Internet Subculture and the JonBenet Ramsey Murder Case

A "Curious" Death
Thursday July 16, 1998
The Story, The Death, The Resurrection
As told in the threads of time of the online Forums

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Subject of this Thread: "Curious died last thursday" Table of Contents Curious died last thursday, AnN, 02:20:01, 7/24/98 Curious, Imbackon, 02:27:20, 7/24/98, (#1) Thank You AnN, Ruthee, 02:29:18, 7/24/98, (#2) AnN, Gemini, 02:29:36, 7/24/98, (#3) curious, tinky, 02:31:56, 7/24/98, (#4) Goodbye, Curious, Melissa, 02:33:05, 7/24/98, (#5) Goodbye Curious.., Greenleaf, 02:34:31, 7/24/98, (#6) add me to the list, Ralph, 02:36:35, 7/24/98, (#7) Curious, BayBB, 02:36:47, 7/24/98, (#8) AnN, Darla, 02:42:02, 7/24/98, (#9) Curious Dimwit, China, 02:42:25, 7/24/98, (#10) Total Shock......, mee too, 02:49:01, 7/24/98, (#11) What can I say?, Thinker, 02:50:27, 7/24/98, (#12) Curious meets JonBenet, tweety, 02:50:35, 7/24/98, (#13) Curious Died Last Night, KT, 02:52:53, 7/24/98, (#14) Curious, Linda, 02:56:46, 7/24/98, (#15) AnN, Dancer, 02:57:30, 7/24/98, (#16) Goodbye...., LabMom, 02:58:03, 7/24/98, (#17) Ann, Sherlock, 03:00:36, 7/24/98, (#18) I am so very sorry, Xanadu, 03:04:01, 7/24/98, (#19) Web site?, Thinker, 03:05:54, 7/24/98, (#20) Curious, shorty, 03:11:29, 7/24/98, (#21) Ann, Hanna, 03:15:46, 7/24/98, (#22) Curious Moron..., shylurk, 03:22:57, 7/24/98, (#23) Sweet dreams, Dimmie, Fra Angelico, 03:22:59, 7/24/98, (#24) Second Time, Starling, 03:26:11, 7/24/98, (#25) Goodby Curious, Shamrockpati, 03:36:52, 7/24/98, (#26) Goodbye, Hugh Briss, 03:44:59, 7/24/98, (#27) I called your name..., Jan, 03:45:45, 7/24/98, (#28) He did have a webpage, Maggie, 03:47:36, 7/24/98, (#29) Curious, Geno, 03:53:41, 7/24/98, (#30) Dimmy, cricket, 03:56:24, 7/24/98, (#31) Rest now, dimmie, maxi, 04:01:45, 7/24/98, (#32) Dimmie, By Golly, 04:04:23, 7/24/98, (#33) Curious..., Seal62, 04:16:06, 7/24/98, (#34) Goodbye, vole, 04:37:00, 7/24/98, (#35) Goodby Curious, Panico, 04:47:01, 7/24/98, (#36) Oh no, not Curious!, Astrologer, 04:48:02, 7/24/98, (#37) I am so sorry,AnN, Bunnyby, 04:52:48, 7/24/98, (#38) Curious....One of a Kind, ergo, 04:56:31, 7/24/98, (#39) Farewell, Dimmy, Denver, 04:58:31, 7/24/98, (#40) Amen, Astrologer, 05:00:47, 7/24/98, (#41) Curious, Byron, 05:17:05, 7/24/98, (#42) AnN, Scanner, 05:33:46, 7/24/98, (#43) terribly sad, Questioner, 05:48:42, 7/24/98, (#44) coming full circle..., Jan, 06:24:04, 7/24/98, (#45) Ann,, listener, 06:24:27, 7/24/98, (#46) Oh No, Seashell, 06:38:03, 7/24/98, (#47) For Curious.....a Powerful Voice, mee too, 06:46:28, 7/24/98, (#48) Farewell my friend., Nora, 06:46:30, 7/24/98, (#49) "Much sorrow and regret..." Dr. WHØ? on 12:04:23 7/24/98 (#50) Curious, MissKaty, 12:24:48, 7/24/98, (#51) *****MISSING***** Goodbye to Curious, gone over the R..., CensusGrrl, 12:40:12, 7/24/98, (#52) ***MISSING*** In Memory of Curious..., Batwoman, 12:41:38, 7/24/98, (#53) *****MISSING***** Curious, MissKaty, 12:44:34, 7/24/98, (#54) *****MISSING***** Rest in peace, minniemoe, 13:06:26, 7/24/98, (#55) *****MISSING***** With loving thoughts, Belle, 13:06:59, 7/24/98, (#56) *****MISSING***** "RIP My Friend!" catnip on 13:10:48 7/24/98 (#57) In Heaven, tyzano, 13:12:04, 7/24/98, (#58) *****MISSING***** "Curious" jameson on 13:29:08 7/24/98 (#59) "In Memory of Curious" gsquared on 13:30:44 7/24/98 (#60) I will remember you, Afton, 13:35:16, 7/24/98, (#61) *****MISSING***** My condolences, MMC, 14:06:40, 7/24/98, (#62) *****MISSING***** The Circle is Broken . . ., Waiting, 14:13:46, 7/24/98, (#63) *****MISSING***** Bye Curious, Mikie, 14:19:01, 7/24/98, (#64) *****MISSING***** "Curious' JBR Page" catnip on 14:23:42 7/24/98 (#65) I don't have the words.., allipat, 14:36:42, 7/24/98, (#66) *****MISSING***** My deepest sympathy, momof4, 14:37:21, 7/24/98, (#67) *****MISSING***** :(, starfishinboulder, 14:44:19, 7/24/98, (#68) *****MISSING***** Goodbye Curious, Murphy, 14:53:59, 7/24/98, (#69) *****MISSING***** Just had to smile..., shylurk, 15:02:27, 7/24/98, (#70) *****MISSING***** Thanks Shy, catnip, 15:04:08, 7/24/98, (#71) *****MISSING***** I'm so sorry, Rockford, 15:06:04, 7/24/98, (#72) *****MISSING***** "Showers" by jameson on 15:32:14 7/24/98 (#73) What a family..., janab, 15:34:15, 7/24/98, (#74) *****MISSING***** Pheonix2, Lurker, 16:17:59, 7/24/98, (#75) *****MISSING***** Dear Curious,, LurkerXIV, 16:33:48, 7/24/98, (#76) *****MISSING***** Terrible news, fly, 16:36:31, 7/24/98, (#77) *****MISSING***** :(, tinkerbell, 17:13:43, 7/24/98, (#78) *****MISSING***** Curious is in a better place, dundee, 17:14:36, 7/24/98, (#79) *****MISSING***** Curious,, TexasRose, 17:21:04, 7/24/98, (#80) *****MISSING***** God Bless You, Curious, Kip, 17:38:12, 7/24/98, (#81) *****MISSING***** Goodbye, Curious, Teague, 18:01:15, 7/24/98, (#82) *****MISSING***** up in heaven, Matt, 21:01:10, 7/24/98, (#83) *****MISSING***** "The Phoenix" AnonyMouse on 21:40:04 7/24/98 (#84) "Repost from BNF" Sharon on 22:06:26 7/24/98 (#85) God bless you AnN,, PegB, 22:19:06, 7/24/98, (#86) *****MISSING***** PegB, Thanks, LurkerXIV, 22:56:10, 7/24/98, (#87) *****MISSING***** To AnN, canadiana, 00:06:02, 7/25/98, (#88) *****MISSING***** Someone should copy this thread, SundanceIM, 01:04:04, 7/25/98, (#89) *****MISSING***** The Phoenix, Nikki, 01:25:55, 7/25/98, (#90) *****MISSING***** "10 Bells for Dimmie" ToppCat on 03:27:49 7/25/98 (#91) I was at work, starfishinboulder, 05:47:58, 7/25/98, (#92) *****MISSING***** "Oh no." Houston on 08:43:21 7/25/98 (#93) sorry, river, 10:27:46, 7/25/98, (#94) *****MISSING***** "In my thoughts" MrsBrady on 17:04:47 7/25/98 (#95) In Memoriam, LurkerXIV, 20:54:20, 7/26/98, (#96) *****MISSING*****

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Posted by AnN on 02:20:01 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Curious died last Thursday. That has been the saddest day of my life. Greg was buried on Tuesday. He had a chance to say goodbye to his children and family. Greg died of complications from an auto accident several months ago. I don't know the details but I believe that a blood vessel in his brain broke and caused severe swelling of his brain. I know he suffered tremendous pain due to his head, back and other injuries, but he always had a smile, a quip, a hug, or a word of encouragement and hope. He tried so hard. He always had that mischievious glint in his eyes, and that knowing smirk on his face. I've never been so sad. I've known Curious for a long, long time. I met him almost 17 years ago. We worked for the same company, in different capacities. Our personal and career paths have crossed and uncrossed many times since then. I know him very well. We were never lovers, but I have always loved him. Greg has always been an inspiration. He was the nicest, funniest, most caring and loving and brilliant person I have ever met. I have never met anyone so kind. I have never met anyone so truthful. I have never met anyone who would risk his career, against all odds, for what is right. He changed everyone who met him. I have babysat Graeme and Meghann from their infancies. My daughter and Meghann have been best friends for many years. I feel like a member of his family. Greg would never abandon his children. I pray that they know that. They need to know that those warm, loving, caring hugs will always be there for them. Greg knew the magic of those hugs, and he passed that knowledge along. He didn't want to leave his children alone. He never wanted them to have to hurt the way they do now. What a loss. Greg's family and friends will miss him until their deaths. He touched everyone he met. He was and is a wonderful man. It's so sad. Such a wonderful person lost to the selfishness of a drunk driver. Where is the justice?

1. "Curious" Posted by Imbackon on 02:27:20 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply My condolences to Greg's family and friends. I'm so sorry Ann that you lost such a good friend. Sounds like Greg was a very good person, who deserved the very best and with a friend like you who took the time to let us know, he obviously had the very best kind of friend.

2. "Thank You AnN" Posted by Ruthee on 02:29:18 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Sorry I can't post now, I can only remember.

3. "AnN" Posted by Gemini on 02:29:36 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Thanks for letting us know. I'm deeply sorry and saddened by this. Curious was a funny, outrageous, late night POST buddie last summer, who became a very worthy opponent in re. the differences of opinion about this case. But, even in his most impassioned attacks, there was that touch of sweetness that made it impossible to dislike him. He'll be missed by many, many people in the virtual world.

4. "curious" Posted by tinky on 02:31:56 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply How awful. My sincere condolences to his family.

5. "Goodbye, Curious" Posted by Melissa on 02:33:05 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply So sad. I'm sorry. Wish words could make him come back. He will be missed.

6. "Goodbye Curious.." Posted by Greenleaf on 02:34:31 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply What a shock! I loved his posts; often times off the wall, but never boring. I was thinking about him yesterday and wondering why he hadn't been POST. May he rest in peace. Thank you, Ann, for letting us know. My sympathy to you and to his family. With love and best wishes, Greenleaf

7. "add me to the list" Posted by Ralph on 02:36:35 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Curious will be missed, as all have said. Condolences to his family and friends. I had no idea he was in such bad shape.

8. "Curious" Posted by BayBB on 02:36:47 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Thank you AnN for letting us know. He will be missed. Many stories will be told of him and his legend will grow. He would like that I think.

9. "AnN" Posted by Darla on 02:42:02 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply What a beautiful tribute to a person with great passion.I will miss the curious one.

10. "Curious Dimwit" Posted by China on 02:42:25 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Was a very wonderful man. A man who was ill; many did not understand that, or didn't want to. He fought the good fight; for himself and others. It's the friends we meet Along life's road who help Us appreciate the journey Time heals, what reason cannot.)

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11. "Total Shock......" Posted by mee too on 02:49:01 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I too will post later.... thank you for telling us Ann.... .....(mee too)

12. "What can I say?" Posted by Thinker on 02:50:27 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Curious was wonderful. His is one of the first screen names that I remember from the old BNF forum, if it is the same Curious, and I assume it is. His posts were sharp and intelligent and entertaining, and he was just great fun to *know* online. I had heard that he had an accident in a car, but I had no idea it was so serious, because he never seemed to lose his wit and charm and delightful way of POST. I suppose I thought that he was recuperating from some bruises and a few broken bones. I had no idea it was so life-threatening and painful. Poor Curious. Is it strange for me to think that perhaps he is seeing his dear departed ones and being embraced by their love and by the tenderness of God, and yes, that he is seeing a sweet face that he never saw here on earth, except on the cover of a magazine, and that she is taking his hand and showing him around the place. I wish I had known Curious better than I did. Bye, Curious. Rest well

13. "Curious meets JonBenet" Posted by tweety on 02:50:35 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply How sad to hear of the untimely death of Curious, whom I never knew personally. It appears he was an avid forum poster, who was seeking justice for JonBenet. To all that knew him, I'm sorry for your loss, and as a parent I am extremely grieved for his childrens loss. Maybe he can be a father to some children in his afterlife, like JonBenet Ramsey. Finally, I believe that Curious will have the answer, as to "who" is responsible for JB's untimely death. If only....?

14. "Curious Died Last Night" Posted by KT on 02:52:53 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I have been a fairly silent participant of this forum since the beginning and have alternately laughed and disagreed with Curious and his various hats. But the thing most evident about the man was his abiding love for his family. I pray that his family always remembers his love for them. My children lost their Dad when he was only 36, but the good that he was has lived on in them and now almost 25 years later, he is still very real to them. Goodby, Curious

15. "Curious" Posted by Linda on 02:56:46 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply You are greatly missed for all the good you portrayed. Your witt and charm will be missed. Maybe now you know the secret about JonBenet and you and she will be together in heaven.

16. "AnN" Posted by Dancer on 02:57:30 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I'm sorry he is gone. I always thought he was one of the sharpest posters on the forums. He had a quick wit and made some very thoughtful and interesting posts. His presence has been missed here - he gave an edge to the forum and lightened the mood on more than one occasion. You are lucky to have known him. Peace, Dancer

17. "Goodbye...." Posted by LabMom on 02:58:03 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I'm so sad to hear that Curious won't be with us any more. I always looked forward to his posts - loved the personality that came through when he wrote. Thank you, AnN for letting us know. My prayers are with you and his family.

18. "Ann" Posted by Sherlock on 03:00:36 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Oh Ann, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss, his family's loss, his children's loss, and for our loss, too. Curious/Dimmie/Dimwit/Phoenix2 was our friend. He had such incredible passion about injustices, and mostly to children who were abused. Ann, I knew he was in pain, and I knew about the accident, but I never thought this would be the result. I've never lost an internet friend before, and I am as upset as if I had known him in real life. Your own loss must be so immense. I just cannot even express my shock and sorrow and feelings of loss right now. To think that Curious is gone forever is almost too much to try to comprehend. The last "hat" he chose for himself on the forum was Phoenix2. I just knew he would rise again and things would once again be better for him. But it wasn't to be that way this time, was it? Ann, I am sorry for you, for us, and most of all for his children. And for all of his other friends who where blessed to know him in real life. Thank you for letting us know. I will never forget Curious.

19. "I am so very sorry" Posted by Xanadu on 03:04:01 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I am so shocked at this news. I thought Curious had a couple of broken arms and a few other things, nothing critical. He was a very unique poster, as that is the only way I knew him.Curious at times made me so angry, then he would turn right around and make me laugh so hard. You could never stay mad at Curious, and he so dearly sought justice for JonBenet. If I am remembering correctly, one night we were talking about our children, and I used a phrase one of my children coined long ago when they were hurt by something someone said. My son would say his "feelers" were hurt. Curious just loved that phrase, which told me how much he appreciated all children and their innocence. You will be missed, Curious, and I know you are pain free and at peace. All good thoughts and prayers for your family and friends, including your "virtual" compadres. Peace.

20. "Web site?" Posted by Thinker on 03:05:54 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Didn't he have a web site or sites? If so, please advise of URLs.

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21. "Curious" Posted by shorty on 03:11:29 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Thank you AnN. What a beautiful tribute you posted for him. I'm so sad to hear that Curious won't be with us any more. My prayers will be with his family and all those that must go on now, without him

22. "Ann" Posted by Hanna on 03:15:46 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I am so terribly sorry to read this thread. I offer you and his family my sincere condolences. I did so injoy reading his posts to this forum and the Boulder forum also. I remember when you posted he was back in the hospital, but I presume he came home, because I seen some ot his posts. He always wrote them in such a caring, meaningful way. I am glad he had such a caring friend, as you have been. I'm sure he was proud to be your friend also. Once again, I am so sorry

23. "Curious Moron..." Posted by shylurk on 03:22:57 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply AnN, I appreciate your bringing us this sad news. My condolences to Curious's family. I know how special his children were to him, and I admired the way Dimmie's words could so accurately portray a father's love for the innocent miracles that were his children. Dimmie, something told me you weren't "out there" anymore, as far as this world goes. May you take your peace among what you loved best. Thanks for encouraging me into the POST fool you now see before you. You understood. XOXOXOXO shy

24. "Sweet dreams, Dimmie" Posted by Fra Angelico on 03:22:59 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply With love, Fra

25. "Second Time" Posted by Starling on 03:26:11 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply This is the second time I've been to this thread. I'm not good at sudden things... Ann~ my heart goes out to you and yours, to his family and the many posters on this board, who knew him. May God comfort you all~ Lisa

26. "Goodby Curious" Posted by Shamrockpati on 03:36:52 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply My being a "newbie" I have enjoyed the posts by Curious, I made sure when I got on the forum to read his posts first. and then Thinker. I didn't know he had other "hats"....I am saddened by his passing. He was so funny and sweet, but he always had a point to make and did it well... We will all miss him and our prayers are with his family. It's so sad when someone dies before their time. And may he meet sweet JonBenet and give her a big hug and tell her we are not forgeting her here on this earth, and want justice for her untimely death. God Bless Curious and JonBenet

27. "Goodbye" Posted by Hugh Briss on 03:44:59 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Rest in Peace Mr. Dimwit.

28. "I called your name..." Posted by Jan on 03:45:45 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Dimmy, I called your name several times in chat lastnight and there was no answer....My heart is aching for your family...What will they do in your absence for laughter....who will be my resident potty mouth... Take care of the lost children...and help bring the right people to see the light...we all need to see justice for JonBenet....Bye Dimmy.

29. "He did have a webpage" Posted by Maggie on 03:47:36 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I was there just last week, but I don't have the URL. I went there via link on someone else's page....maybe topcat? The pictures of JonBenet juxtaposed against some of the music he offered was very much 'him' if I remember correctly. Hope whoever has that link will post it here...I'd like to visit again. Rest in Peace, Curious

30. "Curious" Posted by Geno on 03:53:41 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I just wanted to extend my deepest sympathies to curious's family and friends. Curious touched all of us here on these forums and his passing will be mourned greatly by his family and those with whom he shared his personal life. I want to offer my deepest condolences to his parents and his two children.

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31. "Dimmy" Posted by cricket on 03:56:24 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply AnN - thank you for telling us - I was so moved by your words. Please tell his children how much we all cared for him. He was very much a part of us here. I will miss him so. Dimmy - I'm just going to pretend you got banned one last time

32. "Rest now, dimmie" Posted by maxi on 04:01:45 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply We've been missing him on the late night chat. I'm sure he now knows all the answers he was so Curious about here. I'm sorry he's gone, but glad that he can rest now, free from the pain he'd been experiencing. Ann, I'm sorry for your loss and that of Greg's family. We will hold you all in the Light

33. "Dimmie" Posted by By Golly on 04:04:23 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Ann, I so much appreciate that you shared the news of Dimmie. I know it has been a very difficult time for you and for his family. My heart goes out to you all, along with my prayer for our sweet Dimmie. How very fortunate you are to have known such a wonderful man in "real life". I envy you that, for there is no other like him. Dimmie was loving, passionate and devoted. He was loyal to a fault and truly cared about all things decent and those people humbled and helpless. He was not afraid to express his feelings and ideas, in fact, showed great courage and determination. He was forceful and dynamic. But that old codger had another side too. He was so funny and truly mischievous. He loved to needle and joke and even, at times, would poke fun at others. His humanity was part of his appeal and there was much of that! I loved his openness and honesty. I loved his humor. I loved his spite too, for it was outrageous. He knew no bounds...except as was his physical limitation imposed on him by an ignorant drunk driver. I have such sympathy for his family that I cannot express it. I am so sorry that his chilren will not enjoy his warmth, laughter, hugs and suggestions. He was so full of insights and wisdom and eager to share. I knew him to be gratious and warm and loving and kind. I hate that his children will be deprived of their wonderful and loving father because some stupid person didn't care enough not to drive drunk. Part of Dimmie's rage at his own lousy situation was vented through the Jon Benet murder. He could identify with her utter helplessness. He could not control his destiny anymore than she could control hers. I will miss our wonderful Dimwit, Dimmie, Curious man more than I can express. I am bereft for I too have lost a friend. The world is a sadder place without him, for there are few who are his equal. But I know he was in great pain. I know he suffered mightily. I know his head pain was unrelenting and I know his convulsions were to him the reality of his fears. He knew well what he faced, was prepared for what happened, and he faced it bravely

34. "Curious..." Posted by Seal62 on 04:16:06 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I didn't know you, but I know that where you are now, is a beautiful place, and that you wouldn't choose to come back to this earth...------------------------------'For what is it to die but to stand nakedin the wind and to melt into the sun?And what is it to cease breathing, but to free the breath from its restless tides, that it may rise and expandand seek God unemcumbered?Only when you drink from the river of silenceshall you indeed sing.And when you have reached the mountain top,then you shall begin to climb.And when the earth shall claim your limbs,then shall you truly dance.'___The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran

35. "Goodbye" Posted by vole on 04:37:00 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Read many of your threads here on the forum. Some of them made me think, lots of them made me laugh, but this one made me cry. Goodbye Curious, you are missed

36. "Goodby Curious" Posted by Panico on 04:47:01 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I will mis you. And my condolences to you Ann and to Greg's family

37. "Oh no, not Curious!" Posted by Astrologer on 04:48:02 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Curious was one of my alltime favorite posters: no jive and to the point. AnN, you were very, very lucky to have known him in person. Our JonBenet Ramsey online family ... 18 mos. now ... we've celebrated a birth, then recognition ... and, now death. Sweet dreams, Curious. You will be missed

38. "I am so sorry,AnN" Posted by Bunnyby on 04:52:48 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply my heart and prayers go out to you and Greg's family, I feel so bad about his children. Curious was one of my favorite posters, I knew him as Pheonix2. I am so glad he had a good and caring friend like you. He will be missed.

39. "Curious....One of a Kind" Posted by ergo on 04:56:31 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Truly sad to hear of Curious. He will be missed by all. He really was "One of a Kind". Rest in Peace Friend

40. "Farewell, Dimmy" Posted by Denver on 04:58:31 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Ann, I am so sorry for your loss and for Greg's family's loss. Your post above remembering your friend is beautiful. Perhaps someday you can share with his children how well loved he was by his friends on the net. I think I shall always remember his sense of humor and his passion for children. Dimmy and I shared a couple of things. We both were banned on the same day from J7, and he decided that he should return with the hat, Phoenix. I reminded Dimmy that I already owned that hat on the BNF, but he could be Phoenix2, which he did, and it became his last hat. Bye Greg, rest in peace..

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41. "Amen" Posted by Astrologer on 05:00:47 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Amen, Vole. Yes, this thread has made me cry many times. I have jubilant news offline, but this news puts my life into perspective. Cherish those you love. Who knows what tomorrow will bring

42. "Curious" Posted by Byron on 05:17:05 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply This is intense. Curious was my all-time favorite poster. I am shocked by this horrible news. I don't think I've ever had tears come to my eyes while on line, but they're there now. I had a bad feeling when he wasn't POST when things were hopping. The decency of Seal62, who probably disagreed with practically everything Curious ever uttered, shows how we are like a big cyber-family. Thank you Ann, for sharing your feelings. My thoughts are also with his family. We're gonna miss you, you old troublemaker. Raise some hell up there, ok, and say hello to my mom

43. "AnN" Posted by Scanner on 05:33:46 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I never knew Curious, but looked forward to his vibrant posts whenever I dropped in. He could almost always make me laugh out loud. I am sorry that you have lost such a close and wonderful friend.My condolences to you, to his family, to the children who were so dear to him, and to all the posters who were his forum family

44. "terribly sad" Posted by Questioner on 05:48:42 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Curious was so kind to so many, so impassioned, so concerned that justice be done. Witty, intelligent, humorous. I really find it so hard to believe that I can't ever talk to him again in chat or read his posts.

45. "coming full circle..." Posted by Jan on 06:24:04 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply After Dimmy's demise, must come justice for JonBenet.....We WILL see it together....I never told Dimmy, but I'll tell all of you,here, now....You help me make sense of a senseless tragedy...I love all of you for different reasons, you help me cope and laugh and kick and scratch.....JFJB and Peace to Dimmy's family....

46. "Ann," Posted by listener on 06:24:27 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Unlike curious, I'm at a loss for words. Thank you for verifying my private thoughts of just knowing curious was a VERY SPECIAL man. Having a friend like you, he was truly blessed. Your void hurts now, but in time, you will find that he will be with you all the rest of your life, and probably then some. He cared passionately for the justice of children: he has his work cut out for him in heaven. Maybe he & JB will team up, and get the ball rolling in the right direction. Blessings to his family and other loved ones. He was a spark plug , and I miss him lots

47. "Oh No" Posted by Seashell on 06:38:03 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Ann, thank you for bringing us the very sad news. I never knew Curious in person but I loved being on the forums with him and wondered where he was. Curious, you will be missed by many of us for a long long time. Thank you for gracing our forums

48. "For Curious.....a Powerful Voice" Posted by mee too on 06:46:28 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply repost BNF.... "dimwit-07:40pm July 11,1998 MST .....The Sun never shines up a Cyberbutt.. J-7...my favorite forum..I can't post there due to PC problems.If anyone feels any of my comments...in whole,or,in part...are worthy of discussion there, feel free to repost..in your own words or mine. Curious....will NEVER be a fencesitter... my family is too important....And I have NEVER lynched ANYONE!" Curious you will be SO missed...But Never forgotten.... You truly are a Free Bird.. Soar my friend Soar..... I Love Ya Man..... There Will Be Justice For JonBenet..!! Peace and Love....(mee too).

49. "Farewell my friend." Posted by Nora on 06:46:30 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply Dimmie, I loved you for your wit, for your intelligence, but most of all for your passion for the kids. I will miss you and say hi to Mona for me.

50. "Much sorrow and regret..." Posted by Dr. WHØ? on 12:04:23 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply That's all I can think to say. I have been surrounded by people passing all my life so I feel I understand the anguish and pain his wife and children must be feeling. Enjoyed your passion Dimmie...as all the posts say, you were here, felt and will now be missed...into the light, as they say.

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57. "RIP My Friend!" Posted by catnip on 13:10:48 7/24/98 NOTE: THIS FILE WAS LASTED EDITED ON 13:10:48, 7/24/98 My heart is heavy today! This morning I learned that we have lost a very good friend. The last time I conversed with Dimwit we were making plans for working together on the house layout. We "paged" back and forth a bit and he told me that he would do his best but to be honest, he hadn't been doing to well (physically) and that he had his good days and his bad and couldn't make any guarantees. I said it didn't matter, I'd wait... Dimwit, Thank you for your kindness, your friendship, the laughs you have given me, making me think, showing you care and for reminding me that the best thing you can do, as a parent, is hug your kids. Many did not understand your passion - for life, for children, for the truth because they couldn't look beyond the end of their own nose to try to know who you were and what you were about. Many of us who did get to know you knew a man who not only looked at the glass as half full - if it took peeing in it to fill it up, you would do that. I feel very lucky that our paths have crossed and selfishly sad that I never got to say good-bye to you. Hold tight to JonBenet's hand as you walk through the clouds together, Dimwit. I love ya man! =^.^=

59. "Curious" Posted by jameson on 13:29:08 7/24/98 Curious - - You are gone but will not be forgotten. We may not have agreed on many things, but I admired your passion, your compassion for children, and your willingness to share it all. They say love is touching souls - you did that, you know. Rest in Peace

60. "In Memory of Curious" Posted by gsquared on 13:30:44 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply To Curious/Phoenix2- My condolences to your family. Have a good flight upwards...I hear it's nice up there.

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65. "Curious' JBR Page" Posted by catnip on 14:23:42 7/24/98 NOTE: THIS FILE WAS LASTED EDITED ON 14:23:42, 7/24/98 Please take a moment today to visit the JonBenet page Curious created in honor of JonBenet. There is a link on ChinaCat's page (sorry, I can't remember it right now).God Bless you and keep you Dimwit! =^.^= (who got her nickname 'Nip from Dimwit)

73. "Showers" Posted by jameson on 15:32:14 7/24/98 Now Catnip - - You know if Curious was gonna peek in anyone's shower, it would be MINE. LOL God, what a thought!!!

84. "The Phoenix" Posted by AnonyMouse on 21:40:04 7/24/98 My thoughts are with Curious/Dimwit's family and friends today and I want to express my condolences for the loss they have suffered. The pain that Curious lived with for these past months and years is now gone and I will remember him for the cyber friend he was to many of this community.

85. "Repost from BNF" Posted by Sharon on 22:06:26 7/24/98 Include Original Message on Reply I wanted to let you, the Chit and Chai faithful, know that there has finally been a new development in the JonBenet saga. Although the story hasn't hit the meanstream yet, sources of the Highest level assure me that every word is true. It seems that a new soul has entered the Kingdom of Heaven, as of last Thursday. Most entrants come in meekly, their eyes wide with wonder and awe as they pass through the Pealy Gates, but this one was different! He came in like a mighty avenger, all energy and all mouth! Seems he had to have some "protocol-mentors" assigned right away, trying to help him tone down that infamous "potty mouth". ( It's anticipated that he will need quite a while to be acclimated to the new surroundings, but fortunately, he has plenty of time to work with.) One of the things he blustered about most, involved wanting to meet with someone who'd come before him. Truth is, the Angel Welcoming Committee was so shocked by his words that most failed to understand what he was truly saying. And then, the moment came. A little bitty girl ran past, skipping from one cloud to the next with her brown hair flying behind her and a big, happy grin on her face. A look of recognition flitted across the new ones face and he was gone - off to seek the graceful cloud dancer. When she noticed that someone was following her, the little one paused a moment with a somewhat wary look. (Most of heaven's denizens no longer even know what wary is, but this tiny angel had seen more pain and terror in her short stay on earth than most do in a long, full lifetime.) However, one sure look into the newcomers eyes and the cloud-skipper knew she need not fear this new one with the halo just beginning to shine atop his head. His arms opened wide and, with complete trust and abandon, she ran into them. And oh, how the skies resonated with joy when the older man and the little girl embraced. Her cherubic face was soon covered with one of the man's specialties - butterfly kisses so tender and sweet that the young one was instantly filled with a sense of total peace and love. Heaven's newest citizen was surprised to find out that this little girl that he had so loved from afar, had never been able to look down on her earthly home since her sudden arrival through the same Pearly Gates he had so recently passed over. But she soon explained that the older angels and her Heavenly Father had deemed that even to glance down once would be too painful and jarring for her tender little soul. Her days and years and eons were to be filled only with the incredible images of Heaven in all its glory.. Her eyes would only behold the beauty of streets of gold and the fullnes of love from multitudes of angels and from the most Holy of Holies Himself. The old one agreed that this was what the fragile little angel deserved - an eternity of beauty, love and peace. But, as he continued to hold her close, he took the time to tell her of a wondrous secret. At first, she could scarcely believe his words and looked up at him with childish surprise and wonder. But, using the best of his exquisite eloquence he was soon able to lead the little one into knowing that a whole group of people down on earth love her and pray for her and care about what happened to her. He told her stories of the poetic ones who write beautiful words in her memory, of the ones who never forget to light their candles for her; in fact, all the many people who take time everyday to remember her. Her little heart almost burst from the happiness she felt. The older man knows that he has much to share with this tiny beauty. So many stories he wants to tell, so many songs to sing and such a glorious long time to do it in. And He will raise you up on eagle's wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, Make you to shine like the sun, And hold you in the palm of His hand. Rest in Peace, Dimmie. Love from Your friend, Pearl

91. "10 Bells for Dimmie" Posted by ToppCat on 03:27:49 7/25/98 Dimmie, when someone passes away in the boxing community, we have a tradition of "10 bells". You can hear a pin drop, as 30,000 or more people stand in silence as the ringside bell is struck 10 times. There is no greater honor. So Dim, in recognition of your fight for life, for kids and for JonBenet -- from one fighter to another -- I present the following in your Honor: (silence) 10 BELLS FOR CURIOUS (Dimwit) May you rest in Peace. TC (frank)

93. "Oh no." Posted by Houston on 08:43:21 7/25/98 Include Original Message on Reply I am in total shock. How terribly, terribly sad, this news. Dimmie, your words may be forever gone from our screens, but your voice will remain in our hearts forever. The memory of your undeniable and indefatigable fight for children's rights can never be silenced. To you, Ann, thank you for taking us into consideration during your time of sorrow. And to Dimmie's family and friends, heartfelt condolences. Rest now, Dimmie. Houston

95. "In my thoughts" Posted by MrsBrady on 17:04:47 7/25/98 Include Original Message on Reply ...on Monday I talked to Peter Boyles (just after his controversial show on Mind Hunter). He asked what I thought about his new web site and although I hadn't seen the finished product, just the test version earlier this month, my only comment to Peter was that he should give credit where credit is due and mentioned Curious' 3-D house plans. So Curious, my Dimmie, you have always been on my mind - I knew you were in pain - but we challenged you anyway. I know that you are reading this. I am sure Heaven has a T1 connection. Know that I miss you and will never forget your humor and class. And tell JonBenet that we won't stop fighting for justice. Never.

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In memory of our friend and fellow poster Curious aka Dimwit There is no greater grief than to remember days of joy when misery is at hand. Curious last emailed me in June '98 Catnip and I were planning a face-to-face meeting with him that month. Due to his health, we missed that opportunity I thought his own words would be the most honorable to him we share them with you "China - I'm telling you, sometimes I just want to shout SHUT UP or I am going to beat the bones out of every one of you with my living bat of steel which knows no fear...." "...the clouds are low along the ridges, and sweet's the air with curly smoke, from all my burning bridges..." We'll miss you Dimmy! 5:00 AM, MDT, Friday 24 July 98 (day #576)

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