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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)
heres to fred,i have liston to fred for years,being a truck driver i listen every sat then rerun on sun.miss you fred,by the way fred loved gary stewart.i also loved gary one reason we connected. i played gary for the both of us.rip fred.
Lost one of my older brother 5 years ago, though loss losing a brother. I heard a song shortly after that "good man" by Emerson drive makes me smile and think of my brother everytime. Maybe it will for you, Anyways, Semper Fi, carry on Marine.
Godspeed Fred!! I loved watching when you were on Don's show.......................
Dear Imus Family, Even though I know you just through the TV and radio, I am very fond of you all. My heart is sad for your loss of Fred. I could feel the love you had for each other through Fred's appearances on your show. Baby Jesus be with you always.
Dear Mr Imus - I don't believe I have ever reached out to a media personality, but felt obliged to reach out to you at your time of loss. I have been listening to your show my entire career - I think over 30 years - as it gets me from Fairfield CT to Stamford CT every day with a smile on my face. My smile was never as big as the day I heard Fred talk about his laundry and missing canteloupes. I think that was the funniest thing I ever heard. I had another laugh when I saw your brother's picture for the first time the other day - I think you had always described him as bald and much older - so imagine my surprise.
God bless you Mr Imus and all of your family.
Jim
Please post the clip of the laundry and canteloupes so that we can listen to it again!
America lost another Country Gentleman ....In a Country where Gentlemen are few and far between.
The first time I ever saw Fred on your show, he was sitting at his kitchen table with a brown paper sack on his head, looking like the unknown comic, and he was talking to you on the phone. Once I got up off the floor from laughing at this crazy guy, I vowed I would never miss another one of his appearances. I just can't tell you how much I will miss him. Thanks for having him as a brother and loving the heck out of him.
I was shocked, and saddened, to hear the news of Fred's passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. I so enjoyed when Fred called in. I still can laugh, thinking about your conversations. I have five brother's and continue to be a mother and sister. Love and prayers to you, your amazing wife, and son. God Bless you, and God speed Fred.!!!!
I remember you saying that Fred had the land of the Ranch blessed by an Indian chief before construction... I always thought that made him a real cowboy. I will miss him...
I remember you saying that Fred had the land of the Ranch blessed by an Indian chief before construction... I always thought that made him a real cowboy. I will miss him...
To Don Imus and all of Fred's family,
It didn't matter the topic - his dogs, an ex-wife, something political - whatever - Fred always brought a smile. He was a special person loved by all the extended Imus family that has known him only through TV and radio. So very sad that we lost him. He will be missed by so many of us and not just by those who were so close to him. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Losing a brother is so sad.
Katy
Very sad to hear of Fred's passing. He was a very funny and insightful man. I read his book several years ago and loved it. He had a great gift to make so many laugh and to think. My condolences to you Mr. Imus and to your family. I've been a fan since you were in NY in the 70s. Sincerely.
Deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your brother. I am a long time listener and it is obvious how close you both were. I always enjoyed when Fred would call in to your show.....he will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers to you all at this time.
We live a story that we didn't write, we are where we are because that's where we're supposed to be and in the end we would like people to say you were a good person...Fred was a good person...rest in peace.
Driving and thinking last week from Florida to Austin, alot of it about you and Fred and your family, and I'm just so sad about Fred. God, I just loved Fred. It's been a real gift from you all these years, allowing us in on your real life so we feel we know you, and Fred, and Wyatt and Deirdre. Thank you for that. Thank you for letting me feel this way for Fred. The Monday show was beautiful, and I continue to think of you and your family.
Don and Family of Fred. When I listened to you talk about your brother you touched my heart in a way that anyone could see what family truly means to you. I know what it means to lose a sibling and a younger one at that my sister died in february 25, 2011 of kidney cancer, she was only 54.
I write to make me feel better hope they help you too.......
Don't cry for me for I'm not there, I'm in the breeze that fills the air, In summer you can see me shine, in the twinkling of the dew drops, as the sun luminates the sky, You can see me in the meadows below, and hear me as the rivers flow, In winter just look up and see, in one of the snowflakes that will be me, And in fall when the leaves fly down from the trees, Just remember... I'm in that breeze.
On the wings of an angel that's where I'll be, looking down on my loved ones who brought such joy to me. Remember the good times, forget all the rest, the laughter we shared was always the best. So please just remember when you look up and see, all the stars shinning bright ...one will be me, and when a soft summer breeze flows and wind chimes you hear, stop for a momemt just know I was near.
Thoughts and prayers are with all of the Imus Family.
Linda from New Jersey
Imus & Diedre, My husband and I DVR your show to be sure not to miss it. We both really felt for you and your family when we heard that Fred had passed away. Your demeanor was truly touching as we were feeling your grief. I had lost my only brother on August 29,1999 . It was the hardest thing I have ever been thru. We had to tell our parents that their only son was gone. I also remember feeling that you expressed, I had to call Allen whenever something happened, actually all the time. The last time I seen him only 3 days prior, he kissed me and told me "I Love You Sis" Of course I replied "I Love You too!" He lived life as a friends friend and would do absolutely anything for anyone, .... well... legal of course. He died unfortunetly at 5:40 am on a Sunday morning driving to Boeing. I went to work that morning and stopped at the local gas station and they let me know there was a terrible accident just down the street. I remember putting my hand on my chest and saying" I hope everyone is OK" when I got in my car. Hmmm I didnt know my brother had a head on collision with someone who was very very very intoxicated! Yes, a drunk driver had taken his life... My brother was 39 years old and here it is 12 years later and I remember his voice , his laugh and his undying Love for our family and all of his friends. I will say that you and Fred must have had some really great times together and those days are forever yours. You will remember, smile, laugh and cry, but mostly Remember, Smile and Laugh. We are sorry for your loss and share one thing in common, Our brother's were Incredible, unpredictable people who happened to make this world a better place. We will miss Fred on the show but I am sure he will always be around.
Lots of Love to You & your Family
I really liked Fred. It was hard not to like Fred. He had style and grace on the air. Condolences to Don and family and to Fred's sons and everyone who loved him. It's a funny thing how just a few words from Fred could really add something to the show.
One cool cowboy! I still have my FRED sweatshirt that I purchased years ago.
Don's calls to Fred were a highlight of the show. I would love to hear them as a CD.
Fred was a very special individual. The best line I ever heard him say was: "There should only be two reasons why someone should be in your home, #1 Fixing your appliance, or #2 having sex with you.
I heard Jim Ed Brown singing, I don't want to have to marry you, on the radio today. Fred was on my mind all the way home. I wish I could have met him.
Being a mother of 4 sons it filled my heart when Fred was on and you heard the love between the brothers, especially when they ended the call and said, "I love you". I pray this is how conversations end with my sons, a mother couldn't be any prouder. We will all miss Fred and his great sense of humor, our prayers go out to Imus, Wyatt and Deirdre.
I-Man, As I am writing this, I am going back and listening to an exchange with your brother from two and a half years ago. The two of you effortlessly went from peeing in the trailer park to talk about the stimulus ("He is so naive its scary"…God was he prescient on that one!). The two of you produced some of the funniest radio I've ever heard. The gift of laughter is one of the most special a person can give, and Fred did…many times over…God bless you, your family, and Fred.
Whatever topic he was discussing, Fred had the gift of getting to the funny heart of the matter right away. Loved it when he said he listened to the beginning of Prez Obama's last State of the Union speech but turned off the TV when he realized Obama wasn't going to resign! Fred had great timing with his jokes and stories that seemed to be getting nowhere until he got to the punch line... then we all laughed with him. Fred was gutsy and earthy but never cynical, a cowboy with a heart of gold. Adios Amigo.
I-Man, you have every reason to be proud of your brother: when the sun set on Fred Imus, that there cowboy was... JUSTIFIED!
I can only imagine how the two of you spent your entire lives sharing each others triumphs and hardships and knowing how you could depend on the other to be there. Beyond how well you pulled off some of the greatest bits on your show together, the way you told Fred "you loved him" showed me a side of you that was so honest and humble. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your familly and all those who knew Fred well who are sharing your loss in their own way. Godspeed Fred Imus, he rides with the Angles for eternity. We will miss his style and dry humor and that look he only had of the world around him.