Cassie continued to remain stable overnight as her heart and lungs are continuing to work without the use of any life saving machines. Last night she got her first non-sedative induced sleep (roughly 3 hours) since her first surgery on April 11th. Her left leg is continuing to recover using the support of wound vac’s. There are two remaining incisions on her left leg that remain opened. Cassie is scheduled to have her 10th visit to the OR tomorrow where the vascular team will wash out the remaining incisions and look to close up her wounds. As of now the only machine support that Cassie requires is Dialysis to help her kidneys work overtime to clean her blood and the ventilation to continue to supply her with oxygen while she remains intubated. The medical staff are still unable to confirm a timeline for when she will be able to be extubated. However, the ICU team is working to reduce the ventilation she is using throughout the day based upon her tolerance to the reduction.
The family would like to extend their deepest gratitudes to all those that have donated meals, gift cards, and shared their thoughts and prayers. Last night we were able to read all the comments to Cassie as her awareness continues to increase daily. She is able to move her head to communicate with the family, and she was deeply moved by all the wonderful words. Please continue to share your kind thoughts and prayers through the comment section and the family will continue to read these to her each and everyday. These words of encouragement will help strengthen her as she continues to fight each step of the way in her lengthy recovery ahead.
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43 responses to “Cassie’s Journey – April 24th”
Elsa and I continue our prayers for all. We pray each day that the bumps get smaller and fewer and better days ahead
Peace
The Gunder family continues to pray and send positive healing thoughts your way.
Cassie, you are truly amazing. So glad to read each of your daily improvements. Praying you continue to make wonderful progress!!
Cassie and family,
You have so many people praying for you up here in Michigan! Praying for strength and courage and a complete recovery.
I am saving a prayer in the morning and my nightly prayers. I am & will remain a huge believer in the power of prayer 🙏
So happy to receive a little good news each day! Keep up the good wor, Cassie. You have got this!💕
Cassie, we are so grateful that the Van Buren grapevine extended their reach to include those of us who have been retired… some for so long that you may not remember us! It has allowed us to be a part of your cheering squad for this incredible journey you are navigating. Since those first reports about 2 weeks ago, prayers and good thoughts have been sent up to surround you, your family, all of your medical teams and anyone else who has a hand in your care. We also pray for your donor family that they can receive comfort knowing that their tragic situation and difficult decision-making has made such a positive impact on others.
So put on your BLACK KNIGHT armor and CHARGE ON! You’ve got this….and your cheering squad has got you!
The Wheeler family continues to pray for you ❤️ So happy to read encouraging updates! Mady sends her love and wants you to know she thinks of you daily 💕
The boat parades in the evening have started at the lake. Looking forward to a boat ride when you are better. ❤️
Cassie, we continue to pray for your healing every day. I know your are a very strong person and can “fight the good fight”…keep it up!
I thought of you and your family many times today as I mowed and cleaned up the yard. If I could send a picture, it would be of the 2 beautiful trees in your front yard across the street-they have white flowers right now.
Sending our love and prayers!
We’re praying for you everyday. Your strength is amazing. You’ve got this. All our love, E & John
Continuing to pray for healing for Cassie and praying for all of you. 🙏🏼♥️ So thankful that positive progress is happening everyday!! Cassie you are such an amazing strong woman praying for continued strength and improvements! Hugs!! 🙏🏼♥️
You are really amazing Cassie! We are so encouraged reading the daily progress reports. Every little step is so big during this journey. Keep the faith and we will continue to pray for your recovery.
You’re in my thoughts and prayers all day long Cassie! Your strength is amazing. I’m so proud of you! Jeff, Grant and Kyle are praying hard for your healing too. My dad prays the rosary for you every day. Norus and Geary families love you very much! ❤️
So glad to hear more good news! Tyler and I have been praying everyday! You’ve got this, Cassie!
Continuing to pray for you and the entire family every day. Your beautiful, smiling face, kind demeanor, and “go get ’em” attitude are in my thoughts frequently throughout the day. I look forward to seeing good news posted each day as you take each step closer to healing. You’ve got this, Cassie!
Cassie and Family, you have been in our thoughts and prayers daily!! So happy to hear all the positive news, keep it coming!!! Stay strong and know the power of prayer is at work!!! 💕 Rob and Sharon Stechschulte
The Schroeder family is continuing to lift daily prayers!
I’ve been thinking about you and praying for you! Sending you lots of love, healing vibes, and good energy.
Cassie, your strength and resilience are an inspiration. I knew meeting you last year at graduation that you were a special lady. I look forward to when I might see you again! You are blessed with the most amazing family that has stayed by your side and kept us all posted as we continue to pray for you to heal and come home. God be with you all. ❤️❤️❤️
Kim Kemper( Anna’s Aunt)
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Prayers continue to be said for you and your family. So glad you are going strong with healing. You are so blessed with a loving and caring family. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻
The body is such an amazing creation of God’s handiwork. And Cassie, you are demonstrating the fighting spirit to heal and to inspire us all!
Cassie, Kurt and family-
We continue to lift you and your healthcare team in prayer … for peace, wisdom, faith, healing and the joy of family and friends. Stay strong and know that you have many prayer warriors in your corner!
So happy to hear the progress! Prayers for the procedures in the morning! 🙏
Cassie, Kurt, Cole, Bri, and Connor,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers daily. I, like many others, have included my own family and friends and we all send our blessings and pray for continued positive progress for you Cassie. We also send our support for Cassie’s family. Strength, peace, and love,
Keep pushing forward Cassie! Lori and I are thinking of you and continue to keep you in our prayers. 🤙♥️
Continued prayers for strength and healing!!! You’ve got this Cassie!!! Wrapping you and your family in love, hugs and prayers! So happy to read these improvements daily- Keep fighting! 💕
Keep fighting Cassie. Wishing you and your family strength and resilience . You are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Hugs and prayers until we see you.
Cassie and family, you are in our prayers morning noon & night. May God be with you ! Hugs. Love Tim & Linda
Love you Cassie! I say a prayer for you every morning that you have another good day. You are doing amazing and are so strong.
Dear Cassie and family,
We are holding you in prayer every moment, sending strength, love, and healing energy your way. What you’ve just been through is immense, and your courage is awe-inspiring. May each breath bring more ease, each moment more peace. You’re not alone in this—so many of us are surrounding you with care, hope, and love as you heal.
Rest, recover, and know that your heart is being held by many.
With all our love,
Shaun and Molly
We are elated to hear your day to day progress. You are a warrior and we are so proud of you. We are thankful for your medical team and give thanks to Kurt, Connor Cole and Bre for their continued updates. May god continue to give you the strength you need to be without the support of machines. We love you.
Continued prayers for you, Cassie. So much love and support for all of you.
The Stone family continues to pray for you Cassie. Keep fighting!
Keep fighting, Cassie—you will get through this!! You are so loved and have an army of supporters who so want you to know how much we care for you!
We faithfully hold you in our prayers and know that God is going to be with you every step of the way until you are fully recovered, and you WILL!!
Great news! We continue 2 pray that she will be able to have a full recovery & for the wonderful Doctors attending to her. Keep fighting Cassie! Love, The Turner family🙏
Great news! We continue 2 pray that she will be able to have a full recovery & for the wonderful Doctors attending to her. Keep fighting Cassie! Love, The Turner family🙏
Praying for you, Cassie! Keep fighting- you’ve got this!
Cassie and family,
Thinking of you and praying for you all. May you feel God’s presence and strength and the support of those around you as you rest and recover. You’ve got this! Sending love and hugs to you and your precious family.
We continue to pray for you and your family during this remarkable time. It is so good to see the progress you’re making towards recovery. We have our church praying for you also. You are one tough lady. Keep fighting.
Cassie,
Praying and thinking about you every day and all throughout the day. I can see your smile and feel your strength and courage! We will all continue to pray without ceasing.
Love, peace, prayers, and healing to you and your family.
Cassie,
We are sending constant prayers of healing and comfort your way! Your resilience is inspiring and we are rooting you on! Keep it up, Cassie!
-Lauren Logan and Lucy
Continuing to pray for miraculous healing for you Cassie. Praising God for your improvements and for your medical team. So encouraging to hear the progress you are making. Praying for strength, peace and comfort for all.