Tom Ondrus in ICU

08 April 2010, 00:34

MacD37

Tom Ondrus in ICU

Regardless of your relationship with Tom Ondrus I'm sorry to amounce that Tom is seriously ill, and is in ICU. His wife Coral sent mean e-mail saying he had been taken off life support, and made it through the night, but the prognosis does not look good.

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08 April 2010, 05:58

ron vella

I've had three dealings with Tom over the past few years, when I bought double rifle ribs from him over the phone. He was always the perfect gentleman with me, delivery was prompt, and product was good. My hopes and prayers to Tom and his family. Oddly, I saw a post by Tom on AR about a week ago and assumed that that meant he was back home and doing OK.

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08 April 2010, 06:22

Bike Rider

I spoke with Tom's wife (Coral)this afternoon around 5:30pm est. Coral said that the dialysis machine was turned off and Tom was given some morphine to make him comfortable. He is with his family and loved ones.

Tom you are in my thoughts and prayers.

BR

08 April 2010, 07:27

BigFiveJack

quote:
Originally posted by Bike Rider:
I spoke with Tom's wife (Coral)this afternoon around 5:30pm est. Coral
said that the dialysis machine was turned off and Tom was given some
morphine to make him comfortable. He is with his family and loved ones.

Tom you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Corbin

And mine too...

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08 April 2010, 07:48

Black Fly

Sorry to hear this. I've had coffee with Tom a few times. I enjoyed our conversations and had some good laughs.
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08 April 2010, 08:13

Idaho Sharpshooter

Damn...

I always enjoyed chatting with Tom on the phone and here.

He lived a pretty rich and full life, and will be sadly missed.

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08 April 2010, 10:13

BrettAKSCI

Sorry for my ignorance, but who is Tom? Regardless I wish the best to he and his family.

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08 April 2010, 12:42

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quote:
Originally posted by Brett Adam Barringer:
Sorry for my ignorance, but who is Tom? Regardless I wish the best to he and his family.

Brett

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08 April 2010, 15:43

Rojovin

I too have had dealings with Tom. He has been in my prayers for quite some time. My prayers are out to him and his family.
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09 April 2010, 06:04

Ed Scarboro

On my trip to Zimbabwe last year I carried a Merkel in 470NE that was one of Tom's personal rifles that I bought a couple of year ago.

Our prayers go out to Tom and his family.

09 April 2010, 07:00

BigFiveJack

quote:
Originally posted by MacD37:
Re: Tom Ondrus - I'm sorry to amounce that Tom is seriously ill, and is in ICU. His wife Coral sent mean e-mail saying he had been taken off life support, and made it through the night, but the prognosis does not look good.

Is CORAL going to call anyone on AR as conditions change?

Jack

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09 April 2010, 09:59

500straight

I am very sorry to hear about Tom. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.

I purchased my first big bore double from Tom. He was a perfect gentleman and very generous with his time on on the phone and "mentoring" me to the world of double rifles. I have always enjoyed our phone conversations. He is a great friend indeed.

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12 April 2010, 04:45

Use Enough Gun

Please keep us updated on Tom. In my experience, he always treated his customers fairly and was honest and upfront.

14 April 2010, 04:01

Ed Scarboro

Coral just called me to let me know that Tom passed away today and she asked that I post this on AR to let everyone know.

Jack

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14 April 2010, 06:29

ron vella

Darn, that's really sad news Ed. I liked Tom a whole bunch. I just hope that there is dangerous game to be hunted in the "Happy Hunting Grounds"!

14 April 2010, 07:34

MacD37

quote:
E-mail from Coral

Sorry to say Tom passed away this afternoon at 3:45...coral

Yes I just checked my E-mail, and got the above note from Coral!

Tom's life was way too short, but he did some living while he was with us! He only lacked the Rhino to complete his big-five!

Well his suffering is over and his body is not holding him back now, so he can hunt as long as he wants in the happy hunting grounds! ...........R.I.P.Tom, your friend from Texas!

My condolences go out to you Coral!

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