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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)
Fred keep playing those great country tunes!
Thank you Fred for providing humor in my life on so many mornings on my way to work. RIP , may the Lord be with you
Deepest sympathies from a long time listener. Hearing Fred on your radio program always brought a smile and a chuckle, RIP and God Bless Don Imus and his family.
None better. Rest and enjoy but watch Don from above.
Your humor will be missed.
Fred was an is a joy. Perhaps now he has found his cantaloups...
Sorry for your loss. I enjoyed Fred when he called in to your show. One of the many funny stories, that was so funny, was when he left his teeth on his lap and got out of his truck and ran over them. I laughed until tears came. God bless you and your family.
We'll all miss Fred, his unique narrative on issues of the day, those wild stories of all his critters, a man down to earth with simple needs, but seemed content. I too have a Auto Body Express wardrobe which will remind me of Fred for a long time to come. Our condolences to the Imus family.
I ordered my first t-shirt from the "Auto Body Express" 1-800-272-1957 and to my surprise Fred answered the phone. He was charming and sweet on the phone and I will always remember him fondly.
Don and family, I'm so sorry for your loss and will miss his Fred's appearances on your show. No more Fred (the dog) ate the parrot stories!
I remember back around 2000 I was at Hackensack Medical Center (Cancer Diagnostics Equipment Sales Specialist). I was on line in the Lobby coffee shop when Fred walked in. He introduced himself and the asked what we all thought of the coffee and pastries. I don't remember much of the conversation but he was a warm genuine man. I was shocked on Monday to hear of his passing...my condolences to the entire IMUS CLAN...
My condolences to all the family, I always enjoyed it when Fred was on.. you guys had such a bond that is not found in most brothers.you will have many good memories to share with Wyatt..
I was so sorry to hear about Fred's passing....what a loss. I used to enjoy the banter between the Imus brothers. My sympathy to the family.
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Fred.He was always a good guest making me laugh with his funny remarks.I will pray that he is with the Good Lord and hopeful that he will be remembered as funny, smart,and articulate.
Respectfully,
Frank Altadonna
Marlton,NJ
It's hard to believe that Fred's life is over. He has gone way too soon. He was adored by many & will be dearly missed.
The silence will be saddening, My deepest sympathy to the Imus family, Godspeed Fred, you will be missed.
Gary Taylor
My sympathies to Imus and family, friends and fans of Fred. Seems all this is too soon, But we will meet on the other side.
Susie
This past weekend I was surfing the Web when for some reason Fred Imus' name entered my thoughts and I decided to Google him. I decided to learn more about him and who he really is as a person and a man. Then on Monday morning I heard he had passed. I was a little freaked out I have to admit, but at the same time I was glad that I got to understand and know Fred as an man, gentleman, and entertainer...and of course let's not forget a brother and uncle.
Rest in Peace Fred...
Funniest Fred? How about the time he lost his Wendys salad under a pile of laundry, called the restaurant to cuss them out for sending him a rotten salad, then realized he was eating the salad that had been under the clothes. Like Don, I don't think he had a phony bone in his body. I feel like I've lost a member of my family. Love ya bro. Peace out.
I've listened to your show for years and the appearance by Fred never let me down. The humor that you guys have always made me hurt. I will miss hearing him being on the show and I'll always appreciate you guys telling each other "I Love You". I've got a brother that I always tell that too. He tells me also and that's something that will always be cherished. I can't imagine how hard this is for you Don Imus but you are well thought of in this house and will be thinking of you and family.
I loved that every time Don hung up the phone with Fred he said "I love you Fred." It always made me smile.
Went on to your web sight to see why you were not on Fox Business. So sad to hear of Fred's death. God Bless the Imus Family and may he rest in peace. He was so down to earth
Mr. Imus.... I enjoyed the many years of bantering between Fred & yourself. The loss leaves a void for your family, your staff and all your listeners.
May the Man above, watch over you, Dierdre & Wyatt.
Dean Georges
I was so sad to hear of Fred's passing. I am a long time listener to the Imus show..tv and radio.
I know the Imus family will miss him. The listeners will also miss his call ins.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Imus, and your family.
Fred was a good man, he always told the truth and gave an honest opinion. That is a great legacy to leave. I hope all of the Imus Family is comforted with your memories of Fred.
I guess Heaven was in need of another good ol' cowboy - they got a great one yesterday. Our loss is definitely God's gain.Love and prayers from Branson.