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**oldiron** · 12-06-2010, 03:40 AM

I met Steve this summer at a car show. Steve has been battling cancer for almost a year now. I decided to check up on when he posted last here and found he hasn't been here since Oct.
I went to his home jounal page and found this:

It is now early December. I’ve lost all of November. As of yesterday, we will have lived in the hospital for five weeks. It doesn’t look like we’ll be leaving any time soon. And when we do, it will likely be to a rehab facility before heading home.

We came to the hospital this time with pneumonia and a bacterial infection in the blood. I’ve needed to be on oxygen full time since October. And while they’ve been able to treat the symptoms, I am left very weak and deconditioned, and still unable to eat more than a few bites of food.

Several people have asked me recently if ‘no news is good news’. In fact the opposite is true. No news is bad news. My father has had a heart attack and that has added to my discouragement. It is very difficult to be confined here for so long and be unable to be with our family. I need your continued prayers and encouragement.

If anyone has a chance to go and register at his journal site and give him a good thought and a prayer I'm sure he would appreciate it.
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/stevehanberg

63 & 64 Bowties · 12-06-2010, 07:36 AM

Thanks for that. I'm gonna put a link to this over at the 47-59 area where Steve hung out alot.

entourageguy · 12-06-2010, 08:35 AM

Man I hate the "C" word .

***Liz*** · 12-06-2010, 09:25 AM

Dennis thank you for the update.

**truckdude239** · 12-06-2010, 09:29 AM

my prayers are with you

Sillyoldman · 12-06-2010, 10:19 AM

I know he's had it rough for a while. Glad for the update. Also note that any donations made in Steve's name will go to caring bridge. Steve will not see any proceeds. I'll have to dig out another old thread. IIRC nonhog had his churches info that we can donate to so that he gets money directly.

Kim57 · 12-06-2010, 10:19 AM

Prayers sent.

63 & 64 Bowties · 12-06-2010, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldiron

If anyone has a chance to go and register at his journal site and give him a good thought and a prayer I'm sure he would appreciate it.
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/stevehanberg

Just a note; it's very easy to register there.
Quick & painless and you can leave a message immediately from the same page that you register on.
If you haven't done it yet, please take a minute to send wishes to a brother.

**70cst** · 12-06-2010, 04:32 PM

Thanks for the update...I just left Steve a message in his journal.

**BillGent** · 12-06-2010, 04:35 PM

I signed up and left a message. He needs all the support he can get.

NONHOG · 12-06-2010, 06:30 PM

Here is that other link Silly was talking about.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389761

Indian113 · 12-06-2010, 07:33 PM

It's a tough Fight, he can beat it-He's a fighter

Sillyoldman · 12-06-2010, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Indian113

It's a tough Fight, he can beat it-He's a fighter

And he will. He's got a shop full of cool stuff and big dreams to fullfill including a COE. Nonhog & I were honored to meet him and share an afternoon with him. Steve also won over my daughter with some cookies too. Get well friend!

Thanks for the link Nonhog.

***Liz*** · 12-07-2010, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NONHOG

Here is that other link Silly was talking about.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389761

Quote:

Originally Posted by NONHOG

Always nice to see how supportive this site is. Shows what a great group of guys and gals we have here.

If you'd like to support more directly to Steve there is a way.
The above web site does help Steve through the possibility of donations.
however do know it is indirect.
If anyone would like to help Steve directly they can send a check to:

Island Church (www.IslandChurch.org)
9624 Sportsman Club Road
Bainbridge Island, Wa 98110

Mark the check "Hanberg Medical" and make it out to Island Church

Just a reminder its not Steve asking if we could post this stuff. Its Silly and I
asking him, he reluctantly agreed.

info for the lazy folks who dont like to click

Sillyoldman · 12-08-2010, 10:08 AM

bump

edge · 12-09-2010, 09:33 PM

thanks man oldsub rocks.

olBlue · 01-02-2011, 04:09 AM

Hard news to read on oldgmctrucks.com that Steve (oldsub) is near the end of his journey.

fastwillie 696969 · 01-02-2011, 06:25 AM

my prayers are out to him ,

**Ron 586** · 01-02-2011, 08:17 AM

I went and posted on his page. I'll keep him in my prayers.

NONHOG · 01-02-2011, 08:56 PM

Dang it!

RED72blazer · 01-03-2011, 05:23 AM

this is being posted on a few sites. May he rest in peace.

Quote:

Today I recieved a call which had me flip my truck around and race over to Harborview Hospital in Seattle. Steve or Oldsub as he's known to many around the various old car sites was currently unconscious, and I was told that it may be best to say my goodbyes today. Barring any sort of miracles, it sounds like this is the end. He had been battling cancer for some time now and succumbed to an infection of some sort. I didn't want to bother his wife to get the details as they really don't seem to matter now. What matters is we're all losing a good friend and family man.

For those of you who don't know him, he's one of the most kind hearted folks you'd meet. Whether looking at a pristinely restored GM vehicle or one with rust holes large enough to stick your foot through, he loved them all and always saw potential.

I really don't know what to say as I'm really disheartened at the news. He was like a father to me in some ways, offering good advice and listening when needed. I have a lot of respect for him. He did get to spend this christmas with his family and at least he had grown most of his beard back by now!

It's been a tough day on all of us. I also feel so much grief for his wife and kids, who've stood beside him through all of this.

I thought it best to post this for those members who called him friend and haven't heard any news in awhile. It's not my place to say, but I ask that you not contact his wife, out of respect for her grieving, unless you wish to offer condolences only.

I'm sure this isn't the appropriate forum to post this news, but I feel it best since most of the people he may have helped frequent here regularly. Maybe it can get kicked through some of his most frequnted forums before dissappearing.

Thanks for listening. May he be remembered.

Jeff Erickson

63 & 64 Bowties · 01-08-2011, 07:05 AM

The following is an excerpt from Steve's obituary.

Steven Craig Hanberg was taken home to his Savior the morning of January 3rd, 2011, as he stared deeply and lovingly into the eyes of his devoted bride, Teri. For those present, it was a stunning and powerful example of God's infinite love and grace.

An inspiration in death, Steven was also an inspiration in life.

http://cookfamilyfuneralhome.com/obi...bit.asp?Id=977

**Palf70Step** · 01-08-2011, 09:24 PM

RIP Steve

**70cst** · 01-08-2011, 10:46 PM

For those in the faith we know that Steve in going to learn what living really is in his next life. In a way we exist in this life but in the next life is when we really live. Blessings to Steve and his family.

Sillyoldman · 01-08-2011, 11:00 PM

http://m.caringbridge.org/visit/stev...7175740/page/1

12-06-2010, 03:40 AM	#1
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,090	Steve@oldsub.com needs help I met Steve this summer at a car show. Steve has been battling cancer for almost a year now. I decided to check up on when he posted last here and found he hasn't been here since Oct. I went to his home jounal page and found this: It is now early December. I’ve lost all of November. As of yesterday, we will have lived in the hospital for five weeks. It doesn’t look like we’ll be leaving any time soon. And when we do, it will likely be to a rehab facility before heading home. We came to the hospital this time with pneumonia and a bacterial infection in the blood. I’ve needed to be on oxygen full time since October. And while they’ve been able to treat the symptoms, I am left very weak and deconditioned, and still unable to eat more than a few bites of food. Several people have asked me recently if ‘no news is good news’. In fact the opposite is true. No news is bad news. My father has had a heart attack and that has added to my discouragement. It is very difficult to be confined here for so long and be unable to be with our family. I need your continued prayers and encouragement. If anyone has a chance to go and register at his journal site and give him a good thought and a prayer I'm sure he would appreciate it. http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/stevehanberg __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg Last edited by oldiron; 12-06-2010 at 03:42 AM.

12-06-2010, 07:36 AM	#2
63 & 64 Bowties and a few others Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 5,638	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help Thanks for that. I'm gonna put a link to this over at the 47-59 area where Steve hung out alot. __________________ Bill US Army Vet -193rd Infantry BlueRidgeMuscleCars.com “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated” Gandhi

12-06-2010, 08:35 AM	#3
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help Man I hate the "C" word . __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

12-06-2010, 09:25 AM	#4
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,726	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help Dennis thank you for the update.

12-06-2010, 09:29 AM	#5
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,217	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help my prayers are with you __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

12-06-2010, 10:19 AM	#6
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help I know he's had it rough for a while. Glad for the update. Also note that any donations made in Steve's name will go to caring bridge. Steve will not see any proceeds. I'll have to dig out another old thread. IIRC nonhog had his churches info that we can donate to so that he gets money directly. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.* Last edited by Sillyoldman; 12-06-2010 at 10:21 AM.

12-06-2010, 10:19 AM	#7
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help Prayers sent.

12-06-2010, 04:32 PM	#9
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,339	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help Thanks for the update...I just left Steve a message in his journal. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 12-06-2010 at 04:33 PM.

12-06-2010, 04:35 PM	#10
BillGent Pretty But Evil Doggy Woggy. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ft Worth Posts: 6,303	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help I signed up and left a message. He needs all the support he can get.

12-06-2010, 06:30 PM	#11
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,416	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help Here is that other link Silly was talking about. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389761 __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

12-06-2010, 07:33 PM	#12
Indian113 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Monroe,Iowa Posts: 4,370	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help It's a tough Fight, he can beat it-He's a fighter Last edited by Indian113; 12-06-2010 at 07:33 PM.

12-08-2010, 10:08 AM	#15
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help bump __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

12-09-2010, 09:33 PM	#16
edge Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: ky Posts: 89	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help thanks man oldsub rocks.

01-02-2011, 04:09 AM	#17
olBlue Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Walla Walla, WA Posts: 10	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help Hard news to read on oldgmctrucks.com that Steve (oldsub) is near the end of his journey.

01-02-2011, 06:25 AM	#18
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help my prayers are out to him , __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex



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01-02-2011, 08:17 AM	#19
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,166	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help I went and posted on his page. I'll keep him in my prayers. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

01-02-2011, 08:56 PM	#20
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,416	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help Dang it! __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

01-08-2011, 07:05 AM	#22
63 & 64 Bowties and a few others Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 5,638	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help The following is an excerpt from Steve's obituary. Steven Craig Hanberg was taken home to his Savior the morning of January 3rd, 2011, as he stared deeply and lovingly into the eyes of his devoted bride, Teri. For those present, it was a stunning and powerful example of God's infinite love and grace. An inspiration in death, Steven was also an inspiration in life. http://cookfamilyfuneralhome.com/obi...bit.asp?Id=977 __________________ Bill US Army Vet -193rd Infantry BlueRidgeMuscleCars.com “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated” Gandhi Last edited by 63 & 64 Bowties; 01-08-2011 at 08:42 AM.

01-08-2011, 09:24 PM	#23
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,607	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help RIP Steve __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

01-08-2011, 10:46 PM	#24
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,339	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help For those in the faith we know that Steve in going to learn what living really is in his next life. In a way we exist in this life but in the next life is when we really live. Blessings to Steve and his family. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

01-08-2011, 11:00 PM	#25
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Steve@oldsub.com needs help http://m.caringbridge.org/visit/stev...7175740/page/1 __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

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