Update on J.D. Kelley: Glen Tapia on Fb, 7/06/15: Just talked to JD. He is still struggling with nutrition and all that goes along with that and his illness. Right now he’s too weak to start his Chemo but they have him on a plan to get stronger and to retain some nutrients. His outlook and attitude is positive despite the challenges he has been facing. But he’s still swinging hard at this fight against Cancer.
He is still leaving space in his mind for friendly humor and musical chats. It was nice to joke around with him and tell him about our show this last weekend.
Please keep your (((((positive))))) going for brother JD.
JD, we love and miss you, man. Keep swinging and kicking. You’re doing the right thing, brother.
Back-Story:
Annette Cannon, Fb, 6/30/15: Our Music Brother, JD Kelley has just been diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and is hospitalized. Please pray for him.
Eef Guitar: Bad news friends. JD was admitted to the hospital yesterday and has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer. He is at the Good Samaritan in Lafayette, Room 5208. I’m gonna sit down on a rock and cry. Each and everyone of you, thank you so much, your love and support is heartwarming and helpful. I took a few hours for myself to process the news, then went to see Jimmy & Monica, and I just came back from seeing JD. I only stayed for a little bit, he was kinda looptie-doop due to the meds. He has surgery [Wednesday, July 1st ] to detour the blockage in his colon. He said he does not want to be Jimmy’s copycat. Oh, Lawd, thanks for humor. Please keep JD’s partner Rita in your thoughts, too. Cheers everybody, thanks again, be safe, hug the ones you love.
Erika Brown: I have no words. JD has been such a big part of me becoming who I am. My heart hurts. I will go see him. Sending you much, much love, Eef.
Michael Hossler: Pardon my language, but fuck you, cancer! Just fuck you!!!
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Thoughts & Prayers for Keyboardist Jim Ayers. Jim has been diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer and the bills are rolling in. Your help is truly needed. A medical fund has been set up on Go Fund Me by Monica Brown. Donate anything you can.
http://www.gofundme.com/jimmyayersmedfund
A live Fund Raiser has been set as well.
When: Sunday, July 19th
Where: Rusty Bucket Bar & Grill, 3355 South Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood – 303-980-6200
(That’s just two blocks North of Hampden Ave (285) and Wadsworth Blvd.)
Time: T/B/D
Cost: Huge donation to help Jim out!
Glenn Tapia, bassist for Eef & the Blues Express, is collecting donated goods and services for auction and raffle at the fundraiser. If you or anyone you know can donate any gift cards, merchandise, services, or ANYTHING please contact Glenn at 303-638-8144 or via email at groovethemusic@gmail.com
The fundraiser will offer performances by many local blues artists in the community. The specific lineup and details will be announced soon. Plan for an afternoon full of music and community support for Jimmy Ayers. 100% of all proceeds will be donated to Jimmy and his family to help with his enormous medical costs that come with his diagnosis.
From Eef Guitar: As many of you know by now, our dear friend and keyboardist Jimmy Ayers has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic cancer and is facing a challenging battle. To support him and help relieve the financial stress we are organizing a fundraiser on the afternoon of Sunday, July 19th at the Rusty Bucket. Many musicians have already volunteered to play, including Scotty, Brian & Pete, Erik Boa, Burnt Lips, Randall, Rachel Jane, Jack Hadley, and of course the Blues Express. If you would like to play at this event, please contact me and we will try to get you in. The CBS and more people have offered to help and we are working out the event details as we speak. Please – for now – mark your calendars: July 19, afternoon, Rusty Bucket, fundraiser for Jimmy. Stay tuned. Thanks all, much love