Daily Archives: June 24, 2010

June 24th, 10:00 p.m. EST Tonight’s update comes from me, and Michelle gets the night off… Needed rest for a woman who has been incredibly strong. My name is Mike Ruetschle, I am Steve’s younger brother by 18 months, and … Continue reading →

UPDATE 6-24-10 4:35EST Just heard from the post-op nurse.  Steve has been successfully extubated!!!  He is headed up to ICU now and we will hopefully be allowed to see him at 5pm.  Pure joy!  Please pray as he comes to … Continue reading →

UPDATE FROM MICHE 1:57pm EST Surgery proceeding smoothly. No updates for another hour or two. UPDATE FROM MICHE 12:15PM EST Just heard that Steve is now under and prepped successfully.  They are ready to begin surgery.  No more news for … Continue reading →

Dearest friends and family, A quick practical word as I prepare to visit Steve this morning. We have been overwhelmed with the most wonderful offers for visits. We are requesting that you refrain from phoning or visiting the hospital at … Continue reading →

23 June 2010 10:30 p.m. Dear friends and family, Another long day has finally spent itself.  I have been in the ICU all day.  What a blessing!  It is not common for the nurses to allow visitors to stay with … Continue reading →