The Sad & Tragic Death of Angel’s Pitcher Nick Adenhart and Two Others … Killed by Hit & Run Drunk Driver

Another Drunk Driver Kills … This time the drunk driver had a suspended license due to what else, DRUNK DRIVING!!!

There is nothing worse than a life taken so young with so much promise and their entire life ahead of them. Actually, there is. When a life is taken by another in an irresponsible manner caused by drunk driving.

22 year old Los Angeles Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart and two others were killed by a suspected drunk driver Thursday. According to police, Nick Adenhart was a passenger in a silver Mitsubishi Eclipse that was broadsided in an intersection about 12:30 a.m. by a mini-van that apparently ran a red light. Also killed in the crash was a 20-year-old woman and a 25-year-old man were killed, while a forth victim remains in critical condition.

Authorities identified the female victim as Courtney Stewart, of Diamond Bar. Police said she was in the driver’s seat. The 25-year-old victim was identified as Henry Nigel Pearson, of Manhattan Beach.

Another passenger, 24-year-old Jon Wilhite of Manhattan Beach, was in critical condition at UC Irvine Medical Center, although he was expected to survive, a hospital spokesman said. Wilhite played baseball from 2004-08 at Cal State Fullerton.

The driver of the mini-van fled the scene; however, was captured a short time later. The driver of the van was identified as 22 year old Andrew Gallo of Riverside, CA who was be booked on suspicion of murder, DUI and hit-and-run. Gallo was driving with a suspended license at the time of the crash due to guess what? You guessed it, a suspended license due to a drunken driving conviction. How many times must a predator commit a crime before they are deemed a danger to society?

Our prayers go out to the friends and family of Nick Adenhart and the other victims of the senseless crime. God bless and rest in peace.

UPDATE I: Murder Charges Filed Against Motorist Andrew Thomas Gallo

According to reports, At the time of the crash, Mr. Gallo’s blood-alcohol content is estimated to be almost three times the legal limit. The three people who died never had a chance with a menace like this on the roads.

A 22-year-old man was charged with three murder counts and drunken driving Friday in the crash that killed Los Angeles Angels rookie pitcher Nick Adenhart and two others.

Andrew Thomas Gallo ran a red light in his minivan early Thursday and broadsided a car carrying Adenhart and three friends, police said.

Actress Natasha Richardson is brain dead After Innocent Fall at Mont Tremblant

File this story under the sad and bizarre category. Actress Natasha Richardson, the wife of actor Liam Neeson and daughter of Vanessa Redgrave, is brain dead after a fall while skiing in Canada at Mont Tremblant. She is being flown back home to New York to be with family and friends so that they can say their goodbyes before she is taken off life support. Normally one would say this is sad but accidents do occur while skiing like in the case of tragic skiing death of Sonny Bono and Michael Kennedy. However, in the case of Natasha Richardson, the accident took place on a beginners bunny slope and she was not wearing a helmet. This needs to be a lesson to all whether beginning to ski, roller blade or skate board, please wear a helmet.

The British-born Richardson, 45, fell during a private lesson at Mont Tremblant resort yesterday and allegedly told resort employees she felt fine. But an hour later, she complained of an extreme headache and was rushed to a nearby hospital. Richardson was on a beginner’s slope and reportedly not wearing a helmet when she fell – although headgear is not required.

“She did not show any visible sign of injury but the ski patrol followed strict procedures and brought her back to the bottom of the slope and insisted she should see a doctor,” said a statement from the resort, which is almost 80 miles northwest of Montreal. “Approximately an hour after the incident Mrs. Richardson was not feeling good.” Conflicting reports Tuesday night had actress Natasha Richardson “brain dead Natasha Richardson: One of the Good Guys

She is considered one of the good guys, a welcome presence as a New York transplant on the Upper West Side. With actor Liam Neeson she was certainly a “power couple,” and with their sons, Michael, 13, and Daniel, 12, the Neesons were a popular addition to any event.

UPDATE I: Natasha Richardson May Have Suffered ‘Talk and Die’ Syndrome

UPDATE II: Natasha Richardson dies at 45 following ski accident

45 year old Natasha Richardson has passed away at the age of 45 after suffering a head injury during a ski accident in Canada. Alan Nierob, the Los Angeles-based publicist for Richardson’s husband Liam Neeson, confirmed her death in a written statement. Our prayers go out to the friends and family of Natasha Richardson.

“Liam Neeson, his sons (Micheal and Daniel), and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha,” the statement said. “They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time.”

Family ‘Shocked, Devastated’ Over Death of Actress Natasha Richardson

Another Former Pro Wrestler Dead … Former WWE Wrestler Andrew ‘Test’ Martin Found Dead in Tampa, FL Home

33 year old, former WWE Pro-wrestler, Andrew “Test” Martin was found dead in his Tampa, FL home late Friday night at approximate 8 pm. Sadly, yet another member of the wrestling community has died at an age far too young. Police came to the home of Andrew Martin responding to a call from a concerned neighbor who had requested a welfare check. Former WWE wrestler Test was found dead just 4 days before his 34th birthday.

The cause of death wasn’t immediately known, but police said foul play isn’t suspected. An autopsy will be performed.

In July 2004 Martin had spinal fusion surgery. He was released from his WWE contract several months ago, MyFOXTampaBay.com reported.

Martin tried several unsuccessful comebacks after his injury, but failed a drug test and was suspended in February 2007, FOXSports.com reported.

In April 2008, Martin was arrested on a DUI charge in Tampa, FOXSports.com reported.

Police do not suspect foul play. An autopsy will be done to determine the cause of death

Other pro-wrestler deaths in Tampa area.

• Brian Adams, aka Crush, was found dead earlier today.

Of course the death, murder/suicide that most shocked the wrestling community and those outside wrestling was that of Chris Benoit and his wife and son.‘Roid” rage was suspected.

Having been a wrestling fan in my younger days and an admitted closet wrestling viewer from time to time, I must admit I was shocked to see all who have passed away at such young ages from my youth and others pretty recent. Check out this list of Famous Wrestlers That Have Died Since 1985 Before the Age of 65. Some are listed below of who some may be familiar with. Here’s another list  and another with cause of  death. Not all on this list have died of drug overdose, steroid use or the ever common heart attack; however, many have. One thing is for certain that far too many have died too young from the sports entertainment world of pro-wrestling for it to be a coincidence.

• Chris Von Erich - 21
• Mike Von Erich - 23
• Rick McGraw - 30
• Joey Marella - 30 (referee)
• Buzz Sawyer – 32

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Scared Monkeys Radio Daily Commentary – Monday, March 2, 2009 – Paul Harvey, A True Hero

• Dana remembers the broadcasting legend, Paul Harvey

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Rest in Peace Paul Harvey … Now you know the rest of the Story

Paul Harvey Passes Away at Age 90 … A Great American Voice is Gone … Now You Know the Rest of the Story

Paul Harvey, the death of a broadcasting legend … Rest in Peace.

One of the most distinct and respected radio talk pioneer voices has passed away. Paul Harvey, a news commentator and talk-radio pioneer whose career spanned more than 70 years has passed away at the age of 90 Saturday at a Phoenix, Arizona hospital surrounded by his family.

There is not a day that did not do by that I did not look forward to hearing Paul Harvey and “the rest of the story”. Personally, I loved his style, presentation and distinct voice. However, it was more than that. As Red State so well states, Paul Harvey focus was to always uplift the listener and to celebrate the greatness of America and it wasn’t just about style that interested the listener … it was about content. Listening to “the rest of the story” one came away from it more enlightened. Being knowledgeable and  informed is never a bad thing. Paul Harvey was a unique and inspirational true American hero … and now you know they rest of the story.

Harvey died surrounded by family at a hospital in Phoenix, where he had a winter home, said Louis Adams, a spokesman for ABC Radio Networks, where Harvey worked for more than 50 years. No cause of death was immediately available.

Harvey had been forced off the air for several months in 2001 because of a virus that weakened a vocal cord. But he returned to work in Chicago and was still active as he passed his 90th birthday. His death comes less than a year after that of his wife and longtime producer, Lynne.

My father and mother created from thin air what one day became radio and television news,” Paul Harvey Jr. said in a statement. “So in the past year, an industry has lost its godparents and today millions have lost a friend.”

Here is one of those little pieces of information that dig deeper that the stories surface that you may not have known.

PAUL HARVEY … AMERICA’S HEART … And now you know the rest of the story.

“The human spirit is not measured by the size of the act, but by the size if the Heart”

 As Mascmind reminds us, long before Rush or Sean Hannity there was conservative talk show host Paul Harvey.

Who can ever forget this Paul Harvey gem?

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