jimmy t posted a note for Richard that says: Hay Boots
told you your not done here yet . Dad would probably kick your ass back anyway.
love you brother , Get your rest .let me know if you and the family need anything.

Jimmy T

Jeannine posted a note for Richard that says: Good news boots! Heaven doesn't want cha, Hell's afraid you'll take over!!

Jeannine :-)

DOUG (BEARS FAN STUCK IN WIS.) posted a note for Richard that says: HELLO RICHARD AND TERESA
GLAD TO HEAR THINGS WENT PRETTY GOOD. WAS THINKING ABOUT YOU ALL DAY LONG TODAY DEC 12. GOD SPEED FOR SPEEDY STRONG RECOVERY.

The Carriere's posted a note for Richard that says: Great news!

Dan Sinclair posted a note for Richard that says: That is good news, tough part over, downhill (meaning easier) from here.
Thoughts and Prayers!
Please keep us posted!
Take Care!

Charlie McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: That is great news!!! Thanks for sharing - prayers answered for a successful surgery!

Rory D posted a note for Richard that says: Glad to hear. Best regards.

Lynn Ennis posted a note for Richard that says: Great news! All the best,

Susan Susan posted a note for Richard that says: That is way we like it. Sounds good with good results. Bless you both and thanks for the good posts.

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Teresa
Wonderful news! All the best to you both the rest of today. Try to get some rest tonight this can really tire everyone out.

Cindy Felicicchia posted a note for Richard that says: Hi Rich,

I know you'll be back to reading these soon. We hear your heart is beating strong!! Joe felt honored you mentioned him and cant wait to prepare you a meal (ok maybe me). I can't promise it will be good, but healthy!

We wish you the very best! Thanks to Theresa for keeping everyone in the loop!

The Felicicchia Family

Rebecca DeMornay posted a note for Richard that says: AWESOME NEWS !

Cindy Felicicchia posted a note for Richard that says: Hi Theresa,

Thank you so much for the updates. We are constantly thinking of you all and praying for a speedy recovery!

The Felicicchia Family

Allyson Manchik posted a note for Richard that says: Great news, glad all went well!

Woody Malitz posted a note for Richard that says: Teresa,
So far so good. In great hands.
Woody & Mickey

Paul and Ande Reiter posted a note for Richard that says: Thanks for the update - prayers continue

Bruce Lowy posted a note for Richard that says: Talk to you soon. Heal well my friend

The Manchik Family posted a note for Richard that says: Teresa,

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

The Carriere's posted a note for Richard that says: In our thoughts and prayers right now Rich and family.

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Teresa
It will be a long day for you. We are waiting with you. All the best while they perform the procedure.

Auntie Cori posted a note for Richard that says: Hang in there Teresa. Sending you all our love. Xxxxooo

Paul Reiter posted a note for Richard that says: Prayers go with you both through today and into your healing

Rebecca "DeMornay" Martorano posted a note for Richard that says: In my prayers Uncle Boots! I Miss you :)

Charlie McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: We are thinking and praying for Richard, Dr. Gillinov & team and the Volpe Family on this most important day.

Susan Smith posted a note for Richard that says: Thanks for the word. We are all praying for a great outcome for Richard. Waiting can be tough. Patience is a virtue.

Paul and Ande Reiter posted a note for Richard that says: Richard and Teresa - Ande and I are remembering you both in our prayers. We trust that you will do well in the hands of Dr. Gillinov, his team and the good Lord.
Please keep us posted.

Elana posted a note for Richard that says: Thinking of you... Thoughts and prayers, we love you!

holly arnokd posted a note for Richard that says: Praying all goes well!

Rebecca S posted a note for Richard that says: Best wishes for a smooth surgery tomorrow. Here's hoping this one will last a really really long time. Prayers for you.

Jackie posted a note for Richard that says: Prayers for a speedy recovery.

Lynn Ennis posted a note for Richard that says: Hey Richard,
You will do great tomorrow ! I bet you recover faster the second time round as well...these situations are out of our hands..all the best!

Charlie McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: Our thoughts and prayers for great success tomorrow with your surgery from all of us!

Your Ice Dogs Clan

Slobodan posted a note for Richard that says: Good luck my friend. See you soon.

Susan Smith posted a note for Richard that says: Richard you are in my prayers. This time it will work and you will do great. Will watch for the post.

Vivian Wilson posted a note for Richard that says: Good thoughts and prayers are coming your way.
Vivian

Roxanne posted a note for Richard that says: Good luck with surgery tomorrow.

Jim Jones posted a note for Richard that says: Richard
Tomorrow is your day. The very best of success with the surgery. I look forward to following the updates. Great hospital, great surgeon. All the best.

Bob, Barb and the elves posted a note for Richard that says: The Claus family is with you in spirit tomorrow. You are in the best hands---God and the surgeon. Look forward to having you back in town to collect your new Christmas toy.

Dan Post posted a note for Richard that says: Richard,

Sorry to hear your headed for another surgery. I chose the mechanical valve in Nov 2011 at 53. Doctors told me I should be good for 20-25 years.

I know everyone is different, but I've had no issues with the blood thinner and I only go in every 5 weeks now for it to be checked. I hope you the same success.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Dan P
WI

Sidney Nash posted a note for Richard that says: Richard,

Sorry to hear you are so soon to get replacement valve. I did ask my surgeon, Dr. Hughes at Duke, how much riskier a second surgery would be from the first. He told me the surgeries were very similar in risk (< 1%). Hope this helps. You will do fine, second time will be much easier.

Tom Griesen posted a note for Richard that says: I too have had my aortic valve replaced twice. In 12/10, the original was replaced with a pig valve. In April of 2013, a mechanical valve was put in. My pig valve began to fail and with surgery they found that the pig valve had endocarditis. The mechanical valve is doing fine at this time. I chose the pig valve originally to be able to get off of cummadin. Like your situation, all arteries were clear which was the good news.

Susan Smith posted a note for Richard that says: Richard, no date yet. I go to Cardio the 7th of March, so that is my deadline on the 50 pounds. I am already classified as "severe" and he has already talked replacement valve and other test. So I feel that he didn't go to the next step as he wanted me to lose weight. I can't exercise much so it is cut portions and types of food. No cakes, no Chicago hot dogs, etc.... just basics. This is a must do for me. This time for you is going to do the trick and let you get on with your life as it should be. The very best of everything and you are in my prayers for smooth surgery and recovery.

Joseph Kusiak posted a note for Richard that says: Hi Richard, I had a my aortic valve replaced 4.5 months ago with a tissue valve. How did you find out yours was leaking? I can not imagine how you must have felt when hearing the news even though it was 3 years later.

holly arnold posted a note for Richard that says: Glad everything was clear! Rich food here you come:)

Carol Jackson posted a note for Richard that says: Richard,
So sorry to hear about your valve redo. I guess we all know that there can be complications with our surgery either sooner, later or not at all. So thankful that they can do a redo. I had surgery Oct. 8 at Mayo and so far so good. I will be your prayer warrior!

Susan Smith, pre-op and waiting posted a note for Richard that says: Hey Richard, since I am trying to lose 50 lbs (37 down)I am glad someone can eat all that delicious food. After this is all over with for you, eat some for me. Keeping you in prayer for success all away around.

John McLaughlin posted a note for Richard that says: Hey I like pizza, Chicago style hot dogs, Italian beef and cake too! You have the diet of a 13 year old! Thinking of you and hope you have a successful surgery on Thursday - the team is pulling for you and cannot wait to see you back at the rink and hear some of your jokes again!

The mor's posted a note for Richard that says: Don't forget about all the pecan tassi's you have to eat too Renee! That DNA is a great Italian Jewish combination.

Love,

Adi Kim Jon and josh!

Auntie Cori posted a note for Richard that says: Sending you all my love and prayers for a successful surgery this week and then a speedy recovery. xoxoo times one millon.

Paul Reiter posted a note for Richard that says: Richard I remember the waiting after the heart cath as if it were yesterday. You and I know that Doctor Gilinov is the best, and that his team is one of the best as well. Please know that I have half of St. Louis praying for you! Know that you will be remembered on Thursday. Best wishes my friend.