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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)
Cavuto's tribute to Fred was wonderful, it reminds us just how genuine and funny he was. It was always great to hear that Fred was going to be on the show. You know IMan, you didn't have to have Fred on the show all those times, and he certainly didn't have to appear either. Thank you for sharing Fred's wit and down to earth common sense with the rest of us for all those years. I know it is so very soon, but I hope as time passes, you will be able to replay some Fred moments for us. Our sympathy and prayers for God's comfort go out to you and your family. God bless you.
We wanted to send all our sympathy to you and your family on Fred's passing. We would love when Fred came on the show. He seemed to be able to say it just like it was. He will be missed by all who watches and listens to your show.
For the Imus Family: deepest regrets for your loss. I listened to Fred often and enjoyed his raido program--even told him so on facebook and I am happy that I did. Mr Imus I think your show this week was one of your best! I loved Fred's taste in music and thanks for all the music choices you made this week.
I spoke with Fred in 1993 when I ordered an Autobody Express shirt with the name Fred above the pocket. That's the way they came. I still remember how Fred talked to me as if he'd known me all his life.
Hi Imus,
Thought I’d say a little more about how Fred, and your relationship with Fred, and you yourself have contributed to my own life. I’d never listened to Van Morrison until your show (now he’s what I immerse myself in). I’d never heard George Carlin, had never heard of Tony Hendra or Kinky Friedman.
I’d never understood how difficult writing is till your show, I’d always thought of it, especially when it was comedy, as just people having fun. Had never realized how hard it was for you-all to come up with material every week, even more than once a week.
When these things started to penetrate my brain, I got the courage to start writing my own stories, and I used the discipline I’d heard from experiencing your show, to keep me on task.
I’d also never seen so much love alongside tough talk. Between you and the rest of the people on your show, between you and Dierdre, you and Wyatt, you and Fred.
The work you do at the ranch also got me to more seriously consider taking up volunteer work myself, and a year or so ago, I began doing hospice volunteering.
I loved how you picked up on Barbara Walters’ loneliness and asked her about it, loved you how seemed to care so much about Fred’s welfare, loved how you described him as dying of a broken heart, one boot on, the other off.
As you see, I have much to be grateful to you about, and it’s within this context that I am sending you my condolences. I’m very sorry for your loss. I’m really sorry you won’t have Fred to talk to anymore, and sad that I won’t have such a conversation to listen in to. And I hope you don’t go back to the booze and the drugs.
Well, it beats living til you're 95 and spending the last 20 years in diapers. Don, I would like to see assortment of Fred on video. All the phone calls from him were always just a photo on the screen. I'm sure people would enjoy some video clips if saved off anywhere. Unless MSNBC are holding it all as hostage.... or RFD.... hell, what do I know other than it would be fun to watch. Did I say screw MSNBC and Sharpton? Unless MSNBC comes through out of the kindness of their cold hearts. Screw Sharpton either way. Well, unless of course if he has Fred video. Doubt that will happen, of course. Besides, chances are the almighty 'Rev' will be taking a different post-life journey than Fred so that would erase all glimmers of hope.
Happy trails, Fred!
Dear Don and Family, Love to you. As a long time listener, proud owner of acre 32 and all time fan of you and Fred, I feel your sadness and loss. I enjoyed Fred in Scottsdale, and had the fun of being on his bus to Jerome. Needless to say we heard “How’s that working out for you” more than once. We visited the Ranch and there was Fred in his new expensive boots in the mud setting out the flowers. We also met Fred and Four Legged Fred in Santa Fe at the Auto Body Express and put quite a dent in your five million loss-fabulous clothes. . My day starts with laughs with you, Bernie, Rob, Lou and gang. May your love for Fred and the wonderful work you are doing for children sustain you through your sadness. Please know we are with you and need you in our lives too.
RIP Fred~ God Bless your family~
I will really miss Fred's wity comments on FB, and listening to him on Imus. I would hope there will be a book soon, about the life of Fred and Don. (Two modern Cowboys) I know it would be a great read. RIP Fred. My prayers are with the Imus family.
There is nothing like family to help you through the tough times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Isn't it heart warming how many lives you and Fred have touched over the years?! There will be 80 more pages of condolences before you know it. Thank you for years of laughter and learning.
I was so sorry to hear about Fred's untimely death. I can only imagine what a shock it was to you and your family. He always struck me as a rugged, straight-talking cowboy, like the Marlboro man, strong, determined, and opinionated. I think it runs in the family. He was also very interesting and I loved the banter between you two. God bless you, Don, and God Bless Fred. I'm certain he is looking down on you with pride.
My sincere condolences to the entire Imus Family. Happy Trails Fred.
I used to listen to your show on the way to a job I hated, and always arrived at work with a smile on my face. The morning I heard Fred talking about the lost cantaloupes was a day I got to work laughing. I've never forgotten it. Fred will be missed.
Been an avid fan of yours and Fred's for many many years. You two were inseperable and undoubtedly strong family! Thanks so much for the many years of sharing your feelings for each other. Fred I know you are looking down on Don and smiling and saying "Love you Brother". Condolences to the Imus family.
Greg
Moore, Oklahoma
My Mother at 85 introduce me to Imus, and then, of course, I met Fred. What a team. My Mother passed away two years ago, but I still remember her calling me after Fred appeared and at every damn break Imus took - "Where's Imus" were her words at 6am in the morning to me.
God Bless him and you, Imus - and all you and Deidre do!
kj
Dear Don, Deirdre and Wyatt,
We were so saddened to hear of Fred's passing.
We have breakfast each morning with the whole "Imus" crew, and it just feels like friends "shootin' the bull" and having some laughs. But, it was always a real good day when Fred called in. He always made us laugh. He was "A UNIQUE."
We pray that you and your family find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Your Fans,
Joe & Linda Smith
Savannah, Ga.
Nothing in this world like a true cowboy,
and we lost one when Fred passed.
My heartfelt sympathy to all who loved him.
I live on the southeast side of Tucson a couple miles from the RV park where Fred kept his rig, a scenic spot in the desert with a nice view of the Rincon mountains...feels just a bit empty out here these days. Congrats on a life well lived.
You spoke as if you were everyman's brother...always with humor, humility and common sense...thank you for some great laughs and words of wisdom...will miss you!
My condolences to the entire Imus family. Fred always made me laugh, but the best part of hearing him was that every word of his was genuine. I wish I had heard him on Outlaw Country. Neil Cavuto and Miami Steve were on the mark! You will be missed! RIP Fred.
Fred, you will be dearly missed for your incredible honesty, integrity and humor. May God accept you the way you accepted all of us: "for exactly what we are, no more no less"
I first heard Don Imus on the radio during the summer of 1968 on 1470AM KUTY in beautiful Palmdale, CA. I was a sophmore at Palmdale High school that Fall. I have continued to listen to 'Imus IN the Morning' on radio stations from Boston, MA, to New York City, to Los Angeles, CA, to wherever. Fred Imus was always the BEST
guest on his brother's radio show. His wit, humor and 'words of wisdom' were second to none.
So sorry for the passing of your brother.
Dear Imus, Family, and Friends of Fred: I am compelled to try to post a comment again in case you need further proof of how you all are treasured. This blog ate my first note so lets try again. A very good songwriter once wrote that you do not get "over grief, but rather, you move through it to the other side". Having lost my best friend and brother in law in the past year to a tragic motorcycle accident, I have at least some sense of how you feel. We have something in common Sir. I am confident that my brother knew how much he was loved when he passed away and I am confident that Fred knew that from you as well. May God keep you strong as you move through to the other side and may God wrap His arms around Fred until you can hug him again and simply say "I love you".
As a 20+ year listener/viewer it's like a member of my family has passed. As the show lost some of it's bite over the years Fred always brought it back to the edge. Reading other posts brought back a lot of memories of bits I've forgotten. Donny and Phyllis's posts brought tears to my eyes. On Monday Don said you died of a broken heart but if you could read these 87 pages of tributes I'd bet that heart would do some healing. RIP Fred....