David J Murphy In Hospital

Loafer · 08-30-2017, 08:24 PM

I received a e-mail from Dave, I was surprised at it's content.
I have asked for an address for mailing cards.
This is what I have received so far:

Dave Murphy
6:45 PM (32 minutes ago)

Gerry I had a really bad motorcycle accident 27/07 and have been in hospital ever since.fighting to keep my foot ,3 surgeries later. The next big one will be Sept 20 skin graft hope it takes,then a plate in my ankle. They tell me 1 year in rehab. I iPad I am using got damaged in the accident so I am limited to what I can access with it. Take care hope all is well with you and your family.

**Top Cat** · 08-30-2017, 08:47 PM

Let us know when you get an address.
Cards are always nice to receive.
More personal than this social media stuff.

**BudMan** · 08-30-2017, 08:55 PM

I sure hate to hear this. I didn't know he had been in an accident.
I certainly wish him the best. As Tim said let us know his address if you get it.

**Kawalski Rider** · 08-31-2017, 05:08 PM

You always hate to hear about a brother or sister down as a result of an accident.... All the best wishes and hopes that 1 year recovery / rehab estimate is on the high side.

Cheers, David

Sent from my SM-N900V using Tapatalk

Monkeyman · 08-31-2017, 08:39 PM

As I mentioned earlier, I'm praying for his recovery.

**cnc** · 08-31-2017, 11:01 PM

Man that sucks. I hope he makes a full recovery.

**JD Hog** · 09-01-2017, 01:33 PM

Wow, sad to hear this but my prayers and thoughts are out to him for a speedy recovery.

**MVA-Voyager** · 09-01-2017, 02:33 PM

thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery

Loafer · 09-12-2017, 08:03 PM

Dave sent this today:
Back to the OR tomorrow sometime, surgery #4 Plastic surgery this time. If all goes well I could be out of here in a couple of weeks with my foot, a real bonus. I have a plate in my knee, rods in my leg, plus I may need a plate in my ankle after the skin grafts. Been in here for 3 months and struggle mentally at times. I plan never to throw my leg over a motorcycle seat again. I got a second chance at life and plan to use it wisely. May take up hang gliding and parachuting. Lol

cactusjack · 09-13-2017, 02:14 PM

It sounds like he still has a sense of humor...

Loafer · 09-15-2017, 08:12 PM

UPDATE:
9/13/17
Gerry just came out of surgery a couple of hours ago, no blood clot issues still alive. Haven't talked to the surgeon yet but if all is well, home is insight. However still have a long way to go. Take care Dave.
9/13/17
I'll know in a week if the plastic surgery worked. The nurses say I am a good patient, a little Irish charm. I must be getting better Gerry, starting to size them up.lol. Take care Dave

**cnc** · 09-15-2017, 08:29 PM

Well it sounds like David has the right mind set, hope all goes well for his foot. It does sound like he has had a really rough time, Gerry any idea on the circumstances concerning the accident?

Loafer · 09-18-2017, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cnc

Well it sounds like David has the right mind set, hope all goes well for his foot. It does sound like he has had a really rough time, Gerry any idea on the circumstances concerning the accident?

Not one word on what actually happened, I'm hoping he will talk about it when he is ready.

gmer140 · 09-19-2017, 10:59 AM

Very sad to read this, hope he recovers fully. Older I get when i hear of accidents makes me wonder if I should still be riding? Rode since I was 10 and just bought a brand new voyager.

Loafer · 09-19-2017, 03:59 PM

UPDATE From Dave...

Gerry, plastic surgery last Wednesday, they were pleased with the outcome, so yesterday I got nothing but good news. My son was in last night with his family. He told me I died on the table on my second surgery for a minute. He said I have some heart damage nothing serious, I just may get tired quickly. My kidneys shut down so I was on dialysis for a while. Part of the good news yesterday was cretin level is normal so my kidneys are fine. I have a plate in my knee, 2 rods in the lower leg plus plastic surgery to foot and ankle.

I was T-Boned by a small bus at an intersection, he hit my right leg with the front end of the bus. I still have a long road to recovery. They tell me it may take a year before I get back to full recovery. May have to use a cane but I can live with that. In fact, I may get released in a week or so. However there will be numerous follow ups with all the doctors.

Thank God I live in Canada over 2 months in the hospital 4 surgeries and everything free. I have to stop complaining about taxes.

08-30-2017, 08:24 PM	#1
Loafer Sr. Contributor Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 18,287	David J Murphy In Hospital I received a e-mail from Dave, I was surprised at it's content. I have asked for an address for mailing cards. This is what I have received so far: Dave Murphy 6:45 PM (32 minutes ago) Gerry I had a really bad motorcycle accident 27/07 and have been in hospital ever since.fighting to keep my foot ,3 surgeries later. The next big one will be Sept 20 skin graft hope it takes,then a plate in my ankle. They tell me 1 year in rehab. I iPad I am using got damaged in the accident so I am limited to what I can access with it. Take care hope all is well with you and your family. __________________ Gerry Martineau / 802 VT / VBA #0892 /[email]glmjgm@gmail.com[email] Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-30-2017, 08:47 PM	#2
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	Let us know when you get an address. Cards are always nice to receive. More personal than this social media stuff. __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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08-30-2017, 08:55 PM	#3
BudMan Join Date: May 2009 Location: Greenwood, Ark. Posts: 4,736	I sure hate to hear this. I didn't know he had been in an accident. I certainly wish him the best. As Tim said let us know his address if you get it. __________________ Dave Jesse 2012 1700 Gray/Black Voyager 2006 1600 Nomad Green/Silver Sold VBA #1108 2010- Eureka Springs - Antlers - 2011- Maggie Valley - Antlers 2012- Margaritaville Ride - Van Buren - Antlers - 2013- Estes Park - Antlers 2014- Mountain View - Antlers - 2015- Eureka Springs - Antlers 2016- Salem - Antlers - 2017- Eureka Springs - Lake George - Antlers - 2018- Custer - Antlers
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08-31-2017, 08:39 PM	#5
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08-31-2017, 11:01 PM	#6
cnc Join Date: May 2009 Location: Montreal QC Posts: 12,034	Man that sucks. I hope he makes a full recovery. __________________ Norm Ward 2008 blue / silver nomad kawanow / VBA #01136
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08-31-2017, 05:08 PM	#4
Kawalski Rider Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 305	You always hate to hear about a brother or sister down as a result of an accident.... All the best wishes and hopes that 1 year recovery / rehab estimate is on the high side. Cheers, David Sent from my SM-N900V using Tapatalk __________________ Cheers, David Baughan aka: Kawalski Rider VBA #03514 2002 Vulcan VN1500L Nomad fi Pearl Burnish Beige/Pearl Luster Beige
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09-01-2017, 01:33 PM	#7
JD Hog Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Placerville, CA Posts: 2,960	Wow, sad to hear this but my prayers and thoughts are out to him for a speedy recovery. __________________ Jim Diebolt 2015 Vulcan 1700 Voyager ABS The Black Kaw 2005 Vulcan Nomad Sold 2006 Honda 1800 VTX (Freebie) Sold 2008 Harley Ultra Classic Sold 2001 Harley Ultra Classic Sold Hangtown, Kalifornia VBA #2625
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09-01-2017, 02:33 PM	#8
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09-12-2017, 08:03 PM	#9
Loafer Sr. Contributor Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 18,287	Update on dave Dave sent this today: Back to the OR tomorrow sometime, surgery #4 Plastic surgery this time. If all goes well I could be out of here in a couple of weeks with my foot, a real bonus. I have a plate in my knee, rods in my leg, plus I may need a plate in my ankle after the skin grafts. Been in here for 3 months and struggle mentally at times. I plan never to throw my leg over a motorcycle seat again. I got a second chance at life and plan to use it wisely. May take up hang gliding and parachuting. Lol __________________ Gerry Martineau / 802 VT / VBA #0892 /[email]glmjgm@gmail.com[email]
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09-13-2017, 02:14 PM	#10
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	It sounds like he still has a sense of humor... __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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09-15-2017, 08:12 PM	#11
Loafer Sr. Contributor Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 18,287	UPDATE: 9/13/17 Gerry just came out of surgery a couple of hours ago, no blood clot issues still alive. Haven't talked to the surgeon yet but if all is well, home is insight. However still have a long way to go. Take care Dave. 9/13/17 I'll know in a week if the plastic surgery worked. The nurses say I am a good patient, a little Irish charm. I must be getting better Gerry, starting to size them up.lol. Take care Dave __________________ Gerry Martineau / 802 VT / VBA #0892 /[email]glmjgm@gmail.com[email]
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09-15-2017, 08:29 PM	#12
cnc Join Date: May 2009 Location: Montreal QC Posts: 12,034	Well it sounds like David has the right mind set, hope all goes well for his foot. It does sound like he has had a really rough time, Gerry any idea on the circumstances concerning the accident? __________________ Norm Ward 2008 blue / silver nomad kawanow / VBA #01136
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09-19-2017, 10:59 AM	#14
gmer140 Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Midland, Mi. Posts: 84	Very sad to read this, hope he recovers fully. Older I get when i hear of accidents makes me wonder if I should still be riding? Rode since I was 10 and just bought a brand new voyager. __________________ Gary Midland, Mi. Retired 2016 Silver/Black Voyager 1700 2009 Black Vulcan Classic 900 1980 Black Honda CB 750K 1977 Maroon Yamaha XS 650 1975 Red Honda 360 1973 Blue Honda 175 Scrambler 1970 Black Sears 250 Road Bike 1967 Black Honda S-90 1966 Red Honda S-90 (still in shed)
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09-19-2017, 03:59 PM	#15
Loafer Sr. Contributor Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 18,287	UPDATE From Dave... Gerry, plastic surgery last Wednesday, they were pleased with the outcome, so yesterday I got nothing but good news. My son was in last night with his family. He told me I died on the table on my second surgery for a minute. He said I have some heart damage nothing serious, I just may get tired quickly. My kidneys shut down so I was on dialysis for a while. Part of the good news yesterday was cretin level is normal so my kidneys are fine. I have a plate in my knee, 2 rods in the lower leg plus plastic surgery to foot and ankle. I was T-Boned by a small bus at an intersection, he hit my right leg with the front end of the bus. I still have a long road to recovery. They tell me it may take a year before I get back to full recovery. May have to use a cane but I can live with that. In fact, I may get released in a week or so. However there will be numerous follow ups with all the doctors. Thank God I live in Canada over 2 months in the hospital 4 surgeries and everything free. I have to stop complaining about taxes. __________________ Gerry Martineau / 802 VT / VBA #0892 /[email]glmjgm@gmail.com[email]
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