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Jim Stynes fights cancer: Tributes

Posted by: 3AW Radio | 2 July, 2009 - 8:46 AM

ABOVE: In a special opening to Sports Today on July 2, Gerard Healy pays tribute to his mate Jim Stynes - listening in. Leave your message of support to Jim below and we will make sure he gets them.

Two weeks ago: Jim Stynes, 43, has revealed he has cancer which has spread throughout his body.

But contrary to reports, he has not stood down as president of the Melbourne Football Club this afternoon, rather deciding to take the rest of the year off while he focuses on getting his health in order.

Vice President Don McLardy will fill in in his absence.

Stynes broke the news in front of a packed media contingent at the MCG, breaking down as he recounted how advanced the cancer was and what it meant for his family.

He said he had discovered a lump in his back three weeks ago and when it was removed and tested was revealed to be cancerous. Further tests revealed the cancer had spread.

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  • We are very sad this morning to hear the passing of Jim Stynes.
    Having been diagnosed with breast cancer a decade ago and having gone through ups and downs, I can only say that your inspiration and courage were to be admired!
    Our condolonces to Sam Stynes and family. Our thoughts are with you. A true champion on and off the field. Your legacy will live on. You will be dearly missed!

    Sam & Cassandra Tuesday 20 March, 2012 - 11:50 AM

  • Jim , I just finished watching the doco that a friend sent me.... sitting here with red and very sore eyes .. I must have been living under a rock not to know you were unwell ,( no just Auckland ).. I have been looking for your email but found this .

    You are Always an inspiration on and off the feild .... and nevermore so now .. alll the best to you and the family

    Andrew bonner

    Andrew Monday 4 October, 2010 - 5:55 PM

  • Jim I just wanted to say that I think you are amazing . I am currently fighting breast cancer and have taken the attitude that I will succeed and be around to see my 3 little girls grow up . Good luck to you and your beautiful family, after watching your documentary I am inspired . Thank you. Cath xx

    Cath Baker Thursday 30 September, 2010 - 2:49 PM

  • ask jim if he wants to obtain healing and this is not positive thinking but his healing that chemo can't provide ask him to contact mrs ruth smart that received her healing for the same complain on riveroffiremin@aol.com or phone 0397408813

    william mcvey Friday 24 September, 2010 - 4:20 PM

  • Jim, I an currently battling a vary rare and agreesive cancer and am using an alternative program which has a very high success rate with all cancers. With my original diagnosis, I should be in palitive care by now with tumours through out my body, but this is not the case, I am very healthy and have shrunk my tumor by 30% without any chemo or radiation. This program does work and I personally know 3 people who have used this program over the last five years who have returned themselves to perfect health and feel the best they have for a very long time. If you are interested in knowing more please feel free to contact me via my email kerrinputt@ozemail.com.au
    It is a complete lifestyle change but one for the better. I have nothing to gain from mentioning this to you except for the belief that you can beat this cancer with the correct approach.
    Kind Regards.
    Kerrin

    Kerrin Thursday 23 September, 2010 - 5:39 PM

  • Jim, have you looked at Bicarbonate Soda as an alternative treatment for cancer. Google "Bicarbonate Soda Cancer". A friend recently tried the treatment and when having a 2nd scan at Peter Mac, her 'spots' had disappeared after a few weeks. Wishing you all the best.

    JK Haines Wednesday 22 September, 2010 - 1:42 AM

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