He has decided to share his news :(
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It's good to know you've a strong backing of friends and family Grady who will be with you, always rooting for you, always sending out their prayers. You are lucky, and that luck is born from your constant and tireless efforts. Not just as a pool player, but as a man. I hope you enjoy your time and it is filled with those people who make you smile the most. There's nothing to fear when you're surrounded by good. You won't be forgotten. So sit back, enjoy a rest and let the people who care remind you everyday you've done more than what could have been asked, more than anyone could have expected. Enjoy your family, remind them it will be ok.
Grady, here's hoping for an eight and out on the big bet.
Might be worth a shot .... Essiac Tea.
Might be worth a shot .... Essiac Tea.
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad.
Beyond the thought of the pool world losing an icon like Grady, you're his daughter and that means more than any pool related story or tournament he ever won.
My sincere wish that he lives the rest of his life with those nearest and dearest to him at his side.
A very sad day, indeed.
God Speed!
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Josh
God Speed!
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Josh
There are no words to express my graditude for what you have given me and countless other players all over the world.
Our Greek forefathers had 2 main principles on their thinking: Logic and "hystheropheme" ("after-fame").
The fisrst served as a valuable tool in order to progress.
The second was equally important, it is about what other people would think of them (of their life's work) after they were gone.
You have achieved what quite few people have achieved. You passed your light of knowledge throughout the planet.
Your heritage will follow forever.
God be with you.
Petros Andrikopoulos
Athens, Greece
Our Greek forefathers had 2 main principles on their thinking: Logic and "hystheropheme" ("after-fame").
The fisrst served as a valuable tool in order to progress.
The second was equally important, it is about what other people would think of them (of their life's work) after they were gone.
You have achieved what quite few people have achieved. You passed your light of knowledge throughout the planet.
Your heritage will follow forever.
God be with you.
Petros Andrikopoulos
Athens, Greece
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Great post Petros. I can't say it any better, so I'll just "ditto" what you said.
All the best Grady.
Scott
All the best Grady.
Scott
Give him the best of wishes and to the family, I truly hope things go for the best.
-JD
-JD
I will treasure the two lessons that I had with you while in SC. THank you for the time you took to share your knowledge of this game that we love.
ME
ME
grady
When I think of Grady, two words come to mind TRUE LEGEND. May you have an easy 8 and out.
When I think of Grady, two words come to mind TRUE LEGEND. May you have an easy 8 and out.
A legacy of excellence
I think I have every Grady instructional tape that has been done. Grady-you are the reason that I still have a VCR.
You have left a terrific body of work, and one only has to say 'Grady says..' in a pool discussion to arrive at the authoritative answer.
I so regret not making it to the HT, Bellflower upstairs seminar that Martin/Jazznpool speaks so highly of-not sure if that was your last motorhome tour to the west coast.
Thank you Grady for so many memories and stories that will be retold countless times.
Best wishes to you and your family in this difficult time.
Take care
I think I have every Grady instructional tape that has been done. Grady-you are the reason that I still have a VCR.
You have left a terrific body of work, and one only has to say 'Grady says..' in a pool discussion to arrive at the authoritative answer.
I so regret not making it to the HT, Bellflower upstairs seminar that Martin/Jazznpool speaks so highly of-not sure if that was your last motorhome tour to the west coast.
Thank you Grady for so many memories and stories that will be retold countless times.
Best wishes to you and your family in this difficult time.
Take care
This was posted on Grady's Facebook page today;
Grady Mathews My Daughter posted sensitive personal health information about me without my knowledge or consent. My doctor has never used the word "terminal" with me. I saw the word first on her post. I'm going through chemo, First three done, next three start Oct 27th. I had hoped to finish the 10 chemo treatments, then get a long term prognosis, maybe followed by rehab. Please don't call me, voice is shot. Don't have time or inclination to do E-mail. Love and prayers will help Love Grady 38 minutes ago
Grady Mathews My Daughter posted sensitive personal health information about me without my knowledge or consent. My doctor has never used the word "terminal" with me. I saw the word first on her post. I'm going through chemo, First three done, next three start Oct 27th. I had hoped to finish the 10 chemo treatments, then get a long term prognosis, maybe followed by rehab. Please don't call me, voice is shot. Don't have time or inclination to do E-mail. Love and prayers will help Love Grady 38 minutes ago
Fight the good fight like I know you will.
It sounds like the prayers are already working. :smile:
Lottsa luv sent your way Grady.
It sounds like the prayers are already working. :smile:
Lottsa luv sent your way Grady.
Thoughts and Prayers to the family.
Rehab is good, wishing you the best.
Grady
Grady,Mr Matthews, Thanks so much for all you taught me from your tapes, The knowledge I got will be with me forever. I also have been passing it down to my son Manny, Who I will make sure knows and never forgets your name or what you have contributed to the game of pool and to his game. You have contributed a ton of info to the pool world and we appreciate a Legend like you taking the time to share it with us.
I will add you to my prayers and may the good Lord keep you here and safe for years to come. Stay positive and look to the Lord for Strength and Healing.
Hector & Manny
Grady,Mr Matthews, Thanks so much for all you taught me from your tapes, The knowledge I got will be with me forever. I also have been passing it down to my son Manny, Who I will make sure knows and never forgets your name or what you have contributed to the game of pool and to his game. You have contributed a ton of info to the pool world and we appreciate a Legend like you taking the time to share it with us.
I will add you to my prayers and may the good Lord keep you here and safe for years to come. Stay positive and look to the Lord for Strength and Healing.
Hector & Manny