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Title: Sad news
Post by: aztecan on August 08, 2011, 12:53:43 pm
I learned that Carl Willcox, known here as Capt. Carl, passed away last night.

He put up a valiant fight and was a joy to know. I will miss him.

Rest in peace.

Sadly,

Mark
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Post by: Ann on August 08, 2011, 12:55:53 pm
I've been dreading this day.

Love you Carl. Hope you're at peace.

I don't know what else to say right now.
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Post by: Miss Philicia on August 08, 2011, 12:57:40 pm
Sad is such an understatement. Nobody should have to endure what Carl did, and so young. This upsets me greatly. I will miss you, Carlita.
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Post by: Jeff G on August 08, 2011, 12:59:04 pm
I will miss him .
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Post by: Dachshund on August 08, 2011, 01:00:17 pm
Words fail. Carl was a treasure. I will miss him.
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Post by: GSOgymrat on August 08, 2011, 01:04:50 pm
My condolescences to his friends and family. From what he shared on this forum he seemed like a great guy and very brave.
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Post by: mikeyb39 on August 08, 2011, 01:05:21 pm
sorry to hear that  RIP :(
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Post by: hope_for_a_cure on August 08, 2011, 01:21:21 pm
He was one of the decent folks that posted in these forums for sure.  Very sorry to read this about the Capt. 
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Post by: phildinftlaudy on August 08, 2011, 01:39:01 pm
Carl - love you dearly and hope you are at peace.

Thank you for bringing light into my life even when you were going through your struggles.

Thank you for showing me how to keep a sense of humor even in spite of.

You will be missed - but always remembered.

-Phil
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Post by: denb45 on August 08, 2011, 01:39:57 pm
For the short time I met 1st Carl & Norm, I felt like I'm known him for a very long time, GOD SPEED, your pain and suffering is over, now you can rest FOREVER, Norm, my sincere condolence, in your hour of need, and to Carl's family  :'(
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Post by: Rev. Moon on August 08, 2011, 01:52:04 pm
This is devastating  :-[.  Carl was a fighter and had to endure so much.  Still, he always found a way to make me laugh and lift my spirits when we had a chance to talk on the phone.

I will miss him dearly. 

Much love to Norm and to the Captain's family during this trying moment.
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Post by: Lou-ah-vull on August 08, 2011, 02:18:16 pm
I was just thinking about him again this morning and now I see the news of his passing.  His courage in the final months was inspiring to our community and he will be lovingly remembered next week when we gather in Seattle.  His passing is a poignant reminder to us all about the fragility of life and the endurance of the bonds of love and friendship (yes...they survive the grave even as it claims our mortal bodies.)

Rest peacefully and joyfully Carl.  Condolences Norm.

Gary
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Post by: bmancanfly on August 08, 2011, 02:51:31 pm
Very sad news.

My condolences to his partner,  family and friends.
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Post by: Joe K on August 08, 2011, 03:09:04 pm
My deepest condolences on all of our loss.
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Post by: LM on August 08, 2011, 03:27:55 pm
Despite his hardships, I'll remember how he was always attentive to others around here. May he rest in peace.
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Post by: wolfter on August 08, 2011, 03:36:10 pm
No adequate words.  I will miss his sage advice and friendship.  My thoughts are with Norm at this terrible time.
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Post by: odyssey on August 08, 2011, 03:50:41 pm
Capt. Carl was just freakin' awesome. He will definitely be remembered fondly. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
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Post by: J.R.E. on August 08, 2011, 03:59:53 pm


This is terribly sad news.   My condolences to Norm and Carl's family.  He will always be remembered, and missed. He was  such a courageous guy.


Ray
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Post by: Buckmark on August 08, 2011, 04:55:02 pm
I will remember Carl as a courageous fighter.  And I'll miss him, and the way he contributed to others here, as I am sure he did with his family and friends too.
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Post by: BT65 on August 08, 2011, 05:01:31 pm
Norm, I'm so, so sorry.  I'll, along with everyone else, will miss the Capt. terribly.  I loved talking to him, however briefly, and it seems like it was just today.  Please accept my sincere condolences. :'(
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Post by: leatherman on August 08, 2011, 05:07:33 pm
anytime anyone we know passes, the day, no matter how sunny, turns dark and dreary. :'( I'm so saddened to hear that Carl is no longer with us, and my heart aches for Norm who has been left behind. My deepest condolences to Norm and all of their friends and family.
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Post by: metekrop on August 08, 2011, 05:23:14 pm
Very sad news, indeed.
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Post by: anniebc on August 08, 2011, 05:42:58 pm
There are some day's in this world that just fucking suck and today is one of them.

Like Ann I have dreaded this day for so long now, even though we knew it was coming it still comes as a terrible shock.

Carl I love you and I will miss you dreadfully, I will miss our phone calls, your wonderful sense of humor, your paintings and your stories of the man you loved so much, I'm just glad you were with him when you quietly passed away.

A good handful of people here have lost a great buddy today, my heart is with them all today, and of course Norm and Carl's family and their friend's are in my prayers.

Your pain is over Carl, and I'm so thankful for that, ours is just beginning.

Today is a bad day.

In great sadness
Jan :'(
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Post by: gemini20 on August 08, 2011, 05:59:22 pm
My sincere condolences to Norm and all those who counted Carl as their friend...such sad news...those we have loved and lost are only ever a thought away...so always remember them.

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Post by: bocker3 on August 08, 2011, 06:15:52 pm
Very sad, indeed....

What will always stand out for me was, no matter how much shit life was handing Carl, he was always more worried for Norm and others than he was for himself.  He was a class act all the way -- I will miss him.

Mike
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Post by: skeebo1969 on August 08, 2011, 06:29:28 pm



   Cap fought the good fight with nay complaint.   Sad as it is, I'm just glad he's in peace now....

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Post by: Matty the Damned on August 08, 2011, 06:30:22 pm
Vale Uncle Carl. :'(

You will be forever loved.

MtD
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Post by: Raf on August 08, 2011, 06:53:05 pm
Rest in peace captain
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Post by: David_CA on August 08, 2011, 07:25:10 pm
I was just thinking about him earlier today.  I never really got to know him through private exchanges, but I always felt I knew him through his posts.  I'll definitely miss his sense of humor, which was present at times that often left me amazed.  Our thoughts and prayers go to his partner and family.  I know he'll be missed on these forums. 
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Post by: le_liseur on August 08, 2011, 07:35:22 pm
I didn't know him, but I do hope he rests in peace. And I wish my condoleances to his loved ones, family and friends, and to the members of this forum who knew him.
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Post by: Since2005 on August 08, 2011, 07:59:14 pm
I did not know him, but I wish he may rest in piece.
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Post by: WillyWump on August 08, 2011, 08:04:03 pm
I will miss his "this is your Capt speaking..."

Condolences to Norm and family.

-Will
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Post by: emeraldize on August 08, 2011, 08:59:18 pm
My condolences to Norm, Carl's family and his many friends here. Sad news. Courageous man.
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Post by: Basquo on August 08, 2011, 09:02:56 pm
Goddammit. Last we spoke he said he remained optimistic about going to Seattle. He also said that he didn't see it happening...but I know he will be there with us.

With extreme sadness, my condolences and hugs go out to Norm and the rest of his family.
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Post by: Robert on August 08, 2011, 09:06:42 pm
Thanks, Carl.  You have shown us all how good life can be.
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Post by: sharkdiver on August 08, 2011, 10:14:19 pm
It was an honor to get to know you, talk with you, laugh with you...  it's still kind of like a dream. That I want to wake up and and it was not so.

In the short time that I knew you, I loved you and will miss you dearly.

Norm, my heart goes out to you. I know he loved you so so much.

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Post by: komnaes on August 08, 2011, 10:38:31 pm
I will be in mourning this rainy day.. for a dear friend who's shown me how to live gracefully, and depart courageously..
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Post by: drewm on August 08, 2011, 10:51:17 pm
I haven't been here that long but Carl was one of the first to reach out and say hello. His kind demeanor, compassion and understanding will be greatly missed. RIP friend!  :'(
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Post by: klassykitty on August 08, 2011, 11:17:43 pm
RIP Capt. Carl :'(

Condolences to Norm and families.

Michelle
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Post by: spacebarsux on August 09, 2011, 03:17:14 am
This is very sad news. My condolences to his family.
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Post by: camille07 on August 09, 2011, 07:27:48 am
You will be missed Captain Carl.
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Post by: karry on August 09, 2011, 05:50:14 pm
RIP Carl. I will remember you always as one of the most courageous people I have ever come across.
Karry
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Post by: pozniceguy on August 09, 2011, 06:45:21 pm
seems  such a short time ago when i lalked with him about  things  to see/do in Seattle    ... then  the  worst news  came along,  you  are  well remembered  here  Capt......

Nick
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Post by: Jody on August 09, 2011, 10:59:12 pm
I'm very sorry to hear this awful news.  Carl meant so much to all the good people who frequent these great forums with his advice, great sense of humor and willingness to help anyone.  RIP Carl and sympathies to Norm and their families and friends.

Jody :(
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Post by: Jody on August 09, 2011, 11:01:51 pm
I'm very sorry to hear this terrible news.  I know Carl was very sick but he will be forever missed for his great advice, sense of humor and willingness to help anyone and everyone.  My sympathies to Norm and their families and friends.

Jody :(
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Post by: HowYouDoin on August 10, 2011, 01:56:13 pm
May he R.I.P.
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Post by: Hellraiser on August 11, 2011, 10:40:40 am
I had hoped when he began posting regularly he was feeling better because he was getting better.  He will be missed.
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Post by: denb45 on August 11, 2011, 11:06:04 am
Sunday Morning AUG 7th as I awoke ,saw a the most beautiful White-Pigeon-Dove @ my window seal , it hit the window (not very hard), and then perched itself on my BBQ-Grill , I know that was Capt Carl telling me he didn't have long for this world, I will miss him, and our Sunday BBQ-Steak dinners that Bob & I and Norm and Carl use to eat up @ his place, I'm very happy I got to know  Carl & Norm before he passed away :'(
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Post by: bear60 on August 11, 2011, 12:10:40 pm
sad news.
My condolences to his partner and family.
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Post by: AlanBama on August 11, 2011, 02:55:46 pm
My condolences to Norm and all of Carl's family and friends.

We will miss him GREATLY   :-*

Rest eternal grant to Carl, O Lord
And let light perpetual shine upon him.
May the souls of the departed,
Through the mercy of God,
Rest in peace.
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Post by: eric48 on August 11, 2011, 05:36:12 pm
Very sad news indeed. After the recent posts on his condition, there had seemed to be a bit of hope....

My condolences to his beloved ones. Eric
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Post by: mpositive on August 11, 2011, 08:20:41 pm
Rest In Peace
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Post by: weasel on August 12, 2011, 03:10:23 pm


              I am in shock ,   Carl  was one of the first Guys on the forums to Email  me .

              It used to be on a regular basis .  We never talked of HIV .

              I loved the stories  and adventures of    " De Soto  Boy  "    , As we both have one .

              R.I.P.  my Dear fellow car guy !

              I had been praying you would get better   .

                                                        Carl   :-*
             
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Post by: OneTampa on August 12, 2011, 08:16:11 pm
Rest in Wonderful Peace Carl.
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Post by: Assurbanipal on August 16, 2011, 10:01:57 am
In these forums he appeared an intrepid soul; I admired him greatly.

My condolences to Norm and others who love him.

With respect,
A