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Ronnie James Dio Diagnosed with Stomach Cancer, Will Undergo Treatment at Mayo Clinic

posted Nov 25, 2009 at 4:46 PM by EdgeoftheWorld. (91 Comments)

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According to an article posted Nov. 25 on Blabbermouth.net, Ronnie James Dio's wife and manager, Wendy Dio issued a statement that said that the legendary Rainbow and Black Sabbath frontman had been diagnosed with the early stages of stomach cancer. Here's her full statement:

"Ronnie has been diagnosed with the early stages of stomach cancer. We are starting treatment immediately at the Mayo Clinic. After he kills this dragon, Ronnie will be back on stage, where he belongs, doing what he loves best, performing for his fans.

"Thanks to all the friends and fans around the world that have sent well wishes. This has really helped to keep his spirit up.

"Long Live Rock and Roll, Long Live Ronnie James Dio"

Dio was forced to cancel his European tour last week when he became ill and was hospitalized.

Dio, who rose to fame as the lead singer of Rainbow in the 1970s, is best known for replacing Ozzy Osbourne as the singer for Black Sabbath, and for his work in the 1980s in his own band, Dio.

His albums include "Heaven & Hell" and "Mob Rules" by Black Sabbath, as well as "Holy Diver" with Dio, and many others. His most recent album is "The Devil You Know" with Heaven & Hell — made up of the members of his incarnation of Black Sabbath.

Source: Blabbermouth.net

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1. ElHefe writes:

f***.

He is a legend and he changed my life with his tunes man. Beat this Dio. The world needs Holy Diver, The Last in Line, Stand up and Shout, Children of Sea, and Heaven and Hell live as often as possible.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 4:54 PM ET | IP Logged

2. Hand of Gloom writes:

Stomach Cancer is a beast for sure. Only 1 in 5 usually have a survival rate of more than 5 years. If Dio manages to beat this I doubt very much he will ever sing on stage again.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 4:55 PM ET | IP Logged

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3. Diamond Oz writes:

Holy sh**! I hope he gets better soon! Slay that beast Dio!

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 5:02 PM ET | IP Logged

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4. Hollow writes:

Dio will pull through.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 5:03 PM ET | IP Logged

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5. Nihilist writes:

He will, f***ing cancer.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 5:08 PM ET | IP Logged

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6. utoad9 writes:

Stay strong,RJD............MILLIONS ARE WITH YOU!

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 5:33 PM ET | IP Logged

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7. murder667 writes:

NOO!! hes the f***ing man! this sucks, pull through for us ronnie!

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 5:49 PM ET | IP Logged

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8. Elliott writes:

hope he gets through o.k.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 5:51 PM ET | IP Logged

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9. Lijemo writes:

At least they caught it early, that's always helpful. Stay strong, Ronnie! \m/

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 5:54 PM ET | IP Logged

10. RTB writes:

This is like a kick in the balls for me, im totally depressed, ronnie s such a cool guy he was and is one of the biggest figure heads in metal and i hope he finds a way to beat this, not to mention all the charity work hes done over the years as well........praying for him....get well ronnie

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 7:13 PM ET | IP Logged

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11. MetalFodder writes:

Get better Dio!!!

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 8:10 PM ET | IP Logged

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12. MetalBro4Life writes:

I don't know... cancer is claiming lots of lives lately!

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 8:12 PM ET | IP Logged

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13. b12 writes:

comeon dio

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 8:15 PM ET | IP Logged

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14. HeadbangerHippy writes:

Holy f*ck! This is awful! Damn it! How could this be true? Dio isn't man, he's a mystic being, he can't be going through this. Woah. This ruined my day, Best of wishes to you Dio! You shall prevail! I believe. Rocking out your stuff with Sabbath tonight for you. /,,/

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 8:26 PM ET | IP Logged

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15. 4EVER\M/ writes:

OMG NO, this is just so sad. Come on Dio I know you will return to the stage.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 8:58 PM ET | IP Logged

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16. Rubyred writes:

Heartfelt healing-wishes go out to Mr. Ronny James DIO may the treatments go well as he battles this cancer illment. I know his wife/Ms. Wendy Dio & Family and his band shall be watching the Icon Vocalist/Musician Ronny the Dragon like a hawk making sure he gets better. Thank goodness it was caught in time for a healthy speedy recovery.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 9:03 PM ET | IP Logged

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17. MetallicPunk writes:

I wish DIO the best,I'm pulling for him.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 9:12 PM ET | IP Logged

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18. darkA.T.M writes:

go Dio go! Prayin for the best!! \m/

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 9:16 PM ET | IP Logged

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19. ...thomas writes:

really hope dio pulls through, really sad news

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 9:16 PM ET | IP Logged

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20. Demise writes:

dude that sucks i hope he comes through

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 10:17 PM ET | IP Logged

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21. deathfreak writes:

That f***ing sucks.....hard.

# Nov 25, 2009 @ 11:31 PM ET | IP Logged

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22. brandedcfh420 writes:

NOT 1 POST HAS BEEN NEGATIVE. Its good to see everyone coming together and sending as much positive energy as they can to help one of the greatest metal frontmen of all time.

My next bowl i smoke will be for his fast recovery! GET WELL SOON DIO!!

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 12:36 AM ET | IP Logged

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23. Fuck_A_Name writes:

Of all random things that could take dio down...Stomach cancer? I woulda thought he would go out fighting a dragon or a chimaira or something epic using a sword made of rainbows and fire. This is like Steve Irwin getting shanked by that f***in retard fish.

Hope he pulls through...I want more epicness to listen to when I'm felling down. Dio heals all sorrows with his rediculous power metal.

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 4:03 AM ET | IP Logged

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24. WOLF7 writes:

Oh man... stomach cancer is a b****.
But, Dio is Dio. He'll beat it. Get well soon!!

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 4:10 AM ET | IP Logged

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25. Nikkay writes:

I read this in class today, I almost stopped the discussion to announce it...
f***
If anyone will pull through, it will be Dio!

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 4:38 AM ET | IP Logged

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26. tallica_fan writes:

man i am f***en shattered to hear this. legends like dio dont get stomach cancer ffs. i was just f***en listening to the holy diver album today. pull thorough dio the metal community is 110% behind you. horns up (you did invent it)

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 6:42 AM ET | IP Logged

27. MAX69 writes:

DIO WILL f***ING BEAT THIS . I,M USUALLY NIHILISTIC ABOUT THINGS LIKE THIS BUT f*** IT. DIO WILL LIVE. LISTEN TO 'WISHING WELL' AND YOU'LL KNOW WOT I MEAN!

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 9:14 AM ET | IP Logged

28. spiral_architect writes:

BEST WISHES TO RONNIE JAMES DIO, AND A HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO EVERYONE HERE.

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 9:28 AM ET | IP Logged

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29. Hammerheart writes:

Get well, Dio. My thoughts are with you.

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 11:04 AM ET | IP Logged

30. stylegurrl writes:

I was so sad to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with RJD and his family. I hope that he beats this and makes a full recovery.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 11:40 AM ET | IP Logged

31. HitmanLabelMan writes:

This is truly sad news. Dio, wishing you the best for a full recovery. This dude has been one of my rock heroes for 30 years.

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 12:51 PM ET | IP Logged

32. George Kurt Miller writes:

Vive con gloria y muere con honor
Aun queda mucho camino por recorrer asique recarga tu energia, mira dentro de ti y dentro de la madre tierra para encontrar alivio a tanto dolor.

Desde Santiago de Chile, Sudamérica

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 1:16 PM ET | IP Logged

33. George Kurt Miller writes:

Dio, read about alternative medicine, like energy, herb.... natural blood from the earth. One name, a plant called MATICO. And get the most powerful medicine, love and joy, do not stop smiling, because you made us smile a lot

Santiago de Chile
South america
Earth, Lady Gaia

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 1:23 PM ET | IP Logged

34. goatKid writes:

RJD, I feel fortunate to have seen you play several times in recent years; you brought light and hope into my life with your wonderful music; if only we can do the same for you in our small ways. Best wishes for a full recovery.

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 1:50 PM ET | IP Logged

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35. panteralover23 writes:

DAMN! Never thought this, of all things would happen to someone as awesome as Dio! Good luck bro, you'll make it through just fine, and you have the support of all METALHEADS alike! /m\

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 2:24 PM ET | IP Logged

36. Atomicrage writes:

You can't kill the metal! |_|

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 5:35 PM ET | IP Logged

37. thadeus writes:

best wishes metal brother.

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 5:58 PM ET | IP Logged

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38. psythe writes:

Dio has rocked for a long, long time. Now it's time for him to pass the torch? :(

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 6:15 PM ET | IP Logged

39. mis mejore deseos writes:

Desde venezuela un par de fans de Ronnie deseamos de todo corazon que salga con salud de todo esto y nos siga haciendo soñar con su esplendida voz y su gran carisma. fuerza amigo. . . ...Johnny metal y Eddy terror

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 9:11 PM ET | IP Logged

40. EDDY TERROR Y JOHNNY METAL writes:

DESDE VENEZUELA
Desde venezuela un par de fans de Ronnie deseamos de todo corazon que salga con salud de todo esto y nos siga haciendo soñar con su esplendida voz y su gran carisma. fuerza amigo. . . ...Johnny metal y Eddy terror

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 9:14 PM ET | IP Logged

41. EDDY TERROR Y JOHNNY METAL writes:

DESDE VENEZUELA NO NOS GUSTA EL COMENTARIO QUE HACE MANO DE GLOOM APESTA AQUI ESTAMOS CONSTERNADO POR LA NOTICIA. DEBEMOS DARLE FUERZA AL HOMBRE ,
MANO DE GLOOM ERES UN CERDO

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 9:19 PM ET | IP Logged

42. Old skool thrash writes:

I'm completely Sickened, Dio is one of my all time fave vocalist in metal. He is the very definition of Metal.

Get well soon Dio. We are all thinking of you

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 9:52 PM ET | IP Logged

43. Ozzie writes:

Dio means so much to so many people. We all feel we know him closely because thats the sort of person he is. He's the Grandfather of the Heavy Metal family and here you can see that everyone never wants to see anything bad happen to him.
Hang tough and fight with all you got Ronie and know everyone who knows you and your music is fighting with you with to the end.
You get your a$$ back on stage as soon as you can!
We love you Ronnie.

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 10:05 PM ET | IP Logged

44. Holly276465 writes:

Get well soon. Stomach cancer is hell.

http://www.facebook.com/#/group.php?gid=183681792930&ref=mf

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 10:33 PM ET | IP Logged

45. warlock writes:

Best wishes RJD!! I think he'll be alright!!

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 10:54 PM ET | IP Logged

46. WOAH writes:

heaven and hell was the very first heavy metal song i heard i hope dio gets well soon \m/

BLACK SABBATH - CHILDREN OF THE SEA \M/

# Nov 26, 2009 @ 11:47 PM ET | IP Logged

47. METAL213 writes:

Such a shame, one of the greatest singers of all time and not just in metal, in music period. Man on the Silver Mountain, Straight Through the Heart, The Last in Line, Rainbow in the Dark, Holy Diver, I could go on and on. Get well soon RJD. STAY METAL MY FRIENDS!
Now Playing: "Embracing Annihilation" by Shadows Fall

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 12:44 AM ET | IP Logged

48. Monk writes:

This is heartbreaking news. Dio is pretty much the reason I got into metal. Im praying for him.

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 2:08 AM ET | IP Logged

49. Bruce Ramsi writes:

Hope the cure is fast and successful. As his manager said, looking forward to see him back on stage and in studios.

Bruce
http://www.muzikablog.com

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 3:55 AM ET | IP Logged

50. KARAOKE BOB writes:

CANCER EAT IT UP AN SPIT IT OUT RONNIE. HEAL SOON ALL PRAYERS OFFERED UP FOR YOU.

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 9:29 AM ET | IP Logged

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51. Blindgreed1 writes:

Best wished to RJD for a speedy recovery.

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 9:40 AM ET | IP Logged

52. usuakari writes:

You can do this, Ronnie.
Early stages, hasn't metastasized, and the patient has a willpower like no other. I'm sure Dio will slay this and come back stronger than ever! His music has been a touchstone throughout my life, and I finally saw him live last year with H&H. We're not even THINKING of saying goodbye to that power and vitality, that musical genius and dedication.
"On the edge of the blade
But the knife can't cut the hero down."

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 10:30 AM ET | IP Logged

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53. RememberMetal? writes:

Damn...Glad they caught it early. Sharon Osbourne managed to overcome cancer--Dio will put it to shame.

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 3:20 PM ET | IP Logged

54. mattloverainbow writes:

Hey RJD...I'm pulling for you bro! Hang in there..

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 6:32 PM ET | IP Logged

55. Shawna writes:

I sure hope Ronnie James Dio wins this battle! My dad died at the age of 42 of stomach cancer. I don't want to see someone else that I care about go down ever again!

# Nov 27, 2009 @ 8:46 PM ET | IP Logged

56. pennywise writes:

I have so much repect for Ronnie n' to hear about this BS cancer sh**, I am choked n' bummed right out.

I still laugh when I think of what he said about Gene Simmons...f***ing killa!

I will never forget his contribution to the metal scene, especially making the horns as commonplace as having long hair.

GET WELL RONNIE! Roll a natural 20 and slay that mofo Stomach Dragon!

# Nov 28, 2009 @ 2:45 AM ET | IP Logged

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57. GeLaw writes:

stay strong man , we're looking forward your next show =]

# Nov 28, 2009 @ 8:24 AM ET | IP Logged

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58. wilco writes:

dammit get beter soon dio
you are the god of metal
but on the other hand my dad died of stomac cancer
with in a year
dio you are the holydiver get beter soon

# Nov 28, 2009 @ 12:28 PM ET | IP Logged

59. Dave Sky writes:

Stomach cancer can be stopped! Essiac is legit as a cancer treatment. Ronny needs someone who will check out the alternatives right away. I survived it! It took longer but I am cancer free using the alternatives to chemo.

Me heart goes out to him!

# Nov 28, 2009 @ 12:34 PM ET | IP Logged

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60. 6(sic)6 writes:

Cancer is a beast, but RJD is an even bigger beast. He'll defeat this.

My heart goes out to him. Get better man!

# Nov 28, 2009 @ 2:55 PM ET | IP Logged

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61. FaceTheSlayer writes:

Oh, why did you have to get the bigs K's Dio? We all faith that you'll pull through and keep rocking out past your 70's. You can do it buddy!

NP: Dio - Don't Talk To Strangers

# Nov 28, 2009 @ 5:26 PM ET | IP Logged

62. Scared!! writes:

This absolutely scares me !!! My prayers are with Ronnie and his family .. WE LOVE YOU MAN!!!

# Nov 28, 2009 @ 6:16 PM ET | IP Logged

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63. Necrovomit writes:

U CAN DO IT RONNIE!!! your my hero! f*** cancer! ur DIO! metal is healing music!

# Nov 28, 2009 @ 10:29 PM ET | IP Logged

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64. HarvesterOfSorrow18 writes:

Get better soon dude!

# Nov 29, 2009 @ 3:15 AM ET | IP Logged

65. Stonefaced writes:

Best of luck Ronnie
Be strong and fight it, Im sure we'll see you back on stage soon.

# Nov 29, 2009 @ 12:09 PM ET | IP Logged

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66. TheMidnightCowboy writes:

Dio doesn't deserve this. Pull through Dio!!!

# Nov 29, 2009 @ 12:33 PM ET | IP Logged

67. CSND writes:

Get better man, your are the greatest musician ever /,,/
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# Nov 29, 2009 @ 9:54 PM ET | IP Logged

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68. BLACKDOG writes:

WOW?!?
Definitley unexpected.

# Nov 29, 2009 @ 10:08 PM ET | IP Logged

69. Jack the Ripper writes:

never was much of a fan but I've seen him live twice (including my first concert ever) and have mad respect for the man. get better, horns up \m/

# Nov 30, 2009 @ 1:30 AM ET | IP Logged

70. dmasa writes:

well thats beat.

# Nov 30, 2009 @ 1:41 PM ET | IP Logged

71. D'laine writes:

My prayers are with you and your family RJD !!

# Nov 30, 2009 @ 4:16 PM ET | IP Logged

72. huh? writes:

F**k dude. Dio, u can have my stomach if urs fails u! :)

# Nov 30, 2009 @ 7:58 PM ET | IP Logged

73. CSND writes:

You are the king of rock n roll get better soon \m/_

# Nov 30, 2009 @ 10:26 PM ET | IP Logged

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74. Crushem writes:

Don't die motherf***er!!

# Dec 1, 2009 @ 1:23 AM ET | IP Logged

75. feedbacktackler writes:

As a young man, my band got to open for Dio in Austin, Tx.; it changed the way I thought about metal forever. He showed that rock and metal are full of hope and life, not just evil and hate. It takes both...Heaven AND Hell! Now, lets get those f**kin' horns up and pray for Dio!

# Dec 1, 2009 @ 9:51 AM ET | IP Logged

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76. makethemsuffer2348 writes:

dio is a f***in' legend hoppfully makes it through this.

# Dec 1, 2009 @ 11:38 AM ET | IP Logged

77. Mutated Faith writes:

I hope DIO gets better he is a champ

# Dec 1, 2009 @ 9:25 PM ET | IP Logged

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78. toxicclown writes:

slay the dragon soon ronny we will be waiting for u

# Dec 2, 2009 @ 1:42 PM ET | IP Logged

79. jimmy j. writes:

Cancer is such a f***ing b****. I hope and pray you beat it.

# Dec 2, 2009 @ 7:09 PM ET | IP Logged

80. Damaged writes:

Ill never forget ripping the plastic wrapper off of my holy Diver Record That was around 1983.. Im 39 now and that record still moves me today.. Your a true hero Ronnie and we all wish you well !!! Get better soon my man !!!

# Dec 3, 2009 @ 6:50 PM ET | IP Logged

81. Marzion writes:

They say 1 in 5 do not make it past 5 years BUT Dio is 1 in 100 Million. he'll beat it. Also they caught it early which is paramount.

Get well soon DIo. We want MORE Heaven & HELL

# Dec 5, 2009 @ 10:35 AM ET | IP Logged

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82. Dimeoflage writes:

This is only a set back for old Dio.
hes a idol and a hero too many alike.
Defiantly helped shape metal into what it is today.i member growing up listening too dio and sabbath.im 18 now and i take his influence into the music i make today.

\m/ long live metal.long live James Dio.

Best wishes for him and his family.

# Dec 5, 2009 @ 7:16 PM ET | IP Logged

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83. subl33t writes:

\m/ beat this thing RJD! \m/

# Dec 7, 2009 @ 9:24 PM ET | IP Logged

84. DonnyDoom writes:

I wouldn't wish cancer on my enemy. Dio is too metal not to pull through.

# Dec 11, 2009 @ 6:08 PM ET | IP Logged

85. Enchanted writes:

\m/

I raise the sign for you, Ronnie! Get well!

# Dec 13, 2009 @ 5:06 PM ET | IP Logged

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86. Anela-666 writes:

mejorate Dio!!!!! se k podras!!!!!

# Dec 14, 2009 @ 12:19 AM ET | IP Logged

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87. Valentine_no_more writes:

Damn
Sorry Ronnie

# Dec 14, 2009 @ 5:46 PM ET | IP Logged

88. slaytan writes:

this news truly!!!!!!!sickens me :{ dio is the most awsome frontman in metal history. nothing has hit me as hard as this news has in god knows how many years. ronnie rules forever nomatter what and will always have my support .....

# Dec 19, 2009 @ 12:19 AM ET | IP Logged

89. slaytan writes:

oh ya i forgot !!!!!your not young enough to die yet:}]]]

# Dec 19, 2009 @ 12:22 AM ET | IP Logged

90. conrad writes:

OH MY f***IN GOD!! THIS cANNOT BE TRUE!!! Prayers are out to you dio!! You'e always been the rainbow in the dark n am sure you can win this fight!!!

# Dec 20, 2009 @ 12:40 AM ET | IP Logged

91. ED Rizzo writes:

Ronald Padavano. I've been listening to you since the begining and will listen to you til the end. God Be with you and Wendy, We are with you in Cortland and we know you will pull through, my Friend

# Dec 22, 2009 @ 8:03 AM ET | IP Logged

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