I talked to Tim and Tom briefly this evening. Tom has been staying with Louise while they have been making funeral arrangements. He is obviously very emotional. Dad also was able to reach him and they shared a brief conversation. I offered to take Dad to LR tomorrow or Monday but he thinks it will just take too much out of him. Continue to pray for the Logues.
Below is an email forwarded to me from Rita Spillyards from Ray Higgins to the CBF email list...Thanks Rita and Ray.
Dear friends of Tom Logue,
Thank you for your prayers and for the ways you have reached out to Tom and his family since his son’s death.
Arrangements regarding John Logue’s service are as follows:
Visitation at Roller Chenal Funeral Home (13801 Chenal Pkwy, Little Rock 72211; 501.224.8300), Sunday, June 28 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Funeral service at Lakeshore Drive Baptist Church (21 Lakeshore Drive, Little Rock 72204, just across from the west side of the UALR campus off of S. University), Monday, June 29 at 10 a.m.
Burial following the service at Forest Hills Memorial Park.
Tom’s home address is: 1506 Parham Pointe #11C, Little Rock, AR 72204.
You may read John’s obituary below or go to: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.
John William Logue
February 20, 1958 - June 25, 2009
John William Logue, 51 of Little Rock, passed from this life on Thursday, June 25, 2009. He was born February 20, 1958 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Dr. Tom Logue and Ethel Garrott Logue.
As a young boy growing up, he was devoted to his brother, Tommy, who had Muscular Dystrophy. He spent many hours playing chess, and other games and racing his brother in the wheelchair. In his extended family, he was always thought of as the most helpful and caring one.
John’s sensitivity and kindness showed in his lifelong love of animals.
Whenever possible, John owned a pet and cherished each one in a very special way.
When John lived in Memphis, Tennessee, he owned and ran a successful business, Curb Décor,(a decorative curbing landscape service.)
John was a client of GAIN, Inc., (Greater Assistance to those In Need). His family acknowledges gratitude to his case manager, Eugene Meyer.
He is survived by his father, Dr. Tom Logue, and his sister, Louise Logue, both of Little Rock; his brother Tim Logue and Gina Baratta of Hillsborough, North Carolina; a niece, Amy Buckley and husband, Robert of Little Rock; and his beloved cat, Mystic.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2009 at Lakeshore Drive Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, June 28, 2009 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, (501-224-8300) 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to GAIN(Greater Assistance to those In Need), 712 West 3rd Street, Little Rock, AR 72201; or Lakeshore Drive Baptist Church, 21 Lakeshore Drive, Little Rock, AR 72204; or Arkansas CARE for Animals, 5516 Kavanaugh Blvd., Little Rock, AR 72207.
Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes/chenal.
God’s peace,
Ray
Ray Higgins, Ph.D., Coordinator
Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Arkansas
God is good.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
Friday Sad News
Dad called this morning to let me know that John Logue, Tom's youngest, was shot and killed yesterday evening at his home. An article was published in today's Arkansas Democrat Gazette (Little Rock addition), but it is very sketchy.I think Tom was out of the state maybe in California and I am not sure if he is back in Little Rock yet.
Pray for Tom, Louise, Tim and their family.
God is good.
Pray for Tom, Louise, Tim and their family.
God is good.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Friday
Quick update.
Dad is continuing to work hard on his exercise regimen although he is having his doubts that it is making much of a difference in gaining and retaining strength. He is going back to his fixation with his NPH condition. I explained that it is important for him to do the exercise no matter what because even if he can't walk with the mall walkers he needs the cardio workout.
I think he may be right to some extent, especially in his left leg because of the neurology involved which causes some atrophy in that leg, but I also believe that since his breakthrough around Easter, the progress has been and will be very incremental yet assured.
I think the PT is starting to lean toward recommending out patient care at Health South. Dad doesn't think much of this idea but I think it would be beneficial because they can help him with balance and technique as well as strength. We shall see.
Update on our friend that had bypass surgery on Tuesday. After a gloomy two days, Bill started to make small gains and started moving in a positive direction. His heart is fully functioning which means the surgery went very well. The remaining challenge is to get the lungs to follow suit. His oxygen level is 100% but he is receiving assistance from PEEP (positive end-expiratory pressure) and a ventilator. PEEP is basically a CPAP on steroids only the air keeps his lungs open instead of his trachea. They keep him sedated while on PEEP because it is very uncomfortable. They will see if they can wean him from both tomorrow. As with every procedure both of theses carry risks and Bill continues to need our prayer and God's hand. Thank you for your prayer for these children of God whom you do not even know. I assure you that as with Dad's experience, your support is perceived, recognized and appreciated.
God is good!
Dad is continuing to work hard on his exercise regimen although he is having his doubts that it is making much of a difference in gaining and retaining strength. He is going back to his fixation with his NPH condition. I explained that it is important for him to do the exercise no matter what because even if he can't walk with the mall walkers he needs the cardio workout.
I think he may be right to some extent, especially in his left leg because of the neurology involved which causes some atrophy in that leg, but I also believe that since his breakthrough around Easter, the progress has been and will be very incremental yet assured.
I think the PT is starting to lean toward recommending out patient care at Health South. Dad doesn't think much of this idea but I think it would be beneficial because they can help him with balance and technique as well as strength. We shall see.
Update on our friend that had bypass surgery on Tuesday. After a gloomy two days, Bill started to make small gains and started moving in a positive direction. His heart is fully functioning which means the surgery went very well. The remaining challenge is to get the lungs to follow suit. His oxygen level is 100% but he is receiving assistance from PEEP (positive end-expiratory pressure) and a ventilator. PEEP is basically a CPAP on steroids only the air keeps his lungs open instead of his trachea. They keep him sedated while on PEEP because it is very uncomfortable. They will see if they can wean him from both tomorrow. As with every procedure both of theses carry risks and Bill continues to need our prayer and God's hand. Thank you for your prayer for these children of God whom you do not even know. I assure you that as with Dad's experience, your support is perceived, recognized and appreciated.
God is good!
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Wednesday
Hello everyone, I am departing from my normal updates today to ask a special favor from each of you who have been so faithful in your prayer and support for Dad.
A friend of Mom and Dad's and Rolling Hills Baptist Church member had quad bypass surgery yesterday and had a myocardial infarction (heart attack) after surgery. He also has some pulmonary issues and is on a ventilator and IABP (intraaortic balloon pump)to assist with breathing and heart efficiency.
He is struggling and the outlook is not promising, but we serve and he has served a very big God who overlooks our weaknesses and is faithful to us through all of life's challenges. I have witnessed God's intervention in large and small ways and will trust in His providence in all things.
I ask that all of you pray for Bill and LaWanda tonight, that He will draw them close to His side and extend His loving touch and meet their needs.
God is good!
A friend of Mom and Dad's and Rolling Hills Baptist Church member had quad bypass surgery yesterday and had a myocardial infarction (heart attack) after surgery. He also has some pulmonary issues and is on a ventilator and IABP (intraaortic balloon pump)to assist with breathing and heart efficiency.
He is struggling and the outlook is not promising, but we serve and he has served a very big God who overlooks our weaknesses and is faithful to us through all of life's challenges. I have witnessed God's intervention in large and small ways and will trust in His providence in all things.
I ask that all of you pray for Bill and LaWanda tonight, that He will draw them close to His side and extend His loving touch and meet their needs.
God is good!
Monday, June 15, 2009
Monday
Last week Dad had a couple of different PTs come in and add to his exercise regimen. Each PT seems to have a favorite set of exercises. Since Dad implements everything during days that he is on his own, he tends to over do it and has trouble getting up or walking after doing sets on his legs. He is now alternating days in which he exercises these exercises.
Mom has started to get back into some of the social events and meetings she has put on hold for the last 6 months. She makes Dad swear that he will not try to do anything silly while she is gone and to stay off the phone for long periods of time so she can check on him.
Dad is still in normal sinus rhythm and looks great. While it seems like progress has slowed down some, rebuilding muscle tone will just take time. As Dad puts it, "Getting old is not for wimps".
We continue to covet your prayer and cards and letters.
God is good!
Mom has started to get back into some of the social events and meetings she has put on hold for the last 6 months. She makes Dad swear that he will not try to do anything silly while she is gone and to stay off the phone for long periods of time so she can check on him.
Dad is still in normal sinus rhythm and looks great. While it seems like progress has slowed down some, rebuilding muscle tone will just take time. As Dad puts it, "Getting old is not for wimps".
We continue to covet your prayer and cards and letters.
God is good!
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Wednesday
Dad has a new PT and was afraid that she would not keep up where Dameon left off, but after the first session with her he thinks she may be tougher. She took him for a hike around the house, did some elastic band exercise and then put him on the cardio-glide which works both arms and legs. He said that he really felt the burn in his upper thighs. He continues to make progress in strength and balance. He looks good. His color and energy levels are back to pre-surgery. We are very thankful.
Home grown therapy...
Suzanne and her bunch were here for a short time last week and Cindy and her bunch came today. Adalynn surprised me this morning for my birthday so Mom and Dad have had a houseful of activity over the past week. The great grands kept everyone entertained with singing and dancing.
God is good!
Home grown therapy...
Suzanne and her bunch were here for a short time last week and Cindy and her bunch came today. Adalynn surprised me this morning for my birthday so Mom and Dad have had a houseful of activity over the past week. The great grands kept everyone entertained with singing and dancing.
God is good!
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