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Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 17, 2023, 12:49 PM
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There is a Clemson fan named Phil Fuentes who lives in Louisiana who is also an Air Force veteran. He has cancer, but was hoping to make it for Military Appreciation Day last week. Unfortunately, his cancer has spread and he was unable to make it. I heard from his son this morning, who said, "I am hoping for a little Clemson magic for dad, one last time, so he can see the Tigers a final time."
It's gut-wrenching to hear that. IPTAY came through for me and got them tickets in the ADA section, and I've let some other people know and they've sent me a little money through Venmo to make sure they have gas, hotel and food money. A few people have invited them to tailgate, so it's all coming together. The Clemson family truly is special.
I hope he makes it and tailgates, sees Tiger Walk, and a big Tiger win. If anyone else has any ideas how to make this special let me know.
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 17, 2023, 12:50 PM
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Prayers for this gentleman and may the score be favorable and sunset in brilliant Orange and purple that day!
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 18, 2023, 10:36 AM
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Praying for a God given miracle cure of his disease.
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Perhaps he can be honored on the video board during a timeout.
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Nov 17, 2023, 12:53 PM
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Or even better, on the field during a quarter or halftime break?
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Re: Perhaps he can be honored on the video board during a timeout.
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Nov 17, 2023, 1:01 PM
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Sometimes Judge you let your humanity show and I like it!!! Well done sir!
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 17, 2023, 12:54 PM
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A beautiful effort David!
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I hope that the Tigers win and give him a great time.***
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Nov 17, 2023, 12:54 PM
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Thanks David, what a blessing for him to get to see his Tigers
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Nov 17, 2023, 12:56 PM
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play in Death Valley!
May God be with him in his travels and he thoroughly enjoy his trip and time in Clemson.
This is why football or sports in general is so special. It means a lot to people, and what an honor to have him in Clemson this weekend for a big game with UNC.
And to this Veteran, thank you for our Freedom!!!!!
Go Tigers!!
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Gotta love our healthcare system that has people like Phil
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Nov 17, 2023, 1:02 PM
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asking for donations to his GoFundMe to pay his medical bills. Best country in the world! I'm just glad Jeff Bezos doesn't have to pay too much in taxes, otherwise he might not be able to afford that new $500 million yacht he just bought.
https://www.businessinsider.com/jeff-bezos-yacht
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Re: Gotta love our healthcare system that has people like Phil
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Nov 17, 2023, 5:35 PM
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Ever since Bezos kicked his wife to the curb it looks like he’s taking testosterone or HGH or had bicep implants. You can see the new model he traded for on the foredeck.
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Looks like his wife has seen more knife than a cutting board.***
Nov 18, 2023, 5:43 AM
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Re: I read a book about it called: "America's Bitter Pill"
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Nov 18, 2023, 10:40 AM
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Agreed....it would be an easier task to name the things greed and corruption hasn't destroyed in this country . You would have a very very short list for sure
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 17, 2023, 1:01 PM
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They should let him be the hero of the game and honor him on the field during a media timeout.
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 17, 2023, 1:03 PM
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I’m sure Dabo would sign a football for him and provide other football mementos.
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 17, 2023, 1:04 PM
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Hope he can make it and is able to enjoy himself. Thanks for his service. May God Bless him.
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 17, 2023, 4:24 PM
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Thanks David for posting this story. May this veteran get his wish and see the Tigers reign over UNC one last time in Memorial Stadium.
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 17, 2023, 4:42 PM
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How about the ROTC guys let him fire the cannon one time
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 18, 2023, 5:21 AM
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Awesome!!!
Thank You Hood, Iptay, and Clemson Family!!
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 18, 2023, 5:51 AM
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Thank you David for being the hands and feet to bless this service hero and Tiger family member. .
Praying for him and his family to have an awesome day and be blessed mightily.
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 18, 2023, 6:03 AM
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Hope it all works out today for him. Go Tiger Nation. Make it happen.
GO TIGERS BEAT THE HEELS!!!
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 18, 2023, 7:02 AM
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David, I cant think of a better way to give back than to help this Vet make his way to Clemson. Can you get me his Venmo account? I think you still have my cell number.
Ken Jackson
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 18, 2023, 10:21 AM
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Prayers for this young man and his family God Bless
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Re: Veteran with cancer headed to Clemson
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Nov 18, 2023, 11:07 AM
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I contributed when you originally mentioned it.
TMail me if these folks can make it but need a hotel. I’ll arrange and cover it if that’s a constraint.
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