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Amiga computer related discussion => Amiga community support ideas => Topic started by: save2600 on June 28, 2010, 03:27:51 PM
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Moderators, please excuse the post in this particular forum. Figured ‘Amiga Community Support’ would be just as good a place as any to post this, taking the forum’s name in the literal sense. Also wanted this to show publicly in the status updates for maximum visibility. If you feel visibility would be just as good, in another more appropriate forum - by all means, please move it then.
Marc Frick’s (user marcfrick2112) father William passed away yesterday, late afternoon. I thought it would be nice to put together somewhat of an online eulogy for him and felt, under the circumstances, we could start a fund of sorts to help him with some of these untimely costs. Details toward the end of this note.
I met Marc sometime back here at Amiga.org and developed an instant rapport. We exchanged e-mails, phone numbers and before too long, started trading Amiga goodies. Living in the same state and “only” an hour-and-a-half away, Marc extended an inviation to come check out his collections - which my girlfriend and I decided to take him up on one afternoon. It was the first and only time we met his father, but that first impression is one that will last forever in our minds. Having been a curator at a local museum for many years, Bill was an interesting man to say the least. We were quickly taken by his honed art of conversation and wealth of knowledge. A polite and charming man with a seemingly endless amount of historical banter to speak about. Despite his health problems, Marc’s father appeared full of life during our visit, even though we knew better, but it did come as a bit of a surprise; that his health took such a serious turn so quickly.
Knowing a little about Marc’s background, modest employment status and living situation, I felt it appropriate to set up a fund where people may want to help out if they can. Economically the times are tough for most all of us, but not as tough potentially as they’re going to be for Marc, who is a sole survivor. No other immediate family to help out during this most awkward time.
I’ve taken the liberty of creating a special PayPal account on Marc’s behalf with a gift already deposited. If you want to just "sign" this virtual sympathy card, that's fine too of course. No pressure here at all to make a donation, but any amount would be appreciated if you are able. PayPal address is: marcandre@earthlink.net.
Thanks for reading :)
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Condolences etc.
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Dont know the guy but feel sad for his loss. Never an easy time for anyone.
Best wishes for the mate
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As my Father is also my best friend, I feel your pain and you have my deepest sympathy...
I am greatly sorry for your loss...
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Condolences :(
Economically the times are tough for most all of us...
I agree! :o
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Gods speed. Always a hard time for any of us. Remember the good times for sure. tj
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My deepest condolences for him.
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Just for the record, times are definitely tough for everyone right now, but I will also bet that most of us can spare a few dollars to help out someone who is truly in need... I ask that anyone that can spare a few bucks please do so... (And I apologize if my pushing the issue offends anyone. Absolutely NO ONE is obligated to do anything, but I am just asking my fellow Amigans to give it some thought is all.) Thanks
PayPal address for donations is: marcandre@earthlink.net
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Sincerest condolences for him and his family.
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My condolences for him and his family
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My condolences to Marc...
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Sorry to hear.
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rip
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To everyone, Many, Many, thanks for the kind words... thanks to those who have donated. I was not even aware that Save2600 had done this....
Having this posted on this forum is apropos, since my dad was also an Amiga fan (fanatic?) He owned 2 A1200's, one stock.... and one with an '030 / 10MB RAM (in my sig. , 'cause we owned everything together) Funny, my dad would complain about paying $3.00 for a loaf of bread, yet had no complaints about paying $600 for a used A4000, or $1000 for an A4000T... (still not working, :( ) He used to restore old photos, make tape/CD/DVD labels and covers with his....
When I was younger, he used to complain about me spending so much time on that 'damn computer' So, I fixed him up good... I bought him an A600, and '030/32MB. Then, I could tell him to get off his damn computer ... :)
A few years ago, when my dad's eyesight was failing, he wanted to help by labeling a few floppies I left by his Amiga's. He found a disk containing 'SnoopDOS', but cause of his eyesight labeled it, 'Snooples'
Again, thanks for the kind wishes.... As Save2600 said to me, A.org is more that 'just' a forum, it's a group of friends.
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Sincere condolences.
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My condolences. I pray god helps you find a way to help ease your pain.
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It's not easy to find words in this circumstances. Never.
I can only tell you, reading your post, I feel a mix inside: a part of sadness, that load the eyes, and a part of tenderness, reading the 'Snooples' story, that make me smile.
Thanks to have donate us that moment and condolences.