About Clayton’s Blog

The purpose of this website is to provide a centralized place for updated information regarding Clayton Abernathy and his recent cancer diagnosis.

Posts will be made as often as possible by Jared Everett, Donavon Smith, or Clayton & Paege Abernathy.

If you’d like to send cards, etc… to Clayton and his family here is their address:

Clayton Abernathy
1011 First Street Dr. SE
Conover, NC  28613

 

Responses

  1. Thanks for setting this up fellas!
    Clayton we are praying for you.

    By: Paul Setzer on April 30, 2008
    at 9:00 am

  2. Clayton, Mary Elizabeth, Greg and I are praying not only for healing for you but for strength for Paege and Jessica.
    You will continue to be in our prayers

    By: Jane Hinson on April 30, 2008
    at 11:18 am

  3. Clayton,
    We will be praying for you and your family!

    By: Tammra Cobb on May 1, 2008
    at 10:25 am

  4. Clayton and Paige,
    You are continually in our thoughts and prayers. Today is National Day of Prayer and I know many prayers have been lifted up for you and will continue in the days ahead. We are praying for healing, comfort and strength. We love you very much. Randyl and Danny

    By: Randyl and Danny Abernathy on May 1, 2008
    at 5:01 pm

  5. Clayton, just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you. I’m so sorry that I live this far away when these times hit. I wish I could help out somehow physically, but I guess I will just have to pray. :) We love you and Paege very much!
    Barbi & Brian
    Sydney & Laura

    By: Barbi Ball on May 1, 2008
    at 9:43 pm

  6. Clayton and Paige
    We are praying for you. If you need us to help with anything, don’t hesitate to ask. We love you
    guys.
    James & Carolyn

    By: James and Carolyn Setzer on May 1, 2008
    at 11:29 pm

  7. Clayton, P & Jess,
    Just want to you to remember, our prayers haven’t stopped & they won’t!! We know with your faith, strength & the healing power of the Lord things fall into place!! All our love to you all 3 as you begin this journey!!!
    Alyson & Trace

    By: Alyson & Trace on May 8, 2008
    at 7:39 pm

  8. Clayton,
    You know I am praying for all of you! Whatever you need all you have to do is ask. Dad made it through a very similar situation and you will too. Listen to your doctors and do what they say. That is the hardest part, listening. Now is the time to do it! God always has a plan and trust Him.

    Love all of you very much and will continue to pray for you all. I mean what I say, if you need anything, call!!!!
    Susan

    By: Susan on May 8, 2008
    at 10:22 pm

  9. PAEGE
    JUST WANT TO LET YOU KNOW I HAVE BEEN THINKING ABOUT CLAYTON & YOU ALOT. YOU BOTH ARE VERY STRONG AND WILL GET THRU THIS.

    I WILL KEEP YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS

    KIM STARNES

    By: kim starnes on May 9, 2008
    at 10:38 am

  10. Clayton,
    I say a special prayer for you each day. Take care and I’ll keep in touch.
    God Bless,
    Maria Wright

    By: Maria Wright on May 11, 2008
    at 7:53 pm

  11. Clayton,

    Just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I go to church with Tony and Amy Huffman and you are on the prayer list at Redeemer Lutheran Church. May our prayers lift you up. Wishing you the best.

    Lynn

    By: Lynn Eller Matthews on May 11, 2008
    at 8:02 pm

  12. Just wanted you guys to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Now go kick this thing’s ass you can get back to work!!!!!

    MWC & Holly

    By: Michael Wayne & Holly on May 12, 2008
    at 8:12 am

  13. Paege,

    I just wanted you to know that we are praying for you and your family. I have added you to all the prayer lists I am a part of. I will forward any helpful information I get from my mom. John (her husband) is a cancer survivor and I have every faith that Clayton will be as well.

    Much Love,

    Owensby family

    By: Peggy Owensby on May 13, 2008
    at 9:34 am

  14. I have been thinking about you & your family. I know your faith will guide both of you through this. My heart goes out to you & your family.
    If you need anything please just let me know.

    ALOT OF LOVE & PRAYERS fOR YOU & Clayton!

    Elaine Cawthorne

    By: Elaine Cawthorne on May 13, 2008
    at 7:16 pm

  15. Clayton and Paige
    We have you in our prayers.

    By: Donna and Jim Baker on May 16, 2008
    at 11:08 am

  16. Clayton, Paege, and Jessica,
    I wanted you to know that I have been thinking about and praying for all of you. You are in my heart during this difficult time and always. It sounds like you are in good hands here on earth, and there is no doubt about the hands holding you from above. Know that you are surrounded in love and support. If there is anything that I can do, please don’t hesitate to ask.

    Love,
    Ashlee (Davis) Barry

    By: abarry15 on May 16, 2008
    at 12:42 pm

  17. Clayton,
    The Bruce Dellinger family continues to pray for a susscesful, expedient, and painless treatment. I am so glad you agreed to participate in the study. We smile each day as we pray remembering the positive attitude you always have. This will be a great help as you continue this journey. Know that our thoughts are with you continually.
    Love,
    Holly

    By: Holly Dellinger on May 21, 2008
    at 10:09 am

  18. Hang in there, Clayton. I think about and pray for you, Jessica and Paige daily. Please let me know what I can do to make your lives easier during this difficult time. Stay Strong!!

    By: Patrick Sherrill on May 21, 2008
    at 1:04 pm

  19. Hope you are having a good day. Me and my mom are praying for you. This world needs Clayton “Diesil” in it. Let me know if you need anything.

    By: Rob Wimberly on May 22, 2008
    at 5:43 pm

  20. We love you guys. Jessica, you know if you need anything, just pick up the phone and give us a call. We think of you guys daily and continue to pray for a fast recovery. We miss you and love you all.

    By: Setzer's on May 23, 2008
    at 3:02 pm

  21. Aw hell Clayton looks like you have the prayers all taken care of. Jeff and I will just drink good cold beer (the good kind not the imported fancy stuff that tastes like crap!) in your honor!!!
    Go ASU!!!! Go Clayton!!!

    love, Jeff, Carie, Brooks and Conner Kahn

    ps: We are praying for you too.

    By: carie and jeff on May 28, 2008
    at 9:32 pm

  22. Aw hell Clayton looks like you have the prayers taken care of. Jeff and I will just drink good cold beer (not the imported stuff that tastes like crap!!!) in your honor!!

    Go ASU!!!! Go Clayton!!!

    love, Jeff, Carie, Brooks and Conner Kahn

    ps: We are praying for you too.

    By: carie and jeff kahn on May 28, 2008
    at 9:43 pm

  23. Cuz….you know you have our house to stop in anytime you need it while heading to or from Duke. No need to call; just stop and let yourself in if we’re not there. Take a break, catch a nap or just use the bathroom….you need it; you just grab it. We’ll square up at a later time. ;)

    By: Jason and Family on May 30, 2008
    at 1:54 pm

  24. Paege, Clayton & Family,

    I just wanted you to know that I have been praying for you every day. Lots of people out here pulling for you and your family. You can beat this Clayton! Love & Prayers, Jamie Hoyle

    By: Jamie Hoyle on June 2, 2008
    at 1:09 pm

  25. Clayton and Paege-

    We are thinking about you guys and you are in our prayers.

    Guy,Kim, Will and John Holbrook

    By: Kim Holbrook on June 11, 2008
    at 2:29 pm

  26. June 12— Hi Clayton, GREAT news. So glad treatment is working. The POWER of all those prayers. Our Lord is good. Hope you get to come home again this weekend. That will be a wonderful Father’s day present. Tell your Mother I said hello. Good Luck tomorrow. Love, Lanny and Glenna

    By: Glenna and Lanny on June 12, 2008
    at 6:34 pm

  27. Clayton and Paege, Your most recent news sounds wonderful! I have, and will, continue to Pray for you and your family. Love, Donna

    By: Donna Hager on June 13, 2008
    at 7:05 am

  28. Hey Bud. I just learned over the weekend about your situtation. I have you on my prayer list at work and always at home. I know where your coming from man, I beat this and so will you Your going to beat this and be back on the snow whipping my ass down the mtn just like always. When you feel like it you guys are welcome to out on the lake on my boat “THE TAJS MA HO” for massive alcohol and good times. I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers. Love ya Fab-u-lous Phil

    By: Phil Bolick on June 17, 2008
    at 5:18 pm

  29. We thought this was a pretty good Cancer chant for you …

    THE CANCER CHANT, I WILL RANT

    Cancer I did not give you the right,
    To invade my body and take a bite.
    This is my body and with all my might,
    I will prevail with one hell of a fight.
    To the cancer inside, I will battle and kill.
    For that is my body’s God given will.
    To my cancer, these words I do send.
    Your life is short and near the end.

    By: Krystal, Richie and Hope on June 19, 2008
    at 10:08 am

  30. Clayton,
    I want you to know that you are in my daily prayers for healing and strength through this very difficult time in your life. I praise God that you know him intimately so that you are never alone. I pray today that you will hold on to Him every second and you will rejoice!!!
    …but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, HOPE!!!! Romans 5:3,4 Also take comfort, Clayton that
    …Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in His steps 1 Peter 2:21.
    Christ chose you and I know he will lead you through this.
    We are brothers and sisters in Christ and I am praying for you.
    Teri Herman —- Sister Jenny’s “student singer” in the Praise Team

    By: Teri Herman on June 19, 2008
    at 11:34 am

  31. Clayton,

    I have been praying for you as I went through this same cancer with my brother several years ago. I know how difficult this is for you now and how difficult it will be in the coming months. If I can offer any words of encouragement to you, it is that my brother has been cancer free for 2 years now. He too had his throat, neck, tongue and everything “fried”. It was a difficult road, but with the feeding tube he was able to maintain some strength to do the basic things. He had times when he wanted to give up, but with a daughter at home, he would not let this beat him. You too have that same strength. Just allow God to walk and carry you through this. We don’t always understand why, but God does and for whatever reason this happened, you will be a better person when it is all over. May God be your light through these “dark” days and know that we are praying for you, we are pulling for you, and you have a whole “army” of people that love and care about you. God Bless!!!!!
    Tim Herman (SSLC)

    By: Tim Herman on June 19, 2008
    at 4:07 pm

  32. Clayton, Paege & Jessica,

    We are praying for you and your family. Fred is a prostrate cancer survivor, since July 1992. He had emergency heart bypass surgery 9 months ago, but you know what? God still is in control and we give him thanks each day for his love, mercy & grace. What an awesome God that we have. When the going gets so rough, let him know to please hold your hand, that you cannot do this, without him. He gave you such a wonderful wife to be by your side. Your faith, family & friends will see you through this. Just hang in there and take 1 day at a time. God Bless You All!

    By: Pat & Fred Kirby on June 23, 2008
    at 5:31 pm

  33. Little brother,

    All of us at Raceway Ministries and Hickory Speedway are praying daily for God’s VICTORY over your cancer. All my buds at Bristol send there best! I Love You, and I’ll join you in Victory Lane when this is all over.

    By: john abernathy on July 1, 2008
    at 5:59 pm

  34. Uncle Clayton! Emma and I wanted to drop by and let you know that we’re thinking of you!

    Emma says:
    vvvvvvvvvvvvgffzzzg c bbbbbb

    —-translation: “I love you a WHOLE BUNCH! Next Sunday I plan on grabbing your finger and taking you walking again! So watch out!”

    By: Rachel Abernathy on July 2, 2008
    at 9:00 am

  35. Hey Clayton! Thinking of you. I’m making squash pie and have already called your mom as I’ve lost ma’s recipe-ha. Needless to say, I won’t be bringing any on Sunday-ha. Love you lots. Jesus is giving you a big hug and so am I. Our prayers always. Paege, just tryin’to stay out of the way(big smile and hug). Love ya. Jessica-hope your having fun with Jill. Tell her to bring you by to see Emma sometime. Love you all!!!!
    always, big sis’, Sandra ps.if you feel like crap on Sunday, stay home and rest!

    By: Sandra Abernathy on July 4, 2008
    at 10:18 am

  36. clayton,hope youare doing ok and in the best of spirits.please know you and family are in my prayers.you stay strong and keep your FAITH in GOD at all times. take care and GODS BLESSINGS TO YOU.phyllis

    By: phyllis matthews on July 6, 2008
    at 3:04 pm

  37. Hi Clayton,
    Glad to hear that you are hanging in there. It’s a hard battle but it can be won. With all of the family and friends you have praying for you, the battle is already won. I know you wanted to lose some weight but this way is a little extreme isn’t it? HA HA I am still sitting here at Donlamor but I am only working three days a week now and I don’t see that lasting much longer.
    Just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you and I will lift you up in my prayers. Take care of yourself.
    Mary

    By: Mary Keller Young on July 16, 2008
    at 3:58 pm

  38. Clayton and Paege:
    I have encountered several people in my church who know you and Sunday talked to one of my Sunday school classmates that is related to you. His name is Danny Bolick. He told me that his mom and yours are sisters.

    As I’ve known for a long time, you are a friend to many people. Believe me, we are all trying to give back in a small way, to someone who has meant so much to so many of us. A life led in genuine service to others, is a life admired and respected. You fit that description to a T. Our prayers are for God to intercede in your circumstances and for your healing.

    It is humbling to have our physical and emotional frailties revealed. But God promised to be with us, strengthen us for the battle, and use our difficulty for His good purpose. I know you believe and trust in that.

    Right now, we offer you our humble support and prayers for the many kindnesses we have received from you. We stand ready to do whatever it takes to get you back on your feet and back in our midst. We miss you.

    Your friend,
    Steve

    By: Steve McNeely on July 16, 2008
    at 5:57 pm

  39. Clayton, haven’t met you, but your lovely wife has been taken care of my hair for a while. I’ve been keeping up with your progress and am so glad things are working well with the treatments. What a success story, though it sounds like you’ve had a LOT to deal with – you’re a real trooper. Will continue to keep you guys in my prayers along with so many others. The Lord is looking after you. Keep your chin up!

    By: Terry Sherrill on July 17, 2008
    at 1:20 pm

  40. Clayton,
    I have been thinking about and praying for you and your family. It appears you are taking this situation head-on and I wish you the best as you heal and get strong again. Let me know how I can help.

    Here is a little quote from The Duke John Wayne for you:

    “Courage is being scared to death… and saddling up anyway.”

    Trick

    By: Trick on July 21, 2008
    at 1:48 pm

  41. Hang in there Clayton. Our prayers are with you.

    Mark

    By: Mark and Mitzi Story on July 23, 2008
    at 8:15 am

  42. Clayton and Peage,

    I’ve really enjoyed this web site and we read it often. I pray that the throat pain and nausea will end soon. If we can help you in any way please just call.

    You have a strong circle of friends and family around you.

    We love you and may God bless.

    By: Gary and Susn Abernathy on July 24, 2008
    at 6:13 pm

  43. Clayton,

    Just wanted you to know that we miss you and our sales are not the same without you. The Hickory Park sales staff thinks of you often and you are in our prayers.

    Love ya,

    Connie, Shirley, Melissa, & Molly

    By: Connie Jenkins on July 25, 2008
    at 2:55 pm

  44. Hey Pal. Just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you.

    By: Bruce on July 31, 2008
    at 9:43 pm

  45. Dear Clayton,
    I know it is tough, but my favorite saying when things are tough is “this too shall pass”. In and of itself it is a nice slogan but you see I have a favorite Bible passage that puts real comfort in this: Romans viii 28-39. We Lutherans don’t talk as much about predestination and the promises of God as we should. This passage does all of that and reminds us that it is God who works salvation in us as well as holds us in his hand through our tough times.
    Love, Cousin Hubert

    By: Hubert Dellinger on July 31, 2008
    at 10:05 pm

  46. Hello Clayton,

    Just wanted to let you know that your boss (Mark) was here from Abner Henry this morning. He told us a few funny stories about you and “sweet tea” and I’m afraid we had a few laughs at your expense.

    Clayton, we think of you often and do pray that you are feeling better.
    We know it is rough but also know that it will get better. Michelle and I have sent you a few messages but reading thru them here do not see them. Hope you have received them.

    Cllayton, we look forward to seeing you walk thru our doors.

    Pat and Michelle

    By: Michelle and Pat at Bare Furniture (Working on Saturday) on August 22, 2008
    at 3:09 pm

  47. Been thinking about you Clayton. Often I run memories thru my mind of the things we’ve done and the places we’ve seen. Hope your feeling better today. Keep your hope and strength up. Your family is awesome and very blessed.

    By: Paul Setzer on October 4, 2008
    at 12:11 am

  48. Clayton, you are in my prayers daily. I’m so glad to hear that you got some good news. I do know that prayers work, and you have so many coming your way. Keep the faith and like you said, “Take One Day At A Time.”

    By: Debbie Dellinger on October 4, 2008
    at 9:47 pm

  49. Hi, Clayton and Paege – It was so good to see all of you at Bethel this morning. We continue to pray for all of you, and especially give Him thanks
    that you’re winning the battle. May your strength, your faith, and His grace be sufficient. You are loved with by Him with an everlasting love, as well as by all of us as Prayer Warriors at Bethel.

    By: Bunnie and Ted hawkins on October 5, 2008
    at 11:21 pm

  50. Hi Clayton, I just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you and praying for you always. I get updates for mom (Joyce) all the time on how you are doing. Please know how much I care and am always, always keeping you and all your family in my prayers. God hold you and surround you always with his infinite love and mercy.
    Your sister in Christ, Kim.

    By: Kim Holland McCabe on November 6, 2008
    at 6:08 pm


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