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Let's keep him in our thoughts - #72 - The Fridge

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Real Estate Agent with International Property Management Group, LLC 91013

The Fridge - yup, William Refrigerator Perry.   Former Chicago Bear.   Da Bears!   Did you know he was a local guy here in Aiken.  Born and raised :)   Being a 'football girl' I knew it before we even moved here!

                                          william refrigerator perry   

Well, he has been in the hospital for the past couple of weeks - but thankfully this morning his condition has been upgraded to 'fair'.  He had been in 'serious' condition - so this upgrade is great news.   He is suffering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a chronic inflammation disorder of the peripheral nerves.  Here is the story from our local newspaper.  The Aiken Standard.

                                                 william refrigerator perry

He is a very nice man.  I've had the opportunity to speak with William on many occasions.   I used to work part-time for Bi-Lo (a local grocery store for those who don't know, lol)   We would chit chat from time to time when he would come down the aisle I happened to be stocking at the time.    One time we bumped into eachother at the Columbia Airport - it was funny -  he was like, Kara?? Wait! Shouldn't you be at Bi-Lo, hahaha.    He was actually on his way to one of the Super Bowls - heading out about a week early, and I was meeting clients on an arriving flight. 

Let's keep the Fridge in our thoughts (and prayers if it applies to you) to beat this disease, and have a speedy and complete recovery.

 

 

 

 

Posted by

Kara Casamassina, Broker In Charge

International Property Management Group, LLC

Downtown Aiken SC.

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Steve Bush
Maxfield Real Estate - Moultonborough, NH
603.455.7428 - NH Lakes Region

I'm pleased to hear he is doing better. As a New England Patriot Fan I remember the Bears with the Fridge completely killing us in the 1986 Super Bowl.

Apr 28, 2009 02:33 AM
Team Honeycutt
Allen Tate - Concord, NC

Yes this is great news...I hope he can heal up and be better soon!

Apr 28, 2009 03:04 AM
Jim Valentine
RE/MAX Realty Affiliates - Gardnerville, NV

Oh the memories of him!  A Great football player and so much fun to watch.  God Bless him and here' to praying for a speedy recovery!

Apr 28, 2009 03:19 AM
Goodbye Active Rain
Out of Real Estate

I'm glad to hear is condition has improved.  The '85 season is one us Bear fans will never forget.

Apr 28, 2009 03:30 AM
Kara Casamassina
International Property Management Group, LLC - Aiken, SC
Boomers and beyond

Hi Steve-  yes, it was nice to see his condition upgraded!

Hi Allen (and the team!)  It certailnly is a step in the right direction :)

Hey Jim -  your prayers are appreciated, I'm sure!   I loved watching him run right over the defensive linemen, hahah. 

Hi Tony -  ahhh -  da Bears!   Remember the shuffling crew, lol

take a look!  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJNC3dgreaU

 

Apr 28, 2009 06:35 AM
Konnie Mac McCarthy
MacNificent Properties, LLC - Cobb Island, MD
Broker/Owner - VA & MD "Time To Get A Move On!"

Ah...I love the fridge... I have a friend with that disease..it really is hard on a soul.. :)

Apr 28, 2009 10:39 AM
Valerie Osterhoudt
Johnson Real Estate, Inc. - Cromwell, CT
ABR, Cromwell, CT Real Estate ~ 860.883.8889

Kara.. I remember watching William (Frig) play football, like it was yesterday.  I'm glad to hear he is doing better.  All these positive thoughts I'm sure will help.

valerie osterhoudt

Apr 28, 2009 01:27 PM
Kara Casamassina
International Property Management Group, LLC - Aiken, SC
Boomers and beyond

Hey Konnie -  thanks for stopping by.  I hope your friend gets better as well.

Hey Valerie - time flies doesn't it!   I'm sure you're right about the positive thoughts :)

Apr 28, 2009 02:00 PM
Bill Somerset
Re/Max Realty Group - Dover, NH
ABR, e-PRO - Realtor - NH Real Estate Agent

I remember watching him as a kid growing up.  Glad to hear he is doing better.

Apr 29, 2009 12:05 AM
Gene Mock
Associate Broker ~ Premier Team, KW Realty - Leesburg, VA
GRI, CRB, CRS, ABR, CIPS, TRC, SFR, SRES

I saw this in the newpaper.  He's in my thoughts.

Apr 29, 2009 02:57 AM
Kara Casamassina
International Property Management Group, LLC - Aiken, SC
Boomers and beyond

Hey Bill - Hey Gene -  thanks for stopping by.   I loved watching him play back in the day :)

Apr 29, 2009 05:34 AM
Joseph D. Federico
MVP Realty - Naples, FL
Southwest Florida Homes with Joe Federico

I remember watching the "Fridge" play against the New England Patriots, when the bears beat the Patriots in the Superbowl. It is tough to forget. But all my best to the "Fridge"

May 04, 2009 03:06 AM
Kara Casamassina
International Property Management Group, LLC - Aiken, SC
Boomers and beyond

Thanks Joseph.    Ya - I guess that is a tough one for y'all up there to forget, lol.

May 04, 2009 05:17 AM
BLR Guy
BLRGUY(Beach & Luxury Realty Inc) - Saint Pete Beach, FL

I heard the Fridge just got out of the hospital...hope he continues to recover...it just sucks being sick!

May 21, 2009 11:22 PM
Kara Casamassina
International Property Management Group, LLC - Aiken, SC
Boomers and beyond

That is WONDERFUL news!!  I have a friend who is a nurse....I saw her yesterday and forgot to ask how he was doing.       And you are absolutely right - it does suck being sick.

Have a great weekend :)

May 22, 2009 03:17 AM
Steve Merson 512 412 1621
Keller Williams Realty - Austin, TX
CNE, e-PRO

Hi Kara,

My wife is from Chicago and a Bears fan. Let's hope he makes a full recovery.

Steve

Nov 10, 2009 12:51 AM
Kara Casamassina
International Property Management Group, LLC - Aiken, SC
Boomers and beyond

Hi Steve - thanks for stopping by.  Last I heard he was out of the hospital...I haven't really heard anything recently --- I pray he is doing well, too!

Nov 16, 2009 03:13 AM