A talented IT guy who was on this forum and I were discussing Shooter. He found a obituary (which I removed as I am not sure if that is appropriate to post but will send you if you PM me) very quickly which matches all the things I remember Shooter relating so we are pretty sure it was his.
Looks like he may have passed January 16. Surrounded by many loved ones. I know many of us were wondering and holding out some hope.
RIP Shooter, After-Life is good.
Doug made his last post a couple months ago,…. When he decided to enter hospice. I liked him through his posts and when he went to hospice , it really bummed me out, I can’t really explain why “ him “ so much…. but it did.
I was so bummed out that eventually , in my answer to his hospice post .. I started making it about me, instead of him. I removed that stupid post. I really hated that it happened to him, I think I reflected myself in his experiences, we were a lot alike in many ways. He was a great guy. If he is gone now , it’s not a surprise I guess … hospice after all. If its true, I know he is in a better place now, no more pain and no more suffering. ( he had so much of that )
I send my deepest heartfelt condolences out to his family / loved ones. So sorry to see him gone.
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I remember his last post as well and I am sure those of us that have reflected on him since, expected this. I know many liked him as I did and I thought it was appropriate to post this for those who do care. I hope that is the case.
I immediately called his number that day but the number was off . He had that for many years . 😔🙏
Is it not "natural" to see oneself having the same outcome as someone who is reporting on his bigger struggle with PCa?
I’m not sure what you are saying…. Shooter and I had a lot in common , except my “ original “ DX was immediate entry into hospice. I , by twist of fate , have escaped hospice 52 months , but my wife and myself totally understand entering hospice and what that brings to both of us. We’ve been there once , if I don’t just drop dead, …… unlike almost everyone here, I’ll have to do that “ twice “.
I totally agree , tho , with what you said.
Just say’in
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I took it he was referring to your comment about making your post about yourself and that being somewhat natural. He can of course clarify but thats how I read it.I know what your saying though about your path. Perhaps if there is any design in this universe the designer saw that you are able to handle it better than others based on your life experience. I always appreciate your insights. I feel I have read enough of your posts to realize that you have already endured so much with grace.
thanks for jumping in for me… I appreciate it buddy. Once again , I don’t want this to veer off and be about me. “ not natural “ and “ bigger struggle “ were the key words for me. Anyway , I have / had a lot of empathy for Doug when his hospice post hit … that’s basically it … I know how he felt … Love ya buddy . Ima prolly gonna wipe some of this to make things more about Doug.
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I too had a terrible time when he wrote his last post. I just connected so well with him , he talked me Through some rough moments. I guess I never wanted anything to happen to him 🙏I said I go on here just to check on The ones that were here at the beginning for me I wanna make sure you are right. My husband still here and doing OK, just like shooter said he would. Like I said 1 million times I hate this C !!!
yes and eloquently said. Good for your husband , it’s a gift that all of would like to experience. Shooter was a great individual … the group is diminished with his passing. I just liked him too.
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Thanks for the info. RIP Shooter.
Thank you tree down! I’m not family but I don’t think anyone would mind in his family if you posted it . It really shows what a guy he was . Peace in heaven brother with no more suffering ! 🙏😔
Oh D*mn, Now Shooter is gone, Rest in Peace Brother😪.
treedown you think that you could PM us the link to his Obit?
Mahalo Brother
Gave it your best shot shooter ...rip bw
Rest in peace Shooter. Thank you for aiding to our collective knowledge and fellowship.
RIP brother...
Always a sad moment, when one of our warriors has to go. RIP shooter, one day we are all united.
oh Shooter, one of my favorites… Rest In Peace, you are strong again!
Thanks for posting the info ;,o(
Feeling a gut punch reading this guys. He was very kind to me and I loved his posts. Knew he was nearing the end. Thanks for sharing. 🙏🥲
I know. I think knowing for sure is a type of closure and that could be good for some of us. I hope you and your husband are doing well.
Thanks treedown for your post....
Here is the link to shooter1's obituary....
legacy.com/us/obituaries/na...
May he rest in peace and may God Bless him and his entire family and friends.
j-o-h-n Saturday 02/18/2023 12:48 PM EST
Thank you John for posting. I'm always taken aback reading a man's entire life worn down to a few paragraphs. No words can fully enshrine a person's legacy. I never corresponded with him but I'm happy to see he had friends here and I pray his family will continue to embrace his legacy and build upon it. RIP shooter.
Thank you John❤️ You are always here when needed❤️ Of course you’ll make a joke to kind of break away the sadness but can’t for fool me ! John , you’re one of the guys I always check up on
Thanks j-o-h-n !
One more comment I just wanted him to be there for his little shadow. I hope his grandson will always know how much he was loved
Douglas was definitely one of our best. What an amazing obituary. What a man. My sincere condolences to his family.Graham
It sometimes difficult of shooter the man and sprit he believed so highly.Though I never met or seen this great individual his journey is a reflection and references we all know to well.I believe shooter fought and express the battle of love of life up and over that difficult mountain that expressed hope. May his family feel comfort and healing that this man was loved through his journey
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Cancer sucks!!!!!
I hope you’re able to put his Obituary on here I think there’s so many people that would leave something on the tribute wall for his family
JOHN added it above. My thought was on a forum that stresses anonymity that posting it might not be appropriate despite it being public record.
I'm so sorry to hear the news. He was a really kind man. It seems he was not in hospice for more than two, perhaps three months. He gave it all. And he had one last summer with his little shadow helper.
What else should we be doing
we all get along
We will fight through this, DAD!
We are Going to Ft. Lauderdale 
Prostate cancer spread to pelvic and lymph nodes 
