Notable people lost to us in 2012

[Howardlittleton64]

Originally Posted by Phoenix

Why not? These were important people who had major accomplishments who had great impact on every one of our lives. What's the point of mentioning it? Oh, just that they DIED. And what they did for us. That's all. If you can't understand that then I will fail again to get this accepted as a post, thanks to the waaaaaaaay-over caring of the Mods here. That's another story though.

So. Some people can just stay under a rock and worship those close to them, their family. Fine. Most of us don't live under a rock and realize what impact a lot of people have on our lives. And we HONOR their passing. Whether some people like it or not.

[View Full Quote]So, give me ANOTHER warning Mods. I dare you.

I don't really see how an actor or a musician could have a greater impact on my life than a member of my family or close friend, but that's me. Personally I see it as a look at me post. To each his own.

[DallasCowpoke]

Originally Posted by Howardlittleton64

My family and friends have left more of an impact on me then any celebrity.

I think it is symptomatic for the problems in our society that their lives and contributions get so celebrated when they die and normal people (unless it is some horrific tragedy like the elementary school) are barely an after thought. I feel for the families of the deceased celebrity but beyond that I rarely give it anymore thought. Maybe I am symptomatic of what's wrong with our society.

Off my soap box

I'm sure the "celebrity", who served in an Army unit made up of Japanese-Americans...in a battalion that was the most decorated unit of the war. Was a WWII Medal of Honor Recipient, and second longest serving U.S. Senator, would stand and salute your right to your opinion.

'Course, he'd have to do it with his left hand since he gave up his right one, fighting for your freedom to make yourself look like a dolt.

Bravo!

[Illini88228]

Originally Posted by DallasCowpoke

I'm sure the "celebrity", who served in an Army unit made up of Japanese-Americans...in a battalion that was the most decorated unit of the war. Was a WWII Medal of Honor Recipient, and second longest serving U.S. Senator, would stand and salute your right to your opinion.

'Course, he'd have to do it with his left hand since he gave up his right one, fighting for your freedom to make yourself look like a dolt.

Bravo!

[BringBackThatOleTimeBoys]

That saying: "Speak only good of the dead"

I have a higher regard of those attempting to do something that got their death's reported than the cynical that diss them...anyone can do that.

[IAMKING]

Originally Posted by Howardlittleton64

I don't really see how an actor or a musician could have a greater impact on my life than a member of my family or close friend, but that's me. Personally I see it as a look at me post. To each his own.

What has your family/friends done for this world?

Don't worry I'll wait....

[JBond]

Originally Posted by Howardlittleton64

I don't really see how an actor or a musician could have a greater impact on my life than a member of my family or close friend, but that's me. Personally I see it as a look at me post. To each his own.

Depends on the family. Most of mine are a bunch of freeloading deadbeats that have their hand out constantly. My wife and kids excluded of course.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with admiring people you do not know. I have found many inspiring people outside of my immediate circle. Maybe you need to broaden your horizons.

[CliffnMesquite]

Entertainers die just like the rest of us. Especially the old ones and the druggies.

[ethiostar]

Originally Posted by Howardlittleton64

I don't really see how an actor or a musician could have a greater impact on my life than a member of my family or close friend, but that's me. Personally I see it as a look at me post. To each his own.

I don't think anyone said that they made a "greater impact" on their lives than their families. Only that they recognize that some of these "celebrities" have made an "impression" on them or that they have, directly or indirectly, benefited from their work/deeds when they were alive.

You seem to have a limited capacity to appreciate all those who positivity contribute to your life in various capacities.

I love my family and friends and they have a great impact in my life. My mother is my hero. Period. However, I recognize that my life is enriched by many more people than just them, almost all of whom i will never meet. The soldiers that have died to protect my freedom. Scientists and researchers that have contributed to the advancement of general knowledge, technology, medicine that we all benefit from. Entertainers whose work has enriched my childhood (Sesame Street, Dr. Seuss) and memories with friends and family (family movie nights, songs at weddings, etc...).

There is nothing wrong with recognizing others for what they have added to your life, and society in general.

[BringBackThatOleTimeBoys]

Dissing the notable deaths of 2012: I've seen this all the time.

Unhappy, cynical people getting pleasure saying it's not worthwhile while feeling this exercise makes them more brilliant than the rest of us. Anyone can be a naysayer, and they rarely ever go down into history. Granted, a few of the notable deaths might be pegged into the Kim Kardashian category - what did they do? But most of these people did something - not whine.

There are also people that did significant things that will leave quietly....publicity is not even or fair. One could argue Nikola Tesla did as much as Thomas Edison for example.

The internet just enables people we otherwise would ignore in social settings that have a pessimistic outlook on life....the bumper sticker "Life sucks, then you die" comes to mind. My response to them is they don't speak for the rest of us!

[DFWJC]

Originally Posted by JIMMYBUFFETT

Good for you. Ernest Borgnine left way more of an impression on me than any member of your family or friends ever have.

[Eric_Boyer]

a bit unnerving seeing so many people die that aren't much older then me.

[Phrozen Phil]

Originally Posted by Eric_Boyer

a bit unnerving seeing so many people die that aren't much older then me.

Think what it feels like for those of us who are older than some of the people mentioned.
Many of those mentioned had an impact on our lives, whether we knew it or not. Some of the musicians mentioned created the sound we identified with weren't the headliners, but the people who shaped the sound of the music of our respective generations. Donald Dunn was hardly charismatic, but he was a good Bass player.
Others mentioned are worthy for lvies well spent. The two Astronauts (Neil Armstrong and Sally Ride) were accomplished in their own right becuse of their space exploits, but would have been good role models even without those accomplishments. Armstrong's modesty was a tribute to everybody at NASA.
There are few people on that list who I was not aware of, and the rest made contributions to a lot of lives and deserve a modicum of respect.

Ethiostar, you said it best.

I don't think anyone said that they made a "greater impact" on their lives than their families. Only that they recognize that some of these "celebrities" have made an "impression" on them or that they have, directly or indirectly, benefited from their work/deeds when they were alive.

You seem to have a limited capacity to appreciate all those who positivity contribute to your life in various capacities.

[View Full Quote]I love my family and friends and they have a great impact in my life. My mother is my hero. Period. However, I recognize that my life is enriched by many more people than just them, almost all of whom i will never meet. The soldiers that have died to protect my freedom. Scientists and researchers that have contributed to the advancement of general knowledge, technology, medicine that we all benefit from. Entertainers whose work has enriched my childhood (Sesame Street, Dr. Seuss) and memories with friends and family (family movie nights, songs at weddings, etc...).

There is nothing wrong with recognizing others for what they have added to your life, and society in general.

[Signals]

WOW, some of you guys... smh

[Doomsday]

There is a difference between idolizing someone and appreciating or admiring them for being good at their craft. Most rational people can separate the two. I grew up watching Andy Griffith and other family shows from that an era and have a lot of fond memories of watching them with my Dad.