Stl Bills Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 My grandpa was one the most wonderful people to ever live and was a true inspiration to me and a lot of other people. He lived a pretty cool life, and really did live to help other people. We lost him yesterday but he was able to go in his sleep with my mom by his side. I know a lot of people won't care because they didn't personally know him but he really was a special person to me and my family.......here is some cool stuff on him: http://www.journalgazette.net/apps/pbcs.dl...29952/1021/EDIT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike In Illinois Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Sorry for your loss, Stl. May he rest in peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountDorkula Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 My grandpa was one the most wonderful people to ever live and was a true inspiration to me and a lot of other people. He lived a pretty cool life, and really did live to help other people. We lost him yesterday but he was able to go in his sleep with my mom by his side. I know a lot of people won't care because they didn't personally know him but he really was a special person to me and my family.......here is some cool stuff on him: http://www.journalgazette.net/apps/pbcs.dl...29952/1021/EDIT Sorry for your loss Stl. Even though you know its coming, it is still shock when it happens. At least he went peacefully, and is now in a better place. May he rest peacfully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills44 Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 sounds like your grandfather lived a very rich and fulfulling life. Sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SageAgainstTheMachine Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 My grandpa was one the most wonderful people to ever live and was a true inspiration to me and a lot of other people. He lived a pretty cool life, and really did live to help other people. We lost him yesterday but he was able to go in his sleep with my mom by his side. I know a lot of people won't care because they didn't personally know him but he really was a special person to me and my family.......here is some cool stuff on him: http://www.journalgazette.net/apps/pbcs.dl...29952/1021/EDIT I'm very sorry to hear of your loss, Stl. I watched the youtube video and he seemed like a very great man. My own grandfather died a few years back...like yours, he was a war veteran and a quality human being. When the pain fades, you will realize that an 87-year long fruitful, extraordinary life is a triumph and not a tragedy. RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountDorkula Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 I'm very sorry to hear of your loss, Stl. I watched the youtube video and he seemed like a very great man. My own grandfather died a few years back...like yours, he was a war veteran and a quality human being. When the pain fades, you will realize that an 87-year long fruitful, extraordinary life is a triumph and not a tragedy. RIP to his grandfather and your quote sage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBud Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Godspeed Mr. GiaQuinta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 My grandpa was one the most wonderful people to ever live and was a true inspiration to me and a lot of other people. He lived a pretty cool life, and really did live to help other people. We lost him yesterday but he was able to go in his sleep with my mom by his side. I know a lot of people won't care because they didn't personally know him but he really was a special person to me and my family.......here is some cool stuff on him: http://www.journalgazette.net/apps/pbcs.dl...29952/1021/EDIT Wow, there is a whole lot there to be proud of, man. As others have said, wish you well during this period of grieving, but clearly this man kicked ass in life. As I get older, my fear grows that there just aren't enough Ben GiaQuintas or Sylvester Knickerbockers (my grandfather) in the world anymore. Those of us who had strong, accomplished grandfathers to learn from have truly been blessed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartshan-83 Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Sorry for your loss, bud. But he did receive a peaceful death...something to be said for that. Also, trust that people here do care when things like this happen. TBD is a community and a loss like this does not go uncared for. Whether or not I met him, you or your family is not important. RIP! PS - AJ..."Sylvester Knickerbocker?" That's one helluva an awesome name! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 My condolences Stl; he sounds like a great man. RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 May he RIP, Stl, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCDAWG Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 I am sorry. It sounds like your Grand father was a cool dude, and experienced alot during his life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrFishfinder Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 My grandpa was one the most wonderful people to ever live and was a true inspiration to me and a lot of other people. He lived a pretty cool life, and really did live to help other people. We lost him yesterday but he was able to go in his sleep with my mom by his side. I know a lot of people won't care because they didn't personally know him but he really was a special person to me and my family.......here is some cool stuff on him: http://www.journalgazette.net/apps/pbcs.dl...29952/1021/EDIT My condolences, Stl. I hope you carry his memories, forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cugalabanza Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 My grandpa was one the most wonderful people to ever live... My condolences. And cheers! to a life very well lived Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glass To The Arson Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 I'm sorry for your loss! Rest In Peace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Sorry for your loss, bud. But he did receive a peaceful death...something to be said for that. Also, trust that people here do care when things like this happen. TBD is a community and a loss like this does not go uncared for. Whether or not I met him, you or your family is not important. RIP! PS - AJ..."Sylvester Knickerbocker?" That's one helluva an awesome name! Very well said! I totally agree about how the people on this forum sincerely care about other members. I don't know many online forums where the same can be said. And yeah, his name was badass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Sorry for your loss Stl Bills, may your Grandfather RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stl Bills Posted July 12, 2010 Author Share Posted July 12, 2010 Thanks everybody, your condolences mean a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Ryan's Lapband Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Sorry about your loss, Stl, but your grandfather sounds like he lived life to the fullest. On top of that, he got to go quietly, surrounded by family. I don't think any of us can ask for more than that. God rest his soul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theesir Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Posthumous congratulations to your Grandfather for being an example to the younger generations... and best wishes to you and your family stl. Keep his memory alive. He deserved it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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