Randy Sturgeon, in cancer struggle, reportedly taken to the ER

Maryline uploaded this image to her Facebook page in solidarity with Randy.

Sprinter Maryline Roux reported on her Facebook page Friday that Randy Sturgeon, the former publisher of National Masters News in a fight with cancer, was headed for the hospital and could use prayers. “I just talked to him and he is going to the ER now,” she said. On June 24, Randy himself posted: “Just wanted to update you on what is happening. I got so sick from having chemo five days in a row. There was a reason for it, to get the mouth under-control. The plan is a two- to three-week break and then start a lesser chemo regimen [or] go with none. None really isn’t an option because they want to keep the mouth cancer in check [and] focus on the lung, giving me some more quality days. I am hopeful. However, I am okay and ready to go home anytime the Lord calls. I just want to finish with grace, dignity and at home with friends and family. That is the best thing that can happen.” Randy has been courage personified through this ordeal. We share Maryline’s sentiments.

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July 5, 2014

17 Responses

  1. Nolan Shaheed - July 5, 2014

    My prayers, thoughts and hopes are for you Randy.

  2. Jeff Davison - July 5, 2014

    We continue to pray for you.

    Jeff and Denise Davison

  3. Christel Donley - July 5, 2014

    Thinking and praying for you, brave, wonderful friend

  4. jim broun - July 5, 2014

    My prayers are with you. May God illuminate your path and give you hope, strength for whatever you may face.

  5. Derek Pye - July 5, 2014

    Praying for you Randy! We’re all in your corner hoping that you can get past this latest setback. Stay strong!

  6. Ed Winslow - July 6, 2014

    The thoughts and prayers of your track & field family are with you Randy.

  7. Kay Glynn - July 6, 2014

    You are always inspirational, Randy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  8. Kevin Morning - July 6, 2014

    I’m praying for you and your family, Randy.

  9. gary l dawson - July 7, 2014

    I TALKED WITH YOU AFEW MONTHS AGO. I HADF MENTIONED, ONE OF YOUR SENIOE WRITERS, WAS MIKE TYMM, I USED TO KNOW IN GAUN, GOD BLESS YOU RANDY, ITS JUST NOT TIME YET.

  10. linda douglass - July 7, 2014

    Randy-I hope you feel better soon. We will keep you in our prayers.

  11. Roger Parnell - July 7, 2014

    You are an inspiration to me and many others. You are one tough hombre and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

  12. Roger Pierce - July 8, 2014

    Randy, Only you you know and feel the full magnitude of your battle….but know that there are many of us out here praying for and sending positive loving thoughts to you.. We care and think of you often.

  13. Mark Cleary - July 8, 2014

    Randy, keep fighting the good fight like the competitor that you are and always have been. I will always be thankful for the Sacramento Fleet Feet -SoCal Track club rivalry that pushed everyone to be their best- your in my prayers.

  14. Earl Fee - July 11, 2014

    Randy, keep strong. God bless you. We are all with you in thoughts and prayers.

  15. tony plaster - July 11, 2014

    You have been and continue to be such an example in this,Coach.

  16. Dave Friedman - July 15, 2014

    Randy, you are in my prayers, stay strong.

  17. Tim McMullen - August 1, 2014

    You are in my prayers…be at peace, knowing how loved and admired you are by so many. You are an inspiration to so many – stay strong.

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