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15 May 2016, 21:03
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I've enjoyed reading SOTB's posts for the better part of a decade now. I'm incredibly sorry to hear that he's gone.
It's amazing to see how many lives he has touched, even just on this site. Most people associate internet forums with anonymous personalities but it's obvious that he transcended that.
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15 May 2016, 21:15
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And nice try.  They weren't leather damnit. I am humbled to be able to call you both friend. I am sure there were bets taken as to whether I'd show up or not. I want to know who lost and how much.
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[SIZE="1"]Hey homo, its me -- Andy/SOTB[/size] Last edited by KidA; 15 May 2016 at 21:22.
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15 May 2016, 21:48
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Nice posts KidA and Sb. Kid, I especially like the last part with the stove glass cracking. Must be Andy heading to Valhalla. Fair winds and following seas and RIP brother. Fuck cancer!
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15 May 2016, 22:00
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It's been a very long time indeed (months!) since last I checked in here, and only popped in just today... to find... this.  First off, before I go any further, I acknowledge that SOTB was a personal friend (in-person) to many of you. He and I did not have the opportunity to ever meet in person, and I think it's fair to say that a lot of you were aware that he and I were not exactly on the best of terms. Gentlemen, I must ask that you please accept this state of affairs, and understand that this post is not made with the intent of either casting aspersions upon Mr. Potts' memory, nor with any intent of offending any of you. In all honesty, over the years he and I had rubbed each other the wrong way more than once. Looking back, I know that because he had read me wrong in a number of areas, it's only fair to say that I must surely have been every bit as wrong about him. I could certainly think back on some posts he made which left me thinking "so he's not such a bad guy after all, despite the persona he projects". So.... I probably should have cut him more moral slack than I did. That said, I will state that I consider his forthrightness in standing up for his point of view and his beliefs to have been commendable. Whether we agreed with one another or not, I never once knew him to waffle or equivocate about anything. This demonstated consistent moral courage -- a hallmark of United States Marine Corps ethics -- and is deserving of respect. For example, he made no bones whatsoever about the fact that he was a professed and much-confirmed atheist, and often came across as if he openly ridiculed those of us with definite religious beliefs. However much I (and doubtlessly others) may have taken exception to any such remarks, the fact remains that it took a certain amount of spine for him to say that and to have been consistent about maintaining his position. Mr. Potts: I say "good on you!" for having consistently displayed that degree of moral courage. If we had enjoyed the opportunity to have met in person (his popping in to a SOCNETDrink in PDX, Seattle or Spokane wouldn't have been much of a stretch, I reckon), I'd have at least greeted him as a proper gentleman, shaken his hand, and offered to buy him the libation of his choice. I'd like to think that he'd have accorded me the same consideration. Hell, we might even have ended up becoming friends! An area where he and I clearly did have a lot of common ground was our clear mutual epicurean streak. I could definitely see a mutual appreciation for good food and drink. With that in mind, I'm going to sit an extra New York strip steak on the parilla this afternoon -- with my own homemade chimmichurri -- and have an extra glass of genuine Argentine Malbec with it on your behalf, Don Andy! See you on the other side, Marine!
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15 May 2016, 22:05
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RIP, see you on the other side. Maybe there ... I can show you some skills on the range
 lol. Prayers for the family. Very sad.
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15 May 2016, 22:07
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I hadn't seen these tickets before, but browsing a little bit ago I saw one and the first thing I thought of was this thread. I hope SOTB's maidens in Valhalla pass the pinky test.
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15 May 2016, 22:17
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Reading Andy's posts on SOCNET as a young E-2 inspired me to pursue a career in SOF. After I got out - we exchanged a few PMs and he helped me through some difficulties transitioning to the civilian world. I never met him in person, but he directly contributed to my success today and for that I'll always be grateful.
Rest in peace brother - you touched the lives of more people than you'll ever know. Last edited by MountainBum; 15 May 2016 at 22:41.
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15 May 2016, 22:30
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Damn
RIP SOTB you were a great contributor to what this board is, and I will miss dicussions with you. I never met you but I wish I had. fuck cancer. Fair Winds and Following Seas...
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#102
15 May 2016, 23:18
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Wow.
As freely as Andy was to share his opinions on this board, he was similarly free in stepping up to help others. We had been in contact not too many weeks ago as he offered his expertise on Mexico. I had not a clue what he was going through. RIP Marine.
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15 May 2016, 23:21
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Big loss for our community, I met Andy via Tripod and had the privilege of working with Andy in some of the craziest places!
All of us that had the pleasure of spending time with Andy know that he was a true professional and could argue like no one! I know that his clients loved him and will miss him a great deal! Valla con Dios Andrew!
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16 May 2016, 01:32
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RIP.
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16 May 2016, 02:04
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I saw the thread title . . .
and said no effing way.
RIP SOTB.
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16 May 2016, 02:44
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RIP Andy/SOTB.
I will miss your posts. I wish I could have met you in person. Fair Winds and Following Seas. Semper Fi.
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16 May 2016, 04:25
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Vaya con Dios, Andy. You will be dearly missed. S/F....Ken M
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16 May 2016, 05:37
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Stunned, he was an institution here...
RIP Marine Semper Fi
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16 May 2016, 06:40
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This is terrible news. I never met him but I always read his insightful and thought provoking statements and comments on here. This is a loss for us all. RIP SOTB. We will miss you on here
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This came as a shock to me coming back from a trip last night. I'm very upset. I had the pleasure of doing business with Andy, he hosted me in Mexico on two occasions. The guy rode several busses for hours to get from Gudalajara to Mexico City just to have dinner with me.
He was an incredibly nice, gracious and above all intelligent person. His prickly nature online might lead some people to believe he was that way in person, but he couldn't have been a nicer guy, and he taught me a great deal about the personal security business during our conversations. He had a truly unique perspective on that stuff. Farewell friend. This place won't be the same without you. I know you didn't believe in God, but I hope that you were pleasantly surprised to realize that it didn't end with physical death, and that your conciousness continues on in some way in someplace, however it all actually works.
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