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    B. McCoy
    Columbus, OH
    RNY (07/31/02)
    Member Since: 04/28/02
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    Post Date: 8/31/09 6:29 am
    It is with much sorrow that I post that my dear friend Kirk Thompson passed away last night in his sleep.  Kirk began his journey at 740 lbs losing down to 350 at his lowest.  In the years to follow he suffered from many cross addictions and some personal tragedies. 

    Kirk was a former employee of ObesityHelp (member services department) he was very instrumental in introducing me to staff at OH and helping me join the OH team.  I owe Kirk many thanks for the love and support he gave me.

    He was my friend and I am not sure what more I can say except he was funny, loving, and my personal 'angel' when I was 626 lbs.  He was my friend when I felt I didn't have any.

    My world has changed today.  I will miss my friend.

    Bo

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    TrishG64
    Duluth, MN
    RNY (03/11/09)
    Member Since: 05/03/08
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 9:27 am
    Bo,
    Sorry for the loss of your friend, we don't always get lucky to have a supportive friend to be along side us in this  rny journey.
    Trishg
    Height: 5'2"
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    B. McCoy
    Columbus, OH
    RNY (07/31/02)
    Member Since: 04/28/02
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 9:49 am
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    gena267
    Member Since: 08/24/09
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    Post Date: 8/26/09 10:46 am
    I am so sorrow for you lose. and will have you in my prayers. GENA
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    LisaBC86
    Bridgewater, MA
    RNY (04/13/09)
    Member Since: 05/12/09
    [Latest Posts]
    Post Date: 8/8/09 9:50 am
    My thoughts and prayers are with you as you begin a new journey without him. Just reminds us we should cherish everyone while they are here because we never know what tomorrow will bring - or even if there will be a tomorrow.

    Cheers to your friend - may he rest in peace.

    To everyone LIVE TODAY !!

    Blessings to all.

     Highest (that I know of) 285  Weight when I started the process 277
    Night before surgery 263      Goal weight 160


    Smile ! You'll make the world a happier place !
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    Kathy S.
    InTheBurbs, XX
    RNY (08/29/04)
    Member Since: 03/19/04
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 10:19 am
    This is very sad news Bo.....  My heart goes out to everyone that knew him as this is a great loss.

    Take care,
    Kathy
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    marylaw
    Winfield, KS
    VSG (11/17/08)
    Member Since: 07/26/08
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 10:20 am
    I'm so very sorry for the loss of your good friend. It is so hard to lose a friend, especially such a dear one. May only good memories of him and the comfort of our Lord Jesus who said, "I call you 'friend'" sustain you during this very sad time.
    My condolences to the rest of the OH Staff who knew Kirk, as well as to his family and all his friends. (((Hugs)))
    Blessings,
    Mary
    "Don't tell God how big your storm is; tell your storm how BIG your God is!"

         ObesityHelp Support Group Leader and Support Group Coach
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    deactivated member
    Post Date: 8/8/09 10:35 am
    My condolences. God bless.
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    georgiapeachs
    Atlanta, GA
    Member Since: 07/25/07
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    Post Date: 8/20/09 5:48 am
    What is the 30 day diet please?
    RNY 08-15-07 From a 24 to a 10!!
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    Dusty Ray Vaughn
    Spring Lake, NC
    RNY (07/02/08)
    Member Since: 05/15/08
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    Post Date: 8/29/09 2:08 pm
    I guess you lose days instead of pounds or inches. ROFL

    Dusty Ray Vaughn            RNY July 2nd

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    Bette B.
    Lap Band (12/02/03)
    Member Since: 08/25/03
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 10:40 am
    Oh, I am so sorry to hear that! After he did so well and came so far!

    Bo, my thoughts are with you on the loss of your dear friend.
    Over 8 years with my band and still knowing I made the right choice!

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    Miss Redd
    Lancashire, United Kingdom
    RNY (11/28/06)
    Member Since: 10/20/06
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 10:51 am

    Pre Surgery 383 Surgery 359 Current 185 



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    debyo84
    San Angelo, TX
    RNY (08/03/09)
    Member Since: 04/22/09
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 11:42 am
    My thoughts and prayers are with you.  It sounds like he was a great guy!

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    Amy Williams
    Augusta, GA
    RNY (05/27/04)
    Member Since: 08/13/02
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 12:42 pm
    Hi Bo,

    This is very very sad news, ditto on what you said about him introducing you to ObesityHelp.  I owe him a lot as well.  This is very heartbreaking and he will be dearly missed.


      I've lost over 400 pounds!  
    I love helping others, if you have a question just ask!  

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    Vivian Prouty
    Fort Worth, TX
    RNY (11/22/05)
    Member Since: 01/26/05
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 1:07 pm
     OMG !!!!!    Bo I am so sorry to hear about Kirk.   He was a wonderful person.   He was on the messageboards all the time when I had my surgery almost 4 yrs. ago.   That really hurts to know that he is gone !!!  What a big inspiration he was to lots of us.   Look forward to seeing you at the OH Conference in Dallas !!! 



    Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian Prouty

    GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE;   COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN;   AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!!    THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.

    Vivian Prouty      Obesity Help Support Group Coach  "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"

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    deactivated member
    Post Date: 8/8/09 1:48 pm
    Kirk will be missed by many.  Fly free my friend, fly free


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    logansmom243
    Acushnet, MA
    RNY (07/07/09)
    Member Since: 11/28/03
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 2:10 pm
    I did not know him. But seeing pictures of him and reading his story with all the kind words of his friends here I feel cheated that I didn't know him.

    I am sorry for your loss and the loss that The community that is OH is suffering at his passing.

    I will keep him in my thoughts.
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    tonitreadway
    Douglasville (Paulding Cty.), GA
    RNY (09/04/01)
    Member Since: 02/21/01
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 2:15 pm
    I am so sorry to hear of this loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends at this time.
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    marymazilla
    GARDEN CITY, MI
    RNY (10/29/09)
    Member Since: 05/27/09
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 2:33 pm
    My the Almighty greet him in the ever after. And my the Almighty help you heal from this loss.
    Kirk is in the hand of love now. And from his work on OH he has left one lasting gift to his fellow man.
    Thank you Kirk!

    "When we stop running away from the situation that is scary - that is the moment we discover how strong we really are. So, acknowledge your strength...rejoice in it...and start breathing in life, as the beautiful, strong soul (being) that you truly are." - Rachna Sirtaj.......Love & Peace
           
     

        
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    VickyO
    Riverside, CA
    VSG (08/03/09)
    Member Since: 03/27/09
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    Post Date: 8/8/09 2:33 pm
    I am so sorry for your loss.......thanks for sharing the pictures...may your friend rest in peace...Vicky
                                                  
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