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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:
Imus Ranch
PO Box 1709
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)
I will miss Fred on the on the Imus and Outlaw Country shows, but he is in a better place. RIP Fred, a true American.
so very sorry for you and the family - i never knew donnie imus was fred's son........my condolences to all. so many good memories on imus in the morning - he was funny when he opened his mouth - about anything. one particular was when he told dagens sister he would like to get her stuck in a trailer door and try pushing her out!!!!!!aaaaaaahhhhhhaaaaaaa so funny. may your love, memories, sense of humor, and our Lord help you all thro this loss.
m. newman
I'm sorry to hear about your loss, your brother and you were close. Our prayers are with you and your family.
We were so sorry to hear the news. Fred was one of a kind-a legend. We will miss his stories and his unique take on life.
Thanks for all the laughs. RIP.
What a tragedy!!! My family and I got to meet Fred years ago. Bob Sellman from the Auto Body Express arranged for us to go to the ranch and have a tour. Fred gave us that tour. It was just being built and he showed us where everything was going to be.I told him I planned on donating $5,000.00 to buy one of the first acres. He said, "Kid, save your money for college." I did donate it and am so happy I did. It is an amazing place. I also met Donnie and Wes on one of my trips to the ranch. One time Fred and the I-Man were at Bookends in New Jersey signing their book Two guys and Four corners and they both signed my book. Fred was a very kind man and I will miss him alot. I enjoyed his appearances on the Imus show. My heart goes out to Imus, Deidra, Wyatt and all of Fred's loved ones. Love, Geoffrey, Brian, Gary & Jeanne
Don,
It was always refreshing listening to the two of you interact.
It wasn't until I heard your brother say "I love you" everytime he finished a segment with you that I started doing the same things with my brothers. Those simple three words that men / brothers / sons never say.
My condolences to your family on the loss of your brother.
You always put a smile on my face......ruined my day when I heard. My condolences to Don and family...........we'll miss you Fred...
I always enjoyed listening to Fred on your show. You both made me laugh. Our condolences to your family.
I always worked my morning routine around Fred's calls to the I-man. I never had a brother and always wondered what it would be like, I hope it would be just like Don and Fred. I hope you find as much love and peace where you are now as you had here on Earth.
My condolences to the I-Man and family on the loss of his brother. Fred was a very funny and talented man.
Don I am very sorry for the passing of Fred. I am a long time fan of your television show and my favorite part was when Fred called in. Fred and I are a lot alike with a lot of similar ideas about politics and life. I live on the far east side of Tucson and could have been Fred's neigbor. Again I am very very sorry for your loss. I personaly thought Fred was right on about imigration and many other topics. Everyone that I know in Arizona are sad and we all love the Imus family. God bless you,Diedra and Wyatt
To Don & Family
The sod he loved, his blanket now
Beneath the open skies
His friends stand by with hats in hands
To bid him fond goodbyes
God bless your little brother
linda & bill buetow
pollock pines, Ca
(from he end of an old cowboy eulogy)
I enjoyed Fred's phone calls to the show. He was so funny. I loved his love of animals, how he kept water in his truck for his dog, how he talked about his horse. I also enjoyed his interaction with "Meagan". He will be truly be missed. Such a sweet, kind fella. Imagine how happy he is now with his dog and horse in heaven. RIP, Fred.
I will surely miss Fred's Trailor Park Bash on Saturday mornings. I'd even listen again to the same show on Sunday's. It was one big family, him, Missy and Don. They made my week and a bunch of other people's too. They were a part of the listener's family. They'd share their lives with us. When something personal happened in their lives, we felt it. Dear John's passing felt like my dog passed. Fred would joke about the ex's but you know he still had those connection's. Such a humble man. A true friend to his brother and family. They meant the world to him. He just moved on to the greater pasture in the sky. We'll all meet there someday. RIP sweet man.
R.I.P Fred Imus. I enjoyed when Fred would make his show appearances. As the Dave Matthews Band song says " Celebrate we will , cause life is short but sweet for certain".
Dear Mr. Imus and Family.
Please accept my whole-hearted condolences on the passing of Fred. So many things could and will be said; the likes of which I could only agree with. He wasn't just a periodic guest, but to me, an inspiration to connect and re-connect with my brothers on my Morning Show. I've lost both of them over the last decade and have yet to even attempt to fill that space on air, as the loss is truly without measure in any capacity. Prayers are all I can offer beyond these mere words, but prayers to all will be made. Bless you and yours, J.D.
so sad to hear of Fred's passing. My dad who passed away in 2004 was a big fan of both Don and Fred. each Christmas we would buy him gifts from the autobody express. Our prayers go out to the Imus family. I come from a large family of 5 brothers and lost one 6 years ago, it is not easy at any age.
so sad to hear of Fred's passing. My dad who passed away in 2004 was a big fan of both Don and Fred. each Christmas we would buy him gifts from the autobody express. Our prayers go out to the Imus family. I come from a large family of 5 brothers and lost one 6 years ago, it is not easy at any age.
Farewell to a genuine American cowboy. Via con Dios.
Loved when Fred was on Don's show. Just mentioned to my wife last week I wish Fred was on more often. I could relate to Fred as I lived in Tucson in the mid 70's to early 80's. Will really miss him and so enjoyed him and Don bantering back and forth and you knew they truly loved one another. God bless and my sincere sympathies go out to Don and family.
Fred was funny ang good man. Listen him many years in Imus radio going to work, This was before Imus nappy hose debacle) May god rested him in peace.
asslalam alaykum.
One time when Don asked Fred about the Presidents speech from the night before,Freds comment was "after thirty seconds when I realized he wasnt going to resign I shut it off". we just found that type or sense of humor refreshingly honest and funny...God Bless Fred, and don know that you have lots of fans in NJ who wish you strength in this difficult time.
What a tragic loss for Don and the Imus family. Sending you all sincere condolences and may you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have. It may not seem so now but grief is fleeting -- love is infinite.
I am so deeply saddened by the passing of Fred. Fred would say the things that we all wanted to say but were afraid to, My thoughts and prayers go out to Don and his family. Freds way of seeing the world will be missed.
Dear Iman,
I am so sorry about the loss of Fred. I always admired how you would tell him that you loved him before the end of every appearance on the air. That always made me smile and I hope that all the great memories will help ease the tremendous pain of losing your dear brother.
I listen every morning- you bring many laughs into my home.
Warmest regards and my condolences,
Laurie