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Friend will be dead within the next 24 hours

Started by .., Wed 27, Aug 2014, 21:17:14

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Had major surgery to remove blood clots in both branches of the pulmonary artery.

Was scheduled for release yesterday but had a massive stroke.

His family made the decision today at 5pm, based on my friends request, to take him off the ventilator.

RIP Robert.

A few of you will know of him simply because he let me borrow his black 1800 Wing a few years ago to go on a couple of rides.

Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005

Quote from: Britman on Wed 27, Aug 2014, 21:17:14
Had major surgery to remove blood clots in both branches of the pulmonary artery.

Was scheduled for release yesterday but had a massive stroke.

His family made the decision today at 5pm, based on my friends request, to take him off the ventilator.

RIP Robert.

A few of you will know of him simply because he let me borrow his black 1800 Wing a few years ago to go on a couple of rides.

Hate to hear that Paul... I do remember you riding the Wing.


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Paxton

Ouch... that's tragic. My best thoughts go out to his family and to you, Britman. It is hard loosing a good friend. :(
Thank you for sharing.
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Quote from: Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005 on Wed 27, Aug 2014, 21:19:49
Quote from: Britman on Wed 27, Aug 2014, 21:17:14
Had major surgery to remove blood clots in both branches of the pulmonary artery.

Was scheduled for release yesterday but had a massive stroke.

His family made the decision today at 5pm, based on my friends request, to take him off the ventilator.

RIP Robert.

A few of you will know of him simply because he let me borrow his black 1800 Wing a few years ago to go on a couple of rides.

Hate to hear that Paul... I do remember you riding the Wing.

Yep, when I wound it up and zipped by the 4 cars on the eastern side of Brasstown Bald.  ;D

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Quote from: Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005 on Wed 27, Aug 2014, 21:19:49
Quote from: Britman on Wed 27, Aug 2014, 21:17:14
Had major surgery to remove blood clots in both branches of the pulmonary artery.

Was scheduled for release yesterday but had a massive stroke.

His family made the decision today at 5pm, based on my friends request, to take him off the ventilator.

RIP Robert.

A few of you will know of him simply because he let me borrow his black 1800 Wing a few years ago to go on a couple of rides.

Hate to hear that Paul... I do remember you riding the Wing.

Even fewer can cast your memory back to a ride that Lamont had based at the hotel in Maggie Valley at the junction of Soco Rd (the main drag) and hwy 276. Robert came to that and had a great time.




Rams

No words come to me that could do any more than express my sympathy to you and his family.   It's tough to lose a quality friend.    They are far and few between.   Cherish the memories.
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Xtracho

Tragic and my thoughts go out to you and all his family. A tough decision to make for them, but honoring his wishes. Godspeed to all.
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You can't do much about the length of your life, so focus on the width.

pendrijo

Sorry for your loss, my prayers are with your friends family.
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solo1

So Sorry to hear that, Paul.  Despite advances in medicine, there is still a high risk in that type of surgery.

wiggydotcom

So sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, Paul. Someone once said you can go through life and usually count your good friends on one hand. It's difficult to lose any of them.
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RainMaker

Very sad.  Prayers for the family and friends of Robert being raised. :angel:


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czuch

I pray for strength and mercy.
What a brave thing for the family to do.
Hold the memories dear.
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J.Mencalice

A prayer for your friend; may the angels greet him and give him peace.
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G-Man

Sorry to hear this, Brother!

You never freakin' know.

..

Life takes some weird turns.

We've been told that Robert is still breathing.

A mixed blessing not knowing what damage his brain suffered.

oldslacker

So sorry to hear that Paul , prayers for friends and family.
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Bonzo

Woops, I'm sorry.

..

Quote from: Bonzo on Thu 28, Aug 2014, 19:48:29
RIP

Life takes some weird turns.

We've been told that Robert is still breathing.

A mixed blessing not knowing what damage his brain suffered.

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Serk

Quote from: Britman on Fri 29, Aug 2014, 12:12:56
The fight ended just after midnight.  :angel: :angel: :angel: :angel: :angel:

Sorry to his friends and family... This year has sucked, I went to my 8th funeral of the year earlier this week... It's been tough.

Much comfort to his family during this time.
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Pepmyster

Now this is getting interesting........

R J

Quote from: Britman on Fri 29, Aug 2014, 12:12:56
The fight ended just after midnight.  :angel: :angel: :angel: :angel: :angel:


R.I.P. Bro.....

Thoughts & Prayers are being sent as we speak.
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Mr.BubblesVRCCDS0008

Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends

Valkjerk

Condolences for your loss Paul. Hey Serk, this is the time in our lives where we go to a lot of funerals.
Ride like it's your last....grinnin' all the way.

FryeVRCCDS0067

Really sorry to hear of your loss. The worst part of getting older is loosing so many of those we care about. Prayers sent for you, your Bud and his family.
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matt

Never good to loose anyone.  Sorry for your loss