I Like Soup Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 I just got into the office & this hit me like a sledgehammer. I am so numb right now. This is exactly how I feel. I haven't been as frequent around here as of late and when I got on when I got home and saw this thread, my heart dropped and the only thing that came to mind was "oh no"...I am terribly sorry for Mrs. Aqua and family for Rich's passing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Aqua posted once that he was about to go on vacation - the Florida Keys, I believe. I said: " I hate you." He responded: For some reason, that throwaway post (among thousands of throwaway posts) has stuck with me for years. Thinking of it brought a smile to my face every time I read an update on his condition. I'm not ashamed to say I've got tears in my eyes as I post this. My deepest condolences to Audrey and the rest of the Aqualung family. May he rest in peace. Awesome man, so cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peepinmofo Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Im sorry I missed the news earlier. Aqua was a long time member here, and while I didnt know him personally, he will still be missed as much as if I did. May God bless Audrey and her family with the strength to get through the most difficult time in your life. If you ever need support, please feel free to come on here and ask for it. Heck, if you need someone to talk to, get on here and any one of us would be more than happy to help you out. RIP Aqua - 5-16-08 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliaz Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 It is a testament to a man's character when people who have never met him in person are profoundly effected by his passing. Our condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Hugh 0ne Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 No big deal, but I'm running a 5K tomorrow morning in honor of Dennis McHugh, a member of the NYFD that died on 9/11/01. I will write Aqua's name on my bib. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 So sorry about this. R.I.P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peepinmofo Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 No big deal, but I'm running a 5K tomorrow morning in honor of Dennis McHugh, a member of the NYFD that died on 9/11/01. I will write Aqua's name on my bib. Dude that is a big deal. However minor it might seem to some, I think its a great idea. Put on there "RIP from everyone at thehuddle". Ill find a way to commemorate him as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 I always wanted to meet him because in this post http://forums.thehuddle.com/index.php?show...mp;#entry681574 He mentioned about him finding old bottles and we would have shared that in common. It was three years ago and I still remember that about him. He was the only one that looked for old homesteads like I have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 It is a testament to a man's character when people who have never met him in person are profoundly effected by his passing. Our condolences. very well said and accurate Cliaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 This is a real sock in the gut. I was hoping and praying things would work out for Rich. My deepest condolences to Audrey and the rest of Rich's family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqZmtq5LhFo No big deal, but I'm running a 5K tomorrow morning in honor of Dennis McHugh, a member of the NYFD that died on 9/11/01. I will write Aqua's name on my bib. Good stuff Hugh! I'm enjoying the music as I type! Aqua hears it also! I can't .................dammit....................... All I can say is: Rest in peace, Rich. Audrey.......you have my deepest condolences! Done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABearWithFurniture Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 My deepest sympathy to you and your family...Aqua will always be one of the great Huddlers...he will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 R.I.P Aqua, R.I.P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturphy Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Ugh... that is just awful. My thoughts go out to the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelBunz Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 This is a real sock in the gut. This is my feeling right now. I was just thinking yesterday, "Hey....I have the new little car...maybe I'll tool on over to Da Burgh, take Audrey to lunch and pop in on Rich. Maybe get Skippy, Max, et.al. to meet us. Get some serious karma going for Rich." Now I keep thinking, "I should've gone two weeks ago with the old car." Audrey, You and your family are in our prayers. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Just so very sorry. Please visit us from time to time here at the Huddle. Rich, Be at peace, my friend. Wish we could have been in at least ONE league together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxfactor Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 The pain is now gone and Aqua can now rest in peace. I am very sorry for your loss Audrey. Thank You so much for allowing us to bring a smile to Rich's face in his final days with us. God Bless you Rich! Couldn't have said it any better myself. We lost a great member of the Huddle today. Audrey lost a great husband today. I lost one of my longest Huddle friends today. I will very much miss Aqua and I am very happy that we did bring plenty of smiles to his face in his last few weeks. You people made me very proud to be a Huddler with the donations, the cards, the gifts, and the prayers. Tonight I will say one more prayer that I have from when my parents died that a priest told me was the prayer to help get them into Heaven. Rest In Peace by long time Huddle buddy. You will be missed around here. Audrey, I am really sorry for your loss. Please keep my phone number and never hesitate to call me for anything. Also, feel free to keep Rich's computer logged in here at the Huddle and join us on this message board anytime that you desire. Skippy, if you can find the time, could you please PM me that prayer? I'd like to say it myself. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqZmtq5LhFo Very nice touch Hugh. I Watched and listened to the whole thing. Rest in peace Rich. Audrey, you and yours have my deepest sympathy. Rich touched hundreds upon hundreds of people here at the Huddle. Hundreds of shoulders are here to lean on. Hundreds of ears are here to listen to you. Hundreds of voices are here to speak to you. Hundreds of souls are here praying for you. Please take advantage when the time comes that you need friends to talk to. Because of Rich, there are hundreds of us here for you in your times of need. God Bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 RIP Aqua. Audrey, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. You all will still remain in my prayers. God Bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 I don't often frequent the tailgate these days, and was not aware Aqua was ill.... I found out from a fellow Huddler via a phone call just this evening. He was always a character, and I enjoyed reading his shctick. Very sad news. He and his family will be in my prayers. We have all lost something with his passing.... obviously some more than others, but he will be rememebered by many, including myself. His legacy will live on, in so many ways... that he isn't really gone at all, just passed. Audrey, while I am a stranger to you, I wish you strength and fortitude at this most difficult of times. God bless you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 A very sad day for the Huddle. My thoughts go out to Aqua's family during these very trying times. I'm very sorry for your loss. Well said. A sad day indeed. I envision death as an endless nap and I hope for Aqua's sake this is true. A long, well deserved nap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 We lost a great member of the Huddle today. Audrey lost a great husband today. I lost one of my longest Huddle friends today. I will very much miss Aqua and I am very happy that we did bring plenty of smiles to his face in his last few weeks. You people made me very proud to be a Huddler with the donations, the cards, the gifts, and the prayers. Tonight I will say one more prayer that I have from when my parents died that a priest told me was the prayer to help get them into Heaven. Rest In Peace by long time Huddle buddy. You will be missed around here. Audrey, I am really sorry for your loss. Please keep my phone number and never hesitate to call me for anything. Also, feel free to keep Rich's computer logged in here at the Huddle and join us on this message board anytime that you desire. Skippy..You did an amazing job rallying everybody for Rich. You should be proud of yourself for such a selfless act and great exhibition of friendship. The huddle would not have been able to reach out to Aqua the way we did if it wasnt for you. Good on you bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avernus Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 wow...this is horrible news... I don't even know what to say.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gopher Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Sorry for your loss, Audrey. My mother is an Audrey as well.... You'll be in my thoughts this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Down Goes Frazia Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 thoughts are with you & your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjammer Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Audrey, you and you family are in my thoughts and prayers... Aqua was a good guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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