Angelsboi passed away 16 Jun 04 (was: Angelsboi Health Update)

[Hecatol]

I like Olgar Shiverstone's suggestion a few pages back; would it perhaps be possible to add a more permanent little "memorial area" for Angelsboi and Kaga?

 

[Remathilis]

Glory To The Brave
Find this song on Sheet music, CD
(by Dronjak/Stromblad/Cans)
Snow is falling down on this glorious land
colors fading, turning into white again
To fallen heroes angels sting, they cry their winter tears
endless mourning days will turn to years

So this is goodbye, I take leave of you and
spread your wings and you will fly away now, fly away now

Nothing on earth stays forever
but none of your deeds were in vain
Deep in our hearts you will live again
you're gone to the home of the brave

Every solemn moment I will treasure inside
even though it's hard to understand
that a silent wind can blow that candle out
taking everything leaving the pain far behind

You call out my name, but your voice is fading
into the wind, embraced, you'll fly away now, fly away now

Nothing on earth stays forever
but none of your deeds were in vain
Deep in our hearts you will live again
you're gone to the home of the brave

My eyes are closed I feel you're faraway (so close)
far beyond that shining star
I know you'll find what you've been fighting for
far beyond that shining star

Down on bended knee I pray, bring courage to these souls
make'em live forever in the heart of the bold
So I say farewell my friends, I hope we'll meet again
when my time has come to fall from the grace

So this is goodbye, I take leave of you and
spread your wings and you will fly away now, fly away now

Nothing on earth stays forever
but none of your deeds were in vain
Deep in our hearts you will live again
you're gone to the home of the brave

 

[Drago]

It was only last week I was thinking I hadn't seen a post from him in a while and wondering how he was doing ...
As a ancient lurker on these boards, since before 3ed was released, I have read many a post by Angelboi. So as many of you, I got to know him through this board. He was a character as unique as there is, an open and honest person who was unafraid of who he was.
When I checked the boards this morning this thread immediately caught my eye,
it comes as a sad shock to discover one so young is gone...
My condolences to his family and friends, and may he have peace and eternal joy.

Dave

 

[Dismas]

So you know how pale & wanton thrillful
comes death on a strange hour
unannounced, unplanned for

like a scaring over-friendly guest you've
brought to bed

Death makes angels of us all
& gives us wings

where we had shoulders
smooth as raven's
claws

Jim Morrision, An American Prayer.

 

[Claude Raines]

Most people on this board I just consider acquaintances. He was one of the few that I considered a friend.

 

[Umbran]

It's a cryin' shame to lose good people so young.

Peace to Ryan and his family.

 

[Chunklets]

Sadness. I remember Angelsboi fondly from when I used to lurk here quite a long time ago. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

 

[Darkness]

This grieves me.

I still remember the times when Angelsboi was a prolific poster here, way back on the old boards. His story hour, the chats about Buffy, all these things.
He was a nice man.

Peace, Ryan and his family...

 

[Impeesa]

You know, it was just a few days ago that I was telling my girlfriend about this guy I knew online and how hard he'd been hit by AIDS. I was wondering how he was doing, because I hadn't seen an update in months. When I first saw there was a new update on his health, I breathed a small sigh of relief - that meant he had to still be hanging on, right?

It's a good thing my coworkers are nowhere to be found. I'm not the type to get too shaken up about the loss of anyone short of immediate family - at least, not in and of itself. But reading through so many pages, seeing how many lives he's touched without ever meeting any of them personally.. well, I may be getting a bit red-eyed here. Maybe I can pass it off as allergies.

A community like this is greater than the sum of its parts. We see it in the unique viewpoints of every post, the enthusiasm and creativity that feed off each other. It's not until such a great person disappears that you realize just how much an individual contributes to that wonderful atmosphere.

Ryan, you will be missed.

--Impeesa--

 

[William Ronald]

Rest in peace, Ryan.

I remember Ryan's energy, his joy, his courage in the face of adversity, and his honesty. I remember posts on Buffy and Angel that made me laugh on a grim day. Let us remember Ryan's good qualities, and incorporate those traits in ourselves.

I remember that when thalmin gave Angelsboi a gift of EN World supporter status, how happy he was at this surprise. I posted that I hope he could make it up to Games Plus to thank thalmin personally. Sadly, he will not again be on these boards or at any convention. Yet, I think his presence will still be felt here at EN World and in the larger world.

EN World is a very open and friendly place, and I believe Ryan did his best to contribute to that aspect of the boards. We commiserated with him and supported him during his illness. Now, we mourn Ryan and think back to happier times. May Ryan find the peace and happiness that at times seemed so elusive to him.

May the Source of Peace send peace to those who mourn and comfort to those who are bereaved.