Baba Booey's dad Sal passsed away [Archive]

zildjian361

08-09-2006, 02:47 PM

8-8-06 Sal Dell'abatte passed. Stay strong Gary<img src="http://www.ronfez.net/messageboard/tiny_mce/plugins/emotions/images/down.gif" border="0" />

Don Stugots

08-09-2006, 02:49 PM

ba ba bye.

Tenbatsuzen

08-09-2006, 02:52 PM

Although I had a joke ready, I remember the respect paid when Fred Hughes passed, so...

Hottub

08-09-2006, 02:55 PM

Thanks.Try and keep this one civil.

Don Stugots

08-09-2006, 02:56 PM

Hottub wrote: Thanks.Try and keep this one civil.i agree, there should be no stupid jokes like someone posted "ba ba bye".  come on now people.   god speed Sal, god speed.  

This message was edited by STUGOTS1 on 8-9-06 @ 6:57 PM

Mike from Bklyn

08-09-2006, 02:57 PM

Gary was always my favorite.

Gvac

08-09-2006, 03:38 PM

Sad news.  I can remember all the busting Gary took for his dad being an "ice cream man" and how it would infuriate him.  It always seemed like he had a ton of love and respect for his parents and Gary always seemed like a pretty regular guy.  I hope his father's passing is treated with compassion and respect by everyone, including certain pesky fans of Howard's enemies.   On a side note, I've got fond memories of the Stern show and was a big fan up until Jackie left.  Artie never grew on me or seemed particularly funny.  He also had an incredible knack for talking over everyone and never seemed to grasp the concept of "3rd mic."

Sheeplovr

08-09-2006, 03:43 PM

wrong message board

Gvac

08-09-2006, 04:04 PM

<hr width="100%" size="2" /> <a href="http://www.ronfez.net/messageboard/viewtopics.cfm/Forum/89/page/Radio_Buddays.htm">Radio Buddays</a>

 A place to discuss all other radio shows<hr width="100%" size="2" />I beg to differ, Sheepy.

Hottub

08-09-2006, 04:06 PM

You still got it, G!

Don Stugots

08-09-2006, 04:36 PM

Hottub wrote: You still got it, G! did he ever not have it?  or are you refering to his pants?  or his hat?

Boz

08-09-2006, 05:18 PM

As much as I lose tha banterring back and forth between O & A and Stern, one cannot feel anything but sadness for anyone that loses their father. But Stern still is an ass.

zildjian361

08-09-2006, 05:45 PM

Boz wrote: As much as I lose tha banterring back and forth between O & A and Stern, one cannot feel anything but sadness for anyone that loses their father. But Stern still is an ass.           As someone who have lost both my parents nicely said Boz.<img src="http://www.ronfez.net/messageboard/tiny_mce/plugins/emotions/images/innocent.gif" border="0" />

JustJon

08-09-2006, 06:35 PM

I know he'll never read it, but I'd like to offer my condolences to him and his family

tele7

08-09-2006, 09:40 PM

Like the rest of you, I'm also sorry to hear this bad news.  I hope Gary is doing well under the circumstances.  My neighbor has Sirius Radio, and after talikng to him tonight he had no idea this had even happened.  I asked "how could you not know this"?......his reply was "Howard has been on vacation for 2 weeks" (no wise-ass).  I like Howard, but his fans deserve better.

Coach

08-09-2006, 10:28 PM

Best wishes and prayers..losing a parent is tough.

XMRonFez

08-10-2006, 04:29 AM

When Don Geronimo's wife was killed, I felt bad because it was a untimely loss. If I felt bad for every old person that passed away naturally, I would lose my mind. I've never met Boy Gary, let alone his father. When my family is gone, I doubt a producer of a radio show that doesn't know them will give a shit.

JustJon

08-10-2006, 06:49 AM

telecaster7 wrote: Like the rest of you, I'm also sorry to hear this bad news. I hope Gary is doing well under the circumstances. My neighbor has Sirius Radio, and after talikng to him tonight he had no idea this had even happened. I asked "how could you not know this"?......his reply was "Howard has been on vacation for 2 weeks" (no wise-ass). I like Howard, but his fans deserve better.   O&A have kept saying that Howard is taking off all of August.  (O&A Will be taking of the last week, as will R&F)

fezident

08-10-2006, 10:46 AM

Gary is/was friends with my father.  I've met him several times socially and professionally.  He is one of the nicest guys around.  Very considerate. Very appreciative of his success. Very grounded.I would guess that a lot of those attributes were instilled in him by his dad.   Sorry to hear the bad news.

TjM

08-15-2006, 07:51 AM

I know HS is a complete ass but damn not going to GBs dads funeral I mean wow 

MadMatt

08-15-2006, 08:10 AM

TjM wrote: I know HS is a complete ass but damn not going to GBs dads funeral I mean wow  Where did you hear this info?  If it's true, Hoo-hoo has hit a new low in my eyes.

Dan G

08-15-2006, 08:17 AM

Beth broke her foot, so Stern stayed with her.

Jennitalia

08-15-2006, 08:17 AM

o&a were talking about it this morning, and it's on wackback.  beth hurt her foot, so howard "couldn't" go to the wake or the funeral.  he paid for the catering, though, cuz he's a swell guy.

TjM

08-15-2006, 08:21 AM

Jennitalia wrote: o&a were talking about it this morning, and it's on wackback.  beth hurt her foot, so howard "couldn't" go to the wake or the funeral.  he paid for the catering, though, cuz he's a swell guy. That's his solution to everything cash. I remember being soured on him when just kept whining about watching his kids while his wife showered "HIRE SOMEBODY" was his battlecry

This message was edited by TjM on 8-15-06 @ 12:26 PM

Doctor Manhattan

08-15-2006, 08:35 AM

I understand Beth not going, but Howard couldn't take a little time out of his month off to go? Does Beth need 24/7 assistance? Is she retarded? WTF?If I were Gary I'd quit. I hear he doesn't get paid very well (at least for a producer of a high profile radio show) I bet he could do better somewhere else. Does anyone listen to Stern?

This message was edited by Doctor Manhattan on 8-15-06 @ 12:37 PM

A.J.

08-15-2006, 08:38 AM

Dango727 wrote: Beth broke her foot, so Stern stayed with her. So it was more important to nurse your C-list model girlfriend than support the guy who was with you for 25 years and helped make your career?  Classy.

fezident

08-15-2006, 09:04 AM

I don't think Beths injury is the real reason.I suspect that Howard isn't going because, if he DOES attend, the event will be about HIM.  He can console (sp?) Gary at another time. But, if Howard goes to the actual funeral...the media would have more of a presence.This is why David Spade didn't go to Chris Farleys funeral.  That week, he was getting mobbed by press who were asking stupid questions. "David, where were you when you found out about Chris?" "David, did you see this coming?" and, the ever present "David, how are YOU feeling right now?"At some point, Spade just said "it ain't about ME".  He blew off the funeral and dealt with things his own way.  Nothing wrong with that. It wouldn't suprise me if Howard got asked the same dumb questions. At the end of the day, this story really IS about him. Much like this thread.

TjM

08-15-2006, 09:18 AM

fezident wrote: I don't think Beths injury is the real reason.I suspect that Howard isn't going because, if he DOES attend, the event will be about HIM.  He can console (sp?) Gary at another time. But, if Howard goes to the actual funeral...the media would have more of a presence.This is why David Spade didn't go to Chris Farleys funeral.  That week, he was getting mobbed by press who were asking stupid questions. "David, where were you when you found out about Chris?" "David, did you see this coming?" and, the ever present "David, how are YOU feeling right now?"At some point, Spade just said "it ain't about ME".  He blew off the funeral and dealt with things his own way.  Nothing wrong with that. It wouldn't suprise me if Howard got asked the same dumb questions. At the end of the day, this story really IS about him. Much like this thread. That makes allot of sense actually if that's the reason I can't fault him

terry1979

08-15-2006, 09:23 AM

fezident wrote: I don't think Beths injury is the real reason.I suspect that Howard isn't going because, if he DOES attend, the event will be about HIM.  He can console (sp?) Gary at another time. But, if Howard goes to the actual funeral...the media would have more of a presence.This is why David Spade didn't go to Chris Farleys funeral.  That week, he was getting mobbed by press who were asking stupid questions. "David, where were you when you found out about Chris?" "David, did you see this coming?" and, the ever present "David, how are YOU feeling right now?"At some point, Spade just said "it ain't about ME".  He blew off the funeral and dealt with things his own way.  Nothing wrong with that. It wouldn't suprise me if Howard got asked the same dumb questions. At the end of the day, this story really IS about him. Much like this thread.totally different.  Spade and Farley were a duo.  There would be no media at Ba-ba's father's wake at all.  And Stern was not best friends with thte guy who died.  Also, when they were asking Spade how did he feel when Farley died, what they really meant was "how do you feel knowing you movie career is completely dead now that this fat mess is no longer around to carry your unfunny ass?" Stern is just a selfish prick.  I wouldn't even miss a day of work if my chick broke her foot, let alone my friend's dad's funeral.

MadMatt

08-15-2006, 09:37 AM

fezident wrote: I don't think Beths injury is the real reason.I suspect that Howard isn't going because, if he DOES attend, the event will be about HIM.  He can console (sp?) Gary at another time. But, if Howard goes to the actual funeral...the media would have more of a presence.This is why David Spade didn't go to Chris Farleys funeral.  That week, he was getting mobbed by press who were asking stupid questions. "David, where were you when you found out about Chris?" "David, did you see this coming?" and, the ever present "David, how are YOU feeling right now?"At some point, Spade just said "it ain't about ME".  He blew off the funeral and dealt with things his own way.  Nothing wrong with that.It wouldn't suprise me if Howard got asked the same dumb questions. At the end of the day, this story really IS about him. Much like this thread.I'm sorry, but I can't agree with this arguement.  There is merit to your position but there are ways around the "attention" issue.  Plus, Chris Farley was a major celebrity and Gary's dad wasn't.  It's kind of an apples and oranges situation.  David Spade has also said more recently that a major reason he didn't go was that he couldn't personally deal with the situation of Farley's death.  He used the paparazzi issue as an excuse - an excuse with some validity, but an excuse.IMO you support a friend no matter what.  The only thing that would clear this for me is if it came out that Gary asked Howard not to attend because of the added attention.  However, we will probably never know that.

Dan G

08-15-2006, 11:52 AM

<hr color="cococo" align="left">Doctor Manhattan wrote: Does anyone listen to Stern?

I do and then I switch over to Ron & Fez 
Another reason Stern didn't go was because Fred wasn't going. At the last minute though, Fred decided to go, but didn't tell Howard.

Tenbatsuzen

08-15-2006, 11:59 AM

...would you really believe anything O&A say about Stern without a grain of salt?

fezident

08-15-2006, 11:59 AM

MadMatt wrot I'm sorry, but I can't agree with this arguement.  There is merit to your position but there are ways around the "attention" issue.  Plus, Chris Farley was a major celebrity and Gary's dad wasn't.  It's kind of an apples and oranges situation.  IMO you support a friend no matter what.  The only thing that would clear this for me is if it came out that Gary asked Howard not to attend because of the added attention.  However, we will probably never know that.But the fact remains that -right now- we are paying attention to the fact that Howard didn't go.  Did the guy from Promotions & Sales go?  We don't know.  Did the girl from the Advertising Department go?  We don't care.But HOWARD didn't go, and it's "news".  Or at the very least, it's noticeable.

MadMatt

08-15-2006, 12:19 PM

fezident wrote: MadMatt wrot I'm sorry, but I can't agree with this arguement.  There is merit to your position but there are ways around the "attention" issue.  Plus, Chris Farley was a major celebrity and Gary's dad wasn't.  It's kind of an apples and oranges situation.  IMO you support a friend no matter what.  The only thing that would clear this for me is if it came out that Gary asked Howard not to attend because of the added attention.  However, we will probably never know that.But the fact remains that -right now- we are paying attention to the fact that Howard didn't go.  Did the guy from Promotions & Sales go?  We don't know.  Did the girl from the Advertising Department go?  We don't care.But HOWARD didn't go, and it's "news".  Or at the very least, it's noticeable.I don't understand your comment.  I was saying that a person should support their friend and colleague no matter what, public and press be damned.  There are ways to subvert the paparazzi and press scrutiny if necessary, but there is also not likely to be as much attention brought to bear because Gary's dad is not a celebrity in his own right.The only caveat to "always support your friend" would be if said friend specifically asked you not to come in order to avoid some perceived trouble or discord.  If Gary asked Howard not to attend because his presence and the possible "hullabaloo" it might entail would be distracting to the family, then its a completely different issue.  That's what I meant by "we will probably never know;" if Howard is a class act he wouldn't reveal that Gary asked him not to attend and would make up an excuse.  I'm trying to give him the benefit of the doubt, although I don't think that is the case.EDIT:  Also, I agree that it is news because Howard didn't go to the funeral.  I don't believe it would be as newsworthy if Howard did attend because everybody expected him to.  His absence is the news that is creating the furor - if he had attended it wouldn't be that big a deal.

This message was edited by MadMatt on 8-15-06 @ 4:40 PM

Doogie

08-15-2006, 01:00 PM

Well said Madd Matt, it is many of the sentiments that I was going to express. Especially the part about always supporting your friends no matter what. If the press makes a lil furor about you being there, so fucking what?? You still go in support of a long time co-worker. No matter what the fuck your status may be.

NortonRules

08-15-2006, 01:28 PM

I don't care.  I just don't care. 

fezident

08-15-2006, 01:40 PM

Hey Matt.I really do agree with most of what you're saying.  A friend SHOULD be there. Hell....a friendly acquaintance shold be there.  No doubt about it.I'm just saying, I give Howard enough credit -as a human being- to know that he is SUPPOSED to be at the funeral.  I also would like to think that he knows that Beths twisted ankle isn't really an excuse to not go. It's just too lame.  In other words; I truly believe that SOMETHING else was going on behind the scenes.  There has to be some explanation as to why Howard wouldn't go to this important event in his friend/coworkers life.I honestly don't believe that Howard "just didn't feel like going".  That's unbelievable to me.  I also don't believe that his manager, agent, girlfriend, parents, and co-workers would "allow" him to just not go.  There would be some peer pressure there.So, I assumed that it was a situation similar to the Spade/Farley thing.  Ya know....to let the focus be on what it's supposed to be on.  The ONLY reason I even know about Spades reasons for blowing off that Farley funeral is because he used to talk about it on Howards show, and Howard agreed with Spade VERY MUCH.I'm sure Howie will go into full-on Spin cycle when he goes back to air.  I seriously haven't listened to him in ages but, I expect that he will address this "controversy". That's kinda what he's known for.

Gvac

08-15-2006, 01:48 PM

Does anyone (besides Howard Stern, of course) really believe that if Howard dares to show his face anywhere it will turn into a full force media blitz?  I seriously doubt that a C list celebrity like Stern would turn an event as solemn as a funeral into a circus.  Stern is turning into a fascinating case study of someone with delusions of grandeur.   I only hope he finds some solace and joy in his perceived greatness.

MadMatt

08-15-2006, 02:01 PM

fezident wrote: Hey Matt.I really do agree with most of what you're saying.  A friend SHOULD be there. Hell....a friendly acquaintance shold be there.  No doubt about it.I'm just saying, I give Howard enough credit -as a human being- to know that he is SUPPOSED to be at the funeral.  I also would like to think that he knows that Beths twisted ankle isn't really an excuse to not go. It's just too lame.  In other words; I truly believe that SOMETHING else was going on behind the scenes.  There has to be some explanation as to why Howard wouldn't go to this important event in his friend/coworkers life.I honestly don't believe that Howard "just didn't feel like going".  That's unbelievable to me.  I also don't believe that his manager, agent, girlfriend, parents, and co-workers would "allow" him to just not go.  There would be some peer pressure there.So, I assumed that it was a situation similar to the Spade/Farley thing.  Ya know....to let the focus be on what it's supposed to be on.  The ONLY reason I even know about Spades reasons for blowing off that Farley funeral is because he used to talk about it on Howards show, and Howard agreed with Spade VERY MUCH.I'm sure Howie will go into full-on Spin cycle when he goes back to air.  I seriously haven't listened to him in ages but, I expect that he will address this "controversy". That's kinda what he's known for.Cool - now I understand your point.  It is also very valid and makes sense.  To be fair, I haven't listened to his show in more than 10 years so you have more insight into the Spade issue than I do.However, I also think that if Howard believes his presence would have been too distracting it is the height of hubris.  By not attending he is bringing about more negative attention than by attending.  Gary is going to have to fend off questions like "are you disappointed that Howard didn't come" or "how will this affect your working relationship" for the next several weeks (at least until shortly after the show is live again).  Instead of moving on the loss will be smacking him in the face for a prolonged period. EDIT: Wow, GVAC did a better job of explaining it than I did.  Thanks!

This message was edited by MadMatt on 8-15-06 @ 6:03 PM

Dan G

08-15-2006, 02:22 PM

<hr color="cococo" align="left">fezident wrote: I'm sure Howie will go into full-on Spin cycle when he goes back to air. I seriously haven't listened to him in ages but, I expect that he will address this "controversy". That's kinda what he's known for.<hr color="cococo" align="left">

He already has mentioned it on Monday's show. Don't believe everything O&A say about Stern, like him taking the whole month of August off. The show's live this week and then on vacation next week.

Don Stugots

08-15-2006, 02:37 PM

fezident wrote: I don't think Beths injury is the real reason.I suspect that Howard isn't going because, if he DOES attend, the event will be about HIM.  He can console (sp?) Gary at another time. But, if Howard goes to the actual funeral...the media would have more of a presence.This is why David Spade didn't go to Chris Farleys funeral.  That week, he was getting mobbed by press who were asking stupid questions. "David, where were you when you found out about Chris?" "David, did you see this coming?" and, the ever present "David, how are YOU feeling right now?"At some point, Spade just said "it ain't about ME".  He blew off the funeral and dealt with things his own way.  Nothing wrong with that. It wouldn't suprise me if Howard got asked the same dumb questions. At the end of the day, this story really IS about him. Much like this thread.this is a piss pour excuse.  i have been to a few wakes with a few famous people and have not seen it turn into being all about them.  the man has no face, no sense of loyalty.  jack ass.  him not going is almost as bad as someone making a joke about the guy dropping dead.  almost.

Doctor Manhattan

08-15-2006, 05:07 PM

Gvac wrote: Does anyone (besides Howard Stern, of course) really believe that if Howard dares to show his face anywhere it will turn into a full force media blitz?  I seriously doubt that a C list celebrity like Stern would turn an event as solemn as a funeral into a circus.  Stern is turning into a fascinating case study of someone with delusions of grandeur.   I only hope he finds some solace and joy in his perceived greatness.   He was B- list in 1997. Maybe C+

fezident

08-15-2006, 05:55 PM

I swear, I'm not a Howard Stern nutswinger.  SWEAR. Heck...I don't even listen to his show!But, I do have one question.  Is there any chance that if he DID attend the funeral that perhaps some his fans (or O&A fans for that matter) would show up?  Some people out there really are idiots. I know it sounds like I'm making a case to defend him but, that's not my intent. I'm really just playing devils advocate.

zildjian361

08-15-2006, 05:57 PM

fezident i started this thread about Sal not Howard .

Don Stugots

08-15-2006, 05:58 PM

zildjian361 wrote: fezident i started this thread about Sal not Howard . who?

SinA

08-15-2006, 06:49 PM

howard showing up wouldn't have caused a media circus unless he announced he was going first (which he probably would have done)if shirley phelps roper and the westboro baptist church was at the funeral however....

zildjian361

08-15-2006, 06:57 PM

STUGOTS1 wrote: zildjian361 wrote: fezident i started this thread about Sal not Howard . who?           dont push your luck

MadMatt

08-15-2006, 07:07 PM

zildjian361 wrote: STUGOTS1 wrote: zildjian361 wrote: fezident i started this thread about Sal not Howard . who?           dont push your luckOooooooooohhhhhhhh!!!  SLAP FIGHT!!!!!!!   SLAP FIGHT!!!!!!<img height="188" src="http://animebelle.com/albums/album47/PICT0033.thumb.jpg" width="250" border="0" />

Alice S. Fuzzybutt

08-15-2006, 10:21 PM

Can we bring the discussion back to Gary's dad? If not, just be civil. I think the majority of us can claim to being a Stern fan at one point.

Don Stugots

08-16-2006, 02:03 AM

zildjian361 wrote: STUGOTS1 wrote: zildjian361 wrote: fezident i started this thread about Sal not Howard . who?           dont push your luckhee hee.  i agree.  we should be civil.  at times we (ok me) forget that people do have feelings.  my comment of who wasnt nice.  a man did die that was related to someone that we all do know.  probably the only person on the high profile staff that is an OK person.

scottinnj

08-17-2006, 04:28 PM

Sorry for your loss Gary.  God Bless and stay strong.  'Nuff Said.