R.I.P Gioacchino (Jack) Giampapa

[FeistyAlice]

Thank you all for words, prayers, videos, songs..... Special thoughts for Jack's daughter, grand daughter, and the man Jack "allowed" to marry his precious daughter.

Let's not forget, in our prayers and thoughts, Jack's beloved Dawg. This is going to be a diffcult time for her.

Alice

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[oldbroad]

Hi reo family....

Our Jack was a hell of a man! Larger than life with an indomitable spirit and a heart as big as his beloved Rockies.

We were all blessed to know him, even for the short time that we had.

He lived life to the fullest and ,I think, went the exact way that he wanted, dancing with lovely ladies.

CHEERS TO YOU MOUNTAIN JACK!

 

[tmcase]

I just found out about this this morning. I still can't believe it. He was so full of life, had a great sense of humor and very helpful to me and others. I'm glad I got to chat with him a few days ago because he gave me some info that has improved my vaping tremendously. Thank you Jack, I will miss you. I can't see through my tears to type anymore so I'll leave it at that. RIP

 

[cappy24]

it saddens me deeply to hear of jacks passing...he was so full of life and managed to make light of every situation....he very frequently pm'd me to ask how my sister carol was doing and always said never give up!!.....I hope that he gets to meet carol in heaven...jack is a man carol would love to hang out with....rest in peace my friend...

 

[anavidfan]

I am very sad and surprised at this news. I didnt know him very long. I "met" him when he bought something from me and our PMs were so wonderful from the start. He was such a charming and sweet man. He was delightfully flirtatious in a very respectful manner.

He was the kind of man that most real women really enjoy. He was an "old school" mans man. He told me of his love for dancing and vaping and fishing.

I will miss him , and I know hes up there in that big fishing hole, dance hall in the sky with that wonderful grin.

 

[Brew1961]

Wow I'm completely shocked to have read of Jack's passing. He had a spirit that made me believe he'd live forever. I actually met Jack just a short time ago over on the Trippy Tips thread and our initial exchange was not what I'd call very civil. He had just posted a reply to a female buddy of mine that was way over the top and I called him on it in no uncertain terms. Well Jack replied back that he was so sorry to have offended anyone and within three posts all was fine and he was already becoming a fast friend. Seems he knew this young lady already and this was a joke between friends that I over-reacted to when seeing the post. Jack really had a persona that you couldn't do anything but like. I will miss his wit and imagination. It won't be long until I'm right there with you. RIP Ya Ole Goat!! Brew

 

[biggerintx]

I didn't know Jack other than through this community, but I enjoyed his posts and will miss his humor. My condolences to his family though this trying time. (Hat over heart)

 

[sashwa]

I remember that, Brew. Jack and I were harassing each other about the USAF and the USMC. He was USAF and I was USMC. I felt so bad when it happened because I think I was the one who started it.

 

[FeistyAlice]

We raise our Scotch to the most gracious, generous, loving Old Moutain Goat who ever walked this earth. I hope Jack is looking down and getting a good chuckle. I hate scotch. But he pulled one on me once again. I think he reached down and dipped a sweet finger in my glass...... scotch is quite nice. Note my necklace. Donut Trippy from Jack. DH insisted I get out of the house. I'll do a joyful line dance, tonight, for you ol buddy.

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[Bob57]

Mom... Tell Dad I love him.
If there is a God
I long to know for sure
Do we pass to a better place
Or is heaven but a distant shore
Young again, in health and spirit
Or darkness bleak as some may fear it
Questions I have, a life of unanswered query
But my mother died a night last
And now she knows what I long with a fury



BERNADETTE GIAMPAPA
6-12-21 / 8-21-01

I LOVE YOU MOM
I ALWAYS WILL

YOUR LOVING SON
GIOACCHINO

 

[boilednuts]

Jack, am I for real?
Will you meet with family in heaven?
Have I not said every soul is My child?
Jack, you ask funny questions.

Look around Jack, tell me what you see.
Does it differ from what you imagined?
Isn't My truth, My love and your mama and papa the same?
Jack, you ask but need not.

What is it, that's important in this place?
You already know the answer Jack.
It has been in front of you all the time.
You have done it over and over again.
Any other questions Jack?

 

[supertrunker]

If i were a virgin, i'd be very worried about now.

T

 

[supertrunker]

I met Jack and spent some time in the company of a fascinating and complex man. Some men exude an air of immortality almost and he was one, which makes his death, especially since he cheated it so often, hard to believe.

What Clyde omitted from his story is that Jack didn't make the bacon bouquet, he phoned up a florist friend and got her to do it from the bacon he supplied, adding a few flowers. Then he varnished it! lol.

His friends at glocktalk miss him too - he was a national blackpowder rifle champion on a few occasions.

It's a rare man that leaves so many friends behind, but that Cheshire cat grin will linger. A life lived so well and fully is something to aspire to and celebrate.

I'm waiting for the first "what would Jack say?" post. We'll have to find our own answers now.

TC Jack - from the flatlander with the unintelligible accent

T

 

[Ratman]

Update without any real update: Nothing new to share I am afraid. I am sure Jack's daughter is very busy with the many arrangements and responsibilities that come with caring for a family members final resting place and I have been loathe to disturb her and add any to her plate. I have not yet heard anything from her and sent a gentle request this morning again for information on services etc. Also sharing with her the overwhelming respect and love shown here for her father.

Of course I will share her reply when she has time to get back with me.

 

[damselle]

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A moment of silence

 

[oldbroad]

I remember the last morning at the Okie vapemeet...I got to spend a little time with Jack, one on one, and I'll always cherish that time.

He and I were the only ones up as he'd worn out everyone else the night before, especially Alice and Jan... they had lively,,,sometimes heated...discussions till the wee hours of the morning. But he was up and raring to go on to more adventures.

All of us that were at that vapemeet were really blessed to spend some real time with him.And I'm really really glad that he left this earth the way he did...it was very appropriate and fitting for him.

 

[ChrisEU]

I am half a world away and never had a real chance of meeting Jack, but I loved his mindset and spirit.
I am missing him already.

 

[FeistyAlice]

I think Jack sweetened the whole bottle of Scotch. It was so delicious I had to order a second shot. And when did a shot become multiple ounces she wants to know? At The Oasis, where Jack and I had our first get together; 10+ hours!!!!!!

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[FeistyAlice]

I'm hoping some of us, who attended the REO First Annual Family Reunion,can collaberate on "publishing" on ECF Jack's "totally accurate" account of Frozen Dead Horse-Family Holiday Gathering. Feisty Alice

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[Cnew]

I think Jack sweetened the whole bottle of Scotch. It was so delicious I had to order a second shot. And when did a shot become multiple ounces she wants to know? At The Oasis, where Jack and I had our first get together; 10+ hours!!!!!!

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Holy Cow! Is that the Oasis on Joe Pool Lake near the Lynn Creek marina? Oysters Nachos and Mexican Shrimp Martinis with margaritas are the best!

I'm sure Jack is smiling!

(10 years in DFW--friendliest people in the world.) Oh, I envy you....