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Missing Tim

Sue (Aug 27, 2008)

The Democratic Convention isn't the same without Tim. He had a brilliant way of laying out all the intracacies of the behind the scenes dramas. He spoke to the "everyman" who was at home trying to plow through the issues and he made everything make sense. I used to skip church alot of Sundays to watch Meet the Press because he made it so good. My brother used to work with Tim in DC and a few years ago they met for lunch and he told Tim that story- Tim told my brother, tell your sis to tape the show and go to church. My Christmas present that year was an autographed copy of Big Russ and Me. ,because my brother knew I respected him so much. There was a big hole in my heart when he died and I know that is the same for so many others like me that had never met him but felt as though we had. My prayers for his family who he so obviously cherished

My Memory of Tim Russert

Lisa (Aug 17, 2008)

I was watching the news when Tim's passing was announced. It didn't seem real. We welcome these folks into our homes on regularly scheduled visits and we become intimately acquainted with them. This is precisely why I felt so incredibly sad, to the point of tears, when I learned of his passing. His smile and grace are what impressed me the most about Tim. He could take anyone to task, and he did it well, but it was always done with respect and dignity. In the days that followed his passing, I don't remember many times when I've seen such an outpouring of emotion for someone. A man who was so dearly loved by so many. And I believe Tim Russert was fortunate enough to know just how much he was loved while he was with us. I found him to be courageous and gentle and human. Our Sundays will never be the same.

God bless him

Class Act

Bill (Aug 14, 2008)

He spoke at my daughter's graduation in 2005.

He also spoke in 2007 at an event that honored women who had been abused or had died in domestic violence situations.

LIke my daughter.

He was a class act.

My daughter and Tim are in Heaven now.

My Memory

anonymous (Aug 12, 2008)

I was out of the country and in a remote area when Tim Russert passed. I just found out about it today, from the cover of Newsweek while waiting in the doctor's office. I started crying - which I have NEVER done at the death of someone I have never met. In these days, I am skeptical and not fond of media in general, especially those involved in politics, but Tim Russert was someone whose opinion I truly trusted. He was so honest, and great at keeping his interview subjects honest. I felt like he was "one of us" confronting the "bad guys" about all of their lies and mis-deeds and forcing them to give the American public the respect it deserves by speaking honestly with us. I am heartbroken at hearing this and will forever wonder his opinion on current events as they unfold

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Anne French (Aug 11, 2008)

When I heard the news that our beloved Tim Russert had died I was stunned. He was at the top of his game and doing what he loved. Because he was only a year older than myself, I took a quick evaluation of my physical health. Not too bad but could be better. In his honour, I have daily taken "Tim" walks- 1/2 hour fast paced walks every day since his passing. When we lose someone before their time it makes us realize our own mortality and hopefully will kick us into action to avoid our own, untimely demise.

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Mark Scholfield (Aug 11, 2008)

Meet the Press and Tim's presentation of politics was awesome to experience, his inner fire for the workings of politics was inspiring and uplifting to those like me that wanted to be involved in politics, as well as helpful for many Americans to understand D.C..
I have to say his book "Big Russ and Me" is an amazing lesson to be passed on and probably should be used in schools as well as homes. My favorite quote from the book,
"Now that I'm a father, I sometimes wonder how my son will learn the importance of good work ethic............One way or another, if I'm not able to teach that lesson, or to direct him to a place where he can learn it, it will be a loss for both of us -- for him as a son, and for me as a father." (p.72 Big Russ and Me)
RIP Tim

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jdstark60 (Aug 7, 2008)

tim russert was a wonderful tv personality but he was more than that he was a good husband father and son. this i picked up fr the book he wrote about his father and watching him on tv . he was one of our favorites tom brokaw the other. he was a very gentle person. and would have been kind and caring to anyone he met he was always on top of his interviews and he never lost his temper. as some do as only his tv audince we will miss him and my prayers are with his family may God be with his family

My Memory

Levonne Price (Aug 5, 2008)

This is August 4th 2008.
This morning, I was cheerfully flipping through YouTube, smiling at all the humor there, until I ran into a picture of Tim, again.

I just had to hunt up these wonderful tributes to this Great American to document for my Children and Grandchildren: "I may not be able to define a Great American or the Best Son, or a more Perfect Father........ But he was here. Come look and See."

I'm just a Grandmommy, But my heart aches whenever I remember that a Fine Man like Tim Russert isn't with us anymore"
I was so blessed in my lifetime to come across, such a man.
Thank You

My Memory

critty hymes md (Aug 5, 2008)

I am a female african american physician news junkie, and Meet the Press was part of my Sunday morning before church services. My sincere condolences to his family, wife and son. I shall miss Tim Russert with his honesty, integrity and genuine love for his family, this nation and its politics. My desire for my life is to be remembered as caring and being fair. I shall remember Tim Russert as one of those people. The portable white board in this historical presidential election will be missed this fall. God's Love, Critty Hymes MD

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Karen Ostrand (Jul 26, 2008)

I will miss Tim Russert a great deal as we wind down in this seemingly endless election. His no nonsense, easy to understand way of interviewing guests and his commentary on the ongoing political scene was and is unmatched. His genuine excitement and enthusiasm of the political world made it interesting and exciting for me, and furthermore, I trusted him. My condolences to his family and many friends. The normal reaction would be that he was taken too soon but for those who believe in God , His son Jesus Christ and all that goes with them, it was exactly the right time. Karen, Federal Way, WA

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Darrell Jones (Jul 24, 2008)

Being ten years old when TV appeared in our American homes, I have seem them all, Edward R. Merrow, Lowell Thomas, John Cameron Swayzee, Charles Collingwood, Douglas Edwards, Chet Huntley and David Brinkley, I could name many more, but to no avail, there never was, nor will there ever be anyone like Tim.....He was the Larry Bird, of news, he was the John macEnroe of Tennis...Tim was simply the greatest journelest there will ever be. His enthusium, his excitment, his true love for the truth and the American way, I actually cried like a baby...how can we have politics, without Tim....his love for his wife, son Luke, father Big Russ, wow!!! He was Mr. America, my GOD Bless

A Great American

Terence Corcoran (Jul 19, 2008)

A Family Man. A Godly Man who believed that God has purpose for each of us in life.
Sincere, patriotic, funny, great values, high degree of integrity, perserverence, true to
his job, fair, always looked sharp and professional. The only journalist who took the profession to the next level. Loved to work out of the box, loved his use of the portable
white board. True to his parents. True to his wife. Raised a great son who will be honored to carry on his name.
Tim Russert a great man that everyone will miss. God's speed Tim

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