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Offline Ripsnort

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« Reply #30 on: December 28, 2003, 08:32:32 PM »
Toad, give Oz a punch in the arm (not too hard) for me if you see him. to a fine pilot, an undaunted OT poster and a great member of our community.
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Offline Dead Man Flying

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« Reply #31 on: December 28, 2003, 08:42:15 PM »
I've enjoyed 1776/Oz's posts here.  My thoughts are with him and his family during these difficult times.

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« Reply #32 on: December 28, 2003, 08:47:46 PM »
Oz.

I was hoping I'd never see a post like Toad's.

Best wishes for whatever lies ahead and on the other side.
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« Reply #33 on: December 28, 2003, 09:32:00 PM »
Godspeed, pilot.
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Offline Skyman

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« Reply #34 on: December 29, 2003, 08:02:53 AM »
ouch :(

i remember OZ when i was brought into the 13TAS By nexx and co

always friendly and charming it has always been a pleasure flying alongside u OZ and u will be missed by myself and many others that ur superb personality has touched  

OZkansas

u and ur family are in my thoughts and prayers
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« Reply #35 on: December 29, 2003, 10:04:03 AM »
Oz,  I didn't know you well but you played the game with zest & joy.

You've just landed your plane after fighting the good fight. Tired and shaky you taxi towards the hanger.  Time to exit to the tower & see what plans there are for the next sortie.

Figure out what plane you'll want to fly THIS time.  Take your time, rest a bit, for I know it was a long hard battle.  Then when your ready, head for the hanger & grab that new plane.

For I do believe there will be another chance for valiant pilots like you to soar again above the clouds.

Fare thee well Oz

Cya up there
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Offline Habu

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« Reply #36 on: December 29, 2003, 10:11:27 AM »
Very sad to hear this news.

My prayers are with you Oz.
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« Reply #37 on: December 29, 2003, 12:37:48 PM »
Oz, I have the utmost respect for those who fight until the end. My thoughts are with you, your family and your friends.
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« Reply #38 on: December 29, 2003, 10:09:40 PM »
This is sad news OZ in his Airwarrior days was a long time member of VMF-525. He will be missed.

to OZ from VMF-525


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« Reply #39 on: December 30, 2003, 01:40:27 AM »
First of all, I'd like to thank all of you that have posted. When I made my initial post, I wasn't sure he would be "up" enough to read this thread. I'm going to tell him about it this afternoon.

I visited him on the 30th. He was indeed "up" and much more alert than before Christmas. I think they may have reduced some of his drugs a bit. He says he isn't hurting but he doesn't really feel that well. He's pretty much confined to his easy chair or bed and food doesn't really appeal to him.

All in all, he remains in good spirits, concerned about others and still has his sense of humor.

An amazing man.
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« Reply #40 on: December 30, 2003, 05:03:57 AM »
That's just amazing Toad. I'm sure that his joviality and positive outlook is helping him. I hope he continues on fighting "his little friend".
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« Reply #41 on: December 30, 2003, 09:37:43 AM »
Great news toad!

Appreciate the update, keep em coming.
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« Reply #42 on: December 30, 2003, 10:10:36 AM »
Oz...hang in there.  Your attitude can pull you out.  Keep up

the fine spirit....a bunch here are pulling for you.



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« Reply #43 on: December 30, 2003, 07:15:53 PM »
Today at 1625 Central, Charles entered the "pain free zone" on the other side of the River Jordan. As it happened, I was the one chosen by fate to be at his side and comforting him as he passed over.

Suffice it to say that he was resting comfortably under the influence of morphine. He basically fell asleep for the last time.

God rest his soul. He was a good man.
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« Reply #44 on: December 30, 2003, 07:20:10 PM »
! :(

Riposi In Pace.
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