Posted on 08/26/2008 5:29:17 AM PDT by nuconvert
LOS ANGELES - Dave Freeman, co-author of "100 Things to Do Before You Die," a travel guide and ode to odd adventures that inspired readers and imitators, died after hitting his head in a fall at his home. He was 47.
Freeman died Aug. 17 after the fall at his Venice home, his father, Roy Freeman, told the Los Angeles Times on Monday.
An advertising agency executive, Freeman co-wrote the 1999 book subtitled "Travel Events You Just Can't Miss" with Neil Teplica. It was based on the Web site whatsgoingon.com, which the pair ran together from 1996 to 2001.
"This life is a short journey," the book says. "How can you make sure you fill it with the most fun and that you visit all the coolest places on earth before you pack those bags for the very last time?"
Freeman's relatives said he visited about half the places on his list before he died
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Looks like he didn't enjoy his last trip so much.
By the way, how many boxes did he leave unchecked?
Publicity stunt for the follow-up book: 100 Things to Do After You Die.
1. Install non-skid surfaces in your home?
Was it a Gore hit because of his carbon foot print?
On the hole, maybe he would rather be in Philadelphia.
Seriously though, May he know that regret for what he didn’t accomplish here is nothing compared to the joy of meeting his maker.
2. Don’t tempt God for He enjoys a good laugh now and again.
#99. Remove 8 inch spike from center of Steering Wheel.
#100. Remove Teflon from bathroom floor
How sad and ironic. My sympathies to his family and friends.
Fall at, or fall off of his home?
Sad story for a young life.
Makes me thankful this morning to have today.
“Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth.” Pro. 27:1
William Holden did it so at least he is in good company.
Rest In Peace
As one of my acquaintances always signed her email, “Live every day as if it is your last. That way, you’ll live a full live and never have regrets.”
It sounds as if that’s what Mr. Freeman was doing. Many prayers to his family.
How tragic. I guess I will settle for my boring life of not completing those 100 things. Prayers to him and family. Heaven will be a blast for him.
Live each day as if it is your last. One day you’ll be right.
RIP.
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