Obituaries for 2021

[jmyrlefuller]

Either my memory is getting worse the older I get, or the Mandela Effect is real. I thought he had died years ago.   

Either way, sad news.

You may be remembering his retirement, which was back in 2012.

[PeteS in CA]

Florida Democratic Rep. Alcee Hastings Dies at 84

https://www.nationalreview.com/news/florida-democratic-rep-alcee-hastings-dies-at-84/

Representative Alcee Hastings (D., Fla.) died on Tuesday at the age of 84, three years after being diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer, according to the Orlando Sentinel.

Hastings was a 15-term congressman, civil rights lawyer and Florida’s first black federal judge,  though he was ultimately impeached after ten years of service over allegations of bribery and perjury.

I'll just say I won't be mourning him and leave it at that point.

[sneakypete]

Florida Democratic Rep. Alcee Hastings Dies at 84

https://www.nationalreview.com/news/florida-democratic-rep-alcee-hastings-dies-at-84/

I'll just say I won't be mourning him and leave it at that point.

@PeteS in CA

One fewer traitor,liar,and thief in Congress,but I have no doubt whatsoever that he will be replaced by a younger version of himself. No way in HELL is anybody honest and patriotic going to ever get that seat.

[Bigun]

Representative Alcee Hastings (D., Fla.) died on Tuesday at the age of 84, three years after being diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer, according to the Orlando Sentinel.

Hastings was a 15-term congressman, civil rights lawyer and Florida’s first black federal judge,  though he was ultimately impeached after ten years of service over allegations of bribery and perjury.

Allegations???  I don't think you get impeached, convicted in the Senate, and removed from office for mere allegations.

[txradioguy]

Allegations???  I don't think you get impeached, convicted in the Senate, and removed from office for mere allegations.

Exactly!

[Fishrrman]

Was the late Mr. Hastings a sitting Representative, or had he already retired?

This could leave a DCP (democrat-communist party) seat vacant for the time being, cutting the very narrow majority the DCP's have by one more...

[Smokin Joe]

Was the late Mr. Hastings a sitting Representative, or had he already retired?

This could leave a DCP (democrat-communist party) seat vacant for the time being, cutting the very narrow majority the DCP's have by one more...

Nah. That crook was already out.

[jmyrlefuller]

R.G. "Brother" Stair
Disgraced cult leader and radio evangelist dies at 87

Ralph Gordon Stair was best known for his radio program, The Overcomer Ministry, which he broadcast from his home and was heard on numerous radio stations, both shortwave and traditional AM. His ministry was noted for its many failed end-times prophecies. He had established a commune in 1978, which housed about 70 people and was still active at the time of Stair's death.

In 2002, Stair was convicted of sexual assault on two young women, for which he was released on time served. He again faced more extensive charges of abuse against eight more women and girls in 2018. He had been on house arrest awaiting trial for those charges at the time of his death from old age-related heart failure.

Obituary from the Post and Courier

Wikipedia

[Gefn]

There is a thread here for Prince Philip.

https://www.gopbriefingroom.com/index.php/topic,433738.msg2409776/topicseen.html#msg2409776

[Gefn]

Rapper DMX Dies at 50

DMX, one of the most popular and successful rappers to emerge in the 1990s, died on Friday. He was 50.

“We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at 50-years-old at White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days,” his family said in a statement. “Earl was a warrior who fought till the very end. He loved his family with all of his heart and we cherish the times we spent with him. Earl’s music inspired countless fans across the world and his iconic legacy will live on forever. We appreciate all of the love and support during this incredibly difficult time. Please respect our privacy as we grieve the loss of our brother, father, uncle and the man the world knew as DMX. We will share information about his memorial service once details are finalized.”

DMX was hospitalized last Friday night after suffering a heart attack. His manager, Steve Rifkind, said on Wednesday that he remained on life support and in a coma, and was scheduled to undergo brain function tests. Initial reports said DMX suffered the heart attack after an overdose, but his reps have not confirmed that information.

https://variety.com/2021/music/news/dmx-dead-dies-1234948026/

[sneakypete]

Rapper DMX Dies at 50

Initial reports said DMX suffered the heart attack after an overdose, but his reps have not confirmed that information.

@Gefn

A rapper taking drugs?

Get real,man!

[mountaineer]

DMX suffered the heart attack after an overdose

It would be helpful to say what he took. Maybe one or two of his fans would learn something from it.

[GtHawk]

Rapper DMX Dies at 50


https://variety.com/2021/music/news/dmx-dead-dies-1234948026/

For whatever family he may have....my condolences, but that boy(damn does that make me racis?) was a cock up from years back! Hopped up on drugs or loaded on alcohol he just kept pushing past the limits of brain and abilities, crashing super cars, getting busted and making an ass of himself. Probably dead because of White racism.

[sneakypete]

For whatever family he may have....my condolences, but that boy(damn does that make me racis?) was a cock up from years back! Hopped up on drugs or loaded on alcohol he just kept pushing past the limits of brain and abilities, crashing super cars, getting busted and making an ass of himself. Probably dead because of White racism.

@GtHawk

Since anything and everything bad that ever happens to someone that is black is the "white debbils falts",that's a pretty safe bet to make.

[jmyrlefuller]

Rappers and grunge singers have a notorious habit of expiring before their time.

The lesson? Don't be an insufferable victim and you'll have a much better chance of living a long and happy life.

[sneakypete]

Rappers and grunge singers have a notorious habit of expiring before their time.

The lesson? Don't be an insufferable victim and you'll have a much better chance of living a long and happy life.

@jmyrlefuller

What are "Grunge Singers"? Seems like I vaguely remember hearing the term,but can't think of what it means for the life of me.

[jmyrlefuller]

@jmyrlefuller

What are "Grunge Singers"? Seems like I vaguely remember hearing the term,but can't think of what it means for the life of me.

Grunge: it was a style of "music" (I use the term loosely) that was popular in the early 90s. Starting with Kurt Cobain (Nirvana), a lot of the lead singers of these grunge bands ended up dead of drug overdoses: Paul Weiland (Stone Temple Pilots), Chris Cornell (Soundgarden), Chester Bennington (Linkin Park).

[sneakypete]

Grunge: it was a style of "music" (I use the term loosely) that was popular in the early 90s. Starting with Kurt Cobain (Nirvana), a lot of the lead singers of these grunge bands ended up dead of drug overdoses: Paul Weiland (Stone Temple Pilots), Chris Cornell (Soundgarden), Chester Bennington (Linkin Park).

@jmyrlefuller

Ok,thanks!

That explains why I never heard of it. If it ain't related to da blues in one way or another,I don't listen to it.

[DCPatriot]

RIP, @truth_seeker

Steve Anderson


https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=4231624216958064&set=a.375266212593903
 

[bigheadfred]

Dang.

RIP

[mystery-ak]

FB link..that page seems to be down...

RIP truthy..you will be missed.

[DCPatriot]

From Steve's sister...

Hello,

Steve had a condition called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus where the cerebral spinal fluid doesn’t drain properly from the brain. He had a shunt inserted in his brain 3 years ago to drain the fluid and when this was done he experienced a brain bleed. Apparently the brain bleed turned into scar tissue. He began recently to have small seizures at first and then larger seizures. They were nonstop and the doctors could not control them with medication. They put him in a medically induced coma in an effort to reboot his brain but it did not work and he never came out of the coma. He passed away last evening.

[mystery-ak]

 

[skeeter]

Rest In Peace, friend.

[Lando Lincoln]

@truth_seeker

Rest In Peace, friend.  One of the originals.

[sneakypete]

Count me as someone else sorry to hear this sad news.

[Bigun]

Sad news!  May he rest in peace!

[mystery-ak]

From Steve's sister...

Hello,

Steve had a condition called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus where the cerebral spinal fluid doesn’t drain properly from the brain. He had a shunt inserted in his brain 3 years ago to drain the fluid and when this was done he experienced a brain bleed. Apparently the brain bleed turned into scar tissue. He began recently to have small seizures at first and then larger seizures. They were nonstop and the doctors could not control them with medication. They put him in a medically induced coma in an effort to reboot his brain but it did not work and he never came out of the coma. He passed away last evening.

@DCPatriot I hope you sent Steve's sister and family TBR's sincere condolences.

[libertybele]

From Steve's sister...

Hello,

Steve had a condition called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus where the cerebral spinal fluid doesn’t drain properly from the brain. He had a shunt inserted in his brain 3 years ago to drain the fluid and when this was done he experienced a brain bleed. Apparently the brain bleed turned into scar tissue. He began recently to have small seizures at first and then larger seizures. They were nonstop and the doctors could not control them with medication. They put him in a medically induced coma in an effort to reboot his brain but it did not work and he never came out of the coma. He passed away last evening.

Prayers up for his family. He will indeed be missed.

[mountaineer]

Such sad news. He was a longtime member of TBR and great contributor.

[jmyrlefuller]

Last posted February 27, last logged in March 27. I was wondering why he disappeared.

He and I didn't always get along but I held no ill will against him. May he RIP

[Cyber Liberty]

@truth_seeker was one of the great ones.  He truly loved TBR.  I have missed him greatly, and it saddens me to discover this is why he's been MIA for so long.

[Gefn]

I remember him, he always had kind words to everyone. Rest In Peace, Sir.

[deb]

Sad to hear of his passing. RIP

[Hopalong Ginsberg]

From Steve's sister...

Hello,

Steve had a condition called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus where the cerebral spinal fluid doesn’t drain properly from the brain. He had a shunt inserted in his brain 3 years ago to drain the fluid and when this was done he experienced a brain bleed. Apparently the brain bleed turned into scar tissue. He began recently to have small seizures at first and then larger seizures. They were nonstop and the doctors could not control them with medication. They put him in a medically induced coma in an effort to reboot his brain but it did not work and he never came out of the coma. He passed away last evening.

I’m very sorry. May his memory be a blessing.

[GtHawk]

May God hold you close in Heaven @truth_seeker RIP.

[DCPatriot]

Still numb and stunned about Steve's passing.

Seemed like only a couple of years ago, he doing well listing and selling Huntington Beach, CA..

Trying to remember if he ever told us about his getting a shunt 3 years ago.  Vaguely recall it.

Honored to have called him my friend for almost twenty years on the forums.

[Right_in_Virginia]

Still numb and stunned about Steve's passing.

Seemed like only a couple of years ago, he doing well listing and selling Huntington Beach, CA..

Trying to remember if he ever told us about his getting a shunt 3 years ago.  Vaguely recall it.

Honored to have called him my friend for almost twenty years on the forums.

It's like a gut punch @DCPatriot   I don't recall the shunt, either.

Rest in peace, Steve.  We'll keep your family in our prayers for their comfort and peace.  We'll miss you. 

[SZonian]

From Steve's sister...

Hello,

Steve had a condition called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus where the cerebral spinal fluid doesn’t drain properly from the brain. He had a shunt inserted in his brain 3 years ago to drain the fluid and when this was done he experienced a brain bleed. Apparently the brain bleed turned into scar tissue. He began recently to have small seizures at first and then larger seizures. They were nonstop and the doctors could not control them with medication. They put him in a medically induced coma in an effort to reboot his brain but it did not work and he never came out of the coma. He passed away last evening.

Just damn.  TS was a real smarty, a true loss to the community. 
Sympathies and condolences to his family, loved ones and friends.

[verga]

RIP Seeker

[Polly Ticks]

From Steve's sister...

Hello,

Steve had a condition called Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus where the cerebral spinal fluid doesn’t drain properly from the brain. He had a shunt inserted in his brain 3 years ago to drain the fluid and when this was done he experienced a brain bleed. Apparently the brain bleed turned into scar tissue. He began recently to have small seizures at first and then larger seizures. They were nonstop and the doctors could not control them with medication. They put him in a medically induced coma in an effort to reboot his brain but it did not work and he never came out of the coma. He passed away last evening.

Prayers up for his family. 

[Bigun]

Still numb and stunned about Steve's passing.

Seemed like only a couple of years ago, he doing well listing and selling Huntington Beach, CA..

Trying to remember if he ever told us about his getting a shunt 3 years ago.  Vaguely recall it.

Honored to have called him my friend for almost twenty years on the forums.

I recall his having some sort of brain surgery at about the same time I did and he seemed to be having difficulty recovering from it.  Not sure exactly what they did in his case. Perhaps that is what you are talking about.  The time frame is correct.

He and I were mildly acquainted long before the internet came along.

@DCPatriot

[Smokin Joe]

R.I.P. @truth_seeker Prayers up for the family.

[Fishrrman]

RIP truth seeker. Always read your posts.

The Briefing Room could use an "in memoriam" thread/area someplace, documenting former members. With a pic, who they were in real life, perhaps a link to an obituary notice...

[Gefn]

RIP truth seeker. Always read your posts.

The Briefing Room could use an "in memoriam" thread/area someplace, documenting former members. With a pic, who they were in real life, perhaps a link to an obituary notice...

I really like this idea, @Fishrrman

[verga]

RIP truth seeker. Always read your posts.

The Briefing Room could use an "in memoriam" thread/area someplace, documenting former members. With a pic, who they were in real life, perhaps a link to an obituary notice...

[PeteS in CA]

RIP truth seeker. Always read your posts.

The Briefing Room could use an "in memoriam" thread/area someplace, documenting former members. With a pic, who they were in real life, perhaps a link to an obituary notice...

Sadly, there are enough angry cruel Progs "out there" who would enjoy adding to family members' grief by doxxing them and siccing similarly cruel people on family members. So, IMO, posting IRL names, cities, pix, and similar info that could be used to dox the deceased is not a good idea presently.

[Lando Lincoln]

Sadly, there are enough angry cruel Progs "out there" who would enjoy adding to family members' grief by doxxing them and siccing similarly cruel people on family members. So, IMO, posting IRL names, cities, pix, and similar info that could be used to dox the deceased is not a good idea presently.

Yeah, when Lando expires I don't want any civilian info posted.

[sneakypete]

Sadly, there are enough angry cruel Progs "out there" who would enjoy adding to family members' grief by doxxing them and siccing similarly cruel people on family members. So, IMO, posting IRL names, cities, pix, and similar info that could be used to dox the deceased is not a good idea presently.

@PeteS in CA

The simple solution to that problem is to state in public in the thread header that it is a thread to honor those no longer here,and any negative posts will be immediately deleted,and depending on how serious the offense,so will the poster.

Anybody so stupid they can't understand the reasoning behind that is too stupid to be allowed to post here,anyhow.

Just a simple "Blip!",and your post is gone with no explanation given,no debate,and no excuses accepted.

Gone.

[Cyber Liberty]

@PeteS in CA

The simple solution to that problem is to state in public in the thread header that it is a thread to honor those no longer here,and any negative posts will be immediately deleted,and depending on how serious the offense,so will the poster.

Anybody so stupid they can't understand the reasoning behind that is too stupid to be allowed to post here,anyhow.

Just a simple "Blip!",and your post is gone with no explanation given,no debate,and no excuses accepted.

Gone.

Anybody can post an "In Memorium" thread, but we'll apply the same rules about doxxing personal info that we do in the rest of the Forum.

That is all.  Please leave this thread for Obits, as a sign of respect to @jmyrlefuller.