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Discussion in 'Steelers Talk' started by steeler guru, Jan 22, 2017.

  1. steeler guru

    steeler guru Well-Known Member

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    I've mentioned before that for the past 4 months I've been living in the Hospice at Fort Meade VA hospital in Sturgis S.D. [E Ward, room 113 is Steeler Country around here].

    I'm dying from end stage cardio vascular disease. I won't be around for next season, so I just watched my last Steeler game.

    I've been a Steeler fan for exactly 50 years. For 6 months out of every year I have enjoyed the Steelers, even when life was handing me lemons.

    I've traveled and lived in different parts of the country, and people would often ask me where i was from, and when I said "The Pittsburgh area", they almost always replied "Steeler fan, eh".
    That always made me smile.

    And it's great when you are in some city or state wearing your Steeler shirt, and Steeler Nation always gives you a shout out.

    I guess I'm done here, and won't be back to this forum.:drinks:
     
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  2. DSteelerCT

    DSteelerCT Well-Known Member

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    Man, there's some perspective for us all. My best wishes to you and your family
     
  3. blountforcetrauma

    blountforcetrauma Well-Known Member

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    Stick around man! It aint over til it's over!
     
  4. Jball

    Jball Well-Known Member

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    Godspeed sir. :drinks:
     
  5. 86WardsWay

    86WardsWay Well-Known Member

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  6. Bgunn

    Bgunn Well-Known Member

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    May God bless you with eternal life and may he/she bless your family and friends with peace. As Jimmy V said, don't give up, don't ever give up.
     
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  7. STEELWARRIOR

    STEELWARRIOR Well-Known Member

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    God Bless!!!! It's been a pleasure Sir!!!
     
  8. AskQuestionsLater

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    I wish you all the best good sir. Godspeed and best wishes!
     
  9. SDOT

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    Sorry, Tomlin let you down one last time.
     
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  10. bleednblackngold

    bleednblackngold Well-Known Member

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    Sorry that had to be the last you see. God Bless, and try to think of all the good times.
     
  11. bigbenhotness

    bigbenhotness Well-Known Member

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    Sorry buddy it didn't end the way we all wanted to. I salute to you sir.
     
  12. GoalLine

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  13. blackandgoldpatrol

    blackandgoldpatrol Well-Known Member

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    God bless, and God speed..... I admire your courage through this trial, and pray for strength for you and your family going forward
     
  14. SC Gamecock

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    God bless guru. Your post puts it all in perspective.

    When your number is called, may you have the best seat in the house for eternity!
     
  15. nofieldfive

    nofieldfive Well-Known Member

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    However long you have I hope it is peaceful and that you are able find some enjoyment with your family and roommates at the hospital -
     
  16. SteelGurl

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    May God Bless you and your loved ones!!
     
  17. Ender

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    Godspeed, guru.
     
  18. thorn058

    thorn058 Well-Known Member

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    If this was the truly the lasthe I'm glad you got a chance to become a member of this community. No worries, no fears, just good memories and good journey. Until the next life, Steeler Nation will support you.
     
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  19. SteelerJJ

    SteelerJJ Well-Known Member

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    My heart goes out you friend.
     
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  20. JAD

    JAD Well-Known Member

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    God bless you Steeler Guru, loved reading your posts. Will pray for you, just don't give up.
     
  21. Da Stellars

    Da Stellars Well-Known Member

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    God Bless. May the lord give you comfort.
     
  22. 08SteelCurtain

    08SteelCurtain Well-Known Member

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    I fear my own mortality. I think you have a lot of courage to be accepting. Bless you, sir. I hope things take a turn for the best for you.
     
  23. shadowmaker

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  24. SocalSteeler

    SocalSteeler Well-Known Member

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    God Bless and may you join Steeler Nation in heaven. I will never forget your post, really puts things into perspective. Black n Gold will be waiting for you...
     
  25. tangofoxwhiskey

    tangofoxwhiskey Well-Known Member

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