It is with great sorrow that I have to announce Oakenfold's passing.
Yesterday afternoon he commited suicide, dieing peacefully while listening to the music he loved.
I am sure that he will be missed by many of the people in Omega who he touched, I will miss him.
I apologise that so many of you had to hear this is such an impersonal manner. Please feel free to contact myself or Mroc if you wish to know more.

Out of clutter, simplicity. Out of discord, harmony. Out of sight, out of mind.

This can't be true... it just can't....
*sigh*

Ancient God of wisdom - Sexslave
Alicia says: everything is revolving around you, yes yes ;)
"Every time I open a thread I see Holyrith's breasts" - Tigerlion
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no:( :( :(

I can't believe it. I will never forget you.
If it looks too good to be true, it's dead.
First they ignore you. Then they laugh about you. Then they fight you. Then you win. (M. Gandhi)
Ryu says: Dont mide me I cant spell :((

Oh my God :(
This doesn't seem real, but I know it has to be... You wouldn't joke about that...
I am in shock... I don't know what to say :((((( Just no.... :(

Omega's Resident SUPER Newbie

I guess I am in shock, I can't really make it sink in yet. The Omega will never be the same, oak is/was one of my favourite Omegans.

Wow, it's so strange to think that I saw him in the mud only yesterday....

I need to allow this to sink in... it's strange how much you care about people you've never met. I've talked to him once on the phone, but that doesn't really count.

I can't really say anything good or something that actually makes sense, besides that things will never be the same...

Ancient God of wisdom - Sexslave
Alicia says: everything is revolving around you, yes yes ;)
"Every time I open a thread I see Holyrith's breasts" - Tigerlion
Play TOTK Today

:(

Omega's Moron
13460350
"Beat the crap outta korny the reseller boy" (SAS)
People were right, you are a dumbass ronnie.+Kya
Blow me assmonkey -Jiggles
Alicia says: you were on the bed and i was on the floor...we were all on the bed together a lot

"The reasoning for this is not going to be made immediate though it's pretty good ;). Maybe in a day or two? "
wow, my condolences to all of you who knew him well

This makes me very sad. I only knew Oakenfold for about a year. I never had any real deep conversations with him, but I think I know what was there. When I first arrived in Omega I was a newbie idiot. No real experience and lot of annoying things. One night Mr Oakenfold told me how annoying I was. At that point I thought he was just a mean old MUD moderator. But as time went on, and as I talked with other friends in Omega I grew to like Oakenfold again.

One time at work he called me. It was the weirdest thing, there were about 50 calls in queue I had just gotten off a call, I waited about 1 minute and took a call… It was Mr Oakenfold, it seamed like it was meant to happen. We didn’t talk for long but he was cool, and I found out that he wasn’t the mean guy from the mud, he was cool and fun to talk with. From then on I had new respect for Oakenfold, and I still carry it around today.

I was pretty dang annoying in the past. I wish I hadn’t been, but I learned a lot from Oakenfold. I will always respect him and I will always hope this never happened. But there are things in this world that take faith. I know that he is in a better place. I know that those people, those missionaries, will help him. I know that I will see and talk to him again. I want him to be happy, in life he wasn’t happy it seams, but in his next life he will be. I promise he will be happy in his new life.

I will always hold a special place in my heart for him. I will look forward to the day I see and talk with him again. I know that that day will come and that he will be happy. For those who’s grievances are more than mine please let me state again that he Is in a better place. It’s a place where people love him and where he is surrounded by love. I will never forget him and who he actually was. I wish I could’ve talked to him one last time, but I know that I will talk with him again. Until that day I will strive to do my job on this earth, I will strive to do good, I will strive for God. And hopefully my faith in my Lord God will strengthen others to turn their lives around. I will strive for Oakenfold’s Blessing.

Never forget Mr_Oakenfold:

I came to know him as a friend, I will always remember him as a friend. And for those who didn’t know him, you missed out on a great guy!

I will never forget him.

I can't believe this.
Rest in pease Oak, I'll never forget you.

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ArcticALPHASoldier (#5604)
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Don't even know what to say except this makes me very, very sad.

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It is way to much of a shock at the moment. It doesn't even seem real. I never really got to talk to him too personally, only about once or twice.
Very tragic though, my thoughts and prayers are with him, his family, and with those who knew him close.
We'll miss you Mr. Oakenfold.
The Grammaton Cleric
Ben Rains whut? Ben Rains DEEZ NUTZ!!!

Libria-(#1827)

wow ... I don't know what to say ... this is definitely a big shock!
I'm not a religious person but I will certainly say a little prayer for Oak..............

-Taffy

... I don't even know what to think ...

I'm very sorry to hear this and totally speechless. This is one of those times I'm deeply hoping the post is NOT true.

MORRIGHAN (#1744)
"A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle."

[slimed]
I don't want to believe it. This is too damn gnarly... I don't know what or how to think, I just hope oak's happy whereever he is...(I really do. That's not sarcastic or bitter... I really hope Oak's gone somewhere he can be happy and at peace.) if LoD or MROC needs anyone to talk to, just drop me a message on ICQ or something... damn.

<3 oakenfold.

BIG SOHAI!

Goodbye oak, I'll miss you a lot :(
I still spoke to you yesterday.. this is so unreal.
and what beefy said, may you have peace now :(
best wishes to everyone (especially those that knew him in person)

grr cookbooks!

:*(

Iccyh and thefacade wish everyone the best after hearing this, especially LoD and MROC, and Oakenfold's family.

grr cookbooks!

I did not know Oakenfold personally, but this is a sad day. My sympathies to his family and friends, and may Oakenfold find peace now.

Ben Raines
Leader of the Tri States

Im in shock too, its was only last week when he helped me around the mud, a GREAT and funny guy.
I feel like this happen to suddenly ; ;
<3 Oak

Property of TheOmega

I am catatonic after hearing this.

can you post a link to his obituary?

OldCULTist
FormerOmegaite
Still to Stupid to quit this game
CULTofJosie, #2217
msn: SmackDaddies
icq: 47018807

oh my god...i don't even know where to begin. my most sincere condolences to all of his friends and family. mr. oakenfold, you were such a fixture here in omega...you'll be sorely missed. Rest in peace, kind sir.

9th
STRAT DEFILE IS WIN
where my angels at?
I'M SHO FCUKING WASTED!!!

my deepest condolesence
may you rest in peace, Oak. will never forget you eve n though we have disagreement in our point of view. but seriously, you are a great guy.

is this post for real? pls dont let it be...

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TheKingFoot (#2054)
The FOOT

I am really sad to hear this :(

I am sorry u couldn't find what u needed in this world Oak. I really hope u can find it in the next :)

(to be clear no sarcasm is meant by this post)

Shadow

If you go to Zahadum you will die."

I have no words, I feel somewhat empty right now... :-(
Amor vincit omnia.

*cries*

Oak . . . . . :(

u got to be kidding me... mang.. this is insane. i'm so shocked.

Andy Lau Plays Earth (#630)

uh? what? christ!

My deepest condolences to his family and friends and I hope he will rest in peace.

*takes a few silent minutes to think of him*

In the warriors code
there is no surrender
though his body says stop
his spirit cries - NEVER!

no
this can't be
i was just talking to him a day ago.

no [slimed] way
no.

:(

please tell me this is just some sick joke.
goddamnit.

The proverbial lump in the throat isn't so proverbial right now.

Mixed feelings...

On one side I'm pissed that he took away all the experiences we could and would have had. This selfish act hurts many including myself. I'm thinking like; you damned mofo, as if there weren't any other options. There are enough people willing to help.

On the other side I'm happy that he got away from the things he couldn't handle. After all it's not a life you wish a friend to have. I've never lived such a life so it's hard to imagine, but it's clear that he had issues which he couldn't overcome. I guess we'll just have to accept that fact and adjust our sorrow accordingly. This was his choice and appearantly the only choice he thought he had left. Respect that decision, and remember only the good things. That he left a lasting impression is without doubt, in Omega for sure.

R.I.P is BS... I mean how could you not rest in peace. Therefor I'll just stick to "Goodbye".

Silence, supreme vampiric evil (#18093284)
-- Under the banner of Blashyrk we ride.
-- Sinner by choice.

It seems too little to say that i didnt know him very well , but it always seemed he was there . and i took it for granted he always would be . its a terrible loss to his family, to us and to those who he affected with his life . to him i hope that he will find that better place where there is no more sorrow and no more pain , and joy is to be had . even though i only knew him through omega , i will miss him .

10 kills now ain't chems wonderful

Oh-my-[slimed]-gosh. I cant believe this. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting him in Chicago and am completely shocked.

Pronounced "E-magic-uh"
icq #247939211
"A Man's Character is his Fate." - Pericles

well said silence

Andy Lau Plays Earth (#630)

i think other people have said, and i am going to say again....that i feel very mixed emotions right now. I only knew Oak for a few weeks, and in that time i developed a deep, friendship like love for him. I resepected, and trusted him. For people that have known him longer, i know you understand when i say that i feel part of that trust has been violated, it makes me angry, on the same token, i feel deeply saddened, and guilty for feeling angry. I have been thinking about what i was going to write since this morning, and a song comes to mind. It is from a son to a father, but the feeling is the same.

Disappoint

Just one more time
For the sake of sanity
Tell me why
Explain the gravity
That drove you to this
That brought you to this place
That pushed you down
Into the soil's embrace

Give me the chance
I was denied
To sit and talk with you
For one last time

Did I disappoint you?
Did I let you down?
Did I stand on the shore
And watch you as you drowned?
Can you forgive me?
I never knew
The pain you carried
Deep inside of you.

I can't forget
Having to see
The words that knocked the wind
Right out of me
It's not enough
I've come undone
Trying to find sense
Where there is none

Just give me peace
You owe me that
To help ward off the fears
I must combat

Did I disappoint you?
Did I let you down?
Did I stand on the shore
And watch you as you drowned?
Can you forgive me?
I never knew
The pain you carried
Deep inside of you.

And so I ask
For one more chance
To understand
This senseless circumstance
Help me to see
This through your eyes
The reasons I've been trying
To surmise

Though you are gone
I am still your son
And while your pain is over
Mine has just begun

This is the first time I've cried in over 2 years. I'll think about you always. Could someone post a pic, or do some research and post the obituary link?

Once you were here and now you’re gone
Seems like only yesterday, we used to laugh and talk
Sometimes I feel you near me at night, like your watching me
If I feel you near me tonight, here’s what id say
.
What about the good times we had yet to live
Where did all the smiles go you had yet to give?
I find it hard to find the words and wont even try
If I feel you near me tonight id like to say goodbye
.
Goodbye to a friend goodbye to another
May never see you again we will be together
Though I can’t understand and should not question why
I’m just a mortal man who’s never learned to cry
.
Once you were here and now you’re gone
I’m left with memories, inside me you live on
I find it hard to find the words, but I will try
If tomorrow were yesterday, I wouldn’t have to say goodbye
.
Goodbye to a friend, goodbye to another
May never see you again we will be together
Though I can’t understand and should not question why
I’m just a mortal man who’s never learned to cry
Goodbye to a friend goodbye
Goodbye to my friend, my friend goodbye!

i never really got that chance to meet oakenfold...only talked to him in warchats and stuff...but its crazy what ppl do cuz they dont think anyone will care...now look how many ppl are actually mourning his death...bet he never woulda guessed...

RIP...see ya in heaven man...hope your watchin over us

..........

I honestly have no words for this..............

I, we, have lost a dear friend.

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*sigh*

James Jacobus the masterspy (on vacation)

If it looks too good to be true, it's dead.
First they ignore you. Then they laugh about you. Then they fight you. Then you win. (M. Gandhi)
Ryu says: Dont mide me I cant spell :((

I am sorry if my words are not beautiful...

Hey Oak, or should i call address you as Ross!!! Why do you chose this path? Why would you think ending your life is ending your misery? Is your life so miserable till you need to end it? Why don't you have consience for others who care? Why do you think people around you who care for you would not grief upon your leaving of this world?

Think carefully...

Death is not a way to end all the misery even though i have no idea how deep is your misery. But i do believe god(who or wherever he is) give us life & hope that we could treasure it so that we can bring wonders into our life. Everyday when you wake up & feel that you could be able to breath again, you should already be thanking god for allowing you to live another day more. All the challenge set upon us are a way to help us to grow into a better person. That is why we should face the problems with all our courage. Not seeking an alternative path which we decide is better for us whereas it is incorrect in others eye. I really wish you had not set yourself upon this path of life. It is unfair to others who truly care for such as your true friends, family & relatives. You are being selfish by not thinking all our feeling when you choose this path...

I hope you all understand my feeling when i wrote this. Not to say i known Ross for a long time, but he is like a big brother around that always make fun of me. Though i don't know what's his intention for that, but i always take it for granted & think that it's a lesson in my life. So now, i have nothing else to offer except for this, my memorial on our big boss, Ross@Oakenfold...

omg.. i never knew.. that.. he.. meant.. this..

where ever you are oakenfold.. you mean alot to all of us..

goodbye..

omg...i didn't really know oak except through warchats, but i'm an easily emotional person. we'll miss u oak.
:(
i would be interesting in an obituary link also.

handicapped jesus (#2082)
3 sets ago i didnt know what omega was.
now i wish i never found out.

sorry, can't get a clear thought. I guess I am starting to cry in a moment.

und warum kein Schlager?

To see some pictures of Ross Pearson (Oakenfold) and for somemore pictures click HERE

:o(

:(

holy cow. I am in shock, Mr. Oak, and Family will always have a place in my heart and memories.

Other than that I don't know what to say.

"If you don't like it don't read it I could care less."
"Screw me Today I'll Screw you harder tomorrow"

daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn I can not believe this! ><

bah :(

Goodbye Oaky :/

I'm sorry to say I never knew you.
But if I did.. I'm not sure if I'd had the power to convince you.
To take the simpler path

I hope wherever you may be
That you will be able to see
Another path, and another life
That could have, should have, would have existed.

Mr. Oakenfold, I never knew you
But I'm sure you wanted us to see
We are what we choose to be.

I'm sure, he wanted us to be safe, the whole omegan family. I've heard from people that he was a very nice guy. I'm very angry that nice people should die, while murderers, rapists, and con artists stay on the street.

I hope that he can see.. and he will live again, wherever he may be.

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For this reset, please try to stay oops free... Just once more.. Mr. Oakenfold, our Oops moderator. We are at your bidding.
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On a personal note.. please lets all try not to doubt ourselves. He chose his path, there's always time for what ifs, but I don't want to push the mourning process however, its better if we reach out today and help someone that may be another Mr. Oakenfold waiting for a friend.

See well, Mr Oakenfold, try to see.

We are what we choose to be.

With Great Power Comes with Great Responsibilities

i don't know him but indeed is sad :(
(TheFewTheProudTheMarin #3908)
Pain Is Weakness Leaving the Body - Marines Semper Fi
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ICQ: 194321715

I'll miss you Oak.

Condolances to his family.

Pteppic says: because my canadian friend probably did not play at that time;)
You say to Pteppic: bah

What about in memory of Mr Oakenfold we create an award in his name or rename one of the existing ones?

Say like renameing the opps free to Oaks Award....

Or Give a New Oaks Award to whoever ends the set in the highest position on the ladder....

Just a thought to Honour Mr Oakenfolds Memory.

Cheers Bagman

You are Unique just like Everyone Else!!
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Another tribute involve recoding the graveyard backround in the MUD and putting in a tombstone for Mr Oakenfold, playing Apollo Vibes #135 ;) I don't know how that would be done, but I think a tombstone can by copy/pased with new text written.

Some-one else mentioned a tribute to oak in the public page. Maybe we could have a actual oakenfolds' sanctuary in the mud and a mock up on the public page.

i'm speechless.....totally am....for no particular reason i just wanted to login to omega site to see how thing's going. i can't believe i'm hit by this sad news =( oakenfold, may u rest in peace buddy...

i am really sad to hear from ryu that he had left us...
i regret not having the chance to meet up with him thou just even once when i went melbourne early Apr 05...
i hope he didn't regret his choice thou i still wish to give him a tight slap and stop him from doing so...
i, for him made a come-back to the omega family...
i will miss him...

I am entirely shocked. I never thought that suicide would ever hit this close (even if it is just an online game) I'll never forget oakenfold.

Oakenfold, wherever you are, I hope you found an escape from a life that was apparently too much. Goodbye.

Trojan Master (#1841)
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Your army overran 2 civilians and destroyed 5 bushels of food!

I originally wasn't going to post...I didn't feel I had anything to share, or say, but I have since changed my mind and want you to know a little bit more about him and who he was to me. Besides, few may be aware but there are those of you who are, when I am distressed or something to that effect, I am often compelled to write as an outlet In this case however I am in pain.

I lost my mate this week. His name is Ross, Ross Pearson, though most of his acquaintances may have known him better as Oakenfold. But it seems it is of importance to me that people know his given name. Perhaps this is because Ross was very real to me and not an alter ego known as Oakenfold. Or perhaps it is because Ross never referred to me as "Pretzel" whilst in conversations, always calling me respectfully by my given name, and I am not the only one. It was as if he made a point to call people by their real names. I'm confident anyone who was a real friend of his knows what I am speaking of.

For me, my routine is shattered. I would get up, tend to my morning business, make a cup of tea then make my way to the computer for my midmorning conversation with Ross...it's been a few days, but I am still expecting him to be there. He really was a part of my everyday, virtually mostly of course, but phone calls, postcards, birthday gifts and another visit was in the works for August. Yeah he had grown to become a part of my life and enjoyable one at that, even though he had his troubles, but that was the point of our friendship to support one another. When I would come online he was ALWAYS there greeting me with warmth even if he was in a bad way...Ross knew that my own life has proved to be quite trying at times and he wanted nothing more but to be one of the highlights instead of lowlights in it, he succeeded here. He was amongst the most generous of people, kind and always ALWAYS, there to help. If you needed assistance in any form, it would actually bother him if he couldn't provide it. It was his goal to make another's life easier where he could. If you were amongst the few he truly embraced as his friend this was only amplified. I was very lucky here, for I was his friend, and he mine.

I've known Ross for sometime now, 4 years if I recall correctly, but its only been the latter part of that time that he drew closer to me...approaching me and leaning on my shoulder for the mental support he often needed to lift himself back up and get him through the consuming and all to constant dark times that were his life. It was during these soul baring conversations that I came to know him in depth, and developed a real appreciation for who he really was and were he had been, and where he wasn't going, this is when he went from "Mr. Oakenfold" to Ross with me.

Trust for me is of utmost importance...in fact I make it a point to be trustworthy and hold confidentiality in high regard and I think this is known by those who end up seeking me out for assistance. But the flip side of this is, I trust next to no one...only a few close mates. So it is common that even though I am very very happy to lend my support by way of listening or advising, to those who wish to use it, I next to never take advantage of the same from others...that is until Ross. He was different here from the rest. I came to trust him. He was just so forthcoming and outreaching and caring, I accepted his offer to be there for me. You see, I knew he respected me, that he would do what he could to protect me and that he honoured our friendship and what that really means. It is amongst the many reasons why his suicide is beyond tragic. Why a troubled soul so special...one so giving, so attentive, so kind could fail to see his worth, even though he shared it daily. No...I am not sitting here and placing Ross on a pedestal...he made many mistakes and lacked many tools to properly navigate this difficult path we're all on called life...he was associated with and partook of things I didn't approve of, some of which were somewhat nasty blemishes upon him. But his heart and the good it pumped can not be denied.

I have read the posts I have listened to the conversations, some of which have been bothersome in some way and others of course brought a smidge of comfort with the kind words offered...but one consistency I noted (other than the lack of proper address) has been "shock"...I can't understand this really... well that's not true, I do understand that Ross was good at masking when he needed to, if he didn't want people to know how he really felt or what he was really thinking they wouldn't know, this was not his way so much because he didn't want people in his business, it was more because he didn't want to be a burden. But if you didn't really observe him then I guess you are entitled to shock. But no, I was not shocked to wake to the goodbye letter in my inbox...I knew one day this would happen. He just couldn't be reached. Although I understood this, I still couldn't be fully prepared for it, even though I thought I was. The confirmation that he had in fact succeeded this time and was gone brought an instant sickness to my gut, an anger and frustration within my head, and a burning stinging ache in my heart. The tears I could not hold back...they come now even as I write this. It has had it's impact. There is an emptiness where he once was. But, yeah, I am smiling too...you see his letter to me was so him...being thoughtful enough to say "goodbye" even as he prepared to make what must have been a very frightening and lonely move. I am very grateful this, he took the time to leave me with final words that summarized our friendship, my importance to him and his gratitude and love for me, he offered his own encouragement for my own endeavors and finally his apologies and regret for the hurt he was about to cause me. Hurt indeed.

I do not believe Ross is in another place, I do not believe he can see or hear me now. But I do believe his suffering and misery, whether you acknowledge or believe it's justifiable or not has ended and for that I am glad. I will keep what he gave to me, I _will_ remember and I will so miss him.

&

I will miss him. :(
He actually called me on my birthday all the way from Australia.
It made me happy.

I only found out something was wrong the other day when I popped into the public boards.

I'm still in shock over all this. It is always so sad when something like this happens. But even so I hope Ross is feeling better, wherever he is.
We'll miss you , old friend!

RIP Oak, im gonna miss you

SOB!

I noticed this thread here, and figured he'd done something funny, I'd read it latter. Then I saw the tag, figured it was joke of some kind, didn't think much of it. Then I finaly get around to reading this.

Not sure which I'm more, pissed or depressed.

...

Sorry to hear all this. Bye Ross.


I'll certainly miss you. Rest in peace my friend.

man ~ i juz got back in and i see this, i remembered making a few waves with him ....

it may seem a lil too late to do this, but Mr. Oak , my respect is with u.

I will miss him. :(
I'm just sorry I didn't know him very well...
rest in peace dude.

Sorry to hear that...
I'm slow I know but still....
RIP Oaky... You'll never be forgotten

I hope you are in a better place Oaken.

Rest in Peace.

Omg...I was devasted by this piece of news. I saw it only today when i came back. I remember Mr Oakenfold well because he was always in MUD even though i don't really talk to him that much.

Rest In Peace Mr Oakenfold.

Me too, i only saw this yesterday and was to shocked to comment on is, i remember Mr.Oakenfold well, i remember he welcomed me here :( this is very sad news

My respects, Mr. Pearson. Your memory is honored here.

I will miss him. :(
I know I'm late but, had to at least put my name on here out of respect. GL Oak mate wherever you are.

Oak was a great guy. He'd only just joined omega when we were in the mud talking about games. this was about the time napster was the only way to download music, at some point they talked about C&C 2 RA and I remarked that I might buy that game since everyone seemed to play it/talk about it.

Oak promised to mail it to me instead, about a week later it arrived.

Great guy,. =(

respect!
Rest In Peace

Bloody hell :( I must admit that while I'm not totally shocked to see this, I'm extremely saddened to. Oak was a swell guy who I'll certainly miss... shows how out of touch I am, given that I'm only hearing this now.

That seriously sucks :/ Happy trails, pal. I hear they give out free Aerons in heaven though, so it's nice to know your back won't have to adjust to regular ol' chairs again.

(Frankly that's an inside joke probably only Oak would even get, seems odd to post it, although in a way, it seems perfectly natural to as well).

*sigh*
I hope he manages to read that somehow.

It may be a little late, but Im sorry to hear about Mr Oakenfold. I know what it feels like to lose close friends, I have been through alot with my job, and just recently my best friend back home ODed, and while I cant say anything that will alleviate the hurt, there are people out here who share what you are feeling and are grieving with you :(

I was stunned to hear of Mr Oakenfold's tragic death. Our thoughts are with Omega, and Mr Oakenfold family and friends.

oh my...

my condelences :'(

My thoughts go out to his friends and family. Sorry for your loss guys.

Not sure what to say, I read the AT post and it's all been said there.
My condolences go out to you Omega.