Fred Bandemer Obituary

Dear Bandemer Family,

I posted this in our 'PRIVATE FORUM', and, as much as I try, I cannot put it any better. I found a writing from Weatherford which fits.

I have lost a dear friend. He was more than a friend, he was my Brother. Fred, and I, connected the very first time we met. We spent many a time talking on the phone, and tipping some Crown Royal and brew. He was a great man. I can still see him, in the midst of a Chicago winter, flagging down a cab, laughing at Mother Nature's forces, with snow stuck to him. We have lost a GREAT BROTHER!

Fred came to my home town. We enjoyed a Bears game at one of the local gin mills, Duffy's to be exact. We ate, drank, and had a great time. I am at an impass in my life. Fred was my BIG BROTHER. His little brother, in case you didn't know, was named Jeff. I saw Fred, shortly, after his blood brother passed away. It was at Duffy's. When the night concluded, we hugged one another. I felt his pain at his loss. He was a true friend. He gave 100% all of the time. There is no replacement for Fred. His number should be retired. Hang the MAN'S jersey on the AXIS FIELD for all to see.

I talked with Fred's Mom earlier tonight. I, and my wife, Debby, will visit his resting place tomorrow. I will place a wreath, from all of the AXIS, on our departed Brothers' grave. I cannot express the loss we have suffered. He was such a great man. We, as a TEAM, must remember all of his accomplishments. He was a friend to all, and was AXIS through and through.

His mother suffers the greatest loss. She has seen both of her boys die in such a short time, as well as her spouse. My heart goes out to her, as well as Fred's children. We were all supposed to meet in Milwaukee. It would have been an early b-day for Fred's son, Fred jr. Fred's mother said that Fred's children are coming in today. I promise you, I will call them. They need to know how great a person Fred was.

We have to carry on. Fred's always going to be looking over our shoulders, giving us his support, posting whenever he can, giving us advice. A true WHITE SOX FAN!

R.I.P OUR BELOVED BROTHER!

Dear Bandemer Family,
I didn't know Fred all that well. I only knew him as The Mighty Thor at Bushleague baseball. But what I do know is that he was a great guy who had a loving family. I'm glad I got to know him even just a little bit. My prayers to you.
A friend,
Jerry Bush
johnsmoltz89

Dear Bandemer Family
Fred was not just a friend, he was my best friend, his loss has been very hard, I miss him dearly. My prayers to you all , especially his children who , I know he loved more then life itself. Fred took a piece of my heart with him to heaven.

Hi,
Only knew THOR through these BLB forums and was probably gonna get into a run-in with him sooner or later, only due to the fact that we shared a lot of the same opinions and sense of HAHA - my best wishes and condolences to his family and know that he was very well thought of here...........bubbles (Brett Kell, Windsor, Ontario, Canada)

Please accept my sympathy on the loss of your loved one. One of my favorite baseball buddies.

Fred was blessed. All of us are blessed to have known him and his loss is deeply felt not only by his family but by us here in the BLB community where so many called him friend.

Dear Bandemer Family:

I am very sorry for the loss. Fred was a standup guy. He could joke around with you, make small talk, welcome you, help you out, and of course talk baseball, which is how I met him. He was someone who I had great respect for. Over the past three years I had gotten to know him, and had many conversations with him ranging from baseball, politics, current events, and just laid back conversation, and I just wanted to extend my sympathy to you. I know that none of us over at the baseball site will ever forget him, and I personally will never forget him either.

My deepest sympathy for your loss. May you please find comfort at Daniel 12:2: And there will be many of those asleep in the ground of dust who will wake up, these to indefinitely lasting life ...

Dear Bandemer Family,

My deepest sympathies go out to you. I met Fred (AKA Thor) playing Bush League Baseball a few years ago. He was an amazing personality on the forums and a true part of our online community. He will be greatly missed. I only wish I had the opportunity to meet him in person. My heart goes out to all that had the opportunity to know him.

No words can really reflect the magnitude of your loss, but all the same I wanted to leave my condolences for you, Fred's family and loved ones.

Fred was one of the kindest-hearted people I have had the good fortune to know. He always took the time to help those that needed it and was gracious and generous both in spiritual and more tangible ways.

His warmth and easy humour have touched many and he leaves behind a great many friends to mourn his passing and cherish a life lived well, if too quickly.

Dear Bandemer Family,
For a few years I knew Fred by name only. His user name (online) first, then later by his actual name. Last year I had the privelige of meeting Fred in person when he organized a meeting in Chicago for a White Sox game. He couldn't have been a finer gentleman and a gratious host. He gave me some comics and a poster to bring back to my sons just because I had mentioned that they were young fans of comics and were starting to get into them. To me that was a simple yet kind act that was not expected and will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers will be with your entire family, and I personally will miss him dearly.

My deepest sympathies for your loss. I was shocked to hear of Fred's recent passing. Fred and I met in an online community known as BLB and became very good friends. I remember a few winters nights chatting about his love of comics and our exchange of books and authors to each read. Fred will be missed, but I am glad I was able to know him for the time I did.
Pridesdirtink

Dear Bandemer Family,

I'm so sadden for your loss. Fred(Thor) was truly a genuine soul.

"When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. "

I was saddened to hear of Fred's death. Words are a small comfort at a time like this, but it may help to know that Fred had many friends who all share in your sorrow.

Dear Bandemer family,
I offer my deepest sympathies for your loss. Fred was a good, loving man who cared deeply for his family and friends as I can personally attest having prayed with him for you. I talked to him on the internet daily. He and I had some wonderful times. I will miss him greatly.

Crossing the Bar
Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,

But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.

Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;

For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crossed the bar.
-Alfred Lord Tennyson

Sincerely,

Rev. John Q. Hooks
South Carolina

Dear Bandemer Family,

I don't think there is anything I can say that would comfort you at this time, but I do want to tell you that your son was one of my best friends...and I cherish every moment we got to spend together in a fraternity of online gamers. Fred always carried himself with more class than many people that a person meets in a lifetime...always one to lend an ear...I cried on his shoulder more than once. He was and always will be a great man...the better part of the friendship between him and myself....I will miss him dearly. It seems that God needed another angel...and he took the best...my thoughts and prayers are with you all...if you need anything...don't hesitate to write me.

Dear Bandemer Family:
I want to express my condolences for your loss. Fred was very good friend and belonged to a close group of friends that will miss him dearly. I currently live in Chile but we talked online almost every day. Fred was a great man and will be missed.

I was so sorry to read about the death of your son, Fred. I will like to offer my condolences for your family loss. Please keep in mind God's promise to those who have loss a loved on in death, ".... he will wipe out every tear from your eyes... and death will be of the past."

My deepest sympathy for your family.

Dear Mrs. Bandemer & Family,
My heart and sympathy go out to you. I too, lost a dear friend in Fred. I will always remember with joy my friend. My family and I shall keep you in our prayers.

Mrs Bandemer and Family,
We are so sorry for your dear loss of such a wonderful person. He and my brother were close friends in school and I know he will be missed. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. God Bless you all.

Our heart's go out to all of the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you.
-The Eagan and Peterhans Families

Dear Diane Morgan and her family:

I am at a loss to try to comfort you all at this moment of sorrow, the second in such a short time. I can only pray for God to lighten your load as time passes.

Anne,
May God bless you in this time of sorrow, my heart goes out to you once again. Please know that Fred's family, and all the sisters, Joe, and all their kids are in our thoughts and prayers.