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Aug082011
Remembering Fred Imus
Please share your thoughts and memories of Fred Imus, who passed away August 6 at the age of 69
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This Isn’t Our Last Love Letter
Dear Don Don,
Way back in 92
I walked into the room and knew
Never felt this way before
I shook your hand while gazing into your eyes
And the feeling grew
As I took a seat I knew
A love that would have my heart
Forever
I knew
Way back in 92
They say love at first sight doesn’t always last or isn’t true
We were the exception to that rule
Our love had no where to hide
A spark set fire
As if this is how the universe started
I never doubted our love or what we could do
Together we grew
Forming a bond everlasting
That became our glue
My euphoria was YOU
I’m eternally grateful for the love and life we shared
For how fortunate we were :
“to have and to hold
through sickness and in health
Til death do us part”
Until we are together again
This isn’t our last love letter
I love you with all my heart and soul
Yours forever,
Deirdre (Mrs. Hank Snow)
I’m fortunate to have fallen in love with, marry and make a life with the sharpest, coolest, funniest, most rare, bad ass, tender loving, loyal man on the planet, my husband Don Imus.
A True American Hero
I don’t know why it has been so hard for me to write about my dear friend Don Imus.
I certainly know what he meant to me, my family, my charity, my hospital and the millions of fans that listened and loved him for so many years.
I keep reading all the beautiful condolences that people are writing about how much a part of their lives were effected by listening to him over the years.
But what most people don’t talk enough about is what he did for all of us.
In every sense of the word, he was an American Hero. His work with children with so many different illnesses and his dedication to their future was unmatched by anyone I have ever known or heard about.
Besides raising over $100,000,000 for so many causes, he took care of young people for over 20 years in a state where he could not breathe. Along with his incredible wife Deirdre, he created a world where children were not defined by their disease. That was a miracle! He was a miracle.
I will miss him ever day for the rest of my life.
I was blessed to be a part of his and Deirde’s life.
No one will ever do what he did.
I love you Don Imus - A TRUE AMERICAN HERO
David Jurist
IMUS IN THE MORNING
FIRST DAY BACK!
Imus Ranch Foundation
The Imus Ranch Foundation was formed to donate 100% of all donations previously devoted to The Imus Ranch for Kids with Cancer to various other charities whose work and missions compliment those of the ranch. The initial donation from The Imus Ranch Foundation was awarded to Tackle Kids Cancer, a program of The HackensackUMC Foundation and the New York Giants.
Please send donations to The Imus Ranch Foundation here:
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A Tribute To Don Imus
Children’s Health Defense joins parents of vaccine-injured children and advocates for health freedom in remembering the life of Don Imus, a media maverick in taking on uncomfortable topics that most in the mainstream press avoid or shut down altogether. His commitment to airing all sides of controversial issues became apparent to the autism community in 2005 and 2006 as the Combating Autism Act (CAA) was being discussed in Congress. The Act, which was ultimately signed into law by George W. Bush in December of 2006, created unprecedented friction among parents of vaccine-injured children and members of Congress; parents insisted that part of the bill’s billion-dollar funding be directed towards environmental causes of autism including vaccines, while most U.S. Senators and Representatives tried to sweep any such connections under the rug.
News Articles
Don Imus, Divisive Radio Shock Jock Pioneer, Dead at 79 - Imus in the Morning host earned legions of fans with boundary-pushing humor, though multiple accusations of racism and sexism followed him throughout his career By Kory Grow RollingStone
Don Imus Leaves a Trail of Way More Than Dust
Don Imus Was Abrupt, Harsh And A One-Of-A-Kind, Fearless Talent
By Michael Riedel - The one and only time I had a twinge of nerves before appearing on television was when I made my debut in 2011 on “Imus in the Morning” on the Fox Business Channel. I’d been listening to Don Imus, who died Friday at 79, since the 1990s as an antidote the serious (bordering on the pompous) hosts on National Public Radio. I always thought it would be fun to join Imus and his gang — news anchor Charles McCord, producer Bernard McGuirk, comedian Rob Bartlett — in the studio, flinging insults back and forth at one another. And now I had my chance. I was invited on to discuss to discuss “Spider-Man, Turn Off the Dark,” the catastrophic Broadway musical that injured cast members daily.
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Reader Comments (2564)
Hi Don,
I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My older brother committed suicide just a year ago, and not a day goes by that I do not think about him. Like your brother, the words of the song 'I did it my way' come to mind. God bless and take it one day at a time. Play his songs, listen to his voice and remember the GOOOOOD times.
Peter
Dear Imus Family,
It was shocking and very sad to hear Fred passed away. My wife and I had gotten to know him through your TV show and really enjoyed his humor. I can't get his sudden death off of my mind.Time is the only healer.
I give your whole family very much sympathy and all our best wishes, here in Jefferson, Texas.
Chris and Lorraine Garrett
RIP Fred, you were a genuine average man !!!
Always enjoyed listening to Fred on the show. Down to earth and told it as he saw it.. People like him are a dying breed. Sorry to hear the news Don.
RIP Fred
We loved Fred, and we send our sincerest condolences to the entire Imus family.
As long time listeners (1983), we came to feel as though we knew Fred, and welcomed his presence as we laughed through our morning commutes. His regular Friday appearances were the best, back in the day. We enjoyed WABC's "Best of Fred Imus" on Monday as we dealt with the shocking news of his passing.
Our favorite Fred moment in recent months was his dating site debacle--hilarious!
Sadly, Fred never seemed the same following the death of his son several years ago. Hopefully they are enjoying a wonderful and blessed reunion.
RIP, Fred. When God created you, he broke the mold.
Thanks for the memories.
Lori and Chris, RI
Don,
I was sadden to learn of Fred's death. I can't imagine the pain of his loss is to you. I pray that your God will help you and your family through this strssful period.I will miss Fred's unique outlook on life. I trust that you will be comforted by the strenght of his spirit.
The words the Iman used when he finished an interview with Fred..."I love you !"... and Fred's return..."I love you, too !"...spoke volumes about their relationship. We greave with you. PEACE!!
Don,
I have listened to you and your brother for over 15 years now and I have always loved the crap both of you gave each other.
It reminds me of when my own brother was alive and how we bantered the same way, but always with love.
I lost my brother in 85, He was 35 years old and was 3 years older than my self. (Motorcycle accident, missing 3 days, I backtracked him and found him myself) That sucks.
All said and done, I miss him like hell to this day.
My condolences to you, I know how you feel.
Sincerely, Gary Rondeau
We, too, are long time listeners......we will miss Fred Imus....very bright, articulate and funny. Rest in peace, Fred.
Whenever Fred was on the show it put a smile on my face. I enjoyed listening to Fred"s insight on the topic at hand. Fred will be remebered and missed.
I would like to send my condolences to Imus and his family. I was very saddened to hear about Fred, but, he will be in heaven looking down on you (Imus) and praying for you and your cancer.
I will keep you in my prayers to.
Fred, you were a great man, and a good guy. Your visits on the Imus program were always a welcome event for me. I enjoyed your comments and point of view very much and I can't even begin to count the laughs you gave me over the years. You left us way too soon. Rest in peace my friend, you will be missed. My condolences to the I-Man and the entire Imus family.
Altho we only knew Fred, from our early morning coffee visits,via television, his appearances were always a positive in our lives...so full of wit and wisdom, we will miss him dearly. Rest in Peace, Dear Fred.
Mr Imus
So sorry about your brother. From everything I heard he loved you very much and you took great care of him. Peace to you and your family.
KP
Always enjoyed Fred on the Mondays after a Nascar race. NO matter what the subject he always brought a smile to my face as he did with so so many people. He had a way of reaching the everyday people, the same as you, Mr. Imus. May God Bless you and give you strength as you and your family go through this difficult time.
Fred was a simple man. Your segment with him was very enjoyable, always made us laugh. Don i know you had a soft spot and loved your brother dearly. Our prayers are with your family!
From California our prayers are with you and your family ,I tvo you at 3am everyday loved Fred ,My heart goes out to you.Hugs
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing, loved his outlook on life...
Prayers to the Imus family..Fred you were the real deal..always looked forward to hearing your views on the world. You will be sadly missed.
Dear Imus Family,
Do you ever meet someone or hear them talk and think, "That is someone I would love to get to spend time with." ''I Man' you and Fred are two of those people.'
God blessed you and Fred with enough foollishness to believe you could make a difference. And both of you have. Humor, and wit, go a long way in touching others. As does vision, time, generosity, and love dedicated to others. As you Celebrate His Life know he has a special place in many hearts, many he never knew.
Cynthia and Jerrell Strawn in Mississippi
(Jerrell is Levon's first cousin))
My condolences Don to you and your entire family.Fred sounded like a great brother to grow with.I thought is was great when you were about to hang up you also said I LOVE
YOU BRO.....
Dear Don
I as well as many others am a long time listener, longer than I'd like to admit. I have many fond memories of you and Fred and I'd like to add Charles simply mixing it up on the radio.
You guys created many memorable moments for me and many other listeners. Fred brought his own uniqueness to the show that anyone who heard him knows what I mean. He was the type of unique man that one cannot just mimic or try to be, he was the proverbial tough, honest and independent cowboy who will be greatly remembered and missed.
John
To the Imus family~
We are saddened about Fred's passing...Our thoughts and prayers and Baby Jesus are with you and yours...he is resting in peace...Susan and Larry Badalucco
I am very sorry to hear this,
RIP Fred
Our sympathy to the Imus family. We always enjoyed "Freds" on air comments. Smart and funny.