Columbus area Pearl Jam fan gone missing...

a BIG thank you to those of you who contacted me about donating. PJ fans are so kind and generous. Proof there are still good folks out there walking this earth wanting to help others in need.

That's a great heads up Lost in Ohio! And thanks to all who are really just doing everything they can to help out yahamita and the cause...I'm still very shaken up by this news, I can't get over it and for you, it must be real hard, I mean you had contact with Randy, we are just merely his supporters and helpers....but you knew him and I'm so shocked and at the same time amazed that you are still motivated and going to move forth...It's amazing, I really admire that, yahamita, your will is sooo strong! I'm blown away by that...and that should be an example to all, that strong will goes a long way...Strength and faith is key....I don't want to sound ridiculous, but as Eddie sung, "Keep setting forth" but it's true....

Again, you guys are just a wonderful set of PJ fans...I've never known that their fanbase would be just a bunch of kind, compassionate and giving people, really makes my faith in humanity stronger, like yahamita said, it's just so great to know that there are amazing people like you guys walking this earth! Keep on keepin' on I wish there's more I could do though, I feel pretty helpless just sitting here....

Lost In Ohio wrote:

I hate to divert attention from the latest development, but is there any word from Minnesota, or did I miss something?

With losing Randy, I lost my connection and any information he recently obtained. Since I am not family, I'm not sure what info they would share with me. I just hope someone in the family reads this and get's ahold of me. I need to know who to send questions and info I receive if any from America's Most Wanted. I know they have the packet I sent, they sent a reply saying they are reviewing it..I've been calling Randy's home and cell nonstop in hopes someone will just pick up!!! I need a new contact! I also called Columbus area Crimestoppers yesterday, and left a message as to what happened to Randy, and for officer Kevin Miles to get ahold of me regarding Brians case.

MakeMeCry43 wrote:

That's a great heads up Lost in Ohio! And thanks to all who are really just doing everything they can to help out yahamita and the cause...I'm still very shaken up by this news, I can't get over it and for you, it must be real hard, I mean you had contact with Randy, we are just merely his supporters and helpers....but you knew him and I'm so shocked and at the same time amazed that you are still motivated and going to move forth...It's amazing, I really admire that, yahamita, your will is sooo strong! I'm blown away by that...and that should be an example to all, that strong will goes a long way...Strength and faith is key....I don't want to sound ridiculous, but as Eddie sung, "Keep setting forth" but it's true....

Again, you guys are just a wonderful set of PJ fans...I've never known that their fanbase would be just a bunch of kind, compassionate and giving people, really makes my faith in humanity stronger, like yahamita said, it's just so great to know that there are amazing people like you guys walking this earth! Keep on keepin' on I wish there's more I could do though, I feel pretty helpless just sitting here....

This just brought tears to my eyes..faith, hope peace and love!

yahamita wrote:

This just brought tears to my eyes..faith, hope peace and love!

I hope those are tears of joy or hope! The last thing I want to do is depress you lol....

But that's right Yahamita! Faith, hope, peace and love....that's the key! , Just keep on trying and don't ever let anything get you down! The "Jamily" is here to help and support

Peace Yahamita!

Randy's Obituary..

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Randall A. Shaffer
SHAFFER Randall A. Shaffer, loving son, brother, husband, father, uncle and friend, passed away suddenly and tragically from a accident at his home Sunday, September 14th, 2008. Randy was a very special person in many people's lives. He graduated from Lancaster High School with the Class of 1971. Randy excelled with his love of music while obtaining his B.A. Degree from Capital University in Music Education. Randy was also a 30 year member of the IBEW-L.U.683. Randy worked for Mid City Electric in Columbus, Ohio. There was never a stranger in Randy's life. He made such beautiful music with his saxophone that friends requested he entertain at many area churches, bringing peace and tranquility at solemn moments and entertaining at many other gatherings. He was always willing when asked for his time to play. He will be a great addition to the Heaven's orchestra. Randy's family was one of the most important parts of his being. He loved to try and beat his sister, brother and father on the tennis court and always has great stories of his victories whether he won or not. He also was an avid bike rider and tried to keep a riding date with his brother when time allowed. Randy was always there to help a friend, neighbor or relative with any electrical task at hand no matter how large or small. If he didn't solve the problem at first he wouldn't stop until it was completed. After the passing of Randy's beloved wife Renee in 2006 and the disappearance of his son Brian, Randy was relentless in his search for Brian and never gave up hope. He made hundreds of friends and helped many other families in search for their loved ones while being involved with the Crimestoppers Organization for the return of missing persons. He will be sadly missed by all the people whose lives he touched. Randy is survived by his brother, Tim (Debora) Shaffer; sister, Robin (Jeff) Hoffman of Lancaster; sons, Brian and Derek Shaffer of Columbus; step-mother, Nancy Acton Shaffer of Lancaster; nephews, Chris (Jody) Shaffer of Columbus, Dan (Marnie) Shaffer of Bexley; nieces, Jamie, Betsy and Katie Hoffman of Lancaster; great-niece, Kaylee Jane Ackers of Lancaster; step-sister, Catherine Duquesnoy of Maryland; cousins, Pam Muralt of Mt. Vernon, Janet Muralt and Cindy Grile of Lancaster. Randy was preceded in death by his mother Norma Jean (Jeanie) Shaffer, father Jack L. Shaffer, love of his life for 28 years Renee Parobeck Shaffer, grandparents Irvin and Pauline Shaffer, grandparents Bill and Ida Franke, great-grandparents Cora and Jeffery Fruchey, aunt Dorthala Muralt Boystel, uncles Clifford F. Muralt and Robert Shaffer. Friends may call Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at HALTEMAN-FETT AND DYER FUNERAL HOME, 436 N. Broad St., Lancaster, OH 43130. Service will take place Friday at 11 a.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 231 E. Mulberry St., Lancaster, OH 43130 with Pastor Carl Rayburn and Pastor Mark Raddatz officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Crimestoppers or any charity of choosing in memory of Randy Shaffer. Sign the online guestbook at http://www.dispatch.com/obituaries

RIP Randy...peaceful journey :(

yahamita wrote:

I just got permission to post a bit of info, however, will wait just a bit til things fall into place. We are planning something BIG in Ohio. I will need as many fans as possible to come out and participate. We need to get this case back out in the open, and for those folks hiding info, we are coming to take you on!!!! Keep you eyes glued to this thread. Anyone out there want to help with the media, please PM me. Patience and confidentiality is a must right now!
Peace!

Good work, L. Bless you for what you do. Truly a good person. I will keep checking here but as I told you before I know I am in Canada but anything I can do to help... let me know.

aNiMaL wrote:

Wow, this has been going on for 2 1/2 years.

At what point do we put it to bed? Not to be insensitive, in fact i have bitten my tongue for the last year or so...but really, when is enough enough? How many other Pearl Jam fans have suffered, lost, died, and and tragic events happen to them with no thread or anything dedicated to them? I think we as an online PJ community have maxed out all we can do and anything happening now is just for the self-centered purpose of feeling like you need to do something for someone whom you have never met, nor ever would have known. Maybe the world would be a better place if some of you folks redirected your energy towards something a little more local to your home, or a little more dearer to your heart.

Tragic and all, what has happened to this family from the loss - but this is FAR from the worst thing that has happened in the last 2 1/2 years. I just feel it is time for this community to move on.

(I'll probably get crucified for this opinion)

Yes, thanks for your opinion................now I hope YOU MOVE ON.
I have a lot more to say but I feel I should BITE MY TONGUE and so I will.