marcello Posted December 10, 2011 Report Posted December 10, 2011 I believe so. Good Luck Clark!! Quote
mjzee Posted December 10, 2011 Report Posted December 10, 2011 Yes, all the best, Mr. Terry! Feel better soon! Quote
BeBop Posted December 10, 2011 Report Posted December 10, 2011 Diabetic, yes. It's also affected his vision. Quote
ValerieB Posted December 10, 2011 Report Posted December 10, 2011 it would be great if you guys left your messages/wishes on his blog as well. his wife reads them to him on a regular basis. www.clarkterry.com Quote
Free For All Posted December 10, 2011 Report Posted December 10, 2011 it would be great if you guys left your messages/wishes on his blog as well. his wife reads them to him on a regular basis. www.clarkterry.com Will do! Thanks Valerie! Quote
clifford_thornton Posted December 11, 2011 Report Posted December 11, 2011 it would be great if you guys left your messages/wishes on his blog as well. his wife reads them to him on a regular basis. www.clarkterry.com Done. Quote
Hardbopjazz Posted December 11, 2011 Report Posted December 11, 2011 Get well Clark, it's great to have you around. Quote
Free For All Posted December 12, 2011 Report Posted December 12, 2011 Update on Clark's health About as good news as one could hope for given the situation. Hang in there Clark! Quote
king ubu Posted December 13, 2011 Report Posted December 13, 2011 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRScRA0CPsA Keep on keepin' on, Mr. Terry! Quote
mr jazz Posted December 13, 2011 Report Posted December 13, 2011 loved his autobiography especially the sections re Ellington and Basie. highly recommended! Quote
EKE BBB Posted April 5, 2012 Report Posted April 5, 2012 Clark Terry's wife Gwen has posted the latest news: Clark is home! His primary care physician, Dr. Simmie Armstrong, arranged for him to have professional physical therapy for five days a week here at home, along with homecare visits from nurses three times a week. The amputation site on his left leg is healing, and the right one is completely well. He’s experiencing some pain, but other than that, he said, “It gets pretty tough sometimes, but I’m hanging on in there. And I’m thanking Big Prez (his nickname for God) for every day.” He was talking on the phone with one of his friends who expressed how sorry he was that Clark had gone through so much – losing his legs and all. Clark responded, “Don’t worry, just keep pullingfor me.” On one of his particularly challenging days, I asked what would help him to feel better. He said, “Love. All the love from you and everybody. It makes me feel like you all still need me.” You can see how much you mean to him. Each message that you post, and all of your prayers, phone calls, cards, and visits have helped to give him the courage to “keep on keepin’ on.” We appreciate you all so very much, and we hope that you’ll stay in touch. Quote
king ubu Posted April 5, 2012 Report Posted April 5, 2012 Thanks for sharing, EKE! Will surely keep pulling for Mr. Terry! Quote
save0904 Posted April 5, 2012 Report Posted April 5, 2012 We sure love you Mr. Terry! Get well soon! Quote
Hardbopjazz Posted April 6, 2012 Report Posted April 6, 2012 glad to hear something nice for a change. Quote
ValerieB Posted April 6, 2012 Report Posted April 6, 2012 Clark Terry's wife Gwen has posted the latest news: Clark is home! His primary care physician, Dr. Simmie Armstrong, arranged for him to have professional physical therapy for five days a week here at home, along with homecare visits from nurses three times a week. The amputation site on his left leg is healing, and the right one is completely well. He’s experiencing some pain, but other than that, he said, “It gets pretty tough sometimes, but I’m hanging on in there. And I’m thanking Big Prez (his nickname for God) for every day.” He was talking on the phone with one of his friends who expressed how sorry he was that Clark had gone through so much – losing his legs and all. Clark responded, “Don’t worry, just keep pullingfor me.” On one of his particularly challenging days, I asked what would help him to feel better. He said, “Love. All the love from you and everybody. It makes me feel like you all still need me.” You can see how much you mean to him. Each message that you post, and all of your prayers, phone calls, cards, and visits have helped to give him the courage to “keep on keepin’ on.” We appreciate you all so very much, and we hope that you’ll stay in touch. just want folks to know that the above was reported by Gwen Terry on March 19th. Quote
EKE BBB Posted April 6, 2012 Report Posted April 6, 2012 Thanks for the clarification, ValerieB. I received this from Steve Voce via the duke-lym list. Quote
alocispepraluger102 Posted April 18, 2012 Report Posted April 18, 2012 Clark Terry Fundraising Event As many of you know from reading Clark Terry's blog, in recent months, Clark has undergone many health challenges including amputation of both of his legs. The Jazz Foundation of America provides 'round the clock healthcare help and support. To help defray these costs, some of Clark's musical friends will join in a "Fundraising Concert for Clark" which will include a special Skype appearance by Clark and Gwen Terry. Monday, April 23, 2012 at 7pm Saint Peter's Church 619 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10022 Suggested donation is $25 at the door or, if you cannot be there, you can send a donation. Checks should be written to Jazz Foundation of America with "Clark Terry account" in the memo line and mailed to the JFA at 322 W. 48th Street, New York, NY 10036. Mr. Terry, who turned 91 in December, has been a great ambassador for the music, appeared on over 900 recordings, and mentored numerous young musicians. Let's do something for this great human being who has given so many music lovers so much good music to enjoy. Musicians confirmed to appear include: Clifford Adams Jr., Carl Allen, Lisle Atkinson, Art Baron, Gene Bertoncini, Valerie Capers, Paquito D'Rivera, Ron Carter, Jimmy Cobb, Sylvia Cuenca, Dee Daniels, Bryan Davis, David Demsey, Lou Donaldson, Mark Elf, Essiet Essiet, Don Friedman, Greg Gisbert, Dave Glasser, Onaje Allan Gumbs, Winard Harper, Barry Harris, Louis Hayes, Jimmy Heath, Conrad Herwig, Jack Jeffers, Melba Joyce, Justin Kauflin, Stantawn Kendrick, Bob Kindred, Victor Lewis, Tony Lujan, Russell Malone, Sarah McLawler, Marcus McLaurine, Junior Mance, Mulgrew Miller, Shawnn Monteiro, Frank Owens, Jimmy Owens, Jeremy Pelt, Anne Phillips, Rufus Reid, Bill Saxton, Josh Shpak, Don Sickler, Norman Simmons, John Simon, Lew Soloff, Helen Sung and Frank Wess For a complete biography on Clark Terry, visit his website at www.clarkterry.com Clark Terry Fundraiser April 23, 2012, 7pm Saint Peter's Church 619 Lexington Avenue at 54th Street New York, NY "E" train to Lexington Avenue or "6" to 51st Street 212 935 2200 www.saintpeters.org/events Donations: Jazz Foundation of America with "Clark Terry account" in the memo line. 322 W. 48th Street New York, NY 10036 (212) 245-3999 www.jazzfoundation.org Quote
ValerieB Posted April 18, 2012 Report Posted April 18, 2012 i will mos def be mailing a donation but i sure wish i could pay it at the event or, better yet, deliver to Clark and Gwen! i am steadily praying for both of these utterly amazing people! Quote
EKE BBB Posted June 5, 2012 Report Posted June 5, 2012 I will dare to share this email from Steve Voce, since it updates all the relevant donation info: Last night I was able to have a 20 minute chat with Clark Terry who, as you will know, has had both his legs amputated. What a fine example to us all he is! I have never seen such spirit and determination to overcome adversity. He sends his love to all his friends. It is amazing that a 92 year old man is able to sustain the physical pain that he is suffering with such fortitude. As you can imagine he has generated enormous medical bills and a particular expense, not covered by his insurance, is the 24 hour a day attention that he will require from professional carers. I'm sure we'll all want to rally to a man who has given us such immeasurable pleasure throughout his career and who, through selfless devotion to teaching young people, has made jazz a better place. Over the years Clark has quietly helped anyone in trouble (I will never forget, for example, the care and devotion that Clark showed anonymously to Buck Clayton during the last years of Buck's life). People in the USA should look at Clark's web site (just type 'Clark Terry' into Google) where you can find how to donate whilst taking advantage of American tax laws. People outside America can transfer contributions to Clark Terry Special Account Simmons First National Bank 501 South Main Street Pine Bluff AR 71601 U S A Bank routing number is 08 2900432 Account number is 11-170-601 Phone number (001) 870-541-1000 Bank officer is Vice president Lulu Mitchell in case help is needed. Any other officer can help in case Ms Mitchell is not available. If anyone wishes to send a cheque (check!) direct to Clark via his wife Gwen they can contact me for her address. Steve Voce Quote
ValerieB Posted June 5, 2012 Report Posted June 5, 2012 thanks to EKE BBB and Steve Voce for their posts. and "AMEN" to everything that Steve said. i have been keeping up via Clark's website and the unbelievable strength and courage displayed by both Clark and Gwen. i, too, would encourage folks to make whatever donations they are comfortable with. i gave what i could and certainly wish it could have been more. i will donate again if i'm able to. i have loved Clark since the '60s when he first introduced me to a sake martini in NYC!!! LOL!! and he is so blessed to have an angel like Gwen by his side. she is beyond amazing. Quote
bluesoul Posted February 12, 2015 Report Posted February 12, 2015 (edited) Clark Terry reportedly in hospice care. https://www.facebook.com/clarkterryjazz/posts/918240114867420 Edited February 12, 2015 by bluesoul Quote
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