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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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Brenham, Texas 77833
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)
Don and Family
I was terribly saddened to hear of Fred's passing. I am a fan of your morning program, watching you on Fox Business Channel. I am also a fan of Fred's program on XM Radio. Both of you guys seem so down to earth and genuine.
One of my favorite moments from Fred's call into your show is the conversation "Megan McDowell" had with Fred concerning his getting "her" stuck in the door of his trailer and trying to push her out for a week.
I laugh every time I think of that moment.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this sad time in your life.
Kim
A lot of people sending in their condolences mention the "Love you Fred" that ended your brotherly conversations. In a lot of different ways it seems words can really matter, and with you and Fred I think it did..
I enjoyed listening to Fred and will miss him.
Dan Patterson
I have been waking up to Don Imus for more than 20 years and want to extend to him my heartfelt sympathy to him. The conversations he had on the air with Fred were always delightful -- they really put a smile on my face early in the morning. When they spoke, I could feel the genuine love they had for each other. Don Imus not only lost a brother, he lost a best friend.
I will miss Fred dearly; may he rest in peace for all eternity with our Lord.
Even though I never met Fred, I felt that I knew him. I enjoyed listening to his conversations with Don for a number of years. Rest in peace my friend.
I-Man,
The reason why your show will always be the best morning show is because you and your brother Fred, in particular, are and were normal men like the men and brothers who I know and love. Though I may listen to Hannity and Limbaugh and others, none of those guys are people to whom I could ever relate as a friend—really—and certainly not as a brother. You and Fred, as well as the other men on your show, have always come across as regular guys who I could easily sit down with and have a beer (or a carrot juice in your case). Hell, when it comes to ex-wives, I’ve even come damn close to throwing a vacuum cleaner through the front window; for me, few stories ever rang out more true or more hilarious than that one!
Long time listener, love the show, really going to miss Fred.
God be with you and yours.
Chris in Portland, Oregon
I am so sorry for your loss. I always loved your interviews with your brother Fred. RIP Fred Imus.
RIP Fredman. You were always so witty, down to earth funny and insightful to listen to. I loved the closeness that was so obvious between you and Don. He will miss you terribly. But your so many memories together will bring him through. Via con dios!
Dear Family Imus,
From the days of book signings in Madison Connecticut (TWO GUYS FOUR CORNERS particularly page 59) to his comments about the Martha's Vineyard/Nantucket Island Cup and putting up the winning score putting this iconic match up into the airwaves, relentlessly, while throwing brother Don off track., Fred Imus will never be forgotten by his fans. He had an Ansel Adam eye as represented by his pictures (particularly page 12 TWO GUYS FOUR CORNERS) showing one of his many talents.
With him goes my heart, but his humor and handshake (Julia's Bookstore) will forever remain in my memories. Good Luck Fred!
F-stop= 4 Speed=125 Underexposed, sorry I never got to call you:--- --- 1957 =-(
Sincerely,
Jim
I was sad to learn of the passing of Fred Imus, beloved brother of Don. I listen to the Imus show regularly while at work, and always enjoyed the conversations between them as a special treat. Sending my thoughts and prayers to Don and the entire family. He will be missed by many.
I was sadded to hear of Fred's passing. I was a big fan and loved his sense of humor! I was surely miss listening to him on Sirius radio! My heart felt condolances to the Imus family.
Myrna,
Scarboro, ME
I must mirror Neil Cavuto's comments and many others insofar that Fred was a unassuming observer of life that could express himself that I truly believe touched most everyone. A guy that was happy to live in a trailer doing what he was happy doing and that harbored no resentment to his much more fortunate brother, Don. It struck me years ago while walking under the palms in a small village in Honduras on the coast of the Caribbean on a medical/dental mission staring into a very bright moon with a night sky filled with many more stars than I had ever seen, just who are the fortunate ones, who are the truly "rich" ones on this planet? Imagining that the coast of the US was only about a 2 hour flight away, were those people the more fortunate ones or the ones in this rural community and surronding villages? I've struggled with that image and question since then, but I believe that Fred had figured that out for a long time and was incredibly happy for it. God bless you Fred and rest in peace my brother. This world needs more just like you.
Much love in Christ,
Dr. Harold Bissonnet
Conroe, Texas
Here's a small clip from a song I wrote in 1997 called "The I-Man Blues"which was made into a video and recorded @ MSNBC Studios by Terry Irving and Jeremy Greenberg. It aired for several years on the TV portion of the Imus In The Morinig Show! "Here's a thing that gave me a kick, Fred on the air with a blow up chick. Hey Fred come on back to us bro, with all the money that your makin' you don't need an inflatable Ho".
Rest in Peace my brother!
Phat Patsy from NJ
I'll miss you, Fred. I enjoyed when you called into the show. If I had a brother, I'd like him to be just like you. RIP Dear One.
" Always enjoyed Fred's visits on the show. The banter was unpredictable & always comical or cerebral! He will be sorely missed by his fans. Fred was a good man!"
at times like this ,i tell my family to hug those around you a little tighter. going through the loss of a brother,especially suddenly, is a very tough thing. look around at those you still have, remember your brother with a smile. its the memories that matter. if someone stays in your heart and in your mind they never really leave you.i am sorry for your sadness, fred made me laugh many times. i hope your pain and sorrow fade quickly,and his memory brings a smile to your face.
Taken much too soon ... but then, the good ones usually are! We'll miss you, Fred!
Rest In Peace Fred. You will be missed. I'll be praying for your Family & Friends.
R.I.P. Cowboy
Don, my deepest sypathy. I hope you know how I felt about Fred. He became a member of the family for a time. We always enjoyed his company when he came over for Sheila's great dinners, and always laughed when he left with half the meal in his beard, in a trail of hay and manure. He was truly a special human being. To say he will be missed is an understatement.
My cousins Cheryl & John bought Fred's furniture when he moved from El Paso. It's out at the ranch house in Glen Rose, Texas, still in everyday use. The whole family thinks of the Imus family everyday, (mostly positive). We all have been contributors to the Ranch. Hope you stay on for many more years!
Semper Fi!
Randy Jones
I remember once, the I-man was supposed to have the author of "The Happy Hooker" on the show for an interview, but she didn't show. Fred stood in for her, and Don asked him all the questions he had for the author. Absolutely hysterical.
I will miss listening to Fred on Dons show been listening for over 20 years.Fred was a good old cowboy and will be missed.My symphamys are with you Don and family. Gods speed Fred
Oh did I love when Fred came on the show. He had such a cool voice and manner about him, that I hung on his every word, especially when he told a Fred Imus joke. My sympathy goes out to you Don,you two complimented each other so well and I love when two brothers can close their dialouge by telling each other they love him.
Wow Iam just now getting a grip on Fred died.....that just dont sound right, since the first time I heard his show trailor park bash, I knew I found a home.....I love Mojo, Dallas, and Elisbeth.....but Freds show is the only one I wished there were more talking than music......and out of Freds 5 favs, 4 of them are mine............I can/could relate to him on almost every subject.....im 61 WV retired coal miner, he worked on the railroad, country music, 57 chevys, on and on.....it feels like a cousin or an uncle in my family has passed away.....I have been depressed all week.......I loved the stories he told of him and his brother growing up, my fav was when an uncle put Don in jail for pestering him with criminals in there, he stayed there for a while to.......and I lived in Cleveland, I was in the Air Force in Tucson........I am going to really miss Fred Imus. Craig Dameron
Mr Imus I am sorry about our loss.I have fond memories os Fred at Auto Body Express and will miss his weekend Trailer Park bash.