On Mother's Day morning, May 13, Ron and Sherrie headed to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic for an incentive trip with Fenwal. From the picutre texts and phone calls we all received, they were having the time of their lives. Tragically on Thursday, May 17, Sherrie fell out of the golf cart, in which she and Ron were riding, and hit her head. Ron revived her with CPR and she seemed to be regaining consciousness well. They took her to the hospital where she then slipped into a coma.
It was determined that she needed to undergo a craniotomy with the neuro surgeon at the hospital. During the surgery, they discovered a fracture in her skull, a hematoma and a leak of fluid. The surgery took place at 2am Central time.
She is since out of surgery. She seems to be having a little trouble responding to the medication. Her blood pressure is low and she has needed a blood transfusion. Her heart rate is high and they are working to fix that. They are estimating that she will need to stay at the hospital in Punta Cana for at least 72 hours and until the swelling has reduced. The goal is to get her transferred to a US hospital, Northwestern, or to get a team of doctors to her.
Brandon, Zach and Brittney are on their way to the Dominican and will arrive today, May 18. Tyler, Todd and Brik Eyre will get there tomorrow morning. Thankfully there are wonderful people there to help. Deb Vieth and Chris Visak have been there with Ron to help coordinate things.
The outpouring of love has been incredible. Which is not surprising considering that Sherrie is adored by all. Many people have asked what they can do to help. First off, our thanks for you love and support. We all feel a bit helpless. The only thing we can really do at this point is to pray for her recovery and for the doctors to be guided in their care for her.
Many of us have started a fast today. We would love your participation. All prayers and encouragement are welcome.
We will do our best to keep you updated on her progress. We will know more once the kids arrive at the hospital and can update us regularly.
Labrum family,
ReplyDeleteTears fill my eyes as I read this...sadness for all of you and sadness for your mom. We have become a part of the Labrum family over the years and we love you all so much. We are standing in the gap for all of you, we are praying for all of you. May God cover you in His peace and love....may He give the Dr.'s wisdom and discernment. Your mom is a strong, beautiful woman...I love her dearly.....Love the Hollingsworth
Add Shreveport to the list of places from which love and prayers are being sent. We are hopeful for positive news in the very near future. Love you!
ReplyDeleteThe Ludlows
Oh, I feel so sad for my sweet little counselor. Sherrie is such a dear person. My prayers are with you. Love and hugs to all of you, Marilyn Thompson
ReplyDeleteDear Labrums
ReplyDeleteHope you remember your favorite sister missionary from years ago. I love Sherrie, she is dear. Love & prayers are coming from California.
Jocelyn Frandsen Brodowski
Dear Neighbors,
ReplyDeleteHang in there!! You are in our thoughts & prayers!!! Please let us know what we can do to help! There were no Lacrosse players in the yard today...should have known something was up!! Wishing you all home soon!!!
Love,
Marla, Joe, Steph, Sydney & Olivia
Dear Brandon and Labrum Family,
ReplyDeleteOur hearts break for you right now. We are praying for your sweet mother and hope for a speedy recovery. Please know we will be thinking of you constantly and look forward to hearing some good news.
Much Love,
Alissa, John and Jack McNicholas
Dear Labrum Family,
ReplyDeleteOur Hearts sadden as we found out about this news.. She is a wonderful person and mother and she has always brought happiness to our lives. Heavenly Father will bless her and your family by maintaining faith. We hope that she may recover soon and return to the states safely. We will think of her at all times and keep her in our prayers. We send our love to your family. We will check regularly for any updates.
Love,
Israel, Angelica, Jenny, Edson, and Alexa Suaste
We were so shocked to hear of Sherrie's injury. Life is so precious. Sherrie is my VT and came to see me just before Mother's Day with a lovely flower. Each time I look at it I remember her visits to me and feel her huggs. God bless you all and may He bless Sherrie with the strength to come thru this. We are praying for her and look forward to her being back home soon. We love you all...Jerry & Susana Parkin
ReplyDeletemy thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.... God bless Merry Jean Quezada
ReplyDeletePhil and I are including Sherrie and the entire Labrum family in our prayers. As Susana mentioned in her post, "Life is so precious". In the blink of an eye things can change. One of my favorite scriptures is in Proverbs, "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding". It is not for us to understand why things happen the way they do sometimes, but to move forward and trust that the Lord will guide us through our trials. Based on my personal experiences, it seems He always does.
ReplyDeletesister labrum and family- my prayers are with you guys. I am hoping and praying for a full recovery soon. Thank you for keeping us all updated on her progress.
ReplyDeletesending prayers and love your way
Courtney toopes
Sending love from our family to yours, we are praying for Sherrie and the whole Labrum family, including church and Fenwal. Including every Sherrie touches, in routine life and in this instance of trauma. We thank God for holding you in the palm of his hand, and ask for Sherrie's complete healing. We are with you in heart and thought.
ReplyDeleteAll our love and prayers for your family and for those assisting in Sister Labrum's recovery.
ReplyDeletePaul and Suzanne Grundberg