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Posted: 9/28/2020 2:47:32 AM EDT
[#1]
Please look after S this week Edward. We will see you soon my friend.
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Posted: 9/30/2020 3:26:45 AM EDT
[#2]
RIP
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USA
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Posted: 10/5/2020 12:51:56 AM EDT
[#3]
That's terribly sad.
My condolences to GB and Ed Sr. I can't imagine. |
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PA, USA
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Posted: 10/6/2020 8:22:34 PM EDT
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Damn, rest easy Ed, we have the watch.
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Posted: 10/9/2020 11:29:45 PM EDT
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I have been away for a long time and just found out about this now! I am so sorry! I used to correspond with him about site and ARFCOM store stuff, long ago.
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Posted: 10/18/2020 3:43:52 PM EDT
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Thought about you all day yesterday Edward. The pain of our loss was more poignant than it has been for a while, but it was a good day nonetheless. It was a good reminder that nothing should ever be taken for granted for we are guaranteed nothing in this life.
We miss you. |
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Posted: 10/31/2020 12:12:59 PM EDT
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I've been absent from the forum for too long and missed this.
RIP, Edward Avila. |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 6:42:06 PM EDT
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Converted a couple more 1911 shooters to Wilson this week! I know you are smiling Edward.
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USA
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Posted: 11/14/2020 6:25:54 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Radio_Free_ARFCOM]
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Ed's interview.
https://bbsradio.com/podcast/radiofreearfcom-january-25-2010 9mm vs .45 Beans vs. no beans. Ed decides it all. |
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Posted: 11/14/2020 6:48:58 AM EDT
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Damn he was my age.... rest easy Soldier....
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USA
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Posted: 11/14/2020 7:15:32 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Radio_Free_ARFCOM]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wparkinson: Damn he was my age.... rest easy Soldier.... Your avvy gives me feelz. Salute. Ed you were "The Man". There is no other. |
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Posted: 11/14/2020 8:47:04 AM EDT
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Just saw this, very sad . My condolences to his family and friends. RIP. Fuck cancer
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Posted: 11/14/2020 10:55:33 AM EDT
[Last Edit: AZNetEng]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Radio_Free_ARFCOM: Your avvy gives me feelz. Salute. Ed you were "The Man". There is no other. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Radio_Free_ARFCOM: Originally Posted By wparkinson: Damn he was my age.... rest easy Soldier.... Your avvy gives me feelz. Salute. Ed you were "The Man". There is no other. That designation should go to a person that makes everyone around them better, inspiring a level of effort and more importantly a level of performance you didn't know you had. Certainly they should be great at what they are doing, but it is what they bring out in others that should count the most. If you were blessed to know Edward, even a little bit, then you know he was that guy. No accolades, no credit needed, just a quiet man doing what needed to be done. S had your piece again Edward, but you knew that already. We miss you.  |
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Posted: 11/14/2020 1:54:29 PM EDT
[Last Edit: EdAvilaSr]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AZNetEng: Edward had this way about him. It reminds me of what I have always thought an MVP should be. That designation should go to a person that makes everyone around them better, inspiring a level of effort and more importantly a level of performance you didn't know you had. Certainly they should be great at what they are doing, but it is what they bring out in others that should count the most. If you were blessed to know Edward, even a little bit, then you know he was that guy. No accolades, no credit needed, just a quiet man doing what needed to be done. S had your piece again Edward, but you knew that already. We miss you. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/430646/20201004_165603-1628135.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AZNetEng: Originally Posted By Radio_Free_ARFCOM: Originally Posted By wparkinson: Damn he was my age.... rest easy Soldier.... Your avvy gives me feelz. Salute. Ed you were "The Man". There is no other. That designation should go to a person that makes everyone around them better, inspiring a level of effort and more importantly a level of performance you didn't know you had. Certainly they should be great at what they are doing, but it is what they bring out in others that should count the most. If you were blessed to know Edward, even a little bit, then you know he was that guy. No accolades, no credit needed, just a quiet man doing what needed to be done. S had your piece again Edward, but you knew that already. We miss you. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/430646/20201004_165603-1628135.jpg Edward was the best -and least presumptious- man I ever knew. He knew a lot but never made you feel like the least informed in a conversation His favorite shoes -which I have, thanks to his widow's graciousness- are a testament to his attitude in life where what people think of you is of little to no importance. They are well worn shoes which were falling apart, and every time he walked, the separation between the upper and lower parts would give the impression the shoes were talking  He was kind, compassionate and always willing to help as many as possible, while taking as little credit as possible. I miss him dearly every day, but I am happy to see he made an impression in so many of us in his relatively short life
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Posted: 11/14/2020 3:39:50 PM EDT
[Last Edit: AZNetEng]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EdAvilaSr: Edward was the best and least presumptious man I ever knew. He knew a lot but never made you feel like the least informed in a conversation His favorite shoes -which I have, thanks to his widow's graciousness- are a testament to his attitude in life where what people think of you is of little to no importance. They are well worn shoes which were falling apart, and every time he walked, the separation between the upper and lower parts would give the impression the shoes were talking He was kind, compassionate and always willing to help as many as possible, while taking as little credit as possible. I miss him dearly every day, but I am happy to see he made an impression in so many of us in his relatively short life Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EdAvilaSr: Originally Posted By AZNetEng: Originally Posted By Radio_Free_ARFCOM: Originally Posted By wparkinson: Damn he was my age.... rest easy Soldier.... Your avvy gives me feelz. Salute. Ed you were "The Man". There is no other. That designation should go to a person that makes everyone around them better, inspiring a level of effort and more importantly a level of performance you didn't know you had. Certainly they should be great at what they are doing, but it is what they bring out in others that should count the most. If you were blessed to know Edward, even a little bit, then you know he was that guy. No accolades, no credit needed, just a quiet man doing what needed to be done. S had your piece again Edward, but you knew that already. We miss you. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/430646/20201004_165603-1628135.jpg Edward was the best and least presumptious man I ever knew. He knew a lot but never made you feel like the least informed in a conversation His favorite shoes -which I have, thanks to his widow's graciousness- are a testament to his attitude in life where what people think of you is of little to no importance. They are well worn shoes which were falling apart, and every time he walked, the separation between the upper and lower parts would give the impression the shoes were talking He was kind, compassionate and always willing to help as many as possible, while taking as little credit as possible. I miss him dearly every day, but I am happy to see he made an impression in so many of us in his relatively short life |
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USA
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Posted: 12/2/2020 12:33:56 PM EDT
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I am so sorry to the Avila family. My prayers are for you all.
I used to be a regular on the boards, but have been away for a few years battling that demon C-bitch myself (we're still locked horns daily, over 7 years now), but I checked in to shop for merchandise for my son and then came across this post. Again, very sorry to hear this, and sorry I'm posting late. God be with your family. |
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Posted: 12/3/2020 10:25:01 AM EDT
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K got me some track time today at Bondurant and I'm going to put some laps on a McLaren 570S today. I'll be thinking of you as I toss it around the course today Edward. Tomorrow is the SAR show and Ill see if I can get through the food court without tearing up.
We miss you. |
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CA, USA
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Posted: 12/3/2020 11:39:02 PM EDT
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when you get to my age it's very sad to see a young man of this caliber pass. I have done nothing to compare to the quality of this fine man. Life is not fair, live while you can.
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Posted: 12/4/2020 1:22:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By The_Macallan: I am so sorry to the Avila family. My prayers are for you all. I used to be a regular on the boards, but have been away for a few years battling that demon C-bitch myself (we're still locked horns daily, over 7 years now), but I checked in to shop for merchandise for my son and then came across this post. Again, very sorry to hear this, and sorry I'm posting late. God be with your family. Prayers out for you, too. Kick its ass. |
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Posted: 12/15/2020 6:52:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EdAvilaSr: Edward was the best -and least presumptious- man I ever knew. He knew a lot but never made you feel like the least informed in a conversation His favorite shoes -which I have, thanks to his widow's graciousness- are a testament to his attitude in life where what people think of you is of little to no importance. They are well worn shoes which were falling apart, and every time he walked, the separation between the upper and lower parts would give the impression the shoes were talking He was kind, compassionate and always willing to help as many as possible, while taking as little credit as possible. I miss him dearly every day, but I am happy to see he made an impression in so many of us in his relatively short life Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EdAvilaSr: Originally Posted By AZNetEng: Originally Posted By Radio_Free_ARFCOM: Originally Posted By wparkinson: Damn he was my age.... rest easy Soldier.... Your avvy gives me feelz. Salute. Ed you were "The Man". There is no other. That designation should go to a person that makes everyone around them better, inspiring a level of effort and more importantly a level of performance you didn't know you had. Certainly they should be great at what they are doing, but it is what they bring out in others that should count the most. If you were blessed to know Edward, even a little bit, then you know he was that guy. No accolades, no credit needed, just a quiet man doing what needed to be done. S had your piece again Edward, but you knew that already. We miss you. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/430646/20201004_165603-1628135.jpg Edward was the best -and least presumptious- man I ever knew. He knew a lot but never made you feel like the least informed in a conversation His favorite shoes -which I have, thanks to his widow's graciousness- are a testament to his attitude in life where what people think of you is of little to no importance. They are well worn shoes which were falling apart, and every time he walked, the separation between the upper and lower parts would give the impression the shoes were talking He was kind, compassionate and always willing to help as many as possible, while taking as little credit as possible. I miss him dearly every day, but I am happy to see he made an impression in so many of us in his relatively short life Been 10 years since I lost my mom, I still talk to her and every once in a while when driving to work I feel her and start crying. They are always with us and will be waiting at the gates. |
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Posted: 12/19/2020 12:43:02 AM EDT
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@EdAvilaSr and the rest that have been in and out of this thread, I wish you all Happy Holidays and a Merry Christmas. The first holiday season after losing family or close friends can be tough and just want you to know that there are members on AR15 in Idaho that are thinking of you and wishing you the best through it.
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Posted: 12/25/2020 10:59:55 AM EDT
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Such a mix of emotions this morning. I am again reminded of what we lost this year and I am saddened because of the depths of that. It is hard to see people you care about in such pain, knowing you are powerless to address it or provide any meaningful comfort.
We miss you Edward, and I would give much to show up on your doorstep with lunch today. God Bless. |
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Posted: 1/1/2021 11:57:47 AM EDT
[#23]
Hope the Avila family is doing okay. Thought about y’all today.
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USA
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Posted: 1/6/2021 12:24:24 AM EDT
[Last Edit: DooMsDaYRangeR]
[#24]
RIP
Cancer can go to hell. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 1/9/2021 11:07:51 PM EDT
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Oh my word, I had no idea, I've been gone from the forums for so many years. So sorry for your loss.
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FL, USA
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Posted: 1/12/2021 2:06:49 PM EDT
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RIP cousin.
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CA, USA
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Posted: 1/13/2021 3:13:46 AM EDT
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Hadn't heard either...been mostly away for a long time.
RIP. Too young and too soon. |
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OR, USA
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Posted: 1/22/2021 11:19:18 AM EDT
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*sigh*
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Posted: 1/25/2021 10:23:22 AM EDT
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Dam, I love this place! Thank you for making it for U.S.
You not be forgotten.... prayers out. |
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Posted: 1/29/2021 12:47:43 PM EDT
[#30]
Everyday I miss him.
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Posted: 1/29/2021 2:04:53 PM EDT
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I know he is in a better place but I wish he were still here. I know it is terribly selfish of me, but I cannot help that.
I am making marinara today that I use for Edward's Lasagna. He has been on my mind all morning. For you brother.  |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 1/31/2021 4:03:11 PM EDT
[#32]
RIP Edward. I remember our meeting in Texas a few years ago.. it was a pleasure.
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2021 7:54:42 PM EDT
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Rest easy, Edward Avila. Thank you for the legacy you left behind and for this community that you built from the ground up. I really appreciate being a part of it. Blessings to your family and friends whom you left behind.
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Posted: 2/10/2021 8:07:59 PM EDT
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RIP Edward. I was deeply saddened to read this news. I haven't been on the site much in the last few years.
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TX, USA
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Posted: 2/12/2021 12:59:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AZNetEng: I know he is in a better place but I wish he were still here. I know it is terribly selfish of me, but I cannot help that. I am making marinara today that I use for Edward's Lasagna. He has been on my mind all morning. For you brother. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/430646/20210129_095633-1801958.jpg Blessed to know you guys carry the good ... It is ALL in the sauce. |
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Posted: 2/25/2021 7:21:07 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/8/2021 8:52:05 PM EDT
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I am sorry to hear this. America has lost a veteran, and a 2A supporter and fighter. May God bless his family.
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Posted: 3/24/2021 2:51:03 PM EDT
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Going through old emails and deleting stuff just now and found a email exchange between Ed and myself discussing his table at a gun show in 2011.
I was looking for a AR and was wondering what he was selling. Just wanted to share. |
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Posted: 3/26/2021 2:04:01 PM EDT
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As the anniversary of Edward's passing approaches, I hope that everyone will have a plate of lasagna in his memory next week.
K and I are thinking of all the Avila's this coming week. Our prayers for Ed and M, Juan and M, Jorge and most of all S. Sad to say that the last year hasn't lessened the feeling of loss, but in fact underscored the need for men like Edward to help lead us through. I miss him more today than any day since he passed and would give much to see his smile light up the room. |
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Posted: 3/31/2021 9:43:56 AM EDT
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One year since Edward's passing.
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Posted: 3/31/2021 10:03:10 AM EDT
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It's going to be another tough day.
We will be going to dinner at his favorite place. Not sure how those memories will affect us but we will see |
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Posted: 3/31/2021 10:25:13 AM EDT
[Last Edit: AZNetEng]
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Posted: 3/31/2021 10:56:22 AM EDT
[#43]
RIP Edward.
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Posted: 3/31/2021 11:17:49 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EdAvilaSr: It's going to be another tough day. We will be going to dinner at his favorite place. Not sure how those memories will affect us but we will see A year later we are still grateful for the gift of the most precious and valuable thing that all of you had to give. Time. I wish I could explain what those hours that all of you gave to my wife and I have come to mean to us and the value that we place on them. Death is the ultimate unmasking of a person. Few can actually say that they will die as they have lived. Though a small consolation to be sure, we know that Edward did exactly that. Thoughtful, generous, humourous and modest. Though many knew Edward better than I got to what I took from the time I got to spend with him was this simple thought. May we all be blessed to have an Edward in our lives somewhere along the way. Angels do walk the Earth. |
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Posted: 3/31/2021 1:10:12 PM EDT
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I have been trying to make it in here to post this and figure out what to say. It's not been an easy morning, or couple of days.
It has been one year since Edward passed and it hurts as much today as it did then. He was a unique soul, a special person who cared about everyone. He was honest and true and kind. He treated folks with love and appreciated each moment of his life. He was the best of us Avilas and I have missed him every single day. I have often felt guilt over being alive because I could not save him. I know it was out of my control, but it stings none the less. I would have given my life for his if it was possible and he knew that. Being at his side through the toughest moments was a blessing. To help give him and Sharon strength and support, and for his peace of mind to know we would be there to take care of those he left behind. In his last days he was tough and wanted to go over his last requests with each of us. He stubbornly fought pain to say goodbye. It was tough to see those days, but he planned his end just as he had gone through life. He made sure that those he loved were going to be cared for. When he finally had completed his tasks, he found peace. Today will be a hard day. Losing someone like him makes the world less full, less bright, less of itself. Losing a brother and a best friend at the same time is even worse. I accept I'm getting to be an old man now and that his and my fight has now become my fight. I hope that each day since his passing has brought him a little peace, knowing I would continue a large part of the journey we traveled together for so long. I know he is with us, as he said he would be, and giving us courage to fight each new day, as he would in life. My hope is to do right by him and take care of his family the best that I can. That family includes everyone here. For those who read this today I will ask one small thing. Do something a little extra for your loved ones today. Even if that something is one extra giant hug or telling them how much you love them one extra time. I know Edward would not want today to be a reflection of him or his passing, but a day for us all to live a fuller life. |
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Posted: 3/31/2021 3:46:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GoatBoy: I have been trying to make it in here to post this and figure out what to say. It's not been an easy morning, or couple of days. It has been one year since Edward passed and it hurts as much today as it did then. He was a unique soul, a special person who cared about everyone. He was honest and true and kind. He treated folks with love and appreciated each moment of his life. He was the best of us Avilas and I have missed him every single day. I have often felt guilt over being alive because I could not save him. I know it was out of my control, but it stings none the less. I would have given my life for his if it was possible and he knew that. Being at his side through the toughest moments was a blessing. To help give him and Sharon strength and support, and for his peace of mind to know we would be there to take care of those he left behind. In his last days he was tough and wanted to go over his last requests with each of us. He stubbornly fought pain to say goodbye. It was tough to see those days, but he planned his end just as he had gone through life. He made sure that those he loved were going to be cared for. When he finally had completed his tasks, he found peace. Today will be a hard day. Losing someone like him makes the world less full, less bright, less of itself. Losing a brother and a best friend at the same time is even worse. I accept I'm getting to be an old man now and that his and my fight has now become my fight. I hope that each day since his passing has brought him a little peace, knowing I would continue a large part of the journey we traveled together for so long. I know he is with us, as he said he would be, and giving us courage to fight each new day, as he would in life. My hope is to do right by him and take care of his family the best that I can. That family includes everyone here. For those who read this today I will ask one small thing. Do something a little extra for your loved ones today. Even if that something is one extra giant hug or telling them how much you love them one extra time. I know Edward would not want today to be a reflection of him or his passing, but a day for us all to live a fuller life. The world was and is better because he was in it. That is a huge accomplishment. Not all of us can say that about ourselves. RIP Ed. You are great! |
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Posted: 3/31/2021 3:59:37 PM EDT
[#47]
Thoughts and prayers out to family and friends of Edward.
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Posted: 3/31/2021 4:15:59 PM EDT
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To my mind, Ed was blessed to have, as Goatboy just wrote, “live a fuller life”.
When the doors of Arfcom NY were locked forever, he went one way, and I another. I fumed every time I passed that building. He raved about the new home and freedoms. I’m glad he had a chance to enjoy those freedoms which I have never tasted. And Sr, a man of honor and humility who humbles himself in honoring his son. No boy could ask for more I was blessed to have interfaced with this family, and remember them fondly. Godspeed Ed. |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 3/31/2021 4:17:27 PM EDT
[#49]
RIP
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Posted: 3/31/2021 4:30:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GoatBoy: I have been trying to make it in here to post this and figure out what to say. It's not been an easy morning, or couple of days. It has been one year since Edward passed and it hurts as much today as it did then. He was a unique soul, a special person who cared about everyone. He was honest and true and kind. He treated folks with love and appreciated each moment of his life. He was the best of us Avilas and I have missed him every single day. I have often felt guilt over being alive because I could not save him. I know it was out of my control, but it stings none the less. I would have given my life for his if it was possible and he knew that. Being at his side through the toughest moments was a blessing. To help give him and Sharon strength and support, and for his peace of mind to know we would be there to take care of those he left behind. In his last days he was tough and wanted to go over his last requests with each of us. He stubbornly fought pain to say goodbye. It was tough to see those days, but he planned his end just as he had gone through life. He made sure that those he loved were going to be cared for. When he finally had completed his tasks, he found peace. Today will be a hard day. Losing someone like him makes the world less full, less bright, less of itself. Losing a brother and a best friend at the same time is even worse. I accept I'm getting to be an old man now and that his and my fight has now become my fight. I hope that each day since his passing has brought him a little peace, knowing I would continue a large part of the journey we traveled together for so long. I know he is with us, as he said he would be, and giving us courage to fight each new day, as he would in life. My hope is to do right by him and take care of his family the best that I can. That family includes everyone here. For those who read this today I will ask one small thing. Do something a little extra for your loved ones today. Even if that something is one extra giant hug or telling them how much you love them one extra time. I know Edward would not want today to be a reflection of him or his passing, but a day for us all to live a fuller life. Well said, Juan. I wish EdSr, you, and Avila clan the best. RIP Edward. |
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