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THANK YOU & FAREWELL
Posted by ModelMan68 on Thursday, January 14, 2016 5:12 PM

Gentlemen,

My name is Hunter and my father is Jeff (ModelMan68) It deeply hurts me to inform you he passed way this afternoon at 4:41pm. On Monday my father and I had a conversation and he stressed that I write you and express his statement. I will do my best to highlight everything and everyone. So here I go....

My friends,

Well, the time has come for me to put the top back on my glue and put my small parts away. I cannot express how grateful I am for being about of this forum and having the opportunity to talk and discuss modelling with you. I truely thank all of you for your kind words and prayers for me and my family during this period in our life.

My father had a hard time talking and thinking during this so if I missed anyone during this next section I am truely sorry....

Bish, Steve(ModelCrazy), Stikpusher, Patrick206, RudyonWheels, PlasticJunkie, GMorrison, Joe(Highland272), Brian Miller, Fermis and everyone that I interacted with on the forums I would like to thank you for the time spent discussing modelling and what ever come about. I throughly enjoy every moment. Gentlemen it has truely been an honor getting to meet you. 

So now it is time for me to turn off my bench lights, push in my chair and say goodbye.

I wish all of you the best life has to offer and many years of great health and happiness.

My father passing came before I had the chance to post his thoughts. Gentlemen, Thank you for being so friendly and kind to my father during his time on the forum. He greatly appreciated your talks and your love for the hobby.

Jeff     

a.k.a.  ModelMan68 

 

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Posted by GMorrison on Thursday, January 14, 2016 5:18 PM

Hunter,

 

I am very sorry that you've lost your dad. That's terrible news, we all really enjoyed his brief time with us.

His lesson to us, is that time is short and to the best of one's abilities, spent doing things that are meaningful, and making friends.

He will really be missed. Best of luck to you and the family, and hey if the mood strikes you, we'll be looking for ModelMan90!

 

Bill

 

 Modeling is an excuse to buy books.

 

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Posted by fermis on Thursday, January 14, 2016 5:19 PM

My deepest sympathies for you and your family. 

It's never easy, even when you know the inevitable is swiftly approaching.

Thank you for letting us know.

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Posted by stikpusher on Thursday, January 14, 2016 5:23 PM

Hunter, I am truly saddened by your father's passing. You and your family have my deepest sympathy. We barely met and got to know one another for a brief moment on this site, but I really liked him as much as could be in such a manner and for such a brief timespan. Thank you for passing on his thoughts to us here. He was a world class guy.Yes

 

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Posted by Aaron Skinner on Thursday, January 14, 2016 5:42 PM

Hunter,

Condolences from all of us at FineScale Modeler on the loss of your father. Regards,

Aaron

Aaron Skinner

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Posted by patrick206 on Thursday, January 14, 2016 6:20 PM

Hunter and Family -

My family and I send our heartfelt sympathy and condolences, we hope that you will gather close and comfort each other. Jeff and I shared e-mails for a while, when my last one yesterday went un-anwered I feared this was the reason. I wish him eternal peace.

A good man and class act, he faced this stage of his life with grace and courage. Thank you for letting us know, and again I'm saddened to learn of your loss.

We send our very best wishes.

Karon and Patrick

fox
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Posted by fox on Thursday, January 14, 2016 6:41 PM

Hunter,

My most heartfelt condolences to you and your family on your loss.  He will be sorely missed by all of us on these Forums who knew him.  

Jim

 

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Posted by GAF on Thursday, January 14, 2016 6:53 PM

Hunter,

My condolences on the loss of your father.  It seems so sudden.

I knew a man who once said, "death smiles at us all; all a man can do is smile back."

~Gladiator

Gary

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Posted by jibber on Thursday, January 14, 2016 7:54 PM

Hunter saddest of sad news, my condolences to you and your family during these tough times.

Terry

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Posted by Brian Miller on Thursday, January 14, 2016 8:22 PM

Wow. I'm so sorry to hear this already. I never met your dad, but I wish I had more time to get to know him. In the few conversations we had, I realized that this was a man i wish I had known personally. His story touched me deeply. I don't want to turn this into a religious post, but I asked if he was ready to meet with God and he gave me a date when he gave his life to Christ. He then said that we was not ready to leave his family and friends, to which I told him that he was more ready than most. I sent him a message yesterday and I was afraid something happened because I never heard anything back. Because of this man I never met, I have decided to do my best to never take anything for granted. walks with my wife, holidays with the family, playing with the cats, hunting, playing bass guitar in church are all things that could be taken away at a moments notice. I don't want to look back on my life and wish I had enjoyed my life more. Thank you Modelman68. A good friend I never met. 

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Posted by checkmateking02 on Thursday, January 14, 2016 8:34 PM

Very sorry to hear this news.  Deepest condolences to all the family, Hunter.

"For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his."

 

 

 

 

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Posted by allan on Thursday, January 14, 2016 8:40 PM

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family, Hunter.

 

Jeff, may you find peace in that hobby room in the clouds. 

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Posted by tempestjohnny on Thursday, January 14, 2016 9:02 PM
Hunter. Your dad was/ is one of the bravest men I've ever talked to. My condolences to you and your family. God speed Jeff

 

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Posted by Highlander242 on Thursday, January 14, 2016 9:43 PM

Hunter,

I'm so sorry for your loss but I know that he  passed peacefully. He and I were just talking and he was very happy about his bosses visit. I was really worried when he did not respond back to our messages and now I know why. I can tell you he was glad you all were there and that you will be there for your mom. I'm really saddened because I so much enjoyed getting to know your dad. He and I had a lot in common and one of those things were our Clemson Tigers! For your dads memory I will always add a Tiger Paw to my figures signature.

I just finished my new figure for the Fine Scale column and here is the back, in honor of your dad.

God Bless,

 

Joe

 

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Posted by waynec on Thursday, January 14, 2016 9:48 PM

Hunter

So sorry to hear this. Knowing it was coming doesn't lessen the impact on you, your family, and us here. I didn't follow his builds as we built in different areas but that doesn't ease the sense of loss.

i'm glad he felt comfortable sharing with his friends on the forum and thank you for letting us know.

 

Никто не Забыт    (No one is Forgotten)
Ничто не Забыто  (Nothing is Forgotten)

 

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Posted by modelcrazy on Thursday, January 14, 2016 11:17 PM
Hunter,
Thank you for informing us. I was shocked to learn of Jeff’s prognosis, and I am sadden at his loss. I am so grateful that he is with the Lord and I look forward to meeting him in person in the future when my time comes.
He was very brave and wanted to continue his love of modeling to the last.
My prayers are with you and your family during your loss.

 

Steve

Steve

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Posted by BlackSheepTwoOneFour on Thursday, January 14, 2016 11:45 PM

Hunter -

I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May God find strength and comfort to you and your family in these difficult times.

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Posted by tigerman on Friday, January 15, 2016 1:42 AM

Hunter, I truely respect your father for how he opened up to us about his condition. It was quite touching and needless to say, he passed to soon for your family and his other in the forums. May he be at peace and may your family remember all the great times you shared with him.

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 Eric 

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Posted by templar1099 on Friday, January 15, 2016 4:39 AM

Sincerest condolences on the loss of a good man. All his builds will be perfection now.

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Posted by mustang1989 on Friday, January 15, 2016 6:31 AM

Hunter,

 I didn't know Jeff but the fact that he took the time to have you post here on his behalf to let all of us know what happened gives me insight to the fact that he was a selfless and good man. I hope this message finds you and your family at peace with fond memories of your dad. I thank you for posting for him and Mr. Jeff for his thoughtfulness to all of us,

Joe 

                   

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Posted by Pawel on Friday, January 15, 2016 7:06 AM

This is very sad...

I'm sorry for your loss, Hunter. We've lost one of ours, too...

All comments and critique welcomed. Thanks for your honest opinions!

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Posted by plasticjunkie on Friday, January 15, 2016 7:15 AM

Hunter and family

My most heartfelt condolences to you and your family. This is one of the hardest things that we as sons and daughters have to deal with when our parents pass. I dealt with my dad being in a coma for 9 months till his passing. Then I went thru the same thing with my mom some years later so I know about loosing loved ones. Believe me, Jeff is in a better place, free of any pain and disconfort.

Again Hunter, my deepest condolences go out to you and your family. RIP Jeff.

Ernie (aka Plasticjunkie)

 

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Posted by ModelMan68 on Friday, January 15, 2016 7:55 AM

Gentlemen,

This is Jeff's wife and I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your heartfelt messages and condolences to our family. My kids and I were taken back by the kindness and compassion expressed by all of you. May God's grace and love be with all of you.

 

Sincerely,

Mrs. ModelMan68 

Jeff     

a.k.a.  ModelMan68 

 

ON THE BENCH:  Spending Time With Family and Friends Big Smile

 

 

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Posted by Gamera on Friday, January 15, 2016 8:00 AM

I'm sorry to hear this, I don't think I ever talked to him here, only read a few of his posts. His contributions to this online community will be missed. 

My thoughts and prayers, God bless him and your family. 

"I dream in fire but work in clay." -Arthur Machen

 

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Posted by goldhammer on Friday, January 15, 2016 8:20 AM

My condolences to your family, but know  and be comforted by the knowlege he is in God's loving arms.  And will be getting perfect builds and paint jobs/weathering results.

 

 wish for only the best for your family in these times of sorrow.

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Posted by the doog on Friday, January 15, 2016 3:32 PM

Very sorry for your loss. Your dad sounded like a class act, and I'm sure I speak for many when I say that his post about his illness made all of us reflect and ponder our own mortality. Maybe some good will be done by it, some bridges mended, some people forgiven or re-embraced. We all mourn the passing of one of our friends here. 

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Posted by Aussie Mick on Friday, January 15, 2016 6:58 PM

Hunter,

So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My condolences to you and your family in this time of sadness. His story touched people around the world. He was a brave man. Have solace knowing that he is at peace, and I'm sure he is smiling down on you proudly. I only hope I can be as strong as him when my time comes. Thank you.

AussieMick

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Posted by silentbob33 on Friday, January 15, 2016 7:04 PM
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I never talked with Jeff, but I greatly admire his courage in opening up to everyone here. I hope you all find some peace and comfort in the days ahead.

On my bench: Academy 1/35 UH-60L Black Hawk

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Posted by fightnjoe on Saturday, January 16, 2016 12:39 AM

I found this and the initial thread describing Jeff's condition much too late to speak of the courage to post such a private situation.  I read his description and felt a great deal of sadness as well as feeling a bit of admiration.  If the roles were reversed I am not sure I could do the same.  I would most likely just disappear.  I then read today of the passing and feel an overwhelming sense of sadness.  I was too late to interact with Jeff.  

Hunter, please go forward with the knowledge that although the words do nothing to help ease the pain of your loss, we all wish you and your family peace through this most difficult time.  Know that the pain you feel, although it will never go away, it will after time fade.  

 

As for myself, I wish you and your family blessings and peace.  

 

 

Joe

Veterans,

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Posted by 5-high on Saturday, January 16, 2016 1:48 AM

hunter,

today i learnd of jeff,s passing ,my deepest condolences go to you and your family.

sad day at the bench Sad

pete

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