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Old 18 November 2011, 03:13 AM   #1
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Rest in Peace TRF Member Doug- aka DWBOD.

Hi guys,
I have a sad story to share regarding one of our members DWBOD- Doug Baltrip.
Doug and I spoke yesterday regarding a watch I had for sale here on TRF. He was very cordial, friendly, and we quickly reached an agreement. He sent a bank wire as payment for the watch. I notified him I'd follow up today after receiving the wire.

I missed a call this morning and realized it was from his area code. I checked my voicemail to hear a message from a distraught girl, who informed me she was his sister. She very sadly informed me Doug had died in a car accident early this morning and asked for me to send back the money. I called her and apologized for such a tragic loss. It wasn't easy hearing her weep over the phone and truly made me wish there was something I could do to comfort her. it goes without saying that I'll be refunding the bank wire.

My deepest condolences go out to Doug and his family. Rest in peace Doug. For anyone who knew Doug and would like his address to send condolences, please send me a Pm.

News story can be found here:
http://www.foxtoledo.com/dpp/news/lo...in-monroe-co.#
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:20 AM   #2
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That's very sad! I'll be praying for his family.
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:21 AM   #3
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:23 AM   #4
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Man this is so sad indeed. RIP Douglas...
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:23 AM   #5
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:25 AM   #6
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RIP to one of our own.
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:26 AM   #7
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OMG what a horrible story
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:26 AM   #8
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RIP. Man.... Sad story. Never know when it's your time. Glad Doug was enjoying his Rolexes, and was probably very excited for his new purchase too....

Thanks for the heads up.
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:26 AM   #9
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:29 AM   #10
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:29 AM   #11
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:32 AM   #12
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Sad Story, Kinda puts things in perspective and makes you feel how lucky we all real are. R.I.P
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Old 18 November 2011, 05:01 AM   #13
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Our prayers are with his family and friends.

We'll miss you here.
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Old 27 December 2011, 07:29 AM   #14
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Sad Story, Kinda puts things in perspective and makes you feel how lucky we all real are. R.I.P
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:32 AM   #15
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Very very very sorry to hear. RIP Doug. This is an example and reminder to all of us to appreciate and enjoy our lives while we're lucky enough to have them.

Condolences to his family and loved ones.
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Old 18 November 2011, 03:35 AM   #16
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Very sad story, may he rest in peace and my thoughts go to his family.
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:02 AM   #17
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:08 AM   #18
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Very, Very sad news... Rip
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:06 AM   #19
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How awful!

Prayers to his family.
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:06 AM   #20
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Awful.. Very very sorry...
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:10 AM   #21
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Sad news indeed. RIP.
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:10 AM   #22
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So sorry, prayers to the family.
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:11 AM   #23
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very sad..my condolences..
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:12 AM   #24
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WOW...so sorry to hear...condolences to his family..

funny how a watch/watch forum ties us all together...
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:14 AM   #25
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Very sad to say the least. My heart goes out to his family.
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:15 AM   #26
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I hate to hear this about anyone. I'm praying for his family as well in this hard time.
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:18 AM   #27
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So young, so tragic... r.i.p. Doug, condolences to family.
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:19 AM   #28
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:33 AM   #29
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what untimely and devastating news indeed. Yet another reason to enjoy life to the fullest every day and love and respect those around you and NEVER take life for granted.

RIP DOUG, beloved forum brother, and prayers and best wishes to his family and friends. Plain awful.

BEST REGARDS
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Old 18 November 2011, 04:20 AM   #30
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Oh man I am so sorry-
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