In Memory of Our Friend, Churchmouse....

[Tripp11]

Churchmouse was patient in answering a bunch of questions I had when I was making some changes to my HVAC system. Just an honest, intelligent and caring person who would do anything for anyone who asked. Solid guy and I miss his posts around here.

 

[KG1]

beautiful words. sorry for your loss

This is truly what's at the heart of the INGO community. Some people don't seem to be interested in getting to know this side. This is INGO. There are good folks here that care for one another. We're glad to have you join us.

 

[DaMousesGirl]

Pictures of the family with the one year coming up of my dads passing it’s been very hard but I’m so glad we all have each other to be there for! The Churchmouse family

 

[DoggyDaddy]

Those are great pics!

 

[WebSnyper]

Motorcycle, toy guns, family and smiles. All the CM bases covered.

 

[Hardscrable]

Great pics ! Thank You for sharing them.

 

[Rushville 108]

Our dearest friend, Tim aka Churchmouse passed today at his home.

The following words were posted by him when Rick aka BirdsAway passed. I find them appropriate for Tim and, as my words are difficult to express, I will repeat this here:

Epitaph by Merrit Malloy

When I die
Give what’s left of me away
To children
And old men that wait to die.

And if you need to cry,
Cry for your brother
Walking the street beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms
Around anyone
And give them
What you need to give to me.

I want to leave you something,
Something better
Than words, Or sounds.

Look for me
In the people I’ve known
Or loved,
And if you cannot give me away,
At least let me live on in your eyes
And not your mind.

You can love me most
By letting
Hands touch hands,
By letting bodies touch bodies,
And by letting go
Of children
That need to be free.

Love doesn’t die,
People do.
So, when all that’s left of me
Is love,
Give me away.

Rest In Peace Tim. May You Live In The Hearts Of Family And Friends Forever. You And The Family Are In My Prayers.

 

[BiscuitNaBasket]

I've been thinking about CM a lot lately. He was one of the best of us and someone I am truly thankful to have had in my life. He has done more for me than I can recollect, but what I do recall are the feelings of gratitude to him for accepting me into his life and treating me with respect at a time I needed it most. He is loved.

 

[Blackhawk2001]

I've been gone from INGO for awhile - had some family tragedy of my own - so I was shocked when I just saw that CM had passed away. Didn't know him in person, but he seemed to be a good guy. May he Rest In Peace.

 

[KG1]

I've been gone from INGO for awhile - had some family tragedy of my own - so I was shocked when I just saw that CM had passed away. Didn't know him in person, but he seemed to be a good guy. May he Rest In Peace.

Yeah it was a sad time when CM passed. On top of that IDK know if you are aware that Big Tanker passed as well not to long after CM while driving his tanker truck when another truck crossed the median and collided with his truck. It was a double tragic loss here for the INGO community.

 

[Blackhawk2001]

Ironically, I DID see that Big Tanker had passed away. but didn't see that ChurchMouse had passed on. I say "ironically" because I don't believe I remember seeing posts from BT, but when I was a regular, I interacted with CM frequently.

 

[T-DOGG]

One year from the day we lost Tim. Damn. I still think about him constantly. He made a big impact on me and I miss him being around.

 

[bobzilla]

One year from the day we lost Tim. Damn. I still think about him constantly. He made a big impact on me and I miss him being around.

Agreed. An absolutely amazing human.

 

[KellyinAvon]

We miss you Tim

 

[Bennettjh]

Hard to believe it's been a year. Definitely a void here without him.

 

[indyjohn]

There is more than one reminder of mouse in the OG's & my daily life. Humbling how one person can have a positive impact on other's lives.

 

[armalitesheepdog]

My mom used to always tell me to live your life in a way so that when your gone people will miss you. I would say Mr Mouse did just that.

 

[bobzilla]

My mom used to always tell me to live your life in a way so that when your gone people will miss you. I would say Mr Mouse did just that.

Very much so. Such a strong personality but such a massive heart.

 

[hoosierdaddy1976]

There's only coffee in my cup, but it is raised in your memory, good sir.

 

[indyjohn]

Took this to the celebration. Been holding onto what was left. Still unsure what I'm going to do with the last two shots.