Posted on 03/13/2010 8:34:06 PM PST by grellis
I just received the very sad news that Michigan freeper Westlander has lost his battle with cancer. Joe died on March 4.
I cannot express well enough how much I will miss Joe. His loss will be felt throughout the whole forum, and especially by those of us here in Michigan who have come to know him so well the last six years. The mitten board will not be the same without him.
My thoughts and prayers are with Joe's wife, Pat, and his friends and family. May God bring them comfort in their time of need.
Godspeed, Joe.
Prayers sent.
May Joe rest in peace, and may his family be consoled by the Love of God.
Eterneal rest grant unto them, O Lord.
May they rest in peace. Amen.
His last post....
Why you are glad you are not in France-Obama & parades during the 126th edition of the Nice Carnival
February-13-10 10:42:50 PM · 22 of 36
Westlander to JoeProBono
WWJWT ? (what would john wayne think)
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Just got back from NYC so sorry to hear this will be dearly missed!
Thanks grellis.
Prayers lifted.
Too Many, too young.
Prayers
Condolences to all Westlander’s friends and family. He is missed.
I couldn't agree more. *sigh*
Thanks fanfan.
Your welcome.
Prayers for Joe and family.
RIP
Prayers for a glorious homecoming for Westlander and comfort and strength for his family.
Until we meet again in Heaven, he is at peace at last.
Prayers for his beloved family during their time of grief, and for the dear friends he left behind.
[Peter @ the gates] make way... make way! FREEPER COMING HOME
rest well friend, we’ll continue the fight
Nam Vet
WOW! Thanks for the ping/post, grellis.
Condolences to Joe’s wife Pat and the remainder of his family and friends. I talked with Joe on occasion through Private Reply and we sometimes talked about getting together over the years...but...:(
...an OUTSTANDING FReeper and extraordinary at keeping us informed on the state board...:(
...I noticed he hadn’t been posting much lately on the state board but hadn’t a clue anything was wrong with Joe...:(
...one of the finest members of this forum I’ve ever had the pleasure of taking to...:(
...you will be missed, Joe. I miss you...:(
...Sheesh...:(
...R.I.P. FRiend...
...love :)
Please pass along my prayers to the Westlander family. John Donne said that when one of dies, the whole is affected. That is especially true when the one has stood for justice, righteousness and truth. Yes, all of Free Republic is affected by this death and we mourn along with the family who knew and loved him best.
May they rejoice in his life.
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