Bill Hedin

[Rich Klein]

Many of us have followed his own health issues on this board, this morning I received an email that his wife has taken very ill and needs all the prayers we can giver her as well

Rich

[barrysloate]

Our prayers to her, as well as to Bill. Awful that both of them are facing terrible illnesses.

[Leon]

Certainly hope Bill's wife gets better quick. Thoughts and prayers go out for her and himself.

[Jay Wolt]

I rec'd a couple of emails from Bill as well and my prayers have been sent out.
Bill has gone through so much & now Becky is in need of our prayers & support.

[scooter729]

Best wishes to you and Becky, Bill - he shared with me a couple of weeks ago that she suffered a "freak" injury and broke her leg. As tough as that is, I hope that's the extent of it and nothing else has happened as well - they are great people who don't deserve all they've been through!

Take care, buddy!
Scott

[ruth-gehrig]

My prayers are with both of them!

[Matthew H]

Bill's such a great guy, I'll certainly be praying for his wife's health.

[rjackson44]

hope all works with bill and his famaly great person

[Republicaninmass]

prayers sent, and yes one of the good guys!

[autograf]

Praying for the Hedin's.......

[greenmonster66]

Bill is a wonderful human being and he has an awesome wife and family! I too received his email this am and I am praying very hard that his wonderful wife makes a full recovery!! God Bless!

[4815162342]

Bill's positive attitude is always uplifting on this board. I'll pray that God heals him and his wife of their illnesses.

Luke 13:11-13

[tedzan]

Bill

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wife.

GOD BLESS you and your family.


TED Z

[peterose4hof]

Bill, My family as well as our church family will be praying for the health of your family. May God Bless You!

[kmac32]

Positive thoughts

[ullmandds]

wishing you both a speedy recovery!

[glchen]

Take care, Bill, and wishing the best for your wife.

[leftygrove10]

I will keep them in my thoughts and prayers....

[bh3443]

Thank you all so much. I'm so scared, as this is bad, bad news.
Becky broke her leg which we thought was healing fine. Yesterday morning she suffered a heart attack and pulmonary ambulism which is a large blood clot in her lungs.
She's at Massachusetts General Hospital in Critical condition and is in a coma and on a ventilator.
She has a 1 in 5 shot at surviving and then we have the issues of damage done while she was w/o a pulse and brought back twice.
I'm home feeding the dogs and heading back to the hospital to sleep at her side. She's had two operations already and after today's, I sat next to hear holding her hand (trying not to cry) telling her I love her.
The last time I saw Becky before this was Monday morning when we took the dogs to our favorite lake for a walk. I held her hand and told her how much I love her. The next time I saw her was 5 hours later in the hospital. She was un-responsive and so weak. I could only look at her and hold her hand saying I love you over and over again.
I'm a wreck, I'm scared.
Thank you all for your kind words, thoughts and prayers. It means so much to our family. You are all the best!
Your Friend,
Bill Hedin

[Jay Wolt]

Bill, Stay Strong!

[whitehse]

I just cannot imagine what you are going through Bill. My thoughts and prayers are heading out to you and your wife.

[bbcard1]

God bless Bill. You are in my prayers.

[ibuysportsephemera]

I am so sorry to hear about your troubles Bill....positive thoughts and prayers for you and your wife.

Jeff

[AndyG09]

Bill,

I am so sorry you are going through this tough ordeal. Sending positive thoughts and prayers to you and your family. You are certainly one of the most positive souls on the board. Hope things turn for the best very soon.


Andy

[ethicsprof]

my prayers are with you this moment and will continue on for you and your wife.
all the best, my friend

Barry

[ksfarmboy]

Bill, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your wife.

[jbsports33]

God Bless Bill and his family

Jimmy

[sox1903wschamp]

Bill: I said a prayer for your family tonight. Hang in there buddy.

[Tim Kindler]

Just wanted to send my best wishes, thoughts, and prayers out to Bill, his wife Becky, and their family. I hope that Becky comes through and recovers as swiftly as possible.
God Bless,
Tim Kindler

[atx840]

My thoughts and prayers are with you Bill.

[batsballsbases]

Bill,
My thoughts and Prayers go out to you and yours at this time . Hope all works out. All your friends at Net54!

[Tcards-Please]

Bill,

Emily and I are keeping you and Becky in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and hang in there.

r/
Frank

[Big Ben]

Bill, I barely know of you through this message board. Stay strong and prayers go out to you and your wife.

[teetwoohsix]

Hi Bill-

My wife and I would like you to know that you're both in our prayers and we hope your wife has a speedy recovery from this. Stay strong & positive-

Sincerely, Clayton & Laura

[7nohitter]

Best Wishes being sent one town over!

[irishdenny]

Mr Hedin,

My heart & knelling prayers go out to you & your precious wife, may you be covered in awesome mercy...

[ullmandds]

my gosh bill...I also...cannot imagine what that must me like...I'll be thinking of you guys.

[aquarius31]

Bill, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[glynparson]

are in my thoughts.

[Wite3]

Bill,
Just saw this. I am so sorry and you and your wife (and the rest of your family) are in my thoughts. Sending positivity your way. Stay strong.

Joshua

[19cbb]

Best wishes Bill.
Stay strong!

[Vintagecatcher]

Bill,

You and your family are in my prayers!

Patrick

[emmygirl]

Dear Bill, my wife and I are praying continuely for you and your wife. God is the Great Healer, in Him we trust. Stay strong.. Jim

[edhans]

Our prayers go out to you, Bill

[Donscards]

Hi Billy---sorry to hear the news---My best goes out to you and your wife----Pauline and I will keep your family in our prayers----I go back 30 years with you when you were promoting shows in Burlington--(Those were the good old days)--You are a true gentleman and deserve the best. I hope everything turns around for you and your wife. You have a great family---say hi to all and best to you.---Your Friend, Don

[slidekellyslide]

Stay strong Bill, my thoughts are with you.

[Jantz]

My Best Wishes Bill.

Hope your wife is getting great care, starts feeling better and has a speedy recovery!


Jantz

[obcbobd]

Bill add me to the long list of people saying a few extra prayers for you and your wife.

God Bless

Bob

[dstudeba]

Best wishes Bill, I have always been struck by how positive you are about everything, may that help carry you and her through this.

[familytoad]

Bill you are one of the good guys, although I know it by only reading your posts and seeing how you carry yourself.

I feel so bad for you in these troubled times. You seem to be amazingly resilient and have long ago learned to lean on your wonderful family and friends for support. Your friends here @N54 are with you!
God Bless...Brian

[mayx2]

My thoughts and prayers go to Bill Hedin and family. Lou

[mrvster]

Thoughts and prayers to you and your wife.....God bless....


Peace

Johnny

[MVSNYC]

Bill- wishing you & your wife all the best. stay strong!

[Rickyy]

My best wishes and prayers to Bill and his family!

Ricky Y

[jp1216]

Best wishes. Take care Bill.

[dherm360]

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

[bh3443]

I want to thank EVERYONE for the kind words, prayers and advise.
I checked in with my Dr today, and I do have a new infection in my blood and I needed treatment TODAY, which I got.
I'm now on my way to see my wife at her hospital and my Dr set it up so I have the use of a wheel chair as my legs are giving out from the infection and the stress.
Becky is in a coma, and things are simply horrible.
I have our two daughters, various family and friends helping out.
I'll keep you all posted.
Thanks and God Bless,
Bill Hedin

[Big Six]

Hang in there Bill...thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Matt

[rc4157]

Bill, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. You are truly one of the good guys on this board.
My best,
RC

[E93]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. All the best,
JimB

[Peter W Thomas]

Bill, my wife went thru a serious medical issue 4 years ago and now is doing well. It would be nice if we could pass by Cashman's for a soda and talk. I hope that you and your wife are as fortunate as my wife and I.
Peter and Linda.

[bh3443]

Becky passed away this evening at 6 PM at the Mass General Hospital.
She was surrounded by friends and family, and she is now in Heaven with God.
I miss her and I am completely devastated.
I can't begin to tell you the sorrow I feel. She was my entire life, and I love her so much. I miss her and I'm making the funeral arrangements now. I have my work cut out for me working to finance the expenses of the coffin, wake and funeral.
I'll probably be selling every card I own to pay for this, but she deserves a big send off.
I'll post funeral and wake details tomorrow. You can email me at: bh3443@aol.com or write me at:
Bill Hedin, 3 Murray Rd, Framingham, MA 01701
Thank you all for your help and I love you all.
Regards,
Billl Hedin

[Robextend]

Bill, my deepest condolences...please try and stay strong in this tough time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Jay Wolt]

Holy crap! Don't know what to say
Bill you have my #, call me whenever you are up to it

[glchen]

My condolences Bill to you and your family in this time of loss. Please take care.

[Gradedcardman]

Bill,

Thinking of you and yours.

Adam

[kmac32]

So sorry to hear this. Life definitely is not fair. Will keep you and your family in my prayers.

[gnaz01]

Bill,

Truly sorry for your loss!! Stay strong and may God be with you through this!!

Your friend,
Greg

[Matthew H]

Bill, this must be hard to bear for you. Your family is certainly in my prayers.

God bless,

Matt Hall

[Leon]

Bill
So sad for your loss. My deepest sympathies. Try to stay strong. warm regards... leon

[Scott L.]

It tears me up when kind and wonderful people have to deal with so much pain.

May God be with you and your family.

Scott

[bijoem]

very sorry for your loss.

[Ladder7]

One of the most pleasant guys on this board. My heart goes out to you Bill. I hope you and your family can stay strong through this tragic time. Steve F

[71buc]

I am so sorry for your loss. I can't begin to imagine the pain you feel. You and your family are in our prayers.

[terjung]

So sorry for your loss, Bill. I just sent up a prayer for you and your family.

Stay strong, brother.
-Brian

[rp12367]

Bill, So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ralph

[mrvster]

This is terrible terrible news and my heart goes out to you and your entire family.....

Peace

Johnny

[t206blogcom]

I'm so sorry for your loss. May God be with your family and you.

[bh3443]

One of the most pleasant guys on this board. My heart goes out to you Bill. I hope you and your family can stay strong through this tragic time. Steve F

Steve, Thanks for the help, you are the best! The $$ will most certainly help and GOD BLESS YOU my friend, Bil Hedin

[GrayGhost]

Damn it. Im so sorry Bill. Not what I needed to read w how things are going for me now either. Your wife is in a better place, w no pain and will always be in your heart. Still, you have LOTS of people if u ever need to talk/write to try and cope.

May Becky Rest in Peace..

[Danny Smith]

My condolences. Best to you and your family. May you wife rest in peace.

Danny

[e107collector]

Bill,

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Tony

[bh3443]

Thank you all so very much! Your generous help is getting me closer to paying for all Becky's needs at this time.
God Bless us all.
Your help is simply awesome!
Your Friend,
Bill Hedin

[scooter729]

I can't imagine how you feel, Bill - this is such awful news and I send my deepest condolences. God bless your whole family - you are all such wonderful people and don't deserve to suffer like this. We are all praying for you.

Scott

[batsballsbases]

Bill,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts go out to you ! Regards Al

[teetwoohsix]

Bill, I'm sorry to hear about how this turned out & I can only imagine how hard this must be to deal with. Our prayers go out to you-hang in there. My deepest sympathies go out to you as well.

Sincerely, Clayton

[wrapperguy]

So sorry for your loss, Bill.

[whitehse]

I have been avoiding opening up this thread because I just didnt want to see the news I now see. Bill, I dont know you other than reading your posts here on the boards and by what others have said about you. My heart goes out to you and your family and, although words at this time cannot help ease your pain, my thoughts and prayers are with you right now.

[barrysloate]

Dear Bill,
I'm not sure I have the words to express how deeply sorry I am for you. You have been dealing with the most horrible illness for the longest time, and have handled it with grace and courage the whole way through. Now you have been dealt a terrible blow and have lost the most important person in your life. My heart goes out to you, and I want you to know that my wife and I have you in our thoughts. You have to find a way to stay strong so that you can maintain your health in this very difficult time. I truly believe you have the strength to do it, and you know you have the support of the entire Net54 community.

With deepest sympathy,
Barry

[kkkkandp]

Bill:

It's sobering news like this that puts all of our petty squabbling on the board into perspective.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kevin

[Rich Klein]

with all the other posters

Bill

Stay strong, because now you truly need all your strength and remember Becky is with you always

I need you around to trade with

Rich

[toppcat]

Bill-my deepest condolences to you at this terrible time.

[bunst]

I have been avoiding opening up this thread because I just didnt want to see the news I now see. Bill, I dont know you other than reading your posts here on the boards and by what others have said about you. My heart goes out to you and your family and, although words at this time cannot help ease your pain, my thoughts and prayers are with you right now.

Andrew's words best convey what I wanted to say. Bill, I am so sorry for your loss.

[obcbobd]

Bill

My condolences to you and your family.

Bob

[CobbSpikedMe]

I have been avoiding opening up this thread because I just didnt want to see the news I now see. Bill, I dont know you other than reading your posts here on the boards and by what others have said about you. My heart goes out to you and your family and, although words at this time cannot help ease your pain, my thoughts and prayers are with you right now.

Andrew said this very well. I only know you on the boards, Bill, but I can certainly send you my prayers and best wishes at this trying time for you. Just know that your wife is with you always and that everyone is here for you.

You can make it through this. Stay strong.

Best,

AndyH

[7nohitter]

So sorry to read this news.

[Kenny Cole]

What horrible news. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours.

Kenny Cole

[benjulmag]

Bill,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I extend my deepest condolences to you and your family. I hope in time the deep pain you are currently experiencing will be replaced by the comfort of loving memories.

Best always,

Corey

[bh3443]

Thank you all so much. I truly appreciate your prayers, kind words, and help financially with paying for the services.
It's been a difficult week, and I will get through the services this week.
Being alone is extremely difficult and when my daughters go back home, I'll be alone with my 2 dogs.
However, I have many blessings like my family and awesome friends here on Net54. I am fortunate to have this in my life.
I'm going to the funeral home now to finalize everything and I'll post the details for any one locally that can attend.
In closing, if it was Becky posting that I had passed away, it would not be a shock. However, for me to post this it is a shock because my wife was never sick, had no bad habits and was in great health.
I have to say, you just never know.
Thank You,
Bill Hedin

[Wite3]

So sorry Bill...my thoughts are with you and your family!

Joshua

[joeadcock]

Bill

I am so sorry.
(I have serious illness in my own home and know only some of what you are feeling now).
My sincerest sympathies are with you Bill.
My words cannot do anywhere near enough. I hope God is able to soothe your feelings.
A wife is such a special person.


Sincerely to you my friend

Frank L

[Bicem]

no words for this, so sorry for your loss Bill

[Beatles Guy]

My condolences Bill. Thinking of you and yours.

[ethicsprof]

My dear friend,
I am so sorry to hear of Becky's passing. I have some sense of how very,very close
you two have been and want you to know that you are in our prayers and hearts in the deepest way.
May God be with you through this most difficult time.
With sincerest sympathy and condolences,
Barry and Margaret

[AndyG09]

Bill,

I can't imagine what you're going through. Please do your best to stay strong.

Best,

Andy

[mayx2]

RIP Becky Hedin,My prayers to Bill and his family! Lou

[jbbama]

Words cant express how sorry i am to hear this.....I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Remember Jesus loves you, he will not leave you in your time of despair.

[peterose4hof]

Dear Bill,

I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the pain and sadness you are feeling. It hurts my heart thinking of how you're suffering.

You have one of the most positive and uplifting spirits of anyone here at net54. If anyone can persevere in the toughest of times I know it is you! Be strong for your family and love on them as much as possible. It's the best medicine.

[Lordstan]

Bill,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. You will be kept in my thoughts. It's time like these that we all reflect on our lives and appreciate a little more the things we have.
My best,
Mark

[Jlighter]

Sorry for your loss.

R.I.P.

Jake

[Brian Van Horn]

My condolences, Bill.

[bigfish]

I wish you and your family the best. Toby Peterson

[Texxxx]

I am very sorry for your loss.

[laughlinfan]

Certainly did not want to see this terrible news, Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Marty

[Al C.risafulli]

Bill, we don't know one another, but I've been sending you my thoughts from afar for what seems like a few years now. You've always been an inspiration.

I'm so, so sorry to hear this horrible news. You're in my thoughts, and I can only hope that you can find peace in all this hardship.

Warmest regards and deepest condolences,

-Al

[smtjoy]

Sorry for your loss.

RIP

[dog*dirt]

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[19cbb]

Bill, very sorry to read about your loss.
Please accept my condolences.
May she rest in peace and forever be remembered.

[wolf441]

Deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Steve

[soxinseven]

Bill,
I am very sorry to hear this. She was a very special person and will be missed.
Steve

[Tim Kindler]

I haven't been on the board in a couple of days and am saddened to read of Becky's passing. My deepest condolences go out to Bill and their family and friends.

God Bless,
Tim Kindler

[Donscards]

Bill---I am so sorry to read about your loss. My wife and I talked about you and Becky last night. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. So Sorry, Don Hontz

[bh3443]

Thank you Don and everyone. Here's the obituary. The wake is Wednesday and funeral is Thurday.
All my best,
Bill Hedin

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/bostonglobe/obituary.aspx?n=rebecca-b-hedin-neblett&pid=159899953#fbLoggedOut

[Rickyy]

My condolences to Bill and the entire Hedin family. I'm very sorry to hear of your loss....

Ricky Y

[ksfarmboy]

Bill I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

[LEHR]

Bill, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences.

[Peter W Thomas]

Bill, Linda and I send our deepest sympathy to and your family for your loss.

[edhans]

Our sincere condolences Bill.

[jujudrum]

Bill,

We also had a living room discussion about the Hedin family, late last evening. Mary and i are so sorry to hear about Your loss.

[bh3443]

Today, my oldest daughter, Doctor Whitney B. Hunt (a Pediatrician), her husband & my son-in-law Proffessor Matthew Hunt and I explained to our 4 year old grand-daughter Avery about her Nana being in Heaven with God.
It was difficult as she does not understand it all.
Avery played dollhouse with my Mom (her Memere) and I (her Papa), but a few minutes later she wanted her Mommy and was crying because her Nana (Becky) was not here in the house. She was sad, but she told us all she loved us and asked why Nana was not here. She reasoned that Nana should be here because we loved her. Avery cried and had to be consoled.
An hour later Avery was playing with us again, making the top floor of the doll house "Heaven" where she hung Nana's picture up.
If this doesn't make any one sad, nothing will.
All our love & thanks to you all.
Rgrds,
Bill Hedin

[GoldenAge50s]

My thoughts & prayers go out to you & your family. I'm very sorry for your loss.

[almostdone]

Bill,
Though we have never met I look to you as an inspiration of integrity in a hobby that can be cold at times. My wife and I send our deepest and most heart felt condolences in this tough and trying time.
Drew

[tedzan]

Bill

You and I go way back to the early Willow Grove show days in the early 1980's.

GOD Bless you and your family. And, may the fond and loving memories of Becky comfort you and your family.

Sincerely,

Ted Z

[con40]

Bill, my sincerest condolences on your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

[brookdodger55]

May the lord bless you and your family during this difficult time. I will keep
you and your family in my prayers.
Mike

[bh3443]

I want to thank EVERYONE for all your help. Your prayers, kind words and financial help is greatly appreciated. You are the best!

I never in my wildest dreams expected you guys were going to send me some money to help with the burial expenses, but, WOW~~~ am I pleasantly surprised!

This community has always been there or me and I truly appreiate your help.

May God Bless each and every one of you and your families. Your kindness is appreciated very much.

The wake's Wednesday and funeral is Thursday. I'll get through this now because you all have truly shown me in many ways that friends help friends.

God Bless you all.

Regards,

Bill Hedin

[nolemmings]

Bill, I am very sorry for your loss. Although I am presently unmarried and therefore cannot relate to precisely what you are going through, I like most everyone here has suffered the loss of special people in my life. Words fail pitifully in describing the feelings these losses bring into play. I hope you find or keep the faith that makes you strong, and may you and your family enjoy peace.

[Clark7781]

Bill, two years ago at the age of 35 with a five year old I lost a wife to lung cancer. I have walked in your shoes. Life sucks right now. I KNOW what you are going through.

If you need to talk to a fellow collector who has been there and truly unerstands what you are going through, PM me and I will give you my cell phone number. Widowers need to stick together. And please know there is life after tragedy. God bless you in this time....

[CW]

I'm so sorry for your loss, Bill. May Becky rest in peace. She is not truly gone, as she will live on in your mind and in your heart.