Bliudzius in first place with 116 points; Jane Trachsel in second place with 114.5 points and Mike Trachsel in third place with 99 points.
Final Pinochle and Marbles is scheduled for Sunday April 17; dinner from 5-7 p.m. followed by feather bowling from 7-8 p.m.
The March Event is scheduled for March 26, 2016 which is an Outdoor Adventure followed after the tour.
Tri-V golf will start on April 18 with 1 flight this year using 100% handicap. There will be two halves to the season.
May Open house is scheduled for May 14, 2016 at Beacon Hill, White Lake Township. This will be a shotgun start with dinner following golf consisting of hamburgers and hotdogs. The month of Feb. is gone and like Jan. was not the best month for snowbirds. John’s hip continues to give him problems and is able to golf but limited to nine holes. He plans to have his hip replaced when he returns to Michigan. Jan and Cal Cashman and Lee and Marian Anderson have made it to FL. Marian is recuperating from her hip replacement with physical therapy while Lee has surgery planned on his knee in May in Michigan. Cashmans and Lardins will be returning to Michigan sometime in April.
Sherry Kuhr thanked everyone best month for the snowbirds in FL. There were many cloudy days and very few days in the 80’s or high 70’s. Judy made another trip up north to take care of her crown and to see Alyssa. John’s hip continues to give him some problems but not as severe as it was in Jan. He has been able who has a new address for Marilyn Myers. She would love to hear from her Tri-V friends.
Terry Connolly had his mitral valve replaced in February with a bovine valve. He was planning to have shoulder surgery however during his pre-op physical he was sent to see a cardiologist. Surgery went well and was in home in four days. He developed bronchitis with much pressure and pain on his chest with coughing. He is now walking one block and is improving thanks to all the prayers being said for him.
This wraps up another trip down memory lane. 2010 was the last year for the steak roast to be held at Fraser Acres. Fraser and Blondie were such gracious hosts for over 25 years. As I type the memories there seems to be less and less to reflect upon. Take the time to share your memories with family and friends. Until we see you in print next month, the Good Lord willing, take care of one another. -
John Lardin
MEMORIES FROM MARCH 2011 ISSUE OF TRI V…
MEMORIES FROM MARCH 2011 ISSUE OF TRI-V UMPH
A note from Sue Leskiewicz, daughter of Earl Tishler, informed us that he is not doing well. We ask you to remember him in our prayers. He had a serious health issue in Feb. and they do not know if it was a stroke or it is just the gradual decline of Alzheimer’s. He doesn’t recognize her and is in a wheel chair as he is very weak and at risk of injury. John Lardin reports that the month of Feb. in FL has been as good as one could ask for. You have a nice day and ask “Can it get any better?” and the next day is asking “Can it get any better?” Their oldest son John came down for an extended weekend the middle of Feb. and plans on returning in March. Jack Schaefer and Nick Angelosanto made it down for a week and joined Lee Anderson and John for a couple rounds of golf and they were followed by Bev, Mike and Alyssa for a week. Judy was in her glory as she was able to see Alyssa crawl for the first time. Judy and John made a quick trip up north for two days to celebrate granddaughter Bella’s birthday. Final visitors were Judy’s sister-in-law (John’s sister) and brother-in law for a few days from Spring Hills, FL. Ellie and Terry Connolly were coming in March to spend the month of March. Andersons, Lardins, Kuhrs and Gies met at the pub in Del Tura CC on March 3 for a name that tune contest. They held their own. The Gies were busy with visitors starting with Tracy, Nick and grandkids in early Feb. followed by daughter, Lisa, and her family in March. This was followed by a visit from Kathy and Art Dushary for a boat trip from Ft. Myers to Key West. The Winter Event was held on Feb. 27 at the Cadieux Café, Detroit. It was an evening of feather bowling attended by 12 members and 13 guests. The TRI-V Anniversary Party was set for March 12 at Northville Downs. The Tri-V Girls May dinner was set for May 18 at Bayside Grill, Walled Lake. Final Pinochle was set for April 16 at Leon’s of Wixom, Wixom. Final Pinochle standings for the 2010-2011 season had Jane Trachsel in first place with 139 points; Mike Trachsel in second place with 140 points, Jeff Trachsel in third place with 139 points and Vickie Angelosanto in fourth place with 137 points. -
John Lardin
Thank you for all the prayers John had…
Thank you for all the prayers.
John had the hernia surgery today. They were well prepared.
On February 1 John had to have blood work done at hospital to cross match blood if may be needed for/after surgery. On February 2 oncologist gave John another iron infusion.
February 3 was like a free day.
Today Judy had to take John to hospital at 5:30 a.m. Judy went with him to registration and to third floor surgery. Once they called John for prep they asked Judy to leave. They texted me with the following:
7:23 am patient in operating room
8:11 am procedure began
9:19 am procedure complete
9:23 patient in recovery area
9:34 Dr. called. Very large hernia; keep iced over weekend; take it easy over weekend.The oncologist said he may want to give John one more infusion next week–depends on iron level after last blood draw.
John cannot begin his chemo treatments for four weeks after surgery; he has follow-up with surgeon on February 17.
Thanks again–those prayers work.
Judy
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John Lardin
January proved to be a busy and trying…
January proved to be a busy and trying month for Judy and John.
John and Judy arrived in Ft. Myers December 29, 2020. John’s (little brother Nick, good friend) drove our car to Florida along with his friend Michelle. They left Christmas day and arrived in Ft. Myers on Sunday around noon.
They had car unloaded so all Judy had to do was put things away in condo. They picked Judy and John up at the airport around 1 p.m.Nick and Michelle stayed with us for New Year’s even though we were in bed before midnight. They were going to fly out on Saturday however their flight got delayed/cancelled—they spent 11 hours at the airport only to call and say do you want guests for a couple more days—flying standby they could not get out until Tuesday am at 6:05. On Sunday, January 3 John was having lots of pain in his right groin and sometimes could barely walk. On Monday, John wanted to go to the Emergency Room. They did a cat scan, sonogram; EKG, blood work, etc. We arrived at ER at approximately 9:15 a.m.—they saw John about 1:30 p.m. and did all those tests. They think it is gallstones however gallbladder is not infected; appendix looks good; really don’t want to admit to hospital with COVID—if pain gets worse come back to ER. Once we arrived back to condo from ER, Judy checked flight for Nick and Michelle—the 6:05 a.m flight was cancelled and they did not roll over the buddies to the next flight—John called Delta to get mistake corrected—waiting on hold almost 3.5 hours. Finally got that done.
Judy made appointment with oncologist and surgeon for John. Judy and John took Nick and Michelle to airport for 7:30 am flight—Michelle got on 7:30 am flight and Nick on the following flight—finally both back in Michigan around one p.m. On January John saw oncologist for follow up appointment—he told John no chemo until after you see surgeon—blood count low but let’s draw blood again to make sure—oncologist was going to get clearance from Humana for shots to raise blood count—oncologist called to say blood count was OK—shots not needed.
John had some pain again on Sunday but didn’t want to go to ER since he had appointment with surgeon on Monday. Saw surgeon, does not believe it’s gallstones—had another radiologist read reports and they found nothing. The physician assistant said let me try one more thing—had John stand up, found hernia (which she could not believe)—surgery needed. Surgery scheduled for January 15, 2021. Need to see cardiologist for clearance—John saw cardiologist in Michigan in December and he was able to provide clearance. Mike called that evening to say that he, Bev and Alyssa were going to fly in on Wednesday and leave the following Tuesday since he didn’t think I should be alone—we were both very excited.
Hospital called to go over medications; surgeries, etc. Hospital called later to say need COVID test prior to surgery. Mike called to say Bev not feeling well—having issues with BBPV (vertigo) and she wants he and Alyssa to still come to FLA—I told him he should stay home with Bev. She was in the hospital in December the week before Christmas when she was diagnosed (thought she was having stroke). Got call from Kim (daughter-in-law) in Texas that Larry (our son) and Christine (granddaughter) both tested positive for COVID. Christine was 16 in October.
Hospital called this morning, January 13 to say that they needed more blood work prior to surgery. John had COVID test at 10:30 am in Cape Coral; then blood work scheduled for 11:45 am in Ft. Myers—COVID test was very timely—waited almost an hour for blood work. On our return took short drive to hospital to find entrance “A”. Judy can go with John into registration but then has to exit hospital and wait for doctor to call after surgery is done. At this time they do not know if it will be outpatient or John will be in overnight.
The saga continues–today got call from surgeon’s office saying surgery is cancelled. Can you come to Cape Coral in an hour to see the surgeon–blood count too low.
First time meeting surgeon and we both immediately liked him. He was not aware that John gets chemo and when he heard Avastan–he shook his head. Judy called oncologist while in office and the surgeon and oncologist spoke to one another–the oncologist will work on getting John’s blood level higher and told the surgeon that yes, John, could miss chemo for another 3-4 weeks or longer. At this time the surgery is rescheduled for Thursday, February 4–time TBD like always.I told John that GOD works in mysterious ways–must be why Mike, Bev and Alyssa cancelled trip due to the vertigo. I truly believe that GOD is working things out for John.
John had call from oncologist—need to take more blood; gave PROCRIT injection in stomach to raise iron levels.
On January 18 oncologist called and wants John to have blood transfusion to raise hemoglobin levels prior to surgery; had 2 pints of blood on January 19.
John saw oncologist on January 26 for blood check and didn’t like what he heard and sent him for CHEST X-ray. John got the MODERNA vaccine and is scheduled to receive second dose Feb. 25. CHEST x-ray came back negative. Oncologist called on January 28 and asked John to come in for iron infusion prior to surgery.
Today is January 31 and Judy is expecting the hospital to call for more blood work and another COVID test prior to surgery Thursday, Feb. 4.
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John Lardin
MEMORIES FROM THE FEBRUARY 2011 TRI V UMPH…
MEMORIES FROM THE FEBRUARY 2011 TRI-V UMPH
We were asked to remember in our prayers Vickie Battel, mother of Victoria Angelosanto, and Doris Delanoy, wife of Jim, on their passing. These were two wonderful women and for those of us that were fortunate to have known them have been blessed. The Tri-V Anniversary party has been switched from Hawthorne Valley to Northville Downs, Northville on March 12. The change was necessary since Hawthorne Valley went out of business. The Florida Anniversary Party was scheduled for March 18-20 in Ft. Myers, FL which included a Mystery Train dinner. Pinochle standings through Feb. play had Jane Trachsel in first place with 120.5 points, Robyn Mackson, Mike Trachsel and Jeff Trachsel tied for second place with 116 points.