Kenny's Hurt Bad - Please Keep him in your Prayers

[syborg tt]

Morning,

Yesterday when Kenny Davis (www.kdhotrods.com ) was out Rock crawling he was ejected from the vehicle. As it rolled over it landed on him crushing his skull. He was life flighted to Tulsa where they put over 20 plates and more then 30 screws in his head. They had to remove some of his brain tissue that was exposed to prevent infection.

Prior to surgery he was conscious which is a good sign. We just have to hope that the swelling stops and doesn’t cause any damage.

As of this morning Angie said Kenny had a good night and he will be going in for another cat scan this morning with contrast to see what kind of damage there is.

They will also be meeting with the optometrist so they can evaluate the condition of his eye.

Kenny is going to have a long road for recover so please keep Kenny and his family in your prayers.

As I get updates I will post them in the first post so you can check back to see how he is doing.


12-07-08 Update ( TJ Bruning Auto )

A post from someone who was there when the accident happened -

"There was a group of us playing/warming up the rigs at Disney below the west dam and Kenny’s rig developed a vacuum leak. At that time he and another buddy jumped in someone else’s buggy (Kenny Driving) to run to napa to get a part. They were going at very slow speed and not crawling in the sense of the word. At the time of the roll we were down in the bottom by the rock garden and did not see it happen, I don’t think anyone did. I am sure Kenny did not think he needed his belt as he was in a very well built rig and just going from a to b. It took about 20 min for the local ambulance to arrive and another 30 of so for life flight.

All things considered the doctors have been optimistic from the beginning and he was talking right up until the time he went to the OR. Actually he yelled, in true KD fashion, that he was going to be fine and not to worry.


12-07-08 Update

Just in case you haven't seen Blake's post, we're sending shop shirts or whatever else, cards, magazines, candy, flowers, etc. to the hospital since he's going to be there at least 3 weeks.

St John Hospital
1923 South Utica
Tulsa, OK 74104

11-07-08 Update ( Jason R )
Just talked to Travis right now and the very latest catscans revealed that he's healing really well and the fluid is draining, swelling is going down, no bleeding and the doctors are truly surprised and optimistic at how good the scans look and say he'll be out of the ICU this week. Not even close to out of the hospital but out of the ICU which is a big step, so keep the love coming!


12-08-08 Update ( Travis )
Good morning,
First of all I would like to say that Angie is overwhelmed at the support she is gotten and didnt really have words when I told her about the fund that had been set up. All she could say was "trav thats great, thats really great". It has been an emotional roller coaster for all of us that are close to him. I cant give enough thanks to all of you both the guys that know him on a personal level and those of you that have never met him, its just awesome the support we are getting.

As far as the insurance he does have insurance I called the dealership where his employed full time and should have some info back her in a little while. But as of right now keep him in your prayers and thoughts. He is a tuff as they come. He was asking me yesterday when he could go back to work and how much longer he had to be there.
I will try to update everyone as much as I can.

I know this hasnt been touched on but his crawler had broken down so him and another good friend of mine jumped in another guys crawler....a very nice vey capable pro built rig. They were just going to run back to the truck they were around 100yds from the dirt road that would have taken them right back to the truck. There was a 5ft ledge that had to be crossed to get down to the road. We arent sure what happened but this is where the crawler rolled..... Kenny has always been very safety concious when they go crawling this was just one of those freak accidents. It would be like going to the race track and getting hit in the pits. Truely just a freak accident

For those that dont have paypal you can send a money order to my address or any other magazines, etc. He is in room 715 right now but will be moving out in a couple days if all stay well. I will update that as I know.

Travis Ball
13821 toepfer rd
garfield, Ar
72732

12-09-08 Update 2:25pm sick65
Just got a text from Angie...Doc said everything looks great and they are moving Kenny out of ICU. No word on the new room number, but he has improved enough to be moved to a regular room.:D[/QUOTE]

12-10-08 Update 3:00pm

Okay, I just got off the phone with Travis and we are all in shock.

Kenny is going to have another Scan in the morning and if it's good then he may get to go home by the weekend. He will still have to go back weekly for check ups but the news just keeps getting better every day.

So for everyone that was going to be sending him something send it to Travis and he will deliver it to him.

Travis Ball
13821 Toepfer rd
garfield, Ar
72732

ps For a man that was this close to death and to be going home so soon it truely is a miracle.

[amaronut]

Thoughts and prayers to Kenny and family..............

[68protouring454]

wish kenny all the luck in the world, my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
for a guy that will do anything for you, this is such sad news.....

if there is anything we or i can do just ask or email me.

[66LS7]

I have no idea who Kenny is, but I hope that he recovers & is able to live a normal life. He will be in our prayers

[Jim Nilsen]

He is on the top of my prayers and hope he recovers as soon as he can!

It's a miracle he was able to awaken, let's pray that is a good sign !!!

[radrambler]

MARTY

this is terrible news..
wishing the best for him and his family


tom

[DOOM]

Will do Marty !Please keeep use posted:( :(

[Weldon0405]

I will definitely keep him and his family in my prayers.

[Stuart Adams]

Oh my, I'll be praying for Kenny and his family.

[Ricochet]

I'm so sorry to hear of this. My thoughts and prayers are with Kenny and his family at this time of need.

[NovaBlue71]

Our thoughts and prayers are with Kenny and his family.

[CarterHickmanDesigns]

WOW! Marty, thank you for letting us know. I know Kenny and this is some very upsetting news. My thoughts and prayers go out to Kenny and the crew.

Carter

[HRBS]

Stay strong Kenny.
We're all thinking of you and your family !
Get well soon.

[deuce_454]

my prayers go out to him... and the compound skullfracture usually proves to be a good thing, that way swelling doesnt compress the brain as it has a place to go....


get well soon

[Autokraft]

We got you in our prayers as well. Get well Kenny!

[camcojb]

definitely in our thoughts. Get well soon Kenny.

Jody

[slownova]

in my prayers also. get well kenny.

[monza]

That's awful, all the best to him and his family!
This site makes friends out of people you don't really know, I feel bad and I only know him from posts and projects... a huge circle of friends are pulling for him, Keep Strong!

[JamesJ]

WOW, That is no part of fun day, all the best to him, I only know him from this, but to those who see him, the next months he will need you.

[thedugan]

Can we do any kind of a lateral-g.net get well group gift to the hospital?

[Steve Chryssos]

That's awful news. Kenny Davis has a lot of talent and a lot of determination, too. Best wishes to Kenny and his family for a speedy recovery. :yes:

[RECOVERY ROOM]

I have been getting updates since the accident from Travis who is there at the hospital.He made it thru the night.He knows what is going on and knows where he is.Kenny has a long road of pain and recovery ahead of him but is a strong person,I will post updates and so will Marty

[comp-spec]

Best Wishes and Prayers are with Kenny and his family
Marty ANYTHING just ask

[Vegas69]

Best of luck Kenny.:yes:

[deuce_454]

Can we do any kind of a lateral-g.net get well group gift to the hospital?


count me in...

[jst8a5.0]

Yikes! That's terrible this happened. I hope he recovers well. He and his family will be in our prayers as well.

[TwinSting]

our thoughts and prayers are with you Kenny and your family.

[nvr2fst]

My prayers are with you Kenny and your family. I pray that your recovery and outcome is well.

I met and spent some time with Kenny at Columbus. One of the nicest, humble guys I met in a long time.
Dave

[tones2SS]

My prayers go out to Kenny and his family for a full and speedy recovery.

[slamdimpala]

will keep Kenny and his family and friends in prayers. Hope he gets well soon. Its a shame that this kind of thing happens to the best of people. Get well soon Kenny

[Blake Foster]

i wish Kenny alll the best and a good recovery.
i had an idea.
what if everyone with a shop(not to exclude ppl with out shops) signed one of their Tshirts and sent it to Kenny to show support, just something different than a car or flowers?
we are going to send one

[tjbruning]

Stay strong Kenny! Thoughts and prayers for you and your family :(

[Steve1968LS2]

Man, so sorry to hear this. Such sad news and Kenny is such a nice guy. :(

Our prayers are with him for a full recovery.

[Smack_talker]

I will keep Kenny in my thoughts and pray for a full recovery.

[lhkustoms]

kenny our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

[Musclerodz]

Get well buddy, we are thinking about you.

[comp-spec]

i wish Kenny alll the best and a good recovery.
i had an idea.
what if everyone with a shop(not to exclude ppl with out shops) signed one of their Tshirts and sent it to Kenny to show support, just something different than a car or flowers?
we are going to send one

I'm in good idea :thumbsup:

[ironworks]

My thoughts and prayer are for Kenny and his Family. I will put a shirt togther this week. Where do we send it?

Rodger

[OLDFLM]

May God bless Kenny and his family during this tough time...
My family's thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

[CRCRFT78]

We're pulling for you Kenny.

[comp-spec]

DOUG COOPER
just put thuis up on PT

I just got off the phone with Travis.

Kenny had just woken up and started talking... one of the first things he asked was how the crawler he turned over was? asked for his daughter... and was just carrying on [a conversation] as normal. that's great news!

The doctors biggest concerns associated with the head injury are, additional swelling of the brain and infection.
They had to rebuild one of his eye sockets and he isn't able to open that eye at this time. The doctors felt he would have his vision in that eye.

He was also able to move all his LIMBS!

They are doing another cat scan later today I will keep you informed.

[comp-spec]

My thoughts and prayer are for Kenny and his Family. I will put a shirt togther this week. Where do we send it?

Rodger


KILLER put this up on PT

KD Hotrods
10846 West High Meadow Rogers, AR 72756

[V8TV]

Kenny's a great guy and we're all pullin' for him. I went back through the archives and found our '07 radio and video interviews with him while the KDHR team was building the ZL1 Camaro for SEMA... for those who have never met the man, you can get a feel for his genuine enthusiasm and talent in these stories. We pray for a speedy and full recovery.

http://www.v8tvshow.com/forum/index.php/topic,28.0.html

[awr68]

Very sad news! It is good to hear that he is awake and knows where he is.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Kenny, family, and crew.

Was there anyone else in the crawler?

[Hdesign]

OMG, wow, that's awful news but sounds like things are starting to look a little brighter....relatively speaking. We wish he and his fam all the best and we'll keep him in our thoughts!

[tjbruning]

A post from someone that was there when the accident happened...

"There was a group of us playing/warming up the rigs at Disney below the west dam and Kenny’s rig developed a vacuum leak. At that time he and another buddy jumped in someone else’s buggy (Kenny Driving) to run to napa to get a part. They were going at very slow speed and not crawling in the sense of the word. At the time of the roll we were down in the bottom by the rock garden and did not see it happen, I don’t think anyone did. I am sure Kenny did not think he needed his belt as he was in a very well built rig and just going from a to b. It took about 20 min for the local ambulance to arrive and another 30 of so for life flight.

All things considered the doctors have been optimistic from the beginning and he was talking right up until the time he went to the OR. Actually he yelled, in true KD fashion, that he was going to be fine and not to worry.

Kenny has only been into crawling for a short time, but has already brought a lot to the sport. He is very proud of the Campbell buggy he rebuilt and has done some great work on all of our rigs. He is one of those guys that doesn’t know a stranger and gets along with everyone, better be able to take a joke!! He is one of a kind!!

I am sure Kenny would tell us all to buckle in no matter what so let’s try to keep the vibe positive in this thread. I will be going to Tulsa every chance I get till he comes home so I will take all your prayers and well washings to Kenny and his family.

On their behalf thank you for the support."

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?p=9100941&posted=1#post9100941

[Musclerodz]

Which hospital in Tulsa is he in Marty? I may go try and see him since I am not far away and know I can get in.

[Streetking]

Sorry to hear this, our thoughts are with him and his family..

SW

[JayR]

I just called Travis and he was in the room and put me on speakerphone with Kenny. He was groggy but very aware, cognitive and positive.

Here's the hospital address to send him whatever you think a guy stuck in the hospital for 3 weeks might need. Cards, magazines, books, flowers for his wife to look at since she'll be there too, books, candy, etc.

St John Hospital
1923 South Utica
Tulsa, OK 74104

We're all thinking about you, Brother...

[Tuned55]

It's been a while since I've been here but I am sorry to hear about Kenny. Our prayers go out to him and his family.

[skatinjay27]

hoping for a speedy recovery for kenny

[68protouring454]

thanks for the address jason.
i will send my t shirt there, man this is crazy, kenny has not had the best of a year, hopefully we can help make the end of it a whole lot better

[bentfab]

Stay strong and positive. The good Lord can get you through anything. Our prayers are with you KD.

[notorious1970]

Met Kenny out at a few of the shows, hope he has a quick recovery. Keep us posted.

[Tom.A]

Terrible to hear and I am very sorry. Good to hear is talking.

[7TSS]

Will keep Kenny and family in our thoughts and prayers. Hoping for a speedy recovery.

[65 347]

Sorry to hear about Kenny, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

[TravisB]

Hey everybody first let me tell you all thanks for all the thoughts and prayers. Those of you that have called and have talked thanks a ton. We are all doing as good as expected and kenny is doing awesome. I'm here at the hospital now and he just got his neckbrace off and is in very good spirits considering the situation. We should know later today if there is anymore internal bleeding but all looks really really good at this time. Once again thanks to everyone. If any of our close friends would like to call me I have no problem with that. My cell is 479-426-3462 also if you would like to send things it may be easier if you sent them to me and I can bring them over here. My address is
Travis Ball
13821 toepfer rd
Garfield, ar
72732

I will be over here on and off all week.

[buickfunnycar.com]

OMG...that's horrible news.Prayers and wishes sent Kenny for a speedy and complete recovery.

[RECOVERY ROOM]

This is one of the times I can tell some of the people that call these sites we use "Teen Lines",there the ones that lurk and make fun of everybody at shows.When stuff like this happens It is nice to see how many people care.I for one am proud to be part of this community and see such a out pouring of support for someone that is a friend of mind.Some of you have never met Kenny other than what you read or see hear.Thanks for being supportive

[XcYZ]

Wow, at first terrible news, but thank God there's good/positive news and Kenny is awake and talking.

Get well soon, Kenny. We're all pulling for you.

[Bad94]

This is news that no one wants to read.

All my prays go out to the Davis family and friends.



The Crew at AAM.

[98ssnova]

he will be in my thoughs and prayers

[nvr2fst]

Travis,
I know this might be more on a personal note. But since you are so close to Kenny Id figure Id ask. Is he set on insurance coverage or maybe we can set up some type of fund donation for his out of pocket costs. Please let me know I would like to help in any way.
Dave

[Steve1968LS2]

Great News! I'm sure he has a long recovery, but any accident this bad that you can survive is sure better than the alternative.

Will keep the positive vibe going and we're looking forward to more positive news...

And a word to everyone.. buckle up EVERY time, we need every member of this community that we have!

[JayR]

Talking to Travis right now and the very latest catscans revealed that he's healing really well and the fluid is draining, swelling is going down, no bleeding and the doctors are truly surprised and optimistic at how good the scans look and say he'll be out of the ICU this week. Not even close to out of the hospital but out of the ICU which is a big step, so keep the love coming!

[Ricochet]

Talking to Travis right now and the very latest catscans revealed that he's healing really well and the fluid is draining, swelling is going down, no bleeding and the doctors are truly surprised and optimistic at how good the scans look and say he'll be out of the ICU this week. Not even close to out of the hospital but out of the ICU which is a big step, so keep the love coming!

Great news!! Thanks for the update Jason.

[nvr2fst]

Talking to Travis right now and the very latest catscans revealed that he's healing really well and the fluid is draining, swelling is going down, no bleeding and the doctors are truly surprised and optimistic at how good the scans look and say he'll be out of the ICU this week. Not even close to out of the hospital but out of the ICU which is a big step, so keep the love coming!

This is great news towards the positive outcome!

[zbugger]

Wow. I'm really glad to hear that Kenny is doing better. I read this when I got up this morning and have had him on my mind all day long with prayers going out. I know Kenny doesn't know me, let alone heard of me, but I really don't like seeing things like this happening to really good people. He'll be in my prayers and thoughts. I hope he's back up and running soon.

[TonyG]

I have never met him; but he seems to be a very strong and blessed individual. Our prayers will continue to be with him, his family, and his friends.

Keep us updated if a fund gets started to help with out of pocket expenses.

[awr68]

Thanks for the updates guys! He's been on my mind all day and it's nice to hear that he's doing so well. Long road ahead but Kenny is strong and should do fine...and he has lots of good friends and family behind him!

[ProdigyCustoms]

Just catching up on this. Posted at PT also

Oh Wow, I traveled all day today so I missed the thread. but am kind of glad I got to get to this part without waitng through the day.

Kenny is a real cool cat. One of my favorite guys in the business.

Why is it everything we love is so damn dangerous! Get well man.

[Musclerodz]

Tracy, let me know when you are going to see Kenny and maybe I can meet you there.

Travis, let me know if there is anything I can do, I am only a short drive away.

[V8TV]

Kelle and I were pondering what can be done to help the situation from the outside. I googled the area around the hospital and found a bunch of restaurants and a shopping center down the street. Kenny's getting taken care of in the hospital, but it's also going to be hard on the family and visitors while he's there. Angie is able to stay on-site, but they do live well over an hour away from the hospital.

So after talking to Travis about it, we came up with a plan to use PayPal to help with daily expenses, gas, meals, magazines for Kenny... anything they need.

To contribute, go to PayPal and send any amount you'd like to Travis' email address:

[email protected]

He'll make sure the Davis family gets the donations.

Travis also said Kenny is already bored, and Kenny said "my head hurts!" He's also potentially got a broken big toe, but the rest has all been posted here.

Hopefully Kenny's head heals fast and he's able to get home for the holidays.

- KO

[zcrz]

Get well soon

[brans72]

Whoa! I am sorry to hear,My thoughts and prayers are with Kenny and his family at this time of need. Brandon

[nvr2fst]

As I mention prior on donations going somewhere to help out with funds?
What if you dont have pay pal?
Dave

[customcam]

That sux. My thoughts and prayers are with Kenny and everyone at this time

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Tracy, let me know when you are going to see Kenny and maybe I can meet you there.

Travis, let me know if there is anything I can do, I am only a short drive away.

No problem,I have been talking with Marty and Jason Rushforth about getting down there after he is out of ICU, first of next week.I will PM when i know more

[Flash68]

Wow, what a story. Good optimistic news already is great to hear!

Get well soon.

[syborg tt]

No problem,I have been talking with Marty and Jason Rushforth about getting down there after he is out of ICU, first of next week.I will PM when i know more


I'm flying out in the morning and I'll be flying back sometime next week depending on my wife's schedule.

[final cut]

Sorry to hear this, I just met him at SEMA, what a nice guy! He will be in our thoughts and prayers.

[Steve1968LS2]

I've got an assortment of fresh magazines heading his way.. should help kill the time once he's out of the ICU.

Glad to hear the news has all been positive. I guess Kenny is one tough SOB. :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Sorry to hear this I 'll keep him and his family in my prayers>
Wayne

[thedugan]

Its great to see how this community helps out like this.

Great job everyone, Scott you should be proud.

[awr68]

As I mention prior on donations going somewhere to help out with funds?
What if you dont have pay pal?
Dave

Dave, I'm sure if you PM TravisB he would give you an address to send a money order....every bit helps in times like these! :thumbsup:

[awr68]

Kelle and I were pondering what can be done to help the situation from the outside. I googled the area around the hospital and found a bunch of restaurants and a shopping center down the street. Kenny's getting taken care of in the hospital, but it's also going to be hard on the family and visitors while he's there. Angie is able to stay on-site, but they do live well over an hour away from the hospital.

So after talking to Travis about it, we came up with a plan to use PayPal to help with daily expenses, gas, meals, magazines for Kenny... anything they need.

To contribute, go to PayPal and send any amount you'd like to Travis' email address:

[email protected]

He'll make sure the Davis family gets the donations.


- KO


Thanks for setting this up Kevin, Kelle, and Travis! I just sent Travis what I could! Get well soon Kenny!!

[jeff hanson]

I haven't been on line since this thread started, but Whoa! This is tough to read! I met him in Columbus and saw him on the Flowmaster commercial that he filmed down there just this morning! Now tonight I read this...Crazy. He is a super nice guy and it looks like he's getting through it all pretty well but I will definitely be keeping him in my prayers as he recovers. Get well soon brother! Sounds like you'll be reading this sooner than later.:thumbsup:

[sick65]

First of all...I would like to say thanks to all of those that have sent their thoughts and prayers to Kenny and his family. He has been a close friend of mine for many years and a just love the guy like a brother.

I had went to the hospital yesterday after I got the news, but wasn't able to see him. Went back again today and got in around mid-afternoon. No mistake, he is banged-up pretty bad.

I didn't get to stay long, as the pain meds were taking affect and he was falling asleep. We did get to speak briefly and that meant a lot to me.

As stated before, he is not out of the woods yet, but is progressing very well. Would be great if he could be at home with the family for Christmas.

For anyone coming in from out of town, let me know if I can help accommodate in any way. I'm an hour and half from Tulsa, but I will do what I can to try and help out. You can reach me at 479-586-0191 or [email protected].

Dennis.

[rocketman]

Kenny, Angie, Travis

My thoughts and Prayers. Kenny and Travis are some of the best guys I ever met in our hobby.

Get well
Rocketman

[Rybar]

JUST Read this, haven't been online today.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Kenny and his family. Glad he is recovering.

Thanks for the updates guys. Please pass on the messages to him.

[Sales@Dutchboys]

My dad called Travis yesterday and sounds like Kenny is doing better, Our thoughts and prayers are with you....

Paul

[Payton King]

Nothing do I hate more than seeing someone get hurt having fun.

My thoughts and prayers with you as well

Payton

[Diognes56]

OMG! Sorry to hear. Thoughts and prayers are with you Kenny.

David

[svp]

Sorry to hear about this...something nobody should have to go through. I am glad to see that he is doing better and the outlook is good. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!!!!

[nvr2fst]

Dave, I'm sure if you PM TravisB he would give you an address to send a money order....every bit helps in times like these! :thumbsup:

Thanks Anthony. Ill PM. Maybe Travis can post the address for those not having paypal.
Dave

[GMracer]

:( sad news, but I hope he comes out on top.

[61Bubbletop]

That is terrible news...My prayers are with him and his family...:(

[TravisB]

Good morning,

First of all I would like to say that Angie is overwhelmed at the support she is gotten and didnt really have words when I told her about the fund that had been set up. All she could say was "trav thats great, thats really great". It has been an emotional roller coaster for all of us that are close to him. I cant give enough thanks to all of you both the guys that know him on a personal level and those of you that have never met him, its just awesome the support we are getting.

As far as the insurance he does have insurance I called the dealership where his employed full time and should have some info back her in a little while. But as of right now keep him in your prayers and thoughts. He is a tuff as they come. He was asking me yesterday when he could go back to work and how much longer he had to be there.

I will try to update everyone as much as I can.

I know this hasnt been touched on but his crawler had broken down so him and another good friend of mine jumped in another guys crawler....a very nice vey capable pro built rig. They were just going to run back to the truck they were around 100yds from the dirt road that would have taken them right back to the truck. There was a 5ft ledge that had to be crossed to get down to the road. We arent sure what happened but this is where the crawler rolled..... Kenny has always been very safety concious when they go crawling this was just one of those freak accidents. It would be like going to the race track and getting hit in the pits. Truely just a freak accident

for those that dont have paypal you can send a money order to my address

Travis Ball
13821 toepfer rd
garfield, Ar
72732

[DriverzInc]

Jason told me about Kenny last night on the phone. Just wanted to say my that he will be in our prayers.

[nvr2fst]

for those that dont have paypal you can send a money order to my address

Travis Ball
13821 toepfer rd
garfield, Ar
72732[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the update Travis. Ill send out ASAP

[fesler]

Kenny, our hearts and prayers are with you in this terrible time, sounds like you are pulling through but you have a long road in front of you. I just went through this with my brother as he was hit in the head with a gun and it almost killed him, he had emergency surgery to stop the bleeding and a few plates and screws in his head. He has made a full recovery with lots of PT so it’s good news for you with the way people saying you’re moving and talking. We wish you the very best and a speedy recovery. I know cars are your life but you got to relax and think about you and your family right now the cars will be here when you get better.

[Musclerodz]

donation sent travis

[J2SpeedandCustom]

Just talked to Travis and Marty they said Kenny is remarkably doing well for the injuries he has. Great News!!! Kenny, Angie, Izzy, and family your all in our prayers and wish Kenny a speedy recovery.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Just talked to Travis and Marty they said Kenny is remarkably doing well for the injuries he has. Great News!!! Kenny, Angie, Izzy, and family your all in our prayers and wish Kenny a speedy recovery.

Prayers said for Kenny and family and that is great news!

[Ummgawa]

Praying now...

[Swain]

Get well Kenny.....

[70TWO NOVA]

my prayers go out to him and his family.

[BHedrick]

I did get to go in and see Kenny after they moved him to I.C.U.about an hour after his surgery, He sure looked like had a rock-crawler run over his head, but he is doing very well, making improvements by the hour from what Angie tells me. I will be back to visit with him Tuesday Eve,I'm sure Travis has, as well as I will tell Kenny how much support and Prayers he has from the Lateral-G family. He is too STRONG of a person to let this slow him down !!

[hotrodaddict]

Wow! I just heard and wanted to express my support as well. Kenny is a cool car guy and a fellow Arkansan. I'll be praying for you kenny. Get Well soon!

Rodney

[Nvrenuf]

My thoughts and prayers to Kenny and family also. Living in rock crawling mecca here in NM, I understand the magnitude of this. Be strong. We are all behind ya!

[tones2SS]

That is great news that he is doing better!!!
I will continue to keep him & his family in my prayers.
GET WELL SOON KENNY!!!:thumbsup:

[rocketman]

I for one think the support the Davises are getting from us is awesome. Just shows the hot rodding community is one big family. Weather we personally know each other or just know each other as a screen name. It's truly awesome



Great job Lateral G members
I'm proud to say I'm member here.

[TonyL]

Im so glad that he seems to be doing well. That he remembers people and is able to communicate. Comas are the worst and impossibly difficult for loved ones. Thank god his family doesn't have to go through that.

We're still pulling for you Kenny. Get better soon!

[youthpastor]

Just got a good update from Jason- good news- We have lots of people praying for you here in Washington- See you soon Kenny. :D -Chris

[BHedrick]

Good news !!! I got a tex-message from Angie about 10:05 Monday eve, Please let me Quote-"Good News...we may be getting out of I.C.U. tomorrow and going to a regular room ! Love Ya. Angie. ":hail: Can we all say prayers answered !!! I will go and see him tuesday eve and update . Keep the thoughts and prayers coming in we need fight off any kind of infections.

[HWY Nova]

WOW.... I have been traveling for several days and I just read this entire thread. I'm saddened about Kenny's accident, yet I'm awstruck by the support that the Lateral-g community has shown.

I met Kenny earlier this year at Columbus..... I hope to see him at many more gatherings!

Kenny will be in my prayers!


--Eric

[TravisB]

Kenny had another excellent day yesterday and is being the kenny we all know more and more everyday. He did get a cast on his right foot yesterday and did suffer from a ruptured ear drumb as well. But he is still making improvements everyday. He should get moved from ICU today as well if al goes well.


I cant extend enough thanks to all who have donated I will be getting in touch with each and every one of you persoanlly very soon. I apoligize I havent to this point but I will be shortly. The donations are a huge help to kenny and his family and I cant thank all of you guys enough. Im going to see him this afternoon and im going to print this entire thread and take it to his family.

once again thanks for the support and prayers:lateral:

[tones2SS]

Kenny had another excellent day yesterday and is being the kenny we all know more and more everyday. He did get a cast on his right foot yesterday and did suffer from a ruptured ear drumb as well. But he is still making improvements everyday.


I cant extend enough thanks to all who have donated I will be getting in touch with each and every one of you persoanlly very soon. I apoligize I havent to this point but I will be shortly. The donations are a huge help to kenny and his family and I cant thank all of you guys enough. Im going to see him this afternoon and im going to print this entire thread and take it to his family.

once again thanks for the support and prayers:lateral:

That's awesome.
Once he reads this thread, that might help cheer him up!!:thumbsup:

[mdprovee]

Glad to hear things are getting better. We have been praying for him.

[c10addict]

Kenny and his crew stayed at the same hotel as we did this year at Columbus Goodguys... Great group of guys! Good luck to Kenny and all his friends and family! My prayers are with you for a speedy and full recovery!

[slamdimpala]

Thats great news that he is actually healing quite quickly for such a major injury. I guess all the prayers are working.

[ScotI]

Wow . . .... I just noticed this. We met Kenny @ GoodGuys this year & he definitely treats everyone like a friend.

My thoughts & best wishes to his immediate family & close friends. I hope he continues this positive recovery!

ScotI
DFW TX

[V8TV]

Thanks for the updates on Kenny... we're all glad that things are going in the right direction. Keeping the positive vibes moving ~~~~ (< those are vibes!) :thumbsup:

[Jr]

I will say a few prayers for the man.

[sick65]

Just got a text from Angie...Doc said everything looks great and they are moving Kenny out of ICU. No word on the new room number, but he has improved enough to be moved to a regular room.:D

[JayR]

Just heard from his Dad that he is sitting up today, feeding himself, and complaining so that sounds like our boy!

This thread is just one more reason this is such a great commuinty of people.

[tjbruning]

Just got a text from Angie...Doc said everything looks great and they are moving Kenny out of ICU. No word on the new room number, but he has improved enough to be moved to a regular room.:D

Just heard from his Dad that he is sitting up today, feeding himself, and complaining so that sounds like our boy!

This thread is just one more reason this is such a great commuinty of people.

great news! :)

[syborg tt]

I've received two text messages from Angie.

11-09-08 8:30am
He was able to eat breakfast this morning and he is sitting up in a chair.

11-09-08 2:25pm
The message i Just received from Angie that the Doctor came in today and said everything looks great and to move Kenny out of ICU.

Shocking - It really seems like this is going to go down in history as another one of these Great Kenny Stories.

I can't thank everyone enough for all of the support and Prayers.

[HRBS]

It really seems like this is going to go down in history as another one of these Great Kenny Stories.

Yes. And he should quit while hes on top of his own game.
Great news on the recovery !
Keep it up Kenny !

[syborg tt]

I am going to keep updating the first post - so you can check back and quickly see how he is doing.

[RodZ]

Get well Kenny.....:thumbsup:

[TravisB]

Kenny is being transferred to Room 1125 and out of ICU this is a huge step. Once again he is at St. Johns Hospital in Tulsa, Ok. As far as I know visiting hours are from 9am-6:00pm and 8pm-10pm but I will verify that after I go over there this evening.

[Tom.A]

I am going to keep updating the first post - so you can check back and quickly see how he is doing.

Marty, just a suggestion of maybe adding the paypal address to the first post. I could not find it at first and dug through the thread and found it in post #75.

[gearheads78]

Sounds like is going to pull through just fine. That great to know. Hope he has a speedy recovery.

[awr68]

Great to hear he is going to a regular room today! :woot:

What did they say about his eye...will he have full vision?

That Kenny sure is tuff as nails!! :thumbsup:

[byndbad914]

glad to hear he is doing well!

It is always the little things or unsuspected things that get ya, a friend in the Porsche 914 world (I have a tube chassis 914 with 525HP SBC) had jacked his car up in the air and used a jackstand to hold it up - one of the mondo ones to top it off. The jackstand failed, dropped the car and crushed his head between the shop floor and the rocker of the car (these cars are low BTW)! His wife heard the screaming and knew enough to get the jack and jack the car up off of him. He too survived (had some dental issues from it) and it is amazing what the body can take, but just goes as a reminder to take extra care even in the most mundane or seemingly safe of situations. I use 2 jackstands and leave the jack in place if there is room now every time I work on the car for example.

sorry for the slight hijack but wanted to throw that info out there as historically I have been very trusting of a single jackstand. Again, glad to hear he is pulling through.

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Yes. And he should quit while hes on top of his own game.
Great news on the recovery !
Keep it up Kenny !

He is the most lucky,unlucky friend I have...ha ha.He will get thru this.Talked to his Mom and she is stunned at the outpouring of support:thumbsup:

[68protouring454]

guys, just talked to travis, kenny is still doing awesome, getting better by the min, he is off all his monitors, off his i.v drip. the doctors are blown away by this, and we can only cross our fingers that he keeps infection away. Everyone keep him in your thoughts.
jake

[ProdigyCustoms]

Off the monitors is a good thing. Go Kenny

[JayR]

Just heard from Angie that Kenny was moved to a private room (can't imagine why a perfect stranger in ailing health wouldn't want to be roomed with Kenny and his revolving door of visitors) and the new room # is 1120 and being a private room, his visiting hours are increased but call Angie on his cell phone first to make sure he isn't getting a sponge bath or the like.....

We love you Bro and everyone is thinking about you!

[buickfunnycar.com]

Remarkable recovery...go Kenny GO!:hail:

[bigtyme1]

Somebody give him a Lap top if he's up to it. I bet he would love to hear all the great things you guys are saying about him. I never met him but it seams to me there's alot of friends out there to support him. Get well Soon Kenny, maybe will meet up sometime :cheers:

[deuce_454]

awesome news.... the crushed skull propably saved his life by keeping brain swelling from killing him.... i have a rotation in neurosurgery at the.. moment till mid january, and this story sure beats any of my patients..

great to hear hes getting better, and now that he is this good would it be out of order to suggest that the collected money didnt go towards more flowers, but a camera and a "how to use it" book :D

thank you guys for the updates, and give him a get well from an overseas stranger

[slenning]

Glad to hear things are on the upswing!! My prayers have been with you and your family Kenny. Get well soon

[FreddieCougar]

All of us here at Chassisworks are thinking good thoughts for you, and a small care package is on the way.
When can we start making "hard-headed" jokes? is it too soon?
We love you Kenny, feel better!
Tim

[Tiger]

"hard-headed" jokes? is it too soon?
Tim

apparently not :lol: :lol:

[I]'ve said it before bug get well soon
:woot:

[tones2SS]

Sounds like he's on the road to recovery.
Sounds good.:thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

Okay, I just got off the phone with Travis and we are all in shock.

Kenny is going to have another Scan in the morning and if it's good then he may get to go home by the weekend. He will still have to go back weekly for check ups but the news just keeps getting better every day.

So for everyone that was going to be sending him something send it to Travis and he will deliver it to him.

Travis Ball
13821 Toepfer rd
garfield, Ar
72732

ps For a man that was this close to death and to be going home so soon it truely is a miracle.

[sick65]

Okay, I just got off the phone with Travis and we are all in shock.

Kenny is going to have another Scan in the morning and if it's good then he may get to go home by the weekend. He will still have to go back weekly for check ups but the news just keeps getting better every day.

So for everyone that was going to be sending him something send it to Travis and he will deliver it to him.

Travis Ball
13821 Toepfer rd
garfield, Ar
72732

ps For a man that was this close to death and to be going home so soon it truely is a miracle.

Just got the same message...Great news:cheers:

[V8TV]

If he continues to recover this fast, he oughtta think about selling his... "seed" to those looking to have uber-children!

[BHedrick]

Now the hard part, Keeping him out of the SHOP !!!:lol:

[DriverzInc]

Travis,
I sent a package for Kenny yesterday to the hospital. It should show up tomorrow or Thursday. Just FYI.

[awr68]

What a Christmas Miracle!!

[Blake Foster]

great to hear hes getting better, and now that he is this good would it be out of order to suggest that the collected money didnt go towards more flowers, but a camera and a "how to use it" book :D

OK now i wanted to go down this road!!! but figured in these times one should bite their tounge.......... god damn that hurt!!!! since all is looking up it must almost be open season!!!:willy: :_paranoid :D

[RECOVERY ROOM]

I cant wait for him to get better,I have all kinds of crap to give him,(no one get upset he is a friend of mine). That is a good one Blake

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Now the hard part, Keeping him out of the SHOP !!!:lol:

Angie is going to use a shock collar around shop for awhile till he gets better:thumbsup:

[fredd106]

Kenny--Jason Rushforth told me about the accident....I am so glad to hear that your recovery is going well and you will be headed home soon. We are thinking of you out in Washington State. I hope to see you next time I visit Bentonville. Fred D:clap:

[Blake Foster]

Angie is going to use a shock collar around shop for awhile till he gets better:thumbsup:

I think the collar arround his neck could be dangerous!!!! what with the head injury and all.





Wait.................. it won't make any differance:lol:

:cheers:

[sick65]

Angie is going to use a shock collar around shop for awhile till he gets better:thumbsup:

Let's just hope she puts it around his neck...and not his nuts. :pushbutto

[sick65]

Just got word from Angie that the CT results just came back........and Kenny is coming home today. :willy:

Thanks again to everyone that have sent their prayers to Kenny and his family during this difficult time.

[syborg tt]

Incredible News - Cat Scan came back great, he's going home

Lets See
Brain Surgery on Saturday Afternoon

Talking immediately afterwards

Then Sitting up in a Chair

Walking with a Broken Foot

Eating Hospital Food

And them Home by Thursday Afternoon.

Well, Kenny has cheated death once again and lived to tell about it.

I'll make sure Travis gets me the pictures of his head so everyone can actually see how messed up he was.

[jeff hanson]

WOW! That is great news, way to go Kenny!:cheers:

[CarterHickmanDesigns]

Way to go Kenny my man! This is awesome news. God Bless and take care Kenny. Thanks again to everyone that updated us as well.

Carter

[ccracin]

That is a true Christmas miracle. I really don't know what else to say other than Merry Christmas! This has to be the best present of all. Take care. See you in Columbus in July Kenny!

Later,

[tones2SS]

WOW!!!:cheers:
That is great news. What a fast recovery, granted he will need to take it easy for awhile. Beats sitting in the hospital though!!!

[BHedrick]

Well just got word, it's 12:40 central and Kenny is on his 2.5 hr. Trip home,(hopefully not driving). Can we all agree Prayer Works !! :hail:

[syborg tt]

Well just got word, it's 12:40 central and Kenny is on his 2.5 hr. Trip home,(hopefully not driving). Can we all agree Prayer Works !! :hail:


Can we also pray that Angie is not going to let him drive for at least a week.

[comp-spec]

good news

[Musclerodz]

Glad I checked the boards before going to see him. I was headed up this afternoon. Amazing recovery Kenny!

[radrambler]

congrats to kenny and his family:thumbsup:

amazing that a man can have something like this happen and come out of the hospital in less than a week...
just curious what his recovery is supposed to include and what if anything he will deal with medically in the near future because of this accident .
hope its as easy as possible to get back to normal life..

your one tough dude....

tom

[BHedrick]

Can we also pray that Angie is not going to let him drive for at least a week.

Marty-I was thinking that your truck was about a week from a test drive ???That should be perfect timing on Angie's part.:lol:

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Incredible News - Cat Scan came back great, he's going home

Lets See
Brain Surgery on Saturday Afternoon

Talking immediately afterwards

Then Sitting up in a Chair

Walking with a Broken Foot

Eating Hospital Food

And them Home by Thursday Afternoon.

Well, Kenny has cheated death once again and lived to tell about it.

I'll make sure Travis gets me the pictures of his head so everyone can actually see how messed up he was.
I THINK THE FORCE IS STRONG WITH THIS ONE............

[DriverzInc]

Holy crap. Is it to early to say Kenny's one hard headed guy? Congrats Kenny, good to hear you are going home bud.

[TonyG]

This is great news!

[rocketman]

Angie, I hope you had him buy Lottery tickets, with his luck he'll be rich tonight..

Truly amazing. Congrats Kenny

[ProdigyCustoms]

Awesome news!

[65 347]

Incredible News - Cat Scan came back great, he's going home

Lets See
Brain Surgery on Saturday Afternoon

Talking immediately afterwards

Then Sitting up in a Chair

Walking with a Broken Foot

Eating Hospital Food

And them Home by Thursday Afternoon.

Well, Kenny has cheated death once again and lived to tell about it.

I'll make sure Travis gets me the pictures of his head so everyone can actually see how messed up he was.

don't forget he's had practice, driving golf carts through office walls.
Glad to see your doing better Kenny!

[awr68]

Awesome news! Clearly some answered prayers!!

[Pro Rides]

I bet he's got a lot of new ideas in that head of his since he was off of work for a week!!! Glad to hear that great news. Good luck to you and yours. Hope to see you guys this summer at Columbus.

[jmax]

happy to hear everything went well for kenny and his family.

[V8TV]

Any updates on how the home life is going?

[syborg tt]

Any updates on how the home life is going?


Travis sent me a message yesterday that he was in a lot of pain but doing okay. Later today I am going to call Angie to see how he's doing.

[CRCRFT78]

Good for you Kenny. Your extended family was pulling for you and so far you've beat the odds by a landslide.:thumbsup: :bow: :thumbsup: :bow:

[tones2SS]

How has Kenny been doing lately?
Any updates?

[TravisB]

Hey guys, Sorry its been a busy week. Kenny is doing great all things considered. having trouble sleeping in some pain that sort of thing. Got the stitches and staples out monday. There never was a final count on stitches somewhere around 100 before we lost count. He has been getting gifts on daily basis and is in blown away by what has been said and done by the members here and on other boards. Im going to print the boards again tomorrow and add them to kennys book I have going. He watching lots of movies, tv, rumor is he is taking up video games....haha. huge thanks to all of you for the prayers and gifts:bow:

jsut a funny side note
killer customs-sent a shirt that had hand scribled human crash test dummy written in the bottom of there logo(we all thought that was hilarious)

[tones2SS]

Hey guys, Sorry its been a busy week. Kenny is doing great all things considered. having trouble sleeping in some pain that sort of thing. Got the stitches and staples out monday. There never was a final count on stitches somewhere around 100 before we lost count. He has been getting gifts on daily basis and is in blown away by what has been said and done by the members here and on other boards. Im going to print the boards again tomorrow and add them to kennys book I have going. He watching lots of movies, tv, rumor is he is taking up video games....haha. huge thanks to all of you for the prayers and gifts:bow:

jsut a funny side note
killer customs-sent a shirt that had hand scribled human crash test dummy written in the bottom of there logo(we all thought that was hilarious)

That is good to hear!!!
Sounds like he's gonna be addicted to video games now!:thumbsup:

[Blake Foster]

Lets hope Kenny dodn't pop a vesel when he read that, after all the stories we couldn't refuse.

[kennyd]

" thanks " this is to all who thought of my family and myself during this time .
this is the first time back to the computer since the accident . i have decided to show up at work today to see if i can do anything .

as of today, 20 days later . i can walk and talk and only have a few
" problems" that hopefully will work themself out .

sorry this post is small but the computer screne gives me a headache .

again " thanks "

kenny davis

[Pro Rides]

Glad to here from you Kenny.

[elitecustombody]

I'm glad you're doing ok, and hopefully in no time you'll be back up to 100%,

[syborg tt]

Glad to see your back - no go home and get some rest.

[Stuart Adams]

Awesome. Wishing you the best, thanks for the post.

[awr68]

Really good to hear from you Kenny! Get some rest...baby steps, and you will be fine! :thumbsup:

[jpdeuce]

Good to see your doing well Kenny. Now go heal up.

[HWY Nova]

Hopefully we can meet up in Columbus again!


--Eric

[CRCRFT78]

Hats off to you Kenny. Its been 20 days and your back at work. :hail: Well take it easy, this hobby needs you.

[Nvrenuf]

Awesome to see you on. Welcome back. But I do feel sorry for your family...You must be one hard headed man:lol:

[bentfab]

Awesome Kenny!!! Glad your back on track. I sent you a few things that might help you keep things strait. Have a great new year and celebrate the the gift God gave you STRENGTH, HEART and WILL POWER!!!!

[novanutcase]

Got some shoes with your name on it!:lol:

Way to go Hard head!!!:cheers:

See you in Columbus!

John

[tones2SS]

Glad to hear that you are getting back on track.
Now get rest and make a full recovery!!!:thumbsup:

[rocketman]

Kenny,
It's great to see you back as normal as possible. Don't over do it buddy. Take all the time you can to heal. Thats one hell of injury to over come. Well can't wait till summer to catch up with ya.

[Kendall Burleson]

Get well soon Kenny.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[fesler]

" thanks " this is to all who thought of my family and myself during this time .
this is the first time back to the computer since the accident . i have decided to show up at work today to see if i can do anything .

as of today, 20 days later . i can walk and talk and only have a few
" problems" that hopefully will work themself out .

sorry this post is small but the computer screne gives me a headache .

again " thanks "

kenny davis

Kenny good to see you back but take it slow man, my brother just went through this as well and cant look at the computer either it hurts his head and when he thinks to much it hurts and I am sure you are going through this already. Your work is important but not as important as your life and family so take it easy and let it come back to you when you are ready. Happy New Year to you man and the luck is on your side so have a great year.

[Kendall Burleson]

take your time this stuff will be here. come at your pace:hail: :hail: :hail: :lateral: