Status Report on Mary Witmer, 181101.a

Mary’s surgery ended just before Noon today, November 1. Her preparation time lasted somewhat longer that initially projected, so the operation itself didn’t begin until after 9:00 AM, although we were up at 3:30 AM and had arrived to register on Surgical Level 3 at 5:00 AM sharp. It’s already been a long day.

I just spoke with Mary’s surgeon, Dr. Klemperer, who told me that the procedure was quite straightforward. No complications or surprises. She remained stable throughout. And she now has a new aortic valve — evidently none too soon, based on what he told me.

She will soon be transferred from Recovery to the Coronary Care Unit where I will see her for the first time since her surgery ended.

The first hours and days post-surgery are critical, so thanks for your continued concern and prayers.

I’ll probably not be able to respond to individual emails until next week, but I will try to post once more late today and at least a few more times in the coming days.

Daryl E. Witmer

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12 Comments

  1. Betty Morrell
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 1:21 pm | Permalink

    So glad all went well. Continuing to pray!

  2. Betty Morrell
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 1:22 pm | Permalink

    I am so glad all went well. Continuing to pray!

  3. Deb
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 1:26 pm | Permalink

    Thank you Lord for a successful first phase. We continue to pray.

  4. Gina Plain
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 1:31 pm | Permalink

    Good news and we will keep praying!

  5. Eugene Witmer
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 1:36 pm | Permalink

    We’re praising the Lord with you, Daryl and will await further word….you already know of many prayers.

  6. Darlene & Joel
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 2:14 pm | Permalink

    Wonderful news! PTL. Thank you for the update and we continue to hold you close in our thoughts & prayers. Darlene & Joel

  7. Leslie and Joe
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 2:41 pm | Permalink

    PTL! for no complications. Prayers continue for these next critical hours and for the recovery period. May you be able to rest comfortably and in peace also.

  8. Bud Butterfield
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 3:08 pm | Permalink

    We and our fellow parishioners are praying for the outcome and care for you both.
    Bud and Jan

  9. Marlene Groff
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 5:31 pm | Permalink

    I’m thanking the Lord with you that her surgery went well. I’m continuing to pray for good post op and recovery.
    Love,
    Aunt Marlene

  10. Clair & Charlene
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 6:09 pm | Permalink

    We are praising the Lord for Mary’s successful surgery. Continuing to pray for a complete and uncomplicated recovery. Daryl, continuing to pray for you and Vin that all goes well.

  11. Clair & Charlene
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 6:16 pm | Permalink

    We are praising the Lord for Mary’s successful surgery. We continue to pray for a complete and uncomplicated recovery. Daryl, we continue to pray for you and Vin that all goes well with you.

  12. Bob and Roberta
    Posted November 1, 2018 at 6:32 pm | Permalink

    We are so glad to know the surgery went well and as expected; praise the Lord! And, as the Lord wills, by this pattern we might dare to expect a swift recovery and for Mary to be feeling better than she has in a long while. God bless you both.

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