My dad is missing in the mountains.

[peleschramm]

My dad is an experienced Mountaineer and he goes on hikes often. They are actually scrambles (for those who don't know what that is that is where there is no trail and you are supposed to make your own trail and pick your own route.

In any case. He left for a scramble yesterday, alone, and was supposed to be here 14 hours ago and hasn't showed up yet. We called the Police at 9 last night, and they started searching around 1 AM. They still haven't found him. (it's 7:27 AM here)

My mom is on her way right now to give the police a scent so that they can send the canine unit in.

To top it all off... My first day of school starts in an hour...

[isaac steiner]

My dad is an experienced Mountaineer and he goes on hikes often. They are actually scrambles (for those who don't know what that is that is where there is no trail and you are supposed to make your own trail and pick your own route.

In any case. He left for a scramble yesterday, alone, and was supposed to be here 14 hours ago and hasn't showed up yet. We called the Police at 9 last night, and they started searching around 1 AM. They still haven't found him. (it's 7:27 AM here)

My mom is on her way right now to give the police a scent so that they can send the canine unit in.

To top it all off... My first day of school starts in an hour...


Ahh, that's really scary. Good luck with first day of school, and I hope he gets found...

Sorry about that,

-Isaac

[uni57]

My dad is an experienced Mountaineer and he goes on hikes often.Your first sentence (above) is the one to keep in mind. When they find him and he's fine, he will have a story to tell for years and years. Stay positive. He could have just sprained his ankle, which would have slowed him down enough to have to spend the night. Keep us posted. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

[peleschramm]

The experienced part, the rescue team said, actually worries them more, since there are more severe possibilities for what could have held him up.

On the bright side, he's probaby better prepared.

[john_childs]

We'll be thinking positive thoughts.

I hope they let you use a cell phone at school so you can keep in touch with your mom to get updates.

[Phil_on_uni]

sheesh.... i mean what do you say to this other then I am rooting for your dad Pele... And i really hope he is ok...
and i hope your first day of school doesn't suck

what mountain/hike did he go for?

[sigve]

that sucks im feeling bad for u.. stay positive!!!!!
when my dad was in a coma i didn't know for like a week of he would die or live but he survived and thank god.. hopefully this isn't as dramatic but im rooting for your dad!
my tip to you: keep going to school dont take days of.. after school unicycle or whatever to keep your mind of things

[dudewithasock]

my tip to you: keep going to school dont take days of.. after school unicycle or whatever to keep your mind of things

+infinite

Your dad would want you to keep furthering yourself, not worrying about him. He sounds perfectly capable to me, and furthermore, he sounds like a badass. Good luck to him!

[peleschramm]

They found him about 2 hours ago.

They found him in a gulley. He fell to his death. :(


They aren't sure it's him, but he matched our description. I can't see it being anyone else.

This sucks.

[kevinalexandersmith]

I'm so sorry

[john_childs]

Oh no.

[Bondo]

oh no, this is awful.
So so sorry, man.

there are no words for these times.

:( Just know you have our best wishes and complete support.

[beeper]

Listen Pele. My thoughts are with you and your family. I lost my father to a heart attack, and I can only imagine what you are going through. Stay positive, stay close to your family, stay dedicated in school, and you'll get through it.

I am really sorry Pele. I live like 20000 miels away, so I cant say I can be a near shoulder to lean on, but If you ever need anyone to talk to or anything, i'm always on aim, and you can definately shoot me a PM.

I am really, really sorry.

[simonb]

sorry man, thats terrible. My thoughts will be with you and your family.

R.I.P

[simonb]

i know this doesn't make it any better, but he died doing what he loved.

[Gadge]

So sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my Dad when I was only a couple of years older than you.

I know it doesn't change things but I'm sure everyone on this forum from round the world is feeling for you.
Gary

[Unicaw89]

Wow...Brother I am sorry there is not much anyone can type on these forums to help to ease your pain...I only got to meet your dad once several days ago I hate to think what your family is going through, I hope it doesn't affect your sister starting school so far away...

[surfcolorado]

I'm sorry. If there is anything we can do, let us know. I'm sure this community will do anything we can for you.

[MuniAddict]

I'm so sorry to hear this sad and tragic news. My condolences to you and you entire family.

[thejdw]

this is awful, sorry to hear it

[Into the blue]

Dreadful news.

You have the deepest sympathies of the entire forum.

[AEV D.]

SCHROTT!!! as i say in german..
that´s really, really extremly scary..:(:(:(

i actually don´t know what to say..

i think you´ve got to look forward now, trying to get over it and doing a good graduation and so on..

[tmoyer]

I'm so sorry to hear it.

I lost my dad in the mountains, too. To a heart attack while cross-country skiing with me.

There's nothing anyone can say or do that helps much. But knowing that people are pulling for you helps a little.

My thoughts are with you, along with everyone else here. PM me if you want to talk.

[feel the light]

Wow, that's about as bad as it gets. I'm so sorry. I remember how depressing my moms funeral was, when I was 15. Try to remember that this will always be depressing, but never quite as dark as it feels today.:(

[vanpaun]

They found him about 2 hours ago.

They found him in a gulley. He fell to his death. :(


They aren't sure it's him, but he matched our description. I can't see it being anyone else.

This sucks.
This really sucks. My father also passed awaym so you can pm or im me for help. I hope its someone else with no kids, relatives, family, or friends.

[pedrotejada]

I'm sorry to hear it... I wish the best for you and your family.... Keep your head up man...

[adjuggler]

Sorry to hear about it. Just try to keep on moving forward, and I especially found keeping occupied helps. We definitely all feel for you man.

[Mikefule]

Very very sorry to hear that.

Very sorry.

[MikaelHebert]

stay strong, ur dad died doing something he liked, its sad but its the life, everyone will lose his father... R.I.P. if you want to talk im there! :(

[cathwood]

Sorry.

[BillyTheMountain]

They found him about 2 hours ago.

They found him in a gulley. He fell to his death. :(


They aren't sure it's him, but he matched our description. I can't see it being anyone else.

This sucks.

Wow.

My prayers are with you and your family. I'm so sorry this happened.

Billy

[unicycledood]

Dreadful news.

You have the deepest sympathies of the entire forum.

Exactly.

All I can say is, fuck. We're all here for your support. Your a strong guy and we all know you'll make it through this.

[Jethro]

I am very sorry, Pele.

[Chrashing]

Sorry to read of this outcome. Your father's love continues

[dudewithasock]

Guess I posted my first post too soon.

Chin up, man, this is just the way of things. My thoughts to you and your family.

[surfer1024]

:( I'm sorry Pele:( . I feel bad cause you're such a great guy and I'm sure your dad was:( . This is really sudden, I don't know what I'd do if my dad died, I would feel horrible though. My condolences:(.

[Goats_On_Unicycles]

I already told you earlier but I'm so incredibly sorry to hear that, man. That's just so saddening. You have all my sympathy and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

[UniBrier]

Pele,

Our deepest sympathy and condolances to you and your family.



The first news articles (http://www.kirotv.com/news/17372955/detail.html)are just coming out. Guye Peak (http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/150942/guye-peak.html)looks like a popular destination.

[Matt_V]

Pele, this sounds horrible. My thoughts are with you and your family.

[JJuggle]

Pele, I join the others in saying how sad I am for you and your family.

[unibikeling]

god that sucks...

My prayers are with you man.

Oh, i'd also suggest seeing a psyhiatrist or someone like that, to be able to talk about it, since they can help a bit i know.

[ntappin]

Wow man that is everyone's worst nightmare and something that nobody can prepare for. I wish you and your family best of luck in what is and I'm sure will be quite an ordeal.

[UniKid2]

My Condolences dude.

[agentQ]

So sorry, Pele. My thoughts are with you. You are with a great group of people here, and we all send our best.

[Emile.m]

Can't add more of what others wrote.

Just stay strong, I know how hard it is to lose someone close. It's a shame it happened. It's really sad when someone leave like that, when you don't know before. It's not like if he was sick and he was going to die.(My uncle died in a farm accident, I know what I'm speaking of :/)

It's really a shame, I would never doubt (and you I guess if you said he was going hicking ofently) he would quit our world so quickly when I briefly meet him in Montréal.

I'm sad for you and all your family and friends. All people that were close to your father. I hope everyone is supporting you in Washington state. My mom and my dad are also sorry for what happened.

Sincerly,

-Émile

[Any Terrain]

I'm sorry for you and your family's loss. I know you can get through this, stay strong.

[mr_charm]

Like everyone said, we're all here for you.

Keep yourself busy buddy, go to your school, ride for your father, and whatever you do, don't lock your friends and family out, they are the best things for you at this time.

I wish you luck, ride in peace.

Javier

[wickedbob]

I wish you the best of luck overcoming this. I'm extremely sorry for you and your families loss, man.

Keep strong.

[Ducttape]

Hey Pele,

There isn't much I can say that hasn't already been said... Hang in there man you'll get through it, the invite is still open to come to portland and chill if you want.

[Nicf]

Ya man so sorry

[Jon Atwell]

Hey pele

so terribly sorry to hear this dude. i'm here for u if u need it so dont hesitate to call me or just chat on msn anytime.

[sxbud138]

wow !
Keep moving forward.

[dudewithasock]

Your dad probably wasn't an Aggie, but I kept him in my thoughts during our Silver Taps (http://aggietraditions.tamu.edu/silvertaps.shtml) ceremony tonight.

[ridingwithscissors]

So sorry man. I wish there was something I could do.:(

[hugo]

I am so sorry. This is so sad. I really whish you and your family the strength to go through this difficult time. This must be overwhelming, but do not forget the good times and that your own life has to continue. There will be good times again.

[JohnnyReggae]

Sorry to hear about your Dad. My condolences to you and your family.

[Zzagg]

I've been wondering for half an hour what I could write to help you but all I can say now is: cry if you need to, laugh as soon as you can, keep on enjoying life.
I'm sorry for you and your family, all my thoughts go to you.

[wobbling bear]

Just stay strong, I know how hard it is to lose someone close.
some advice here: cry when needed, seek psy advice when sorrow is overwhelming ( a caring person also can do it). beware: reaction to death is different according to the person, so do not expect other members of your family to have the same behaviour as yours (and the reverse is extremely important..; sometimes other people do not understand you own behaviour, or expect others to behave according to their own feelings).
A member of my family also had a fatal fall in the mountain: we know the mountains are cruel gods :( but we revere them nonetheless: do not hesitate to walk where he walked .. but do not do it alone).
hug

[Wheel Rider]

Sorry to hear about your dad.

[Jonny_H]

Im so sorry man,
keep strong.

[BluntRM]

A terrible thing. May love and solidarity guide you through rough times.

[abbabibble]

I have no words to add. If there's anything we can do just ask.

[habbywall]

I don't even know you but reading through this I just felt so sad for you and I hope that you can make it through this. It's gonna be tough but I know you can make it.
My condolences are with you and your family.
RIP

[Nicf]

why are you guy's saying "RIP" wen he isn't dead?

[Jethro]

why are you guy's saying "RIP" wen he isn't dead?

You need to read the whole thread.

[CoreTechs]

Pele,
I am sorry and sad to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. As I'm sure was said, cry when you need, and seek counsel from a loved one or a professional counsellor when it's too much to bear by yourself.
We, on the forums, are here for you.

[Nicf]

You need to read the whole thread.

omg omg I did but I missed that one so sorry man

[johnfoss]

That sucks.
I met your dad. I will remember him.
Remember you can talk to us if we can be of any help. Either here or by private email or PMs.

It's always a cruel surprise when you lose a loved one without warning; without a chance to say goodbye. But you know what he probably would have said had he had the chance. Unlike the preventable car accident that took the life of one of my family members, this one could probably not have been prevented without staying off the mountain. And that just wouldn't be realistic for a lot of us.

[munirocks]

I'm so sorry for you, that must be very painful.

I don't have much other advice to give to you than what everybody else has been saying. Maybe do something you can dedicate to him, whatever that could be.
Talk to your family and close friends about it, get help when you need to... Go ride the unicycle, stay busy, it will get better after a while.

All the best to you and your family!

[evil-nick]

All of our condolences...

[Catboy]

Truly sorry. At least he passed doing something he loved.

Deepest condolences.

[steveyo]

Pele, my condolences to you and family and friends.

Share and keep your dad's memory alive. Your dad lives on in you and in all who knew him.

[U-Turn]

I'm sorry. :(

That's the style I want to go out with.

[GILD]

Love and light to you and your family.

[YuaNWA]

That really sucks. Take care.

RIP.

[bugman]

Pele,
I am saddened to hear of this tragedy. I don't imagine there is much that can be said that will bring you comfort during this unbelievable time. I just want you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you struggle at coming to terms with this tragedy, and all the changes that follow. Like everyone else has mentioned, we are here for you and care about you. These are the kind of things that we as parents pray our kids will never have to deal with, until they and we are much older.

[Linusk]

This is so sad. I am terribly sorry. Whatever you do do not lock out friends and family, it's important to talk to people when things like this happens.

[Klaas Bil]

Very sorry to hear this sad news. All the best to you and your family.

[uni57]

Every day I read this thread and every day my heart is again filled with sorrow.

Pele, you are too young to lose your dad. My heart really goes out to you.

[unicycledood]

Pele, you are too young to lose your dad. My heart really goes out to you.

yeah thats the thing that makes me think. If I were to lose my dad, my life would be screwed...

[Eddbmxdude]

This is very sad news.

[ivan]

I've been reading this thread from the beginning. I didn't know what to say. Now I realise that the only thing I can say is that I'm really really sorry.

[uni57]

If I were to lose my dad, my life would be screwed...No it wouldn't. Each of us is stronger than we think. Suddenly you would be a different person and your life would be different. But life goes on. You would find a way. And you would lead a happy and successful life. No one can escape pain and sorrow. Eventually, it is part of everyone's life. You would find a way. You would be a happy person, in spite of that painful hole inside of you that never fully closes. Which is as it should be.

[Harley]

Here's hoping that your personal strengths will help guide you through this difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Harley.

[unicycledood]

No it wouldn't. Each of us is stronger than we think. Suddenly you would be a different person and your life would be different. But life goes on. You would find a way. And you would lead a happy and successful life. No one can escape pain and sorrow. Eventually, it is part of everyone's life. You would find a way. You would be a happy person, in spite of that painful hole inside of you that never fully closes. Which is as it should be.

No what I ment was, my pocket money would be cut in half.

lol but no serious. It would mess me up.

[foforackard]

wow pele i just saw this man and i'm so sorry.

[unicycledood]

Just looking through your dads Wiki page. Some pretty outstanding accomplishments. indeed oustanding... indeedly.

[unisteve]

I've been reading this thread since it was started. I kept putting off posting because I didn't think I had anything to say, but I feel like I have to.

Pele, I'm really sorry to hear about your dad. We're all thinking of you.

[uni57]

I've been reading this thread since it was started. I kept putting off posting because ...I'm glad you brought that up. It was the same with me, except that I put off posting because I didn't know what to say. I was afraid of saying something awkward, yet I felt bad not saying anything at all. All that you can really say is that you are sorry. And that is quite meaningful. I hope others struggling to find the right words can find a way to share their feelings and express their condolences. I would have regretted remaining silent.

[lpounds]

I've been reading this thread since it was started. I kept putting off posting because I didn't think I had anything to say, but I feel like I have to.

Pele, I'm really sorry to hear about your dad. We're all thinking of you.

You took the words out of my mouth. So sorry for your loss, Pele.

[fairypenguin22]

Sorry. My thoughts are with you.

[rem48]

I am very sorry to hear about your dad. May God bless you and your family.

[uni man 22]

i am am so sorry to hear about that..our prayer are with you and your family.
the only advice i can give is for you do do somthing in his honour, like go on a hike and do it in his name and after that just go on with you life, and put this all behind you.

again my depest condolences

[amanda.gallacher]

Pele, so sorry to read about your loss. I can't even begin to imagine what you're going through. My thought are with you and your family, take care.

[MuniAddict]

Just looking through your dads Wiki page. Some pretty outstanding accomplishments. indeed oustanding... indeedly.Link? I'd like to read about his dad too. :)

[petad]

Link? I'd like to read about his dad too. :)

here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oded_Schramm) it is. Sounds like he was a really great guy. What a loss. He even discovered some math theory (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schramm-Loewner_evolution) that was named after him.

[Yes]

you and your family will be in my prayers, and i am so sorry for your loss.
be strong, dont let the loss of your dad be a burden on your life, but let it strenghthen your realationship with your family and loved ones. i dont know of much else to say, but to just keep living your life and enjoy every moment of it, sure there will be down times, but pay attention to all of the loving and inspiring times, and let the sad times pass.

[Yes]

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[BillyTheMountain]

Has anyone heard how pele is doing? How's his mom and family?

[peleschramm]

Hi. Thank you for everyone's support and concern.

My mom and I are doing comparatively well I think. We've had a lot of relatives fly over. My sister(who just started college), my mom's sister, and my dad's brother were here all last week(flying in from around the country). This week my Mom's other sister and her daughter are here flying from Israel, staying till Saturday. It's nice having the family around since it offers good distractions. Things would be too different and too quiet if it was just my mom and I immediately. So I am grateful for my relatives coming in.

Overall, this is much easier than I always thought it would be to lose a parent. I have been able to think straight and am quite accepting of it. I realize Oded would have ended up dying anyway sooner or later, and that there was nothing one could do to prevent death. This was also my dad's ideal way to die and he mentioned to my sister once that he didn't want to live much past 60. He was 46.

He was a great guy, and a big loss. But we seem to be fine as far as economics and other things he helped with/did go.

[Ducttape]

Hi. Thank you for everyone's support and concern.

My mom and I are doing comparatively well I think. We've had a lot of relatives fly over. My sister(who just started college), my mom's sister, and my dad's brother were here all last week(flying in from around the country). This week my Mom's other sister and her daughter are here flying from Israel, staying till Saturday. It's nice having the family around since it offers good distractions. Things would be too different and too quiet if it was just my mom and I immediately. So I am grateful for my relatives coming in.

Overall, this is much easier than I always thought it would be to lose a parent. I have been able to think straight and am quite accepting of it. I realize Oded would have ended up dying anyway sooner or later, and that there was nothing one could do to prevent death. This was also my dad's ideal way to die and he mentioned to my sister once that he didn't want to live much past 60. He was 46.

He was a great guy, and a big loss. But we seem to be fine as far as economics and other things he helped with/did go.
Glad to see an update and that you guys are doing alright, I was considering calling you up the other day just to say hi, but didn't really wanna bother you all that much with all the family I figured would be visiting, plus I hate talking on phones... soooo awkward.... lol

[BillyTheMountain]

Hi. Thank you for everyone's support and concern.

My mom and I are doing comparatively well I think. We've had a lot of relatives fly over. My sister(who just started college), my mom's sister, and my dad's brother were here all last week(flying in from around the country). This week my Mom's other sister and her daughter are here flying from Israel, staying till Saturday. It's nice having the family around since it offers good distractions. Things would be too different and too quiet if it was just my mom and I immediately. So I am grateful for my relatives coming in.

Overall, this is much easier than I always thought it would be to lose a parent. I have been able to think straight and am quite accepting of it. I realize Oded would have ended up dying anyway sooner or later, and that there was nothing one could do to prevent death. This was also my dad's ideal way to die and he mentioned to my sister once that he didn't want to live much past 60. He was 46.

He was a great guy, and a big loss. But we seem to be fine as far as economics and other things he helped with/did go.

Thanks for letting us know.

You and your family remain in my prayers!

Billy

[wobbling bear]

. This was also my dad's ideal way to die
that reminds me of an extraordinary story. The father of one brother in law started to play the big organ at church when he retired... organ playing was now his life! a dream come true!
So one day he was tired but he wanted to play: there was a wedding at the cathedral... he played all along ... and when the last note was there ... his head dropped, his arms went on the keyboard and he was dead :(

[GILD]

when the last note was there ... his head dropped, his arms went on the keyboard and he was dead :(
Wobbling bear, may I respectfully suggest that the purple-faced emoticon has no place at the end of that post?



Pele, thanx for the update.
It's good to hear that the family are rallying round and that you are dealing with the situation in what seems to be a very mature fashion.

I wish you strength.

[wobbling bear]

Wobbling bear, may I respectfully suggest that the purple-faced emoticon has no place at the end of that post?

sorry I don't get it... is there a special meaning I don't get? or do you mean something else?

[videotoast]

Pele, your father sounds as though he live as a TRUE RENNAISSANCE MAN. I aspire to living such a life.

Thank you for publically sharing in such a difficult time, and please let me know if there is anything I can personally do for you.....

Sincerely,

Jamey Brock

[peleschramm]

Look. My dad made the front page of New York Times Obituaries:

http://www.nytimes.com/pages/obituaries/


Here's the article for those who only see this after it is no longer on the front page:
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/11/science/11schramm.html?ref=obituaries

[Ducttape]

Look. My dad made the front page of New York Times Obituaries:

http://www.nytimes.com/pages/obituaries/


Here's the article for those who only see this after it is no longer on the front page:
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/11/science/11schramm.html?ref=obituaries
disturbingly that post read as enthusiastic in my head... weird... it was supposed to sound that way was it?

[peleschramm]

disturbingly that post read as enthusiastic in my head... weird... it was supposed to sound that way was it?
Well... I suppose...

I guess I'm just proud of my dad for reaching such a high level of importance...

And for anyone who wants to read the article.

[Ducttape]

Well... I suppose...

I guess I'm just proud of my dad for reaching such a high level of importance...

And for anyone who wants to read the article.
yeah, it is pretty cool that he reached a level of importance to get on the front page obituaries, sad but cool... good article about him though.

[tabler1010]

your dad died doing what he loved

[john_childs]

That's a neat obituary in a geeky sort of way. I didn't know your dad worked at MS Research. That's cool stuff.