Columbus area Pearl Jam fan gone missing...

yahamita

Anyone making donations, please reference Flannagans Fundraiser on your checks or paypal...thanks!
This Sat is the fundraiser...

OCD4PJ

omg this is so sad/scary!
i was at that tour...

Lost In Ohio

I just got back from the Crime Stopper event. I got there a little late, but still in time to hear words from someone who's name I didn't catch, Tony Luzio, and Randy Shaffer.

I tried to take photos, but they all turned out like crap...I gotta learn how to use my camera.

Beers and soft drinks were $1 each. Hot dogs and sides were $3 each, burgers were $4 each. Yes, it was expensive. Yes, I went through $15 without knowing it, but it was for a good cause, and I don't mind spending money on good causes like this one.

There were maybe 40-50 people there, and i'd say there were over 30 items in the silent auction. Most of the stuff consisted of tickets and/or memorabilia from sports teams around the state. Two of the more prominent items of non-sports things were a framed/autographed photo and CD of High School Musical, and a similar item of Miley Cyrus, although it was credited as "Hannah Montana."

10 Club, it would be a WONDERFUL idea if you could donate something for next year's event. Even if it's something small like an autographed CD and a t-shirt, I know it would be appreciated. I know you have limited funds, but please at least consider it?

After everyone important said words, there was live music. After the live music, some of the raffle items were given away. I forget what all there was, but Victoria's Secret had a gift basket, a local pizza place gave away a coupon for a pizza, and some other things were given away. Someone donated a XBox 360 with 20 gig HD, headphones, and all the works. Tickets were $1, or 6 tickets for $5, something like that. The first live music was an acoustic guitarist. The second live music was some sort of band, but I couldn't stay.

I had a few personal words with Randy. Of course, he thanks us for all the support...I told him that I am still amazed by the support of the community, ranging as far away as Australia and Egypt. (If I didn't mention your far away land, please don't take it personally. In the conversation, those two places just came to mind right away.)

I didn't realize it at the time, but apparently a ton of work went into having Ed mention Brian's situation at the Cincinnati show in 2006. I think Randy mentioned someone in Oregon helping out with that. Of course he also thanked us for all the work done with the t-shirts and flyers that were distributed.

Unfortunately, it was hotter than crap, and combined with the fact that I was wearing a black Riot Act t-shirt, and that I also had a few other things to do, I had to leave a little early.

Randy had the white "Missing" t-shirt on, and I had the Riot Act tour shirt on. If there was more Pearl Jam in the crowd, I didn't see it.

No, I didn't make it up to the rooftop patio. Apparently there was some action going on there, but oh well. I just wanted to soak it all in, and not cause too much of a scene.

But, once again, thanks for all the work that you've done, Pearl Jam fans. If something could be organized for the west coast, I know that would be appreciated.


Oh, this is very important. http://www.10tv.com should have video clips. http://www.columbusnewsclips.com should have other clips from today's even that you can obtain. Go there for more info on how to obtain the clips of Randy, Tony, and whatever else they filmed.

EdVedHed

yahamita wrote:

Here is a clip from the Psychic Kids show from A&E

http://www.aetv.com/psychic-kids/video/index.jsp?bcpid=1578108558&bclid=1586429772&bctid=1589736009

Just saw the Psychic Kids episode - interesting stuff from all three kids. Not all their "messages" could be discussed on-air due to the ongoing investigation, but hopefully some good will become of it. So sad to see Brian's father suffering still.

yahamita

Lost In Ohio wrote:

I just got back from the Crime Stopper event. I got there a little late, but still in time to hear words from someone who's name I didn't catch, Tony Luzio, and Randy Shaffer.

I tried to take photos, but they all turned out like crap...I gotta learn how to use my camera.

Beers and soft drinks were $1 each. Hot dogs and sides were $3 each, burgers were $4 each. Yes, it was expensive. Yes, I went through $15 without knowing it, but it was for a good cause, and I don't mind spending money on good causes like this one.

There were maybe 40-50 people there, and i'd say there were over 30 items in the silent auction. Most of the stuff consisted of tickets and/or memorabilia from sports teams around the state. Two of the more prominent items of non-sports things were a framed/autographed photo and CD of High School Musical, and a similar item of Miley Cyrus, although it was credited as "Hannah Montana."

10 Club, it would be a WONDERFUL idea if you could donate something for next year's event. Even if it's something small like an autographed CD and a t-shirt, I know it would be appreciated. I know you have limited funds, but please at least consider it?

After everyone important said words, there was live music. After the live music, some of the raffle items were given away. I forget what all there was, but Victoria's Secret had a gift basket, a local pizza place gave away a coupon for a pizza, and some other things were given away. Someone donated a XBox 360 with 20 gig HD, headphones, and all the works. Tickets were $1, or 6 tickets for $5, something like that. The first live music was an acoustic guitarist. The second live music was some sort of band, but I couldn't stay.

I had a few personal words with Randy. Of course, he thanks us for all the support...I told him that I am still amazed by the support of the community, ranging as far away as Australia and Egypt. (If I didn't mention your far away land, please don't take it personally. In the conversation, those two places just came to mind right away.)

I didn't realize it at the time, but apparently a ton of work went into having Ed mention Brian's situation at the Cincinnati show in 2006. I think Randy mentioned someone in Oregon helping out with that. Of course he also thanked us for all the work done with the t-shirts and flyers that were distributed.

Unfortunately, it was hotter than crap, and combined with the fact that I was wearing a black Riot Act t-shirt, and that I also had a few other things to do, I had to leave a little early.

Randy had the white "Missing" t-shirt on, and I had the Riot Act tour shirt on. If there was more Pearl Jam in the crowd, I didn't see it.

No, I didn't make it up to the rooftop patio. Apparently there was some action going on there, but oh well. I just wanted to soak it all in, and not cause too much of a scene.

But, once again, thanks for all the work that you've done, Pearl Jam fans. If something could be organized for the west coast, I know that would be appreciated.


Oh, this is very important. http://www.10tv.com should have video clips. http://www.columbusnewsclips.com should have other clips from today's even that you can obtain. Go there for more info on how to obtain the clips of Randy, Tony, and whatever else they filmed.

Thank you so much for the update!!! I haven't had a chance to speak to Randy yet this morning to get his input, but thank you for attending and giving us all the info that you did. I am planning a fall event out here on the West Coast, so hopefully 10C can donate something for the raffle. Please try and make it out! Again thanks for representing us fans at the event. You rock!

IamMine

Keep up the great work, Lost In Ohio and yahamita!

I still have that "missing Pearl Jam Fan" t-shirt I made two years ago and wear it from time to time. I think about him, too.

I am very happy and impressed with what you all have done to keep this alive and going.

Keep up the good work!

yahamita

IamMine wrote:

Keep up the great work, Lost In Ohio and yahamita!

I still have that "missing Pearl Jam Fan" t-shirt I made two years ago and wear it from time to time. I think about him, too.

I am very happy and impressed with what you all have done to keep this alive and going.

Keep up the good work!

It also takes fans like yourself to keep Brian in mind with wearing that shirt. We are going to be offerning those again as soon as I get ahold of the maker. I have all the info, just need to get into contact with her. Keep coming back checking on info. We are hoping the Minnesota PD will be releasing some info they received soon.

LukinFan

yahamita wrote:

It also takes fans like yourself to keep Brian in mind with wearing that shirt. We are going to be offerning those again as soon as I get ahold of the maker. I have all the info, just need to get into contact with her. Keep coming back checking on info. We are hoping the Minnesota PD will be releasing some info they received soon.

I know this has probably been asked like a million times on here, sorry if it had been, but has anyone contacted Americas Most Wanted? Maybe they can help get the story out even more.

IamMine

yahamita wrote:

It also takes fans like yourself to keep Brian in mind with wearing that shirt. We are going to be offerning those again as soon as I get ahold of the maker. I have all the info, just need to get into contact with her. Keep coming back checking on info. We are hoping the Minnesota PD will be releasing some info they received soon.

I wish I could have done more to help out...but my hands are tied this year with so many things going on at home (and outside), unfortunately.... but I try as much as I can to keep tabs on the latest information on our fellow PJ fan.

I look forward to the latest information shared by the Minnesota PD that could shed some light on this case!

How did you manage to get the funding for the t-shirts?

I had a difficult time doing that two years ago...but then again, I suck at organizing, writing persuasive letters/emails, and so on....

So, my hats off to you and others!

yahamita

LukinFan wrote:

I know this has probably been asked like a million times on here, sorry if it had been, but has anyone contacted Americas Most Wanted? Maybe they can help get the story out even more.

I actually have all the info laying on my desk working on it. You can only contact them via mail with cases or missing person requests. I have to make up a packet and have everything all nice and neat for those guys.
I did in fact get a response from the group of college kids working on cold cases. They are looking the info over now.
http://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/06/11/crime.club/index.html

IamMine wrote:

I wish I could have done more to help out...but my hands are tied this year with so many things going on at home (and outside), unfortunately.... but I try as much as I can to keep tabs on the latest information on our fellow PJ fan.

I look forward to the latest information shared by the Minnesota PD that could shed some light on this case!

How did you manage to get the funding for the t-shirts?

I had a difficult time doing that two years ago...but then again, I suck at organizing, writing persuasive letters/emails, and so on....

So, my hats off to you and others!

Randy(Brians father) bought all the shirts and gave them away. Over 300 of them until his funds ran out. We are going to offer those for sale this time with part of the donations going to help find Brian!

IamMine

yahamita wrote:

I actually have all the info laying on my desk working on it. You can only contact them via mail with cases or missing person requests. I have to make up a packet and have everything all nice and neat for those guys. I did in fact get a response from the group of college kids working on cold cases. They are looking the info over now.

Nice job, yahamita!

The more, the merrier...

I am really happy about the progress - that gives people hope, especially his father and family/friends.

yahamita

IamMine wrote:

Nice job, yahamita!

The more, the merrier...

I am really happy about the progress - that gives people hope, especially his father and family/friends.

Keep your eyes peeled for any information regarding the Smiley Face Killers in the Mid West and any information being released by the Minnesota PD. Randy really feels this case is about to break open....ONLY if they would release what they know!!!! Again, I am about to find out a phone number for the PD and have as many folks call in as possible to let them know we want to know what they are doing about finding Brian and moving foward in the case. If we can call into radio stations and overwhelm them, we can do the same in this situation...agree?

small town beck

yahamita wrote:

Keep your eyes peeled for any information regarding the Smiley Face Killers in the Mid West and any information being released by the Minnesota PD. Randy really feels this case is about to break open....ONLY if they would release what they know!!!! Again, I am about to find out a phone number for the PD and have as many folks call in as possible to let them know we want to know what they are doing about finding Brian and moving foward in the case. If we can call into radio stations and overwhelm them, we can do the same in this situation...agree?

I just met you briefly in Vancouver but I just have to say it is incredible what you have been doing. I do hope a resolution comes to this... I would say a happy one but that seems too late. So thank you for all that you have done. Very cool.

yahamita

small town beck wrote:

I just met you briefly in Vancouver but I just have to say it is incredible what you have been doing. I do hope a resolution comes to this... I would say a happy one but that seems too late. So thank you for all that you have done. Very cool.

So glad we had that brief chance to meet in Vancouver.
I will continue to update this thread whenever I get info back from Brians father. He did say he was so amazed at the turnout he had this past Sat at Flannagans. He said out of the 3 years he has held the event, this one was the most successful.

MakeMeCry43

That's such great news yahamita! I'm so glad that the fundraiser turned out to be really successful! It's so good that everyone pitched in, I have to thank you really, you're the one who's doing all the work, I feel pretty useless at this point, but I've managed to put some info under my signatures in my few social profiles, just trying to get the word out there atleast and thankfully I have friends over at the U.S. so I hope they'll help....

Anyways, keep us posted, and keep on the amazing job that you are doing, hard work always pays off! Again, my prayers to Brian and his family, especially his father Randy....All the strength to him....Hopefully something good will finally come up!!

yahamita

MakeMeCry43 wrote:

That's such great news yahamita! I'm so glad that the fundraiser turned out to be really successful! It's so good that everyone pitched in, I have to thank you really, you're the one who's doing all the work, I feel pretty useless at this point, but I've managed to put some info under my signatures in my few social profiles, just trying to get the word out there atleast and thankfully I have friends over at the U.S. so I hope they'll help....

Anyways, keep us posted, and keep on the amazing job that you are doing, hard work always pays off! Again, my prayers to Brian and his family, especially his father Randy....All the strength to him....Hopefully something good will finally come up!!

Just keep the word on the streets! and keep checking back for details. Randy is baffled by the fans from across the world asking about Brian. He thanks ea and everyone of you!

yahamita

Just completed the entire packet of info to send to John Walsh/America's Most Wanted. Lets just hope that John with all his connections can shed some light on this case, or at least get ahold of the Minnesota PD to release the info they have regarding Brian and the Smiley Face Killers.

EdVedHed

yahamita wrote:

Just completed the entire packet of info to send to John Walsh/America's Most Wanted. Lets just hope that John with all his connections can shed some light on this case, or at least get ahold of the Minnesota PD to release the info they have regarding Brian and the Smiley Face Killers.

you rock, my friend. your diligence is so admirable. i've added links and info to my blog. let me know what else i can do.

yahamita

EdVedHed wrote:

you rock, my friend. your diligence is so admirable. i've added links and info to my blog. let me know what else i can do.

You are one of the most giving people I know Heidi. Thank you for kind words. I just feel in my heart there is more that needed done. Something was tugging on my heartstrings...Lets just have faith that info/closure will come soon for Randys sake. Not sure if anyone realizes, Randy lost his wife to cancer 2 months before Brian went missing. He's has had to be strong and deal with alot of tough life challenges these past 2 years.
what else you can do..YOu can help me with the fundraiser I want to hold in the fall in Seattle!!!

Lost In Ohio

So, do we have evidence or proof that Brian is connected to the smiley face people, or is it just a theory?