Oh wow. I don't get in here nearly as often as I'd like to and just saw this. I'm deeply saddened by his passing. I'm so going to miss his posts here. I don't think anyone could bring a smile on quite like Jack.
R.I.P Gioacchino (Jack) Giampapa
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Haven't been on the forum for a long time now either and first thing I saw was this thread. Although I never got to know him well, he impressed me greatly with his spirit, his love for life and how he never complained about his own health problems. There are not many people in this world who can have such a positive impact on so many who never even met him. He will be greatly missed here but I expect there was quite a crowd cheering and welcoming him 'home' on the other side. RIP, Jack.
I'm not always on the fourm but when I am it's mostly lurking around Reoville. I never had one interaction with Jack. However, I did enjoy reading his many funny, smart and well written posts. His youtube reloading video revealed a man who's personality was just as big in person as it was in his ECF posts. I know he had many friends here, and while I won't say Jack was my friend, I will say he was the type of man I would like to have known more.
I will miss Jack's presence here on ECF and my thoughts and well wishes go out to Jack's family and many friends.
I will miss Jack's presence here on ECF and my thoughts and well wishes go out to Jack's family and many friends.
edit out Jake and put in DOG I thank our Representatives for their service to us
RIP My friend
That was awesome, I wish I'd made it here sooner because I think I'd have really liked him and I always have a soft spot for a vet. RIP Jack!!
I've been up late reading jacks book the last few nights...very happy I got it. Positive thoughts and much love to those that went to the mountains to celebrate his awesome life together!!
Barely knew the man, even on these forums, yet he was one who always made us laugh and gave great advice.
Jack is Dancing in a better place than this. Dance On, Jack
Jack is Dancing in a better place than this. Dance On, Jack
OMG, been out of town with limited net and came to the lounge and see all these avatars and my heart sunk. Found this thread and am still in shock. What a great and unique guy who always had a positive outlook and the ability to have me clean keyboards more than once laughing at his crazy antics and articulate posts. Jack you will be so missed, you brought a lot of love and laughter to this forum. So glad you went out doing something you loved, keep dancing Jack.
at loss for words...
You sir, is the salt of the earth.
Though we are worlds apart, in behalf of the Filipino vaping community,
Our prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Ben
You sir, is the salt of the earth.
Though we are worlds apart, in behalf of the Filipino vaping community,
Our prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Ben
Dear Jack, one last salute to you
and a salute to our REO and Trippy kin who went to the memorial today - Thank You
and a salute to our REO and Trippy kin who went to the memorial today - Thank You
Rest well Jack and Thank You for...
...making me laugh
...making me cry
...sometimes making me angry
...but always making me think!
...making me laugh
...making me cry
...sometimes making me angry
...but always making me think!
Here are some photos from the trip to Denver for Jack's Memorial Service.
We arrived at the hotel just as the sun was going down Thursday night - View from the Hotel window
The next day at Trippy Tip Bert's house. He and his adorable wife B were incredible hosts and took us in like family. Pictured-Okienurse, Bert, Alice and Pietro
View from Bert's back yard - Nice huh?
Bert and B's incredible dog Kai
Glassy Freddy stopped bye as well
We arrived at the hotel just as the sun was going down Thursday night - View from the Hotel window
The next day at Trippy Tip Bert's house. He and his adorable wife B were incredible hosts and took us in like family. Pictured-Okienurse, Bert, Alice and Pietro
View from Bert's back yard - Nice huh?
Bert and B's incredible dog Kai
Glassy Freddy stopped bye as well
The next day was the service, or so I thought. Turns out much to my horror and dismay, I misread the date. So we went to brunch and toasted Jack!
Smile man, we all make mistakes. Trying but not doing a good job. I felt terrible about the mistake. Still do.
Even Alice turned her back on me... Just kidding.
Pietro soaking up the Colorado sunshine!
Smile man, we all make mistakes. Trying but not doing a good job. I felt terrible about the mistake. Still do.
Even Alice turned her back on me... Just kidding.
Pietro soaking up the Colorado sunshine!
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We decided to spend the rest of the day doing what Jack would do. Head to the mountains! First stop, provisions! They sure eat some odd stuff at heaven's front door.
Hmm...McDonalds?
Mountains were gorgeous. No words needed for next few shots. Elevation around 10,500 feet.
Hmm...McDonalds?
Mountains were gorgeous. No words needed for next few shots. Elevation around 10,500 feet.
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