Muskieman Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 (edited) I work as a caregiver for Community Living West Nipissing. Today I was working at the hospital caring for an 'Ol Pal who was very sick with liver failure. At 10:55 this morning the nurses an I made him comfortable in bed. A few minutes later I noticed that he was gonna check out... I followed protocol by pressing the bell button and following the list of "must calls" including the priest.... he had a DNR order so the nurses nor I could do a thing. I then made my friend comfortable and climbed in bed and layed along side him, hugged him and held his hand 'til his last breath... my old pal passed away in my arms this morning at 11:15. Shortly thereafter my manager showed up to relieve me for a bit and give me some "Me" time... I walked the hallway for a few minutes... @ about 11:35 a "code" went off at the hospital 2 doors down from where I was working... I assisted a Nurse to perform CPR on a 62 years old man... He'll make it Then @ 12:50 on the corner of Russell and Coursol.. I stopped domestic violence dead in it's tracks.. I witnessed a guy slap his G/F Wife in the face and push her to the ground..I slammed on my brakes and jumped out of my truck and charged towards him.. I literally picked him up and bodyslammed him onto the street and dragged him to the shoulder of Coursol Rd .I said/roared " Stay the down or I'll make ya stay the down It's your choice Man!" He had no clue what kind of mood I was in or what had just hit him for that matter. The police were there in less that 15 seconds.. Turns out that this had been going on for over 10 minutes a Russell street resident had already called the police, they were on their way and the caller was still on the line with them when I showed up. They quickly tossed him into the cruiser.. while the victim walked home with a neighbor. I got a big kiss and a hug from the victim and a handshake from a couple of Cops. Appreciate every minute you have and be nice to others!!!! My wife and kids all got big hugs when they got home even the dogs. I am now drinking a beer and relaxing. Randy. Edited March 10, 2010 by Randy from Sturgeon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptorfan Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 Very sorry to hear about your friend Randy, my condolences. As for that dirtbag on the street.....awesome job man, there should be more people like you in this world, it would definately be a safer place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitespinnerbait Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 . I literally picked him up and bodyslammed him onto the street and dragged him to the shoulder of Coursol Rd .I said/roared " Stay the down or I'll make ya stay the down It's your choice Man!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joefish Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 Good for you Randy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 Sorry to hear about your pal I had a good friend die a few years ago it was tough and good job on body slamming the punk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landry Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 You sound like a great person Randy. I was moved and impressed by this post. Take care Landry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 WOW, that's a lot of highs and lows for one day!! Sorry about your buddy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 Some days really put us to the test Randy, but it sounds to me like you handled it very well. I'm sure your pal felt at ease at the end though, knowing he had you as a friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basketclam Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 It makes me smile to be reminded that there are people in this world with a soul. Randy, you might have had a bad day, but you sure made mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryC Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Have two Beers, you deserve it! Clarence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Thanks for sharing Randy. You did good in all regards in my books, but don't be surprised when the police show up tomorrow with an assult charge against you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
douG Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Wow. Talk about being dragged through a knothole today. That adrenaline buzz must have you just vibrating right now. I would guess that you are exhausted, and pleased with yourself, knowing that you made a big difference today. That's all anyone of us can ask for. 'The Force is strong with this one'. Best to Randy, wherever the heck he comes from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironstone74 Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 That's a rough day man. Sorry about your friend. Good call on apprehending the "toughguy" beating up his girlfriend. He'll get what he deserves. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerritt Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Wow... talk about a hectic day!.. kind of puts my bad day in perspective! .. as for the whole domestic violence thing, it is good that you stepped in and did something! not many would.... but as Wayne eluded too... he could come after you for assault.... Lets hope the coppers do not come knocking and if they do... the Judge is reasonable and sane.. G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJQ Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Good on ya Randy... nice work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizzo Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Wow what a day! Good for you helping out the unknown lady. My condolences on the death of your friend, I'm sure he felt your presence with him in his final moments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob v Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Sounds like a day you'll remember for a long time. You were a good friend to a couple of people today. Regardless of what the bum does or doesn't do through the courts you did what you needed to do. At least you gave him a choice and restrained yourself from doing more. You probably did what lots of us hoped/wished we would do in a situation like that Good on ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThisPlaceSucks Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 sounds like a tough day bud but it sounds like you made 2 peoples lives much better! have a beer my friend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnimon Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Sorry to hear about your friend,its hard.You truely are a good man,Indeed.After a day you had Im sure the idiot you held down soiled himself.I send my condolences .I Hope you have a good day.Vince Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 I'm also very sorry to hear of your friend's passing Randy and deeply touched by your gesture..... got to be the toughest thing a person can do in that situation. Please accept my deepest condolences. Jacques Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camillj Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Wow... firstly - a warm condolence and heartfelt respect for your difficult predicament with your friend. Nobody is ever prepared for such things and nothing can be more gut-wrenching than to have your hands tied when you are unsure what the right thing to do is. But most importantly - you were there. As for the other scenario - hats off for reacting to the the situation as many of us would - come what may .... and hopefully your actions will be supported by both the victim and the law. As for it being the most trying day of your life ... I hope it was... sounds like you deserve not just a beer but the good Karma that comes with doing the right thing when it matters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnimon Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Thanks for sharing Randy. You did good in all regards in my books, but don't be surprised when the police show up tomorrow with an assult charge against you. They may ask him to join the force!!!!!!Assault charge?Maybe, but I dont think it will ever stick,esp if an officer is shaking his hand.Way back when, myself and others have been in similiar situations and handed the purp over to the officers.There have been some brusing and whatnots, all in all we were doing the community a favour as well as the hwpd.Never a charge laid on us.My bud even ran a guy down with his dirtbike.Never a charge.I do recall working in a variety store and some nimbrod tried to rob me,little to knowledge,The lot was mine and my friends hang out.I did a twirl with my hand and the so called robber couldnt leave the store.I gave him 2 options, me or the door.I told him the front door was less harmfull(ten guys waiting and 1 mad chick).I had a bat and some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Now if anyone thinks that nurses and doctors get paid to much, they should read this thread. Good job Randy!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerritt Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 They may ask him to join the force!!!!!!Assault charge?Maybe, but I dont think it will ever stick,esp if an officer is shaking his hand.Way back when, myself and others have been in similiar situations and handed the purp over to the officers.There have been some brusing and whatnots, all in all we were doing the community a favour as well as the hwpd.Never a charge laid on us.My bud even ran a guy down with his dirtbike.Never a charge.I do recall working in a variety store and some nimbrod tried to rob me,little to knowledge,The lot was mine and my friends hang out.I did a twirl with my hand and the so called robber couldnt leave the store.I gave him 2 options, me or the door.I told him the front door was less harmfull(ten guys waiting and 1 mad chick).I had a bat and some. .... Uhmmmm let me guess.... you can whoop Chuck Norris's ass too? G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T Fisher Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 Sorry about your buddy Randy I lost mine at the age of 27 to cancer that was years ago, still miss him Good on you for pounding on the wife beater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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