Learn more about Kevin and how to help...
Feb 12, 2007 by
Jon Jarc
Many people have asked recently, "Tell me more about Kevin, where can I learn more?" and "What can I do to help?"
First, to read more about Kevin, you can view his bio here.
There are a few things you can do to help. First, and foremost, pray. All the prayers, intentions, rosaries, and special thoughts have really helped. The power of prayer is an amazing thing for sure. Second, keep writing...tell your friends and family to visit the site and write a note of support to Kevin and the family, and have them sign our mailing list. Those words are a true blessing in a time of need, and have really made a great impact on all the Healey's. Finally, financially. If you are interested in helping the family by making a monetary donation, here is how you can do that. Checks can be made out to Tom and Ann Healey (either or both would work) and mailed to:
Wachovia Securities
25 Main Street
Westlake, OH 44145
Attn: John Lee
Again, thank you all so much for the words, thoughts and prayers. It is truly an amazing thing to see the amount of support that has been generated and how far reaching all the wonderful support has been. All across this country, even Scotland and Italy, prayers and intentions have been rolling in. Please keep them coming...every prayer makes a difference.
Every Scoop will make a difference.
Friends of the Healey’s are cordially invited to join us for a St. Patrick’s Day Eve “Happy Hour”. March 16, 2007 at Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream 26161 Detroit Road in Westlake from 5-8pm.
Caricatures. Face Painting, Coloring. Jewelry. Fun. All proceeds raised will be donated to the Healey Family!
For more information on the ice cream social, you can
download a flyer here and print copies for distribution...or you can contact Mo Loesch at 440-899-9127 or by email
bmcjloesch@wowway.com
Comments
Feb 14, 2007, 10:21:24 Mrs. Joyce wrote:
Just another "snow day" eh?
Hope you have some energy today.
Poor Dan (and Sean) were abducted early this morning by The Mister and taken to Joyce Buick Pontiac to clear the snow off all THOSE CARS! Yes, you can imagine the "joy" on Dan's face. I am sure he will "share" his angst with you (as he always does at a later time today). I told him to "offer it up" as he will be away ... soon enough.
Hang in there ...........
Feb 20, 2007, 08:31:31 Nick Jurkiw wrote:
Dear Kevin and the entire Healey Family:
Words fail to fully express the trials and tribulations which you are now undergoing, but I hope that you all can take some comfort in knowing that you are in my prayers as we walk through this...I'm here if you need me.
Feb 23, 2007, 14:37:26 Mrs. Snyder wrote:
Dear Kevin,
Hello. You have never met me or my family, but I was forwarded your story by a friend of mine. I have a daughter at Mags and a son who is your sister's age at Lakewood Catholic Academy. What a remarkable young man you are. I have always considered myself to be a person of strong faith in God and have always tried to instill those feelings of faith to my children. It would be my greatest pleasure to have my son share in your belief in God and tremendous willingness to help others. I'm sure your parents are so very proud of you. Sometimes I think you cannot teach others faith, but it is something you are born with or a true gift from God. You are lucky that you have that special gift. We never know what life will bring us from one day to the next, but please know that you are a truly special person and that our thoughts and prayers are with you through this journey. Your faith will bring you through this obstacle. Always remember that God is at your side. God Bless you and your family.
Feb 24, 2007, 13:22:58 Karen and The Sheen Family wrote:
Kevin, we have heard your story through friends of the family and you will be in all of our prayers. God's loving arms will always be around you and your family.
Feb 25, 2007, 12:03:46 Chris Pritchard wrote:
Dear Kevin,
We are all praying for you at St. Angela. We hope you are feeling better soon.
Mar 22, 2007, 09:05:09 Ray Bordine wrote:
Hey Kevin,
I'm an Ignatius grad of '63 and taught high school kids for 32 years. I have some idea of what you are going through since I've also had cancer and chemo. You have so much going for you in this challenge: your closeness with the person of Jesus, prayers from so many, your family, your friends, and your youth! You will overcome the difficulty of chemo and come out of this a better (literally and figuratively) person. You are in my daily prayers and God will pull you very close to Himself through the power of all these prayers. (Plus, you're Irish, so you are all set!)
Mar 22, 2007, 19:43:15 Eileen Gunn wrote:
Dear Kevin and Healey Family,
It was s pleasure to meet you today. You are an inspiring family. Stay strong for each other.
Jun 05, 2007, 07:50:59 John & Tammy Bertrand & Family wrote:
Dear Healey Family,
It has been a long time since Kevin and Tyler played together as little boys in Preschool PTA playgroup and a good 8 years since we moved out of Fairview Park. But since we heard about Kevin's illness you have remained close in our thoughts and prayers. It breaks my heart to see what all of you are going through and I wish there was something to say that would make it better. We are pulling for you! Congratulations on your graduation, Kevin! Quite an accomplishment!
Jul 11, 2007, 00:51:12 Cathy white wrote:
To Kevin,
I continue to pray for you and your family each and every day. Congratulations on your graduation, an honor to be proud of!!! The love of family and friends is the "hug" that means so much. Continue to keep the faith and stay strong.
Cathy White
Matthew Spencer's Aunt
Jan 21, 2008, 09:44:47 Paulina Rudmann wrote:
Just a quick question: Are you familiar with the magazine "The Magnificat"? For me, it is a prayer book filled with joy, beauty and encouragement. If you don't recieve it I would love to give you a copy for the month of February.
Let me know and I'll send it out to you.
Kevin, you are ALWAYS on my mind--the kids lit candles for you yesterday and prayed their little hearts out for you. Jesus loves the prayers of little children!
Wishing you peace,
Paulina Rudmann--Andrew's ('07) mom
Feb 27, 2008, 07:21:07 Karen Delia wrote:
Dear Kevin,
I was asked to pray, and I will. I have sent your link to my 4 children to ask for their help too.
Have a great Spring Break. Enjoy the warmth and time away from school.
Sincerely,
Karen Delia
Jun 05, 2008, 01:36:02 Loretta Apodaca wrote:
Dear Kevin and family,
We will hope and pray for you- for the strength to endure and for the much needed miracle.
Sincerely,
Loretta Apodaca
Jun 05, 2008, 18:24:15 INDEPENDENCE TRAVEL wrote:
DEAR KEVIN,
PLEASE HAVE YOU FAMILY CONTACT ME
ASAP. THERE IS A VERY GENEROUS FAMILY
WANTING TO SEND YOU TO LOURDES...
GOD BLESS YOU
CORINNE
Jun 08, 2008, 08:14:45 Kale Frank wrote:
kevin,
every otter is with you on this one. stay strong and know anyone of us is here for you whenever
Jun 08, 2008, 08:58:23 Jane Popik wrote:
We are a homeschool family in Strongsville and a friend of the Mathesons. I know sometimes it is Jesus' will for us to suffer, but He also gave us miraculous places and sacramentals. ( Which I am sure you know.) I have some holy oil from the St. Joseph's shrine in Canada. Would you like some? Blessed Andre Bessett started the shrine. Blessed Andre said St. Joseph will help. our family will pray for you in our St. Joseph prayer each day. It is piously believed that any one who recites the prayer each day before 11am for nine days will receive what they have requested.
Also, the Holy Love shrine in Elyria MAY have many blessings and special benefits. Would you like to give it a try? When we step out in faith, God may not grant a healing and a cure, but maybe He will. He may give us more strength or peace. It doesn't hurt to try. e-mail me if I can do anything.I have more details of experiences at Holy Love and I believe.
Jul 22, 2008, 06:27:04 Mrs. Joyce wrote:
Did you make Dan jealous when you described the architecture in Paris?
I bet you did. :) It sounded as though you had an excellent trip. Travel is exhuasting so you are likely to need some catch up rest and time with the "home boys/girls". Come by and give me updates of your travels .. when you are up to the "encounter"!
(I will make cookies). Talk to you soon.
Jan 26, 2009, 09:52:44 ellen marniella wrote:
Kevin,
I never met you but i am praying for you and your family. my niece who went to st. angela's is also fighting brain cancer so i know what you and your family are going through. i myself had cancer and am in remission. i know its scary but you get thru it with trust in god.
Jan 26, 2009, 12:03:07 Barbara Gallucci wrote:
Dear Kevin, Just a short note to let you know I am praying for you. I work downtown and often go to church at lunchtime and offer my mass intentions for you and your family. I also go to St. Bernadette Church where Fr. Weber has kept the congregation updated on your progress. We recently lost my mother after a 1 1/2 yr. battle with a very rare form of cancer. Beleive me, I have an understanding of the toll it takes on everyone. My hat is off to you for your strong will and determination. God bless you, Kevin!
Jan 26, 2009, 19:38:48 Rita Salloum wrote:
Dear Kevin,
I have never met you,but I have heard your story through friends of the family.You and your family are in my daily prayer and thought.What a remarkable young man you are.
I'm sure your parents are very proud of you.
I'm Lebanese, and I do believe in Saint Charbel.(a Lebanese Saint).You can go on this web site http://www.stcharbel.com to read about his miracles.
Our family will pray for you to Saint Charbel
God bless you Kevin and Saint Charbel be with you during this difficult time.
Jan 27, 2009, 17:56:36 Sherri Koncilja wrote:
Dear Kevin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you gain strength from the power of prayer. You are an inspiration to so many keep up the fight.
Jan 30, 2009, 20:38:06 JoAnn Hatgas wrote:
Dear Kevin and family,
Just wanted to let you all know that you are in my daily prayers and Mass intentions. You are not alone, we are all with you asking our heavenly Father to heal you and protect you. May His Spirit of Love surround you and may Jesus be ever present to sustain you giving you courage and peace.
Feb 08, 2009, 19:11:15 Donna Leigh wrote:
I still remember a brief meeting with the Healey family at an Ignatius event 5 years ago; we shared a picnic lunch at a band function when my son was an incoming Freshman! My son Alex ('08) has been keeping me updated on where your life has been taking you and what you have been dealing with. I have added you and your family to my prayer intentions, and will ask my class at school for special prayers for all of you. May God bless you and give you the strength you all need.
Feb 11, 2009, 10:30:08 Maureen Donoughe wrote:
Dear Kevin and Ann,
You and the rest of the family here in Cleveland are constantly in our prayers and thoughts. When Kevin gets off his 9-5 job, I'm sure he'll try to see you. He's loving no research papers right now. He and Dan can fill you in on Boston. Your amazing faith and fortitude has pulled you through this...you're an inspiration to all of us. God bless you.
Feb 14, 2009, 18:36:04 kevin heale y wrote:
My name is kevin healey also, and my fathers name is Tom. Wish you well from rochester ny.
Mar 03, 2009, 15:21:42 Katlyn wrote:
Hey Kevin,
My name is Katlyn, and I am in your theology class, from bernard to bernadette: the dogma of the immaculate conception. I just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you and to share a quote from Ineffabilis Deus we talked about in class: "Under Mary's guidance, under her patronage, under her kindess and protection, nothing is to be feared; NOTHING is hopeless."
Mar 04, 2009, 16:10:03 Tamara Nathe wrote:
Kevin and family,
Prayers for all of you as you go through so much at this time.
We are praying for you in Montana.
Big Sky Country...
Mar 04, 2009, 22:35:12 Jim Murphy wrote:
Healey Family,
That last message sounds more like it... You keep fighting, we'll keep praying.
Mar 09, 2009, 19:55:17 Michele Bernot (Lake Catholic) wrote:
In your same fighting spirit, we keep you in our constant all-school prayers here at Lake Catholic High School -know that you lead this battle with thousands of prayer warriors right behind you. Through the intercession of Pope JPII ...
Mar 09, 2009, 20:02:09 Jake Young wrote:
Dear Kevin,
My prayers are with you during these especially difficult times. We just read the Gospel of John in my Jesus class, and I see parallels of your fighting with sections from John.
Stay strong.
Jake Young '09
Mar 13, 2009, 20:45:13 Gail Massey wrote:
I prayed for peace for you again this morning, as I do everyday. May the Lord hold you all close during this time.
Mar 18, 2009, 15:01:59 Brianne Ubinger wrote:
My dad and me didn't realized that the Mitchell's Ice Cream thing was for 2007, and we went yesterday! Oh man, did we feel dumb, hahaha.
Well stay strong! And I know I'll be seeing you soon enough!
Much love.
Mar 19, 2009, 08:29:39 Steve wrote:
Dont feel so Dumb, some of my friends and I thought the same thing. The manager was just completely perplexed.
Mar 20, 2009, 19:25:23 Cathy White wrote:
You are thought of and prayed for daily by myself and many others. You are surrounded by much love and support.Glad to hear you are gaining some strength and an appetite. Stay strong....you will continued to be prayed for always.
Cathy White
(Matt Spencer's Aunt)
Apr 12, 2009, 14:28:53 Rosemary Lenc wrote:
Hi, Kevin,
Cindy Trafis, one of the group of us who play bells at St. Columbkille, told us about your illness and your strength. My name is Rosemary Lenc and I taught school at St. Columbkille before I retired. I am praying over this Easter holidays for you and will continue to do so every day.
God bless you and your family. My prayers and thoughts will be with you all.
Apr 13, 2009, 10:51:04 Therese Barrett wrote:
Happy Birthday Kevin! God is with you! May you and your family feel His presence and peace!
Therese Barrett
Apr 14, 2009, 13:38:23 Matt Rickett wrote:
May all of you find a great sense of joy, comfort, and peace as all of you continue this journey that strengthens each of you as a family. Know that many are sending thier prayers to help you know that you are not making these travels that really are a celebration of Kevin's life which all of you have chosen to share to make all of us stronger and more compassionate.
Apr 14, 2009, 13:57:25 Susan wrote:
Ann, Just wanted to let you know that I am here for you as you may need me in your classroom. Wish I could do more to help, but I hope I can at least help you in this way. You and your family are so often on my mind. Take care Ann---Susan Pentz
Apr 15, 2009, 10:20:33 Kathryn wrote:
Dear Kevin and family, I don't know you all, but I'm a notre dame alum and just wanted you to know that I am praying for you everyday. May God's grace and peace be with you, don't ever forget that we have a wonderful God who keeps His promises, even if sometimes its hard to see. With love and blessings, Kathryn
Apr 17, 2009, 13:05:31 Clare Navratil wrote:
Dear Kevin:
I am Hugh McManamon's sister and Maddy Griffith (Flag Corp) mom. I have been following your bravery for sometime now. Hugh was telling us on Easter about your trek back to Notre Dame. I haven't been the same since. Peace and many blessings to you.
Apr 22, 2009, 13:10:00 Mike Bodmann wrote:
Praying for everyone. May the peace of the Holy Spirit be with you all during this tough time and God's open arms embrace Kevin.
Apr 22, 2009, 19:31:49 Berry Family wrote:
We are praying for you all.
Apr 23, 2009, 18:04:30 Linda and Dave Wolf wrote:
The entire Wolf family--Dean '01, Mark '04, Sean '06, Kevin '11 pray for you Kevin and your wonderful family. May God and the Mother of God give all of you the strength you need to get through these most difficult days.
Apr 23, 2009, 22:42:51 Andrew Gordon wrote:
God bless you, Kevin. Still have you in my thoughts. As a big fan of film, I can't help but be reminded of the rain scene in the Last Samurai. Nathan is continually beaten down harshly by Ugio but continues to reach for his sparring sword to continue the fight until knocked unconscious. No matter how this ends, you have continued to refuse defeat. We all will help you refuse until you are forced to, whenever that is. Mr. and Mrs. Healey, you are especially in my heart. No one can know or hope to understand what you are going through right now, but please know that every prayer or moment I've ever given for Kevin was for you as well.
Apr 24, 2009, 06:19:09 The Fiffick Family wrote:
Dear Healey Family,
Kevin was an inspiration to many and he will not soon be forgotten. Your strength and courage have been a true inspiration.
Peace,
The Fiffick Family,
David '05
Apr 24, 2009, 07:24:31 Claire Babicke wrote:
We are so very sorry for your loss but God's gain. We were blessed to know Kevin, first through our son having Mr. Healey in 2000 (freshman theology) then through our daughter, Elizabeth in Flag Corp.
We have been praying and will continue to pray but now to Saint Kevin.
God Bless You in this difficult time.
The Babicke Family
Michael '04 and Elizabeth, Beaumont '07
Apr 24, 2009, 07:39:20 Jeannie parrish wrote:
Dear Tom, Ann, and Mary Kate, Peace be with Kevin and all of you!
The Parrish family (David, Jeannie, Jordan(09')and Jaxon
Apr 24, 2009, 08:07:52 The O-donnell-s wrote:
Dear Ann, Tom, and Mary Kate,
With deepest sympathy and love, peace be with all of you! We continue to pray for you!
The O'Donnells
Apr 24, 2009, 08:37:28 Kevin O-Brien wrote:
I am so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. Your family's strength, faithfulness and trust in God's care throughout his long ordeal stand as an inspiration to all. May God grant you His consolation, amid the certainty that you will see Kevin again, alive and well in the glory of God.
Apr 24, 2009, 08:47:42 Carol J Klima wrote:
Dear Healey Family - please know you are in my special prayers. I've followed Kevin's couragerous journey and the strength that all of you had throughout was very inspiring to me. Thank you for sharing this. May God Bless You All!!!!
Apr 24, 2009, 09:40:16 The Savoie Family wrote:
Dear Ann, Tom and Mary Kate:
Our odlest daughter, Tori, was a classmate of Kevin's all through St. Angela's. I can remember Kevin from many years of being at the school and from Tori speaking so highly of Kevin.
We are so saddened to hear that Kevin's brave struggle with cancer is over.
May he rest in eternal peace and watch over the wonderful family he was so blessed to have by his side.
All the prayers and love to your entire family.
We all feel a great loss in our hearts today.
~~The Savoie Family
Apr 24, 2009, 09:58:57 Emily Christyson wrote:
I only met Kevin a few times, but the few times I had met him he left such an impact on me. He was quite possibly the nicest person I have ever met, and his story is extremely inspirational to anyone who knows it. I am very sorry for the loss that you had to go through. Please know that your family is in my constant prayers.
-Emily Christyson
Apr 24, 2009, 12:17:45 Hannah Freeman wrote:
Dear Healey Family -
I was in grade school wih Kevin and played in the band with him as well. He was an amazing soul and I Love him dearly. You will be in my prayers as well will he. He is always with us and will be watching us as the angel he is.
With Love,
Hannah Freeman - St. Angela Merici Class of 2003
Apr 24, 2009, 13:32:53 Jayne Kacik wrote:
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies, Healey Family. I worked with Ann at Our Lady of Good Counsel. I was the music teacher there for a year. I am at St. Mark's now and have been getting updates from Marianne. My heart has been and is breaking for you.
Apr 25, 2009, 14:33:14 Bob Kappus wrote:
While my sons knew Kevin I only knew him through the prayers we have faithfully offered for him at every meal for the past two years. Why does a fine young man like Kevin have to suffer and die? Perhaps it is in the reality that our prayerful time brought to mind Kevin's struggle and the blessing that we have received from our Lord in our three sons. I owe thanks to Kevin for reminding me of this everyday we prayed for him. We will continue to pray for Kevin and his family; our deepest sympathies
Apr 25, 2009, 19:59:33 Marianne Simon wrote:
Dear Ann, Tom and Mary Kate,
I will always remember Kevin's great smile and his spirit filled with gentleness and love. Peace to all of you.
Marianne Simon
Mom of Daniel '07
Apr 26, 2009, 10:47:30 Sarah Ryder wrote:
Dear Healey Family,
I have never met you personally, but I have heard a lot about you and your son, Kevin. My older brother graduated from Saint Ignatius with Kevin and I just want to say I think you are a strong family, and my deepest sympathy goes out to you. We will continue to pray for you as well as Kevin.
Apr 27, 2009, 02:49:25 Susie, Bruce and Scott McIntosh wrote:
Dear Healey Family,
We have never met you but as parents of a sophmore at Notre Dame we have been reading with a heavy heart the postings. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. We have such a heavy heart for all of you.
The McIntosh Family
Scott'11
Apr 27, 2009, 09:03:40 christine golic wrote:
Dear Healey Family,
Deepest condolences to your family. Although we have never met we are part of the same family at the University of Notre Dame and our heart aches for you. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
The Golic Family
Apr 27, 2009, 20:48:21 Lorrie Brovsky wrote:
Your family and Kevin's struggle brought me closer to Christ as I prayed for Kevin. Thank you for the privilege of knowing you and Kevin although we have never met. May God watch over you and ease your suffering.
Lorrie Brovsky
Apr 28, 2009, 14:03:59 Bill Maynard wrote:
I pray that you find comfort in Kevin's extraordinary example, in all of the wonderful memories of the fine son and brother he is, and in the knowledge that while you are together now in Christ, you will be reunited permanently at the end of this journey. You remain in our thoughts and prayers now and always.
May 19, 2009, 14:14:51 Jeanne Wirsching wrote:
I never met any of you, but I feel I am close to you through Joni Geiger. She is a dear friend and neighbor here in Durango, CO. Last summer she share with me the road that Kevin was upon. Then when she returned to Durango for the summer this year she share with me that Kevin had died. I was overwhelmed with sorrow for all of you and thankful that Kevin is no longer in the fight and he is at peace!
May the sorrow grow softer and the memories of such a gifted men grow
stronger. Know that he is always with you as God is!
I am truly blessed to have at least known and shared with one member of your family.
Love and prayers,
Jeanne
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