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Artie

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    • December 10, 2015 at 4:35 pm
    Becky
    Participant

    I see on FB that Artie lost his battle. This makes me so sad. I rarely post but have been reading along for 6 years…everytime there is a loss it breaks my heart. There are a few over the years ( Himynameiskevin, Dian, Jerry) that break my heart even more. Artie is one of those. He has been in so much pain, but never complained. Always here to give advice.

     

    keep fighting everyone

    Becky

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      • December 10, 2015 at 5:42 pm
      mkirkland
      Participant

      This absolutely breaks my heart. He was such a fighter!! I have only been on this forum for a few months but his name always stood out b/c he was always helping and sharing his knowledge. Today he is no longer in pain, today he is healed. God bless you Artie. Many prayers for his family in the difficult time.

      • December 10, 2015 at 5:42 pm
      mkirkland
      Participant

      This absolutely breaks my heart. He was such a fighter!! I have only been on this forum for a few months but his name always stood out b/c he was always helping and sharing his knowledge. Today he is no longer in pain, today he is healed. God bless you Artie. Many prayers for his family in the difficult time.

      • December 10, 2015 at 5:42 pm
      mkirkland
      Participant

      This absolutely breaks my heart. He was such a fighter!! I have only been on this forum for a few months but his name always stood out b/c he was always helping and sharing his knowledge. Today he is no longer in pain, today he is healed. God bless you Artie. Many prayers for his family in the difficult time.

      • December 10, 2015 at 5:45 pm
      casagrayson
      Participant

      There are no words.  broken heart

      • December 10, 2015 at 5:45 pm
      casagrayson
      Participant

      There are no words.  broken heart

      • December 10, 2015 at 5:45 pm
      casagrayson
      Participant

      There are no words.  broken heart

        • December 10, 2015 at 7:01 pm
        Mat
        Participant

        Agreed–no words.  May his memory be a blessing to the many he touched.

        • December 10, 2015 at 7:01 pm
        Mat
        Participant

        Agreed–no words.  May his memory be a blessing to the many he touched.

        • December 10, 2015 at 7:01 pm
        Mat
        Participant

        Agreed–no words.  May his memory be a blessing to the many he touched.

        • December 11, 2015 at 6:13 am
        Momofjake
        Participant

        I just got on. 5 days ago he wrote on my question about Jake. No words. But I can't breathe. Like my chest gets tight. Got bad scan results today. I do hate this cancer. I do love Artie. 

        • December 11, 2015 at 6:13 am
        Momofjake
        Participant

        I just got on. 5 days ago he wrote on my question about Jake. No words. But I can't breathe. Like my chest gets tight. Got bad scan results today. I do hate this cancer. I do love Artie. 

        • December 11, 2015 at 6:13 am
        Momofjake
        Participant

        I just got on. 5 days ago he wrote on my question about Jake. No words. But I can't breathe. Like my chest gets tight. Got bad scan results today. I do hate this cancer. I do love Artie. 

      • December 10, 2015 at 7:20 pm
      Jubes
      Participant

      Artie's parents fought this battle with him too and you could tell by his posts how much love there was there. May they find the solace they need right now.  I will miss you so much Artie. Thanks for all your great advice and encouragement. 

      Anne-Louise

      • December 10, 2015 at 7:20 pm
      Jubes
      Participant

      Artie's parents fought this battle with him too and you could tell by his posts how much love there was there. May they find the solace they need right now.  I will miss you so much Artie. Thanks for all your great advice and encouragement. 

      Anne-Louise

      • December 10, 2015 at 7:20 pm
      Jubes
      Participant

      Artie's parents fought this battle with him too and you could tell by his posts how much love there was there. May they find the solace they need right now.  I will miss you so much Artie. Thanks for all your great advice and encouragement. 

      Anne-Louise

      • December 10, 2015 at 7:42 pm
      s wife
      Participant

      So sad to read this news…!

      as a symbolic gesture i have just donated the price of a star wars' ticket to MRF, in memory of Artie-arthurjedi007.

      i once saw a tombstone which read "nicht gestorben, nur vorausgegangen", which means approximately "you have not died, just gone ahead of us".

      Artie, you who fought so hard, may the force be with you on your journey ahead of us, and may it be a painless, and wonderful journey.

      susannah

      • December 10, 2015 at 7:42 pm
      s wife
      Participant

      So sad to read this news…!

      as a symbolic gesture i have just donated the price of a star wars' ticket to MRF, in memory of Artie-arthurjedi007.

      i once saw a tombstone which read "nicht gestorben, nur vorausgegangen", which means approximately "you have not died, just gone ahead of us".

      Artie, you who fought so hard, may the force be with you on your journey ahead of us, and may it be a painless, and wonderful journey.

      susannah

      • December 10, 2015 at 7:42 pm
      s wife
      Participant

      So sad to read this news…!

      as a symbolic gesture i have just donated the price of a star wars' ticket to MRF, in memory of Artie-arthurjedi007.

      i once saw a tombstone which read "nicht gestorben, nur vorausgegangen", which means approximately "you have not died, just gone ahead of us".

      Artie, you who fought so hard, may the force be with you on your journey ahead of us, and may it be a painless, and wonderful journey.

      susannah

        • December 10, 2015 at 8:15 pm
        cavsnut
        Participant

        So tragic and heartbreaking, Artie was so loved by this group here, such a selfless human being …just at a loss for words right now…

        • December 10, 2015 at 8:15 pm
        cavsnut
        Participant

        So tragic and heartbreaking, Artie was so loved by this group here, such a selfless human being …just at a loss for words right now…

        • December 10, 2015 at 8:15 pm
        cavsnut
        Participant

        So tragic and heartbreaking, Artie was so loved by this group here, such a selfless human being …just at a loss for words right now…

      • December 10, 2015 at 8:47 pm
      CHD
      Participant

      Oh no, not Artie.  It is just heartbreaking to read this.  Such a good guy. 

      • December 10, 2015 at 8:47 pm
      CHD
      Participant

      Oh no, not Artie.  It is just heartbreaking to read this.  Such a good guy. 

      • December 10, 2015 at 8:47 pm
      CHD
      Participant

      Oh no, not Artie.  It is just heartbreaking to read this.  Such a good guy. 

      • December 10, 2015 at 9:16 pm
      goldengirls2011
      Participant

      RIP, Artie. I have been reading the boards for a few years now, but seldom post. You are an inspiration to all. You reminded me so much of Himynameiskevin. You both totally rock!

      You will be missed here, but never forgotten!

      • December 10, 2015 at 9:16 pm
      goldengirls2011
      Participant

      RIP, Artie. I have been reading the boards for a few years now, but seldom post. You are an inspiration to all. You reminded me so much of Himynameiskevin. You both totally rock!

      You will be missed here, but never forgotten!

      • December 10, 2015 at 9:16 pm
      goldengirls2011
      Participant

      RIP, Artie. I have been reading the boards for a few years now, but seldom post. You are an inspiration to all. You reminded me so much of Himynameiskevin. You both totally rock!

      You will be missed here, but never forgotten!

      • December 10, 2015 at 9:18 pm
      kpcollins31
      Participant

      Really sorry to hear this. Artie will surely be missed. Prayers to his family and friends.

      Kevin

       

      • December 10, 2015 at 9:18 pm
      kpcollins31
      Participant

      Really sorry to hear this. Artie will surely be missed. Prayers to his family and friends.

      Kevin

       

      • December 10, 2015 at 9:18 pm
      kpcollins31
      Participant

      Really sorry to hear this. Artie will surely be missed. Prayers to his family and friends.

      Kevin

       

      • December 10, 2015 at 10:19 pm
      liberty04281
      Participant
      It is very hard to hear, that he lost the battle.
      • December 10, 2015 at 10:19 pm
      liberty04281
      Participant
      It is very hard to hear, that he lost the battle.
      • December 10, 2015 at 10:19 pm
      liberty04281
      Participant
      It is very hard to hear, that he lost the battle.
      • December 10, 2015 at 10:59 pm
      jamieth29
      Participant
      Damn…i dont know what else to say.
      • December 10, 2015 at 10:59 pm
      jamieth29
      Participant
      Damn…i dont know what else to say.
      • December 10, 2015 at 10:59 pm
      jamieth29
      Participant
      Damn…i dont know what else to say.
      • December 10, 2015 at 11:16 pm
      Bubbles
      Participant

      Merde!!!  Oh, Artie.  Such a kind and beautiful soul.  You will always be a light shining bright in our hearts. Much love and hugs to your parents.  Will miss you always.  c

        • December 10, 2015 at 11:26 pm
        vivian
        Participant

        Oh, this is so sad!  What a loss for the world.  I send love to his wonderful parents.

        Lear

        • December 10, 2015 at 11:26 pm
        vivian
        Participant

        Oh, this is so sad!  What a loss for the world.  I send love to his wonderful parents.

        Lear

        • December 10, 2015 at 11:26 pm
        vivian
        Participant

        Oh, this is so sad!  What a loss for the world.  I send love to his wonderful parents.

        Lear

      • December 10, 2015 at 11:16 pm
      Bubbles
      Participant

      Merde!!!  Oh, Artie.  Such a kind and beautiful soul.  You will always be a light shining bright in our hearts. Much love and hugs to your parents.  Will miss you always.  c

      • December 10, 2015 at 11:16 pm
      Bubbles
      Participant

      Merde!!!  Oh, Artie.  Such a kind and beautiful soul.  You will always be a light shining bright in our hearts. Much love and hugs to your parents.  Will miss you always.  c

      • December 10, 2015 at 11:32 pm
      Squash
      Participant

      Vale Artie taken far too young by this terrible disease

      You suffered so much in the last stages yet you always were so helpful.

      RIP

       

      • December 10, 2015 at 11:32 pm
      Squash
      Participant

      Vale Artie taken far too young by this terrible disease

      You suffered so much in the last stages yet you always were so helpful.

      RIP

       

      • December 10, 2015 at 11:32 pm
      Squash
      Participant

      Vale Artie taken far too young by this terrible disease

      You suffered so much in the last stages yet you always were so helpful.

      RIP

       

      • December 10, 2015 at 11:48 pm
      jenny22
      Participant

      Just too sad for words……my heart breaks for him and his poor parents……

      Such a kind soul…..

      RIP Artie….

      • December 10, 2015 at 11:48 pm
      jenny22
      Participant

      Just too sad for words……my heart breaks for him and his poor parents……

      Such a kind soul…..

      RIP Artie….

      • December 10, 2015 at 11:48 pm
      jenny22
      Participant

      Just too sad for words……my heart breaks for him and his poor parents……

      Such a kind soul…..

      RIP Artie….

        • December 11, 2015 at 12:17 am
        jbronicki
        Participant

        What a loss, he was such a kind man, just makes me so angry.  You could tell he had a special bond with his parents, but then again what parents wouldn't be proud of a kid like him.  So sad for him and his family.  It just makes me mad…. RIP Artie

        • December 11, 2015 at 12:17 am
        jbronicki
        Participant

        What a loss, he was such a kind man, just makes me so angry.  You could tell he had a special bond with his parents, but then again what parents wouldn't be proud of a kid like him.  So sad for him and his family.  It just makes me mad…. RIP Artie

        • December 11, 2015 at 12:17 am
        jbronicki
        Participant

        What a loss, he was such a kind man, just makes me so angry.  You could tell he had a special bond with his parents, but then again what parents wouldn't be proud of a kid like him.  So sad for him and his family.  It just makes me mad…. RIP Artie

      • December 11, 2015 at 12:19 am
      jbronicki
      Participant

      Hi Becky or jahenry. If possible, could we get his arrangements for those that want to send flowers to his family?

      • December 11, 2015 at 12:19 am
      jbronicki
      Participant

      Hi Becky or jahenry. If possible, could we get his arrangements for those that want to send flowers to his family?

      • December 11, 2015 at 12:19 am
      jbronicki
      Participant

      Hi Becky or jahenry. If possible, could we get his arrangements for those that want to send flowers to his family?

      • December 11, 2015 at 12:54 am
      Linny
      Participant

      Hearing this saddens me so very much. Artie, you fought a good battle and encouraged others here to do the same. You will be missed. 

      • December 11, 2015 at 12:54 am
      Linny
      Participant

      Hearing this saddens me so very much. Artie, you fought a good battle and encouraged others here to do the same. You will be missed. 

      • December 11, 2015 at 12:54 am
      Linny
      Participant

      Hearing this saddens me so very much. Artie, you fought a good battle and encouraged others here to do the same. You will be missed. 

      • December 11, 2015 at 1:56 am
      Jahendry12
      Participant

      In shock about Artie. He posted at 6:00 last night that he had a Long way to go and felt awful from infections. 

      Gone way too soon. Im so so sorry to hear this. He was a tough warrior and will always be remembered for his kind heart and fighting spirit. 

      • December 11, 2015 at 1:56 am
      Jahendry12
      Participant

      In shock about Artie. He posted at 6:00 last night that he had a Long way to go and felt awful from infections. 

      Gone way too soon. Im so so sorry to hear this. He was a tough warrior and will always be remembered for his kind heart and fighting spirit. 

      • December 11, 2015 at 1:56 am
      Jahendry12
      Participant

      In shock about Artie. He posted at 6:00 last night that he had a Long way to go and felt awful from infections. 

      Gone way too soon. Im so so sorry to hear this. He was a tough warrior and will always be remembered for his kind heart and fighting spirit. 

      • December 11, 2015 at 4:28 am
      Rita and Charles
      Participant

      I only followed him since May…….his energy to fight amazed me, showed me that courage is needed.  I never knew him, but heart broken for him and his family. RIP, no more pain of the battle.

      Rita

      • December 11, 2015 at 4:28 am
      Rita and Charles
      Participant

      I only followed him since May…….his energy to fight amazed me, showed me that courage is needed.  I never knew him, but heart broken for him and his family. RIP, no more pain of the battle.

      Rita

      • December 11, 2015 at 4:28 am
      Rita and Charles
      Participant

      I only followed him since May…….his energy to fight amazed me, showed me that courage is needed.  I never knew him, but heart broken for him and his family. RIP, no more pain of the battle.

      Rita

      • December 11, 2015 at 6:40 am
      stars
      Participant

      Artie was one of the good guys, so generous with giving time and advice and support to people on the board. He fought the good fight, his time was well used. RIP my friend, gone too soon.

      • December 11, 2015 at 6:40 am
      stars
      Participant

      Artie was one of the good guys, so generous with giving time and advice and support to people on the board. He fought the good fight, his time was well used. RIP my friend, gone too soon.

      • December 11, 2015 at 6:40 am
      stars
      Participant

      Artie was one of the good guys, so generous with giving time and advice and support to people on the board. He fought the good fight, his time was well used. RIP my friend, gone too soon.

      • December 11, 2015 at 9:41 am
      Ninniditti
      Participant

      So very sorry!

      • December 11, 2015 at 9:41 am
      Ninniditti
      Participant

      So very sorry!

      • December 11, 2015 at 9:41 am
      Ninniditti
      Participant

      So very sorry!

      • December 11, 2015 at 1:46 pm
      emagdnim83
      Participant

      Oh No. Artie always had a good reply to my topics and everything he wrote was helpful for me. I'm sorry for his family and friends to have lost such an amazing person. 

       

      • December 11, 2015 at 1:46 pm
      emagdnim83
      Participant

      Oh No. Artie always had a good reply to my topics and everything he wrote was helpful for me. I'm sorry for his family and friends to have lost such an amazing person. 

       

      • December 11, 2015 at 1:46 pm
      emagdnim83
      Participant

      Oh No. Artie always had a good reply to my topics and everything he wrote was helpful for me. I'm sorry for his family and friends to have lost such an amazing person. 

       

        • December 11, 2015 at 2:36 pm
        Gwen in Maine
        Participant

        This is devastating news. My heart breaks this morning.

        Gwen

        • December 11, 2015 at 2:36 pm
        Gwen in Maine
        Participant

        This is devastating news. My heart breaks this morning.

        Gwen

        • December 11, 2015 at 2:36 pm
        Gwen in Maine
        Participant

        This is devastating news. My heart breaks this morning.

        Gwen

        • December 11, 2015 at 5:10 pm
        Scooby123
        Participant

        My heart is in bits , I have just logged on hoping to hear that Artie was a little better, he was loved by many and supported so many of us . God bless you Artie and sending love to his family. 

        ❤️❤️❤️❤️

        scooby

        • December 11, 2015 at 5:10 pm
        Scooby123
        Participant

        My heart is in bits , I have just logged on hoping to hear that Artie was a little better, he was loved by many and supported so many of us . God bless you Artie and sending love to his family. 

        ❤️❤️❤️❤️

        scooby

        • December 11, 2015 at 5:10 pm
        Scooby123
        Participant

        My heart is in bits , I have just logged on hoping to hear that Artie was a little better, he was loved by many and supported so many of us . God bless you Artie and sending love to his family. 

        ❤️❤️❤️❤️

        scooby

      • December 11, 2015 at 7:38 pm
      Polymath
      Participant

      Artie was the most inspirational warrior on this board and despite his personal hardship he was always there to help, with heart.  It's absoultly heartbreaking to hear of this loss, yet I am so happy he went on his own terms, and his suffering is now over.  I only hope to have that kind of courage and strength when my time comes.  The force was strong with this one.

      A hui hou Artie

      • December 11, 2015 at 7:38 pm
      Polymath
      Participant

      Artie was the most inspirational warrior on this board and despite his personal hardship he was always there to help, with heart.  It's absoultly heartbreaking to hear of this loss, yet I am so happy he went on his own terms, and his suffering is now over.  I only hope to have that kind of courage and strength when my time comes.  The force was strong with this one.

      A hui hou Artie

      • December 11, 2015 at 7:38 pm
      Polymath
      Participant

      Artie was the most inspirational warrior on this board and despite his personal hardship he was always there to help, with heart.  It's absoultly heartbreaking to hear of this loss, yet I am so happy he went on his own terms, and his suffering is now over.  I only hope to have that kind of courage and strength when my time comes.  The force was strong with this one.

      A hui hou Artie

        • December 11, 2015 at 11:14 pm
        tschmith
        Participant

        Brave, tough, wonderful Artie will be so so missed.  We were all blessed to have crossed paths with him through this forum.  

        This is so heartbreaking.  I know many of us feel like we've lost a family member.  

        Peace be with you, Artie.  

        Terrie

        • December 11, 2015 at 11:14 pm
        tschmith
        Participant

        Brave, tough, wonderful Artie will be so so missed.  We were all blessed to have crossed paths with him through this forum.  

        This is so heartbreaking.  I know many of us feel like we've lost a family member.  

        Peace be with you, Artie.  

        Terrie

        • December 11, 2015 at 11:14 pm
        tschmith
        Participant

        Brave, tough, wonderful Artie will be so so missed.  We were all blessed to have crossed paths with him through this forum.  

        This is so heartbreaking.  I know many of us feel like we've lost a family member.  

        Peace be with you, Artie.  

        Terrie

        • December 12, 2015 at 12:54 am
        Marianne quinn
        Participant

        One of the kindest, supportive, and courageous person that has blessed my life. We will miss you.

        • December 12, 2015 at 12:54 am
        Marianne quinn
        Participant

        One of the kindest, supportive, and courageous person that has blessed my life. We will miss you.

        • December 12, 2015 at 12:54 am
        Marianne quinn
        Participant

        One of the kindest, supportive, and courageous person that has blessed my life. We will miss you.

      • December 12, 2015 at 9:31 pm
      _Paul_
      Participant

      That hit really damn hard. Even though like most of us I never met Artie, he was family. He was always offering up his experience, helping people, in spite of all of his suffering.

      i felt so aweful receiving this news. So I closed my eyes and just meditated on him. I'm not religious – don't go to church – but I do believe in a creator and that this existence is not all there is. So I thought about his end to suffering and that he was in a different existence now and I felt my sadness lift. I wish I could explain better but I lack that gift.

      You were an inspiration Artie, and I truly hope I do get to meet you when it's my turn.

      – Paul

       

      • December 12, 2015 at 9:31 pm
      _Paul_
      Participant

      That hit really damn hard. Even though like most of us I never met Artie, he was family. He was always offering up his experience, helping people, in spite of all of his suffering.

      i felt so aweful receiving this news. So I closed my eyes and just meditated on him. I'm not religious – don't go to church – but I do believe in a creator and that this existence is not all there is. So I thought about his end to suffering and that he was in a different existence now and I felt my sadness lift. I wish I could explain better but I lack that gift.

      You were an inspiration Artie, and I truly hope I do get to meet you when it's my turn.

      – Paul

       

      • December 12, 2015 at 9:31 pm
      _Paul_
      Participant

      That hit really damn hard. Even though like most of us I never met Artie, he was family. He was always offering up his experience, helping people, in spite of all of his suffering.

      i felt so aweful receiving this news. So I closed my eyes and just meditated on him. I'm not religious – don't go to church – but I do believe in a creator and that this existence is not all there is. So I thought about his end to suffering and that he was in a different existence now and I felt my sadness lift. I wish I could explain better but I lack that gift.

      You were an inspiration Artie, and I truly hope I do get to meet you when it's my turn.

      – Paul

       

        • December 12, 2015 at 10:53 pm
        Bubbles
        Participant

        Thankyou, Paul.  I like that.  c

        • December 12, 2015 at 10:53 pm
        Bubbles
        Participant

        Thankyou, Paul.  I like that.  c

        • December 12, 2015 at 10:53 pm
        Bubbles
        Participant

        Thankyou, Paul.  I like that.  c

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