Ed, you are extremely courageous and brave.

I don't have much to say aside from that. Reading the challenges that you've had to deal and how you have combatted them is nothing short of inspirational.

You are a winner, Ed. Cancer lost.

-Richard

As soon as I saw that the name of the Lounge was changed.....I immediately thought the worst. I hope your last time on Earth is as calm and pain free as possible. Just remember that you've led a great life.

I hope your last days are your best ones. I want you to take a couple days to see if you can still fight it, but if you are done you are done and I hope you can find some excitement to see what is on the other side. My hope is it's nothing but love for eternity. I know in my heart aren't going anywhere just the cells that harbor your soul will return to the earth. Hope on the other side you guide and calm those that love you so they know your presence is still there and not to feel lonely or sad. What a ride huh?

Sorry to hear Ed.
I'm glad I was fortunate enough to meet up with you at Barley's Brewhaus a few years back (maybe 2014?) for a couple of cold beers.

damn...

Love you man.

You're truly an inspirational man Ed. I pray for you and your loved ones

Aww...no no no no! So sorry to read, Ed! Have followed your story and prayed for a miracle. None of us are here very long even in the best case. With your time you fought hard and inspired many. Glad I got to meet you. And you're damn right you will win. You already have.

Wow, so sorry Ed, you will be missed...

You are good people.

My wife is a Hospice Nurse... Those folks are the best of the best, rest peacefully buddy!

Ed, it's been so inspiring to watch you fight this from afar...not just to fight the cancer because death awaits all of us at some point...but to watch you fight FOR the things you love.

The way you've refused to let cancer define you has forever touched me. Your outlook and humor has touched me. Your faith in the storm has touched me. Man, this place won't be the same without you which is tough on us but speaks to who you are. You've made a difference, brother. You've made us all better.

And the best part now is that in Christ you await your ultimate resurrection. I love you man. I'm praying that your journey to Jesus is comfortable and peaceful, and that you will experience the peace that passes all understanding through it all.

Ed. Keep fighting and we will keep praying for a miracle. Visitors allowed?

Damn it, Ed, very sad news. I saw the news last night, and decided to hold off and think on it before replying. As I've mentioned to you before, words always fail to come to me regarding your situation. Often, the way you've handled this entire ordeal with strength and grace has left me in complete awe. It's certainly been a lesson for us in perspective. Thank you, Ed. Thank you for so much.

I'm at a loss for words. I'm so very sorry.

Well Shit Ed. I really thought you'd pull through my man. I've never heard about anyone that's fought as hard as you have. Go in peace knowing that you have touched a lot of people's lives and always for the better.
We are all better for knowing you. I hope you're surrounded by loved ones and I wish you the best my man.
Know that you did kick that ****ing diseases ass for a long time man. I'm really glad you were able to enjoy your vacation too.
Love ya man.

Ed,

As time marches on, and we lose folks from this board, the losses feel more and more like a bit of amputation. Of heart and soul.

Know that this is not your final sleep. It is your final awakening. And I wish you and yours comfort throughout.

Ed, I'm sorry to hear of this. The way you've conducted yourself with bravery and optimism through all of this has really made an impression on us all. I hope that in the weeks ahead you are able to find comfort and make peace and prepare for the hereafter.