Kent T Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I am saddened by your father's passing. But elated you were there for his good care and to heed his wishes in the end. And since you are his son, you are by extension one of us. I lost my own grandmother and mate, the Halloween before last. I inherited her house, I still live here. And it is OK to be saddened and even overwhelmed. I understand. Please keep us posted about how you are adjusting. We are here to be friends and to assist you. Never forget that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I would like to offer my condolences. I've been on this forum for many years and he was one of my favorite members. Always gracious and a music lover like many of us are, impressed me greatly. I'm certain we will all miss him and will be thinking of him and family. Wishing the family peace and strength through a very tough time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-D Rider Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Rest in peace Boxx , you were truly the most interesting man . Alex god bless you and your family . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxx Posted January 6, 2015 Author Share Posted January 6, 2015 Alex, that's my son in my avatar. He just turned 11 years old and loves baseball. When your father and I talked baseball it was quite obvious that he was very proud of you. He talked about your HS baseball, college, and your coaching. He described the many sacrifices the family made to travel every weekend to baseball tournaments and how he felt it was all worth it. He told me to cherish the time I have with my son (Auston) and I know he was right. Thank you, thank you so much for sharing your great father with us here. He was truly a prince of a man! I was talking to my dad last night about my baseball schedule for school. He was excited and proud that a local high school didn't invite my baseball team back this year because they took us "lightly," and we beat them in their own tournament. I will always be thankful for the sacrifices he made for me to play at a higher level. He recently told me how badly his arm would hurt throwing the millions of pitches to me in the batting cages. I wouldn't doubt he threw me millions of pitches over the years. He never wanted to let the pain show, or tell me, in fear I wouldn't ask for him to throw to me because he wanted me to be the best. Those days will always be worth it to me, because it was time I spent with him learning the successes and failures of baseball...life. He would tell me, "baseball is a very unforgiving sport." Just like life, because you are, "only as good as your last at bat." As a young teen, he would print out or hand write little motivational baseball quotes in my room. I still have a few I kept over the years. It will hurt me deeply not having him in the stands while I coach, as he made every game he could watch. I know he is just looking down from heaven, it just hurts he will not be there after games to give me his "critique" of what happened. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigStewMan Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Alex … would you be willing to post a photo of your Dad? Also, in all my conversations with him, I never asked him what “Boxx” meant--some sort of nickname? Are you able to share that? Loved your comment about him playing the music too loud and always wanting “one more.” Two problems that I suffer from. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxx Posted January 6, 2015 Author Share Posted January 6, 2015 I think in the interest of the forum, his avatar sums up what he would look like in person. Actually, it is not far off from him. He loved his "retirement beard." The story of his "nick name...." Let's just say it's Boxx, with two X's. I will leave the story at that for now. I do know he made it a point for his grandson to call him "Boxx" and not any other names! My nephew will miss "his Boxx." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallette Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 “I suppose it's like the ticking crocodile, isn't it? Time is chasing after all of us.” J.M Barrie, Peter Pan I noted this relatively recent signature from Kevin every time I read one of his posts...but it really finally hit me tonight. I will leave it elevated rather than my huge "TRVTH" that I usually respond with when someone's statement strikes me as beyond debate. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joessportster Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Very sorry to hear this, Boxx was a great addition to this community and will be sorely missed. Our condolences / prayers go out to you and your family God Bless R.I.P. Boxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moray james Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 What more could a man want than to have his loved one with him when he goes. So glad that you and your mom could be with you father to see him off on his next great journey. It is a new inning and he will always be with you. Play ball. Best regards Moray James. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 So sorry to read this news today. Boxx was one of the good guys, he spent a lot of time here and the depth and breadth of his love of music is legendary. So sorry for your loss and tragic experience. Perhaps in time you will take some true comfort in being there with him. I have to recall recently stumbling across the setlist I created for my own mother's funeral some 16 years ago on a Christmas eve. You have a wealth of musical influences that I'm certain you grew up with, knowing Boxx's listening habits. Creating a setlist for this day will truly be a labor of love and a tribute to the man. If it's not too much perhaps you could share with us at some point? He will be missed here. Be at peace. Michael 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finallygotmyheresies Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 My deepest condolences. I exchanged a few emails with your father last year. I wish we had exchanged more. I'm very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whatever55 Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackerboxpalace Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 This is shocking news; I am so sorry for your loss. Through his posts, Boxx helped make this forum an informative, entertaining, and friendly “place” to hang out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivervalleymgb Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 So sorry to hear. He will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhetor Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Alex, your father was truly the most interesting man on the Klipsch forum. Kevin educated us, infected us with his passion for music and family, and made us laugh with his posts so very often, brightening our days and threads, Your Dad gave to us all--he brought us all in as extended family through his keen wit and music passion. As one of our patriarchs of passion and joy, he will be sorely missed, but will continue to challenge and encourage us all through his archived posts. Though our loss in the Klipsch family can barely compare to the loss you and your family feel, your extended family here in the forum feel we have lost a true gift in your father. My prayers for you and your family in the now and through the days ahead. May God rise up the stories of joy Kevin has hidden your heart and the hearts of your immediate family members, and give you all the opportunity to share them in these early days. Prayers, Billy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiet_Hollow Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Unreal. Just read this. Speechless really. He will be missed very much. So sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 This is very sad news. My deepest sympathy for your family and friends. -Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klipschsonian Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I am so sorry to hear this, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ave Bona Cornwall Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Like everyone else, I am shocked and saddened by the news, but thank you for letting us all know. I always enjoyed your dad's posts and his contributions to the forum. Thoughts and prayers go our to your entire family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly McAloney Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 So sorry for your lose,! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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