It was a nice moment at the park in memory of Dre. Some people got up to share stories and reasons why we all cherish and adore him and it was very nice. Our sympathies go out to all of you that have since moved too far away from the city and/or the scene and can’t reach out to someone directly to share your wonderful memories of Dre. Find solace in knowing that everyone is always willing to talk about him whenever and you’re not alone in feeling for him. His impression left on us all isn’t gonna be going anywhere.
Memorial services will be held this weekend. Friday (11/19) will be visitation and viewing from 3 PM – 9 PM. The wake and funeral will be on Saturday (11/20) at 11 AM – Noon then Noon – 1 PM, respectively. The location is A. A. Rayner & Sons Modern Funeral Service at 5911 W Madison.
We will be organizing a group bicycle ride to the services on Saturday. Expect a departure around 10 AM from the Billy Goat’s at 1535 Madison. If you believe in 4 day early forecasts I challenge your credibility as a Chicagoan but will humor you with pointing out it looks to be sunny but chilly. If things turn too difficult I will arrange for the bus to transport us all from Billy Goats.
Finally, this video has been making its rounds but I can’t stress enough how beautifully this captures Dre in his essence. Man that laugh and energy says it all…
November 17th, 2010 at 10:45 pm
I love this video of him. It exhudes his personality. I had a flood of memories when I saw it
November 18th, 2010 at 6:25 pm
Jeff, you have a great way with words. Dre will not be forgotten anytime soon.
thanks for posting.
November 18th, 2010 at 7:06 pm
I agree. It makes me sad to know I will never have the opportunity to hang out with him again. But every time I see this video, it immediately makes me smile. I don’t get sad. It just reminds me of this incredibly genuine human being that taught me and laughed with me. Andre was one of those rare characters that you couldn’t help but love.
November 18th, 2010 at 10:18 pm
Ow how my heart aches!
Though watching this video, I’m smiling too.
What a beautiful beautiful soul,
comforting to know that the soul never dies.
Yes it is hard being so far away from anyone who can share memories of Andre,
always so solid, loyal, and compassionate brother friend.
It has been many years now and never have I wanted to return as much as I do now.
Thank you, Andre, for affirming that time and space are in fact an illusion;
perhaps you are now at the point where they meet up.
How lovely!
And you, Chicago Crew, thanks for this space for my little moment of expression.
So beautiful to see all the love.
I hope to see you, meet you again someday soon.
Love and Solidarity
(I don’t think there is a difference),
Dre