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Gene Jones

 

From:
Oklahoma City, OK USA, (deceased)
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 7:14 am    
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Having exhausted all options to find a solution to my health issues, the problem remains unresolved and I am now on Hospice.

I just want to say thanks for the many years of association on the Forum with some of the finest individuals I have ever known, both professionally and personally. Our sometimes spirited discussions have always been conducted with courtesy and mutual respect for the opinions of others.

The expected rapid deterioration of my health will probably prevent further postings by me, so I'll just close by saying "peace be with you as it is with me".

Luv ya,

Gene Jones
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Mike Archer


From:
church hill tn
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 8:18 am     Gene
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my thoughts and prayers are with you

im so sorry to hear of your illness

may the Lord be with you

mike
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Will Houston

 

From:
Tempe, Az
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 8:26 am    
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Sorry to hear this news Gene. I just checked out your cool web site, love the old pics especially the old band photo.. wish I could find a pair of argyles like those and a side zipper shirt.. wow too cool. Peace Bro.
Will
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Barry Blackwood


Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 8:46 am    
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Sorry to hear this news Gene, I always enjoyed your posts here on the Forum.
May we meet again someday..
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Stan Paxton


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1/2 & 1/2 Florida and Tenn, USA (old Missouri boy gone South)
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 10:10 am    
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Smile Gene, sorry to say I never knew you, but have seen your postings. I guess this stage in life will come to all of us some time, some sooner, some later. I love your sign off message about Peace. That is the most important thing right now, to be at Peace: with yourself, others around you as family & friends, and your Maker.
God Bless
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Rick Johnson


From:
Wheelwright, Ky USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 10:10 am    
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Now comes the time when you start reflect
back a lot and wonder if you made the right decisions.
You still have some very important decisions
in front of you. Trusting you have made those
choices. God be with you.

Rick

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Joey Ace


From:
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 10:33 am    
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Wow, Gene. What a post.
Your input here over the past 15 years was always an important part of our community.

I'm speechless. (type-less?)
God bless you on your journey.

Folk need to read:
http://www.genejones.com/
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Ben Lawson

 

From:
Brooksville Florida
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 10:41 am    
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Gene I don't think we ever met but I have enjoyed your presence on the forum. You have been respected and appreciated by folks you may not even know. May the time we are given be a Blessing to others as yours has been to us.
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Jerry Van Hoose


From:
Wears Valley, Tennessee
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 10:58 am    
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Gene, I read your post with a heavy heart, so sorry to hear this news. You're in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless You.
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Jim Cooley


From:
The 'Ville, Texas, USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 11:14 am    
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A message like this, at such a time, speaks volumes. I only hope that I can handle this with as much dignity and grace when my time comes. God bless you, sir, now and forever.
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Craig Stock


From:
Westfield, NJ USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 11:18 am    
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Gene, Godspeed.

I have enjoyed your input here on the Forum over the years, you have led a full life, thanks for the friendship, see you on the other side.

Respectfully, Craig Stock
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Jeff Garden


From:
Center Sandwich, New Hampshire, USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 12:09 pm    
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I have always enjoyed your posts and Forum friendship Gene. I respect you greatly for the dignified way you have dealt with your health issues. I wish you eternal comfort and peace. God bless...
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Jack Stoner


From:
Kansas City, MO
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 12:26 pm    
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I've been enlightened by some of Gene's posts over the years. Sad that it has come to this point. As a "Florida Retiree" I see this too often.

Prayers to you and your family.
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Kevin Mincke


From:
Farmington, MN (Twin Cities-South Metro) USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 1:59 pm    
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Gene, I pray medical relief and intervention for your situation. I have enjoyed your posts, thoughts and cyber friendship over the many years. Trust in the Lord with all thy heart, lean not unto your own understanding, in all ways acknowledge him & he will direct your paths. Thank you for sharing your time and life with us. Prayers for you & your family.
From this relationship I am confident in saying "from now & until then"
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Duncan Hodge


From:
DeLand, FL USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 2:56 pm    
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Goodbye back to you Gene, and may the great peace be with you. As a former hospice worker, I know that you are in good hands. I have read your posts for the past 13 years and consider you a good friend that I have never met.
Duncan
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Brad Bechtel


From:
San Francisco, CA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 2:59 pm    
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I'm sorry to hear of your problems, Gene, and I wish you safe passage. It isn't often that someone gets to say goodbye like this.
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Rick Abbott

 

From:
Indiana, USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 4:25 pm    
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Mr. jones,

Thank you for this act of kindness. I pray that your journey is surrounded by grace and mercy. May your crossing the River Jordan be peace-filled and easy. Blessings to you and your family. Shalom.
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John Booth


From:
Columbus Ohio, USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 4:59 pm    
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Dear Mr. Jones,
We have not met but after reading your message and your web pages I can tell that you have lived
a long and wonderful life that most men could only dream of. You have had an amazing musical journey
and most importantly, you have been accompanied by your lovely wife throughout it. I wish you well and
I take strength from your strength. Most can not leave this world so calmly. So soberly. So honestly.
I admire you.
Godspeed Mr. Jones.
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Dan Robinson


From:
Colorado, USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 6:28 pm    
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Gene, we don't know one another. But I regret hearing your news. I treasure the steel guitar community. And you have long been a member. Certainly you will be missed and not forgotten. Your friendships and contributions will ripple and touch many others. I wish you peace.

Dan
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Russ Wever

 

From:
Kansas City
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 7:48 pm    
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Gene,
After learning quite a bit about you and your musical history from your
posts, I admire you and always thought I'd enjoy meeting you in person.
May God keep your soul and comfort your loved ones.
Look up,
~Russ
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Donna Dodd


From:
Acworth, Georgia, USA
Post  Posted 27 Mar 2015 11:46 pm    
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Dear Gene,
You have been an inspiration to many here on the Forum. I have always enjoyed your posts, but even more so I have enjoyed looking in on your website, as it is a deeper glimpse into your personal life. It shows that you love and adore your wife, your family & friends, and your furry friends, as well. Thank you for the gift of your good-bye, so that we may lift you up with joy and love as you depart. You deserve to hear the words of those you have touched. May God bless you and keep you ..... always..........
Donna Dodd
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Tony Prior


From:
Charlotte NC
Post  Posted 28 Mar 2015 1:39 am    
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Gene, wishing you peace and blessings my friend...
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Joachim Kettner


From:
Germany
Post  Posted 28 Mar 2015 1:55 am    
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Dear Mr. Gene. I want to thank you for all the information you provided here and for being so kind in answering my p.m's. I think I'm one of the many 'born in the fifties' generation, who look up to yours, for doing what you've done, and not only musically.
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Marco Schouten


From:
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Post  Posted 28 Mar 2015 2:59 am    
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Gene, I'm so sad to hear this. I hope that you are not in pain and still get some enjoyment.
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Post  Posted 28 Mar 2015 3:47 am    
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Yes, Gene, quite a post. It brought tears to my eyes.
One doesn't often get to say goodbye. It's not easy.
Godspeed to my favorite cowboy.
Peace,
Charlie
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