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Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 02:43 AM by Max Meyer MD Vancouver BC |
| I was so shocked to get a voice message from Jamie McLellan and my sister. They had heard of it on Calgary news. ...Martin was one of my dearest classmates. Martin and I shared our amazing medical education together in Calgary 92-95. We wanted to do an emerg elective at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. I recall it well.. where we would hear, "med student! get to curtain 2 and sew up that gunshot"... We were so keen! Susan joined us down there and it was then official: Martin and Susan were an item! I recall doing our CaRMS residency rankings over a bottle of wine and watching the series E.R. He ranking Cardiac Surgery in Edmonton#1, and myself Family Med in Victoria. We visited each other in our residency days.We had some great trips including Honduras dive trip, Albuquerque to visit Mercy. He will be remembered as a great husband (thoughts and prayers are with you, Susan), amazing laugh-making Dad, dedicated physician, and very much a dearly missed friend. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 02:37 AM by John Bozinovski, Victoria, British Columbia |
| I look at photos of Martin from when we trained together in Edmonton and find it hard to accept that I will never again see him. I have no words to put his loss, and those of the others on the flight, into perspective. Good-bye my friend. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 02:17 AM by Ember Alexander |
| You don't know me, but I am part of the heart community as a whole with my son having had a OHS at three months. I usually don't do random things like this, but wanted to let you know that I am praying.
God bless, Ember |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 02:08 AM by K. Venkatesh Prasad |
| I only knew Dr. Spoor as Martin, the text-book perfect Dad in the neighborhood. Looking out of my living room I would often see the Spoor family take walks & some times we would meet on those walks.
There were always smiles --- fives sets of smiles. Framed by my living room window, Martin was in every sense a picture-perfect dad & husband in a delightful family. This loss in unimaginable. We will always count four and then add one more. One more for a great soul we will all miss so very much. -Prasad & family |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 02:05 AM by zafar a shah md |
| i am so saddened to learn about the tragedy,such a loss of uncommon talent,may their souls rest in peace.please convey my condolences to their families
zshahmd from faisalabad,pakistan. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 01:58 AM by Katherine Lacunza-Pompili |
| The world of cardiothoracic surgery is a small one. As a former CT nurse and the wife of a CT surgeon out of the Stanford program, both my husband and I grieve deeply for the families of those men who lost their lives doing the difficult work so that another fragile soul might live. I remember praying that every donor run my husband went on would end safely. Sadly, my prayers today are for the wives and children, that they might be strengthened for the difficult days ahead. God Bless. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:45 AM |
| HAIL to the Victors Valiant
HAIL to the Conquering Heroes...... Condolences to all who knew and loved these heroes. May you find strength and healing in knowing they died doing what they were meant to do...touch others lives. On behalf of the Toledo Childrens Hospital Neonatal Transport Team, our thoughts and prayers to the rest of the Survival Flight and Transplant families. Godspeed to all. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:35 AM by Sandy olson |
| As hard as the loss is, they died doing what they loved and worked hard to do. |
Posted Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 12:08 AM by Judith Vargas |
| As a kidney/pancreas transplant recipient since 1996, I was saddened to hear of the transplant team's tragic accident. They were all heroes and have blessed thousands of individuals with their dedication. Each transplant recipient can be multiplied by hundreds...that is the rippling effect of transplantation. So the numbers of people that were blessed by this team is incalculable. The blessings are perpetuated with each minute as as this team's goodness, love, and selflessness will endure. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:51 PM by Rita Knoll |
| The news of your terrible losses was posted via my Colorado Donor Alliance team. I am a kidney recipient of 20 years and live in Colorado; I am awaiting my second kidney transplant. I was very deeply saddened to hear of the tragic news. Your loved ones were wonderful and exceptional people that lost their lives by helping give others the gift of life. I am forever grateful to your families for what they have given people like me in the recipient community. My hearfelt thoughts of love and prayers are with you all. God Bless you. Rita Knoll |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:51 PM by Shaun Patel |
| These men were heroic members of the U-M community and will always be remembered. My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with the friends and families of those involved in this tragic event. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:49 PM |
| I wish to send my deepest condolences to the friends and families of those lost in the crash. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dr. David Ashburn was the upper-level resident on my first clinical rotation as a medical student at Wake Forest. Dave was intense and thorough, and I respected him both as a surgeon and as a person. He loved surgery, and he loved his family. While I am saddened knowing that the medical community has lost such a great guy, I am grateful that I had the opportunity to learn from him. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:45 PM |
| Martin Spoor was a medical school classmate of myself and my husband at the University of Calgary. We will always remember him as an incredibly kind, gentle, quietly humorous and compassionate person. He was universally liked for his warm and giving nature. Our hearts go out to his family and especially his wife and their three beautiful children. We hope they find a way through this terrible tragedy. Our thoughts are with you. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:28 PM by John P. Duffy |
| On behalf of the UCLA Transplant Community, I would like to offer my deepest sympathies to the victims' families and to the entire UM Community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
John P. Duffy
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Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:11 PM by Christine |
| We work every day with such passion to find a way to keep our patients alive hoping a compatable organ that,just might save a life,becomes available. Losing a part of that team (family) is nothing short of devastating. My prayers are with them, you and their families.
Sincerely,
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Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:11 PM by cristy smith |
| We would like to express our sympathy and sorrow at the tragic loss suffered by the U of M transplant team. No words can express the meaning of the sacrifice given by those who were on a mission to save another soul. Please know that the hearts and prayers of our entire transplant service are with you.
M. Cristy Smith, MD, Univ of Arizona , CT transplant team |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:06 PM by Judy Ahrens |
| I am so sorry for the loss of your family and friends. They gave their all to help save people and now it was their turn to go meet the LORD. May they rest in peace and the families have Peace knowing they did what they loved doing and that was to help everyone. May their souls and all the departed rest in peace and give their families peace.
Judy mom of Chad (4-11-80 5-21-03 gone but always in my heart and mind every day and night. 24-7) |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:05 PM by Laura Evans |
| I travel each year to your Survival Flight conference in Ann Arbor. You are all such a tight knit family, that makes everyone else feel the energy and commitment that you share. My deepest sympathy for your losses. Tears are welling, I will keep you all in my prayers. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:02 PM by Judy Spray |
| In 1991 I received a single lung transplant at the (then) University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinic (now Fairview University Medical Center) in Minneapolis. The individuals involved throughout my experience, from initial work up to surgery to post-transplant care and to ongoing maintenance are some of the most caring, dedicated, unselfish people I have ever had the privilege to know. I hope the UM transplant community knows that we all take this accident very personally and all transplant communities throughout the country and probably the world are saddened beyond belief at the tragedy. You are all in our hearts and prayers. Thank you for what you do - thank you for saving lives. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 10:21 PM by Allen Houser |
| I wanted to take time to offer my condolence to the family of Dr. David Ashburn. To his wife and children: know that your husband and father was a childhood friend from nearly 30 years ago in Blountville, TN. For the fact that we have not seen or spoken to each other in that amount of time does not lessen the impact that his life and family have had on my life and family. What a testimony to see that David's life was that of a loving husband, father and that of a servant. What a blessing to know that we will get the opportunity to see each other again someday. Again, Candice, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the children. To Allen and Marie, proud parents you can be even during these difficult times. Well done thou good and faithful servant ... |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 10:19 PM by ANITA JOHNSEN |
| SENDING SINCEREST SYMPATHIES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILIES AND FRIENDS WHO LOST LOVED ONES ON THE JUNE FOURTH CRASH
MAY LOVE SURROUND YOU
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Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 10:14 PM by The Pollack family |
| "There is no greater love than this, that a man lay down his life for his friend."
Very best to the families of these terrific people. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 10:09 PM |
| While I have not worked with any members of the transplant service, I have always admired their selfless dedication to helping others via organ procurement and transplantation. I am a third-year medical student on my surgery clerkship and happened to be working on a floor of University Hospital where members of this transplant team routinely worked when I first heard about the crash. Everyone on the floor was stunned and deeply saddened by the news. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families, friends, and co-workers of those lost in the crash. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:59 PM by Kelley Kulikowski |
| I was a staff nurse on 5c from 1987-1993. I have had the pleasure of working alongside Richard Chenault at several charity/donor awareness events over the years. I have also seen him at many conferences. He was always wonderful to talk to. It is such a shock that he is gone.
My heart goes out to the entire U of M transplant staff, and my heartfelt sympathy goes to the families of those aboard the jet.
Kelley Kulikowski BSN, RN, BC, CNN, William Beaumont Transplant |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:57 PM by Anna |
| In the furious, violent winds of the stormy sky
In the cold, lonely stillness of the late night Against the wrenching, relentless saga of illness and suffering The heroes valiantly, unweariedly take up the fight When grand, steadfast mountains suddenly tremble
We see these six angels who graced us on earth In all the doctors, nurses and staff who make the ailing free. In all the patients who come seeking healing and strength. In the hearts of every member of the UM community. Here they are, here they will forever be. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:56 PM by Andrea Batson |
| I had the pleasure of knowing David Ashburn during his time at ETSU. Even at that early stage of his training, he was a light -- full of good humor, kindness, humility, and a laser like sense of purpose for his life. Grace and peace to his family and friends, and to all who lost loved ones in the accident. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:55 PM by Fardad Esmailian, M.D. |
| I would like to share my deepest sympathy with the families of the crew who lost their lives trying to save another human life. As a cardiac transplant surgeon who goes on procurements run 1-2 times a month, I cannot imagine a worse scenario than what happened 2 days ago. This could have been any of us who are involved with any transplant program. My heart goes out to all the survivors of this tragedy.
Fardad Esmailian |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:50 PM by Siming Li & Jiandie Lin |
| As a patient who recently had a transplant, I don't know what would be the words to express my deepest sorrow to the tremendous loss, to the families and to the transplant team. My heart and prayers will go with you.
Although I don't remember the names or not even met most of the doctors, nurses who have deeply involved in the care of me while I was in OR, TICU, CICU and floor, I know, without your devotion, spirit and love, I wouldn't be here today. Thank you. Your love and devotion will be in my heart. Siming & Jiandie |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:44 PM by Patrick Sennett |
| God Bless their souls, and the work that the air medical community does. May you and they find peace.
Patrick Sennett, EMT-P, CE/QA/QI Coordinator Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Emergency Medical Services System, Downers Grove, IL, (former flight paramedic, Air Angels and Aerocare) |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:30 PM by T.Wilkerson |
| The news of this week has brought a vivid reality for many people that life is too short. The people who have lost their lives, I am sure, were proud of who they were and proud of their positions and accomplishments in life.
To the family of the donor patient, may you be comforted with the thoughts and prayers that many share with you during this time. To the recipient patient, as well as to the recipient patient's family, rest assured that you have the strength for the duration of this and may you take comfort in knowing that you are on the minds as well as in the prayers of many people throughout all that has happened this week. To the survivors of those who were lost, as time marches on so will you. You will have many hurdles to cross through the coming days, none of which will be easy, and in the same breath you will not be alone. You are all on the hearts and minds of several people will lift you up in prayer. So many lives have been touched in so many ways by these events this first week of June, that I feel compelled to convey to you to take a few moments to reflect on this event as well as everyone involved, and may you each grow stronger in your faith and knowledge of knowing that you are securely held in the arms of God. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:28 PM by Shannon Salyer-Squires |
| Much time has passed since my days as a clerk in both Mott and University Hospitals, where I had the opportunity to meet many other physicians. However, despite both those facts, I have very distinct and fond memories of Dr. David Ashburn from his time in PCTU. He was a Southern gentleman and gifted doctor; the kind of doctor I'd want to care for my child. The Health System is a very large community, but Dr. Ashburn stood out among that crowd. My heart breaks for his family and the families of all who were lost. May God bless all of you. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:28 PM |
| my sympathy to all... as a current physician who did her residency and fellowship at u of m, i understand all of the sacrifices that one makes for this life choice.... these guys made the ultimate sacrifice.... i am sad for the children and families--- knowing they have already missed many hours with daddy before- but they will be proud to know he did so much good. our department (radiology) earlier lost a young physician, saroja adusumilli, and the hurt, even from afar, is raw. my thoughts are with all of you. i am also thinking of the transplant recipient and godspeed their care. this will hopefully show the need for increased organ donors- with love |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:17 PM by Ann Littlefield |
| I would like to send my sincere sympathy and prayers to the families, and all concerned, upon the tragic loss of our crew, who was on a Life Mission to save a life.
Years ago, my sister's first husband was airlifted from Coldwater to U of M by Survival Flight; and it was through the Survival Flight and their crew, that he was given over 9 years more on this earth, till he passed away in 1995 at University of Michigan. I am grateful for this. God bless all of you! AKL |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:13 PM by Sharon Page |
| These brave people are true heroes!!! They give from their heart to make life better for others. As a family member -- one who has received the precious "gift of life" -- I have witnessed their commitment. Words cannot express or take away the loss, but I hope that your pain may be eased some knowing they are remembered by many. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:07 PM by Rosalie C. Hammon |
| Over a dozen years ago, when I worked for Los Alamos National Laboratory at Tech Area 21, out at the end of DP Road in Los Alamos, NM, I had the pleasure of meeting a young high-spirited graduate research assistant that loved to play practical jokes on folks, especially unsuspecting administrative personnel such as myself.
One day, on his way in to work, he found a dead snake on the road that someone had obviously run over. He thought it'd make a great gift and left it under my office chair for me to find--I just thank God that my officemate got to work before I did that morn! On another occasion, I was flipping through paperwork on my desk and found another little present from this same GRA. Being the practical joker that he was, he'd killed a bug with some chemical that made it appear very much alive (or so it did to me) and left it on my desk for me to find! That young high-spirited GRA was none other than Dr. David Ashburn. He was so full of life! He made every day an adventure! I cannot believe his life here on Earth, a life that burned so strong and bright, has been extinguished! My only consolation is that he's now keeping God in stitches!!! You'll be sorely missed, Dr. David Ashburn, but never forgotten by those whose lives you touched, if only briefly, both recently, and in years long gone. Just another of life's mysteries that is just too hard to comprehend. Until we meet again! Love, Rosalie Hammon |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 09:04 PM by Phyllis |
| To the families, co-workers and friends of the victims of this medical flight: Our sincere sympathies to all who have been touched by this tragedy. May God envelop you all with His love and strength as you continue your lives and your work. We had a similiar loss here in Lex. and share your intense pain. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:49 PM by T.K. Subramanian |
| As a retired Nuclear Professional and a parent of a Cardiothoracic fellow in Cleveland Clinic, I am shocked by the accident and offer my heartfelt condolences for those who lost their lives in the pursuit of their life missions. U of M should consider a memorial - just as war memorials serve to remind us of veterans who lost their lives -for those who lost their lives in medical missions such as this accident.
TK |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:33 PM by Kerry Sollars |
| TO All Who Are in Need of Comfort: I didn't know any of the outstanding people on the transplant team who were involved in this tragic accident. I do, however, know they were outstanding and loving people who were instrumental in saving the lives of others through transplantation.I know because I am a liver transplant recipient from Denver. May it ease your grief to know that they were loved and respected by all who knew them. We share your sorrow. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:32 PM by Jesse Cummings |
| My thoughts and prayers are with the entire UM community and the families who suffered such a tremendous loss of these six brave individuals who were on a mission to save a life. I wish to extend my thoughts and prayers to the critically ill individual who is awaiting transplantation. I hope a smooth transplant and a speedy recovery will happen very soon.
I've been a patient ever since I was a baby for the last 26 years at the University of Michigan. I know how difficult it can be to be in pain and suffering.I've been a frequent visitor to the operating rooms more times than I can count for ongoing medical conditions. But, you know what, it took me a lot of time, patience, and courage to overcome my struggles. Likewise, I'm very optimistic that this horrible event will bring the UM community closer together and the dark days of this tragic event will heal in due time. God Bless the victims and their families. God Bless the University of Michigan. Sincerely
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Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:31 PM by Mihaela Teodorescu |
| My sincere and deepest sympathy to the families of those lost in this terrible disaster, the Transplant program and to the UM community. During my UM training, I interacted with the Survival flight and the Transplant program. I appreciated their dedication and strong commitment to save life. Most recently, in an MS class, I worked with Martin Spoor, a great and supportive colleague and a loving husband and father. This team died for a noble cause. Their loss is unimaginable. I pray God gives strength to their families to pull through this terrible tragedy. Mihaela Teodorescu (UM 2000-2006) |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:31 PM by Joe Canze |
| As a past recipient, and as a person currently waiting, I am overcome with emotion regarding this tragedy. I pray for the families of those involved in the crash, as well as the potential recipient and their family. These men are heroes to their families and friends, but also to us, those whom have been touched by the gift of life.
Continue on with the excellent care, and compassion that has defined the U of M for years. With love,
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Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:19 PM by Laurie Arthur |
| I would like to offer my thoughts and prayers to the families involved in this horrible incident. Having recently lost my son...I feel their pain and grief. May the good Lord send you peace. Laurie Arthur |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:16 PM by Trina Smith, RN Transplant Coordinator |
| On behalf of the Cardiothoracic Transplant Team at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, we would like to extend our sincere condolences to our colleagues at the University of Michigan and to the families and friends of each member of this team. It is truly a tragedy that we all can relate to as we serve in similar capacities in Alabama. Please know that our prayers are with you, the donor family and the patients waiting for those and other precious organs. Thanks to heroes like these for their mission to help others and save lives through organ transplantation. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:15 PM by Darcie Smith RRT |
| My Thoughts and prayers go out to all the families of these 6 brave people. To everyone who knew them they will be sadly missed but never ever forgotten! They all have a special place in our hearts. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 08:02 PM by Nursing Student, Milwaukee WI |
| The people of Milwaukee are mourning the loss of these selfless men. Peace be with all the families. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 07:58 PM by Colleague |
| I cannot begin to imagine the searing pain in the hearts of the families, friends and colleagues of such wonderful human beings. They truly embodied every aspect of what medicine is about...caring for others....SELFLESSLY. I feel honored to say I worked among them. I hope their wives and children are able to find comfort in the fond memories they have of their husbands and fathers, and in knowing how sorely they will be missed having touched so many lives. My heart breaks for them all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 07:57 PM by Alejandro Bolio |
| The children's heart transplant team of the Hospital Infantil de Mexico Federico Gomez, Mexico City, express our condolences to the University of Michigan members in this tragic moment, and we get encouraged in trying to do our work better each time remembering these kinds of colleagues. We are sure they will help us from heaven. |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 07:27 PM by Ellen Hufnagel |
| My heart goes out to all of the families and friends since hearing of this loss. I am a surgical staff member at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, Michigan, and have worked side by side with these wonderful and skilled people retrieving organs in order to save another life. The work that they have done will not be forgotten. Prayers to all... |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 07:25 PM by Aaron & Ginnie Abarbanell |
| Words cannot express the sadness we felt when we heard the news early Tuesday morning. Having worked with both Martin & David, we can only imagine the loss their wives and children feel.
We take comfort knowing that Martin and David are rejoicing in heaven and pray for their families. Aaron & Ginnie (UMMS 2006/Peds Cardiology Fellowship 2006) |
Posted Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 07:24 PM by Missi Stevens |
| My thoughts & prayers are with the families, friends and colleagues of those lost in the crash. These heroic individuals lost their lives doing what they do best - helping others. We will never forget their sacrifice.
Missi Stevens, RN - Abdominal Transplant, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center |
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