dropdeded 0 #1 September 15, 2003 A good man, and a very close friend. Ken Torre, aka FNG, will exit this earth tomorrow. He has been in a coma for the past week and everything is shutting down. The decision has pretty much been made to shut off the machines in the morning and let him go. I know nobody here knows him but if you do the prayer thing, add one for Charlotte, kens wife, she's not taking this well. Thanks dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #2 September 15, 2003 Ed, Absolutely, you and they have my prayers right now. I had to do the exact same thing with my uncle just last year. It was excrutiatingly painful, but I knew in my heart it was the right thing to do. He died very peacefully which gave me extreme comfort, even though I miss him to this day. Hang in there. PM me if you want to talk. God bless, Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #3 September 15, 2003 One other thing, if he is a baptized Catholic, please call a priest to anoint him with the last rights. It is the belief of the Catholic Faith that this Sacrament erases all his sins, whether they have been confessed or not. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #4 September 15, 2003 You all have my thoughts blues ones dude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,552 #5 September 15, 2003 What does FNG stand for? I hope Charlotte can find some closure in being with him when he goes. It's an amazing thing if it's time. Really amazing. I'll keep her in my prayers. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #6 September 15, 2003 What does FNG stand for? __________________________________________________ FNG:Fuckin New Guy Ya know, I have had this feeling that he's been gone for days. Its been more of a time for his wife to meet a lot of his friends, and recieve a LOT of comfort and support from people she didnt even know. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #7 September 15, 2003 Charlotte is in my prayers, as are you, Ed. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whocares 0 #8 September 15, 2003 That sucks big-time. I lost my best friend last January he was 37( Go big OD-miss you my friend). Was just married 4 months earlier. We had to take him off of life support too. Out of his death was many gifts. Read below. My prayers are with you and your friends family.... This is from the gift of hope website.. This morning, a very good friend of mine was pronounced brain dead after a snow mobile accident two days earlier. He was only 37 years old. He just got married four months ago, and now his newlywed bride is a widow. It was a devastating blow to all of his friends and family. Kevin was the nicest guy any one would ever want to meet. There was not a soul on this earth who could ever say a single bad word about him. The pain we all feel right now is overwhelming. However, all day long my husband and I kept talking about all of the families out there today who are getting a call telling them to go to the hospital because their prayers were answered... they finally have the organ that they were waiting and praying for and now their loved one will live. As painful as Kevin's death is, it is so comforting to know that even at his worst, he is doing his best. So many lives were saved today because of Kevin's love, and his love for others has helped ease our pain. It is through his death that he gave life. We love you Kevin, and you will be greatly missed. God bless you and all of the lives you have touched... especially those of the lucky recipients of your greatest gift. You may not have had any children of your own, but you have still given life. WE LOVE YOU KEVIN! From Shannon Ryan http://www.robi.org/dfr/personalstories.asp# Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QuickDraw 0 #9 September 15, 2003 Vibes for your friend(s) mate. At least you have had the chance to say your good-byes, i don't believe in god, but hope is something we all do... so i'll do just that. -- Hope you don't die. -- I'm fucking winning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #10 September 16, 2003 This is a portion of an e mail from last night ------------------------------------------------------------ While his heart still beats, he has no meaningful brain activity. One more brain scan will be made on Wednesday, and barring a totally unforeseen transformation, the remaining life support will be removed at that time. ------------------------------------------------------------ I kinda get the feeling he is allready gone, but in a deep, restful nothingness. Wherever he is going I get the feeling he's not there yet. Just kinda curious what you peoples think about the state he is in right now. Where's Ken today ? *edit* not looking for a religious debate, just interested in thoughts... Just curious dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #11 September 17, 2003 I'm bumping this because I heard from our friend dropdeded that the final decision on his friend Ken will be made in the morning. Please send vibes and prayers to Ken (dropdeded's friend) his wife Charlotte, Ed..aka..dropdeded and all Ken's loved ones at this most excrutiating time. Ed, we're pulling for ya. Hang in there. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #12 September 17, 2003 You know you have my vibes coming at ya. Making the decision to take someone off life support isn't easy.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #13 September 17, 2003 Hey, thanks for the PMs guys, this is a whole new deal for me and I KNEW there were people here that have dealt with this unique situation and would have some benificial things to share. And Chris, dude, I appreciate being able to vent last night, thanks again. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #14 September 18, 2003 Well, its a done deal Ken didnt last more than 3 hours without life support. Appreciate all the prayers and vibes Thanks dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Push 0 #15 September 18, 2003 Wow. Vibes to you and to his family. This is not a bad way to go. -- Toggle Whippin' Yahoo Skydiving is easy. All you have to do is relax while plummetting at 120 mph from 10,000' with nothing but some nylon and webbing to save you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #16 September 18, 2003 Ed, I'm really sorry for your loss. I know your sorrow. Hang in there and I will be saying some prayers. My best to his family also. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #17 September 18, 2003 Ahh hell dude, I feel better tonight than I have for days. Its a huge relief. I dont mean to sound at all cold, but Im SO glad they finally let him go. Thanks again for lettin me dump a load of shit in your direction last night. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #18 September 18, 2003 I understand the relief. It doesn't mean you're not sad, it's just a release of emotions. Glad I could be there for you. You don't have to thank me. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,552 #19 September 18, 2003 Chris, you're a good guy. Ed, I'm sorry your friend is gone, but you're right, it's time to move on. For him, that is, and letting his body go lets his family move on eventually. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
