Sympathies to Philbin and Packers Fans Everywhere
by upamtn on Jan 9, 2012 5:22 PM CST
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Just saw the news bit about the horrible tragedy that has taken the life of Philbin's son, Michael. While no words can adequately express what the man is going through right now, allow me to express my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Joe Philbin. It's at times like these that everyone puts aside rivalries and differences and come together in a moment of something deeper, something that reflects out humanity.
As most of you are aware, Joe Philbin was recently interviewed by Scott Pioli as a coaching candidate for the Kansas City Chiefs. While Philbin did not get that particular opportunity, he'll no doubt have many others in the future. But beyond the career of a man is the home and family of a man, and when the life of a loved one is cut short it affects the future in unforeseen ways.
Mr Philbin, wherever you are and whatever you do: head high and stay strong, you have a nation of fans from all franchises behind you wishing you all the best from here on out. Good Luck and God Bless.
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What news, where?
I can only find the story about him missing, but cannot find a reputable story about this tragedy.
Shutdown Corner has a bit on it as well
which is how I found out about it … sad day :-(
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It definitely sucks that is has to be under these circumstances.
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Talk about a lack of fucking emotion in the article.
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That's how it should be written.
It’s a news report, not a column.
Packers: Working on a dynasty.
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Badgers: Chin up, boys.
Brewers: Move along, nothin' to see here.
by Tepo6688 on Jan 9, 2012 5:58 PM CST up reply actions 2 recs
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Prayers and thoughts go to Philbin.
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So, so sorry to hear about this happening
Condolences to Philbin and his family
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by His Royal Greatness on Jan 9, 2012 6:02 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
Sunday's game is now irrelevant.
This is a much more important situation. My prayers go out to the Philbin family. RIP Michael.
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by TGPackersTwins19 on Jan 9, 2012 6:36 PM CST reply actions
irrelevant?
For Philbin yes, for everyone else, no. Might give the team a win one of for Joe attitude though…
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Should have know Up would make this post of all Chief fans
I had to come to this site just to check if there was any news on it and saw Up had it posted…My condolences as well.
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Best place I can think of to post this...
My deepest sympathies to Mr. Philbin and his family. I can’t think of anything more devastating…RIP Michael, and God Bless.
My heart goes out to this man and his family. I am so sorry to hear this.
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Sympathies to the Philbin family.
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God Bless You Philbin family
My prayers are with you in this terrible time.
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This is horrible...
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Philbin family.
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by RaY210 on Jan 9, 2012 8:10 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Terrible
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Philbin family. Ya never wanna lose a parent, but it happens… when it happens to a son or daughter, it’s much much worse. Can’t really say anything else about it at this point.
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I knew Joe well for three years.
Michael was just a tot.
Any sympathy and condolence you can feel, double it. Joe is one of the truly good ones, devoted to his family and his players; Diane is a peach. If anyone in WI can do anything to help, to support, please reach out on behalf of those of us too far away to do so.
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This is just terrible
Sympathies to the Philbin family. I can’t even imagine what they must be going through.
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As a father of two twenty something boys, I would like to say that I am very sorry, it hits me deeply.
My sympathies.
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Terrible news
Tragedies such as this one are a reminder that this game we invest so much time into isn’t very meaningful. My sympathies to the Philbin family.
Our sympathies from NY
things like this remind us that this game Sunday is really so meaningless.
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Holy Crap!
So sorry.
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How terrible, reminds us that football is indeed, just a game.
Prayers go out to the Philbin family and everyone affected by this tragedy.
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It's probably a combination of things.
His father just passed as well.
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It hasn't been a good month for Packer families
Not too many places have mentioned TJ’s father passing (not that I’ve seen anyway). His father’s funeral was Monday. My condolences to both the Philbins and the Langs.
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by TXPackerBacker on Jan 11, 2012 6:34 PM CST up reply actions
This is awful...
no matter how much trash we talk about our teams or how much we love watching these games, something like this brings deepest sympathies from all fanbases. Deepest sympathies to the Philbin family from a father who happens to be a Giants fan. I couldn’t imagine the pain they’re going through right now.
My deepest condolences to the Philbin family
and the entire Packers organization.
This is bigger than any game.
Worst news I've heard all week - sincere condolences
Best hopes, wishes and prayers to the Philbin family during this time.
Terrible news.
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God bless. We are here to give support in this time of sadness.
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No parent should ever outlive his or her children.
My deepest sympathies and love to Philbin, his family and fans.
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Can’t imagine losing him after a month, much less a lifetime.
God be with the family.
Condolences going out to the Philbin family.
That’s pretty awful.
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Some of us posted something on our site with so many can not post here yet. But we are so sorry for their lose. My God be with them in this time of need.
Horrible news
my thoughts and prayers go out to the Philbin family
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For me to express my condolences for the Philbin family, or for me to express my thanks for everyone who has posted in this thread. It’s times like these when we are reminded that regardless of how emotionally invested we are in football, it’s just a game, and life itself is far more important than the outcome of a game.
Thank you so much to everyone who has posted here.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jan 10, 2012 7:30 PM CST reply actions
On behalf of Steeler Nation
Please accept our sincere and deepest condolences. Thoughts and prayers to the Philbin and Packers family during this terribly sad time.
Our most heartfelt sympathy to all. Awful, awful news.
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Many many prayers being sent out
to coach Philbin and his family as they deal with this tragic loss.
I am so sorry, for Philbin and for all parents who mourn a child
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