Feb. 25 Results from biopsy all came back negative today, that's 14 negatives. Things are looking good. Thank you all PAPA

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Feb. 18 Just writing to say everything is still going well. If you go to my web page, you can read about my donor and who he was. His name was James Short,he was 24.years old. A world class roller bladder, song writer,and musician. To he and his family, my family and I will be forever grateful. Papa

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James David Short, whose life was described by his friends as "a unique and beautiful song," passed away at the age of 24, while surrounded by his family on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009, in Akron General Medical Center following injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Aug. 26. Born March 18, 1985, in Aultman Hospital at Canton, James was the beloved son of Rodney L. and Debra "Reb" Lynn (Robinson) Short of New Philadelphia. James was a young man of great charisma and fun-loving persona whom everyone enjoyed knowing. He was especially energized by working with children, inspiring them to succeed, having earned notoriety in professional rollerblade competitions around the country. James graduated from New Philadelphia High School and has spent much of the last decade earning a Ph.D. from the School of Life. Having also lived in California, Michigan and Pennsylvania, James was looking forward to beginning his education at Kent State University's TusCampus, having recently received a Pell grant and eagerly awaiting his letter of acceptance. During his high school years, he began his musical and rollerblading careers. He was a talented singer, songwriter, bass player and guitar player, sharing his musical abilities in a number of bands including One Thing, Autumn Remains, The Color 7, Brickyard Slaves, and The Paul Allens. He was also an accomplished solo acoustic artist. James was a free spirit who enjoyed all that life had to offer. He was proud of the fact he had slept in the Rocky Mountains, on the beaches of California, and in the desert. He traveled Route 66 to California one time, just because he thought it would be exciting to do. His professional rollerblading career gave him the opportunity to see most of the United States. He was internationally known for his standing record of the longest toe roll in the world, and other tricks which incorporated the toe roll. He was supported by a number of sponsors during his rollerblading career. Currently, Remz (Skates), INRI Clothing, Jolly Jolly Heartbreakers, and Sic Apparel were his tour sponsors. He also has been backed by 9MM, Razors, Ground Control and Mix Theorem. When not rollerblading or creating music, James was the life of the party, working at Jesana's Pizza. There, he was an assistant manager and loved creating what he called "artistic, delicious masterpieces." He has also worked for a variety of other companies including Radio Shack, Larry Karol CD's and More, Wal-Mart, Q-dobas and Olga's Kitchen in Detroit, Mich. In addition to his parents, who will deeply miss James, he is survived by his maternal grandfather, Herb Robinson Jr. and his companion, Ingrid Parker of New Philadelphia; his aunts, Sandy Hartshorn and her family of Clyde, O., and Barbara (husband, Dan) Leishman of New Philadelphia; his uncle, Dave (wife, Patti) Robinson of Naperville, Ill.; numerous cousins; and a world of friends. James was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Kathryn Robinson, and his paternal grandparents, Chalmer and Mary Short. Visitation will be held in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia, 116 2nd St. NE on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, from 4 to 8 p.m. A service celebrating James' life will be held in the funeral home's chapel on Friday beginning at 11 a.m. with Pastor Matt Roe officiating. Special arrangements have been made to lead the funeral procession past James' second home, the New Philadelphia Skate Park, en route to Roxford Church Cemetery, where inurnment will be conducted. Those wishing to ride a motorcycle in the procession are encouraged to do so and will be directed by Geib staff upon arrival at the funeral home. Those unable to attend are invited to share memories and condolences with the family by visiting the funeral home's Web site. In an interview given to BE-MAG/Rollerblading Magazine this past July, James responded to a reporter who asked Short about whether or not he would ever settle into one place. He replied, "I am not a stationary person. I live for right now. It's hard for a lot of people to fathom. I move a lot because I'm in need of new experiences. It truly is what makes the creative mind work." � James' philosophy on life was, "It's all good." He also believed, "I'm child and man, then child again. The boy never gets older." Please direct memorial contributions in James' memory to any Dover-Phila Federal Credit Union, where an account has been established. His parents are going to distribute the money donated to allow other children to achieve their dreams. Because James gave life to others through organ donation, and because he leaves behind so many loving family, friends and fans, he'll be forever on the move in the heavens above, riffing with the best, rolling with the rest, and waiting to welcome us Home. Linn-Hert-Geib

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By Joe Mizer The Times-Reporter Posted Aug 31, 2009 @ 12:04 AM A report will be turned over to the Tuscarawas County prosecutor’s office for further review following the death Sunday of James D. Short, 24, of 116 Ray Ave. NW, New Philadelphia, stemming from a motorcycle/car accident Wednesday. New Philadelphia police Officer David Cimperman said the collision of Short’s motorcycle and a car driven by Doris A. Caranda, 48, of 412 Kelly St. NW, New Philadelphia, appears to have occurred in Short’s lane of travel. The accident was reported Wednesday at about 9 p.m., and Short was listed Thursday in serious condition in the medical intensive care unit of Akron General Medical Center, where he was flown by helicopter Wednesday night. Cimperman said Sunday that evidence shows that Short was westbound on Park Ave. NW and was turning north onto Union Ave. NW. Caranda was driving a car south on Union Ave. and was turning left (east) onto Park Ave. Cimperman said Short’s motorcycle was “technically in the intersection” and “definitely on the right of way for the northbound lane” when the collision occurred. Short, who was not wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and was thrown about 20 to 30 feet from the point of impact. Caranda, who was not injured, was cited for driving under the influence and possession of marijuana. Cimperman noted Sunday, however, that he has not cited yet for the underlying charge and said that won’t be done until he has a chance to discuss the report with the prosecutor. Meanwhile, about 200 of Short’s friends were assembling a memorial tribute to his life at the New Philadelphia Skate Park off Mill Ave. SW late Sunday night. Trina Garcia of Tuscarawas said Short was a pro rollerblader and noted that his friends were skating in his memory. She also said the tribute would include a helium balloon launch. A candlelight vigil also was to be included in the tribute, according to Anjanette Beahm of New Philadelphia. “We’re all devastated,” said Spencer Gray, also of New Philadelphia, adding that Short was one of his best friends. Gray, who also had skated with Short for about a year, described Sunday night’s scene at the Skate Park as “electrifying.” In addition to being a pro rollerblader, Short had been employed as a pizza maker at Jesana’s Pizza at New Philadelphia for about a year and a half.

Feb. 8TH Received a letter from my donors family today, and they are willing to corispond.The papers have been filled out, and mailed to the donor center.They say it will take about six weeks for returns from both parties to be exchanged. Things are looking great, and felling great.

Feb. 1st. I had my thirteenth biopsy Thursday, and everything came back negative. We are now starting the sixth month, and things are looking good. Thanks to all ove you. PS. To ZackRabbit: I'm glad you enjoyed the peanut butter squares