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Re: Tom Petty Has Passed Away

No brain activity and a DNR order from the family, his heart just hasn't stopped beating yet.

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.....waiting is the hardest part.... 

 

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I wasn't ready for this news, but my favorite Tom Petty song is "Running down a dream".  Every time it comes on the radio, I sing along at full blast, even thought my singing will wake the dead and kill them all over again.

 

 

RIP Tom, you've earned your rest.

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oh no........I was just watching Don't Come Around Here NO MORE  (which I had one of "those" dreams about) on youtube.  Great musician and he will have a fan (me) forever.

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I remember when he first appeared on SNL and performed "Don't Do Me Like That".....it was one of those moments when you just know oh wow that guy has got IT.

 

Was a huge fan ever since.

 

Remember getting sent to the principal's office in 8th grade because me and a friend wouldn't stop singing "Refugee" during a softball game. We were having to play in the outfield, it was boring, no one was hitting the ball.....gym teacher did not approve.

 

I will miss him and his music so very much. I am very appreciative for the large catalogue he left behind. Just finished watching the video to "Handle Me With Care". I had forgotten how they show pictures of when each one of the band members were younger.

 

Rest in peace you talented man.

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Brain activity tests have to be spaced over a specific period of time. This is so difficult for family members. Please remember hearing is the last sense to go. Talk to your loved ones.

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I'm sad tonight...so many memories connected to his songs at a poignant time in my life.

 

My friend in college had a boyfriend who resembled Tom so much!   He had a special sound, a special talent.

 

RIP - thanks for the music and memories!

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So sad about his passing.....my heart aches for his family.Today has been a very difficult day....I sit here with a heavy heart and hope and pray for better days...

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So sad, loved him. Another STAR in the sky.