secondtube Posted August 9, 2005 Report Share Posted August 9, 2005 (edited) I'm not sure how many of you have been following his condition (he has cancer, which is spreading...), well, an update has come from his family, and its not good... AUGUST 8, 2005 Dear Friends, It is with great sadness we must report to you Vassar's current health situation. Last week, the doctor had ordered an MRI which showed that the cancer had moved into Vassar's brain. This development was going to be treated with aggressive radiation. After two days of treatment, Vassar has decided to stop any further medical intervention. Vassar is resting comfortably with family and friends. Hospice has been called in and will be taking care of him once he is out of the hospital. Both Vassar and his family have been so appreciative of your cards, notes, love and support. We can only ask now that you all pray for his peaceful passing devoid of suffering and pain. The family continues to request that no contact be made other than guestbook and prayers. No phone calls please. Please look to the website for all updates. It also should be mentioned that all orders for merchandise have not been fulfilled, due to circumstances, and that your continued patience is deeply appreciated. We can only pray that Vassar makes this next transition as gracefully as he played his fiddle. Listen to the mockingbird sing... God Bless You Vassar! Edited August 16, 2005 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shainhouse Posted August 9, 2005 Report Share Posted August 9, 2005 Well, he's going to pass peacefully, which is wonderful. It's better than aggresive radiation killing him. Sleep well Vassar... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timouse Posted August 9, 2005 Report Share Posted August 9, 2005 jerry's gonna have some more company soon....fare thee well, vassar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bONES Posted August 10, 2005 Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
secondtube Posted August 10, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2005 For anyone who is interested, I will be paying tribute to Vassar's life and music on my radio show, Bluegrass Breakdown, Monday, August 15 from 5-7pm EST. Broadcast in Northeast Ohio on 91.1 FM and around the world at www.wruw.org. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve from Cleveland Posted August 11, 2005 Report Share Posted August 11, 2005 (edited) Hmmm... Well, I get that station, being in cleveland and all... What gives? Are you around here or something? Or is it a show up there, which RUW carries? hmmmm.... Anyhow, I'll listen, just set my alarm on my phone... S/C*edit* I see now that this is quoted, perhaps it's not YOUR show, but the show of someone from here who's article you quoted? Damn I'm confused.... Edited August 11, 2005 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
secondtube Posted August 11, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2005 yes, part II is correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve from Cleveland Posted August 11, 2005 Report Share Posted August 11, 2005 OIC. Thanks for clearing that up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
secondtube Posted August 16, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 (edited) RIP Vassar.Apr. 25, 1928 - Aug. 16, 2005 Edited August 16, 2005 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timouse Posted August 16, 2005 Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 from http://www.vassarclements.comDear Friends,On August 16th 2005 at 8:35 am Nashville time, the angels in heaven stopped singing for a moment, as they heard the most beautiful music approaching from a distance - the high lonesome sound of Vassar Clements' fiddle.We are deeply saddened by the passing of this truly wonderful and beautiful man whose purpose in life on Earth was in spreading love and happiness to people, both through his music and through his generosity and light of spirit.Vassar indeed has touched the lives of so many of us, and we can all count ourselves as blessed to have been witness to the musical genious and kind-hearted nature of this great yet humble man.It is a great testament to a life when those whose paths you crossed hold you up as an example on how to treat others. Vassar's guestbook is that testament and shows how incredibly loved and admired Vassar was on this Earth by both those who knew him personally and those who knew him only through his music.I would like to thank Vassar's daughter Midge and son-in-law George on behalf of all of us that loved Vassar for the great love and care they have shown him since the passing of his wife Millie just over seven years ago. Selfless and devoted, they not only took care of Vassar emotionally and physically, but also jumped in and learned the music business so Vassar could continue to play for all of us around the country.I picture Vassar and Millie in heaven, reunited in the love they shared that transcends all things, him playing while she dances.Thank You Vassar - God Bless You. Rest In Peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shainhouse Posted August 16, 2005 Report Share Posted August 16, 2005 RIP. pick like crazy up there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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