R.I.P. Bearcarver (John)

[Kvgsqtii]

RIP John. Sad to know you are gone but glad you finally have rest. Godspeed.

 

[pineywoods]

Rest in Peace John thank you for your service prayers go out to his family

 

[jcam222]

So sad to hear. John was a special person. He was always willing to help here and did his damn best to participate with cooking posts despite having to move his cooking to the indoor space mostly. His indexes are legendary. John was quite the craftsman himself. Last year he sent me some wooden handcrafted ornaments he had made. I will cherish them forever. RIP John.

 

[wimpy69]

Wow, just sat down, got some time, shuffled thru and pulled up forum. Didn't expect this, knew he's been not feeling well but god's speed John my PA brother. My condolences to the family and may all of your memories come with a smile.

 

[BGKYSmoker]

Prayers to bears family.
RIP smoker brother.

I lived 20 miles from bear but we could never get together.

 

[crippledcracker]

Rest in peace John

 

[bauchjw]

Thank you for everything Bear. I’m glad you’re at peace again, but will miss your posts and advice. My families prayers for you and your brother’s fishing together on the other side and your families comfort.

 

[Gonna Smoke]

SMF is a much sadder place tonight, but better for having had John...

 

[bauchjw]

It is with a heavy heart that I have to announce Bearcarver AKA John Horne, passed away early this morning. John, as you all know had been battling various and severe health issues for several years. John was a great friend, and always helped everyone as much as was possible. John had asked a few weeks ago to post some of his thoughts and info about his various health issues, see below:

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"Early thoughts
As for my health, the things I say are the way I feel, and I know more about my health than anyone else.
The "doctors" have been wanting me to get tons of tests, like I used to get, but I pretty much quit that years ago. It wears me out, and does me NO Good at all.

A couple months ago I was weighing in at about 237.
So for the last few weeks I've been losing weight. I was glad, but it came along with feeling nauseous, and losing weight. I was down to 215 when I went in the hospital, and was 209 when I came home. That is a new 10 year low.

All I could eat was one scrambled egg each morning, and even less for the rest of the day.
Then an hour later I would be bloated & feel like barfing.

They changed one of my drugs, and that might have helped the stomach slightly.

However the rest of me is still all screwed up, such as the following:
One10 year old tired Aortic Valve (from a cow, with a 10 year + - life-span.

One "7 to eight centimeter wide Subclavian Descending Aortic Aneurysm".

2 blocked carotid Arteries.

Chronic Kidney Disease, from lack of blood to my kidneys during open-heart surgery.

Emphysema & COPD.

A Numb Right Leg (happened after open-heart surgery)

Bad left eye that hasn't opened completely since my first stroke, in 2012.

These are my main problems, and none of them are going to just "go-away" or "Get Better".

They were mostly assisted by "Agent Orange" in one way or another.

I'm tired of dealing with them, and am hoping one of the ones that will take me quick will do so soon.

That may sound harsh to you, but if you had any idea what I've been through over the last 10+ years, you'd understand."
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One thing that really impressed me and showed us the kind of man John was, almost all of his health issues are results of Agent Orange poisoning during his time in Viet Nam, yet he never blamed anything or anyone, and remained 100% dedicated to our great Country. This is in addition to his various talents like woodworking, or Bear carving. The extreme talents of his Family in various areas. Though I've never met John in person, I feel like he was one of my closest friends and will forever be remembered and respected. I hope you all join my Family and myself in praying for John and his Family. Godspeed my friend you will be missed.

R.I.P. Bear. You fought long and hard in many ways, both for yourself, your family, and our country. You've touched the lives of so many here. Interesting that you crossed my mind this morning before I read this thread. I was cubing petite sirloin for a stew tonight and thought of you because it was your mention of that cut of meat that had me try it for the first time. Now I'll be crying all through dinner.

Prayers for your family. Enjoy your fishing spot, Bear.

Ray

I’ve been asked to share this by TNJAKE Brokenhandle Rafter H BBQ and tx smoker

A few weeks ago I had an American flag flown on the pole over the Pentagon in honor of John’s service to our country and life. Thankfully, it made it to him while he was still strong enough to read the certificate, see the folded flag, and respond that he’d received the honor. I share this to communicate what Bear meant, but also speak to his character as a man. Despite sickness linked to his service and Agent Orange, he was still very proud of his time in the Army, being a Vietnam Vet, and he maintained his faith in our great country. RIP John. Semper Fi and Hooah.

 

[indaswamp]

Sad news indeed... Condolences to family and friends and all that knew the man personally. R.I.P. John.

 

[indaswamp]

That is an awesome thing you did Jed!

 

[Buckeye1]

I’ve been asked to share this by TNJAKE Brokenhandle Rafter H BBQ and tx smoker

A few weeks ago I had an American flag flown on the pole over the Pentagon in honor of John’s service to our country and life. Thankfully, it made it to him while he was still strong enough to read the certificate, see the folded flag, and respond that he’d received the honor. I share this to communicate what Bear meant, but also speak to his character as a man. Despite sickness linked to his service and Agent Orange, he was still very proud of his time in the Army, being a Vietnam Vet, and he maintained his faith in our great country. RIP John. Semper Fi and Hooah.

That is such an awesome gesture! So glad you could pull that off. Bear will be missed, I hope he is at peace. Thoughts and condolences to his family (including here).

 

[JckDanls 07]

I can just imagine members that have passed welcoming John... WOW... What a party that's gonna be ...

Jed, that was totally awesome.. that puts you right up there with Bear's generosity ...

 

[Fueling Around]

Outstanding tribute Jed bauchjw !

 

[MJB05615]

I’ve been asked to share this by TNJAKE Brokenhandle Rafter H BBQ and tx smoker

A few weeks ago I had an American flag flown on the pole over the Pentagon in honor of John’s service to our country and life. Thankfully, it made it to him while he was still strong enough to read the certificate, see the folded flag, and respond that he’d received the honor. I share this to communicate what Bear meant, but also speak to his character as a man. Despite sickness linked to his service and Agent Orange, he was still very proud of his time in the Army, being a Vietnam Vet, and he maintained his faith in our great country. RIP John. Semper Fi and Hooah.

Jed, that is one amazing thing you did. Very respectful. John meant so much to so many here and elsewhere. I'm sure he appreciated it very much.

 

[Retired Spook]

I feel so bad - I did not know John but reading this is heartbreaking. I hope there is a beautiful afterlife and you are in it, sir.

 

[Cajun Smokes]

Such sad news on this Moday. RIP Sir

 

[clifish]

Thanks for posting Mike and thank you Jed for the flag, very cool on your part. Bear will be missed, he always shared his knowledge and time very generously. This forum will lost a great asset.

 

[schlotz]

Glad to know you now have some peace John. Rest well, patriot!

 

[Ishi]

My condolences to the family!
We lost a great one. RIP Bear