R.I.P. Bearcarver (John)

[DRKsmoking]

With a heavy heart and lump in my throat. I am posting this.
I was away and then to open up the forum and read this. Was expected when I read his last posts a while back BUT still it is hard to fully except. I only knew John through here on the forum as I am very new here and John helped me out a few times. We texted and emails about foods and just everyday things like fishing and family. He gave me a few different recipes and he knew I love my sweets and I will always make the meltaways and Mrs Bears, Pies and cakes.

So John I hope now your travels to your new post at your beautiful resting place are now pain free and your friends and family will be comforted in knowing you are in many folks hearts and minds .
RIP John

David and Mona

 

[Murray]

Sad news indeed. I cut my teeth on his step by step methods and still refer to them.

 

[Buckeyedude]

Great guy, great influence (obviously) ! I barely got to know him in the short time our paths crossed! Totally wished I had more time to get to inow him, ask questions and hear stories!

 

[chopsaw]

I cut my teeth on his step by step methods and still refer to them.

I've had the shortcut on my desk top for years . Should be a sticky with a link to them .

 

[OldSmoke]

His step by steps helped me get started. I especially loved his stories. Even in pain, his stories showed the heart and deep love he had for his family. Truly, a loss to us all.

 

[fxsales1959]

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."
=================================

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.

RIP John.

 

[eaglewing]

With a heavy heart and lump in my throat. I am posting this.
I was away and then to open up the forum and read this. Was expected when I read his last posts a while back BUT still it is hard to fully except.

WOW, sorry but same here... just got busy and that's a shame cuz I'd have liked to put my thoughts in while he was still here.
BC has a serious legacy, and i will be applying his recipes with joy knowing they are awesome ones. Thanks Bear!!

Bear Family, Lord bless you and keep you, may His face shine upon you and show Grace to you, May He lift His face towards you, and give you PEACE

 

[lostriver]

Wow. I've been off the forum for a while and just hopped on to look through some of Bearcarver's instructions. I'm sorry to learn of his suffering and passing. He has help so many of us provide wonderfully smoked foods to so many families. What an amazing man. I'm sure his contributions here are just a small sampling of all the help he's given those around him during his time on this earth. My condolences to his family and friends.

 

[Brokenhandle]

Wow. I've been off the forum for a while and just hopped on to look through some of Bearcarver's instructions. I'm sorry to learn of his suffering and passing. He has help so many of us provide wonderfully smoked foods to so many families. What an amazing man. I'm sure his contributions here are just a small sampling of all the help he's given those around him during his time on this earth. My condolences to his family and friends.

Not sure if you seen it or not... but the current throwdown is based on recreating cooks or smokes done by some of our members that have passed away. A way to honor everything they did while they were here.

Ryan

 

[KimberlyO]

Our prayers go to John, his family and friends. Rest now, John.

 

[lautay]

Sad to say that I haven't smoked in a while, so prepping for my Easter ham, I checked in like I always do before every smoke. Bearcarver was my "goto" guru, and still will be with the threads that will live as his smoking legacy.

Prayers to the family,

Chris

 

[JLeonard]

Sad to say that I haven't smoked in a while, so prepping for my Easter ham, I checked in like I always do before every smoke. Bearcarver was my "goto" guru, and still will be with the threads that will live as his smoking legacy.

Prayers to the family,

Chris

Bears step by steps index was the first and now most used bookmark I have. And like you, I had to refer back to it for the ham for tomorrow. Even though I've done dozens of them. And I always finish with a "thanks Bear" thought.

Jim

 

[dukeburger]

RIP Bear. You taught me how to dry cure and your peanut butter meltaways have been a staple in our house every Christmas for many years and will continue to be.

Every time I checked into SMF you were always here. Will miss you!

Condolences to Mrs. Bear and family

 

[hoity toit]

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:

=================================
"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."
=================================

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 brother, you will be missed by all of SMF and vets. I am sure you will be watching from above.

 

[Schwarzwald Metzger]

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:

=================================
"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."
=================================

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.

Prayers for his family.