Death at the PG vs. LE game

[LE Dad]

Dear Everyone,
This is his son. It is a very sad time for our family and I would like everyone on 3adl to know that my father has passed on to a better place and that he died crossing the street after doing his favorite thing in the world and that was watching me play football. He and my sister were hit by a car and he did not make it but my sister has a broken ankle. I know that he loved this site and many people on it. Thank you all very much and please keep our family in your prayers. I will stay on here for the next couple of days before signing out for the final time. Thank you.
LEDads Son

[bobcat4life]

Prayers for you and your family. I really liked reading his posts on here.

[trojandad]

how are you doing, son? you're sure doing your father proud in SO many ways.....i hope your sister is mending in her body and her heart.....i'm sure she's glad she has you for such support....

your dad was a wonderful guy out here and your right about one thing, he loved watching you play....i'm sure i speak for a lot of us when i say it would have been terrible to not know what happened to him and have him just disappear....

i'm sad for your dad but i have two sons of my own and, should something happen to me, i sure hope they do as good of a job making me proud as you have done for your dad....you are in our prayers and welded deep in every parents heart on here....God bless you and your family, son...

[Pudlugger]

Oh dear Lord this is so tragic. I am so very sorry to hear this. LE Dad was such a great guy I always enjoyed reading his posts on this board. He was so proud of all the LE players and team and especially you, his son. I know personally how wonderful a dad feels to watch his son play on the football field. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family and may God bless you all and comfort you in this sad time. Prayers sent from La Grange.

[DDBooger]

Wow, this is sobering. My condolences.

[eagles_victory]

Unreal is the only way to describe this. Your dad was loved here as I'm sure he was in your community prayers go out to you and your family.

[coach]

Im in shock. Im sorry about your dad. I know he is proud of you and will continue to watch you play every friday night. RIP LE Dad you will be missed.

[BaseballUmp]

How very tragic. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you in your time of need.

[LE Dad]

Thank you all. My number one goal now is to do everything he would have wanted. Thank you all very very much.

[coach]

Originally posted by LE Dad
Thank you all. My number one goal now is to do everything he would have wanted. Thank you all very very much.

I would think he would want you to do your best in everything you do. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and friends.

[pirate4state]

wow I read about this on txkmom's Facebook status Friday night. I am so sorry to hear it was your dad and a fellow downlow family member. Your dad had so much fun on this site. He will be missed.

May God Bless you with the strength and faith to carry on.

[bwdaggie]

the fact that you have honored your dad in this way speaks volumes about the man you are & the man your father was to raise you to be this way. please know that i am praying for your strength and peace in this difficult time. God Bless You and your family.

[eagles_victory]

I read an article said that he had just escorted a young lady to her car along with his daughter sounds like a class act to the very end. Going to miss that guy on here.

[LE Dad]

Yes my cousin was at the game her and her son parked across the street from the stadium and he walked them to their car and on the way back across to his him and my sister got hit. And he raised me right and im proud to show that. Thanks again for you guys support he would have loved to see it.

[LE Dad]

And is your quote his last post?

[Saggy Aggie]

Wow. I'm so sorry to hear this. I lost my dad last December so I can understand what you're going through.

Le dad was a funny guy and I loved reading his posts and checking out his pictures. He was always good for a laugh. Know that I'll be praying for you and your family. Be strong. It gets easier with time.

[Tx Challenge]

Wow...Shocking and sad....Prayers to the family and may he rest in peace...

[RoyceTTU]

Prayers from Brownwood, his quick wit and humor will be missed. LE was a passionate person and I enjoyed reading his post. I will pray for the strength of your family to prevail in tough times.

God Bless you all!!!

[LH Panther Mom]

I am so very sorry for your loss. :( I pray that God is with you and the rest of your family during this time and that he heals the hurt in your heart.

Best of luck to you in the future!

[Snotbubbles]

This has blown me away. God speed to your family. What a son you are. Chip off the old block.

The son has asked if that score post was his dad's last post on here. Can 3ADL confirm for him?

Man, this is sad.

[Lake Pirate]

My condolences to you and your family. You are one strong young man. Your Dad would be proud. Prayers for you and your family from Mathis.

[navscanmaster]

I can't even describe how shocked and saddened I am to here this. May God be with you and your family in this time of grieving. Your father was a class act and very contributory poster here.

[buckeyebob]

Prayers from Gilmer. I enjoyed the banter with LEDad. He will be missed. This is indeed a sad day.

[LH_Tuff]

Shocking to say the least. Prayers from Liberty Hill for you and your family.

LE_Dad was one of the reasons I would frequent this board. I always enjoyed his humor. He was truly a class act. This board will never be the same.

He was truly proud of LE sports and especially his children. May god bless.

[bobcat1]

LE Dad was a great poster and a lot of fun. He loved his football but most importantly he loved you and your family. I am so very sorry for your loss and will pray for total healing of your heart. You will be very aware of his presence in your thoughts and decisions you make. When you think of what you should do at anytime in your life you will be aware of what he would have done. May God's grace and mercy comfort you and your family. We also pray for a complete healing for your sister.

[oldtownag]

Prayers for your family. This is tragic, your dad will truely be missed.

[GrTigers6]

Wow! Prayers from glen rose. I can only imagine what you are going through. I know no words can really help at this time but just remember you always have friends here on the downlow.

[garciap77]

Prayers from Wylie! I'm shocked and saddened. He is one poster I wish I could have met. I just read a PM from him Friday before heading to the Snyder/Brownwood game. I had PM him to ask him why he was not having fun on the Snyder/Brownwood thread.

Re: brownwood vs snyder
I have been busy lately... doing payroll all morning this morning. I think this is second time I have logged on all do.... Besides I gotta save my good stuff foer Wylie? Bwood.lol


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garciap77 wrote on 10-15-2010 12:05 PM:
Why are you not having some fun on the tread?

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Every game is a BIG game.


LEDad will be missed!

God Bless you and your family!

[sinton66]

Prayers from Sinton and the ownership of 3ADL. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. Your Dad was a good guy and we enjoyed having him here. He will be missed.

The score update that was quoted was indeed his last post.

[Looking4number8]

Wow, I am shocked and at a loss of words. I am so sorry for you and your family. My best wishes for you, your future, your sister and her recovery both physical and mental. God Bless you all!

[Gsquared]

This is awful. I really like LEdad, seemed like a very good man. I will miss him. God bless you LEdad!

[ccmom]

Sincere prayers for his family.

[Old Green]

So sorry to hear about your dad and sister. LE Dad will be greatly missed. Pyaying for a speedy recovery for your sister.

[waterboy]

I just found out about this. I am in shock. I've met your Dad and sister a couple of times this year, and had some long conversations with him. I considered Carl a friend. I don't know what to say, except that I am truly sorry, and your Dad will be truly missed by me and my daughter. I will certainly say some prayers for your sister and all of y'all. God bless you!:(

[bwdlionfan]

wow, so sorry to hear about LE Dad. He loved to have fun with us bantering back and forth on the site. He'll be missed. Prayers go out to his family.

[44INAROW]

I am in shock right now.. Thank you for honoring your dad by posting........ prayers to you and the family - I am signing off for a while.. :(

[BILLYFRED0000]

This is one of those things that never make any sense. I will miss his humor and sensibility. He was obviously a great guy, good dad and football fan. This has hit me hard because of a lot of reasons but mainly because of the respect you have shown him by your manner. I have a son that is young but plays even now and I hope that someday he will be able to show that same kind of respect that you have shown. Thank you for letting us in our 3a downlow family know. God will always love and bless you because he keeps his promises. Depend on him now and he will not fail you.

[firstdown]

Wow. I am so sorry for your loss.

Prayers from Argyle. I hope your sister is doing well and has a complete recovery.

[Hornet Mom 2]

Prayers from Caldwell. Very sad to hear this news.

[OldNavy]

Prayers for solace, strength and Gods grace. I am so sorry for your loss.

[injuredinmelee]

Prayers for you and your family young man. Your dad was a very funny and witty man that always had a knack for when to drop the punch line. He will be sorely missed here.

[lostaussie]

I am absolutely stunned. Just got online for the first time since Friday. May God be with you at this difficult time.

[bowleghorses]

I don't know what to say other than I am truly sorry for the loss of your father. I never met him but felt like I've known him for years from his great post. Keep doing what you do because he couldn't have been prouder of you and your family and remember he will always be there watching over you. We will keep you in our prayers and wish your sister a speedy recovery. Prayers from south Louisiana. :(

[eagles_victory]

Originally posted by LE Dad
And is your quote his last post? Yeah it is

[Louie13]

So sorry. Prayer and peace to your family. I have read many of his posts too.

[91 lion]

Oh my! I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers from Brownwood, by way of San Antonio.

[DaHop72]

I will be praying for you. Until someone loses a parent they can never understand the hurt and the hole in your heart. Treasure the time you spent with him knowing you were everthing to him and carry those thoughts with you always.

[BEAST]

Very very sorry. LE and and I had several fun war of words on here. It was never personal. We even Pmd several times laughing about it.

I lost my dad last November. If you need anything or have any questions, just send me a PM.




BEAST

[Bullaholic]

I remember LE Dad for several good reasons, but I think that his most outstanding quality is that he truly loved highschool football and everything that goes with it from the LE team, coaches, and families to the posters on this board. When someone truly loves something---it shows---and LE Dad showed this love every day in every post on this board---many of which took considerable time and computer skills to put together---and displayed his wit, humor, and mainly his love of people and kids. He will be missed.

I offer my condolences and prayers from Bull Country to the Texarkana LE community and the family of LE Dad during this trying time. May God Bless and be with you all....

[Charlie47]

Originally posted by LE Dad
Dear Everyone,
This is his son. It is a very sad time for our family and I would like everyone on 3adl to know that my father has passed on to a better place and that he died crossing the street after doing his favorite thing in the world and that was watching me play football. He and my sister were hit by a car and he did not make it but my sister has a broken ankle. I know that he loved this site and many people on it. Thank you all very much and please keep our family in your prayers. I will stay on here for the next couple of days before signing out for the final time. Thank you.
LEDads Son

Truly sad, I really enjoyed banter with your father. He really loved
his children. I will really miss him! I will be praying for the family.
My heart is with your family!

[Rocket]

I am stunned. I am truly sorry to hear about this. Very sobering. My prayers are with you and your family.

[AP Panther Fan]

Oh my, I am shocked and saddened by this loss. Your Dad had such a good time on the 3adownlow and he will be greatly missed. There wasn't a day that went by that he didn't bring a smile to a complete stranger's face. I am so sorry and thank you so much for letting us know.

I will pray that you, your family and friends gather the strength needed to get through this difficult time.



Thoughts and prayers from Aransas Pass.

:(

[BwdLions]

What a tragedy. I'm so sorry to hear that this happened. It was obvious that LE Dad was passionate about his team. My condolences to the family for your loss. The site will not be near as entertaining without LE Dad.

[hollywood]

What shocking news. So sorry to hear this. I really enjoyed reading LEDad's posts. He was always so entertaining and kept me rolling. It really showed that he loved his HS football and sports in general, his family and most importantly, God. May your family be embraced by His love and healing. God bless your family. May your father rest in piece.

-Sincerely, Hollywood.

[Danana70]

I am a new poster to this board but I've been reading it for several years.. I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad, but as you said he died doing what he loved the most.
May the good Lord wrap you and your family in his loving arms and give you strength to endure the days ahead. God bless you all..

[CheerMom]

I am so sorry for your loss...I am just in shock...my prayers are with your family... :(

[OldBison75]

A great man and a great football fan has been lost to us on the Downlow. LE DAD was passionate about his family, his team, and high school sports in general. I never read a single post that he was critical of a kid, or even a coach. He supported his team with a clear and relistic approach and treated each person he bantered with respect and dignity. This board has lost one of the really GOOD GUYS.

The thoughts and prayers of my family and the Navasota Rattler nation are with you and your family. We pray that the entire LE community will find peace in the memory of such a great supporter and that healing will come with the wonderful memories he has left with you.

To you, his son, know he was very proud of you and it is obvious you were and are very proud of him. I would welcome you to become a regular poster on this board and keep us informed of the LE sports happenings and the progress of you and your family in the future. Always know that you have great friends on this board.

[Gobbler Fan]

Hold tight to memories for comfort.
Lean on your friends for strength
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Peace, prayers and blessings from Cuero

[CHS_Grad '85]

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and community. RIP LE Dad. :(

[MUSTANG69]

Shocking and tragic news. Prayers from Ingleside.

[Ex-Tiger2005]

Sorry to hear about the loss...You could tell he was a good man and loved his children in his posts. Prayers from my family to yours...

[LionKing]

Prayers and condolences, to LEDad and family.

[charlesrixey]

:(

He was a great guy and a great fan. Prayers indeed for you and your family.

It won't be the same without him here.

[Yoe_09]

Very sad to hear about this loss. Prayers go out to family and friends.

[SHSBulldog00]

I am deeply saddened by your loss. I did not know your father personally, but from his post he seemed like a GREAT man. Both of my parents are still living so I do not know how you and your family feel but know that God watches over all and will give you the strength you and your family need. I only wish I could have met your dad. The world is a poorer place without LE Dad. I hope your sister recovers. Prayer's and the deepest sympathy from Sweeny.

[Maroon87]

What a tragedy...many prayers to LE Dad's family.:(

[Bruce]

Very Sad, I pray for all. Thanks!

http://www.texarkanagazette.com/news/deaths/2010/10/18/carl-hines-3.php

[trojandad]

Originally posted by OldBison75
A great man and a great football fan has been lost to us on the Downlow. LE DAD was passionate about his family, his team, and high school sports in general. I never read a single post that he was critical of a kid, or even a coach. He supported his team with a clear and relistic approach and treated each person he bantered with respect and dignity. This board has lost one of the really GOOD GUYS.

The thoughts and prayers of my family and the Navasota Rattler nation are with you and your family. We pray that the entire LE community will find peace in the memory of such a great supporter and that healing will come with the wonderful memories he has left with you.

To you, his son, know he was very proud of you and it is obvious you were and are very proud of him. I would welcome you to become a regular poster on this board and keep us informed of the LE sports happenings and the progress of you and your family in the future. Always know that you have great friends on this board.

i didn't know how to suggest it, bison, but you said what i was thinking well....it's certainly up to his son, but i'd hope he'd keep his dad's posts going here, telling us how liberty eylau is doing as well as his family and friends.....i sure understand if it's too tough but i know i, for one, would consider his son as welcome as the flowers in may......

[Sweetwater Red]

My thoughts and prayers go out to LE Dad's family and friends at this time of need.

[BreckTxLonghorn]

Just saw this. My deepest condolences.

[Ranger Mom]

I just saw this. I am shocked and saddened to read this.

I never had the honor of meeting LE Dad in person, but I could tell by his posts that he was great man.

May God wrap his loving arms around his family and give them solace during this time of grief.

Words cannot describe how heavy my heart is right now!!:(

RIP LE Dad....you will be missed more than you could ever imagine.

[RPF2666]

Your dad will live on through you and your sister. God bless you.

[rojosgirl]

Very sad news indeed. Prayers to you and your family from Gobbler Country.

[Txbroadcaster]

What exactly happen?

[Bruce]

From the local paper.Thanks!

http://www.texarkanagazette.com/news/localnews/2010/10/17/car-strikes-kills-man-at-homecoming-game-63.php

[Charlie47]

Originally posted by Bruce
Very Sad, I pray for all. Thanks!

http://www.texarkanagazette.com/news/deaths/2010/10/18/carl-hines-3.php

Thanks Bruce, I appreciate you publishing the obit. Gosh, I'm
going to miss Carl. It's comforting to know the LORD is in control
for this precious family. I will be praying.:(

[Pawdaddy]

Son, I know that these last few days have been an awful blur of pain, emotion, confusion and questions. I lost my mother in December, and then, my dad in May. But, they were older and, though not easy, they had a long life.

I met your dad, personally, at the LE/Gilmer game. He is the only poster from outside Gilmer I have made the effort to meet and I am better for it. Your sister was right beside him as we visited for the entire halftime. Carl and I texted each other several times since then. Even though I only actually spoke to him for a few minutes, I feel I have lost a friend.

I placed your family on our Sunday School prayer list Sunday, without any idea who we were praying for. God knew though, and many, many people are lifting your family and friends up to our Lord for strength and comfort. We are praying for ourselves as well.

[NastySlot]

Rest in Peace...brother.

[BullsFan]

I am so so sorry to hear this news. I really enjoyed LE Dad's posts, and he will be truly missed here. Will be praying for God's peace and comfort for family and friends, especially his children.

[Txbroadcaster]

I am honestly still stunned to the point I am numb..Le Dad always pm me to talk about our shows and games and we shared stupid East Texas jokes and just had alot of fun on here.

I know we have seen some others go on this board, but IMO this is the one that shocks me the most

[lulu]

I am in tears. I have not read a lot this week. Would log in but get interrupted.
I did post on the orig. notice I think but had no idea it was LE Dad.

LE Dad and I did a lot of PM or text. He was who I vented to when it was not good to put it out on the forum.

To his children: Your Father was a wonderful friend even though we never met. I would love to meet you both and would like it if you contacted me through PM. My prayers are with you. My thoughts will not leave you for a while I'm sure. My number may also be in his phone.

I know your hearts are broken and I do not know anything to say or do to fix it.
But GOD does. Look to Him.

[Phantom Stang]

I am shocked and sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May God bless you and your family.

[Eradicator]

Prayers from Kennedale/Granbury...

[slpybear the bullfan]

Simply stunned to read this. As many others have said, incredibly sobering.

I am very thankful that you shared an intimate message during this troubled time. Your dad was indeed passionate, but one of the most liked on here. Our prayers are with you here in Wise County.

Please continue to post on here as you feel like it. We would love to have you.

slpybear

[BwdLion73]

What a shock to log on after taking a weekend off. Prayers from Brownwood.

[Bone Pile]

It is so hard losing the ones you love. Especially with such a tradgic ending.
May the Dear Lord hold you and your family in his soft and loving hands.
If he leads you to it, he will lead you through it.
Please accept my condolensences and may peace and comfort be yours in the difficult days ahead.
BP

[1st and goal]

I am still shocked and saddened by this news. Son, know that he loved you and was passionate about the LE nation especially 3A football.

Your dad was really liked on this board and we would love to have you help us keep up with LE's highschool's accomplishments. Yes, some folks talked a lot of smack on here and your dad learned to dish it back but always in a positive way. With all his posts, it will take you a lot of time to go back and read them all and the responses. I guess since Giddings has never played LE, I've never had to thread joust with your dad but I've had some really good times with him in other threads. The thing about websites like these is, folks from many different backgrounds and cities can come together and enjoy arguing about which team on any given night can beat another and while we may not be personal best friends, we do however get to know each other pretty well. Your dad had invested a bunch of his time to this board and he will be missed greatly.

Prayers and condolences from Giddings Texas. Only God knows everything about this. Every now and then, he reaches down and picks one of his favorite flowers from his garden. Trust in him and give him your faith and only then will you begin to understand this. Remember, eternity is a long, long time.

God Bless you and your sister.

[eagles_victory]

Originally posted by Txbroadcaster
I am honestly still stunned to the point I am numb..Le Dad always pm me to talk about our shows and games and we shared stupid East Texas jokes and just had alot of fun on here.

I know we have seen some others go on this board, but IMO this is the one that shocks me the most I actually remember making a post wondering if any of our posters who just went away had pasted and we didn't know about it and a year or so late Bullfrog_Dad from Lake Worth I believe it was died but this is this is the only other poster I remember losing. With all due respect to Bullfrog_Dad he wasn't the presence on here that Carl was. He posted about an hour before his death about the game that makes it hard to understand.

[pirate4state]

Originally posted by eagles_victory
I actually remember making a post wondering if any of our posters who just went away had pasted and we didn't know about it and a year or so late Bullfrog_Dad from Lake Worth I believe it was died but this is this is the only other poster I remember losing. With all due respect to Bullfrog_Dad he wasn't the presence on here that Carl was. He posted about an hour before his death about the game that makes it hard to understand. I remember a conversation you & I had about it and then a few weeks or months went by and bullfrog_dad passed away. This has absolutely floored me. :(

[Ranger Mom]

I meant to post this when I made my original post but was in shock and forgot what all I planned to say.

To LE Dad son.....for you to get on here and let us know about your dad and our dear friend speaks volumes of the kind of young man you are.

For you to think of his "friends" around the state, the majority of who only knew your dad through his posts on a football message forum, just astounds me!!

Please check in from time to time help us keep his memory alive!!

Thoughts, prayers and well wishes from Greenwood.

[trojandad]

Originally posted by Ranger Mom
I meant to post this when I made my original post but was in shock and forgot what all I planned to say.

To LE Dad son.....for you to get on here and let us know about your dad and our dear friend speaks volumes of the kind of young man you are.

For you to think of his "friends" around the state, the majority of who only knew your dad through his posts on a football message forum, just astounds me!!

Please check in from time to time help us keep his memory alive!!

Thoughts, prayers and well wishes from Greenwood.

amen......

[MoveInDad]

It's strange that I can feel so much pain for someone I've have never spoken to or 'heard', seen, or even know of their name... I enjoyed his posts and will his presence.

[SWMustang]

Really sad news. :(

[eagles_victory]

Only bit of comfort I can find in this is that his daughter survived from knowing Carl the bit I did. I'm sure he would of rather had it this way than have his young daughter pass.Horrible that it had to happen this way and heartbreaking, but almost any parent would tell you the worst thing is losing a child so to me that comforts me a little in this time of tragedy.

[K-MAC Chuck]

Wow, I am SOOO sorry for your loss!

I know LE Dad is a much-respected person on here, and there are plenty of folks on this board who have much more seniority than I do that will confirm that.

I always liked reading his posts and keeping up with his posts and views.

It's a sad day indeed (I had been out of town til today, just saw the post).

God Bless you and yours, your Dad will ALWAYS be remembered. Rest assured he was well-respected on this site and made an impact on people.

[TheDOCTORdre]

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. It was a pleasure to be able to enjoy LE Dads banter and wit. He will be truly missed:(


Originally posted by MoveInDad
It's strange that I can feel so much pain for someone I've have never spoken to or 'heard', seen, or even know of their name... I enjoyed his posts and will his presence.

so true words

[Snyder_TigerFan]

I thought about this all day. My deepest condolences to the family. Very sad indeed. I really enjoyed his banter with Rocket. He will be missed.

[greenzebra]

Shock, disbelief. Words can not express my feelings. Having recently lost my father and having a son playing high school football I know the joy, love, pride and pleasure you gave your father. He must have been a wonderful man to have raised a young man as thoughtful as you. May God Bless you and your family and be with you in this time of grief. Prayers to you from Cuero.

[Eagle 1]

Wow, I am shocked to hear this. I had heard about the accident briefly on the news, but had no ideal it was your dad.
I am truly sorry for your loss and my prayers and condelences go out to you, your family, friends, and community.
His post will certainly be missed on here by myself and others.

[banderafan]

Terrible news. Prayers and condelences from Bandera.

[IHStangFan]

OMG, this is so tragic. LE Dad will be greatly missed. He was one of my favorite posters here and made me chuckle on a regular basis. RIP LE Dad. :(

[justlikesports]

Thoughts and prayers from Monahans.

[gold_33]

Wow, this news today was pretty shocking. LE dad always had nothing but good things to say and his spats with Rocket were priceless. Just goes to show how short life is and how quickly it can be taken away, and how irrelevant all our football talk and teams become when something tragic like this happens. Hats off to all the people on the downlow on everyone commending and showing respect to a man we all mostly only knew through a computer. God speed LE Dad you will be missed.

[trojan37]

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family from West. I had some conversation on the board and one thing is for sure-he loved football. He will be missed.

[Txbroadcaster]

Lay me down in the cold cold ground
Where before many more have gone
Lay me down in the cold cold ground
Where before many more have gone

When they come I will stand my ground
Stand my ground I'll not be afraid

Thoughts of home take away my fear
Sweat and blood hide my veil of tears

Once a year say a prayer for me
Close your eyes and remember me

Never more shall I see the sun

[CHS_89]

Prayers sent. Lord, please be with this family!

[pancho villa]

I am going to miss your Dad on here. I hope you and your sister are going to be ok. Pancho and family.

[Farmersfan]

This kind of puts life into a proper perspective doesn't it? All those petty squabbles and arguements with loved ones seem a little less important today! I encourage everyone to take time to tell those around you how much they mean to you and how much love they bring to your life. You never know when you might not have another opportunity.

LEdad R.I.P.

[SINTON81]

Prayers from Sinton.:( :(

[Bosqueville]

Prayers from a Brownwood fan via Waco. So sad. :(

[UPanIN]

Sad to hear. Prayers for the family.

[50 yard line fan]

Thoughts and prayers for your family from Brownwood.

[BIG BLUE DEFENSIVE END]

I just got a text message from pirate4state telling me about this, and I'll be honest when I say I shed a few tears for LE Dad and his family. I am truly sad to hear about this...even though he and I had some pretty fierce debates, I always had a lot of respect for him. If there is a Heaven, I'm sure he is there looking down on all of us...he truly was a great man.

[Eagle 1]

Originally posted by LE Dad
And is your quote his last post?

I think these are them.

http://bbs.3adownlow.com/vb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=107808

[SintonFan]

I'm not sure I can put into words what this tragedy is.
RIP LEDad.
I considered you a friend. You registered on this board and within a short time had endeared yourself to so many here with your wit and wisdom. I will remember you for all of the positive marks you left here. You were a special person, indeed. I regret never having the opportunity to meet you in person and I am sure you are smiling down on all of us from a special place indeed.
God bless you.
God bless your family.

[Old Tiger]

I didn't read all the news links but was alcohol involved or how exactly did it happen? My condolences go out to all his friends and family.

[big daddy russ]

Wow, I've been out of the loop for a few days and just saw this.

I'm with Gary. Even though I've never met LE Dad in person, I feel like he was one of my buddies. This hit me pretty hard. Which says loads about LE Dad's ability to connect with people and his ability to make each person, stranger or friend, feel important. Because everyone was important to him. Even Rocket. :D

But his ability to connect with all of us on that level on an internet message board says tons about his character and the type of man he was in real life and the impact he had on those who surrounded him.

Daniel, please don't be a stranger to the board. We'd love to have you stick around. Sounds like you're chip off the old block.

[Paratrooper]

So sorry for your loss man. Gosh that is just terrible - my prayers and thoughts are with you

[pirate4state]

Originally posted by Old Tiger
I didn't read all the news links but was alcohol involved or how exactly did it happen? My condolences go out to all his friends and family. He & his daughter were crossing the street from one parking lot to another when they were struck by a vehicle. No other details regarding the driver have been released to my knowledge.

Apparently, this street is not well lit and very busy after a football game. You would think there would be cops out directing traffic, but there were not. Hopefully now there will be.

[SintonPirateFan]

condolences to the family for your loss. terrible, terrible tragedy.

i will miss LE Dad and his witty sarcasm.

[Bull's-eye]

Sad news, prayers for his family & friends. 3A Down Low is like a big family, please keep each other in your thoughts & prayers.

[D_bird]

Prayers from Paradise... I get on here alot and read, but I don't post much. I always enjoyed reading LE Dad's posts and will miss seeing him on here.

All of the Texas High School Football sites together are like a big community, each with its own family if you will. Everyone at Texas2A would like to send out our sincerest condolences and prayers to LE Dad's family and friends.

[44INAROW]

Originally posted by Bull's-eye
Sad news, prayers for his family & friends. 3A Down Low is like a big family, please keep each other in your thoughts & prayers.
I have been trying to explain to my husband why LEDad's death has upset me so much. Even though I never met Carl personally, we had alot of "back and forth" PMs and snide remarks about this and that, I felt I knew him and we had daily interaction. I think PeeWee finally get's it. Like it's been said numerous times, this puts the petty squabbling and bickering in prospective.. :(

and I keep thinking how brave Daniel was posting about his dad's death.. I think that's what's got me so upset.. thinking of him sitting there posting the details.. :( :(



Daniel, please keep us posted on how you and your sister are doing.. as you can see, we really do care :)

[trojandad]

Originally posted by 44INAROW
I have been trying to explain to my husband why LEDad's death has upset me so much. Even though I never met Carl personally, we had alot of "back and forth" PMs and snide remarks about this and that, I felt I knew him and we had daily interaction. I think PeeWee finally get's it. Like it's been said numerous times, this puts the petty squabbling and bickering in prospective.. :(

and I keep thinking how brave Daniel was posting about his dad's death.. I think that's what's got me so upset.. thinking of him sitting there posting the details.. :( :(



Daniel, please keep us posted on how you and your sister are doing.. as you can see, we really do care :)

that was the exact point that overwhelmed me, the physics of sitting at a screen, probably typing thru tears and informing people that couldn't possibly have the same stake in my dad's death as i have....when i was a teen i wouldn't have thought about telling names on a board until weeks or months later, if at all.....

the last thing i'd want to talk about is football if my dad was hurt at one of THOSE games, i would, no doubt, have many many friends and family members that would need to be informed.....and thru all of that, somehow, he considered us, according to him, because he knew, how did he say it? "I know that he loved this site and many people on it.".....this young man who grew up decades in one friday night was sitting behind that glowing tube trying to honor what he thought would be his dad wishes......

what an incredible living letter to leave for the world to see....i'm blown away each time i think of it.....

[GreenMachine]

Originally posted by 44INAROW
I have been trying to explain to my husband why LEDad's death has upset me so much. Even though I never met Carl personally, we had alot of "back and forth" PMs and snide remarks about this and that, I felt I knew him and we had daily interaction. I think PeeWee finally get's it. Like it's been said numerous times, this puts the petty squabbling and bickering in prospective.. :(

and I keep thinking how brave Daniel was posting about his dad's death.. I think that's what's got me so upset.. thinking of him sitting there posting the details.. :( :(



Daniel, please keep us posted on how you and your sister are doing.. as you can see, we really do care :) 44INAROW, that's what gets to me too. Prayers to the family. Even though I never met him like a lot of people on here, I enjoyed reading his post's too. For his son to get on here and post the way he did, speaks volumes to the kind of young man he is.

[Ranger Mom]

I think you 3 above me summed up what I have been feeling ever since I read the devastating news...from his own son's fingertips.

I still can't wrap my head around how this young man of 17, (I think) through all of his pain, shock, grief and tears...thought of us!!

I have as much respect for this brave young man as I did his dad!!

[trojandad]

Originally posted by Ranger Mom
I think you 3 above me summed up what I have been feeling ever since I read the devastating news...from his own son's fingertips.

I still can't wrap my head around how this young man of 17, (I think) through all of his pain, shock, grief and tears...thought of us!!

I have as much respect for this brave young man as I did his dad!!

i know some thing are mom things and some things are dad things.....but what you just said, ranger mom, is all i, as a dad, would ask to be remembered by.....that my sons merit THAT kind of respect....

[Tx Challenge]

I am on the west coast at the moment. I saw this post hit, saw it before most,but didnt respond at first because I was in shock. I read it several times before I responded. We had shared a few PM's about non football. LE, enjoyed :stirpot: but I can never remember 1 post that he didnt have respect for the KIDS that play the game. God Bless Bro!

[CHS_CG]

I just saw this post and I am in complete shock! Not only for his passing but for his son thinking about us and putting his pain aside for a few monents to let us know.

LE Dad will be missed on here, he was a good guy! LEdad's son.... we are all here for you too, please if you need anything let us know!

:( :( :(

[tigernation92]

and neither will the people that met him. Godspeed to you and your family...

[Green Bling]

Prayers from Cuero for you and your sister. Thank you for thinking of us at this most difficult of times. I really felt like I knew your dad eventhough we had never met. He often kidded me about a post I made, but that always gave me such a chuckle! I had a lot of respect for his opinions, and I will miss him. He obviously had tremendous pride in you and your sister. God bless both of you.

[Inmateboss]

God bless his family and be with them during this tragic ordeal. To his son, God bless you, play hard for your dad and your team. Prayers on the way for your sisters speedy recovery!

[lulu]

I hope Daniel will stay with us and become part of our close knit family. We all cared a lot for his Dad and i for one would love for him to join us.

[turbostud]

How about a permanant memorial on the 3a downlow homepage and retirement of his screen name?

[trojandad]

Originally posted by turbostud
How about a permanant memorial on the 3a downlow homepage and retirement of his screen name?

a section for posters that pass on along the way would be very honorable.....i feel bad that even though the board has done a great job in honoring reggie and coach barbay, they (and their mourners) have very honorably taken a back seat while the board as a whole honored daniel and his father....

not a great subject to consider, but we're probably lucky more of our people have not publicly passed away until now, so this is, no doubt, growing pains......but i'd agree to a separate section, something like a permanent sticky page (for lack of a better term) where we could comment on anniversaries of passing, updates on how children like daniel are doing, etc....great idea, turbostud....

[Snotbubbles]

Originally posted by trojandad
updates on how children like daniel are doing, etc....great idea, turbostud....

Daniel deserves his privacy. Especially as a minor. Maybe he don't want to be on a sticky just because we want him to be?

[trojandad]

Originally posted by Snotbubbles
Daniel deserves his privacy. Especially as a minor. Maybe he don't want to be on a sticky just because we want him to be?

ok, just wasn't typing every portion of every thought....some SHOULD go without saying, but....

the idea was more just of a memorial page for people that pass that were good to the board......the thought of leaving words of thanks and remembrances on the page is whatever the group decides.....i think most people understood a minor wasn't going to have his privacy intruded on, that was a little reach.....geez

i just felt turbo had an idea that hadn't crossed my mind, but whatever the group decides is fine with me......

[Ranger Mom]

Originally posted by trojandad
ok, just wasn't typing every portion of every thought....some SHOULD go without saying, but....

the idea was more just of a memorial page for people that pass that were good to the board......the thought of leaving words of thanks and remembrances on the page is whatever the group decides.....i think most people understood a minor wasn't going to have his privacy intruded on, that was a little reach.....geez

i just felt turbo had an idea that hadn't crossed my mind, but whatever the group decides is fine with me......

I know what you are saying...and I think it's a great idea!!!

[SintonFan]

Originally posted by Ranger Mom
I know what you are saying...and I think it's a great idea!!!

I do too.

Didn't eyeofthetiger pass on, too?:(

The fact that if a Memorial on the main page or somewhere else becomes a reality imho helps to honor LEDad(and those dear to us) that much more.:)

[Administrator]

I am very sorry to hear about this. This has been a very tragic year in 3A for many different folks. Thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends. Certainly does put things into perspective on how one can be taken at any time.

As an official record, yes, the post of:

"LE 40 PG 10
11:53 4th"

was the final post, posted from a cell phone.

[wimbo_pro]

WHAT???? ARE YOU KIDDING ME??? I am stunned...just stunned. I had come to find LE Dad as one of my favorite friends here on the DL...a guy I could count on to be fair and honest. And now he is gone??? I am relieved to hear his daughter is ok....but this is totally stunning to me. I am in shock.....

[K-MAC Chuck]

Originally posted by 44INAROW
I have been trying to explain to my husband why LEDad's death has upset me so much. Even though I never met Carl personally, we had alot of "back and forth" PMs and snide remarks about this and that, I felt I knew him and we had daily interaction. I think PeeWee finally get's it. Like it's been said numerous times, this puts the petty squabbling and bickering in prospective.. :(

and I keep thinking how brave Daniel was posting about his dad's death.. I think that's what's got me so upset.. thinking of him sitting there posting the details.. :( :(

Daniel, please keep us posted on how you and your sister are doing.. as you can see, we really do care :)

44INAROW, you always know what to say and how to say it...

[Daddy D 11]

Just now saw this, and I teared up a little. This is so awful. Don't even know what to say right now, we talked many times in PMs.

[cowboyandchrist]

I have waited a while before posting. I ask God what could I say that would help in any way. Your Dad was like so many Dads in the Texas Highschool football land. He has a family that loves the Lord and was blessed to have a son, that he could go and watch play on Friday nights. He could show up on Monday morning at work and with a smile on his face and say thank you to the guy who just told him, what a good game LE played. I enjoyed reading your Dads post, he not only was a LE fan, he was a highschool football fan. God Bless you and your family.

[NIJacket]

On another Forum, I enjoyed the past year of Carl's posts, and immediately took a liking to him, he was not a trash talker, but a fun and funny guy to banter with.
After we heard the sad news, I found out it was TopCat on Smoakhouse, I was in Shock, because here is a quote from a post just a couple of hours before the game...


Anyways it should be an enjoyable game for the visitor side and hopefully PG will walk away injury free and live to play another week. j/k

My son and I were struck by the emotion of that moment. I can only imagine the strength of his son, of whom he is so proud, to be able to handle this as he has.
God 's love and comfort be with you and your family.

http://www.smoaky.com/forum/index.php?s=&showtopic=113646&view=findpost&p=1439607

[trojandad]

now that a little time has passed, i'd like to ask if anyone has heard how this tragedy is being considered by law enforcement? are they considering it an accident, or filing charges?

of all the ways daniel has shown maturity, not mentioning blame or fault toward anyone responsible for his dad's death has been overwhelming....i'd be so vengeful at 17 it'd be ridiculous and he's kept quiet on it.....God bless him for his maturity....

[Txbroadcaster]

Amazing it has been that long. Just a tragic time and I still think about him everytime we talk LE on the show

[lostaussie]

Amazing it has been that long. Just a tragic time and I still think about him everytime we talk LE on the show

As soon as I saw this thread the first thing I did was look at the date. It is unbelievable that Carl aka LEDad has been gone for so long. He was a character among many that roamed the Halls of the Downlow for a wonderful period of time. It's just not the same anymore.

[cowboyandchrist]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[Bosqueville]

I remember this so well. My dad had past in July of that same year and when I read this post... just makes me sad.

[bobcat1]

As soon as I saw this thread the first thing I did was look at the date. It is unbelievable that Carl aka LEDad has been gone for so long. He was a character among many that roamed the Halls of the Downlow for a wonderful period of time. It's just not the same anymore.

Ditto!