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► Add to the Discussion Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Bob Preusse added to this discussion on November 11, 2010 Bill Barger of Walsh Jesuit undergoing surgery at this very moment i am told-- i received this email, please say a few prayers for Bill. s/BobP "Friends, Bill is currently in ICU at Akron City Hospital with a brain aneurysm. He went to the doctor yesterday after experiencing severe headaches; a CAT scan revealed the bleed. We are awaiting a decision from the neurosurgeon regarding treatment. The staff at the hospital is amazed that Bill is talking normally and generally entertaining his wife and children. . . Prayers are requested and greatly appreciated; thank you."        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Bob Preusse added to this discussion on November 12, 2010 i am told Bill is in recovery in ICU, breathing on his own, and doing as well as can be expected.        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Grant Varnum added to this discussion on November 12, 2010 Bob - Thanks for the updates...any additional info, please let us know...there are thousands of us that have known him for decades (as you know), and are thinking of him and the fam... Thanks! gv        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Dom Mancini added to this discussion on November 13, 2010 Prayers for Bill and a speedy recovery        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Bob Preusse added to this discussion on November 13, 2010 John Mascio visited Bill very briefly today, no longer visits are possible right now-- Bill is being moved from ICU to an "observation unit" at Akron City hospital. John says Bill is aware of his surroundings is eating solid foods, and he can talk, all good to hear. s/BobP        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Hank Kornblut added to this discussion on November 13, 2010 All the best to Big Bill. Certainly he is one of the great coaches in Ohio hs wrestling history.        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Bob Preusse added to this discussion on November 17, 2010 Bill B underwent a 2nd surgery on Monday, not unusual in these cases i am told-- reports today are that he is awake, aware, talking, and eating solid foods. But no visitors please. Ironically Bill is set to receive our IRONMAN Legacy award, given each year before the Finals Saturday night, its a very high bar-- those so far to receive it (All came in person): Jeff Buxton, Blair Greg Urbas, st Eds Gene Gibbons, Cleveland John Marshall Mike Milkovich Sr, Maple Heights Jeff Jordan, st Paris Harry Lester, CVCA Bill Barger, Walsh Jesuit        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Bob Preusse added to this discussion on November 25, 2010 Just got a call-- made my Thanksgiving Day -- from coach Bill Barger. For those unaware Bill has had recent surgeries for a brain aneurism, he is in the hospital now, but not receiving visitors. i was just reminiscing, IRONMAN 2006, 103 finals Logan Stieber's only high school loss, to David Taylor. Stieber a freshman and Taylor a sophomore. Enjoy. s/BobP http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6Hdu-D7o_Q        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Dom Mancini added to this discussion on November 25, 2010 What is Coach Barger's status is he doing alright?        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Bob Preusse added to this discussion on November 26, 2010 i cant say his status, i don't know, only his family sees him --- but Bill was obviously weak when he called me yesterday from the hospital, and as he said to me, "Its been rough". Bill became pretty religious in his outlook over the last decade so i think he would approve of me recommending prayer. s/BobP        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Brad Proudfoot added to this discussion on November 26, 2010 Prayers for Coach Barger. Clearly he is one of the most influential coaches in Ohio history. Bob, thank you for providing updates. They are appreciated.        Discussion Topic: Bill Barger undergoes surgery Bob Preusse added to this discussion on November 30, 2010 Bill is doing well after a third brain surgery last week. He is out of ICU and may transfer to a rehab facility later today or tomorrow. No details yet on which facility. He’s eating, speaking, and walking well. s/BobP        ► Add to the Discussion