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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)
Thank you Fred for your wonderful humor it started my day with a smile, see you down the road.
I was so sorry to hear about your brother Fred! I loved it when he was on your show. I could feel how close you were to him. I lost my dear brother in May 2009 so I know the pain you feel. Time helps a little, memories help more. Bless you Imus.
I have been an Imus fan since that first week in December 1971 when Don Imus emerged on WNBC with satirical guns blazing looking to take on NYC's #1 radio personality at the time, John Gambling. Over course, I did not become acquainted with Fred until decades later when he and his older brother would periodically engage in hilarious, off-the-wall banter. Fred could make you cringe at times, but he was never dull and always true to himself. I was heartened to see Fred featured on the "In Memoriam" segment on last week's "This Week with Christiane Amanpour". He was in good company: Former NY governor Hugh Carey and cardiologist and former NIH head Bernadine Healy were also saluted that week. Fred probably hated the Amanpour show, but it was a fitting tribute to a truly unique American who left us too soon.
Condolences to all the Imus family. Although Fred was a man of many talents, I will always remember him for the genuine love he had no trouble expressing. God bless and keep him.
Imus, Deidre and family:
I'm sorry for Fred's passing. On the show you used to say "you'll feel better after talking to Fred." I met Fred very briefly on The Hate Radio Rodeo trip and found your you claim to be absolutely true. He had a very special spirit. I have a bit of Auto Body Express gear that might be among the things I'd think of saving if this place was on fire. God Bless
I am so sorry to hear about your brother. Loss of close ones is difficult. My heart is to you and your family. Sandy
My deepest sympathy's. I loved listening to you and Fred,s Conversations. You mentioned in your piece Monday that Fred was like a Son to you. Fred is on the ranch with his son now. I lost my only son 20 years ago today and as you said Fred died of a brooken heart and thats probably the way I will go. It,s something you never get over.
Sincerly,
Fred from Ohio
May all the great memories you have of your bother bring you comfort during this difficult time. I hope more people tell their loved ones how much they love them while they are here to listen. Loved that about you And Fred, a True Maverick
Maryanne
My husband is recovering from a horrible home accident and while dealing with this I heard of Fred's passing. My heart skipped a beat as he, and you and your family have been part of our family for more years than I care to mention. We have been through your challenges, recovery, marriage, Wyatt's birth, the Ranch, etc. As crazy as this may seem, I feel (and I know my husband will when he recovers) like we've lost a member of our own family. I heard you say that Fred died of a broken heart and that is very sad for him and you all. May God embrace you with His love and comfort as you grieve the loss of your brother and friend, and the same to all your family and ranch family. I pray you have the faith to sustain God's mysterious works. Peace and blessings. What God has placed in our memories is never, ever forgotten!
A cowboy born beyond his time he made life throb to a swifter stronger beat. I never met you Fred but I'll miss you. Condolences to the Imus family.
I-man, Staff, and Family: I always enjoyed listening to Fred and his no nonsense look at the world. And I will be eternally grateful for his suggestion to bring Bernie and Lou on the air. God Bless. The Baby Jesus loves you all.
Mr Imus,
I have always enjoyed you and your hosts, well most of them. I enjoyed Fred equally as well. as yourself.
I also have cancer and I live with it. I like to run.
Prior to your brother's passing I registered for the Quad City Half Marathon in Moline, Illinois as part of a vacation trip to visit my son and his beautifull family..
I pray when I run, and talk to "The little baby Jesus." Subsequently I have decided to dedicate my efforts in Moline to offer up my prayers and pain during this run to God , for Fred s safe passage and hfor is greiving family and friends. I hope this eases some of the pain for all.
I always enjoyed it when Fred would be on the program. He was really quite the "observer of human nature." I am sure it is very hard to lose him right now. I can only say that he went on easily and I have always thought that was one of life's biggest blessings.
I feel confkictated about wrriting this post. I think Fred would have felt there was more im portant things to spend time on, like looking for those cantaloupes he lost! ( who looses fruit? ) Fred was the real deal. No pretense, he was what he was, no apologies. I mill miss greatly. Bill
As a listener going back to the NBC days, I could sense the closeness between the brothers. I, too, am very close with mine. Wishing Don and his entire family my hearfelt condolances. Just like a parent, a brother's loss represents an empty seat at your table that cannot be replaced. Your entire radio family feels your loss and wishes you well.
Iman and family, I was so sad to hear about the loss of Fred. Thanks to my dad listening to your show in our apt in Staten Island in the early 70s, I became a fan at an early age. Now that im 45 years old, my dad and I still look back at some of the funny shows we used to listen to together even though we were living in different cities. Fred's spots were some of our all time favorites. To this day we still and always will refer to the greatest salsa ever as Fred's Stuff. When planning a tailgate for our beloved Phillies or a family bbq at the house in Andover NJ, my dad and I always make sure someone is getting some Fred's Stuff and ask, will we have enough. Also, hoping there will be some left over for our eggs the next morning. We still wear our Fred T shirts proudly. All the best from our family.
I know I'm late but I wanted to express my sympathy to you on the passing of Fred. I've been a fan of yours for years and I always looked forward to your conversations with Fred; when his dog ate the parrot was a classic. Please continue to do what you do in the way that you do it; your show is a classic and so are you.
Dear Mr. Imus,
Long, long time listener. I loved when Fred would call in. One of my favorites was his story of the 3 legged dog and how and why it bit him. loved the obvious affection for each other. I will miss his down to earth wisdom.
Dear Imus
I have been away and decided not to have airwaves or internet my whole vacation. So I am sorry for not hearing this news soon. As a Imus in the morning listener from the first day you threw poor Joe Obrien out of his spot. I am deeply sadden by this news about your dear brother Fred. Having listened to you for all these years I cannot tell you the joy and laughter you and your brother have given me. Having a severely brain damaged son who is now 40 my wife and I have had many trials and hard times. Just know that you and your brother and your whole crew have given us some relive from the hard times we have faced. We share in your loss and wish you well.
Greg Silveri
My condolences to Fred's family and loved ones. I always enjoyed Fred's appearances on Imus in the Morning. Fred and Don's unique humor and bond always came through - even those times when Don complained that: Fred had brought nothing to the appearance. Thanks for sharing your life with us!
Our deepest condolences at the loss of your beloved Brother Fred.
Thank you, thank you... for sharing Fred Imus with us for so many years.
He came from the real world. He brought that world to all your viewers and we love him for it.
His humor was beyond description and we will quote him forever.
He's a treasure whose loss will be felt by everyone who waited patiently for his appearances on your show.
Fred's feelings for you were wide open for the world to see and we'll miss him greatly just for sharing that kind of love with us.
We think of him with chuckles mixed with sorrow.
He will be with you every day. People like Fred never go away because he left so much of himself behind... to live in all those privileged enough to know him.
I am a devoted fan who's been very ill. In catching up with my Imus shows, I heard about Fred... so please forgive this late condolence message.
Blessings and prayers for you and your family in your loss,
Victoria and Jay Wilson DC
My favorite memories of Fred were two times that he called up the show. (1) he was on a video phone with Santa gear on and said, "ho ho ho Santa needs a ho" and (2) when he said he listened to President Obama's speech for a minute and when he realized that the President wasn't saying he was resigning Fred turned it off. RIP Fred you were one of a kind.
I'll miss Fred. He had a unique sense of humor and outlook on life which many of us enjoyed. Kindest thoughts to you and his other family members.
My Fred and I have been thinking about a fitting tribute to your Fred would be to put out The Imus Ranch Record III. Only it would be a compilation of Fred's contributions on your show. We will be the first to place our order. We have both of the previous records. All proceeds going to the Ranch. What do you all think?
I can only imagine the pain the Imus family is feeling, as my heart is broke and I never had the honor of meeting Fred. Although I felt as if he was no stranger. He picked many winning football games for me. A rugged ol' cowboy who will be missed dearly. May God bless and comfort you Don, Deidre and Wyatt
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