Yitzy Krauss I just realized after watching this video Mark’s kid is Abe and Matt’s kid is Lincoln. Abe Lincoln 😂😂pretty funny. I don’t know why I never put that together before because I knew both of their names. I wonder if they did that on purpose??
*Tracy Born Again Farm Girl I’m so nosey now lol. Idk what made me think of it today when he said Abe. Maybe he will give me an answer. It is pretty funny. That will be a cool little duo when they get a little older.
Knowing he passed 3 months later, breaks my heart when he says he thinks he has a year. In hindsight, it was a very good thing he decided to stop treatment, or those last 3 months he would have been unable to spend quality time with his family and friends. R.I.P. Mark -4 years later... I now find myself in a similar circumstance fighting Cancer, for the 2nd time. After seeing umpteen specialists, dozens and dozens of tests and treatments, I finally said "Enough!!" and I now choose to spend what I have left with my family. Small world. I now get it more than I ever did before.
Isaiah 57 New Living Translation (NLT) 57 Good people pass away; the godly often die before their time. But no one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come. 2 For those who follow godly paths will rest in peace when they die.
Lesley Young RIP... my boyfriend made a tribute song for him ua-cam.com/video/GNnodTCljyo/v-deo.html peaceful and playful... I didn’t watch his videos but it’s evident he was a great impact & light in many peoples lives.
Rest in peace. I'm recently diagnosed with a condition that's going to end my life early as well, and this was just randomly in my suggested videos. Sending love to your family.
Ah, Mark Carriker~ You are sorely missed almost 4 years after your passing. I remember all of us so invested in your journey. Cheering you on making your tractor. I prayed for you to have no more suffering. You taught us so much ❤ With much thanks~ Joan ❤
As a nurse I've said this a hundred times. There comes a time when enough is enough! So I'm supporting your decision. Love you and you and your family are very much in my prayers.
Agree Darrel. It is a personal decision...one only the patient and family can make. I found Mark and his videos when my daddy was going through chemo and is now gone in a year. This is all so hard.. Mark and family: you're in my prayers, in my heart, in my thoughts. Thank you for sharing you Mark in your situation. You are so loved.
I know it’s hard for people to except these choices but it’s his time and he so deserves to do what he wants that’s what he has left he has fought so hard and so long it’s time for him to rest and enjoy his life
Being your battle Buddy as we were diagnosed the same day, I’ve pondered having to make this decision possibly in the future myself, but I’m not at the decision point. You are the only one who can make that decision. No one can make it for you. Know your family and all friends will support you decision and will take this trip with you. God has your hand and will hold it on this journey. God bless you and the all the family. You are still my battle buddy as we go through this trip together. You and all are in my prayers! Keep positive no matter what. Miracles do happen! Love you!
I am unsure why the algorithm decided to put this on my page but how bittersweet because I see this bravery in another, and puts my problems in greater perspective. Thank you sir, whom I never knew, for sharing- and you would have been a great guy to know. My condolences to the family. I watched my Dad fight and go too soon and I do not know if I could.. I have no kids and all..but thank you for your life and I know you will all meet again.
Me too! I've been seeing alot of these kind of videos on my fyp. Yesterday was a lady named Donna. I don't mind but it's different from what I'm used to having recommended.
@@AkerraNicholson I guess God reminds us of our fragility and fleetness. So I personally decided a while back to eat right and get healthy. Still have a huge way to go bit try. It’s Grace for sure. 👍
Same here. Almost 100 days after posting this video Mark passed away with his loved ones at his side. A solid reminder that every day is a blessing. Thank you Mark!
GOD the allmighty the creator of the univers.. Dont have children..! he creates all things.. U got to be dumber then garbage if u think GOD is human or a creation..
My wife made this decision in '06, I was initially crushed but her last few months were better that the yr before of chemicals wrecking her ....totally get it Mark. You all are in my prayers.
This man was BRAVE. Can you imagine the darkness he faced in his mind and heart, while shielding his friends and family from his feelings? And in spite of family and friends around him, how alone he must have felt at times? I’m not trying to drum up sad feelings, but simply emphasize his courage. We moan and groan about finances, jobs, our favorite team losses, and countless mundane things without having a clue what REAL trouble looks like. Mark is now experiencing the paradise that is eventually in store for all of us, and it is SO well deserved.
Only if your born again in Jesus Christ. Kjv[ John 3:3-7] pls everybody consider receiving salvation in Jesus Christ because faith and trust in Jesus atonement 🎚👈🏼 is the only way we can all qualify for heaven .
@@victoriapopaz5303 People like you are not Christians. You go around with a negative message, wagging your finger at everyone, telling us all the reason why heaven and paradise is not for all of us. YOU NEED TO GO SIT DOWN AND SHUT UP. We can read and know what the scriptures say. Let the Holy Trinity deal with and judge mankind. Take that wagging finger of yours and go wag it yourself in the mirror, and ask the Lord to forgive you for failing to be of any comfort (or USE) to your fellow man.
@@4thGloryMonday lmao to what ? Jesus buda booba theres isnt one god. But I believe in a energy but not one specific god becuase its ridiculous to assume the actual god is named jesus or buda and looks one specific way.
3310 what year is it right now Bubba? 2020! Since when? Jesus Christ died for our sins& resurrected and the whole World lives from this timeline so you don’t have to believe in speeding tickets but go and speed long enough and you’ll believe in speeding tickets.
The balls on that man. I have almost nothing to live for and i could not show even a sliver of this man's strength, when you know how he was raised, how well he lived and how much he had in front of him it's incomprehensible how he stood that tall during this ordeal. You became a symbol of strength, a beacon that shall always be there and provide me guidance in my time of needs. Please never take these videos down.
I have NEVER smoked, drank alcohol, nor taken any recreational drugs and have not been exposed to hepatitis, but yet I am fighting liver disease. I have decided not to do the transplant list, because I realized no one is guaranteed tomorrow and I'm cool with that. Peace brother and see you on the flip side ❤
"Catch you on the flip side" was the last thing I heard from my brother before he was put in an induced coma for chemotherapy. Seeing your comment made me tear not gonna lie.
@@Wrathrix I apologize for your loss and your tears, I have shed many myself. Nothing in life is fair and some people have all the luck, but those of us that are chosen to exit this stage early have it easier than the ones we leave behind. Like you, they have to deal with the loss & heartbreak. I choose not to have my family watch me suffer and die in agony, I'm a true optimist ... Exit stage left, I'm outta here. ❤❤❤
Kathy Johnson I do wish you would reconsider the transplant list. Don’t know if you have other health issues. I had a liver transplant this past June and it saved my life. I lost my mom two days prior to my transplant. It was hard loosing her and having the transplant but worth it because I want to live for myself and family. No judgement but please think about it. God bless
@@TM-fj4tr Bless you TM for thinking of someone you don't even know, you are someone pretty special. Right now I am stable for the time being, but God only knows what tomorrow will bring. It has been one hell of a rollercoaster ride this past 5+ years with the liver causing other heath issues and not being a spring chick as I once was. I take each day as it comes and praise each day the lord gives me. Bless you many times over for good health and a long life ❤
Hi my husband is in acute liver failure and we were told last week (by letter!! )That he is not suitable for a transplant as he will die before a liver transplant would become available for him. Almost 3yrs ago we were told that he had a minimum of 1yr to a maximum of 3yrs to live and it is approaching the end of that time. I know that it's not something that can be timed with that exact accuracy, but the symptoms are getting worse. I cannot express fully how this is for our family watching this happen, other than saying that I feel like I'm on a train and it's going to crash and I can't stop it. I know that I am blessed that we have been together for almost 40yrs and married for 38yrs, am I greedy wanting more time, I don't think so, but it is out of our hands. We take each day at a time and try to make sure we build good memories. I have made a memory box and want everyone to write a message for him and how much they love and care for him. I hope that it will help us travel this journey, so we don't feel alone. I know that this has been a long message, but you touched my heart when I read your comment. Take care of yourself and make magical memories. Kind wishes to you and your loved ones xx
Marco Giovanni, Isn't that the truth. I watch the videos of Mark because he is so much like my Brother. My Brother past away from cancer in September of 2019. He always had a project going. Always building something, just like Mark. I miss my Brother and Mark.
This has been popping up on my Algorithm lately. Watching how strong these people are towards the end is so powerful... I rarely walk away with dry eyes.
I'm a Nurse and I have worked with Hospice multiple times, please get on Hospice Care right away! The hours you feel good record you reading a book so your 2 beautiful children can also have that, Love & Prayers!!!!
I like how he said "don't suggest anymore treatment options," and so many people are doing just that. Listen. This is a hard decision, but it is his decision and we need to respect it.
People are mentioning a bunch of crazy ass treatments like "try this.. the dude that cured cancer was killed by the FDA" Yeah I'd trust them as much as the flat earthers.
I think totally the same way. It his decision and only he has the right to do so. He is entirely clear in mind, sane so there is no reason for people to interfear with his Life-Decisions. none Else have the right but him.
@@adambacon8874 Yeah man try essentials oils! The big pharma knows it heals everything but they want to take over the world!!!! People are crazy as shit. These doctors want to save your life not kill you and your essential oils, mineral solutions, and other bullshit doesn't help.
Sarah Neuren Yes! As a person who spent 5 years in my bed virtually paralyzed and with chronic all day pain, with no diagnosis, I don’t need anyone suggesting how to make it better. Now I live with PTSD, flashbacks, isolation and the inability to have friends because they don’t want to hear about the unbelievable hell that both my family and myself went through. I’ve prayed for death, begged for death. When there are no answers, you just want it to end. Support is what we need. Help is what we need. For me, it helps to talk about the trauma. I’m praying for you, man. May Jesus hold you in the palm of His hand. Even when you don’t feel Him, cling to Him. ❤️❤️❤️
I doubt you’ll read this, but to whomever needs it: I became an oncology nurse after my little brother died of melanoma at 31. He did home hospice in my home. Many family members thought he “gave up”. I promise he didn’t. He made a choice to live! To live without being sick, being poked and prodded and some doctors ‘problem to fix’. He spent time with people he loved and was happy. He died just 8 months after his diagnosis, but he LIVED for those 8 months! Making a choice that’s right for you is no one’s business. God bless you and those you love.
Snow Queen nursing in general is not easy as you know. My mom has been a nurse since 1979 and my friends are in nursing school now. I can’t imagine oncology. You are so right. There are so many healthy people that don’t ‘live,’ take life for granted or are just generally miserable and have no reason to be. While sick people are thankful for each day. I had heart issues the past few months and thought there would be days I wouldn’t wake up. God bless you and your brother as well.
I totally agree with you. I told my boyfriend I would never go through treatment to buy me time. I have seen family and friends go through it and it’s not the best quality of life. People have the right to choose the way go about treatment or no treatment. I’m glad your brother got to spend time with you and your family being comfortable in your home.
I hope the rest of Homemade's life goes well. I've kinda weakly suggested a holisticish treatment (but bannered it with "HOLISTIC CRAP FALSE HOPE SECTION BELOW please do not read if you do not want your hopes falsely raised") in the form of a radical diet change, but I've couched it with language downplaying any claim I make of it being beneficial. "If you wanna try the thing try the thing, but only keep with it if it noticeably improves your quality of life."
I understand your decision. Hope you have THE BEST memorable Christmas ever with your wife, precious children, parents, siblings, other family members. Bless you. ❤❤❤
When I was in college in the mid 80s I took a class called The American Hero and had to read a Louis L'Amour book (Hondo). I don't remember the story, but I never forgot a certain passage in the book and I thought you might find some comfort in it. “No man knows the hour of his ending, nor can he choose the place or the manner of his going. To each it is given to die proudly, to die well, and this is, indeed, the final measure of the man.” ― Louis L'Amour God Bless
I waslike like wait wait./ this channel. It was like a fever dream. Clicked old contenct. And wa slike omg. I used to love this guy when I was a young teen. And was like why did his content stop. And my homie is dead. This hurts, but as the internet culture. We are going to watch so many of our favs die over and over. .
The pain from his wounds in the end was evident. Heartbreaking. The strength he had to stay positive for his kids and family right until the end... pain is the soul killer.
Also write, write, write. There are so many things I wish I asked my dad before he left. Notes for the kids as they go through life moments. Graduation, college, marriage. Notes for your wife, also can leave secret gifts with Matt for her. That way when her bday comes she will have something special from you.
Great advice. My brother wrote his last months, days when he learned of his cancer. He wrote us each individual letters. It's been 13 years, and his thoughts and words are the best gift he could ever give. 👍🤗🤗
Plenty of video. Even video message. I have done it for all my family in private. Many family members have copies of their own. It's always there and personal too.
Its a bit morbid, but think through and write down for Jacki EVERYTHING you want your funeral to be. My wife did it for me and it was such a weight off me to not have to decide what I thought she wanted, I just had to look at the folder she left "For After I'm Gone."
I, too, am a nurse. Have seen too many things. You know when it's enough. I'm thinking and praying for you and the fam. May you have peace, comfort and love. Thank you for sharing. You are a true inspiration! ❤
You ended up in my feed and I don't know why. I just want you to know that seeing this is putting a different, better perspective on my day. I don't know you, but I love you, my fellow human.
@@plantationsecurity if you truly want to get political he seems more like a republican and even i as a democrat still felt sorry for him and now actively wish you and him could switch places
i’m trying not to let it scare me that this shows up on my feed as i’m going through a major health scare. to anyone who happens to see this, i wish you nothing but peace, love & prosperity.
Here it is October, 2020. Mark thought he might still be here but that horrible cancer took him much faster. Watching his last videos was heart-wrenching but re-watching this video gave me clarity. He knew he was fighting a losing battle and he just wanted to be with his wife and kids. I respect him so much for bravely going through what he did and then accepting the final reality. I miss you Mark, my homie. See you in Heaven soon. I’m 69 so don’t figure I’ve got 30 years left or anything but because of you, I want to live better and appreciate my family more. Byyyyyeeeee. ❤️
I applaud your decision to choose QUALITY of life over quantity. My heart aches for your family. Thank you Mark for letting us walk with you as you make tjis journey. Prayers and love comin' at you!
I’m still praying for a miracle. Please do the same. Your impact upon us is not measurable! Please continue your story, it’s important and beautifully presented.
Rest in peace. I am the youngest of 3 sisters with cancer. I admire your outlook on your situation , your sense of humor. You’ve inspired me. Thank you. Fly high with the angels.
I don't think Mark has alot of time to fly. He is tinkering on broken wings and halos . He has probably put an automatic opener on the pearly gates. RIP Mark.
If people are dying I hope y'all give em as much painkillers as they want.. I mean if they are going to did then it's not like overdose is a problem anymore.
@@smithnwesson990 they can't give the patients what _they_ want because some people would want to deliberately overdose and die on their own terms. One of the things that makes us fear death is that we don't know when it's gonna happen. Plus, if a doctor or nurse is responsible for an overdose, they can can be sued for malpractice and lose their license. Dr Jack Kevorkian AKA Dr Death was helping terminally ill patients pass on where the patient can press a button and administer a "lethal injection"
Amen only those that belive in his virgin birth death abd resurrection him paying their sin debt fully by his blood atonement at Calvert with their complete trust in Christ as their God ans only saviour will go to heaven immediately after death he said it in his wwords i too belive by faith and nothing or no one couod ever change that . What a great promise and gift to belive in Gods complete perfect work . What a Great God and Saviour . Wages of sin is death but gift of God eternal life through Christ . What a blessing and joy to know this man knew God . The word says to be out of this body is ti be in the presence of the lord and precious in Gods sight is the death of his saints ❤
Lost my husband almost 2 years ago now from cancer. It’s the greatest mind fuck. It’s working it’s not working. I will never get the battle we did out of my head. It just all replays. He fought like a warrior. I love and miss him so much. God bless this man
braver and better than me. Im whining over my drug addiction. Even found a beautiful Claire Wineland, what it feels like to die *reupload*. Shes dying and looks happy and excited over figuring it out because she wanted to help. This stuff crushed me tonight.30 year old man. And im just sobbing. I talk about giving up, and others have more optimism and wisdom than I ever will. They said I was a gifted kid. I'm not, Im profoundly stupid. but humbled
I was one of your crying viewers... more like sobbing. Kind of surprised me. I think am just so moved by your strength in the face of earthly finality. You are speaking about your end on this earth but doing so fully alive. And your faith in God is the source of this ability. In doing that, you show us all our true weakness and our true strength. I know you’re not intending to be so prophetic and inspirational... I know you’re just doing the best you can for yourself, your family and all while trusting God. And you’re just sharing that with us. I just wanted to say thanks, Mark. And also to let you know that many of our hearts are breaking, accepting and trusting Him along with yours. - Brian
Brian Baker same here I’m ugly crying I’ve been here when he first started the channel I want to hug the whole family I’m sending hugs and love from Tennessee
Mark is teaching so many people by sharing the ups and downs of cancer. Even for those of us who have been there for family or friends this is a good reminder.
I am with you heart broken so I hope power of prayers give Mark Family and friends his best life for what’s left. Keeping you Mark and family friends in my prayers and thoughts 🙏
this video just popped up. As I watched him explain his condition I just realized a moment ago that this is three years old and this brave man has already passed. RIP SIR, and I am so sorry this happened to you.
Being a nurse I totally understand your decision. Prayers to you and your family. Only you can decide when enough is enough. I support your decision. It's not selfish.
Restore the tractor if you enjoy it, then your son will always have his dad's super dope tractor. I still got hope and I pray you still have it to Mark.
This man lives on through us by carrying his memory. He was kind enough to take us through his journey. You never know which one of us might need his advice.
Look how small it was when he called it quits. Never would have thought it would grow as big as it did as fast as it did. Happy he’s no longer in pain because it was horrible.
You predicted that you would live for one year, but it was only 3 months, However, you did in your life time more than people would do in 90 years. I love you Mark, and may your soul RIP.
I am a breast cancer su and this man is an inspiration to me and what my decisions might be if my cancer came back. We are all on the same team after all
You should work with Andy and Matt to record videos for each of the kiddos’s weddings, has graduation, first date, etc. keep them private only for the kiddos and wifey.
Tremendous respect for how you’ve faced this. Your thoughts on living with intention and purpose are inspiring to many, myself included. Praying you have the best possible time with your family that you can. Thank you for sharing this with people who have grown to love you and your family.
Billy Bob America, My niece ( my other sister's) works for hospice. She came up right away, and made arrangements for my sister in the fourth sign of life end from dementia. Within an hour she was under their care. It made such a difference. This was on a Saturday and she passed in her sleep after a three and a half fight the following Wednesday( this November 27th).
@@toddjohnson9546 uh.... I know exactly what I'm talking about - there are inpatient and at-home options. And I never recommend either option for him, that would be his and his family's preference.
@@toddjohnson9546 I think you need to take your own advice bro. Secondly, why be so negative? This man just made a really hard decision that no man, especially a man who lived a healthy lifestyle and with a young family should ever have to make. Negative and ignorant comments like yours, is the last thing Mark needs to read right now in his comment section. Go seek out your need for attention elsewhere. Tip - try to find a space to spill your negative energy somewhere, where someone isn't fighting for their life and is kind enough to share their journey with their followers. Those kind of pages are "No Negative Energy or Vibe Zones".
Amen. Actually I had terminal cancer in 2006,and it just stopped,reversed,and now i'm free..for a while. So yes,miracles does happen. Hoping the best for this guy.
:( while i understand, i won't give up in prayer. this is so heartbreaking. i am so sorry Mark. your strength has inspired me. love you and your family.
Amen. Mark, I have my own cancer stories but ultimately they all suck because that's what cancer does. I truly hate to hear that the treatments aren't working. I also am a believer and I believe that sometimes we put ourselves through more agony that what God intends. He CAN heal 100% IF that's his plan and will for your and your families lives. You've endured so much already. It truly amazes me how strong you've been and how upbeat you are in your videos. I will keep you and you family in my prayers.
He made the right choice . My son was a guinie pig by these Dr's. And Surgeries which were never done before . After 4 times of cemo and 9 Surgeries removing limbs leaving him with hanging skin and brain Surgeries. It was horrid for him and to witness. Its quality of life not quanity. Your at Peace with my son with no more suffering ❤
If the treatments will leave you permanently disabled and unable to care for your family, then it is the right choice. If that is not the case though, you should do every last thing you can possibly do. The problem is "cancer culture" is full of annoying things like for example what he was saying at 3:30 -putting you through emotional rollercoasters and it drives you insane. Also they don't give you the right kind of drugs. There are dissociatives out there that will make you not even care one bit about the pain, but no doctor will prescribe them in the west.
Sometimes being a guinea pig isn’t a bad idea especially if it can help further research into the treatments, as a cancer survivor I allowed the doctors to share everything with their colleagues to help further research on the specific cancer I had to help create more effective treatments!
Bless you and your family and all you went through in losing your son. Hold on to all those good times you had in the "before". Hold on to the beautiful memories you all made. 🌈 🌄 ❤
I've had to make that decision with my wife as well. It BLOWS. We, too, exhausted everything even closely related to her type of cancer and the doctors were basically into the "throw a handful of darts and see what sticks" phase. The side effects were killing her faster than the cancer was at that point. And she actually did pretty well for about another 7 months, but one slip and fall on the deck while enjoying the sun and fresh air, she couldn't fight both injuries, and within 2 months she was gone. :(
I watched my mother who said she wouldnt put herself through treatments if she ever got cancer, put herself through every treatment available until she finally lost the battle. It takes more courage to stop and get as much out of what you have left than to miss what time you have left cause you are so sick. Break out the bucket list and enjoy. My heart breaks for you and your family. Sending nothing but love from NY. Prayers to you.
RIP man. I watch your videos everytime I feel shit about myself or about life. Your story really puts everything into perspective that I should be thankful for just being alive and vaguely healthy. Thankyou for everything man and say hi to my grandparents for me. Love you man
Mark it’s a tough decision but clearly the correct one for you. I’m glad you are spending your time doing what you want. Please say something if you and Jackie need some help financially. Your inspirational to so many of us. God bless, you are in my prayers. Also from personal experience with my parents, do Hospice sooner than later. As for the tractor, damn it if you want to rebuild that tractor, do it. I’m a great respecter of pain. I’m on pain management and some days my pain is livable...other days not so much. It will never get better, as my muscles atrophy it will get worse. Pain just sucks the joy out of life. Love you Mark.
Me too! It's just beyond words and tears are impossible to stop....😔😢 What a phenomenal man... Mark affected my to my core! I really wish comfort and strength to his family in any small way
Guys I did the same I have been following his brother Matt on UA-cam these brothers are really awesome guys that I have never met personally but you still fill like there your family .RIPMark
I remember watching all his videos up until he passed and watching his wife announce he had passed. I cried for days even though I didn’t know him personally. Watching his struggle made me feel I did. He left behind a young beautiful family.
I’ll continue to pray for you and will pray even more for comfort and peace during this transition. Thank you for opening your life to us and know we care so much for you. ❤️
However long the “long run” is, I pray that you and your family and friends are at peace. May the Lord continue to bless you. Praying for you and your family.
Crazy Ed's Garage Not stupid at all. Our Lord has blessed him. Blessed him to make the decision that is best for him, the peace to make this difficult decision, has blessed him with family and friends that will be with him for the long haul til it’s his time to go home.
When one door closes, another one opens. The door you have chosen is the right one for you. God bless you and your family, and I will pray for you all. Peace and love Mark.
Came across this the other day and thought of you after I saw your video. "None of us are getting out of here alive so please stop treating yourself like an afterthought. Eat the delicious food. Walk in the sunshine. Jump in the Ocean. Say the truth that you're carrying hiden in your heart like a treasure. Be silly. Be kind. Be weird. There's no time for anything else." Hope the treatments that you had this past year have given you more time with your family. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers! 🙏🙏🙏
Never ever take anything for granted. I've known, loved and lost so many people to that evil bastard cancer and every single one I've thought to myself "why is it that all the horrible bastards on this planet get to live long healthy lives when it's always the best that are taken way way way to early, seems so unfair😢
It’s a relief when you come to this kind of decision. I’m in a similar situation and when I told my doctors I wasn’t interested in further treatment, they were stunned. It’s a deeply personal decision and one that is completely up to you. God bless and Godspeed on the next part of your journey.
Not trolling you, seriously. But were they stunned because they realized the practice would no longer be able to bill bill bill $ ? Call me jaded, but it is a profit driven industry, regardless of how Frankensteinian the "treatments" can get.
You're so right, it is extremely personal. I hope your friends and family support your decision or atleast they keep their opinions to themselves and enjoy what time they have left with you. Sending hugs and prayers for as many good days as possible. God bless and godspeed to you also.
Sarah, I think what you said was very meaningful and true about the next part of his journey. We don’t really know what’s on the other side of this life but I would like to think that the soul continues on.
@@sergeantbilko7070 Well we Christian's do know what is on the other side. However that doesn't always make death and leaving your family behind any easier.
Man. Not gonna lie, this breaks my heart. I commend you on your decision. Not easy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Much love to you and yours, brother! ❤️
This just popped up. I followed Marks journey with His illness. It's been a few years now, since His passing. I prayed so hard for His health. Rest in peace 🕊️
As someone that lost my father when I was very young, I am mentally torn. As an adult I get it, and your reasons, in the end, are your own. It took a long time for me to understand that growing up why my father made that same choice. All I can offer having been on the other side of this decision as a child is spend all the time with your kids you can and use that camera to tell them any thoughts or lessons that might cross your mind along the way. As children, we ask "why" about so many things and I often wished I would have been able to get some of those perspectives from my dad. Keep fighting on your terms and live life your way. God bless!
Blessings. Respect your decision. Four years ago this week, I sat with my daughter as her body shut down. She passed on the 12th of this month. Four weeks before her 33rd birthday. She ate and drank what ever she wanted. She was happy and bright until the end. She died from a birth defect we did not know she had. Most with this problem die in vitro, or die soon after birth. We enjoyed her company for nearly 33 years. 💜🦋
Your courage, openness and faith is so inspiring. I pray that the peace you’ve found in your decision is also in your family and friends. God Bless you and know that prayers are being said.
He had such a good sense of humor all the way to the end. It’s weird meeting this man at the of his life and slowly going back to better days as I watch more of his videos.
@@cwatson42785 it sucks! It really sucks! In the current situation to experience such a loss on top of it. But I don't really see it as the government forbidding me to burry a loved one, but more as a virus, which doesn't have emotions, feelings or even a thought. It just knows how to reproduce, even when it means killings its host. Even if its host are grieving over the loss of a loved one. That virus doesn't know the difference. We can stop having to dig new graves for victims. Each loss is bad enough... Rest in Peace, Mark
@@gintonic5770 Well said Gin! I feel so bad for his family to not only be dealing with the damn virus affecting the world but to now lose their loving Father, husband, brother and son. Life is so unfair. To see how quick this all happened with Mark in a little over a year and everything he had to endure. While most of us never knew Mark personally I think its just as devastating cause you can see what a great guy he really was. I just can't stop thinking of his beautiful daughter and cute little son now having to grow up without their father. All the years and memories taken from them. I just can't imagine what that poor little girl and little son are going through without their father right now. And also his lovely, beautiful wife. Its heartbreaking.
@@cwatson42785 My husband's cousin just died on March 20th. He was put on hospice about 6 months ago. His arrangements want be until tomorrow, due to Covid 19. The funeral home has already advised his wife, to plan for limited visitation and service attendence. It will just be immediate family. In this situation, immediate family will exceed the attendence guidelines. His wife is worried she might have to choose between his siblings and their grandchildren. She may have to split the family between those to be at the chapel service and those to be present at grave side. Knowing Covid 19 will change attendence. My husband and I took food down for the immediate family yesterday. We will go visit her once everything has settled down after the funeral. Provided everyone stays well.
What a wonderful, strong, sweet, Christian man. I never met you but I will never forget you. You made me cry, you made me laugh and you still do. Miss you Mark.
The fact he accepted his fate makes him stronger then ill ever be I don’t think I could swallow that pill like he has R.I.P Brother heaven always has a place for amazing ppl like you glad the pain is gone ☹️
I am so sorry you could not find a treatment that was effective, yet not horrible at the same time. I will not question why...I already know. I know everybody wishes we could do more. You, and your family are in my prayers. God works in ways no human understands. My Mom had Pancreatic cancer, stage 4. She had 16 months..13 that were Great...she was almost normal. So, I do understand your decision. Do your best striving for happy days. Mom had the Fentanyl patch...99% pain free. Try to do what you can on that Tractor...but, don't beat yourself self up about what you can do.
I'm so sorry for all this man had to go through. It was a hard journey for his body. He was very inspirational and remains in the minds of so many around him. RIP.
This is a decision people have to respect. My late husband decided to quit chemo. My late twin decided to quit treatments. When they both told me, I had to respect their wishes. Quality or Quantity.
You are correct. The people I have known to go through chemo never once complained about the discomfort they were in. But, it was obvious it was extremely uncomfortable for them and when they waved the white flag we respected that.
My grandmother did that around 3 years ago. She was in her 80's fighting lung and bowel cancer, went through several rounds of chemo, multiple surgeries, and the tumors kept coming back. She was 85 and she told everyone enough, she was done, she was just too tired and didn't see the point of struggling on. She stopped treatments and the family organized everyone to come see her, in her own home and bed, to say their goodbyes. She got to say her goodbyes to everyone she wanted, got closure with everyone she wanted, prayed and spent time with her church, and passed not even 3 days later. The fact that she achieved closure, of sound mind, and passed so quickly has to mean something.
Mark, my daughter and I watched this together. She mostly has to be in bed as life has also presented big challenges to her quality of life. She said that she feels as if she knows you well and remarked that you seem at great peace and that peace is from your heavenly father. Know that she, as I, love you dearly.
RanchStock Stray Hello! And Blessings! to you Mark! This past April my father made the same decision! I am going to give it to my Heavenly Father and what he wants I will be happy with. He passed on 6 April . He did not speak for 3 days before he passed. Laying in bed, he looked around and said, “ it’s beautiful, so beautiful”. I knew at that moment he was in the presence of God and in Heaven! It was hard but with those words I was at pease! We will pray for you Mark and for your daughter Ranch Stock! Merry Christmas and god Bless!
Sending prayers, I am in Hospice right now, a month ago i was given 2 weeks to live it is difficult at best, but surrounding yourself with positivity does help tremendously. My thoughts started out being angry my life didn't turn out the way I dreamed. The last year I stopped grieving for the dream and loving the life I have. It is hard to get to that point. Please know others are going through this and truly understand your decision take care and please keep updating everyone. We all have got your back
Shout out to the dude from Tennessee
Yes lerch400block !
I hope the guy continues with his intentions and leaves the finished (or unfinished) project to little Abe.
Yitzy Krauss I just realized after watching this video Mark’s kid is Abe and Matt’s kid is Lincoln. Abe Lincoln 😂😂pretty funny. I don’t know why I never put that together before because I knew both of their names. I wonder if they did that on purpose??
I hope it was all in good fun because that is pretty funny Mel G 🤣 .
*Tracy Born Again Farm Girl I’m so nosey now lol. Idk what made me think of it today when he said Abe. Maybe he will give me an answer. It is pretty funny. That will be a cool little duo when they get a little older.
Knowing he passed 3 months later, breaks my heart when he says he thinks he has a year.
In hindsight, it was a very good thing he decided to stop treatment, or those last 3 months he would have been unable to spend quality time with his family and friends. R.I.P. Mark
-4 years later...
I now find myself in a similar circumstance fighting Cancer, for the 2nd time. After seeing umpteen specialists, dozens and dozens of tests and treatments, I finally said "Enough!!" and I now choose to spend what I have left with my family. Small world. I now get it more than I ever did before.
Isaiah 57 New Living Translation (NLT)
57 Good people pass away;
the godly often die before their time.
But no one seems to care or wonder why.
No one seems to understand
that God is protecting them from the evil to come.
2 For those who follow godly paths
will rest in peace when they die.
Poor man.
@@rsar61 Gives the man a gigantic tumour on his face...'FEAR'NOT I'M DOING THIS TO PROTECT YOU FROM FUTURE EVILS"
Lesley Young RIP... my boyfriend made a tribute song for him ua-cam.com/video/GNnodTCljyo/v-deo.html peaceful and playful... I didn’t watch his videos but it’s evident he was a great impact & light in many peoples lives.
ChessmasterHex “BAD THINGS HAPPEN SO GOD ISNT REAL” this man who had cancer had faith in God till he died, read the story of job
He was a man who died with great dignity. RIP.
He certainly did. 🙏
Amen!
Amen 🙏
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OMG AMEN! I just feel like I should stop smoking after watching this :((((((((((
Rest in peace. I'm recently diagnosed with a condition that's going to end my life early as well, and this was just randomly in my suggested videos. Sending love to your family.
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God bless you. Im so sorry.
Praying 🙏
Wishing you the best of luck mate, stay strong. ❤
If it's cancer please try fenbendazole with Ivermectin please please. Apricot kernels and nigella sativa and curcumin might help too
Ah, Mark Carriker~ You are sorely missed almost 4 years after your passing. I remember all of us so invested in your journey. Cheering you on making your tractor. I prayed for you to have no more suffering. You taught us so much ❤ With much thanks~ Joan ❤
he suffers no more, the Lord has him safe❤️
As a nurse I've said this a hundred times. There comes a time when enough is enough! So I'm supporting your decision. Love you and you and your family are very much in my prayers.
Agree Darrel. It is a personal decision...one only the patient and family can make. I found Mark and his videos when my daddy was going through chemo and is now gone in a year. This is all so hard.. Mark and family: you're in my prayers, in my heart, in my thoughts. Thank you for sharing you Mark in your situation. You are so loved.
I know it’s hard for people to except these choices but it’s his time and he so deserves to do what he wants that’s what he has left he has fought so hard and so long it’s time for him to rest and enjoy his life
Well said.
Amen and Amen!!!❤
Being your battle Buddy as we were diagnosed the same day, I’ve pondered having to make this decision possibly in the future myself, but I’m not at the decision point. You are the only one who can make that decision. No one can make it for you. Know your family and all friends will support you decision and will take this trip with you. God has your hand and will hold it on this journey. God bless you and the all the family. You are still my battle buddy as we go through this trip together. You and all are in my prayers! Keep positive no matter what. Miracles do happen! Love you!
I am unsure why the algorithm decided to put this on my page but how bittersweet because I see this bravery in another, and puts my problems in greater perspective. Thank you sir, whom I never knew, for sharing- and you would have been a great guy to know. My condolences to the family. I watched my Dad fight and go too soon and I do not know if I could.. I have no kids and all..but thank you for your life and I know you will all meet again.
Me too! I've been seeing alot of these kind of videos on my fyp. Yesterday was a lady named Donna. I don't mind but it's different from what I'm used to having recommended.
@@AkerraNicholson I guess God reminds us of our fragility and fleetness. So I personally decided a while back to eat right and get healthy. Still have a huge way to go bit try. It’s Grace for sure. 👍
Same here! Great respect for this guy! RIP
Same here. Almost 100 days after posting this video Mark passed away with his loved ones at his side. A solid reminder that every day is a blessing. Thank you Mark!
The homies are with you Mark. You are in all of our prayers.. even the ones that don't comment.
Well said Dana Price! Absolutely true
Mark, we are all rootin for you to feel better! We respect your decision. It isnt easy and we are here for you.
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I’m seeing this 4yrs later , RIP Brother , a man like you is definitely sitting with our Father up there in Heaven
You didn't even know him personally, though.
Father up in heaven , how do we prove that wild claim
@@KojLok-dy6gp dk head
God has no children nor was he born
GOD the allmighty the creator of the univers.. Dont have children..! he creates all things.. U got to be dumber then garbage if u think GOD is human or a creation..
My wife made this decision in '06, I was initially crushed but her last few months were better that the yr before of chemicals wrecking her ....totally get it Mark. You all are in my prayers.
lenny1carl is she alive?
@@jesusperez-fe3xv No...passed that yr
lenny1carl so sorry
This man was BRAVE. Can you imagine the darkness he faced in his mind and heart, while shielding his friends and family from his feelings? And in spite of family and friends around him, how alone he must have felt at times? I’m not trying to drum up sad feelings, but simply emphasize his courage. We moan and groan about finances, jobs, our favorite team losses, and countless mundane things without having a clue what REAL trouble looks like. Mark is now experiencing the paradise that is eventually in store for all of us, and it is SO well deserved.
Exelente su comentario gracias 😊
You described these moments and feelings so precisely. Thank you.
Only if your born again in Jesus Christ. Kjv[ John 3:3-7] pls everybody consider receiving salvation in Jesus Christ because faith and trust in Jesus atonement 🎚👈🏼 is the only way we can all qualify for heaven .
@@victoriapopaz5303 People like you are not Christians. You go around with a negative message, wagging your finger at everyone, telling us all the reason why heaven and paradise is not for all of us. YOU NEED TO GO SIT DOWN AND SHUT UP. We can read and know what the scriptures say. Let the Holy Trinity deal with and judge mankind. Take that wagging finger of yours and go wag it yourself in the mirror, and ask the Lord to forgive you for failing to be of any comfort (or USE) to your fellow man.
All of us that give our faith in our Savior Jesus Christ...
He planned on a year and got 3 1/2 months. How cruel. Miss you.
petdetail Sadly it was just Gods Plan, He is better now and is happy.
@n balaboon Do you really have to insult someone that just died?
@n balaboon every knee will bow
@@4thGloryMonday lmao to what ? Jesus buda booba theres isnt one god. But I believe in a energy but not one specific god becuase its ridiculous to assume the actual god is named jesus or buda and looks one specific way.
3310 what year is it right now Bubba? 2020! Since when? Jesus Christ died for our sins& resurrected and the whole World lives from this timeline so you don’t have to believe in speeding tickets but go and speed long enough and you’ll believe in speeding tickets.
The balls on that man. I have almost nothing to live for and i could not show even a sliver of this man's strength, when you know how he was raised, how well he lived and how much he had in front of him it's incomprehensible how he stood that tall during this ordeal.
You became a symbol of strength, a beacon that shall always be there and provide me guidance in my time of needs.
Please never take these videos down.
You could not of put that better -
Wow ❤
I have NEVER smoked, drank alcohol, nor taken any recreational drugs and have not been exposed to hepatitis, but yet I am fighting liver disease. I have decided not to do the transplant list, because I realized no one is guaranteed tomorrow and I'm cool with that. Peace brother and see you on the flip side ❤
"Catch you on the flip side" was the last thing I heard from my brother before he was put in an induced coma for chemotherapy. Seeing your comment made me tear not gonna lie.
@@Wrathrix I apologize for your loss and your tears, I have shed many myself. Nothing in life is fair and some people have all the luck, but those of us that are chosen to exit this stage early have it easier than the ones we leave behind. Like you, they have to deal with the loss & heartbreak. I choose not to have my family watch me suffer and die in agony, I'm a true optimist ... Exit stage left, I'm outta here. ❤❤❤
Kathy Johnson
I do wish you would reconsider the transplant list. Don’t know if you have other health issues. I had a liver transplant this past June and it saved my life. I lost my mom two days prior to my transplant. It was hard loosing her and having the transplant but worth it because I want to live for myself and family. No judgement but please think about it. God bless
@@TM-fj4tr Bless you TM for thinking of someone you don't even know, you are someone pretty special. Right now I am stable for the time being, but God only knows what tomorrow will bring. It has been one hell of a rollercoaster ride this past 5+ years with the liver causing other heath issues and not being a spring chick as I once was. I take each day as it comes and praise each day the lord gives me. Bless you many times over for good health and a long life ❤
Hi my husband is in acute liver failure and we were told last week (by letter!! )That he is not suitable for a transplant as he will die before a liver transplant would become available for him. Almost 3yrs ago we were told that he had a minimum of 1yr to a maximum of 3yrs to live and it is approaching the end of that time. I know that it's not something that can be timed with that exact accuracy, but the symptoms are getting worse. I cannot express fully how this is for our family watching this happen, other than saying that I feel like I'm on a train and it's going to crash and I can't stop it.
I know that I am blessed that we have been together for almost 40yrs and married for 38yrs, am I greedy wanting more time, I don't think so, but it is out of our hands. We take each day at a time and try to make sure we build good memories. I have made a memory box and want everyone to write a message for him and how much they love and care for him. I hope that it will help us travel this journey, so we don't feel alone.
I know that this has been a long message, but you touched my heart when I read your comment.
Take care of yourself and make magical memories.
Kind wishes to you and your loved ones xx
Why’s it always the nice kind people who always get taken early. RIP bro.
Only the good die young.
Kind people usually understand what life is about, they dont need 80 years to learn it. 👍
Could be we live in hell some good slipped through and aren't meant to be here just a thought
well think of this when u go and pick flowers witch ones do u pick. the best ones. i heard this when cameron boyce passed.
Marco Giovanni, Isn't that the truth.
I watch the videos of Mark because he is so much like my Brother.
My Brother past away from cancer in September of 2019. He always had a project going. Always building something, just like Mark. I miss my Brother and Mark.
“Make the best of your time”. Quote for a lifetime!
Hayden53085 literally
This has been popping up on my Algorithm lately. Watching how strong these people are towards the end is so powerful... I rarely walk away with dry eyes.
Me too and it's kind of scaring me. Or is it just telling me to value my life more...
Me too 🤔
shutup
is this guy stil alive ?
@@shanbannan17 No longer with us.
This man has more grace and dignity in his fingertip than I have in all of my flabby 80 kilos.
I'm a Nurse and I have worked with Hospice multiple times, please get on Hospice Care right away! The hours you feel good record you reading a book so your 2 beautiful children can also have that, Love & Prayers!!!!
Yes this. Record yourself reading books. This meant everything to my daughter when her dad was deployed. Hearing the voice is comforting.
I like how he said "don't suggest anymore treatment options," and so many people are doing just that. Listen. This is a hard decision, but it is his decision and we need to respect it.
People are mentioning a bunch of crazy ass treatments like "try this.. the dude that cured cancer was killed by the FDA" Yeah I'd trust them as much as the flat earthers.
I think totally the same way. It his decision and only he has the right to do so. He is entirely clear in mind, sane so there is no reason for people to interfear with his Life-Decisions. none Else have the right but him.
@@adambacon8874 Yeah man try essentials oils! The big pharma knows it heals everything but they want to take over the world!!!! People are crazy as shit. These doctors want to save your life not kill you and your essential oils, mineral solutions, and other bullshit doesn't help.
Sarah Neuren Yes! As a person who spent 5 years in my bed virtually paralyzed and with chronic all day pain, with no diagnosis, I don’t need anyone suggesting how to make it better. Now I live with PTSD, flashbacks, isolation and the inability to have friends because they don’t want to hear about the unbelievable hell that both my family and myself went through. I’ve prayed for death, begged for death. When there are no answers, you just want it to end. Support is what we need. Help is what we need. For me, it helps to talk about the trauma. I’m praying for you, man. May Jesus hold you in the palm of His hand. Even when you don’t feel Him, cling to Him. ❤️❤️❤️
Call 988 in the US when things are bad always just call a hotline have someone see what u are going through show them
I doubt you’ll read this, but to whomever needs it: I became an oncology nurse after my little brother died of melanoma at 31. He did home hospice in my home. Many family members thought he “gave up”. I promise he didn’t. He made a choice to live! To live without being sick, being poked and prodded and some doctors ‘problem to fix’. He spent time with people he loved and was happy. He died just 8 months after his diagnosis, but he LIVED for those 8 months! Making a choice that’s right for you is no one’s business. God bless you and those you love.
Love and respect, "props" to your brother. He was a wise man. I wish you well.
Snow Queen nursing in general is not easy as you know. My mom has been a nurse since 1979 and my friends are in nursing school now. I can’t imagine oncology. You are so right. There are so many healthy people that don’t ‘live,’ take life for granted or are just generally miserable and have no reason to be. While sick people are thankful for each day. I had heart issues the past few months and thought there would be days I wouldn’t wake up. God bless you and your brother as well.
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I totally agree with you. I told my boyfriend I would never go through treatment to buy me time. I have seen family and friends go through it and it’s not the best quality of life. People have the right to choose the way go about treatment or no treatment. I’m glad your brother got to spend time with you and your family being comfortable in your home.
I hope the rest of Homemade's life goes well. I've kinda weakly suggested a holisticish treatment (but bannered it with "HOLISTIC CRAP FALSE HOPE SECTION BELOW please do not read if you do not want your hopes falsely raised") in the form of a radical diet change, but I've couched it with language downplaying any claim I make of it being beneficial. "If you wanna try the thing try the thing, but only keep with it if it noticeably improves your quality of life."
I understand your decision. Hope you have THE BEST memorable Christmas ever with your wife, precious children, parents, siblings, other family members. Bless you. ❤❤❤
When I was in college in the mid 80s I took a class called The American Hero and had to read a Louis L'Amour book (Hondo). I don't remember the story, but I never forgot a certain passage in the book and I thought you might find some comfort in it.
“No man knows the hour of his ending, nor can he choose the place or the manner of his going. To each it is given to die proudly, to die well, and this is, indeed, the final measure of the man.”
― Louis L'Amour
God Bless
GW Beautiful.
I'm glad you remembered this. So appropriate. ♥️
Love the family and do what's best for you and them. I admire you for being true to yourself. God bless.
Beautifully said. Thank you.
What a lovely, beautiful quote... I’m going to keep this with me, Thankyou for sharing ♥️
This just popped up. I forgot how brave & amazing Mark really was at this time of his cancer journey. RIP angel ❤❤❤😢
I waslike like wait wait./ this channel. It was like a fever dream. Clicked old contenct. And wa slike omg. I used to love this guy when I was a young teen. And was like why did his content stop.
And my homie is dead. This hurts, but as the internet culture. We are going to watch so many of our favs die over and over. .
His videos just came up out of nowhere. Trying to figure out what happened.
The pain from his wounds in the end was evident. Heartbreaking. The strength he had to stay positive for his kids and family right until the end... pain is the soul killer.
Also write, write, write. There are so many things I wish I asked my dad before he left.
Notes for the kids as they go through life moments. Graduation, college, marriage.
Notes for your wife, also can leave secret gifts with Matt for her. That way when her bday comes she will have something special from you.
This, 100,000 times. So important.
Great advice. My brother wrote his last months, days when he learned of his cancer. He wrote us each individual letters. It's been 13 years, and his thoughts and words are the best gift he could ever give. 👍🤗🤗
Yes. My dad wrote me a note before he passed. It's something I treasure.
Plenty of video. Even video message. I have done it for all my family in private. Many family members have copies of their own. It's always there and personal too.
Its a bit morbid, but think through and write down for Jacki EVERYTHING you want your funeral to be. My wife did it for me and it was such a weight off me to not have to decide what I thought she wanted, I just had to look at the folder she left "For After I'm Gone."
I, too, am a nurse. Have seen too many things. You know when it's enough. I'm thinking and praying for you and the fam. May you have peace,
comfort and love. Thank you for sharing. You are a true inspiration! ❤
You ended up in my feed and I don't know why. I just want you to know that seeing this is putting a different, better perspective on my day. I don't know you, but I love you, my fellow human.
Same here! Much love and prayers. 😢
If you watch demolition ranch aka off the ranch aka vet ranch then that is how he showed up on your feed. This brave soul is Demo ranch’s brother.
It does make you look at things very differently.
Same.and you summed up my feelings. God bless this man❤
SAME!!!💯🙏💕
It's sad this man died so young. I don't even know who he is, this just came up in my feed. He seemed like a nice enough fella. Rest well, young man❤
Mine too 😢
Right 😢
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He would probably vote for kambala good riddance.
@@plantationsecurity if you truly want to get political he seems more like a republican and even i as a democrat still felt sorry for him and now actively wish you and him could switch places
@@plantationsecurity i'm certain your mother weeps at night knowing she gave birth to you because who the fuck even says this
Just randomly came across this vid... my heart goes out to you. Much respect to your mindset and attitude.
You, sir, are a model to us all: how to live a full life and how to face the end with amazing surety. God bless you and your family.
i’m trying not to let it scare me that this shows up on my feed as i’m going through a major health scare. to anyone who happens to see this, i wish you nothing but peace, love & prosperity.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, wishing you all the very best for the future!
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This randomly got out on my feed to and I have no idea why it’s so weird
Peace to you, Pixie 🙏
Thanks and wish you the same
Here it is October, 2020. Mark thought he might still be here but that horrible cancer took him much faster. Watching his last videos was heart-wrenching but re-watching this video gave me clarity. He knew he was fighting a losing battle and he just wanted to be with his wife and kids. I respect him so much for bravely going through what he did and then accepting the final reality. I miss you Mark, my homie. See you in Heaven soon. I’m 69 so don’t figure I’ve got 30 years left or anything but because of you, I want to live better and appreciate my family more. Byyyyyeeeee. ❤️
I applaud your decision to choose QUALITY of life over quantity. My heart aches for your family. Thank you Mark for letting us walk with you as you make tjis journey. Prayers and love comin' at you!
One word “ inspiration “ praying for you and your family.
I’m still praying for a miracle. Please do the same. Your impact upon us is not measurable! Please continue your story, it’s important and beautifully presented.
Rest in peace. I am the youngest of 3 sisters with cancer. I admire your outlook on your situation , your sense of humor. You’ve inspired me. Thank you. Fly high with the angels.
I don't know your name, if that's your real name, but I know a woman that's the youngest of three sisters with cancer. Just a coincidence, I'm sure.
I don't think Mark has alot of time to fly. He is tinkering on broken wings and halos . He has probably put an automatic opener on the pearly gates. RIP Mark.
This is quite honestly the most heart dropping title I've ever seen. You're in my prayers
As a oncology- palliative nurse I respect your decision, as for the dark humor ya need it with this BS. cheers mate 👍🇦🇺
If people are dying I hope y'all give em as much painkillers as they want.. I mean if they are going to did then it's not like overdose is a problem anymore.
@@smithnwesson990 they can't give the patients what _they_ want because some people would want to deliberately overdose and die on their own terms. One of the things that makes us fear death is that we don't know when it's gonna happen. Plus, if a doctor or nurse is responsible for an overdose, they can can be sued for malpractice and lose their license. Dr Jack Kevorkian AKA Dr Death was helping terminally ill patients pass on where the patient can press a button and administer a "lethal injection"
What a comfort to hear you say you believe in God. Last breath here will be first in Heaven!! Love you Mark! Praying for you and family.
Amen Denise.................................
His statements aren't meant to comfort you. He deserves all good wishes no matter what he does or does not believe in.
God wont save you, its all about your resolve... At least in my experience
Amen only those that belive in his virgin birth death abd resurrection him paying their sin debt fully by his blood atonement at Calvert with their complete trust in Christ as their God ans only saviour will go to heaven immediately after death he said it in his wwords i too belive by faith and nothing or no one couod ever change that . What a great promise and gift to belive in Gods complete perfect work . What a Great God and Saviour . Wages of sin is death but gift of God eternal life through Christ . What a blessing and joy to know this man knew God . The word says to be out of this body is ti be in the presence of the lord and precious in Gods sight is the death of his saints ❤
Lost my husband almost 2 years ago now from cancer. It’s the greatest mind fuck. It’s working it’s not working. I will never get the battle we did out of my head. It just all replays. He fought like a warrior. I love and miss him so much. God bless this man
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braver and better than me. Im whining over my drug addiction. Even found a beautiful Claire Wineland, what it feels like to die *reupload*. Shes dying and looks happy and excited over figuring it out because she wanted to help.
This stuff crushed me tonight.30 year old man. And im just sobbing. I talk about giving up, and others have more optimism and wisdom than I ever will. They said I was a gifted kid. I'm not, Im profoundly stupid. but humbled
I'm very sorry for ur loss. Cancer is horrific I've lost 3 family members to it.
Me too.
You showed up in my feed today for the first time. I am sending you and your family much love and I am keeping you all in my prayers💗
I was one of your crying viewers... more like sobbing. Kind of surprised me. I think am just so moved by your strength in the face of earthly finality. You are speaking about your end on this earth but doing so fully alive. And your faith in God is the source of this ability. In doing that, you show us all our true weakness and our true strength.
I know you’re not intending to be so prophetic and inspirational... I know you’re just doing the best you can for yourself, your family and all while trusting God. And you’re just sharing that with us. I just wanted to say thanks, Mark. And also to let you know that many of our hearts are breaking, accepting and trusting Him along with yours. - Brian
Thank you. You put my feelings to words.
'Amen'
Brian Baker same here I’m ugly crying I’ve been here when he first started the channel I want to hug the whole family I’m sending hugs and love from Tennessee
Mark is teaching so many people by sharing the ups and downs of cancer. Even for those of us who have been there for family or friends this is a good reminder.
I am with you heart broken so I hope power of prayers give Mark Family and friends his best life for what’s left. Keeping you Mark and family friends in my prayers and thoughts 🙏
My husband made the same decision and had a good year after that. I admired him for it, and I admire you. Love and prayers to you
this video just popped up. As I watched him explain his condition I just realized a moment ago that this is three years old and this brave man has already passed. RIP SIR, and I am so sorry this happened to you.
Same, but nine days later for me! Even though it's painful to hear, he's made youtube history. His videos continue to help others to stay positive ❤
Same here.. I have had cancer 5x.. prayers and condolences for this young man's family... he was so brave. 💜🙏🏻✝️🛐
Just found today. 😢 sorry he is no longer here and I didn't know hìm.
My heart broke just reading the title. I had to wait a while until I could see well enough to type. I love you. 😢😭😘🙏
Maura Swenson same 😭😭😭
Being a nurse I totally understand your decision. Prayers to you and your family. Only you can decide when enough is enough. I support your decision. It's not selfish.
Restore the tractor if you enjoy it, then your son will always have his dad's super dope tractor. I still got hope and I pray you still have it to Mark.
This man lives on through us by carrying his memory. He was kind enough to take us through his journey. You never know which one of us might need his advice.
Whole heartedly agree
Look how small it was when he called it quits. Never would have thought it would grow as big as it did as fast as it did. Happy he’s no longer in pain because it was horrible.
He was a great person, did he ever say how he got it? just unlucky or was there some other environmental reason or something?
@@alex4alexn His type of cancer is so rare that they don't even know the risk factors yet.
Bress Lova is there a vid explaining that from him?
RIP.
Glad hes not in any pain. Praying for his family...any one know if he used dip before he got it?
He's really handsome and articulate. Cancer is cruel to take someone so young. Too bad there wasn't some treatment that could deal with this.
Can’t imagine how hard this decision was for you.. praying for you and your family
I can't imagine having to make the decision that you did. I have to commend you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!!!!
Corporate medicine is only one way. That's what he is stopping.
Weird to see such a young good looking guy dealing with this and knowing he passed away is heavy.
You predicted that you would live for one year, but it was only 3 months, However, you did in your life time more than people would do in 90 years. I love you Mark, and may your soul RIP.
He certainly did. He left a lesson with many, many of us. 💔😢
Nah, he did live over a year! I still watching is his video and I still laughing like he posted a new video last week!
Philly Lisa here.What a strong Amazing man he was RIP.Why?The good people?When the shits of the live on.
I am a breast cancer su and this man is an inspiration to me and what my decisions might be if my cancer came back. We are all on the same team after all
Can't imagine how difficult it was to make the decision, so sorry that you've had to go through all this! God Bless you and your family.
You should work with Andy and Matt to record videos for each of the kiddos’s weddings, has graduation, first date, etc. keep them private only for the kiddos and wifey.
I think that is a wonderful idea. You could even have them delivered on their special moment, words of wisdom as needed.
He has said he is writing to them.
to watch this again. He was one of the most courageous fellas ever. Sure hope Dr. and chillins' are doing okay. He leaves a legacy.
Tremendous respect for how you’ve faced this. Your thoughts on living with intention and purpose are inspiring to many, myself included. Praying you have the best possible time with your family that you can. Thank you for sharing this with people who have grown to love you and your family.
So sorry dude. Don't hold off on hospice though, they'll help get you resources to make life easier now. Take care. ❤️
krapposelli hospice is in your home. Don’t give advice when you don’t know what your saying.
Todd Johnson actually that’s incorrect. My wife works in hospice. There are plenty of facilities. Two teaspoons should be enough...
Billy Bob America, My niece ( my other sister's) works for hospice. She came up right away, and made arrangements for my sister in the fourth sign of life end from dementia. Within an hour she was under their care. It made such a difference. This was on a Saturday and she passed in her sleep after a three and a half fight the following Wednesday( this November 27th).
@@toddjohnson9546 uh.... I know exactly what I'm talking about - there are inpatient and at-home options. And I never recommend either option for him, that would be his and his family's preference.
@@toddjohnson9546 I think you need to take your own advice bro. Secondly, why be so negative? This man just made a really hard decision that no man, especially a man who lived a healthy lifestyle and with a young family should ever have to make. Negative and ignorant comments like yours, is the last thing Mark needs to read right now in his comment section. Go seek out your need for attention elsewhere. Tip - try to find a space to spill your negative energy somewhere, where someone isn't fighting for their life and is kind enough to share their journey with their followers. Those kind of pages are "No Negative Energy or Vibe Zones".
Cancer sucks so bad. Many well wishes and hoping for a miracle.
Amen. Actually I had terminal cancer in 2006,and it just stopped,reversed,and now i'm free..for a while. So yes,miracles does happen. Hoping the best for this guy.
Wendy effing cancer
Good luck and God Bless..... I watched my darling father lose his fight to cancer in 1993!
200th Like on this comment here. Words well said. I wish he had had more than 3 1/2 months.
Mark was a courageous example to all of us. Rest In Peace🙏
Mark, I’m so in awe of your transparency. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You do you son. Lots of prayers going up for you and your family.
Everything is in God’s hands, so you are totally correct that whatever happens is God’s plan. Praying for you all. 😊
:( while i understand, i won't give up in prayer. this is so heartbreaking. i am so sorry Mark. your strength has inspired me. love you and your family.
Amen. Mark, I have my own cancer stories but ultimately they all suck because that's what cancer does.
I truly hate to hear that the treatments aren't working. I also am a believer and I believe that sometimes we put ourselves through more agony that what God intends. He CAN heal 100% IF that's his plan and will for your and your families lives. You've endured so much already. It truly amazes me how strong you've been and how upbeat you are in your videos. I will keep you and you family in my prayers.
Amen. I won’t give up either, I have followed you and your family for years. I just love you all, you guys are special people.
He made the right choice . My son was a guinie pig by these Dr's. And Surgeries which were never done before . After 4 times of cemo and 9 Surgeries removing limbs leaving him with hanging skin and brain Surgeries. It was horrid for him and to witness. Its quality of life not quanity. Your at Peace with my son with no more suffering ❤
If the treatments will leave you permanently disabled and unable to care for your family, then it is the right choice.
If that is not the case though, you should do every last thing you can possibly do. The problem is "cancer culture" is full of annoying things like for example what he was saying at 3:30 -putting you through emotional rollercoasters and it drives you insane.
Also they don't give you the right kind of drugs. There are dissociatives out there that will make you not even care one bit about the pain, but no doctor will prescribe them in the west.
Sometimes being a guinea pig isn’t a bad idea especially if it can help further research into the treatments, as a cancer survivor I allowed the doctors to share everything with their colleagues to help further research on the specific cancer I had to help create more effective treatments!
Bless you and your family and all you went through in losing your son. Hold on to all those good times you had in the "before". Hold on to the beautiful memories you all made. 🌈 🌄 ❤
Ungrateful much?
Hugs, Theresa.
Hope you are well and at peace.
I'm so sorry to hear this news. I can't even fathom having to make that decision. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
I've had to make that decision with my wife as well. It BLOWS. We, too, exhausted everything even closely related to her type of cancer and the doctors were basically into the "throw a handful of darts and see what sticks" phase. The side effects were killing her faster than the cancer was at that point.
And she actually did pretty well for about another 7 months, but one slip and fall on the deck while enjoying the sun and fresh air, she couldn't fight both injuries, and within 2 months she was gone. :(
I watched my mother who said she wouldnt put herself through treatments if she ever got cancer, put herself through every treatment available until she finally lost the battle. It takes more courage to stop and get as much out of what you have left than to miss what time you have left cause you are so sick. Break out the bucket list and enjoy. My heart breaks for you and your family. Sending nothing but love from NY. Prayers to you.
Bless you. Make digital recording messages to your children for their graduation and weddings.
Denise T great ideas!!!!
That would be beautiful
thats fucking devastating. But what a great gift to his family
RIP man. I watch your videos everytime I feel shit about myself or about life. Your story really puts everything into perspective that I should be thankful for just being alive and vaguely healthy. Thankyou for everything man and say hi to my grandparents for me. Love you man
Mark it’s a tough decision but clearly the correct one for you. I’m glad you are spending your time doing what you want. Please say something if you and Jackie need some help financially. Your inspirational to so many of us. God bless, you are in my prayers. Also from personal experience with my parents, do Hospice sooner than later. As for the tractor, damn it if you want to rebuild that tractor, do it.
I’m a great respecter of pain. I’m on pain management and some days my pain is livable...other days not so much. It will never get better, as my muscles atrophy it will get worse. Pain just sucks the joy out of life. Love you Mark.
Mark, so thankful you shared your last days with so many, as a reminder that “Life is short”.
You’re a hero. 🙏
I never thought id cry over someone ive never met or had any connection to my prayers go to you
Me too! It's just beyond words and tears are impossible to stop....😔😢 What a phenomenal man... Mark affected my to my core! I really wish comfort and strength to his family in any small way
Add me to that list. He was a very special man
The entire family is.,Love and prayers to the family
He has passed away. His wife did a video on this
Guys I did the same I have been following his brother Matt on UA-cam these brothers are really awesome guys that I have never met personally but you still fill like there your family .RIPMark
OMG I ran to the bathroom and just ugly cried when he passed. Uuuuuuugly! For a stranger I'd come to love like a son. 💖
We should all I’ve like we are dying! And it’s as real as it ever will get. Keep your faith and keep looking for God in everything...💪🏻🙏🏻💪🏻
I remember watching all his videos up until he passed and watching his wife announce he had passed. I cried for days even though I didn’t know him personally. Watching his struggle made me feel I did. He left behind a young beautiful family.
I’ll continue to pray for you and will pray even more for comfort and peace during this transition. Thank you for opening your life to us and know we care so much for you. ❤️
There comes a time when you have to make decisions to give yourself a time to enjoy life again. God be with you and Jesus hold you close.
However long the “long run” is, I pray that you and your family and friends are at peace. May the
Lord continue to bless you. Praying for you and your family.
I dont think he has been blessed . What a stupid thing to say!
@Cris Leary Amen!!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕💕
Crazy Ed's Garage Not stupid at all. Our Lord has blessed him. Blessed him to make the decision that is best for him, the peace to make this difficult decision, has blessed him with family and friends that will be with him for the long haul til it’s his time to go home.
His sense of humour is dark, but accessible, showing a lot of strength. I hope he found peace and comfort to assist him on his way.
You have been so impressive in your fight, attitude, humor, love and faith and you continue to be. We're praying for you all.
When one door closes, another one opens. The door you have chosen is the right one for you. God bless you and your family, and I will pray for you all. Peace and love Mark.
Came across this the other day and thought of you after I saw your video.
"None of us are getting out of here alive so please stop treating yourself like an afterthought. Eat the delicious food. Walk in the sunshine. Jump in the Ocean. Say the truth that you're carrying hiden in your heart like a treasure. Be silly. Be kind. Be weird. There's no time for anything else."
Hope the treatments that you had this past year have given you more time with your family. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers! 🙏🙏🙏
Never ever take anything for granted. I've known, loved and lost so many people to that evil bastard cancer and every single one I've thought to myself "why is it that all the horrible bastards on this planet get to live long healthy lives when it's always the best that are taken way way way to early, seems so unfair😢
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It’s a relief when you come to this kind of decision. I’m in a similar situation and when I told my doctors I wasn’t interested in further treatment, they were stunned. It’s a deeply personal decision and one that is completely up to you. God bless and Godspeed on the next part of your journey.
Not trolling you, seriously. But were they stunned because they realized the practice would no longer be able to bill bill bill $ ? Call me jaded, but it is a profit driven industry, regardless of how Frankensteinian the "treatments" can get.
You're so right, it is extremely personal. I hope your friends and family support your decision or atleast they keep their opinions to themselves and enjoy what time they have left with you. Sending hugs and prayers for as many good days as possible. God bless and godspeed to you also.
Sarah, I think what you said was very meaningful and true about the next part of his journey. We don’t really know what’s on the other side of this life but I would like to think that the soul continues on.
@@sergeantbilko7070 Well we Christian's do know what is on the other side. However that doesn't always make death and leaving your family behind any easier.
God bless. Its hard walking in unknown paths. Live your life like you want. No regrets. Hugs and prayers for p eace.
What a truly incredible man, husband, father, son ... RIP sir ... Your bravery was incredible.
Man. Not gonna lie, this breaks my heart. I commend you on your decision. Not easy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Much love to you and yours, brother! ❤️
This just popped up. I followed Marks journey with His illness. It's been a few years now, since His passing. I prayed so hard for His health. Rest in peace 🕊️
As someone that lost my father when I was very young, I am mentally torn. As an adult I get it, and your reasons, in the end, are your own. It took a long time for me to understand that growing up why my father made that same choice. All I can offer having been on the other side of this decision as a child is spend all the time with your kids you can and use that camera to tell them any thoughts or lessons that might cross your mind along the way. As children, we ask "why" about so many things and I often wished I would have been able to get some of those perspectives from my dad. Keep fighting on your terms and live life your way. God bless!
Blessings. Respect your decision.
Four years ago this week, I sat with my daughter as her body shut down. She passed on the 12th of this month. Four weeks before her 33rd birthday. She ate and drank what ever she wanted. She was happy and bright until the end.
She died from a birth defect we did not know she had. Most with this problem die in vitro, or die soon after birth. We enjoyed her company for nearly 33 years.
💜🦋
The 12th is significant to me. Im 37 (since july). You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Niles Assistance Dog How blessed you were to have your sweet daughter for 33 years. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Your courage, openness and faith is so inspiring. I pray that the peace you’ve found in your decision is also in your family and friends. God Bless you and know that prayers are being said.
I don’t know how I missed this episode. What an amazing strong, funny man Mark was. I saw the video when he passed by his wife.
He had such a good sense of humor all the way to the end. It’s weird meeting this man at the of his life and slowly going back to better days as I watch more of his videos.
It's hard to believe he's gone. March 19 2020 during the height of virus quarantine so family can't even gather for a funeral. RIP
I don't think that applies to funerals. Let the government try to tell me I can't bury a loved one!
@@cwatson42785 it sucks! It really sucks! In the current situation to experience such a loss on top of it.
But I don't really see it as the government forbidding me to burry a loved one, but more as a virus, which doesn't have emotions, feelings or even a thought. It just knows how to reproduce, even when it means killings its host. Even if its host are grieving over the loss of a loved one. That virus doesn't know the difference.
We can stop having to dig new graves for victims. Each loss is bad enough...
Rest in Peace, Mark
@@gintonic5770 Well said Gin! I feel so bad for his family to not only be dealing with the damn virus affecting the world but to now lose their loving Father, husband, brother and son. Life is so unfair. To see how quick this all happened with Mark in a little over a year and everything he had to endure. While most of us never knew Mark personally I think its just as devastating cause you can see what a great guy he really was. I just can't stop thinking of his beautiful daughter and cute little son now having to grow up without their father. All the years and memories taken from them. I just can't imagine what that poor little girl and little son are going through without their father right now. And also his lovely, beautiful wife. Its heartbreaking.
Think how many thousands would have gone if we weren't all going to give each other Wu-flu.
@@cwatson42785 My husband's cousin just died on March 20th. He was put on hospice about 6 months ago. His arrangements want be until tomorrow, due to Covid 19. The funeral home has already advised his wife, to plan for limited visitation and service attendence. It will just be immediate family. In this situation, immediate family will exceed the attendence guidelines. His wife is worried she might have to choose between his siblings and their grandchildren. She may have to split the family between those to be at the chapel service and those to be present at grave side.
Knowing Covid 19 will change attendence. My husband and I took food down for the immediate family yesterday. We will go visit her once everything has settled down after the funeral. Provided everyone stays well.
Mark, no words just JESUS. Keep worship music on, and praise god with every breath you have. Love you.
What a wonderful, strong, sweet, Christian man. I never met you but I will never forget you. You made me cry, you made me laugh and you still do. Miss you Mark.
The fact he accepted his fate makes him stronger then ill ever be I don’t think I could swallow that pill like he has R.I.P Brother heaven always has a place for amazing ppl like you glad the pain is gone ☹️
Thinking of you and your family. Sending prayers of strength and love.
I am so sorry you could not find a treatment that was effective, yet not horrible at the same time. I will not question why...I already know.
I know everybody wishes we could do more. You, and your family are in my prayers. God works in ways no human understands. My Mom had Pancreatic cancer, stage 4. She had 16 months..13 that were Great...she was almost normal. So, I do understand your decision. Do your best striving for happy days. Mom had the Fentanyl patch...99% pain free. Try to do what you can on that Tractor...but, don't beat yourself self up about what you can do.
I'm so sorry for all this man had to go through. It was a hard journey for his body. He was very inspirational and remains in the minds of so many around him. RIP.
This is a decision people have to respect.
My late husband decided to quit chemo. My late twin decided to quit treatments. When they both told me, I had to respect their wishes.
Quality or Quantity.
You are correct. The people I have known to go through chemo never once complained about the discomfort they were in. But, it was obvious it was extremely uncomfortable for them and when they waved the white flag we respected that.
My grandmother did that around 3 years ago. She was in her 80's fighting lung and bowel cancer, went through several rounds of chemo, multiple surgeries, and the tumors kept coming back. She was 85 and she told everyone enough, she was done, she was just too tired and didn't see the point of struggling on. She stopped treatments and the family organized everyone to come see her, in her own home and bed, to say their goodbyes. She got to say her goodbyes to everyone she wanted, got closure with everyone she wanted, prayed and spent time with her church, and passed not even 3 days later.
The fact that she achieved closure, of sound mind, and passed so quickly has to mean something.
brightii Keeton Exactly. Quality.
Mark, my daughter and I watched this together. She mostly has to be in bed as life has also presented big challenges to her quality of life. She said that she feels as if she knows you well and remarked that you seem at great peace and that peace is from your heavenly father.
Know that she, as I, love you dearly.
RanchStock Stray Hello! And Blessings! to you Mark! This past April my father made the same decision! I am going to give it to my Heavenly Father and what he wants I will be happy with. He passed on 6 April . He did not speak for 3 days before he passed. Laying in bed, he looked around and said, “ it’s beautiful, so beautiful”. I knew at that moment he was in the presence of God and in Heaven! It was hard but with those words I was at pease! We will pray for you Mark and for your daughter Ranch Stock! Merry Christmas and god Bless!
Ranchstock stray I will pray for your daughter and your family may the peace of Jesus be on you all, God bless
Sending prayers, I am in Hospice right now, a month ago i was given 2 weeks to live it is difficult at best, but surrounding yourself with positivity does help tremendously. My thoughts started out being angry my life didn't turn out the way I dreamed. The last year I stopped grieving for the dream and loving the life I have. It is hard to get to that point. Please know others are going through this and truly understand your decision take care and please keep updating everyone. We all have got your back
Keeping you in my prayers Debbie
Love and prayers to you and your family. 💖
My dad passed away a month ago today. Hospice was so great to him. I hope yours is too. Sending you much love and hopes for comfort. ❤️
Debbie, sending you a hug
May His strength and love be with you. Prayers going up!!!