PastaPilot 17 Posted September 6, 2014 Many of you may not be connected to Duane on Facebook, but our man Tree has started Chemotherapy last week. He and his family could you your focus of energy, thoughts or prayers during this time. Starting chemotherapy today. It's been a pretty tough week with glimpses of hope that would make this thing easier to fight that hasn't quite panned out. Diagnosis is esophageal cancer which is a hard one. I'll keep relying on God to be by my side. Keep up the prayers everyone anything is possible through Christ. My wife has been awesome through this and next week we plan to setup a page for the latest updates. Try to give her a break through the weekend though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CVRick 42 Posted September 7, 2014 My thoughts and my prayers are with you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suspenders 43 Posted September 7, 2014 Jeez, Been thinking about him all day after reading it in another post. Met Duane with OTB at the desert for less than a full season of racing but he made an impression on me. If they need anything post it up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baja2015 0 Posted September 7, 2014 Hang in there buddy! My thoughts will be with you. Stay positive Amigo! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slagnado 0 Posted September 15, 2014 Prayers for Tree and his family to a speedy and healthy recovery. He is battling stage 4 esophageal cancer. It is a battle we-his family and friends-refuse to let him fight alone. A friend of his has started a Fundly account, if anyone would like to make a donation to help Duane out with his medical costs. The link is: https://fundly.com/duane-swainston-tree-work-ahead?ft_src=fbshare#supporters/donors Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vagabundo 0 Posted September 15, 2014 Duane, hang in there my friend. Stay strong and keep the faith. I will be waiting for our next Baja ride! "Some days there won’t be a song in your heart. Sing anyway." Eric Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted September 15, 2014 "If you're going through hell, keep going." Winston Churchill Hang tough, my thoughts and prayers are with you. CiD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted September 15, 2014 My positive thoughts are with youTREE! Let's do another kKug mystery ride! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 512 Posted September 15, 2014 Damn....too much cancer going around....hitting a lot of people I know also....its sad. Anyway....Duane....hang in there...positive thoughts, vibes and prayers coming your way....over the line ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joliet 0 Posted September 15, 2014 Hang in there buddy, my family will be saying a prayer for you. Ken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 512 Posted September 16, 2014 Donation sent ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted September 23, 2014 Based on Facebook posts, it appears Tree died today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strega 0 Posted September 24, 2014 Based on Facebook posts, it appears Tree died today. A great guy, he will be sorely missed by many =\ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted September 24, 2014 Wow. I'm pretty f'in tired of this cancer sh!t. He lived life to it's fullest and was a positive person every time I was around him. Ride in Peace. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenosan 2 Posted September 24, 2014 Very sorry to hear this. First time I met him he walked me up to the bar and bought me a beer. A real gentlemen and great rider. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted September 24, 2014 damn...that was SO quick from diagnosis! That sucks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ADV Bum 205 Posted September 24, 2014 RIP Duane. Condolences go out to his family. He will be missed by many. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slagnado 0 Posted September 24, 2014 Ride in Peace Tree, you will be dearly missed. My prayers to your wife and kids. Godspeed.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 512 Posted September 24, 2014 Whaaaat ?????? Oh no.....sad news. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 146 Posted September 24, 2014 Shocking news --He went so fast. I got a Packer chese wedge cup holder for him from my recent trip to Green Bay. So Sad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Champ 116 Posted September 24, 2014 DIED! Damn! Any plans anybody know of? RIP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
