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Statement from R. Lee Ermey's long time manager, Bill Rogin:
It is with deep sadness that I regret to inform you all that R. Lee Ermey ("The Gunny") passed away this morning from complications of pneumonia. He will be greatly missed by all of us. It is a terrible loss that nobody was prepared for. He has meant so much to so many people. And, it is extremely difficult to truly quantify all of the great things this man has selflessly done for, and on behalf of, our many men and women in uniform. He has also contributed many iconic and indelible characters on film that will live on forever. Gunnery Sergeant Hartman of Full Metal Jacket fame was a hard and principled man. The real R. Lee Ermey was a family man, and a kind and gentle soul. He was generous to everyone around him. And, he especially cared deeply for others in need.
There is a quote made famous in Full Metal Jacket. It's actually the Riflemen's Creed. "This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine."
There are many Gunny's, but this one was OURS. And, we will honor his memory with hope and kindness. Please support your men and women in uniform. That's what he wanted most of all.
Semper Fi, Gunny. Godspeed.
les green01
04-15-18, 06:07 PM
rip gunny
em2nought
04-15-18, 06:12 PM
Oh, man! :wah:
Feels just like this moment.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_8BJmRbuxw
Aktungbby
04-15-18, 08:09 PM
Damn!:Kaleun_Crying::Kaleun_Crying:he was the best!
Damn. Semper Fi, Gunny!
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Jimbuna
04-16-18, 05:19 AM
Semper Fi Gunny
:Kaleun_Crying::Kaleun_Crying::Kaleun_Crying:
R.I.P
Semper Fi Gunny
Kptlt. Neuerburg
04-16-18, 06:43 PM
RIP Gunny.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJNQZ_fot0A
(Warning salty language.)
GoldenRivet
04-17-18, 12:24 AM
Thats a shame. from pneumonia complications apparently.
Pneumonia is a tough bug, i've had it once myself. Only time in my life i prayed to die.
Commander Wallace
04-17-18, 07:00 AM
This really is a huge loss. I always liked his no nonsense approach to everything he did.
Rest in peace R. Lee Ermey and thank you for your service.
Semper Fidelis. :Kaleun_Salute:
les green01
04-17-18, 09:19 AM
like dad told my neighbor Fmj was the closest to way boot camp was for him than any other movie wasn't perfect but close and Gunny was the reason
Platapus
04-18-18, 04:48 PM
My father told me that the movie "The DI" with Jack Webb was the movie that brought back Parris memories for him.
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