Shiri Howell in ICU w/ coma

[Moto'n Mama]

http://womensmotocrossassociation.com/news/2004/news_Shiri_Howell_080504.htm


"08-05-04
Shiri Howell Seriously Injured
Shiri Howell was seriously injured this past weekend while practicing at track near her home in Spokane, WA. She is in ICU for head trauma and is currently in a coma. Our thoughts and prayers are with Shiri and her family the next few critical days.

If you wish to send a card to Shiri, she is at the Sacred Heart Hospital, Spokane, WA." - WMA

Shiri Howell Bio: http://womensmotocrossassociation.com/Profiles/Howell.html

 

[E-Ticket]

Very sorry to hear that ..... :(

Our best vibes and hopes for a speedy recovery for Shiri. - rb

 

[firecracker22]

Dammit! That little girl can ride! Her dad is a great guy, too. I hope she gets better soon. :(

 

[mx547]

damn, i hate it when the girls get hurt.

 

[GETMETOCA]

My very best to Shiri and her family.

 

[dirty~d~]

My best wishes to her and her family.

 

[msmotosports316]

I talked to Shiri's local track and they said that Shiri is starting to move her arms and legs and her head and also opening and closing one eye. She is still however in a coma. We are keeping Shiri and her family in our prayers and ask that you do too.

 

[Jackpiner57]

Shiri is in my prayers

 

[nikki]

Here's an update from the WMA site - I hope she recovers fully and soon.
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08-6-04
Update on Shiri Howell
Shiri's dad reported some good news today. She is making progress. She has shown signs of movement and has minimal swelling of the brain. The Doctor plans on weaning her off meds tomorrow and has hope of her coming out of the coma soon.

The WMA has heard from many other rider's who are concerned for Shiri and her family. We all continue to pray for her speedy recovery.

Shiri is in ICU at the Sacred Heart Hospital, 101 W 8th Ave Spokane, WA 99204.

Donations are now being accepted to offset the cost of bills and down work time for the family. You can send donations to:

Matt & Angie Howell
P.O. Box 1414
Airway Heights, Wa 99001
Please contact Vicki at (509) 218-4014 for further information.

 

[MrLuckey]

Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery here too.

 

[bbbom]

Our prayers are with Shiri & her family too. She's always been fun to watch out on the track, hopefully she will fully recover and be back out there.

The phone number listed for Vicki is incorrect, BTW, it is supposed to be (509)218-2014

 

[WaltCMoto]

My thoughts are with Shiri and her family