brightonpete
Departed
Rest in Peace
On a hike at Goodrich-Loomis
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Post by brightonpete on Mar 5, 2023 23:15:29 GMT
Nothing like writing your own...
After a single blood transfusion which did nothing, I have opted for MAID (medical assistance in dying). Feeling the way I am, PI Day will be last my day on Earth. Palliative is soon approaching.
I'll sorely miss TSF, like I'll miss most everything else.
Take care everyone - live long and proper! I don't think I''ll be back, but I might.
So everyone, celebrate with your favourite pie for me - mine is apple 
Pete (brightonpete)
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sudbury12000
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Posts: 360
What I collect: Canada, Great Britain, Germany, World Pre 1925
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Post by sudbury12000 on Mar 6, 2023 0:00:50 GMT
Hard note to write, let alone read. I enjoy all your contributions and will continue too, thank you for being here Pete.
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Post by daniel on Mar 6, 2023 0:04:54 GMT
Pete,
Truly sorry to hear this. You have been a major and unique contributor to this forum since I joined a couple of years ago and you have always been supportive. You have been much missed. Yet, how typical and amazing that you are making this announcement yourself. We can celebrate you now and later. Mine is also apple. For Pete,
Daniel
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vikingeck
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Posts: 3,546
What I collect: Samoa, Tobacco theme, Mail in Wartime, anything odd and unusual!
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Post by vikingeck on Mar 6, 2023 0:36:43 GMT
Courage my friend. I do so understand , having discovered the letter my late wife wrote to our lawyer two weeks before the end ……..I was in denial, convinced there would be a cure.. she knew the reality and made preparations.
I don’t know when , or if , medical assistance in dying will be legal in the UK but when the body says “enough” an element of choice ought to be our final right .
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JeffS
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Posts: 2,837
What I collect: Oranges Philately, US Slogan Cancels, Cape of Good Hope Triangulars, and Texas poster stamps and cinderellas
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Post by JeffS on Mar 6, 2023 0:48:16 GMT
Dear Pete, This is such sad news as we were just getting to know each other. Bon voyage in whatever spiritual sense you embrace. Your friend, Jeff Switt
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stainlessb
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qaStaHvIS yIn 'ej chep
Posts: 4,903
What I collect: currently focused on most of western Europe, much of which is spent on France, Belgium, Germany and Great Britain Queen Victoria
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Post by stainlessb on Mar 6, 2023 1:00:40 GMT
Pete
This is indeed sad news, but there is bit of sensibility in your being able to make the decision. No one knows better than you. It may be hard for those of us left behind to accept but I salute you, your courage, and honesty. I will have more than a few moments of silence on Pi Day and you will not be forgotten.
Peace
Stan
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swvl
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Posts: 548
What I collect: FDCs, plus some US modern and new issues. Topical interests include music, art, literature, baseball, space...
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Post by swvl on Mar 6, 2023 1:03:47 GMT
Pete, I’m so sad to hear this, but I’m proud to call you a friend on this forum, and I admire your strength and calm in meeting this moment. You’ve made this forum a much better place with your generosity and good humor. I’m happy to have had a chance to know you here, and I will think of you on Pi Day.
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anglobob
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Posts: 2,602
What I collect: France and French Colonies,French cinderellas British Commonwealth QE2
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Post by anglobob on Mar 6, 2023 1:04:43 GMT
Pete,
I am so sorry to hear this.I always enjoyed reading your posts ,you encouraged me to add to the Postmark Calendar thread.
Thank you for all your contributions to this Forum.
Anglobob
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Post by dgdecker on Mar 6, 2023 2:10:26 GMT
Peter,
i am saddled to have read your note. Your contributions to the Forum will not be forgotten.
i do not have a favourite pie…I love them all. I will make and enjoy an apple pie in your honour.
David
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Post by carabop on Mar 6, 2023 2:44:45 GMT
Pete, I am sorry to hear this news. I felt like I was just getting to know you. I thank you for your help on the forum and all the great contributions you made. You will be greatly missed. Our family will have pie in your honor.
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Post by gstamps on Mar 6, 2023 2:54:49 GMT
I want to send you my RESPECT.
You have the courage to make the DECISION and not let the disease decide.
I'm gonna miss you.
George Tudorache
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zipper
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Posts: 2,649
What I collect: Classic GB, QV, France Ceres/Napoleon, Classic U.S., Cinderella & Poster Stamps
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Post by zipper on Mar 6, 2023 2:58:34 GMT
We'll still love you, Pete, even when you're not here.
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kasvik
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Posts: 606
What I collect: Cancels mostly, especially Sweden Gävle and Lidingö, Switzerland Geneva, Germany Pforzheim
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Post by kasvik on Mar 6, 2023 3:31:48 GMT
You are absolutely, indisputably wonderful,
And always will be. |
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daveg28
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Posts: 1,062
What I collect: U.S., Canada, Great Britain & Commonwealth, France (esp. 1950-80), DDR, USSR
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Post by daveg28 on Mar 6, 2023 3:45:01 GMT
Pete, you have been a fine friend, and wonderful and generous stamp trading partner. I wish you Godspeed as you make your ultimate journey in life.
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rainbowhugz
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Location: Hong Kong
Posts: 177 
What I collect: Hong Kong and Canada
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Post by rainbowhugz on Mar 6, 2023 4:16:01 GMT
So sorry to hear this Pete. It has been a pleasure knowing you through this forum. We will miss you greatly.
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peter
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Posts: 330
What I collect: Australian Slogan Cancels
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Post by peter on Mar 6, 2023 4:29:46 GMT
Dear Pete, Will be thinking of you next time I have my favourite pie, lemon meringue  I hope the time you have left is comfortable and full of love and joy. |
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Beryllium Guy
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Posts: 5,908
What I collect: Worldwide Stamps 1840-1930
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Post by Beryllium Guy on Mar 6, 2023 5:22:58 GMT
My dear Peter.... it is so unspeakably unfair what is happening to you.
All I can say is that it has been a privilege for me to have known you during our time together on the Forum, and I am a better person for that experience. I will always be grateful to you for that. You have been very generous to all of us with your time and your stamps, but above all, you have been a wonderful, supportive friend, which is treasured above all else. We will never forget you.
Peace to you, my friend.
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madbaker
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Posts: 800
What I collect: (Mark) General worldwide collector (to 1975 or so) with a soft spot for Sweden and the rest of Scandinavia.
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Post by madbaker on Mar 6, 2023 6:08:49 GMT
You are a special human, Pete. It has been a privilege to know you here. Peace to you.
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hrdoktorx
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Posts: 7,213
What I collect: France (and French territories), Africa, Canada, USA, Germany, Guatemala, stamps about science, flags, maps, stamps on stamps...
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Post by hrdoktorx on Mar 6, 2023 6:25:58 GMT
Dear Pete,
These are sad news indeed, although you had told us of your deteriorating health situation, so not surprising. You will be sorely missed. I have enjoyed your posts and our conversations, as well as your philatelic expertise and stories about the Canadian North. I feel we are so losing so many TSF friends these days.
MAID is currently a hotly debated topic in France, and not yet as accessible as in Canada. I respect your decision and wish I will be able to do the same when my time comes. My favorite pie is pecan, but these are hard to find around here.
May we meet again in philatelic heaven,
Your friend,
Xavier.
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djcmh
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Posts: 794
What I collect: Worldwide
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Post by djcmh on Mar 6, 2023 6:34:23 GMT
May you find the peace and comfort that all humans deserve, Pete. And enjoy the amazing stamp department they have up there in heaven, where all collectors can complete their collections as they wish without cost.
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drblade
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Posts: 847
What I collect: GB Unmounted mint & Machin definitives Q.E.II Used commemoratives
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Post by drblade on Mar 6, 2023 6:44:16 GMT
Very sad to hear this Pete. It's been a pleasure reading your posts on TSF & chuckling at your sense of humour within them. God bless.
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Jerry B
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Rest in Peace
Marietta, Georgia USA
Posts: 1,485
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Post by Jerry B on Mar 6, 2023 7:30:12 GMT
Hi Pete
Sorry to hear. You will be sorely missed.
Jerry B
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Jerry B
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Rest in Peace
Marietta, Georgia USA
Posts: 1,485
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Post by Jerry B on Mar 6, 2023 9:29:08 GMT
Pete I noticed a typo or two (proper for prosper  ). Who is going to keep me honest in proofreading???  for being an on-line friend. Jerry B |
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angore
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Posts: 5,696
What I collect: WW, focus on British Empire
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Post by angore on Mar 6, 2023 10:48:34 GMT
Sorry to hear. I am glad I knew you knew you through the forums.
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renden
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Posts: 9,162
What I collect: Canada-USA-France-Lithuania-Austria--Germany-Mauritius-French Colonies in Africa
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Post by renden on Mar 6, 2023 13:14:06 GMT
Pete, you were always a friend and I will miss you but you will always be in our hearts. May you find the peace you deserve after these hard health issues.
René
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Post by michael on Mar 6, 2023 13:22:51 GMT
So sad to read this. Have enjoyed your posts, they will be a great memory to you and your stamping.
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cara
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Posts: 200
What I collect: Germany (FRG, GDR, Berlin); occupied Germany 1945-1949, Deutsches Reich 1872-1945, Switzerland, USA (newbie)
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Post by cara on Mar 6, 2023 13:39:46 GMT
Pete,
I am so sorry to read this. I enjoyed reading your posts and trading stamps with you.
Thank you for your help when I started in TSF, I will never forget it and remember you every time when I log in!
Roland
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dorincard
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Posts: 1,622
What I collect: My focus is on Wild Mammals on maximum cards. Occasionally, I get or create maximum cards with other animals, or any other topic.
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Post by dorincard on Mar 6, 2023 13:42:43 GMT
If consciousness/soul is a form of (mental+) energy, then it's indestructable.
Just transforming.
See you in a philatelic circle in heaven (or whatever the cosmic case may be).
Reincarnation?
Parallel universes?
Thank you for your generous interactions here, my dear friend Pete!
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philatelia
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Captain Jack - my best kiloware find ever!
Posts: 3,654
What I collect: Ireland, Japan, Scandy, USA, Venezuela, Vatican, Bermuda, Austria
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Post by philatelia on Mar 6, 2023 14:39:08 GMT
This isn’t goodbye, dear friend, it is until we meet again - I know we will! Your spirit is just too great for only this one, too short life. But until then, you will be so greatly missed.
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REL1948
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Posts: 773
What I collect: 1840-Pre-Decimal, GB and Colonies, 1840 1 penny reds, British Empire Postal History, Switzerland Postal History
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Post by REL1948 on Mar 6, 2023 15:15:25 GMT
Pete, (brightonpete),
I'm humbled by your courage. While inevitable; unimaginable. You are very missed here on the Forum. You made an indelible impression on everyone who met you.
You've led a remarkable life Pete in all your experiences. It's time for the suffering to end and begin the next phase. We will all meet again soldier, Mission accomplished.
Your Friend,
Rob
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). Who is going to keep me honest in proofreading???
for being an on-line friend.
