About Eric Hagan-Please Read

dragr1 · 04-16-08, 08:08 PM

As some of you may know, Eric Hagan (Land Speeder) contracted minigitis back in January of this year. After some time in the hospital and weeks of antibiotics he got over the minigitis, but not the reason that he contracted it. Please read this thread for a brief explanation of the problem from Eric:

http://forum.ih8mud.com/ms-cottonlan...atsup-you.html

Since that post, Eric has had surgery five times to try and repair the hole between his sinus cavity and the cavity where the pituitary hangs. All five have failed and Eric has been in and out of the hospital since this started. This week he has had a shunt put in to let the spinal fluid drain to his abdomen instead of out his nose and then a seventh surgery this week on Wednesday to take a bone graph from the back of his skull and place it in the "patch" area. This may be their final attempt, as this was a last resort type of operation. Cristin (Eric's fiance) says that Eric has lost over 40 lbs. There is a slight chance that he may get home this weekend.

I'm not sure how many weeks of work that Eric has missed, but he has not worked much at all since this began in late January. He does have good insurance, but he has not been getting paid by his company while he has been out of work. Even with the insurance, his medical bills will be in excess of $2000 with all the copays for the surgeries and extended time in ICU.

I am writing this in hoping that we can raise some money for Eric to help him out. This is not charity for him, but rather to just help him get back on his feet after this is finally over and help pay his medical bills and other expenses. Just think about how entertaining Eric is when he's around!

So, I'll start by pledging $300.

Even if you cannot contribute, please keep Eric in your prayers.

I'm not exactly sure how to handle the money so that everyone is comfortable with it. I do have paypal and you can send it there by using my e-mail:

dragr@charter.net

If anyone has other suggestions, I am open to ideas.

I have spoken with Brian (clutchee) about Eric for several days now, so he is aware of the situation. I'll be updating him and this post on Eric's condition.

Thanks

Brett

Clutchee · 04-16-08, 08:15 PM

Brett-glad to help.

Folks as many of us have gotten to wheel with the red head kid.....think this is the least we can do but help a brother out

LoneRanger · 04-16-08, 08:59 PM

paypal sent.

step up friends.

euclid · 04-16-08, 09:31 PM

Good job Brett. I'm in.

Get well E.

gearguywb · 04-17-08, 04:30 AM

paypal sent. Thanks for doing this and hope Eric gets through this soon

dragr1 · 04-17-08, 05:42 AM

Thanks guys! Received 2 paypals-that was fast!

I'll be on this thread every night and I'll check it during the day if I'm ( no internet in the woods) by the office.

Hopefully I'll be able to talk to Eric tomorrow or Friday and I'll post an update.

FJCRUZR · 04-17-08, 06:14 AM

Done...

Get well Eric.

Thanks Brett!

wct49 · 04-17-08, 06:36 AM

Paypal sent.

Get Well Eric!!!!

Brett way to step up and do this!

k9crazy · 04-17-08, 08:41 AM

PayPal sent this morning. My thoughts are with you, Eric!

BGarcia88FJ62 · 04-17-08, 02:46 PM

Check will be in the mail. Anyone who knows Eric knows he'd do whatever he could if the tables were turned. So everyone thats able please do all you can.

.

77TLCFJ40 · 04-17-08, 03:55 PM

payPal sent

Get well soon Eric!

dragr1 · 04-17-08, 09:35 PM

Wow, you guys are great. You have all stepped up really fast, we've got $750 total so far-in just one day!

I haven't talked with Eric today and his phone is not on. If this last surgery didn't go well, then he's gonna have to meet with a neurosurgeon. Hopefully I will have an update tomorrow.

terryjmatthew · 04-17-08, 09:46 PM

Let's round it up to $1000.00!

Brett,

Do you have Eric's paypal??

GulfShoresFJ60 · 04-17-08, 09:48 PM

Brett,

Remind me to give you a check on Monday. I'll probably be gone by the time you get home tomorrow.

Well then let's make it $1250.

dragr1 · 04-17-08, 10:02 PM

Matt, I don't have Eric's paypal, but I did just get the paypal from you. Caleb, let's get together on Monday.

All of you are very generous.

This is a real testament to the family like nature that the Toyota crowd represents.

heckler · 04-17-08, 10:35 PM

Money sent.

I just want to say that I am really impressed by everyones quick response. I know he will be grateful for all the donations and prayers.

dragr1 · 04-18-08, 05:46 AM

We are now at $1425!

dragr1 · 04-18-08, 03:49 PM

Eric posted on our local board that he's coming home today! I'll be gone until Sunday afternoon, but I'll be going by to see his bald head full of stitches when I get back.

Bodean · 04-18-08, 04:52 PM

Brett,

The CottonLand Cruisers will be sending a big chunk shortly.

Later,

dragr1 · 04-18-08, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bodean

Brett,

The CottonLand Cruisers will be sending a big chunk shortly.

Later,

Thanks!

Bodean · 04-18-08, 05:51 PM

Have you posted this anywhere else on Mud? You should.

Later,

wct49 · 04-18-08, 07:32 PM

I saw where Clutchee posted it up on the GA club page.

FJCRUZR · 04-21-08, 08:24 AM

Any update on Eric?

dragr1 · 04-21-08, 11:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FJCRUZR

Any update on Eric?

He is out of the hospital and is staying with his siter in Mobile this week. Someone has to be with him full time for now, I'm not sure how long that will last. He has an appointment back at UAB later this week. For now, the spinal fluid leak has stopped and Eric seemed in very good spirits. We had about a 30 minute conversation on the phone last night.

He did tell me that his head was shaved with staples in it from the last surgery. I'll be talking to him later today and I'll post again.

Bodean-this is also posted on the GA and SC boards. I thought that would cover the people that know Eric personally.

FJCRUZR · 04-21-08, 07:53 PM

Thanks...let him know that we think about him!

DanKunz · 04-23-08, 03:33 PM

Holy shit. Eric!! I have been away from the board for a while.

Paypal will be sent in the AM.

Bodean · 04-23-08, 07:48 PM

Updates? Tell Eric to post if he can. We'd love to hear from him.

Later,

04-16-08, 08:08 PM	#1
dragr1 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 572	About Eric Hagan-Please Read As some of you may know, Eric Hagan (Land Speeder) contracted minigitis back in January of this year. After some time in the hospital and weeks of antibiotics he got over the minigitis, but not the reason that he contracted it. Please read this thread for a brief explanation of the problem from Eric: http://forum.ih8mud.com/ms-cottonlan...atsup-you.html Since that post, Eric has had surgery five times to try and repair the hole between his sinus cavity and the cavity where the pituitary hangs. All five have failed and Eric has been in and out of the hospital since this started. This week he has had a shunt put in to let the spinal fluid drain to his abdomen instead of out his nose and then a seventh surgery this week on Wednesday to take a bone graph from the back of his skull and place it in the "patch" area. This may be their final attempt, as this was a last resort type of operation. Cristin (Eric's fiance) says that Eric has lost over 40 lbs. There is a slight chance that he may get home this weekend. I'm not sure how many weeks of work that Eric has missed, but he has not worked much at all since this began in late January. He does have good insurance, but he has not been getting paid by his company while he has been out of work. Even with the insurance, his medical bills will be in excess of $2000 with all the copays for the surgeries and extended time in ICU. I am writing this in hoping that we can raise some money for Eric to help him out. This is not charity for him, but rather to just help him get back on his feet after this is finally over and help pay his medical bills and other expenses. Just think about how entertaining Eric is when he's around! So, I'll start by pledging $300. Even if you cannot contribute, please keep Eric in your prayers. I'm not exactly sure how to handle the money so that everyone is comfortable with it. I do have paypal and you can send it there by using my e-mail: dragr@charter.net If anyone has other suggestions, I am open to ideas. I have spoken with Brian (clutchee) about Eric for several days now, so he is aware of the situation. I'll be updating him and this post on Eric's condition. Thanks Brett __________________ 1985 4Runner Dual e-lockers, dual cases, yada yada '00 Suburban 2500 4x4 '07 Tacoma Double Cab 4wd TRD '02 Lexus IS300 1991 Tiffin Allegro 31' Class A

04-16-08, 08:15 PM	#2
Clutchee IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: TN TLCA# 13383 Posts: 1,889	Brett-glad to help. Folks as many of us have gotten to wheel with the red head kid.....think this is the least we can do but help a brother out __________________ You can't fix Stupid ---CottonLand Cruisers----- ---White Trash of the Elwood Chapter---- ---STLCA---- ------------------------------------------------ We've been this close to death before, we were just too drunk to know it Guess the price of being sobers being scared out of your mind -Drive by Truckers- -----------------------------------------------

04-16-08, 08:59 PM	#3
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04-16-08, 09:31 PM	#4
euclid IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2002 Location: Jackson, MS TLCA# 13014 Posts: 2,987	Good job Brett. I'm in. Get well E. __________________ Greg Thompson CottonLand Cruisers 00 Camry: Stock 5SFE - 27 MPG 89 FJ62: OME 2.5, 2" BL, Superior shackles, F250 towers, 315 BFG KM2's on zj80 wheels, Extreme A440, FF,4:88,RDB,longs,ARB front,Lockright rear,Warn XD9K in Rover AL bumper, Kaymar, Wildernes Roofrack, Marlin Sliders, SROR 1/4 sliders.

04-17-08, 04:30 AM	#5
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04-17-08, 05:42 AM	#6
dragr1 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 572	Thanks guys! Received 2 paypals-that was fast! I'll be on this thread every night and I'll check it during the day if I'm ( no internet in the woods) by the office. Hopefully I'll be able to talk to Eric tomorrow or Friday and I'll post an update. __________________ 1985 4Runner Dual e-lockers, dual cases, yada yada '00 Suburban 2500 4x4 '07 Tacoma Double Cab 4wd TRD '02 Lexus IS300 1991 Tiffin Allegro 31' Class A

04-17-08, 06:14 AM	#7
FJCRUZR IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lake Lanier, GA TLCA# 16665 Posts: 283	Done... Get well Eric. Thanks Brett! __________________ 4x4 Sun Fusion TLCA#16665 GA Cruisers Upstate Cruisers Busted diff repaired under warranty!

04-17-08, 06:36 AM	#8
wct49 POWERED BY AMEX Join Date: May 2005 Location: sellin tires in Mississippi TLCA# 16386 Posts: 1,065	Paypal sent. Get Well Eric!!!! Brett way to step up and do this! __________________ Chris http://cottonlandcruisers.com/ 1976 FJ40, Stereo by Euclid, Team Risher Metal Tech Family Cage, Tuffy consoles, 4inch Hell Creek , 35x1250-15 Hankook MT, Saginaw Psteering, Clutchee sliders, ARB Lockers stem & stern, Orion. 1994 FJZ80, Locked, OME, ARB bumper, IPF, 31575-16 Firestone Dest. MT, snorkel, Metal Tech sliders 2005 Chevy Z71 4WD Suburban 2006 Honda Civic (DenMomDeb's sled)

04-17-08, 08:41 AM	#9
k9crazy IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA TLCA# 16079 Posts: 1,582	PayPal sent this morning. My thoughts are with you, Eric! __________________ Heather '07 FJ Cruiser and 1973 FJ55 Upstate Cruisers - Land Use Officer SFWDA - Director of Land Management Georgia Cruisers TreadLightly! Master Tread Trainer DONATE TO SAVE TELLICO

04-17-08, 02:46 PM	#10
BGarcia88FJ62 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Calhoun, Ga. TLCA# 16650 Posts: 319	Check will be in the mail. Anyone who knows Eric knows he'd do whatever he could if the tables were turned. So everyone thats able please do all you can. . __________________ Benjamin D.Garcia Calhoun, Georgia (Mine) 1988 FJ62, 1985 FJ60(Trail Rig In Progress), 1979 1/2 Ton Chevrolet P/U (Hers) 2005 Nissan XTerra SE 4x4 "May I offer you something to blur your vision"

04-17-08, 03:55 PM	#11
77TLCFJ40 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Madison, MS TLCA# 13533 Posts: 1,270	payPal sent Get well soon Eric! __________________ Lash CottonLand Cruisers Treasurer TLCA: 13533 Madison, MS 02 UZJ100 Daily Driver De-blinged Emblems 77 FJ40 "GunRunner": York/Mudrak OBA, Aussie, 8274, Mini PS, Hell Creek Lift, 94" WB, 35x12.50 Hankook MTs, MAF U-Bolt Flips, F-250 Towers, MetalTech Cage, Choctaw Sliders, 8" Tuffy, Tiburon Seats... and a great group of friends who made it possible! 78 Hilux Trailer "... slowly I'm becoming one with the MUD." -- Jars of Clay

04-17-08, 09:35 PM	#12
dragr1 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 572	Wow, you guys are great. You have all stepped up really fast, we've got $750 total so far-in just one day! I haven't talked with Eric today and his phone is not on. If this last surgery didn't go well, then he's gonna have to meet with a neurosurgeon. Hopefully I will have an update tomorrow. __________________ 1985 4Runner Dual e-lockers, dual cases, yada yada '00 Suburban 2500 4x4 '07 Tacoma Double Cab 4wd TRD '02 Lexus IS300 1991 Tiffin Allegro 31' Class A

04-17-08, 09:46 PM	#13
terryjmatthew IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Auburn, Al TLCA# 17870 Posts: 74	Let's round it up to $1000.00! Brett, Do you have Eric's paypal?? __________________ -Matthew 2000 S/C 4Runner Ltd 98 Taco on 60's

04-17-08, 09:48 PM	#14
GulfShoresFJ60 War Eagle Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Gulf Shores & Auburn, AL TLCA# 15437 Posts: 649	Brett, Remind me to give you a check on Monday. I'll probably be gone by the time you get home tomorrow. Well then let's make it $1250. __________________ Caleb - Auburn University 1984 FJ60 - Restomod - 2F - H55F - 4.7:1 Toybox - ARB Front - Full-Floater w/Aussie Rear - Custom Rear Bumper - ARB Front Bumper w/Warn M8274 - 37 MTRs - Vinyl Floor 1983 FJ60 - Parts Rig 1966 Mustang Coupe - 289 w/ C4 My Site

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04-17-08, 10:02 PM	#15
dragr1 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 572	Matt, I don't have Eric's paypal, but I did just get the paypal from you. Caleb, let's get together on Monday. All of you are very generous. This is a real testament to the family like nature that the Toyota crowd represents. __________________ 1985 4Runner Dual e-lockers, dual cases, yada yada '00 Suburban 2500 4x4 '07 Tacoma Double Cab 4wd TRD '02 Lexus IS300 1991 Tiffin Allegro 31' Class A

04-17-08, 10:35 PM	#16
heckler IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 153	Money sent. I just want to say that I am really impressed by everyones quick response. I know he will be grateful for all the donations and prayers. __________________ A Landcrui$er http://forum.ih8mud.com/ms-cottonlan...ml#post3243482 Last edited by heckler; 04-17-08 at 10:59 PM.

04-18-08, 05:46 AM	#17
dragr1 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 572	We are now at $1425! __________________ 1985 4Runner Dual e-lockers, dual cases, yada yada '00 Suburban 2500 4x4 '07 Tacoma Double Cab 4wd TRD '02 Lexus IS300 1991 Tiffin Allegro 31' Class A

04-18-08, 03:49 PM	#18
dragr1 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 572	Eric posted on our local board that he's coming home today! I'll be gone until Sunday afternoon, but I'll be going by to see his bald head full of stitches when I get back. __________________ 1985 4Runner Dual e-lockers, dual cases, yada yada '00 Suburban 2500 4x4 '07 Tacoma Double Cab 4wd TRD '02 Lexus IS300 1991 Tiffin Allegro 31' Class A

04-18-08, 04:52 PM	#19
Bodean CottonLand Cruisers Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Brandon, MS TLCA# 3164 Posts: 2,532	Brett, The CottonLand Cruisers will be sending a big chunk shortly. Later, __________________ Jeff CottonLand Cruisers Whitetrash of the Elwood Chapter 78 FJ40 TLCA #3164 USAF - POL 1987 - ? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxVEqVDUuJE "I reckon you gonna have to come up here and get me. I done messed around and got drunk as a piss aint"

04-18-08, 05:51 PM	#21
Bodean CottonLand Cruisers Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Brandon, MS TLCA# 3164 Posts: 2,532	Have you posted this anywhere else on Mud? You should. Later, __________________ Jeff CottonLand Cruisers Whitetrash of the Elwood Chapter 78 FJ40 TLCA #3164 USAF - POL 1987 - ? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxVEqVDUuJE "I reckon you gonna have to come up here and get me. I done messed around and got drunk as a piss aint"

04-18-08, 07:32 PM	#22
wct49 POWERED BY AMEX Join Date: May 2005 Location: sellin tires in Mississippi TLCA# 16386 Posts: 1,065	I saw where Clutchee posted it up on the GA club page. __________________ Chris http://cottonlandcruisers.com/ 1976 FJ40, Stereo by Euclid, Team Risher Metal Tech Family Cage, Tuffy consoles, 4inch Hell Creek , 35x1250-15 Hankook MT, Saginaw Psteering, Clutchee sliders, ARB Lockers stem & stern, Orion. 1994 FJZ80, Locked, OME, ARB bumper, IPF, 31575-16 Firestone Dest. MT, snorkel, Metal Tech sliders 2005 Chevy Z71 4WD Suburban 2006 Honda Civic (DenMomDeb's sled)

04-21-08, 08:24 AM	#23
FJCRUZR IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lake Lanier, GA TLCA# 16665 Posts: 283	Any update on Eric? __________________ 4x4 Sun Fusion TLCA#16665 GA Cruisers Upstate Cruisers Busted diff repaired under warranty!

04-21-08, 07:53 PM	#25
FJCRUZR IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lake Lanier, GA TLCA# 16665 Posts: 283	Thanks...let him know that we think about him! __________________ 4x4 Sun Fusion TLCA#16665 GA Cruisers Upstate Cruisers Busted diff repaired under warranty!

04-23-08, 03:33 PM	#26
DanKunz IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Woodstock, GA TLCA# 10893 Posts: 5,319	Holy shit. Eric!! I have been away from the board for a while. Paypal will be sent in the AM. __________________ Dan Kunz 1996 FZJ-80 "AV0CAD0" 2000 UZJ-100 "T0WCAD0" Member: TLCA, GA Cruisers, Upstate Cruisers Donate to SAVE TELLICO! _____________________________ Originally Posted by eventhough: "apparently I just need to play with it until it feels right... "

04-23-08, 07:48 PM	#27
Bodean CottonLand Cruisers Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Brandon, MS TLCA# 3164 Posts: 2,532	Updates? Tell Eric to post if he can. We'd love to hear from him. Later, __________________ Jeff CottonLand Cruisers Whitetrash of the Elwood Chapter 78 FJ40 TLCA #3164 USAF - POL 1987 - ? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxVEqVDUuJE "I reckon you gonna have to come up here and get me. I done messed around and got drunk as a piss aint"