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George Balke - RIP

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by Jeff, Jan 18, 2008.

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  1. pickymen

    pickymen Contributing Member

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    My condolences to you, Jeff.
     
    #61 pickymen, Jan 18, 2008
  2. kaleidosky

    kaleidosky Your Tweety Bird dance just cost us a run

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    sorry to hear, Jeff
     
    #62 kaleidosky, Jan 18, 2008
  3. Deckard

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    Very, very sorry to hear that, Jeff. I lost mine 24 years ago, and I still think of him all the time. With two children he never got to see, I've attempted to keep him "alive" for them, talking about him when the opportunity presents itself. It's really for me, but I'd like to think they'll at least know something of the man and the father that he was.

    Again, sorry for your loss.
     
    #63 Deckard, Jan 18, 2008
  4. rimbaud

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    Hey Jeff,

    I have been away from the board and had just found out from my mom. She is really upset. I also literally just asked the wife if I should post a nondescript "well wishes" thread on here to throw you some love and we agreed it wasn't my place. Well, here you did it, anyway.

    Any happy, loving, positive thoughts I can send your way I will try and I will try to work out Tuesday as well.

    I never met the man, but George Balke gave great wedding presents and leaves his friends to describe him as caring, hilarious, larger-than-life, joyous, positive, spiritual, and warm. The kind of man that would cook a huge breakfast to bring to his co-workers "just because".
     
    #64 rimbaud, Jan 18, 2008
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    God bless, man. You'll be in my prayers.
     
    #65 blathersby, Jan 18, 2008
  6. Single Cell

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    Condolences to you and your family.
     
    #66 Single Cell, Jan 18, 2008
  7. Coach AI

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    Sorry to hear, Jeff. My condolences. I hope you and your family stay strong.
     
    #67 Coach AI, Jan 18, 2008
  8. M&M

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    My condolences. A family member of mine recently saw the doctor for the first time in a decade and intends to not take so lightly this blessing we have called life. Sorry for your loss. Everyone, please tell your loved ones you love them and encourage them to live in as good health as possible. Life is short.
     
    #68 M&M, Jan 18, 2008
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    Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, Jeff.
     
    #69 WildSweet&Cool, Jan 18, 2008
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    Hi Jeff, sorry to hear about your dad. Best to you and your family.
     
    #70 CBrownFanClub, Jan 18, 2008
  11. Jeff

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    Once again, thanks to everyone for your kind words. They are much appreciated.
     
    #71 Jeff, Jan 19, 2008
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    I just saw this. I cannot imagine what you must be feeling. I'm horribly sorry for your loss.

    You are in my thoughts and prayers.
     
    #72 Refman, Jan 19, 2008
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    Sorry for your loss. My condolences.
     
    #73 AroundTheWorld, Jan 19, 2008
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    Sorry to hear that, Jeff. I haven't talked to my Dad in a few weeks. Maybe I'll call him this weekend.

    RIP
     
    #74 ima_drummer2k, Jan 19, 2008
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    That's rough Jeff..very sorry to hear this.I'll be thinking of you and yours.
    Best wishes,
    Doc
     
    #75 Plowman, Jan 19, 2008
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    Jeff;

    How did your show go? I'm impressed that you could go out there and play.
     
    #76 rocketsjudoka, Jan 20, 2008
  17. Manny Ramirez

    Manny Ramirez The Music Man

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    Jeff,

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers. RIP +++
     
    #77 Manny Ramirez, Jan 21, 2008
  18. Jeff

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    It was great. I rocked my balls off. :) I had to. That's my therapy. That's my church.
     
    #78 Jeff, Jan 21, 2008
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    Sorry to hear that Jeff.
     
    #79 pradaxpimp, Jan 21, 2008
  20. rimbaud

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    Really wonderful tribute, Jeff. You are also right, if the best things about you come from your dad then you were lucky beyond words to be his son. You (and from all accounts he) are something I don't even know how to be and I am admittedly jealous.
     
    #80 rimbaud, Jan 22, 2008
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