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Author Message   Glitch Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 12:34 pm:        The Great Smoky Mountains are a little less colorful now. A great true Mountaineer has passed. My Uncle Jimmy died last night he was nearly 80. No one knows why or how just yet. He was supposed to pick up my folks and his girlfriend (of 50 years!) last night at 10:00pm. He didn't show. Linda's (Jimmy's girlfriend) brother works at the Asheville airport with Linda, and since he was getting off gave everyone a ride home. When Linda got home she found Jimmy slumped over. He wasn't sick, that we know of, and felt fine. He was a Mason, member of the Lion's Club, and helped build Fairview, and the whole Candler area, back when dirt floors were the norm for many. He helped many get a floor when they weren't a priority. He was always willing to help. He was also a True Rebel. Other than myself he was the last motorcyclist in the family. He, like other True Mountaineers, was soft spoken, self reliant, stubborn, and never had an ill word to say. I miss him. I'll be off line maybe a little while. I image the Appalachians are a bit quieter this morning. I'm homesick like never before.   Jimduncan69 Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 12:48 pm:        sorry to hear about your loss. it sounds like he was a great man.   M2nc Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 01:10 pm:        I'm homesick like never before. I'm sorry to read about your uncle. He will always be a part of one of the most beautiful areas of this country. I can understand why you would be missing the beautiful country and people. My condolences to you and your family.   Spank Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 01:13 pm:        What a great story and I'm sure there's much more. Had a uncle myself with a similar story. Another great one gone.....not many of those left. Sorry for your loss!   Ducxl Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 01:40 pm:        aww,sorry for your loss.I can hear your fond memories.warm   Fran_dog Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 02:32 pm:        Dave, I am sorry for you and your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and Uncle Jimmy. Rest in peace Uncle Jimmy.   Nevrenuf Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 02:41 pm:        Glitch, my sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your family and may your uncle rest in piece in one of gods prettiest places on earth.   Sticks Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 02:45 pm:        Sorry for your loss Glitch.   Deadduck Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 02:49 pm:        Sorry for your loss Dave. Rest well Brother, we'll see you on the other side.   Smoke Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 03:07 pm:        my deepest sympathies to you and your family Dave. sounds like he was a great man. tim   Paint_shaker Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 03:36 pm:        Glitch, My condolences to you and your family.   Ratbuell Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 04:01 pm:        Our condolences as well. I hope you find the time and chance to head home soon, to be with your family, even if only for a bit. -Joe and Kim   New12r Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 04:01 pm:        Dang G!! We will be thinking of yall! Stop by if ya need to.   Hughlysses Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 04:16 pm:        Dang Dave, sorry to hear about your uncle.   G234146 Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 05:08 pm:        My condolences Brother.   Jerry_haughton Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 05:10 pm:        ride in peace Uncle Jimmy. our sincere condolences Glitch, please let us know if we can help in any way. FB&D   Johnnylunchbox Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 05:23 pm:        Sorry about your loss. He sounds like a real interesting guy.   Hexangler Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 05:37 pm:        Pegs down.   Xbpete Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 06:07 pm:        So sorry for your loss...   Birdy Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 06:15 pm:        Sorry for your loss.   Etennuly Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 06:45 pm:        "The Appalachians are a bit quieter this morning" Yes they are. Sorry for your loss.   Skully Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 07:04 pm:        Dave, I'm sorry for your loss. Keith   Bigdaddy Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 07:17 pm:        G, Sorry for your loss and we'll be praying for the whole family. If ya'll are coming up let me know. G2   Bcordb3 Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 07:55 pm:        Uncle Jimmy may you rest in peace.   Ulywife Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 08:55 pm:        Glitch and family - so sorry for your loss. Sound like he was a wonderful man. Godspeed Uncle Jimmy.   Sekalilgai Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 09:38 pm:        Glitch Sorry for your loss, may your sorrows be brief and your memories endure. Ken   Torquemonster Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 10:13 pm:        Well put, Ken. My prayers and sincere condolences go out to you and your family, Dave.   Brumbear Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 10:24 pm:        We all travel upon the level of time from who is bourne no traveler ever returns. Your Uncle was called from the labors of this world but there is much work to do in the Grand Hall. I am sorry for your loss and may God comfort you through your hardships.   Easy_rider Posted on Sunday, August 24, 2008 - 10:45 pm:        Condolences, Glitch soft spoken, self reliant, stubborn, and never had an ill word to say. Something to aspire to. Thanks for sharing.   U4euh Posted on Monday, August 25, 2008 - 12:02 am:        soft spoken, self reliant, stubborn, and never had an ill word to say. Not many left, our hearts go to you and your family Dave. Sounds like he really meant a lot to you. Like said already, if there is anything we can do let us know. You have many friends here in the Carolina's (Message edited by u4euh on August 25, 2008)