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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)
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. A very sad day. Loved when he was on the show and his funny quips; two especially make me laugh every time I think of them. Watching State of the Union speech long enough to realize he wasn't resigning and stuffing Megan in his double wide door frame trying to shove her out. I know I could be around this person all day long. God Bless you Fred and family. RIP
May i extend my deepest sympathies to your family RIP Fred
Don,
Sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed it when your brother was on your show. I lost my father and a sister, this past year, so I know how difficult it is. May God bless you, your brother and your family.
All My Love,
John
My favorite Fred Imus story is the one where he lost the cantelopes in his trailer... God bless you Fred Imus; thank you for being part of my morning commute every so often these past 23 years... and God bless you Don Imus for everything you do for those in need...
Zach K
Blauvelt NY
Saddened to hear of the loss of your brother. My sincere condolences to his family, Don Imus and family; friends and colleagues of both Fred and Don Imus. Fred was a character in all respects and is insight and wisdom and tongue-in-cheek remarks will be missed. God Bless.
Gonna miss ya Cowboy,
say hi to Johnny Cash and all the rest for me...
Big Fan,
Li'l Ben
Very sorry to hear about Fred's premature passing. I always enjoyed him on the show. May God bless and comfort you and your family in your time of mourning.
Fred was a funny and genuine fellow. May the grace of God grant you and your family peace now and throughout the coming days.
We watch your show every morning and came to love your brother, Fred. Our hearts hurt for you and your family. He captured our hearts with his wit and wisdom. How very very sad for you who knew him so intimately to lose this special person. Blessings, Pat & Sherwood
What a character! Talk about the Real Deal!
I am so sorry for all the Imus Clan and Fred's friends, they must feel a tremendous loss.
A unique and funny man, in many ways he set the standard for the other show guests.
When Charles left I went through a mini depression that my freinds (non-listeners) cound not understand.
Now I am crying like I've lost my dog.
Take care Fred!
Imus, you too!
Dear Imus family,
Our family was deeply saddened to hear of Fred's passing. We loved hearing him on your show as he always brought a smile to our face. If I may quote an old Irish saying " Death leaves a heartache no one can heal ~ Love leaves a memory no one can steal"!
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.
Ginger
Fred, You outlook on the world always brought a different view than most people had but always made sense. We will miss you. My condolences to your family.
JD Danbury, CT
Dear Mr. Imus:
I have decades of wonderful and happy memories of your show and also from working with other volunteers on your radiothon going back to the days when we were volunteering on West 58th Street.
My husband and I came with hundreds of your fans to Arizona and we went to Santa Fe even though your trip was cancelled. We stopped at your lovely shop and I bought a beautiful black hat. The salesperson brought that hat to Fred who was kind enough to sign the band inside the hat. I cannot tell you how many laugh-out-loud times I enjoyed when Fred was on your show. He was such a character and a treasure.
I was shocked to hear news. We are so sorry for your great loss. Our sympathy and prayers for the Imus Family.
Maddalena
New York, NY
dear i man and family i listened to uour radio show for over 25 years and always enjoyed fred when he was on your show. my deepest sympathy to deidre, wyatt,the i man and allthe family rest in peace. jeanne colavito.
As an "Imus in The Morning" fan from Day #1 on WNBC-AM, I've always enjoyed Fred Imus's sly wit, while appreciating how he contributed to the "Imus in The Morning" entertainment heritage. That heritage comprised "Four Legged Fred", Autobody Express, the missing watermelon, Donny Imus's football heroics, and Fred's delivery and timing as he gently, humorously busted his brother and anyone else who was in Fred's crosshairs. As it happens, sadly, Fred was really on his game during his recent call-ins. He sounded great. The man lived his life as he wanted, and leaves an indelible entertainment memory. May God bless and rest this gentleman's soul.
Imus:
So sad and surprised upon hearing the sad news of your brother, Fred passing on
You two were so good together, Fred refused to change and you lovingly always let Fred be Fred
I always respected the way that you quietly made sure that your brother Fred was always safe and comfortable
Imus when you go to bed tonight, take comfort in knowing that you were a great brother to Fred and that he loved you as much as you loved him !!!!
PS Your Mother and Father would be very proud of the Imus brothers and the love and respect you had for each other
It will be sad that the two of you will never be together again, but it was a very good run.
Love you Imus
Larry Schillings
Morristown NJ
My father was a huge fan, who, like Fred, died at the age of 69. Far too young. My brother got your book (signed by you and Fred) as a gift for my dad. I think listening to your show, the back and forth with your brother, was one of the few pleasures my dad had while on this earth (other than his family and friends). Thank you, Don and Fred for making us laugh. R.I.P. Christine O.
Imus ~
I have been listening to you since the 70's and you are a part of my every weekday morning. I was so shocked and sad to hear that your brother Fred has died. I have had a younger sister pass, and I know the heartbreak you are feeling. My deepest condolences on your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathleen
I always enjoyed the banter between the two brothers and how each signed off with "I love you." It made my time commuting to work tolerable and fun. Their voices became so familiar to me over the years that I felt as though I knew them personally. I was surprised to hear of Fred's death this morning, and I would like to express my condolences to the family.
Rest in peace, Fred. You always put a smile on my face. I will miss and never forget the sound of your voice on the radio.
I-Man, so sorry to hear of Fred's death. He was a funny character with a laid-back personality.
I always enjoyed when he was on the show. My "all time" favorite Fred line was one that he said recently, regarding whether or not he watched Obama's speech on TV. His answer was, "I watched it for about 5 minutes, up until the point when I realized he wasn't going to resign". Great line! God bless!
We always enjoyed the segments that you were on in the morning. Gone too soon...our condolenses go to the family and esp. Don as you never get over losing a brother--we both have and there are times whn you would just like to sit with them one more time. I was always impressed by your ending...I Love You...from two "crusty" old characters, it was very touching.
Dear Imus:
Fred's speaking voice reminded me of Willie Nelson's singing voice. I could always detect a proud smile in your voice when Fred was on your show. You are very lucky to have all of those radio show archives to rely on when you want to hear Fred's voice, remember his humor and enjoy the wonderful camaraderie that the two of you shared. I'm sorry for your loss but happy that you shared Fred with us.
Thank you,
Deb
Westport, CT
Fred was what Don really wanted (wants) to be inside. They both had a great sense of humor but Fred was always the "innocent smuck" who really more often than not got the last laugh. I will never forget the web cam and interview where Fred had the blow up female doll - I laughed until I was crying
Fred - You were a delightful ol' fart. Heaven's (or Hell's) angels are in for the time of their Lifes!! (or After Lifes - as it were). Thanks for Years of good vibes.