Calvin’s Story

Site created on March 25, 2018

Hello everyone.  As many of you already know, Dad, (Calvin Blackman) was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in fall of 2017. Since then, he has been through quite an ordeal.  He hasn't eaten or drank anything since November 2017.  Mom (dorothy) and his daughters have been feeding him through feeding tube..  He has been driving back and forth from Shiner to Houston for ongoing chemotherapy, radiation treatment, PET scans, etc.  Through all his suffering, Dad has demonstrated incredible strength, dignity, love, and grace. 

Newest Update

Dad is being released from hospital today.

Journal entry by Murray Blackman —

From Mom:
"Good morning! We wanted everyone to know that Pop will be released today.  There was a decision that no more test or chemo will be done at this time.  Hospice has been called and in place for when needed.  Please pass this information to your children. Please continue to keep us in your prayers."
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