I enjoyed his contributions to the forum and for them we were rewarded.
Condolences to the family.
terry
Condolences to the family.
terry
Absalom is gone
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TheHobbyist
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Very sorry to hear this news. Peace and strength to his family and friends.
R I P brother.
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One wonders if he wished to die in his homeland with family nearby.
May he R.I.P.
May he R.I.P.
Faulkner
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Condolences to Absalom's family, sorry to hear of his passing.
RobertJ.
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Very sad news. He will be missed.
May he rest in peace.
May he rest in peace.
Ugly Hombre
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RIP Sir, God bless you and your family.
Wow... first 18DAI and now this. I have no words to express my sadness...my deepest condolences to the family.
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I have spent a goodly portion of today in the archives reading his post history.
Fascinating and humbling.
Fascinating and humbling.
I had done the same on a couple of forums we were both members of. One of the threads he had posted a bunch in was "The Russians have gone in".
Larry
Sad news for sure. RIP.
Hi all:
I created an account just so I can respond. Absalom was family to me and my family is in close contact with his family in Germany. I just wanted to thank you all for the thoughts, prayers, and condolences. Please know that I'll be sure to pass them along to his German family.
This man was like an uncle to me. The impact he's had on my life is indescribable. He was a teacher, friend, family, confidant, advisor - he also taught me how to use a firearm (and gifted me a S&W!). Seeing your memories of him is bittersweet. He will be so missed.
Please know that his family will hear about this thread.
I created an account just so I can respond. Absalom was family to me and my family is in close contact with his family in Germany. I just wanted to thank you all for the thoughts, prayers, and condolences. Please know that I'll be sure to pass them along to his German family.
This man was like an uncle to me. The impact he's had on my life is indescribable. He was a teacher, friend, family, confidant, advisor - he also taught me how to use a firearm (and gifted me a S&W!). Seeing your memories of him is bittersweet. He will be so missed.
Please know that his family will hear about this thread.
Flashcrux that is a lovely tribute to Burk and I hope you stay with us and be a part this forum family.
Condolences on the loss of one so close to you.
Rusty
Condolences on the loss of one so close to you.
Rusty
FlashCrux, thanks so much for taking the time to respond here. It may sound crazy to you, but many members here on the forum consider other members to be like family even though we may have never met in person. Absalom/Burk was this type of member. He was well respected and extremely knowledgeable on guns, as well as history and other things. He helped me a few times on some Walther PPK's and holsters I acquired. His knowledge of all things German was amazing. I never realized the physical obstacles he had to deal with on a daily basis, but that is because he didn't complain about it or let them hamper him in what he did here. You could tell he had been a teacher.....once a teacher, always a teacher. And it is easy to see why he would have been a superb advisor and confidant. Know our prayers are with you, his family, and friends.
Sincerely,
Larry
I can understand and appreciate the relationships that can be developed through an online forum. Finding this thread and reading all of your sentiments has been heartwarming for my mom and I. And, as mentioned, we'll share the link with his family in Germany, as well.
I'm glad that he had such a great place to share his knowledge and passion for all things guns, history and whiskey. You all should see his whiskey collection! He did have some incredible challenges physically over the past 25 years or so. He never lost his humor. And you all are right - he was a fantastic teacher. He once introduced the topic of terrorism while wearing a black ski mask. The best part is that a student was being loud in the hall so he went to the door, leaned partway out, and loudly called, "Hey, you! Be quiet and get to class!" in his thick German accent. It was a fantastic moment that had the entire class laughing. The kid in the hall... probably not so much.
For those of you local or near Oregon, please let me know if you're interested in details as we plan a celebration of life. It will likely be in September.
Thank you for your message, Larry - I am so sorry that you all have lost his insight and friendship, too.
I'm glad that he had such a great place to share his knowledge and passion for all things guns, history and whiskey. You all should see his whiskey collection! He did have some incredible challenges physically over the past 25 years or so. He never lost his humor. And you all are right - he was a fantastic teacher. He once introduced the topic of terrorism while wearing a black ski mask. The best part is that a student was being loud in the hall so he went to the door, leaned partway out, and loudly called, "Hey, you! Be quiet and get to class!" in his thick German accent. It was a fantastic moment that had the entire class laughing. The kid in the hall... probably not so much.
For those of you local or near Oregon, please let me know if you're interested in details as we plan a celebration of life. It will likely be in September.
Thank you for your message, Larry - I am so sorry that you all have lost his insight and friendship, too.
I'm not local to Oregon, but it's been on my list for quite some time to drive up from California to McMinnville to see the Spruce Goose at the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum... so I'd be interested.
And may I also thank you, FlashCrux, for taking the time to continue informing us about Burk's sad passing and following events. Not easy for you, I know. Interesting to hear about his whisky collection: our last PM (personal message) in June concerned a new grade of Jack Daniel's. Burk did regret that liquor stores in Oregon were state-run, so not all variations were available. And I read several of his posts in the Ukraine thread: from his clarity of expression and knowledge of subject matter, I can see how he would have been chosen for the Fulbright program.
I'll try to forward you that last PM I received from him. Take care.
Kaaskop49
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I'll try to forward you that last PM I received from him. Take care.
Kaaskop49
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Sad to hear the news. RIP...condolences for the family.
I just received a note from another forum friend that today is National Scotch Day.
To Burk, till we meet again, my friend -- Slàinte mhòr
To Burk, till we meet again, my friend -- Slàinte mhòr
