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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)
Even when he didn't have anything to offer - no material prepared - Fred would always bring a smile...well, at least to me - I don't know about The I-Man!
I'm sorry
Sorry to hear of Fred's passing. He was as humorous as he was real. Praying for the Imus family.
I used to love to listen to Don and Fred's exchanges. I laughed so hard! Fred was every man's man and he will be sorely missed.
I will miss those exchanges between Don and Fred. I used to laugh so hard! Fred was the home spun "every man" and he will be sorely missed.
Dear Imus Family
Your brother Fred could always bring a smile to my heart with his wit and humor
I will say a special word in my thoughts for your son Wyatt, who has seen his
share of heartbreaks this summer
Doug Petepiece
Ontario Canada
Gone but not forgotten!... "We'll miss you, Fred"......
Heaven is a little funnier and a little kinder today. Fred Imus - you will be missed.
Sorry for your loss, Mr. Imus. Fred was a good man that had a great number of one liners. Even his bad lines were funny . His riff about hoping for President Obama to pick a pitbull as the white house dog was absolutely classic. Rest in peace, Fred. You will be missed.
Will be missed by family and viewers always enjoyed when he was on with Don. Very Sorry for your loss
Fred was awesome ~ so many many mornings I laughed till I cried listening to his call ins to the show.
so sorry to hear about freds passing. his rushing game was very good also. r i p and godspeed.
Too sad for words.
Sorry to hear the passing of Fred Imus-- I really enjoyed listening to him very funny and down to earth kinda guy stay strong Iman and remember the good times-----Lee
My sympathy and condolences to you and your family Don. I lost my own younger brother to cancer last year and no one can truly appreciate the bond that exists between brothers. Fred brought a unique point of view to the Imus in The Morning Show. Born and bred in the American West, Fred's views resonated with a public that recognized a man who was genuine in his love for people, his animals and America. He wasn't the last of a breed but rather a unique man whose life experiences honed his country wisdom and his intelligence was often displayed in a wit as dry as the West. The love between the two of you was obvious whenever he appeared on your show. His appeal lay in his ability to cut to the point and offer up his opinion, politically correct or not. I don't think he had a mean bone in his body. We will miss him greatly as I know you already do. Take care Don, God speed and rest in peace Fred.
Fred, I loved your appearances from the Auto Body Express. You will be missed. RIP.
Don, keep your head up. You and your family are in my prayers.
The world leaders should speak and act as genuinely as Fred. Fly with angels, Fred!! Condolences to the entire Imus family.
Donna
Fred did for me one of the best things one human can do for another, he made me laugh. Many times over the years. His musical tastes are appreciated too. Thank you, Fred. Heartfelt condolences from our family to the Imus family. vaya con dios, Fred.
I'm a long-time fan from early Cleveland days. I was sorry to hear of Fred's death. I know you loved him and I looked forward to his turn on your show. Few are missed by so many. May you find comfort in our words.
Fred was the guest on your show I enjoyed the most. We will miss his stories and great sense of humor. He was your down-to-earth side and your best counterpart!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
I loved Fred's sharp wit and the fun he generated when he called in to the show. Fred was one of a kind. The Imus family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Fred was a mans man! He will be greatly missed. RIP.
Dear Imus Family,
I missed Fred from the day he didn't check in as often. He's the gruffest sweet-man (just like his kooky brother) you would ever hope to meet. RIP dear man.
Andrea
Dear Imus Family,
I missed Fred from the day he didn't check in as often. He's the gruffest sweet-man (just like his kooky brother) you would ever hope to meet. RIP dear man.
Andrea
As a longtime listener I was always entertained by Fred's appearences. HE WAS A TRUE EXAMPLE OF AMERICANA. Condolences to the Imus family