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I haven't heard from or seen any postings from Bruce BF lately. So, I went to his house to check on him Saturday. His wife answered the door and wouldn't let me see him, he's really not well. Bruce is in hospice care right now so the time is near. I felt pretty useless, nothing you can say to make someone feel better its a crappy thing. Been there!
Just thought you all deserved to know and could be praying for BF and family.
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« Reply #1 on: November 27, 2017, 02:40:17 PM » |
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Sorry to hear about BF, maybe he knows we're thinking about him.
Cancer and Hospice are visiting my Uncle's house now too...
-Mike
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« Reply #2 on: November 27, 2017, 03:30:26 PM » |
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Thanks for checking up on him Jeff. And thanks for caring for his bike. I'm sure it meant a lot to him. It's very sad news indeed, but not unexpected . I hope he is as pain free as possible. It's been a long hard slog for him and his family. He will be missed.
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« Reply #3 on: November 27, 2017, 03:52:55 PM » |
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+1 on above ^^^^
Was hoping somehow he would get some remission. Prayer for he and family, friends.
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« Reply #4 on: November 27, 2017, 04:38:30 PM » |
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sad news I always liked his posts. hang in there.
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« Reply #5 on: November 27, 2017, 05:01:23 PM » |
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I, too, loved reading his posts. He was great and always spoke his mind.....and he had a good mind.
This is hard to read, you are correct. I wanted to get up your way and meet him as we pretty much knew this may happen. Never did. Yet another lesson learned. Life is short....and getting shorter.
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« Reply #6 on: November 27, 2017, 05:34:04 PM » |
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Very sad to hear,
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« Reply #7 on: November 27, 2017, 05:39:20 PM » |
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Thanks for checking up on him Jeff. And thanks for caring for his bike. I'm sure it meant a lot to him. It's very sad news indeed, but not unexpected . I hope he is as pain free as possible. It's been a long hard slog for him and his family. He will be missed.
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« Reply #8 on: November 27, 2017, 06:07:37 PM » |
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. . . equally hard to read. Have been reading his posts for years. I, too, had noticed they dropped off in the past months. I had been wondering about him. I recall he took the news of his health situation standing up and head on a couple years ago. A fighter he is. Sad.
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« Reply #9 on: November 27, 2017, 06:50:03 PM » |
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Times like that are tough to choke down, but you tried and that's the important part.
I'll keep positive thoughts and prayers.
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« Reply #10 on: November 27, 2017, 07:01:49 PM » |
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Crap. Another friend I'll never meet.  |
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« Reply #11 on: November 27, 2017, 07:08:50 PM » |
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Prayers to him and his family through this difficult time. I hate cancer!  |
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« Reply #12 on: November 27, 2017, 07:10:57 PM » |
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Thank you ChrisJ for posting
Bruce has shown us that he is a fighter and an example of grit, humor and faith in his fight against that cancer.
I hope his remaining days are easy, Godspeed Bruce
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« Reply #13 on: November 27, 2017, 07:22:14 PM » |
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Damn! Prayers being sent as I type this................. |
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« Reply #14 on: November 28, 2017, 05:04:55 AM » |
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Would it be proper to send cards letting him know he is on our minds and not forgotten?
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« Reply #15 on: November 28, 2017, 05:12:50 AM » |
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This is sad news indeed.
Prayers for him and his family.
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« Reply #16 on: November 28, 2017, 05:45:14 AM » |
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Would it be proper to send cards letting him know he is on our minds and not forgotten?
Probably would be a good thing,. I don't know his address. I'll try to get it and post it |
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« Reply #17 on: November 28, 2017, 05:52:29 AM » |
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Would it be proper to send cards letting him know he is on our minds and not forgotten?
Probably would be a good thing,. I don't know his address. I'll try to get it and post it Bruce Fogarty 96 Yacht Club Dr NE unit 3 Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 |
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« Reply #18 on: November 28, 2017, 06:31:43 AM » |
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Prayers to Bruce and his family for strength and comfort.
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« Reply #19 on: November 28, 2017, 04:43:47 PM » |
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Would it be proper to send cards letting him know he is on our minds and not forgotten?
Probably would be a good thing,. I don't know his address. I'll try to get it and post it Bruce Fogarty 96 Yacht Club Dr NE unit 3 Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 Hey Jeff, I'm really glad you got by there to check in on Bruce. Especially after our Sat. RTE breakfast both wondering how he is doing? ( I love looking over his creation and know he is thrilled you bought) I can only imagine how difficult it must have been knocking on his door but thanks for the update and posting his address. I'm going to get a card out in the mail to him tomorrow. Thank for your efforts.  |
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« Reply #20 on: November 28, 2017, 04:55:36 PM » |
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This is so sad to hear. He has been thru a lot the past few years. My heart goes out to him and family.
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« Reply #21 on: December 23, 2017, 09:51:12 AM » |
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I hate to ask, but any update on him? I hope he's at peace, no matter which side he's on right now... |
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« Reply #22 on: December 23, 2017, 12:10:33 PM » |
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I hate to ask, but any update on him? I hope he's at peace, no matter which side he's on right now... I haven’t heard any news. Not sure if that’s good or bad |
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« Reply #23 on: December 23, 2017, 12:30:47 PM » |
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Thank you for posting. Prayers and well wishes are what we have available.
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« Reply #24 on: December 23, 2017, 03:58:23 PM » |
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CANCER SUCKS ... I've got two friends dealing with it now.. If it comes to me I may just ride that crap out and not make myself sick from chemo and die anyway.
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« Reply #25 on: December 23, 2017, 04:05:43 PM » |
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CANCER SUCKS ... I've got two friends dealing with it now.. If it comes to me I may just ride that crap out and not make myself sick from chemo and die anyway.
Understand your feelings on this but until you are faced with the diagnosis you really can't know what you would actually do. CANCER DOES SUCK! |
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« Reply #26 on: December 23, 2017, 04:49:28 PM » |
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If it comes to me I may just ride that crap out and not make myself sick from chemo and die anyway.
Today, many cancers (esp if discovered early) are curable (or successfully treatable) in a high percentage of cases. Others, like pancreatic, are a near certain death sentence (and pretty quick too).
I feel the same way about having the last months of my life made unbearable with chemo and radiation and surgery, but if something very treatable is found, I would probably let them torture me for awhile, if chances are good for successful treatment.
I also have a bad attitude about taking (all or most of) my life savings away (even with insurance) if the idea is just to soak up all my money before I die anyway. You may not be able to take it with you, but I have family that I'd rather get it than the sawbones community.
So, it really depends. All cancer is not equal, survival-wise.
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« Reply #27 on: December 24, 2017, 04:04:14 AM » |
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I have a church friend who has pancreatic cancer. Lots of prayers and she is still taking treatments.
I also have two Korean War buddies who are under treatment for cancer.
I have had surgery three times for bladder cancer but my cancer is non threatening with no treatments (so far).
I don't know if I would accept treatment if it became necessary............and probably no one else can say that either.
Living this long and with a kinda bad year, the old saying "The man who dies with the most toys wins" is pure bullshit!
Believe me, the end result and the only thing that counts is your health and your Faith (if you have it).
My Miata was on the back burner most of the time this year, except when I could go for an attitude adjustment ride.
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« Reply #28 on: December 24, 2017, 04:53:16 AM » |
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Years ago I didn't know anyone with cancer, today it's way too common! Praying for all here with any type of cancer this Christmas |
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« Reply #29 on: December 24, 2017, 01:40:51 PM » |
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I have one family member with a very recent diagnosis and treatments. It’s kicking his ass bad and he says he wants to die. We are all trying to stay as positive as possible but it is tough knowing how to handle the situation.
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« Reply #30 on: January 03, 2018, 09:27:14 AM » |
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I did a little Googling, and I'm afraid I have sad news. Looks like he's at peace and out of pain now. Bruce Alvis Fogarty, age 64, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2017. He was born on September 3, 1953 in Tampa, Florida, to William P. Fogarty and Nina Fogarty.
Bruce grew up in Valparaiso and played in Boggy Bayou. He was a graduate of Niceville High School and OWJC, where he received an associate's degree. After serving in the USAF, Bruce settled back in Fort Walton Beach where he worked at the McKinley Climatic Lab for over 30 years.
Bruce is preceded in death by his father, William P. Fogarty and mother, Nina T. Fogarty, brother, Eugene Fogarty and sister, Shirley Fogarty.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Linda Murphy Fogarty; son, Aaron P. Fogarty; son, Ryan T. Fogarty; niece, Debbie Cross (Michael); niece, Candi Bennet (Gary), nephew, Andy Fogarty and grandson, Ryan Michael Andrews.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at Cinco Town Hall from 2-4 on Saturday, January 6, 2018.
Donations can be made to Alaqua Animal Refuge, Freeport, Florida in Bruce's memory.
A special thank you to Dr. Thomas Johnson, Dr. Chris Hanson and the great care he received from Emerald Coast Hospice. Published Online in Northwest Florida Daily News on Dec. 31, 2017 http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/nwfdailynews/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=187662797 |
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« Reply #31 on: January 03, 2018, 09:30:37 AM » |
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I did a little Googling, and I'm afraid I have sad news. Looks like he's at peace and out of pain now. Bruce Alvis Fogarty, age 64, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2017. He was born on September 3, 1953 in Tampa, Florida, to William P. Fogarty and Nina Fogarty.
Bruce grew up in Valparaiso and played in Boggy Bayou. He was a graduate of Niceville High School and OWJC, where he received an associate's degree. After serving in the USAF, Bruce settled back in Fort Walton Beach where he worked at the McKinley Climatic Lab for over 30 years.
Bruce is preceded in death by his father, William P. Fogarty and mother, Nina T. Fogarty, brother, Eugene Fogarty and sister, Shirley Fogarty.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Linda Murphy Fogarty; son, Aaron P. Fogarty; son, Ryan T. Fogarty; niece, Debbie Cross (Michael); niece, Candi Bennet (Gary), nephew, Andy Fogarty and grandson, Ryan Michael Andrews.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at Cinco Town Hall from 2-4 on Saturday, January 6, 2018.
Donations can be made to Alaqua Animal Refuge, Freeport, Florida in Bruce's memory.
A special thank you to Dr. Thomas Johnson, Dr. Chris Hanson and the great care he received from Emerald Coast Hospice. Published Online in Northwest Florida Daily News on Dec. 31, 2017 http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/nwfdailynews/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=187662797 :'( i always enjoyed his contribution on this board. |
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« Reply #32 on: January 03, 2018, 09:48:35 AM » |
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godspeed and rest in peace my friend
you fought a brave fight with dignity
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« Reply #33 on: January 03, 2018, 10:41:36 AM » |
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godspeed and rest in peace my friend
you fought a brave fight with dignity
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« Reply #34 on: January 03, 2018, 11:07:22 AM » |
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Well, I hope they meant what they said about passing peacefully. I am going to try to make that Memorial on Saturday.
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« Reply #35 on: January 03, 2018, 11:18:49 AM » |
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Rest in Peace Brother.
Bruce and I both born 1953, I lived in Valparaiso (IN) from 1st to 3d grades, and also served in the USAF.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Linda Murphy Fogarty; son, Aaron P. Fogarty; son, Ryan T. Fogarty; I wish them well, with my condolences for their loss.
Our loss too.
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« Reply #36 on: January 03, 2018, 02:52:44 PM » |
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I have never met Bruce in person, however I have read thousands of post on VRCC forum looking for information. Bruce posted in many of them along with others who have posted here. Much helpful information has been gleaned by the reading of his postings.
As I have read each of them I have been able to understand and respect the life that has been lived well. I am sure as I continue to search this forum, I will run across more postings of Bruce's and enjoy the conversations of one of his passions. He has sparked much thought and helped to create a great library of information here on the Valkyrie Riders Cruiser Club.
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Well done.
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« Reply #37 on: January 03, 2018, 02:55:49 PM » |
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Another Bro I Never knew.  Prayers up for his Family and Friends and other Brothers. R I P and twistys and full tank always. RIDE SAFE. |
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RIP
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