DIS oldtimers (well newtimers too) where are you?

[Barb]

Dear Judi, my long time friend, I'm so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts are with you and your family through out this sad time.

 

[Lucky4me]

Oh Snoops, I am so deeply sorry for your loss and your pain!
I assumed you were taking a break, but thought for other reasons.
Never imagined this because it's unimaginable. I feel like we all knew John through your stories about him.
Sending prayers and great strength for you and your boys.

 

[Disney Ella]

I am so sorry to hear about Snoopy's husband. I always liked her and was very sad when she was no longer welcome here.

 

[Tartan Tigger]

Judi I am so sorry to hear about John. My thoughts are with you and your boys.

 

[Dan Murphy]

A few thoughts...

Several folks here have suggested posting a separate thread, apart from this one, so more folks would know this sad news and be able to add some words of comfort. Between Judi and me, feel it best to only post here. Anybody who knows Judi either knows about this long running thread (the fact it is still running five years later), or will be told about it by others who care about and for Judi. Nobody who would want to know, or should know, won't know by this time next week; word travels at light speed on the Net. Even if a person does not see it for months, when they do, they will read all the posts from the last time they visited. For those who have had a shout to me...here, PM or email...thanks, always good to see all the people who do drop by this thread.

This morning, Judi asked me to share these thoughts with you....

So many nice thoughts and sentiments on the DIS. I am overwhelmed by all the prayers and good thoughts and would like to let people know that me and the boys are coping as best we can. They should know that my oldest son finds solace in sports - he's busy now with varsity lacrosse season - and my youngest is my artist - his new thing is filmmaking. Both boys are stoic and resiliant. We're all seeing a grief counselor who has helped us tremendously and as is typical with my family, she is now part of our extended "family" made up of all sorts of family and friends. Which really includes so many people there on the DIS, some of whom I've never met but feel a real connection to. I went back to work almost from the get go - I know from having lost my parents at a young age that in times of struggle the best thing to do is put one foot in front of the other and go about your routine best as you can. I do feel John is with us -- all 3 of us feel this. There has never been a doubt about that and instead of turning away from the Church after my mother died, I have found solace there. I'm at Mass every week and I feel his presence there with me almost as if he is sitting beside me. Its on those days I know I will go on.

If there is one good thing to be said about the DIS its that it brought a nice group of people together over the years.

Judi, you are as classy as always. A very special lady. This community aches for your loss, and this community is less with your absence. 's for you and the boys.





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[Buckalew11]

A few thoughts...

Several folks here have suggested posting a separate thread, apart from this one, so more folks would know this sad news and be able to add some words of comfort. Between Judi and me, feel it best to only post here. Anybody who knows Judi either knows about this long running thread (the fact it is still running five years later), or will be told about it by others who care about and for Judi. Nobody who would want to know, or should know, won't know by this time next week; word travels at light speed on the Net. Even if a person does not see it for months, when they do, they will read all the posts from the last time they visited. For those who have had a shout to me...here, PM or email...thanks, always good to see all the people who do drop by this thread.

This morning, Judi asked me to share these thoughts with you....

Judi, you are as classy as always. A very special lady. This community aches for your loss, and this community is less with your absence. 's for you and the boys.





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Again. And Dan, your last paragraph says it right. to you and to Judi.

 

[bsnyder]

Another old timer checking in...hello to everyone, and Dan, thanks so much for posting this, and for posting the message from Judi. I've been stunned, and at a loss for words since hearing the news, but just reading her message made ME feel comforted, because I hear the strength that I know is in Judi, shining through in her words.

Judi, my love and prayers are with you and your precious boys.

 

[JerseyJanice]

Another old timer checking in...hello to everyone, and Dan, thanks so much for posting this, and for posting the message from Judi. I've been stunned, and at a loss for words since hearing the news, but just reading her message made ME feel comforted, because I hear the strength that I know is in Judi, shining through in her words.

Judi, my love and prayers are with you and your precious boys.

Bet, long time no see! Hope you and yours are well, my friend.

When I found out about Judi's loss, I was absolutely devastated. I have never met Judi or John in person, yet through these boards and some others, I feel like I know them personally.

I cried for hours when I was told what happened. Of all the women I know, myself included, no one loved her husband more than Judi or was more perfectly matched to him. My heart is broken for her and her boys.

I don't know if anyone else said this already, but I will anyhow--Judi was not treated well by the people who operate this site. She did not want or need their pity, and that is one reason this information was not posted sooner. But now that it's out there, I hope she is comforted by the number of people who grieve for her loss.

Judi, Wild Horses came on the radio last night, and I thought of you and John instantly. I associate that song with the two of you always. Love you, babe.

 

[CathrynRose]

I'm so sorry to hear this. I sent Judi an email. I hope she still checks that account.

Gosh, I'm so sad for her.

 

[MaryAnnDVC]

This is shocking and heartbreaking to me still, having heard the news a while back. I did meet Judi a couple of times, and have communicated with her over the years, updating each other about our families, and she's always been a very special paisano.

So many nice thoughts and sentiments on the DIS. I am overwhelmed by all the prayers and good thoughts and would like to let people know that me and the boys are coping as best we can. They should know that my oldest son finds solace in sports - he's busy now with varsity lacrosse season - and my youngest is my artist - his new thing is filmmaking. Both boys are stoic and resiliant. We're all seeing a grief counselor who has helped us tremendously and as is typical with my family, she is now part of our extended "family" made up of all sorts of family and friends. Which really includes so many people there on the DIS, some of whom I've never met but feel a real connection to. I went back to work almost from the get go - I know from having lost my parents at a young age that in times of struggle the best thing to do is put one foot in front of the other and go about your routine best as you can. I do feel John is with us -- all 3 of us feel this. There has never been a doubt about that and instead of turning away from the Church after my mother died, I have found solace there. I'm at Mass every week and I feel his presence there with me almost as if he is sitting beside me. Its on those days I know I will go on.

If there is one good thing to be said about the DIS its that it brought a nice group of people together over the years.

I don't know if anyone else said this already, but I will anyhow--Judi was not treated well by the people who operate this site. She did not want or need their pity, and that is one reason this information was not posted sooner. But now that it's out there, I hope she is comforted by the number of people who grieve for her loss.

I know, huh?

Lots of love and hugs and prayers to you, Judi, and your beautiful boys.

 

[Planogirl]

Judi is one of the nicest people I know even though we've never met face to face. I appreciate her kindness more than I can say and my heart aches for her and her boys.

Dan, you have a truly magical way with words.

 

[Figment22]

Judi is a great person and a great friend. She is always there for others and it's wonderful to see the outpouring of love, friendship and emotion for her from old timers here on the DIS. Love you Judi!

Dan, thank you for the lovely tribute you posted. Beautifully said.

 

[jfoley85]

Jon, I am from Newfoundland, Canada!!!!! Not really old but Hi all!

 

[DVCconvert]

Snoopy

 

[Mskanga]

Are you calling me old Dan ? I guess you must be right because I don't even remember when I found this place except that it was a longgggggggggggg timeeeeeeeeeee ago.

I still stop by every now and then and I post every blue moon. I am stunned about the Judi's news , she is one of the sweetest people I have ever met. My heart goes out to her and the boys.

One just never knows what life has in store for them , I never thought one of my children would get cancer and it happened. I am in shock to learn John passed away so suddenly.

 

[Mysteria]

Judi I am so very sorry for your loss.

 

[NMAmy]

Judi, my friend, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I'm heartbroken for you and your boys. I've read your posts about your family over the years and the love you had for each other just came shining through.

Love you, pal. Email me if you'd like to chat.

 

[Saffron]

You are such a good friend to so many, Dan. Beautiful words for cherished friends, both Judi and John. Thank you for sharing both your memories and your heartfelt thoughts with us all ... those who still hang here at the DIS and those who pop in once in awhile during times that bring us back together.

Judi ... I hope this outpouring of love brings you a bit of peace when times are hard, knowing you and the boys are being held close to the hearts of those whose lives you have touched.

 

[janette]

Thank you Dan, you always have just the right words. My heart continues to ache for her and the boys.

It is good to see so many old timers too, Judi is correct what ever our feelings are about this place it has brought many of us together and that has been a wonderful thing.

 

[Buckalew11]

I don't know if anyone else said this already, but I will anyhow--Judi was not treated well by the people who operate this site. She did not want or need their pity, and that is one reason this information was not posted sooner. But now that it's out there, I hope she is comforted by the number of people who grieve for her loss.

So true. It was a pretty unbelievable thing to happen. Truth is, the people who come here form bonds and mean much more to one another than those who operate it. I learned that a long, long time ago--live and in person.

Love ya, JJ!

You are such a good friend to so many, Dan. Beautiful words for cherished friends, both Judi and John. Thank you for sharing both your memories and your heartfelt thoughts with us all ... those who still hang here at the DIS and those who pop in once in awhile during times that bring us back together.

Judi ... I hope this outpouring of love brings you a bit of peace when times are hard, knowing you and the boys are being held close to the hearts of those whose lives you have touched.

"Saffron", I just want to say hi and I miss seeing you around. Hope all is well with you and maybe someday we can move forward. Life is just too short.