A hero passes today......

[MinnesotaHunter]

RIP, to a brother-in-arms. Critter, it is an honorable thing that you did, I am sure you have a guardian angel for life. Semper Fi, Always Faithful.

 

[Goldtip]

Thanks for sharing the story of your season with Dan, Critter. Good luck and God Bless to Dan on his journey to the happy hunting grounds.

 

[wswat]

My vote for MAN/HUNTER OF THE YEAR!!!!!!
Wow you did a good thing for Dan and his family!!!!!!!
My thoughts and prayers go out to them now in this time of sadness.

 

[Horn Seeker]

Thanks again Matt for inspiring all of us...

RIP Dan

 

[genesis273]

I think it`s awesome CG that you had the compassion for this young man/hero to make a difference in his last days. I went back and read the other thread and felt so many mixed emotions (wishing I could help--hoping he would score through his pain--happy when he did succeed--a sad heart when he lost his battle). It will be something you`ll never forget or regret!
I hope this inspires all of us to make a difference is someone`s life!

 

[schmalts]

You did a great thing helping Dan out, It help keep the sanity going for the survivors who deal with losses.

 

[mtlion]

Very sad. For once I am at a loss for words. Thanks for helping Dan with his dream.

 

[spook12]

God bless you Criter. R.I.P. Dan.

 

[fowladdict]

I would like to echo what everyone else has said. It was the best hunting thread we've had in a long time. Thanks for working your butt off to help Dan have an awesome hunting season.

 

[bmack]

So sorry to hear about this, what a bummer.

Pretty amazing how so many people were pulling for Dan during those hunts. Thanks for sharing his story and allowing us to follow along.

I sure hope whenever my time comes I'm able to experience one last elk hunt.

 

[thecrittergitter]

Again, just want to thank everyone for their awesome comments. I know Dan's family will appreciate reading this thread to know all the people out there that Dan touched in his short time.

Sounds like his services will be in Missoula this Sunday so I'm gonna go pay my last respects and wish him happy hunting in the land full of trophy bulls!

 

[AZ402]

Very sorry for the loss, really a sad deal.....

 

[BuzzH]

Sometimes there just arent the words...

But, what you did to help your friend was a great thing.

 

[Brittany Chukarman]

Sorry to hear of the loss of such a fine young man. At some time in one's life, everybody should have a friend like you.

 

[Gunner46]

Semper fi, to my brother......semper fi !!!!

 

[montanadogs]

I really enjoyed following his hunts. God bless his family. He is in a better place where the elk etc are plentiful. Sorry to hear about his passing.

 

[thecrittergitter]

Thanks again everyone! Im out the door heading to Missoula to pay last respects to the young man.........services are at 3 pm, i better get to hustlin

 

[Hatchie Dawg]

Forgive me if I miss a word or two but I remember the verse like this; " if the Army and the Navy should ever look on Heavens scene, they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines"

 

[silverado11]

Very sorry for you loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, thank you for all you did for him, looks like you made his season a great one. We will pray for his family.

 

[elk_hunter]

Very touching indeed...thoughts and prayers to him and his family...and well wishes to you and your family, Matt, for helping Dan. Your stories and adventures this past fall were absolutely amazing...