Chris has been diagnosed with liver cancer


Chris has been diagnosed with liver cancer. He will endure extreme chemotherapy for the remainder of this year. This drastic treatment option is costly, but necessary for him to stay alive.

147 messages to Chris:

Robert said...

get well soon, man. we love you!

feltsuit said...

Our thoughts and prayers are with you my brother.
Travis and Nancy.

Billy Davis said...

Hey Chris,
You were 16 and 1 in your boxing career. It's now time for win number 17 ! We are all in your corner. We love you buddy! --Billy Davis

Eugenia Jo said...

We send you healing thoughts and visions of good health.
with love, eugenia and peter

dave said...

I know you'll beat this Gaff...thoughts and prayers go out to you and family...
love Paul and Tina

Beva said...

Gaff,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends at this very difficult time. Keep your thoughts positive!
Much love to all,
Beva

Gary said...

Hang tough, Gaff - we're all here for you, Brother!

Much Love,
Gomez

Wordmeester said...

To the one and ONLY Chris Gaffney:

I am heartsick to hear the news. As someone who has danced with cancer and chemo (and won, so far), I know some of what you may be feeling about now.

A friend and fellow survivor told me early on to remember that the cancer would be harder on those who loved me than it was on me. He was right.

Remember those who are in your corner, draw strength from their love (and ours) when the head and body says no more, and your heart will carry you forward.

Hang tough amigo. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kevin Meyer
"That birthday guy in Jersey"

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Melissa, Rob, and Daisy said...

Our Love,Support,& Healing Thoughts are with You & Julie. And as others have said stay positive...be in the moment...feel the healing of all the prayers being sent to you. Visualize that healing as well.

Love to you two xoxo
Melissa, Rob, & Daisy


"Know, then, whatever cheerful and serene Supports the mind supports the body too."
~John Armstrong

B.J. said...

Gaff
Like the old bluesmen said
"Everything gon'ta be all right!"

You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday -- the folks at the Zoo Bar and the Sunday Roadhouse boys and I are already discussing what we may be able to put together here for fundraising.
Meanwhile...we send you all the love we possibly can and then some.
Keep the faith, my friend, you have much love and many folks in your corner.
B.J. in Omaha

Scott Windle said...

Chris,

Amigo, brother. You are a tough SOB. I know you can fight this and beat it. You have no idea how many will be pulling for you. There is a LOT of love in the room for you.

Greg, Julie, Helen, Dave. My check is already in the mail. Let me know what else I can do to help. I love all of you.

thiabeats4u said...

I am a fan that you have never met. My thought go out to you and your family.

Rosie (Cynthia) Ballesteros

Dirk said...

Chris,

You've made some of the sweetest music I've ever seen anyone make. I'm saddened at the thought of what you have to go through, but heartened by the experiences of all the brave cancer survivors who've recovered and resumed their lives in full. I'm thinking of you and praying for your recovery (soon!),and looking forward to seeing a fully healthy Hacienda Brothers band playing more of the best live music being played these days--See you down the road--Dirk

Scott Windle said...

Chris,

I wanted to add something. The music and friendship of you and The Cold Hard Facts changed my life. When I heard and met you guys I felt like I had found something that had been missing from my life. Thanks.

meach5 said...

Chris: Our thoughts and best-wishes are for you! Patsy and I have appreciated your talent whether it be shown with the Haciendas or with Dave & the Guilty Men. Keep strong, positive thoughts so that we can soon witness your live music once again! We love you!!
Bill and Patsy Meacham

jimmy said...

get well soon chris me and amber love u and julie very very much. I have my mom and dad and everybody i know praying for u.You can do this if there is anything me and amber can do for you and julie call D.G. he has our numbers. P.S. the check is on its way anything to help out a bro

Cathy said...

Dear Chris~
The Teardrops are saddened to hear of your illness....please know that you & your family & friends are in our thoughts & prayers, and that we miss you....fight the good fight & be strong!
Luv,
Cathy

crumps said...

Get well soon!

South Carolina is ready for another Chris Gaffney tour.

We'll buy dinner.

Steve & Janet Crump

rebecca said...

Chris, you are a sexy bitch.
We'll stop by and see you whenever you're ready for us.

Beccalou

Terri Lynn said...

Chris & Julie,
It's seems like only yesterday at The Mustang Ranch - I'm truly sadened by the news - but I agree with everyone, YOU Chris are a fighter and a tuff old son-of-gun and Miss Julie - she's pretty strong too. With that and all the prayers and Love going your way you will win this battle. Like everyone else - my check is in the mail - please contact me if either of you need anything.
All My Love and Prayers
Terri Lynn (Munchkin Clark)

Terri Lynn said...

Chris & Julie,
It's seems like only yesterday at The Mustang Ranch - I'm truly sadened by the news - but I agree with everyone, YOU Chris are a fighter and a tuff old son-of-gun and Miss Julie - she's pretty strong too. With that and all the prayers and Love going your way you will win this battle. Like everyone else - my check is in the mail - please contact me if either of you need anything.
All My Love and Prayers
Terri Lynn (Munchkin) Clark

Barry said...

Hey Chris,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We know you will prevail...God Bless you!
Barry and Sarah

AMBER said...

GAFF, ITS AMBER

I LOVE YOU SIMPLY. JIMMY AND I ARE ON IDLE FOR ANYTHING U NEED OF US.

Kent Geib said...

Chris,
I have watched you make music more than any other person on earth, no matter what I was going through I could count on you to smooth it out so to speak, I will do whatever you need to help you out for purely selfish reasons! I need you and your music to help me make it through.

brian.loan said...

hey man.... get well, just well enough for me to stab you with a gun!

-Brian De Den

Tiffany said...

Chris~

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Julie. You hang tough, and all will be well. Enjoy the "goodies" I sent home with Jules for you. I will bring more by when you are ready. Stay strong, positive and know that you are loved by many. I see it everyday. :)

Tiffany

rochelle said...

Good one De Den, I called gaff and gave him your message...he laughed and said .. nice. Your girlfriend laughed too! xo rochelle

shawkins said...

Chris,
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!
I know that you're tough enough to handle this. Kick this cancer's ass & come back to us. You make this world so much better. We'll be waiting & praying.
Love,
Suzanne
p.s.
MOO!!!!!!

Julie,
My prayers are with you also. You are a tough lady & Chris is lucky to have you to help him fight this. If there's anything Jeff & I can do, you have the #. Love you.
-Suzanne

shawkins said...

To help raise money for Chris's medical expenses, on saturday nights at the V-Room during my shift, I will have a donation box for him, and will forward the money to you guys as it comes, for as long as it takes.
-Suzanne
V-Room: 918 E. 4th St. Long Beach,CA 90802

mrbeavers said...

Hey Gaff: It's me, Owen, posting under the name Mr. Beavers. Long story, which I will regale you with soon.

You know, I was discussing your situation with legendary English jockey Lester Piggott (yes, THAT Lester Piggott), and we agreed that when you are better, we will both purchase you a boiled meat dinner at the local. Wait 'til you hear his Ascot stories. Just beautiful. He met the Queen, you know. And so did I.

Get well, friend. There are a lot of us out here that love ya.

O

Timothy said...

Peppy,
Why'd you have to go and get sick? I still want you to get me into clubs for free, dammit. I sent you a check for one million dollars because that is what you mean to me. It's the music thing. Seriously, I wish you and your family the best in dealing with this battle. You and Julie and RJ and I need to revisit the TeePee in Bowie and rest our elbows.
Umm, good luck with that check.
Get well, man.
Salty

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Leslie said...

Gaffney, we love you!

Words of wisdom from the great Muhammad Ali:
"I'm so mean I make medicine sick."
and: "There's nothing wrong with getting knocked down, as long as you get right back up."
We're in your corner, buddy - Hang in there!
Much love, Jim and Leslie Washburn

skinny vinny said...

Chris Gaffney, Chris Gaffney, Chris Gaffney... I love you more than you could know...!!!
Vince Jordan

Carrie Crawford said...

Sending mucho healing energy your way now, and always. I don't know you personally, but have met you through mutual friends, Amber, Melissa & DG. I fell in love with "Walkin' On My Dreams" and your voice is absolutely beautiful and perfect for that song. I'm reading the book, The Secret, and just finished reading about two people (didn't know each other) who both were diagnosed with cancer and had the same recoveries. They both kept stress out of their lives, both watched funny movies every day and just laughed, laughed, laughed. The disease left their bodies because they would not own it. The woman who was diagnosed had this to say, "I truly believed in my heart, with my strong faith, that I was already healed. Each day I would say, "Thank you for my healing." On and on she went..."Thank you for my healing." She said she believed in her heart she was healed and saw herself as if cancer was never in her body.

I'll be praying for you and for this same strength. Keep and see the faith.
oxoxoxxo
Carrie Crawford

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peetie06 said...

Gaffney,

As you undergo treatment for your liver ailment, and what with doctors being the sneaky bastards that they are, do not neglect to PROTECT YOUR STERNUM AT ALL TIMES!

...oh yeah, AND GET WELL SOON!

-----geno

Payne said...

Gaff,
You've been a very dear friend for a very long time. Like our buddy Scott Windle, you and the Cold Hard Facts changed my life (I would never have gone to Austin had it not been for you). Thank you for everything you do and everything you are.
So much!
Payne

Denis said...

Hello my old dear friend !

i wish you all the best my brother - i still remeber all the time we are playing and touring to switzerland and germany- you with danny ott and jürg schäpper, i still remember the good time i spend in your house with julie - hudgson all ol the other good friend's - ich pray 4 you gaff - i and my family wish your goodness and love and peace - denis the menace - from venice italy

Raffaele said...

Hey Gaff
We are sure you will beat it and then we will have a great dinner in Italy.
We miss you
Lisa, Oli and Lele

Willy said...

Hope you get through this Chris, stay strong and positive, I'll keep you in my prayers
Willy,Amsterdam

Kellye said...

To The Great Indoorsman:

Your room in Austin with all the Gaffney, Gaffney, Gaffney essentials is ready for when you get well and get over here. Mike is ready to do some shit-talking, JT anxiously awaits giving you the face-licking you deserve, and as for me, my world is a better place when you're in it. I love you a million to infinity.

Dammit! and whole damn family

les said...

I am sad about this shocking news, but you can beat it if you try. Your music and your voice are an important part of my music world.
I've seen you many times at The Palms in Davis. I'll get a check out this week for you and hope it helps you get through this tough time. Be brave and fight the good fight Chris. I hope to see you at The Palms when you're ready to come back.

Juerg said...

Hey Gaff
Your old friend Juerg and family from Switzerland need you
for another tour. Beat it!!!
Best wishes
Fabienne, Marc, Lisi & Juerg

lunasmom said...

Suzanne introduced me to you and your music. Now, I listen to it when I run. It keeps me going. Cowboys to Girls is the best!! You're going through a really tough time. It's wonderful that you have so many family, friends and fans to keep you strong. Keep fighting.

Thanks for your music,
Suzanne's Mom (Kathy)

cathy said...

Since I met you baby, my whole life has changed.
Our positive thoughts are with you.
Cathy and Frank

cathy said...

Since I met you baby, my whole life has changed.
Our positive thoughts are with you,
Cathy and Frank

devildoll said...

Sweet Gaffnip,

Can you please get better real soon, cuz I need a hug and a laugh immediately!
I love you friend!


Amanda

rochelle said...

We need you to make our pancakes...... love the buzz killers.

kitten said...

Cupcake,
I don't know what to say 'cept I miss you...sigh. And I have gibbon from Alphen aan den Rijn Holland so don't make me come over.
love you,
kitten

jimmy said...

OK EVERYONE LETS MAN UP AND GIVE GAFF AND JULIE SOME MONEY THEY NEED IT MORE THAN MOST OF US RIGHT NOW IM PUTTING MINE IN MORE THAN I CAN AFORD

wyman said...

The best years of my life were spent playing with you. I can't think of anyone else I would have rather have spent those nights on stage with. We've been apart awhile now, but I love you just the same. I'll come by if you want me too, but I'll leave that up to you and Julie.
Much Love

Wym

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Ana23 said...

Your a fighter & goodman with lots of livin' yet to do...
Just got off the phone with Steve Dean...
My heart & prayers go out to you & your family...I'm in your corner always sweetheart...
I'll lite a candle on my Altar & keep y'all in my heart & spirit...
I LOVE YOU GAFF !!!
~Anastacia

Marisa said...

We love you much Gaff and hope to see you soon. We gotta go hang at my corner gas station down here in Louisiana.Rod,Marisa,Emiliano and the
Igs.

Peter said...

Somewhere, Chris, you may still have a t shirt with the Virgin of Guadalupe on the back and the words "Mi vida esta en tus manos." I've got Her tattooed on my right arm, same words. I'm sending my prayers and love along via Her healing spirit to your family and Julie and you, sir.

Be well,

Peter Schmader

D.W.Backstrom said...

CHRIS "Amazing Grace how sweet the sound," To have been able to share the gift of music, "God saved a wretch like me," You, me, us, them, whomsoever, all, "I once was lost," fiercely unafraid to tempt the end of the road, "but now I'm found," unspeakable peace in the midst of the truth of consequences, "Was blind but now I see," Jesus loves me (you, me, us, them, whomsoever, all) this I know... 2 Corinthians 12:9 "And He said to me,'My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." Get the greatest "Well" soon Chris. God Bless. D.W. "Cowboy Dave" Backstrom

Kurt said...

My deepest thoughts are with you, Chris, and with your familiy.
Keep on fighting ... like you always did.
love you, my friend ... Kurt

All the people from around here (that's Buchs, Switzerland), who have the pleasure of knowing you, send their prayers and best wishes, too.

Jessica said...

I just adore you to pieces, Chris Gaffney! You're my favorite Guilty Man (don't tell Dave). I'm thinking about you, and I know you'll get better soon.

Jess (just another fan) in Atlanta

Brian said...

Chris:

As Mike Tyson said - "Everyone has a fight plan until they get hit in the mouth". You got hit, but you will keep fighting. A lot of people are in your corner. Our thoughts are with you.

Brian and Shari

Dave D said...

((((((GAFF))))))

Good vibes going out to you Chris. Hang tough...you can and will beat it.

Stay positive, and we'll see you back on the road in no time making that beautiful music.

Dave D

Wesley said...

Chris,

Some real hard news to start a day with. If it wasn't obvious before it is now-you are loved and respected!! You soul and attitiude lives in all of us!! I passed the word on to Rick Snelson. He's back doing radio-if he has been able to take on the big "C" and survive you will also!! I'm gonna play "Gin $ Juice" for you this Saturday!! More prayers and love coming your way!!

Wesley

John S. said...

Chris and family,
Was sorry to hear of your problems, but happy that you have such friends as you do to help you through this deal. Have always been an admirer since I first heard you with Dave Alvin, and then the Hacienda Brothers. Recall your show in Fort Worth last year and the surprise of having Little Stevie Cruz in the audience - the other half of the song "If Daddy Don't Sing Danny Boy" - the Fort Worth "boy", nearly unknown, who won over Barry McGuigan, the World Champion Featherweight in the horrid June heat of 1986 in Las Vegas with ringside temperatures 109 degrees.
Not sure who was more excited, you, or Stevie. What a great show.

Know that all your friends and fans are pulling for you, praying for you.

Don't know if you remember, but I have had some similar problems (mine colon cancer with spread to liver, and I'm still here after 8 years).

Now, keep your chin down and your protect yourself at all times!

John Jackson
art will break your heart productions
Fort Worth

zog said...

fight the good fight buddy, we gotta make more "faros" tees someday!
my thoughts are with you and yours.
bill

zog said...

fight the good fight buddy, we gotta make more "faros" tees someday!
my thoughts are with you and yours.
bill

linda doll hut said...

Hi Chris,
I know you will recover quickly. Think positive. I sent out a mass email to my entire address book of my friends and famliy so they can try to assit you. Please let me know if I can do anything for you and your family.
All my love,
Linda Doll Hut

Billy Block said...

Chris,
I am a 2X melanoma survivor. You can beat this. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!
Billy, Jill, Rocky & Grady Block

shawkins said...

I wish I could hug you right now.

Ellen Bloom said...

Hey Chris!

We've been fans for a very long time. Medical technology is amazing. We know you'll pull thru and wear your purple Condor fez on stage once again!

Ellen Bloom and Larry Underhill

Chewbacca's said...

Las dos veces que has rockeado en MADRID(ESPAÑA)con HACIENDA BROTHERS, me ha sido imposible asistir...

Sois una de mis bandas preferidas...
Y NO PIENSO PERDERME NINGUN CONCIERTO MAS!!

CHRIS, ve sacandole brillo a tus botas porque se que pronto estaras por aqui de nuevo!!

Cuidate Chris.
Javi.
ELVIS RULES!!!

JRCrossfield said...

The best of luck with your treatment. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Rich

srbusch said...

Hey Gaff,

For a tough guy like you, this isn't even a fair fight - the Big 'C' doesn't stand a chance! We had some good news on my mom's front today, and I expect some on your end shortly.

I love and admire you, am pulling for you, and stand ready to help any way I can, my friend.

Steve Buschel

Dale Peterson said...

Brother Gaff – Please know that Dorinda and I have alerted the prayer army. God is on your side and just know that there are hundreds and thousands of people out here that love you. It’s time to lace up the gloves one more time and kick some fucking ass! There are too many honky tonk songs I still need to hear you sing. I’m gonna try and raise a little money for ya. Call us if there is anything, ANYTHING we can do. We love you and Julie very much. - Dale

Ted Roddy said...

Chris,
I am thinking of you buddy, I'm cooking up something to help out. I know with all the people out there that love you this $$ thing should be taken care of in no time. We all pray for you getting well soon. Love ya man.
TR

RJ said...

Words can not describe what a profound impact you have had on my life. Hang in there, Gaff, my friend and Brother. Be strong and fight the Good Fight.

From "The Road to Indio" to this new Road to Recovery... I am proud to be your Buddy RJ.

paul said...

Hi Chris,
Your a fighter and your gonna win this battle.
We will pray for you bro, andrea and me be thinking of you at this time, We be seeing you down the dusty trail, singing them great western-soul tunes.
Paul and Andrea.

Bob J said...

Chris:

I budget $100 per month for CDs...

... including lots of great music by the Hacienda Brothers, Dave Alvin, Tom Russell, et al.

In April, that $100 will go to your recovery fund.

Fight it with everything you've got!

Bob J.

Lisa**** said...

Hello from Houston, Texas.....
Chris... my prayers are with you and your family
get well soon!!
Lisa***

SunShine said...

The support here is powerful and overwhelming!
Looks like you have no other choice than to put
on those boxing gloves of yours and K.O. this intruder!

xoxo
Melissa Rob & Daisy

Miss Lead said...

Gaffneys!
All my love and support goes out to you (as well as some cash!). I've put this site on MySpace, Facebook and my blog! With the help of the internet, we'll get you all the help you need.

Thank you for all of your beautiful music! You aren't done making it---this is a fight that can be won!

Allen Larman said...

Chris,

Stay strong! This is only a temporary setback.
It will only be a short span of time before you are back on stage kicking out the footlights again! Your music and graciousness has enriched our lives.

Los Larmans
(Allen, Kat & Roz)

elaine said...

Hey Chris just caught you and Dave at McCabes. Who new the accordin could sound that good after listening to my sister murder it as child! Thank you. I feel for what is happening in your life and your familys life. I now have a place for my next disability check to go. I am a cook and if I could help your family with meals (healthy) let me know. My time is my own and I can make it yours if you wish. I AM a great cook. Grab the world by the ass and shake it man, thats all we can do sometimes. Blessings and love- Elaine Lasseter

Joe said...

Hey Chris -- We're sending all the light we can from this other end of the continent -- prayers too! We've met numerous times through Dave Alvin. I know the chemo's a drag, but hang in there! We'll raise some money too and send it your way! peace, joe uehlein

scdegraaf said...

Get well man, we need you.
Sylvia

fromafan said...

Hi Chris,
Your music has brought such joy to my life. Thank you!
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
From a fan

Em said...

Uncle Chris,
Throughout my entire life, you have been there for me. In the good times you were there to laugh with... or you were good to laugh at... and in the bad, you were always there to help me and mom back on our feet. You have been such an important part of my life. Like painting your living room. Important time in my life. And you were there for me.... in another room. I wish that I could be there with you, so you have to be there when I get back. You have to. I love you uncle Chris. Hold on.....
Mom, Julie... stop crying.
Sorry about that.
I am so very proud to be your niece.. but not so proud to be the daughter of a buzzkiller.

Love always,
Em


Julie,
I am so sorry that I am not there for you two. I feel so bad. But I know that you are strong enough to get through this, and ANYTHING you need, I would love to help you with. I think that I owe you after years of cookies and wrapping paper and crap that you have bought to send me to whatever school trip. I love you Julie.

Love always,
Em

Boot Lover said...

Chris and Family,

You are loved. All the best.

Bootlover

kitten said...

Cupcake,
it was so good to hear your voice today. I woke up cranky...went to church in the rain cranky...came home cranky...heard your voice...uplifted! Some would attribute that to hormones, but I know it was your voice that made my Sunday. Thanks for that! Everyone at Swallows says to "come home!"
Love YOU, and Hoolie, and Rochelle too!
kitten

Terri Mc said...

Your voice "tears us up"...you bring us such joy and we hope our good vibes can send some right back to you...Your music has always pulled us through our rough days...We love you....
The McCarty sisters of Cincinnati,Terri, Anne, and Beth...........

Terri Lynn said...

Morning Chris & Julie,
Heard from Jann this morning - she said she spoke to you yesterday and your spirits were both up - Laughter is the best form of medicine. I'm praying for you daily. That's another thing - the reason I sent my check directly to you - go shopping buy yourself another crazy hat and Miss Julie something too. I just want you to do what makes you happy - and ultimately healthy too. Also I want a cute nickname too - Like Kitten and Cupcake - think about it - get back to me.
Much Love to you both,
Terri Lynn

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mrbeavers said...

Mr. Gaffney sir:

Your note was read at the Cowboy Palace (Buckfest) and at the Cinema Bar on Saturday to raucous receptions.

You're like the pope of L.A.! I think people like you. Sally Field, baby, Sally Field.

I remain your humble servant,
Owen

D.W.Backstrom said...

CHRIS, hello again. You've been on my mind and in my heart since speaking about old times with Chris Gomez over a month ago. Gomez and I had also spoken about Gloria Nichols whom you might remember from the Phantom Herd days and then Gary Roach called and as we were talking about you, I told him that she had just passed away. All this and my sister's Berta and Kathy both recently going through breast cancer and surviving, brought me to a place where I needed to be... remembering how precious the gift of life is and what a blessing family and friends are. My friend David Hocking's doctor told him year's ago that he had throat cancer and he would never talk again. David's still yelling at people and thanking God every day. Chris, today you've been added to the prayer list at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa and I know personally many will be praying for you and your family. God saved my life also and you can read my testimony at my blog. I'm praying God will heal you Chris and that you can continue to be a blessing to Julie and your children and all those whose beautiful notes I've read here. God Bless. d.w.backstrom

geno productions said...

compa Gaff...this is Geno. I say you will beat this thing. Please be strong and hang in there, baby. this is a 15 rounder and we're going in there to win. there is mucho mas musica we need to hear from you. and i know you will come thru. please know that i am in your corner and well as all your family and friends who want you only to get well. you can do it , but it will be a tuff fight.
and you are one tuff hombre...your compa and amigo...geno

wightman51 said...

Hey, Chris, checking in from Columbus, Ohio, where you visited with Dave a time or two. Been a fan forever. Still remember my daughter singing "As Far as I'm Concerned" in the grocery store line at the age of three. Whew...must be the daughter of the devil. Hang in there, knock this one out and come back to Columbus!

Bobbie said...

Hey Chris,
Many Blessings from the Creator to you and your family. I pray he will give you the strength and the power to beat this.
Thank you so much for your wonderful music, thanks for alway willing to sing "Mental Revenge" for me. Please get well soon so I can see you on the road again.

I used paypal cause it was easier for me. I wish I could give more, but know that you are in my heart and prayers!

your navajo fan,
bobbie

Victor said...

Chris

Been listening to and loving your work, voice, songs for a long time. Dave and I have known each other for some 20+ years, he just told me the news. So I send you well wishes from Italy, a place I know you love. I know you've got the soul it takes to fight, and you have a world of people who love you and are pulling for you. Don't be shy about leaning on that love, my experience in situations like this it'll get you through.

Best to you brother.

Victor Krummenacher
Camper Van Beethoven

linda doll hut said...

Hi Chris,

Just wanted to say I am thinking about your recovery everyday. You will beat this. You are a great friend and I love you so much.

Stay positive!!!
Linda Doll Hut

slg said...

Chris,
We saw you at McCabe's with Dave A. and again when you sat in with Danny Ott at Muldoon's in Newport Bch. Our thoughts are with you and some funds are headed your way.
love,
Don and Sandy G.

kitten said...

Hi Cupcake,
You're starting to be BIG news around here. You're leaving a paper trail. This website, Hacienda Brothers, myspace, etc. You're kinda like Rocky er somethin'...only bigger...and better! "You spin me round round baby right round."
I heart U,
kitten

Scott Windle said...

Hello Chris Gaffney, fans, friends, and supporters,

Or as I like to call us, The Cold Hard Club. Tonight, Tuesday, April Fool's Day (perfect), on Tucson's community radio station, KXCI, 91.3 FM, www.kxci.org, Al Perry will be playing a few choice, and I believe very rare, live Gaffney tracks. He will also be doing a pitch for Chris and the HelpGaff.com website. Al Perry is a local Tucson roots rock musician and is commonly referred to as "Tucson's legendary king of cow punk." (Al would be unhappy I said that). His show is called Al Perry's Clambake and it's on from 6-8PM west coast time (same as Tucson time in the summer). If you listen to internet radio and would like to listen in, there's a link on the left side of the KXCI homepage that says "listen now."

Scott Windle

JoeyScruggs said...

Gaff,
Me, Alex Sierra, Peter Dammann, the Miller Family, everyone @ Duff's Garage, the Waterfront Blues Festival Staff + the Staff for The Bite are pullin' for ya.
YOU WILL BEAT THIS
Joey Scruggs

rochelle said...

You said you were gonna wait on us, and I'm holding you to it... and I want pancakes too damn it!! See you friday Marlboro Man.....I love you and you love me. Oh, and I love you too Julie. (and you love me) : )

Walter and Marie Trout said...

Dear Chris,
To a man who has been known to "take a bullet for the team" - and who IS the official "coolest guy in Orange County" we are rooting for you, and sending all our love.
We've been reading a lot of messages on here that hint that you make some real good pancakes, and you can tell by looking at Walter that he loves pancakes! So let's get together when you get through this and have some of those pancakes!
Walter and Marie Trout

Marisa said...

Thinking about you every day Chris.You mean a lot to me carnal.Get well soon so I can have more Gaff stories to tell in the Iguana van.Love you too Julie.Hodges

shawkins said...

Hey tuff guy! Just wanted to let you know that I made you some money at the bar saturday night(someone even threw in a scratcher lottery ticket!). I'll keep it up every sat. night, like I said, & I'll send the money every couple of weeks. I also made a deposit from Jeff & I into your acct the other day.
I can't stop thinking about you & praying for you. I'm so glad that you're a part of my life. You are so dear to me,& I can't wait for you to get better. Blue & I talked about you & Texas for hours the other day! And Brian DeDenn is actually showing feelings and emotions about you!! You've made alot of people's lives better and more fun, and you're not done yet! Thank you for being so amazing. I know that you'll beat this. I love you. Ok then there big guy... Talk to you soon. -Suzanne
p.s. I'll play 3311 for you!

Richard said...

Chris...my prayers are with you and your family. Money is enroute for your important treatment. Your music has been wonderful, and has provided inspiration and joy for me and for everyone I have turned on to your music.

Love, Richard and Linda

Terri Lynn said...

Chris & Julie,
Good Morning - Wow Man - Your Peeps really Love You - I'm so glad - with all that love we know you'll be better soon. Thinking about you always. Did you get my card?
Love Terri Lynn
alias Munchkin

Larry said...

We're with you all the way. Let's kick Mr. C's butt. We sent a check yesterday and are planning a benefit at the Casino in OK. Get well my friend.
Larry & Rosalie Boehmer

Payne said...

Gaff,
This weekend's the Lonestar Roundup. Last year, you were the highlight (I still proudly sport my Gaffney Gaffney Gaffney sticker on my car!) Sending lots of love and good wishes your way.
So much!
Payne

linda doll hut said...

Hi Chris,
I hope you are having a good day. I just talked to Payne in Austin. Sounds like there are going to be some fantastic funraising events for you there. So cool. I want to get with Jeb and help with some events in Orange County. I will keep you posted. Did you get my package?
You are loved!!!!
Linda Doll Hut

Scott Windle said...

Gaff and fans/friends/family,

Update:
The KXCI/Tucson radio thing worked out well this past Tuesday. Al Perry talked about you on his Clambake show and The Rose Lady, hostess of the Rosie's Rhythm Room show, has also taken up the cause. Probably some of the other DJ's as well.

There's lots of Gaff love out there.

I just noticed my message is going to be right next to Linda and Diane. Cool!

Windle