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[QUOTE=Robboe;780853833]Yeah it is, can't wait to see the pic. Did we get the Craze out for the auction?[/QUOTE]Of course. They should have the box on Monday.
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So I'm sure a lot of people on this board have had a chance to think about Joey's death. It was a month ago today that he was killed. Hearing the stories of how 911 failed in their response, there was no way to "track" him with GPS, etc... it seems as though a 5 hour car ride could somehow be tracked down and a murder prevented. It's been a battle against authorities since 911 was first called the night he was killed...
It makes you think how valuable life is and how valuable the people are around you. The other day I was sitting in on a meeting for a University Council on technology. Ever since the shooting sprees at high schools and universities, safety has been a huge issue. There has been a push to prevent catastrophes via technology (mass text message alerts, email alerts, automated calls, etc.). One of the organizations that spoke was a Rape Prevention group. They brought up a new smartphone app that's geared towards women in precarious situations. One of the apps (OnWatch) allows you to program a panic feature:
[quote][b]Panic:[/b] This is an alert mode designed for situations when may need immediate help. Those times when you feel vulnerable, for example, when you’re walking across an empty campus, entering a deserted parking garage, or studying late at night in the library, open OnWatch and tap the Panic icon to access a screen with a big panic button. If you feel threatened, double tap the Panic button. Your phone automatically calls 911 and sends text and email messages with your GPS info to notify preselected contacts that you may be in danger.[/quote]
The app should be available in early 2012.
While sitting in the meeting, I couldn't help but think if things would have been different if his GPS info was sent immediately to his circle of friends. Figured I would bring this to everyone's attention and put yourself in either Joey's place or his girlfriends place. I for one, would never want to know someone I loved I was trouble but not know where to find them.
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Just logged on for the first time in a while and saw this, awful news to hear and my prayers go out to his family
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What the ****. I go away for a while, come back and see RIP Placebro in peoples statuses...
I thought he got banned or something....god ****ing damnit.
RIP.
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[QUOTE=De__eB;789056293]What the ****. I go away for a while, come back and see RIP Placebro in peoples statuses...
I thought he got banned or something....god ****ing damnit.
RIP.[/QUOTE]
Im sorry this is how/when you found out... believe me getting the call the morning of was no easier. And the police are no further into the investigation. :/
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There is a thread where an auction is currently being held to help Joeys family. Many supp companies donated product for others to buy and all proceeds go
to Joey's family to help with expenses. Check it out [url]http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=139678063[/url]
[QUOTE=De__eB;789056293]What the ****. I go away for a while, come back and see RIP Placebro in peoples statuses...
I thought he got banned or something....god ****ing damnit.
RIP.[/QUOTE]
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Rest in peace Joey, over two months already...
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[QUOTE=RUTHL3SS;800315001]Rest in peace Joey, over two months already...[/QUOTE]
no doubt....
still praying for peace for his family and justice
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Respectful bump.
Thoughts for the family and friends.
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[QUOTE=Jeff the Repper;1307588671]Respectful bump.
Thoughts for the family and friends.[/QUOTE]
This
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Timely bump.
Rest in peace, bud.
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Appreciate the bump you guys.
He's missed.
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RIP Joey.
Nobody made the forums as much fun to go to as you did. Your witty posts always had me laughing every day that I logged on here.
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A lot of great memorable threads and saved all our emails over the years and look back on them occasionally. Missed for sure.
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I remember getting stuff from his auction. Wasn't a lot but I just hope it helped his family.
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I still have wristbands. Found quite a few the other day in a box behind a shelf
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Just logged in for the first time in a while. Saw this in my recent threads (that's how long it's been).
Appreciate all the effort that went into this. Giving the money to Joey's family was definitely a highlight of my life.
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I miss you every day old friend
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Four years today, missing you pal! Would love it if anyone who can use the search function better than me dug up some of the amazing posts he used to make.
SMF remembers
Hugs for everyone
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[QUOTE=Starkk;1397693883]Four years today, missing you pal! Would love it if anyone who can use the search function better than me dug up some of the amazing posts he used to make.
SMF remembers
Hugs for everyone[/QUOTE]
Doesn't seem like 4 years.
RIP Joey
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damn 4 years goes quick. Didn't know Joey personally but remember his postings on this site.
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[QUOTE=cal62887;1397979953]Doesn't seem like 4 years.
RIP Joey[/QUOTE]
No it doesn't… wow
RIP to the truly the most hilarious, witty and clever poster that this forum ever saw.
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[QUOTE=Starkk;1397693883]Four years today, missing you pal! Would love it if anyone who can use the search function better than me dug up some of the amazing posts he used to make.
SMF remembers
Hugs for everyone[/QUOTE]
9 oout of 10 lobsters will agree that he and meatie definitely brought the Lelz.
Didn't know him personally but always enjoyed his posts. Rip.
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Wow, how time flies.
Goodnight Sweet Prince.
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8 years ago this week :(
Joey always made me laugh.
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jesus, i miss this community. One passing is crazy
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[QUOTE=cal62887;1397979953]Doesn't seem like 4 years.
RIP Joey[/QUOTE]
A toast to friends we’ve lost and those we’ve lost touch with
