chevysoldier Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 I had just gotten home and got a phone call from a high school friend. Seems a buddy from HS took his own life. I lost touch with him after school until about a year ago. We talked about getting together and never did. I regret this so very much now. He served in the United States Airforce and was one hell of a stand-up guy. Please keep him and his family in your prayers if you are the praying type. I'm becoming more torn up inside as this is sinking in. RIP Ross, I will miss you so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagr Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Sorry to hear you lost a friend J. Prayers sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 That really sucks to hear. Sorry amigo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Wow man. Prayers for comfort going out for you, his family, and his other friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CattaniAFJ Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Sorry to hear. RIP. Godspeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted September 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Thanks guys. I'm not sure if I am more sad he is gone or more pissed off he did it himself. It's also bothering me somewhat because I just got back from shooting today....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_silverfox Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Sorry to hear that. It's always hard when you lose a friend. You got my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandit12 Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Hang tough thru this, Prayers Sent. <>< Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiggO Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Prayers going out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmoosego Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 I know exactly how you feel, my best friend Greg was taken before we got a chance to get together after a long time... I know your pain, and as always keep you in my thoughts... I let it be my lesson to never hesitate telling people I am close with how I feel about them... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhallam85 Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Thats crazy chevy that you knew him, what a small world. Ross was in my unit at the 87th. He was a great guy and I never imagined him doing that to himself. We all knew something was going on when the base commander came in with the Chaplin. This news was hard on our unit over the weekend. Also being in the Air Force there are SOO many resources available to get help and thats what I'm mad about. He didnt realize how many lives he affected and only if he knew that maybe this wouldnt of happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Sorry dude ill keep you in My prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted September 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Thats crazy chevy that you knew him, what a small world. Ross was in my unit at the 87th. He was a great guy and I never imagined him doing that to himself. We all knew something was going on when the base commander came in with the Chaplin. This news was hard on our unit over the weekend. Also being in the Air Force there are SOO many resources available to get help and thats what I'm mad about. He didnt realize how many lives he affected and only if he knew that maybe this wouldnt of happened.No shit, small world. I realized about halfway to work, riding the bike today probably wasn't the best of ideas. PM Sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carwhore Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 RIP. Godspeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alab32 Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 RIP. Sorry to hear about this man. Prayers are there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
600ZZ4eb Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Prayers sent bro. :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unc7237 Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Sorry to hear. RIP...prayers sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Sorry bro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AOW Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted September 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 In case there is anyone else on here that knew him, his name was Ross Blackburn. A memorial is being planned for this week, possibly Friday. If someone did know him, PM me and I will send details as I get them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alab32 Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 What was his job in the AF? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhallam85 Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 What was his job in the AF?His job was Air Transportation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted September 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm really not sure. He was with the 87th Aerial Port out of WPAB. Mhallam85 would probably know since he served with him.Edit: I see Matt already answered it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alab32 Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 His job was Air Transportation.Hmmm... I didnt know any of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flounder Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 Sorry to hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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