Remembering an AngelsWin.com Legend - Lou (IEBRUIN)

[Chuck]

It crushingly pains me to write this to you all but I've been given his blessing to share that our good friend that we've all known as @Lou (and IEBRUIN) has battling cancer for a while now, but it has taken a turn for the worse so he has been placed into hospice care. 

His days left on this earth may be few according to doctors, so please join me in filling this thread with as much love, memories and kind words that you can pass along to Lou and his family who may be reading this. 

It goes without saying, that Lou, who has been on AngelsWin.com for nearly two decades has been the top contributor and supporter, but even more so a dear friend. 

While I've known for sometime now and have been praying for a cure for his cancer, sometimes the answer in prayer is NO because God has a better plan, and maybe he just wants Lou (who is a believer) home to be with him in eternity. 

I would also like to add that I've grown to know @WicketMaiden more through our private messaging here, and he's been an amazing friend to Lou throughout his entire battle. Wicket got Lou into Cricket over a year ago and while Lou was in the hospital over the past several weeks they would watch the games together and comment during the games as a healthy distraction. 

Please join me in sending as much prayer for strength, peace & comfort and love to Lou as you can. 

[tdawg87]

This sucks. Cancer fucking sucks.

Lou is a truly great guy. I've had many conversations over pm's with him over the years. I hope the best for him and his family. 

[HeavenlyHalos]

Oh man, that is truly saddening to hear. IEBruin has been a staple on here for the 15-20 years or so I've been a member, dating back to the old forums. From his "I agree"'s to the one word "Bruin" comments, he has made me laugh many a time and has always been a much appreciated poster.

As someone who has lost multiple family members to cancer, it is truly a bitch but I can imagine his sense of humor never wavered. Wish him and his family all the best, peace, and love. 

[Erstad Grit]

Grace and peace bruin. We all step into eternity one by one

[rafibomb]

Heartbreaking. Fuck cancer. Will keep him in my prayers. AngelsWin is a better place with @Lou as a part of it.

[T.G.]

That's just devastating news.  Lou is easily one of my favorite posters.  I've also enjoyed his short, but to the point posts and his no nonsense attitude.  I don't pay much attention to who likes my posts, etc., but I always smile when I get a "like" from Lou. 

I'm incredibly sorry to hear this news and I've noticed his lack of participation of late.  I kept checking his profile and saw he was reacting to posts, but not really posting and I wondered.  I thought about reaching out, but didn't because I thought he'd pick up his activity any day now...

I will pray for Lou and for his family.

I've never met Lou, but I feel like I know him a little.  Just a little. I feel like I know enough to know he is a good guy.  I'm honestly very saddened by this news.

[Angel Oracle]

Having known Lou since 2007 on here, and having gone on a Halos/bar hop road trip to the 2011 Oakland DH that he was also at, this one hits hard.

He is a genuinely great person, a totally unselfish one.

sent for him and his relatives.

Edited August 2, 2023 by Angel Oracle

[HBAngel13]

Absolutely heartbreaking. I have been reading Lou’s posts for the last 20 years. All the prayers for him and his family. I am very thankful that he has true hope beyond whatever this life holds.  

As for all the wonderful things you said about him, I only have two words - I AGREE

[jsnpritchett]

Cancer is the worst.  I'm sorry for anyone who has to go through that journey.  Here's hoping Lou can find peace and comfort.

[HanfordGuy]

I’m sorry to hear that @Lou is in hospice. You are adored, cherished and well liked. I’m here for you @Lou.

[Biergott]

Crushing news at it always is with this nasty disease.  Wishing you all the best Lou. You’re one of my favorites here.  Your wit, humor and sarcasm are unmatched.  Fuck cancer and USC.  Isn’t the same without you here, but praying for peace and painless days for you!

[Jay]

Horrible news, I have no words.

 

[Roy Hobbs]

1 minute ago, T.G. said:

That's just devastating news.  Lou is easily one of my favorite posters.  I've also enjoyed his short, but to the point posts and his no nonsense attitude.  I don't pay much attention to who likes my posts, etc., but I always smile when I get a "like" from Lou. 

I'm incredibly sorry to her this news and I've noticed his lack of participation of late.  I kept checking his profile and saw he was reacting to posts, but not really posting and I wondered.  I thought about reaching out, but didn't because I thought he'd pick up his activity any day now...

I will pray for Lou and for his family.

I've never met Lou, but I feel like I know him a little.  Just a little. I feel like I know enough to know he is a good guy.  I'm honestly very saddened by this news.

You could not have said it any better than that, I don't post a lot but it too used to give me a kick when he liked my post.Cancer is just a bitch and it touches everyone someway. This news just made this day worse than it was.

[Inside Pitch]

@Lou I've known, I just want you to know you have been and will remain in my thoughts and prayers.  My immediate family (both parents, both grandfathers) battled the disease -- there are few things I hate more than cancer and knowing you're going through this.

 

[Halo in Chicago]

Awful news... will keep him in my prayers

[m0nkey]

Love you, Lou

[Inside Pitch]

8 minutes ago, rafibomb said:

AngelsWin is a better place with @Lou as a part of it.

"I agree" -- God

[m0nkey]

I remember when I first joined this board as a dumbass kid 15+ years ago he called me his s0n.  Always appreciated him always being an active poster, adding his humor to a thread or shutting some dumbass up.

[tomsred]

So sorry to hear this, Lou's a great guy.  We have had serious bouts with cancer in our family as well, always a tough road and very stressful.  I pray that he finds peace as he moves on from this earth.  

[Hubs]

This is awful news. @Lou is my favorite poster and a friend. My thoughts are with you.

[UndertheHalo]

Awfully sorry to hear this.  Have had many fun bants with @Lou over the years and he’s obviously a fixture here in our community.  Sending my best wishes to Lou and his family and friends.  

[Jason]

@Lou I am very sorry to hear about the battle you are fighting. Your humor and wit are always fun. You and your family will be prayed for. 

[halomatt]

Awful news.  Just awful.  I've always enjoyed the humor Lou provided.  He's a real peach, that one. I'll miss your presence here on the board. 

[wopphil]

This really sucks to hear. Praying for you @Lou

[AngelsLakersFan]

Damn. Very sad to hear this, though I was kind of expecting it.

Lou is easily one of the best posters to ever sign up on this site and in the more than a decade I’ve spent on here there has been no better contributor.

As often as we’ve spared over the years I can honestly say I always appreciated his perspective. Despite his self styled persona there is truly no better “A-Hole.”

I will give cricket a shot in your honor my friend. Here’s to hoping you meet that cheerleader from your avatar in heaven. Love you Lou,

-Erik