warpspeed Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Off of Facebook: 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 andwomen 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeNunemaker Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Semper Fi, Gunny. RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word_Bro Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Such a bummer. RIPSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nugget Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 He will be greatly missed. I was inspired by his book. Godspeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EEH Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Mail Call... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 RIP ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M8Stealth Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Rest in peace Gunny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outerlimits Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Miss ya Gunny-oooraaahhh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparky Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 RIP MY Brother......................May God Hold You In His Loving Hands.................................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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