Death of a Great Moderator

[TheGreekGod]

This was brought to our attention last night. Many of the Moderators spent many hours attempting to verify. I'm sure most of you have seen his post or he has helped you out in one way or another. He was a great guy and was always willing to give a helping hand.

Rapazant (Steve) age 32 passed away.

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R.I.P. Steve/Rapazant. You will be missed dearly! :(

[cowboyathlete]

Thanks for the information. It is too easy to see this board as just information and BS, and forget that real people are behind everything.

[hakiem_jo]

ouch. thats messed up

[TheCon]

thats really unfortunate. so young. my prayers are with his loved ones.

[Sarge2]

32 wow. Too young. Sorry to hear of it.

[The Abomination]

**ck...such a young age too...sorry to hear that.

[Webgem]

Didn't know him, but sounds like we lost a great guy. He'll be in my prayers.

[Alec Trevelyan]

This was brought to our attention last night. Many of the Moderators spent many hours attempting to verify. I'm sure most of you have seen his post or he has helped you out in one way or another. He was a great guy and was always willing to give a helping hand.

Rapazant (Steve) age 32 passed away.

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R.I.P. Steve/Rapazant. You will be missed dearly! :(


Wow im sorry to hear this....sad to hear about young guys fading away so young.

I'll say a prayer for his family.

[KarateChris]

Wow, that's horrible. He was always a good guy. He'll be missed, and my thoughts are with his family.

[k0rup7]

Any info on how he went? Really sorry to hear this, he was a good guy.

[10TonBrick]

Any info on how he went? Really sorry to hear this, he was a good guy.

x2

his family will be in my prayers

[NETESS]

Sorry to hear abt it. RIP brutha!!!

[Rider19]

This was shocking news.
I viewed the bb forums for a long time before I decided to register.
I learned a lot from Raprazant.

I'm sorry to hear about this. I wish the best to his family. He's in my prayers.

[ShortMonster]

I am very sorry to hear that, I wish the best for him and his family.

[97LT1]

It has been a long time since I have posted here. However I feel that I need to say something about raprazant.

While we met here on this forum, he was someone I spent a good deal of time talking to off this site. Rap was intelligent, and he was funny. He was insightful and trustworthy. He was someone who I only knew through the filters of the internet... and although I did not ever meet him in person, I can truly say he was my friend.

I do not know what happened that caused his life to end so early. Whatever happened, we have lost one of the genuinely good people, of which there are so few on this planet.

Steve lived by the words he preached: He earned it, he earned it every day.

Amen brother.

Steve was one of the good guys. Words can't express how sad i am right now.

[user43390fgui8t]

It has been a long time since I have posted here. However I feel that I need to say something about raprazant.

While we met here on this forum, he was someone I spent a good deal of time talking to off this site. Rap was intelligent, and he was funny. He was insightful and trustworthy. He was someone who I only knew through the filters of the internet... and although I did not ever meet him in person, I can truly say he was my friend.

I do not know what happened that caused his life to end so early. Whatever happened, we have lost one of the genuinely good people, of which there are so few on this planet.

Steve lived by the words he preached: He earned it, he earned it every day.

[guym]

It has been a long time since I have posted here. However I feel that I need to say something about raprazant.

While we met here on this forum, he was someone I spent a good deal of time talking to off this site. Rap was intelligent, and he was funny. He was insightful and trustworthy. He was someone who I only knew through the filters of the internet... and although I did not ever meet him in person, I can truly say he was my friend.

I do not know what happened that caused his life to end so early. Whatever happened, we have lost one of the genuinely good people, of which there are so few on this planet.

Steve lived by the words he preached: He earned it, he earned it every day.

BUMP...well said.

[Pj-Macx]

Amen brother.

Steve was one of the good guys. Words can't express how sad i am right now.

dito.. Steve (Rap) was a great guy.. he will be greatly missed.. my thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.. :(

[Boston03G35]

Rest in Peace Steve!

[Voodoo]

I met Rap here and although I never knew him personally, I knew he was a good person by the wy he handled himself. RIP brother!

[newz-]

terrible, i was hoping this was some kind of joke.. RIP:(

[WTFRUDOING]

Damn, may he rest in peace. Speechless here.

[Too swole]

R.I.P brother....I'll say a prayer for his loved ones.

[BSMNT732]

Real sad to hear this

[2pounds]

rip

[NAP_s_king]

R.I.P. Rap :(

[raybravo]

This is truly sad, my prayers for his family to cope with such a loss...

[hilaryforever]

Too young. Hope he rests in peace and prayers are with his family.

[iron_on_my_mind]

What happened?? I mean, at 32?? This is absolutely insane.

[de silva]

Anyone know what happened?

[sawastea]

He was a fantastic person and will be sorely missed.

RIP Steve.

[raysmith]

Always people you least expect. I got good info from him weather it was here in this section or in the misc.

Always upsetting when you hear of someone dying so young.

R.I.P Steve.

[size]

Rap will be missed by many. He was a sincere individual who helped others while asking for nothing in return.

[noturbo]

really sad news this, my thoughts go out to his family and everyone that knew him! RIP

[Omar]

dam. RIP.

[Random907]

Anybody know the cause of death?

RIP Rap.

[Max1pc]

This is a complete shock! He was a great guy with immense knowledge...we will miss u iron brother

[prometeo]

:s i always hate when good ppl pass away, im not good with words for expressing feelings either, i have never attended a funeral, all i can say is RIP brother...

[bazooka_tooth]

R.I.P

My condolences go out to his family and friends.

[jayceerademeyer]

well, did not know the chap, but sounds like he was good man, and a good man deserves a fair well.

RIP brother, my thoughts are with you and your family!

[Z3R0-CooL]

anyone knows how and when?

[bigjarhead]

Go easy brother!

[Tequila Sunrise]

He's kickin' it upstairs with Munzer and the other great's that've passed away, no doubt.
Rest in peace

[Darnelle B]

i didnt know the guy but he sounds like he was great to every one.

r.i.p. to one great guy

[Selene]

This very sad news and one so young.

[drew]

that sucks.

RIP rap

[jimmytftw35]

Rip Brother !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Aber1784]

havent been over to this board in along time, sorry to hear this... my heart goes out to his family and friends

[user178944]

yeah thats sad

RIP

what was the cause?

[Varangian]

My condolances to his Loved ones, family, and frineds.

-V

[gonna.be.big]

RIP brother. you will be missed by many

[EyeCyoo]

Prayers and wishes to his friends and family. RIP brother.

[WOT]

I'm actually at a loss for words for once ... the loss of such a Good Bro !

Rest In Peace Brother.

[crazysunny]

This was brought to our attention last night. Many of the Moderators spent many hours attempting to verify. I'm sure most of you have seen his post or he has helped you out in one way or another. He was a great guy and was always willing to give a helping hand.

Rapazant (Steve) age 32 passed away.

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R.I.P. Steve/Rapazant. You will be missed dearly! :(

god bless hs soul!

[deedubb]

Here's a guestbook if anyone wants to sign it: http://www.legacy.com/WashingtonPost/GB/GuestbookView.aspx?PersonId=87084897

[Diab0lic]

Damn, that sux, he was one of the good guys. R.I.P.

[RoidJuice]

damn... 32 years old only, poor chap, wish him and his family the best! have only been on the forum for 1 day, never got the chance to meet him, but I'm sure hes an awesome guy to have this much praise. RIP

[DniceOnez]

Steven Allyn Ackerman
ACKERMAN

STEVEN ALLYN ACKERMAN (Age 33)

Of Falls Church, VA died Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at his residence. Born in Bethesda, he was the son of Eugene and Nancy Smith Ackerman and a graduate of Virginia Tech. Mr. Ackerman was a Computer Program Director for Creative Information Technology, Inc. of Arlington. In addition to his parents, he is survived by an uncle, George Henry Ackerman, Jr. of Ridgewood, NJ; a cousin, Bonnie Diriamondo of Oviedo, FL; godparents, Captain William DeHart, USN, (Ret.) and wife, Frances of Pittsboro, NC; numerous Lamda Chi Alpha fraternity brothers and many friends. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 11 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 5800 Backlick Road, Springfield, VA 22150. Pallbearers will be his fraternity brothers. Interment will follow at Memory's Garden, 983 Watervliet-Shaker Rd., Albany, NY.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Arrangements by DEMAINE SPRINGFIELD-ANNANDALE CHAPEL.


Its impossible to find out how he died....maybe drug overdose.
that could be why its so hard to find out why.

[Andalite]

Steven Allyn Ackerman
ACKERMAN

STEVEN ALLYN ACKERMAN (Age 33)

Of Falls Church, VA died Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at his residence. Born in Bethesda, he was the son of Eugene and Nancy Smith Ackerman and a graduate of Virginia Tech. Mr. Ackerman was a Computer Program Director for Creative Information Technology, Inc. of Arlington. In addition to his parents, he is survived by an uncle, George Henry Ackerman, Jr. of Ridgewood, NJ; a cousin, Bonnie Diriamondo of Oviedo, FL; godparents, Captain William DeHart, USN, (Ret.) and wife, Frances of Pittsboro, NC; numerous Lamda Chi Alpha fraternity brothers and many friends. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 11 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 5800 Backlick Road, Springfield, VA 22150. Pallbearers will be his fraternity brothers. Interment will follow at Memory's Garden, 983 Watervliet-Shaker Rd., Albany, NY.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Arrangements by DEMAINE SPRINGFIELD-ANNANDALE CHAPEL.


Its impossible to find out how he died....maybe drug overdose.
that could be why its so hard to find out why.
may he rest in peace

[lee_fitness]

New member, just thought id pay my respects to the lost gym members but alwasys remembered.

[the_rev_jjk]

New member, just thought id pay my respects to the lost gym members but alwasys remembered.

Same here

[Sexy and Strong]

Didn't notice this before, RIP man.

[fejie]

Rip

[wildturkey]

It's been a long time since I posted here, but I thought I would send my best wishes to his family, a sad loss

[alphaJ]

Didnt know the gentleman but hate too hear of anyone dyin,may God remember him.
J

[miles1]

R.I.P

He wont need a bench shirt and spoter in heaven.

[sikboy]

Im shocked by this news.

R.I.P Rap.

[exhortae]

Been a long time since I've been here,

He really was a nice guy

RIP

[irocthls]

i didnt know him because im a new member.. but its always sad to lose someone special.. and it seems like he was..but just remember.. he is resting in peace now.. and no one can give him crap..
R.I.P.

[Lowerthefever]

32 is too young. But how did they find out he was dead?

[damned.]

Damn, been a long time since I been here, and to see this...

RIP Steve

[dirtydean12]

did we ever find out how he passed?

[ybgam]

didn't know him buy my condolences to his loved ones.

r.i.p

[BoogiesLsD]

wow I don't know what to say. I was reading the thread about the Benoit crap and saw a reference to Steve. He's definately sadly missed. My regards to his family and friends.

[ToBeOrNotToBe]

I'm sorry to hear that.

[BodyBldrGal67]

Has me shocked i have talked to him before on here and he was always a wonderful person to talk to.RIP Steve!God Bless you and Your Family..

[BigDreams21]

rip

[pfrg999]

Too young. Hope he rests in peace and prayers are with his family.

Amen ...

[storekenneth]

New to the forums, but sending my respects, thoughts and prayers to the mans family, and him self.

Rest in peace Iron Brother.

[thehouserocka]

did he pass from a cycle or another unfortunate event?

[moneytalks]

heart attack i bet... rip

[Jaydigs1122]

Im new to the board and did not know the man, but it sounds like the world lost one of the good guys. God bless his family, he is in my prayers...

[FullyBuilt]

WOW, i rarely visit here anymore but I just saw the news. This was a good bro who really helped me out a lot on questions when I was first getting started. He will definately be missed. My prayers go out.

[Drahcir *]

Sounds like the world lost a good man. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

[Kroms_laugh]

Damn it.

[sikboy]

Damn it.
Damn bro, where have you been??

[Kroms_laugh]

Damn bro, where have you been??

Keeping my head low since all the fuss.

How are you?

[bigcalves]

RIP bro

[FX45]

RIP.

does anyone know the cause of death?

[SilverBullet200]

RIP this is sad news...my condolences to his family

I read in another post that he killed himself....possibly linked with the SSB but i have no idea if that is true or not

[bbiggum]

does anyone know if he was on any type of cycle, someone pm's me and i deleted the message and someone said he shot himself so would like to know if this is true

[MonkeyAl]

Sorry to hear this. I'm sure all who know him from this boards thoughts and prayers are with his family and close friends..RIP bro

[stocky-rocky]

Its Very Sad To Hear This I Didnt Know The Guy But I Heard His Name Mentioned Alot He Sounds Like He Was A Top Bloke R.i.p My Friend

[RetiredMod]

Wow....speechless really, was the last thing I expected to see when I signed in. Rap was a top notch bro....really really sad to hear...

RIP rap

[deioces]

RIP man ive read alot of his posts, good stuff.

[awahl63]

RIP Steve

[willip]

So what happened to him? I am confuesed, and how did BB.com find out?

[KimberleyRN]

So very sad and unfortunate.

I hope the unanswered questions get answered so those that mourn can have closure in this matter.

[kboxer]

RIP brother

[BODYBUILDER889]

"gonna live forever if the good die young...."
RIP

[xesiv]

RIP Brother

[Officer_Iron]

Just came across this.

RIP

[Beachbum1546]

Aw man, I just found out. This is terrible news. Rapazant was one of the original guys I knew on this board, from about 6 years ago. I also knew him from other boards. Such a sad thing.

[user23960508710889]

R I P with much respect

[Guy Fawkes]

RIP bro.

[jbwilson]

RIP man.

[WaterSleeps49]

This was brought to our attention last night. Many of the Moderators spent many hours attempting to verify. I'm sure most of you have seen his post or he has helped you out in one way or another. He was a great guy and was always willing to give a helping hand.

Rapazant (Steve) age 32 passed away.

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R.I.P. Steve/Rapazant. You will be missed dearly! :(
that sux die young like that rip bro owel how'd he die u know?

[CaGray88]

Sad to hear, he was a good guy. RIP

Any idea what happened? If it doesn't need to be posted...understand.

[Virusas]

RIP man. Good luck in other world.

[wildturkey]

Holy shot is this serious? It's been a good 4 years since I posted around here and I can not believe this

RIP

[jerseyfury2]

RIP brother of iron

the ssb is pretty much over with....this thread is not about that...it's about honoring who he was and the great service he provided to the people of this website and forum.

[johnrich69]

This was brought to our attention last night. Many of the Moderators spent many hours attempting to verify. I'm sure most of you have seen his post or he has helped you out in one way or another. He was a great guy and was always willing to give a helping hand.

Rapazant (Steve) age 32 passed away.

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R.I.P. Steve/Rapazant. You will be missed dearly! :(

WOW, I've only talked with him once and he seemed like a really great guy, I know that he'll be missed by many! We'll KEEP him and His family in our prayers. Thanks so much for posting. Johnny............................................

[Waitwut]

rip

[TANKEDH]

Gone but not forgotten.

RIP Steve, thank you for all of your contributions to the community.

HATE

[fulltimespy]

Damn that's some bad news !
I didn't knew him.

But I still feel sorry for him and his family.

[Biblos]

RIP Steve

[ANOWALES1987]

R.i.p : (

[boostinggtir]

R.I.P dude