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N3DRB The Derb
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Guys, theyfounda newegg sized tumor my head yesterday they arenowgrowingbackfaster than operationscouldeverremove
Ihavebeentoldtoget my affairs in order andthey havecalledhospicein for
Thank allofyoufor the goodtimes and fun
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« Reply #1 on: February 22, 2011, 10:23:25 AM » |
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DAMN!
Well I hope band conditions are better on the other side and slopbucketeers are sent "elsewhere".
Im not a religious person so please accept my condolences to you and your family.
Carl
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« Reply #2 on: February 22, 2011, 10:32:15 AM » |
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OK Tim,
This is not an easy subject to deal with on a forum. But you know there are many who will read this and remember the beginning of excitement to an old Amateur radio mode and how you are a big part of it. I remember the attic shack of Steve (former HUZMAN) and hauling your ball buster transformers up those narrow steps as we re-assembled a very nice Rack style Ole buzzard transmitter you built.
Well old friend I have some of your contact numbers and will try to call on a landline.
There will be many other replies to your sad news, Tim
Fred
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« Reply #3 on: February 22, 2011, 10:59:11 AM » |
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Aw man, yer one of my favorite gangstas on the air. This makes me sad indeed.
Let me know if there's anything we can do for ya man...
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« Reply #4 on: February 22, 2011, 11:09:54 AM » |
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I was wondering if we would hear this news soon. Indeed, it makes me sad. MOP brought up some good memories and there were many more, both on the air and in person. I hope the doctors are wrong.  |
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« Reply #5 on: February 22, 2011, 11:36:55 AM » |
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Yup, this news hit me like a punch directly in the ol' heart.
Your courage has been an inspiration thru this ordeal, Tim.
I am and always will be proud to say I know the Derb.
Ain't no finer in this world!
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« Reply #6 on: February 22, 2011, 11:39:10 AM » |
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Derb,
Sad news indeed. This is a tough break - a bad poker hand being dealt.
I remember the fun times visiting your 1930's-style shack and having you up here for a visit. We had lots of laughs on the air and you set the standard as the BJB. You will always be fondly remembered, OM.
Miracles do happen and let's hope for a recovery. We never know.
T
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« Reply #7 on: February 22, 2011, 11:40:44 AM » |
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Hang in there Derb. Sorry to hear the news
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« Reply #8 on: February 22, 2011, 12:06:48 PM » |
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Sorry to hear that Derb. We, too hope the docs are wrong.
- JTD and Maggie
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« Reply #9 on: February 22, 2011, 12:24:09 PM » |
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« Reply #10 on: February 22, 2011, 12:26:28 PM » |
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Damn Tim what a punch. I am very sad.
But don't you leave us thinking you haven't made your mark because you have.
Peace brother.
zrf and Pam
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« Reply #11 on: February 22, 2011, 12:45:35 PM » |
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Damn Tim, I am very sad to read this. As others have said, you are an inspiration to us all. Your courage through all this has been amazing. I don't know if I could have held up as well as you have during this ordeal.
As this story has unfolded, I have related what I know to my wife. It brings tears to my eyes every time.
God Bless Derb
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« Reply #12 on: February 22, 2011, 12:47:50 PM » |
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Derb, you are in our prayers.
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« Reply #13 on: February 22, 2011, 01:01:42 PM » |
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Derb
This is very upsetting.
Can we do anything for you?
I enjoy your presence here and on the air.
The best!
73,
Dan
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« Reply #14 on: February 22, 2011, 01:10:46 PM » |
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crap.
I wish you and Glow the best. God bless both of you.
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« Reply #15 on: February 22, 2011, 01:38:39 PM » |
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Devastating news for all of us. But miracles do occur. If worse comes to worst, take heart in what Mark Twain once said, "I was dead for billions of years before I was born and it didn't inconvenience me in the least." Man, what a depressing day. I had just got up and the first thing I heard on the news was about the earthquake that destroyed Christchurch, NZ, just when the phone rang. It was my daughter; she told me she had fallen and re-injured her knee, the one that was severely damaged about 5 years ago in the hit-and-run accident. She has no medical insurance because she hasn't been able to find a real job since she graduated university and she is too old to stay on her mother's plan. Then I come on line, and see this... And it's not even noon yet. |
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« Reply #16 on: February 22, 2011, 01:54:42 PM » |
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Derb,
I am very sad about this news. I very much enjoy your presence here.
Here's hoping they are wrong.
73
Rich
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« Reply #17 on: February 22, 2011, 02:10:55 PM » |
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Derb, I just barely know you. But you have inspired so many wonderful friends that you should consider yourself a wealthy man!
Bill
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« Reply #18 on: February 22, 2011, 02:28:24 PM » |
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We go back pretty far, my friend.
And you'll be with me as long as I'm around.
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« Reply #19 on: February 22, 2011, 03:23:12 PM » |
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Be positive and know that miracles do occur. You're in all of our thoughts!
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« Reply #20 on: February 22, 2011, 04:12:03 PM » |
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Wow, Derb, it's hard to come up with a response to such unfortunate news. I don't know how I would react under similar circumstances. I just hope that you will be comfortable for the duration and hope for a miracle.
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« Reply #21 on: February 22, 2011, 04:45:17 PM » |
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Derb, I only know you from the posts on this board, having never worked you on the air, but my prayers are with you and Glo. God is still in the miracle business and who are we to question his plans for us. Keep the faith and you just never know what tomorrow may bring. Let's pray for a miracle....God bless, brother...
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« Reply #22 on: February 22, 2011, 04:59:23 PM » |
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Tim, don't sever that mic cord yet. As long as your filaments are lit, you still have a fighting chance. You will be in my prayers as well as a long list of others on here.
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« Reply #23 on: February 22, 2011, 05:08:52 PM » |
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Derb, I never met you but I can tell that you are wealthy in friends. May God bless you.
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« Reply #24 on: February 22, 2011, 05:13:36 PM » |
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I'm very sorry Derb.
You've been an inspiration to me and I'm sure many others.
I wish you and 'Glo' the very best.
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