CaptNkllm Posted February 5, 2012 Posted February 5, 2012 We went to the 70's Regatta yesterday.. BTW Pete.. fantastic job.. and crew!! As we ligned up to get some awesome food from Smoking Al BBQ, they anounced that Al was sick with cancer and in stage 4. They are not sure if he would make it the rest of the week. I have personally talked with Al many times and I would have to say one of the nicest guys I have ever met and the absolute best vendor with BBQ. His Portions are always big and he is always willing to help with special events...If I remember correctly he catered to Woody's Party a few yrs ago. Anyways, take a min say a Prayer or good thought or however you personally do it... Al needs it... I had heard he was having issues but this was not what I expected. We donated to his cause yesterday but I know that will not be enough so maybe a prayer for his health, family and friends or for there to be no pain and so on..I hope to se Al next time we are out Fight the good Fight Brother! Capt Quote
aceisback Posted February 5, 2012 Posted February 5, 2012 C'mon Big Al, you've got a whole herd of hungry hungry hippos needing you to pull through this tough time of your life. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family from the bunch of us. Get well soon. Ace Quote
dunen4terry Posted February 5, 2012 Posted February 5, 2012 We went to the 70's Regatta yesterday.. BTW Pete.. fantastic job.. and crew!! As we ligned up to get some awesome food from Smoking Al BBQ, they anounced that Al was sick with cancer and in stage 4. They are not sure if he would make it the rest of the week. I have personally talked with Al many times and I would have to say one of the nicest guys I have ever met and the absolute best vendor with BBQ. His Portions are always big and he is always willing to help with special events...If I remember correctly he catered to Woody's Party a few yrs ago. Anyways, take a min say a Prayer or good thought or however you personally do it... Al needs it... I had heard he was having issues but this was not what I expected. We donated to his cause yesterday but I know that will not be enough so maybe a prayer for his health, family and friends or for there to be no pain and so on..I hope to se Al next time we are out Fight the good Fight Brother! Capt we have not met Al but like the Capt said our prayers are with Al and his family . nice of the capt to get this started Quote
White Rhino Posted February 5, 2012 Posted February 5, 2012 Prayers for Al and his family. Absolute great guy, keep fighting the fight. Hope to see you again soon! Quote
andydew Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 Praying for our fellow duner. I was fortunate enough to enjoy some fantastic BBQ this weekend, and although we haven't met, my family and I will be praying. Keep us updated. God bless! Quote
NE14SAND Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 this has been a hard one for this house!!!!!!!!!!! Quote
dunefreak Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 These last couple weeks have been very hard for me and Anna too. I have had Al in my thoughts daily and can't hold back the tears every time I think about what he's going through. He's such a great guy and has always put a smile on my face. This just doesn't seem real. Quote
Runnin A Fever Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 Wow, I'm so sadened to hear this. I've not kept in touch with Al very much lately as we are working in different areas. Thanks for posting the news. Keep up the fight Al, our prayers are with you. Quote
Vegas FX400 Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. Never met the dood, but have sent him a few messages in the past...He's my go to guy when i need smoker advice. Quote
CampIdiot Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 I showed his wife this thread and all the prayers and well wishes are very appreicated and Thank You to all his DDR family. Quote
sand chick Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 We love you Al. You have been in our thoughts. Quote
barefoot bob Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 |Praying for the best Al ! i was shocked when i was called and told. i looked forward to seeing him and getting my breakfast bowls . havnt been out lately and now this shocker God be with you Al and with your family. Quote
Sincity_blondie Posted February 6, 2012 Posted February 6, 2012 My thoughts and prayers go out to Al all his family (dune and otherwise) and friends. Quote
Randog Posted February 7, 2012 Posted February 7, 2012 Al is by far one of the nicest, most generous, just all around greatest guy you could ever meet. He is one that would not think twice about giving you the shirt off his back. I've been blessed to meet him and enjoy some time with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Al and your family. Randog and family Quote
wsky70 Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Our prayers are with you and the family, one of the nicest people I've known.... Not to forget the great grub, were pulling for ya Al, get well soon buddy....SF Woody Quote
dunefreak Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 I don't even know how to say this. I just got the dreaded phone call from Brian. Al just passed this evening. I am so thankful to have had Al as my friend. He was one of a kind. RIP bud 1 Quote
vegas style Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 so sad to hear this Al was a one of a kind Quote
duniemonkie Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 We are all better people for having known him. I will always cherish what I learned from Al. All my love friend. See you in heaven. 1 Quote
andydew Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Our prayers go out for his family and friends. So sad to hear Quote
Sincity_blondie Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 My thoughts and prayers go out to Al's family and friends. I just saw this posted on FB and wanted to come pay my respects. So sorry for the loss of all who knew him. RIP AL ........ Quote
ynot Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Al was a special person. Always offering his services to help with the clean up and other events. He gave of himself and his business and the world is worse off for his loss but better off for him having graced us with his presence. My thoughts go to his family and friends and know that the pain you feel right now will not go away but it will get easier as time goes on. He will never be forgotten by those who loved him but time makes the pain a little more bearable. God's speed Al RIP Terry 1 Quote
TheAlaskan Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Haven't been on DDR for quite some time so tonight is the first time I've heard of this. Only met Al a few times, but seemed like one of the nicest guys around, especially draggin fresh food out to banshee hill for all of us crazies at the night drags a few years back.... My condolences to his family. R.I.P. Quote
sand chick Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Al will be missed and remembered well as one of the best Quote
ninjagreengirl Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Al fought to the very end. We was one of the good ones. He touched every person he met. His heart was bigger than anyone that I have ever met. I can not tell you how blessed skinner and I are to have been friends with Al and his family. This is a devistating loss. RIP Al, we love you and will miss you so very much. Quote
White Rhino Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 we lost a great man today.. Al always wore a smile on his face and always greated you with open arms and wonderful BBQ. AL will be missed by anyone who knew him. My thoughts and prayers to his family and all of Al's friends, he was taken WAY to soon.. RIP Smokin Al Quote
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