This is Mindi, Angie’s sister. I am updated the post for Angie as she is unable to access a computer right now. I have briefly talked with Angie, so I apologize if some information is not accurate. Brian was having uncontrollable seizures this morning from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. There was nothing they could do to stop these from happening. Even with the help of hospice and some other interventions, they would not cease. They took Brian to the hospital for this reason and soon after the admission, they got the seizures to stop with the help of Morphine. He is now a patient at St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL (I am assuming, as that is where he always goes). He is now heavily sedated with the medications to have his body under control. His vitals are pretty good still, his blood pressure is normal but he is running a temp and his heart rate was 160 at the time of admission. I do believe his heart rate has come down slightly and his respirations have slowed down as well due to the medication. They have tossed around the idea of a PIC line to administer medications but the doctors and hospitals know the family’s wishes at this time for any other measures. They do want him to be comfortable and peaceful though.
The boys are with my mom, heading to Biehle tonight to return to Peoria tomorrow evening. We got to spend the weekend with the boys and had a wonderful birthday celebration for Grant as he turned 6 on Saturday. I think the boys have had a wonderful, enjoyable weekend. They got a little spoiled though. We took them to the city museum in St. Louis on Sunday and today they got to go to a place called incredible pizza where they rode bumper cars and played a lot of games. They have had a blast and it is such a blessing that they were not at home to witness the past couple of hard days that the O’Neill family has had. My mom will be staying all week in Peoria and longer if needed to help out Angie with the boys, so they are in good hands and will be taking care of with no added stress on Angie.
To the entire O’Neill family, we are praying for you. You have people all over this country/world praying and willing to help in any way possible. God will provide, weather it is for Brian to continue here on earth or for Him to provide you with strength during this though time, God will provide. Our God is an awesome God and remember to Keep Believing. We love you all.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Update: Brian O'Neill
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Bless you for posting this for Angie. I have been thinking and praying all day for the O'Neill family. It is now in God's hands and He will take Brian home in His time.
ReplyDeleteI keep believing that Brian will have a peaceful transition and Angie and the boys will have happy memories.
Your sister in Christ, Karen
Thank you so much for updating us. Praying in Minnesota.
ReplyDeleteJanell H.
Love to you all..Thanks for the update. You are in my prayers..
ReplyDeletethank you for posting an update... we are in California praying for you all.. much love and hugs!
ReplyDeleteMuch love...and our GOD is an awesome GOD! in NC
ReplyDeleteAngie,
ReplyDeleteI have been praying all day since I received Kayre's email. I am praying for Jesus' presence to be so near to you so that you know He is holding you in His arms. If I can do anything, please do not hesitate to let me know. Our God has given me such a love for you--one that can only be explained by the fact that we are sisters in the same family.
I am specifically praying for you to know peace, sweet Angie. As dark as this time may feel, your darkness is not darkness to Him. I am begging Him to let you know that, to let your soul know that He is your salvation. I am praying for courage and the grace that He has promised for this day and the next and the next. It is yours, Angie. I pray that you will take it freely and know that it is lavished on you. It will never run out.
I am at a loss for words. But God's Word is never at a loss. I am praying Psalm 131 over you both. It was one of the shortest psalms I ever ran across and its length gave me the courage to try to memorize it. When I cannot understand what is happening around me, this psalm comforts me again and again:
My heart is not proud, O LORD, my eyes are not haughty; I do not concern myself with great matters or things too wonderful for me.
But I have stilled and quieted my soul; like a weaned child with its mother, like a weaned child is my soul within me.
O Israel, put your hope in the LORD both now and forevermore.
I am praying that you will experience stillness and trust like you may have experienced with a beloved parent. He is doing all things well, sweet Angie. And standing on that promise in faith is where our peace comes from even when the world is so chaotic. I pray that you will let Him hold you. There has been great glory surrounding your struggle these 11 years. I am praying that you will see Jesus high and lifted up above the circumstances that you are going through right now. You are in His watch-care, the safest place that you, Brian, Gavin, and Grant can be.
I love you, dear friend--Shawn from TN
Sending prayers and loving thoughts to Angie and her boys. God has you all in His arms.
ReplyDeleteSending love and prayers from Indiana. We're close to Peoria, so they will be there quick!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely praying.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing example of strength, faith and the true love of friends and family. Angie, we are praying for you and are here for you - just around the corner waiting to help in anyway you need!
ReplyDeleteJenny Alcenius
Thank you for the update. Will send prayers out to the entire family.
ReplyDeleteThank you for letting us know how to pray for Angie and Brian. How precious to see the Lord's care by Him having the boys out of the home during the worst of this. I am praying the verse "And as thy day goes, so shall thy strength be" for Angie and Brian and all to feel God's strength and purpose flowing thru them.
ReplyDeleteAngie, you are such a wonderful wife and mother! Remember, nothing that is happening now is out of God's hands. You are smart to relie on those around you and sleep when you can. God is never early or late, His timing is PERFECT... even when we can't see why.
ReplyDeleteFamily-what a blessing! Thank you for updating the blog-many of us are with you in prayer. God is in control and will provide comfort, strength, and all the help needed to get through these days ahead. My prayer is for all of you to feel God with you-leading the way. Brian is in good hands-you all have been so helpful and loving. Know we are praying.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update Mindi. Please send our prayers to the entire family.
ReplyDeleteAlways Still Believing here. Prayers are coming from California for Angie and her family. Thank you for the update.
ReplyDeleteSweet Jesus be with them all as your prepare to take Brian home. the time is short, comfort their hearts and keep them close.
ReplyDeleteStill praying....
ReplyDeleteThe Harpers from Ironton MO
The Lord be with you.
ReplyDeletePraying for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteMany prayers being lifted up for you all right now. God's strength and comfort be your companion through these times.
ReplyDeleteYou are all in our thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteAngie . . .Praying that you will feel the power in this moment of all the many, many prayers being sent up to our Heavenly Father on your behalf. May you be empowered, strengthed and comforted by His presence during this time. Knowing that He has brought you to this place, please be confident that He will also provide ALL that you need as you walk through this valley. Hold tightly to His promises, and He will be with you through each step that lies ahead of you. I pray that you will continue to see the grace moments in these final moments, so that He will continue to be glorified in your lives.
ReplyDeleteHaving gone through the loss of their father with my own young children, my heart is especially heavy and broken for your boys. I will be praying for them specifically during the days to come.
I thank God for your family and many friends who have been and will continue to be a source of help and comfort for you and the boys. You are a special woman. Thank you for sharing your life with those of us who don't know you, but who have been inspired and blessed by you nontheless.
May His peace that passes all understanding be with you and your family during this time. May His blessings be showered upon you, Brian, Gavin, Grant and all of your loved ones.
Your Sister in Christ from Nebraska, Kim
Thank you for the update.
ReplyDeleteSending hugs to the family,and continue
to pray, speaking God's words of Peace,Love,
bringing the Light to the promise we have been standing on KEEP BELIEVING.
Hugs and Love from Marjo in Arkansas
Thank you for the update. Sending love and hugs to the family and praying for you all and for God to fill you with his peace and little reminders that he's in control and is holding you always during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteLove from the Cardozo family in Alberta, Canada
Thank you, Mindi. You are a great sister and a beloved friend to Angie.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update Mindi.
ReplyDeleteAngie, we're praying hard for you, Brian, and the boys. Love and peace to you all.
Angie...I just learned of your situation and that of your husband. I was reading the letter your Sister wrote, what an amazing story. I will pray for you and your boys to have the wisdom from this all. My prayers and thoughts are with you. My God Bless all of you.
ReplyDeleteWow, this post is good, my sister is analyzing these kinds of things, therefore I am
ReplyDeletegoing to convey her.
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