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As you know, Fransciso has been undergoing treatment for Hodgkins Lymphoma. I spoke with his daughter. I won't go into details for his personal reasons. But at this moment, Franciso is having a very roguh time. It's the battle of and for his life. Also, he is not accepting any phone calls right now. A bit too much for him.
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Cisco is a excellent human & wishing that all of our strength together of prayers & good vibes can heal his wounds & relieve his pains.
Can understand not wishing to talk with anyone it so hard to talk with your friends when ya have a battle like this because every word is taken differently.
Fight on Cisco fight hard, looking forward to seeing a brush in your hands again
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So sorry to hear that. Thinking of you and hoping for a positive outcome, Cisco.
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It's all tragic. I'm sorry about this news and hope he gets better and better soon. Cisco's a special man in so many ways. The world desperately needs more good folks like Cisco.
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Thank you for the update Alicia. Thinking and appreciating the time I got to spend talking with him in Delavan. He IS so special. I know we are all rooting for him.
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I haven't heard anything since Saturday. I quess no news is good news.
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Cisco, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
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Ya know, when I would work with Francisco, if I was going to leave for some reason, weather it be for food or bathroom, Franciso would always say, "Wait, wait, don't leave, I have to tell you a story." So if you get a chance look up into the sky and tell Francisco, "Wait, wait, don't leave, I have to tell you a story"
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Nancy B. Bennett Yesterday at 8:31pm Hey Walldogs! Our friend Cisco needs our thoughts, love and prayers. His daughter Serena Vargas said her dad is on life support and they will know within a few hours whether there is a chance for him to get better or whether it's time to say good-by. We love you Cisco!
-------------------- Kimberly Zanetti Purcell www.amethystProductivity.com Folsom, CA email: Kimberly@AmethystProductivity.com
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I talked to his Mom this afternoon, around 12:30 noon. As far as she said, he still on this side of the mountain.
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Just can't stop thinking about him & how's he doing!! Just a little story to share with all of you...Ashley & Ben heard the news and tried to decide whether to tell Patrick or not. He is 4 and they wonder if he would even remember Cisco, only meeting him once a year. They described what was happening and how he was very sick and the little guy went over to the couch, put his little head down and started to pray. Makes me cry just thinking about it!! Cisco is such a kind soul and has touched a LOT of us here and even the littlest Walldog loves him and is praying for him.
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Lodi 2006...Cisco interviewing my daughter Sam.
-------------------- Kimberly Zanetti Purcell www.amethystProductivity.com Folsom, CA email: Kimberly@AmethystProductivity.com
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Cisco was always the first to arrive at a walldog meet when he was a project leader. His comment was, "Well you never know what you're going to run into."
People in Pontiac love him and still talk about him. They'd give him the keys to their house and offer to let him use their car or bicycle to get around.
He deep fat fried tacos at our house and nobody wanted to offend him by not eating them, because it was his Grandmas recipe ... but they were delicious.
Maybe our prayers will help pull him thru ...
Pray hard for this man he deserves it.
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It's been so long ago, I believe I met him at a Mike Meyers letterhead meet. We talked some and it was all good. I'll say prayers tonight. Mick Samsel
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i am glad i got to met him.......he spent a few day living here with us on his brush man tour........ truly an amazing talent and wonderful person.
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I never personally met Cisco but my heart is heavy. Letterville brought many people together over the years on the online forum. Some felt like family even though we have never met. I pray Cisco pulls through. It was always a pleasure to watch his murals and videos. Certainly a colorful character.
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I met Cisco at one of Mike Meters meets. Talking to him for the first time was no different than talking to a long time friend. Great guy, great talent. Pull through this Cisco. Your work isn't done here yet.
-------------------- Dave Sherby "Sandman" SherWood Sign & Graphic Design Crystal Falls, MI 49920 906-875-6201 sherwoodsign@sbcglobal.net Posts: 5396 | From: Crystal Falls, MI USA | Registered: Apr 1999
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Never met Cisco in person but like Bob said over the years you get to know people from the forum. I pray that he will be back. I so want to hear some good news...
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I've always loved the enthusiasm and joy Cisco brings to life and everything he is involved with. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
-grampa dan
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I also talked with her. I was at the market putting my groceries away in my truck and crying at the same time. Very sad news. It's gonna be a while before it really hits home with me. I just can't believe our friend is gone.
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Cisco was a wonderful man who enjoyed life he will be missed by many. But I'm sure he is in a wonderful place and we will see him again someday.
-------------------- Barb Shortreed 144 Hill St. E. Fergus, Ontario Posts: 2375 | From: Fergus, Ont. | Registered: Sep 2000
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I'm recovering from major back surgery and this is the first time I've logged on in a couple weeks. I've had some good times with Cisco at several meets. He had a personality that filled the room. I'll certainly miss him.
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