Stevie's Dad

[LiquidBlue5000]

I kinda didn't want to say anything until there was definate confirmation of this.. but i have heard from several sources (and they have as well), that Stevie's dad has passed away... sometime yesterday.

I hope that this is just a terrible terrible rumour and that it is not true.. but the fact that so many people have heard of this, I have to believe that there is definate truth to this...

Stevie, if you read this, my heart goes out to you and your family :(

[seeker007nmss]

I thought he just broke his leg? Now he is gone? Have to wait and see what's up. :shrug:

[Dreammms]

wow...i hope that isn't true. that's so sad. i keep picturing him introducing her on the in concert video.

[ontheEdgeof17]

:(

I've been hearing the news all day. I don't want to believe it is true, but I think it is.


Best wishes to the family. You're all in my thoughts.

[Jessica Leigh]

It was just on our local news in Phoenix. i think they keep repeating the blurb or it will be on the later news tonight- channel 3.

[SweetGirl24]

I heard this too...I kept wanting to hold out that it wasnt true, but I guess it is. This is so sad :( I can't imagine. The family is in my prayers

[Hawkeye]

:distress: :distress: :distress: :distress: :distress: :distress: :distress: I really really hope this isnt true. Stevie's dad always makes it to her shows. It was the freaking most sweet thing when he flew to Detroit I think to see Stevie on fathers day just this past year. If this is true, it will be by far the sadest celebrity death Ive ever witnessed and he aint even a real celebrity.

[Hawkeye]

where have you guys been hearing this from all day.

[macfanken]

How sad. :distress:

[strandinthewind]

I heard it too and didn't want to say it if it were untrue.

Apparently, it is if the tv is saying it.

I met him once and he was a very, very nice man who went out of his way to make me feel comfortable. I cannot say enough nice things about him and wish him eternal peace and his family only the best and the strength to cope with loss of their pillar, friend, and father.

[Merf]

:distress: Rest in Peace, Jess.... of course the Nicks family is my prayers.

[SapphireSister]

OMG I knew he was going to die today. I was in the shower this morning and I had this strange feeling it was going to happen (or had just happened). I'm not psychic (sorry no spell check) or anything but I swear I had that thought this morning. I've been waiting for a post all day. I knew when I saw this he had passed. My heart goes out to Stevie and her family. I bet he held out as long as he could for her to finish her tour. This is very devistating. She must be in deep sorrow. We should all pray for her tonight.

[Dreammms]

if it's been on the tv then it must be true. poor stevie and nicks family. i am truly sorry! :(

[seeker007nmss]

Found this. :(



"Emotion Runs Deep Between Stevie Nicks and her Dad" Cox News Service, Linda Romine

Jess Nicks always knew his daughter would succeed. But he had no idea she would become one of the leading female rock singers of her generation, or that he would one day have to help her fight for her life.

Today, at 42, Stevie Nicks is a bona fide star who juggles a dual career as a solo artist anda 15-year veteran of supergroup Fleetwood Mac.

Meanwhile, her father, a crusty 65-year-old, runs Compton Terrace, an amphitheater he built southwest of Phoenix. Last weekend, a few days after his daughter and Fleetwood Mac had performed there, he reflected on the love he and Stevie share.

"Most fathers and daughters have a special relationship," he said. "Fathers tend to spoil their little girls."

As a little girl, Stevie lived an affluent life. Jess Nicks worked as a corporate executive who traveled the world.

Throughout their childhood, Stevie and her younger brother, Christopher, moved with their parents from Phoenix to El Paso, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Chicago. But Arizona has been home to the Nickses for the past 20 years, and Stevie's home is six blocks away from her parents'.

Spend time talking with Jess and Stevie Nicks and their deep affection for one another is overwhelmingly apparent. Each recalls humourous experiences that have bonded tehm through the years, and each becomes sentimental to the point of tears.

"Stevie's been spoiled all her life," Jess Nicks explained unapologetically. "Poor little thing," he began, as a smile crossed his face. "Once she wanted a special little pair of shoes, and her mother told her no, that they were too expensive. So Stevie didn't tell me about that, but she came to me and asked me if I would buy her the shoes. Of course I bought them for her."

He puffed on his cigarette and grinned. "Burned her mother up."

Jess savors another memory, from Stevie's high school years. The occasion was a father-daughter night in which he and Stevie performed to a recording of "King of the Road."

"I was singing away, and Stevie was singing away," he said between howls of laughter. "Well, she gets to laughing, and I get to laughing, and I'll be damned if she didn't wet her pants - right there on stage!"

"I got the giggles during the first line, 'Trailer for sale or rent,' and I was just hysterical," Stevie remembered with amusement. "And we had actually practiced this! We practiced for a week! But he kept on singing - he's got a really good voice - and he would give me this look like, 'How could you do this to me?' "

Another indication of the closeness Stevie shares with her dad is reflected in the steady stream of affectionate notes they send to one another. A sample of Jess's most recent card to Stevie: "A son is a son until he takes a wife," he said, as tears filled his eyes. He paused to gather his composure, and continued. "But my daughter is my daughter every day of her life..."

Career pressures have been hard on Jess Nick's daughter, who four years ago was addicted to prescription drugs, he said. At the time, Jess and Barbara Nicks feared their superstar daughter would either die from her chemical dependency or commit suicide. After repeated attempts to help her, they flew to Los Angeles one night and convinced her to enter the Betty Ford Center in California.

"She resisted it when we confronted her with it," he said. "She was concerned...that it would be publicized and be detrimental to her career. We spentmost of the night with her and convinced her though, that it was for her health. Finally, she said, 'OK, Daddy, I'll do it.'

"It's tough. It's really tough," he said, shaking his head. "Christ, the career means nothing ot the parents when it comes to the health of your children."

Stevie Nicks remembered her parents' lifesaving intervention from a different perspective.

"He basically said to me, 'How could you possibly even consider putting me through not having you for the rest of my life?' " she recalled quietly. "He said, 'Do you have any idea what it would do to me if you weren't around? You may be rock 'n' roll star to the rest of the world, but you still my daughter, and if you were to die...' "

Overcome with emotion, she could not continue the sentence.

After 28 days at the Betty Ford Center, Stevie was determined to turn her life around. And she has.

"It is scary. It is frightening, " she explained. "But I walked out of those doors saying to myself, 'I'm gonna win this. I'm not gonna disappoint my dad. I'm not going to break his heart.' "

Today, father and daughter are proud of her hard-won sobriety. As life's challenges continue, Jess continues to inspire his beloved daughter. "I can always go home," Stevie explained, as if reassuring herself. "Everybody who knows me knows when it comes to me, there is nothing first in my dad's mind. He could give two cents about everbody else. I am the only one that matters."

"It's wonderfuld to have a father like that."

[golden braid]

:distress: :distress: :distress:

I'm so sad now. I think it was so awesome that Jess would travel around the country visiting Stevie and watching her shows. They must have had a very special bond together. I just hope Stevie got to spend the last few days with her father. RIP Jess. :angel:

[amber]

I've been "praying" for him and her for 2 days. Something someone told me really made me think about what Stevie is going through with her dad...you know, we're talking about her, but here she has this major heartbreaking crisis...it brought my perspective into focus.
I wish her and him all the blessings in the world. And I'm so glad he got to see her have such a long and successful career. I'm very thankful for that.

[amber]

Found this. :(



"Emotion Runs Deep Between Stevie Nicks and her Dad" Cox News Service, Linda Romine

Jess Nicks always knew his daughter would succeed. But he had no idea she would become one of the leading female rock singers of her generation, or that he would one day have to help her fight for her life.

Today, at 42, Stevie Nicks is a bona fide star who juggles a dual career as a solo artist anda 15-year veteran of supergroup Fleetwood Mac.

Meanwhile, her father, a crusty 65-year-old, runs Compton Terrace, an amphitheater he built southwest of Phoenix. Last weekend, a few days after his daughter and Fleetwood Mac had performed there, he reflected on the love he and Stevie share.

"Most fathers and daughters have a special relationship," he said. "Fathers tend to spoil their little girls."

As a little girl, Stevie lived an affluent life. Jess Nicks worked as a corporate executive who traveled the world.

Throughout their childhood, Stevie and her younger brother, Christopher, moved with their parents from Phoenix to El Paso, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Chicago. But Arizona has been home to the Nickses for the past 20 years, and Stevie's home is six blocks away from her parents'.

Spend time talking with Jess and Stevie Nicks and their deep affection for one another is overwhelmingly apparent. Each recalls humourous experiences that have bonded tehm through the years, and each becomes sentimental to the point of tears.

"Stevie's been spoiled all her life," Jess Nicks explained unapologetically. "Poor little thing," he began, as a smile crossed his face. "Once she wanted a special little pair of shoes, and her mother told her no, that they were too expensive. So Stevie didn't tell me about that, but she came to me and asked me if I would buy her the shoes. Of course I bought them for her."

He puffed on his cigarette and grinned. "Burned her mother up."

Jess savors another memory, from Stevie's high school years. The occasion was a father-daughter night in which he and Stevie performed to a recording of "King of the Road."

"I was singing away, and Stevie was singing away," he said between howls of laughter. "Well, she gets to laughing, and I get to laughing, and I'll be damned if she didn't wet her pants - right there on stage!"

"I got the giggles during the first line, 'Trailer for sale or rent,' and I was just hysterical," Stevie remembered with amusement. "And we had actually practiced this! We practiced for a week! But he kept on singing - he's got a really good voice - and he would give me this look like, 'How could you do this to me?' "

Another indication of the closeness Stevie shares with her dad is reflected in the steady stream of affectionate notes they send to one another. A sample of Jess's most recent card to Stevie: "A son is a son until he takes a wife," he said, as tears filled his eyes. He paused to gather his composure, and continued. "But my daughter is my daughter every day of her life..."

Career pressures have been hard on Jess Nick's daughter, who four years ago was addicted to prescription drugs, he said. At the time, Jess and Barbara Nicks feared their superstar daughter would either die from her chemical dependency or commit suicide. After repeated attempts to help her, they flew to Los Angeles one night and convinced her to enter the Betty Ford Center in California.

"She resisted it when we confronted her with it," he said. "She was concerned...that it would be publicized and be detrimental to her career. We spentmost of the night with her and convinced her though, that it was for her health. Finally, she said, 'OK, Daddy, I'll do it.'

"It's tough. It's really tough," he said, shaking his head. "Christ, the career means nothing ot the parents when it comes to the health of your children."

Stevie Nicks remembered her parents' lifesaving intervention from a different perspective.

"He basically said to me, 'How could you possibly even consider putting me through not having you for the rest of my life?' " she recalled quietly. "He said, 'Do you have any idea what it would do to me if you weren't around? You may be rock 'n' roll star to the rest of the world, but you still my daughter, and if you were to die...' "

Overcome with emotion, she could not continue the sentence.

After 28 days at the Betty Ford Center, Stevie was determined to turn her life around. And she has.

"It is scary. It is frightening, " she explained. "But I walked out of those doors saying to myself, 'I'm gonna win this. I'm not gonna disappoint my dad. I'm not going to break his heart.' "

Today, father and daughter are proud of her hard-won sobriety. As life's challenges continue, Jess continues to inspire his beloved daughter. "I can always go home," Stevie explained, as if reassuring herself. "Everybody who knows me knows when it comes to me, there is nothing first in my dad's mind. He could give two cents about everbody else. I am the only one that matters."

"It's wonderfuld to have a father like that."

crying....
thanks for posting. I can't even imagine, that's just like me and my dad.... :(

[sodascouts]

RIP, Jess.

My heart goes out to Stevie and her loved ones. They are in my prayers.

[SweetGirl24]

Seeker...that article is so sad! This really is a sad time. It seemed like Stevie was ok in Phoenix, she was even joking about her dad's leg...I guess it was just a mask :(

[catinthedark]

How very sad. My heart goes out to Stevie and her family. I'm so sorry for their great loss.

[seeker007nmss]

From what I can tell... he was 81 years old. :distress:

[ontheEdgeof17]

This is for you, daddy....

.....it will take on a whole new meaning....

[77Rumours77]

OMG thats such sad news.
My prayers go out to her and her family! :(

[AliceLover]

Im so sad! I can't believe it happened! I feel so bad for their whole family. I will pray for them!

[SweetGirl24]

This is for you, daddy....

.....it will take on a whole new meaning....


:( This is so heartbreaking! I just hope that she was able to be with him. RIP Jess.

[SapphireSister]

I can't imagine how it will be for her the next time she performs Landslide....

[EnchantedSLN]

I'm so heartbroken for Stevie. My deepest sympathies to her & the entire Nicks family. I wish them all the love and support in the world right now.

[LiquidBlue5000]

This is for you, daddy....

.....it will take on a whole new meaning....


you know... i had heard at the Phoenix show she was really emotional during this.. very, very sad :distress:

[NoSpeedLimit8]

I heard this today too. It is so sad. The Nicks family is definitely in my prayers. I think they all knew that it was just a matter of time~I think I did too. He was a wonderful man from what I have heard.

He, along with Barbara gave us the greatest gift of all, his daughter~
And for that I will always thank and adore him~

RIP Jess Nicks
You will be missed.

Stevie we love you....

"..For the first time, in a long time
Everyone was ready
No one said a word
And that simply said it all

And then I see someone standing
At the side of the stage
Not standing in the shadows
I see her face
Glowing in the darkness
In her own angel way
"I have come to make you better,
I have come...to take you away."
I’ll make you better

Walking through the room together
In suspended animation...
No one saw us go... no one said goodbye
But in my heart, I leave
Great expectations
That you will find the answers
to your questions
And that life will once more...
be a celebration...
and that you will be touched by an Angel.."

[seeker007nmss]

Here is another article if anyone is interested.

http://www.geocities.com/the3birdsofrhiannon/azliving/azliving.html


Near the bottom is more Jess Nicks info and his picture.



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[Kelly]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:

[ontheEdgeof17]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:


It was already on the news. :shrug:

[GypsySorcerer]

This is sad news indeed. :( My thoughts and prayers are with the Nicks family. RIP, Mr. Nicks.

[amber]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:
uh....um....I don't think she would ever read this, anyways, but I think everyone who posted here has the deepest sympathies for Stevie, and her loss. I think we just want to express that. At least, I do.... :o

[Phoenix]

It was just on our local news in Phoenix. i think they keep repeating the blurb or it will be on the later news tonight- channel 3.

I just saw it on the news here in phoenix also. This is so very sad. This will take her a really long time to bounce back. ~Love and light to the family~

[LiquidBlue5000]

uh....um....I don't think she would ever read this, anyways, but I think everyone who posted here has the deepest sympathies for Stevie, and her loss. I think we just want to express that. At least, I do.... :o

you know, this kind of backlash is exactly what i was fearing before i decided to post this.. but it would have gotten out sooner or later anyway... i don't see a problem with having a forum for her fans to mourn the death of her father :shrug:

[golden braid]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:
I don't think anyone expects Stevie to read this. We are all just expressing our thoughts and deepest sympathies towards Stevie and her family.

[amber]

you know, this kind of backlash is exactly what i was fearing before i decided to post this.. but it would have gotten out sooner or later anyway... i don't see a problem with having a forum for her fans to mourn the death of her father :shrug:
I don't either, my friend. :xoxo: I think it's a great idea. I think even the saltiest of Stevie critics feel for her right now. :(

[Dreammms]

Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.
After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:

Why do you have such an attitude in every one of your post?

I am sure nobody on the ledge would STALK Stevie and her family. We all feel very bad for the Nicks family. Nobody here is saying anything bad.

[strandinthewind]

you know, this kind of backlash is exactly what i was fearing before i decided to post this.. but it would have gotten out sooner or later anyway... i don't see a problem with having a forum for her fans to mourn the death of her father :shrug:

You did fine Brian.

[amber]

I soooo had to listen to Blue Lamp right now, for some reason. :o
"the stars still laugh and they cry and they shine" :angel: guardian angel...

[NoSpeedLimit8]

You did fine Brian.

I agree, I'm glad you said something Brian.

[jkmaletic]

Great Dads are hard to find, and obviously Jess was a great one to Stevie...

My thoughts, prayers and sympathy go out to Stevie and her family..

~Jamie

[Phoenix]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:

I don't appreciate bieng called an "internet stalker" thank you very much. I was saddened by this news and glad that I had a place to express that. Take your Negative cutting remarks elsewhere please.

[all the same]

Terribly tragic news. And what a sad way for her to end her tour. My thoughts are with her and her family. Sigh... death is so difficult to deal with... :(

[amber]

Please don't turn this into a debate or opportunity for agression. There's no expectations coming from anywhere here, just genuine degrees of sadness.
:xoxo: :angel:

[Jessica Leigh]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:

as someone already posted- this has been on the tv news more than once tonight and the nicks family was surely aware of its impending announcement. her fans simply want to express their sympathy and condolences here.

and don't worry- there won't be any internet stalkers showing up anywhere.

[Johnny Stew]

Though I'm not sure how this will come out, I have to say that I'm relieved that he didn't pass away while she was on tour. I think Stevie would have felt horribly guilty had she lost her father while she was out on the road somewhere. My hope is that she was by his side, where I'm sure she would want to have been.

My deepest sympathies are with Stevie and the Nicks family. Eighty-One years is a good, long life, but even that isn't long enough when it comes to our parents.

[strandinthewind]

Though I'm not sure how this will come out, I have to say that I'm relieved that he didn't pass away while she was on tour. I think Stevie would have felt horribly guilty had she lost her father while she was out on the road somewhere. My hope is that she was by his side, where I'm sure she would want to have been.

My deepest sympathies are with Stevie and the Nicks family. Eighty-One years is a good, long life, but even that isn't long enough when it comes to our parents.

I was thinking that too. In a way, his last sort of big gesture of love to her was waiting for her to finish. He really was a pillar of the community there - helped so many people with eh AZI and other things - I pray for the reposal of his soul.

[LilyRose]

That's so sad! :( I can't imagine losing my father someday. Does anyone know how he passed?

My thoughts and prayers are with Stevie and her family.

Susie

[Phoenix]

I was thinking that too. In a way, his last sort of big gesture of love to her was waiting for her to finish. He really was a pillar of the community there - helped so many people with eh AZI and other things - I pray for the reposal of his soul.


He was, in the news cast,( despite whatever that kelly person thinks) they mentioned how he had been a long time phoenix resident, and had done alot and been very involved in the comunity, then they had an interview with a family friend.

[NicksIllume]

My deepest sympathies go out to the Nicks family. Strength will be pulled from somewhere to get through this tragedy.

But in my heart, I leave great expectations
That you will find the answers to your questions
And that life will once more...
Be a celebration...
And that you will be touched by an Angel...

[dudden22]

Very sad news. I am glad he lived as long as he did and got to see his daughter become such a success.

[Ghost_Tracker]

I have so many thoughts about this and so much that I'd like to say

later, but right now I'd like to just mention something I don't believe has

been pointed out yet -

At least Stevie's Dad got to see them break ground on the wonderful

new Cardiovascular Research Institute at the Arizona Heart Institute.

( To be aware of it, I mean. ) I think both he and - let's use her real

name here, his daughter Stephanie - deserve HUGE credit for this

FIFTEEN MILLION DOLLAR research building they have just caused to

be put up - And I think it's noteworthy that there's no sign of their

name anywhere near the place - it's not, "The Nicks Research Building" -

they don't care about the credit and recognition, just the Results.

And as someone who kinda-sorta understands the CEO way of thinking -

WELL, MISTER NICKS, this is a RESULTS thing!!! - - -

And OH MY can you be proud!

They've done something wonderful here and it's one more reason Stevie

has to be so proud of him, and I'm so happy that he was able

to see the Research Building finally come to fruition, after he and his

wonderful daughter worked for SO long to make it happen.

What wonderful people, and what a wonderful Legacy.

:xoxo: :angel:

[paleshadow]

My sympathies go out to the Nicks family. I met Jess once also after the 2000 AHI benefit. He was very gracious. While it's terribly sad, I think he lived a full and rewarding life, and through AHI did a lot of good for many people.

My mom passed away three weeks ago, she was only 56. If I wasn't home when she called, she used to leave these 10 minute long messages to my cat! I used to come home and roll my eyes, but the other night I realized I'll never get one of those messages again. I can definately relate to what the family will go through. I think it's important to celebrate our loved ones lives once they pass, and Mr. Nicks life was definatley worth celebrating.

To Stevie and her family, and anyone who has lost a loved one, here is a quote I'd like to share that has helped me in my grieving.

"In the night of death hope sees a star, and listening, love can hear the rustle of a wing". -Robert Ingersoll (1833-1899)

[LiquidBlue5000]

My mom passed away three weeks ago, she was only 56. If I wasn't home when she called, she used to leave these 10 minute long messages to my cat! I used to come home and roll my eyes, but the other night I realized I'll never get one of those messages again.


i'm sorry to hear about your mom :( :(

[Phoenix]

My sympathies go out to the Nicks family. I met Jess once also after the 2000 AHI benefit. He was very gracious. While it's terribly sad, I think he lived a full and rewarding life, and through AHI did a lot of good for many people.

My mom passed away three weeks ago, she was only 56. If I wasn't home when she called, she used to leave these 10 minute long messages to my cat! I used to come home and roll my eyes, but the other night I realized I'll never get one of those messages again. I can definately relate to what the family will go through. I think it's important to celebrate our loved ones lives once they pass, and Mr. Nicks life was definatley worth celebrating.

To Stevie and her family, and anyone who has lost a loved one, here is a quote I'd like to share that has helped me in my grieving.

"In the night of death hope sees a star, and listening, love can hear the rustle of a wing". -Robert Ingersoll (1833-1899)

~Love and light to you and your family also~You have my sympathies..........

[BellaSoprano71]

I loss my dad 3 weeks ago tonight.....whom I was so close to...I feel for her.

[Johnny Stew]

I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, PaleShadow, and of your father, BellaSoprano. My thoughts and prayers will be with both of you, and with your families.

[amber]

I loss my dad 3 weeks ago tonight.....whom I was so close to...I feel for her.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish you and your family blessings. I love my dad so much, I can't imagine. :xoxo:

[LiquidBlue5000]

I loss my dad 3 weeks ago tonight.....whom I was so close to...I feel for her.


i'm sorry :( :(

[BellaSoprano71]

Thank You.....just hug your dad alot......

[silvergypsygirl]

I feel so sad for stevie and the loss of her dad..

i lost my grandma a few weeks ago. i know it wasnt a parent but we were still really close.. i feel her pain..

we love u stevie and the whole nicks family. take care. :angel: :(

[Tango]

http://www.thepeacebeads.com/ourlady/angel-and-doves_small.jpg

Touched By An Angel

And when she (the angel) walked in the room
After so many years,
He (Mr. Nicks) looked up and saw her
He was standing at the crossroads
She was moving in slow motion
Everything was the same,
Except that everything was different

In that very moment, everyone was silent
And everyone was friendly,
For the first time in years,
Everyone was smiling
Though their pain was apparent
and the floor was wet and slippery
With the tracks of their tears

And then I see someone standing
At the side of the stage
Not standing in the shadows
I see her face
Glowing in the darkness
In her own angel way
"I have come to make you better,
I have come to take you away."

No one slipped and fell
This time, everyone was steady
Someone held my arm so that
I would not fall
For the first time, in a long time
Everyone was ready
No one said a word
And that simply said it all

And then I see someone standing
At the side of the stage
Not standing in the shadows
I see her face
Glowing in the darkness
In her own angel way
"I have come to make you better,
I have come...to take you away."
I’ll make you better

Walking through the room together
In suspended animation...
No one saw us go... no one said goodbye
But in my heart, I leave
Great expectations
That you will find the answers
to your questions
And that life will once more...
be a celebration...
and that you will be touched by an Angel
and that you will be touched by an Angel
and that you will be touched by an Angel

Celebration
Someday
Someday, Someday
Celebration
~Stevie Nicks

We love you Stevie.

[Johnny Stew]

My deepest sympathies on the passing of your grandmother, SilverGypsyGirl.
It seems a lot of loss has hit our Ledgies recently. :distress:

[Mokona]

I feel such sadness from the very bottom of my heart for Stevie and her family. My stomach sank and I dreaded even opening this post. http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a180/guy_smiley705/Favorites/Faves2/sad-smiley-004.gif

This is my favorite poem and I find it appropriate for here:

Nature's first green is gold,
Her hardest hue to hold.
Her early leaf's a flower;
But only so an hour.
Then leaf subsides to leaf.
So Eden sank to grief,
So dawn goes down to day.
Nothing gold can stay.
~Robert Frost

Great Dads are hard to find, and obviously Jess was a great one to Stevie... This is so true and Stevie was very lucky to have a father who loved her so much. I pray this doesn't completely crush her and that she's able to take some comfort in the fact that she had her father's love for so many years.

BellaSoprano, please accept my condolences on the passing of your father, too. I'm so sorry. And I'm also sorry for the loss of your grandma, Silver Gypsy Girl.

[strandinthewind]

My deepest sympathies on the passing of your grandmother, SilverGypsyGirl.
It seems a lot of loss has hit our Ledgies recently. :distress:

I know - I cannot imagine it and spend as much time as I can with them now as my mom is 79 and I know the day will come and she has been somewhat sick for the last five years, though she pulled through it all. So, I feel for you all who lost your's :angel:

[Ghost_Tracker]

Would like to make sure everyone has seen this -

this is "Amber" - not sure when Stevie wrote it -

one of her unreleased song. ( Amber, I believe, was

his nickname for her. )

It's about Stevie's Dad and how they felt about each other,

and her reassurance to him that no matter what,

she would always be his daughter,

Stephanie Lynn Nicks.

"When I was young, I can remember the day
When far off in the distance, I heard someone say
'You've a daughter, born a Gemini, name of Amber
born today'
Always ... be Amber
Remember...look inside
Be forever, tiny lady -
I remember...

Beautiful daughter, when you were mine
Gemini Amber, your color was brown -
The sign that I gave you in May.
It's Gemini, Amber, your arms open wide
Who'll protect you from the things that you say?
Always ...be Amber
Remember to be kind.
Be forever, beautiful daughter -
I remember...

brown eyes in Amber -
When you were mine."

She's right - It's once in a million years.

:shocked:

[tynan88]

Wow I have heard Amber but never realised it was this deep.

I hope the Nicks family pulls through, by the sounds of Jess has quite a legacy all by himself even without Stevie in Phoenix, but without trying to sound selfish...I hope it doesn't bring Stevie down too much :(

I hope they are all and it is truly sad when anyone dies...especially I send my love to any Ledgies who have lost someone close lately.

[amber]

Would like to make sure everyone has seen this -

this is "Amber" - not sure when Stevie wrote it -

one of her unreleased song. ( Amber, I believe, was

his nickname for her. )

It's about Stevie's Dad and how they felt about each other,

and her reassurance to him that no matter what,

she would always be his daughter,

Stephanie Lynn Nicks.

"When I was young, I can remember the day
When far off in the distance, I heard someone say
'You've a daughter, born a Gemini, name of Amber
born today'
Always ... be Amber
Remember...look inside
Be forever, tiny lady -
I remember...

Beautiful daughter, when you were mine
Gemini Amber, your color was brown -
The sign that I gave you in May.
It's Gemini, Amber, your arms open wide
Who'll protect you from the things that you say?
Always ...be Amber
Remember to be kind.
Be forever, beautiful daughter -
I remember...

brown eyes in Amber -
When you were mine."

She's right - It's once in a million years.

:shocked:

I never liked that song, but in this context, it is very beautiful. Thanks for posting, thanks for bringing my attention once again.... :xoxo: Very apropos.... :o

[ontheEdgeof17]

I think we should read through this one, too....in remembrance of all the love ones that passed on these past few months:


I took my love, I took it down
Climbed a mountain and I turned around
I saw my reflection in the snow covered hills
'Till the landslide brought me down


Oh, mirror in the sky
What is love
Can the child within my heart rise above
Can I sail through the changing ocean tides
Can I handle the seasons of my life


Well, I've been afraid of changing
'Cause I've built my life around you
But time makes you get bolder
Even children get older
And I'm getting older too


Oh, take my love, take it down
Climb a mountain and turn around
If you see my reflection in the snow covered hills
Well the landslide will bring it down


If you see my reflection in the snow covered hills
Well the landslide will bring it down.

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

My heart goes out to Stevie and her family. Also my aympathies are with my fellow ledgies who have lost loved ones also

Pip

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:
You know... every post until yours was from people expressing their genuine sympathies and prayers for Stevie and her family.

I'm quite sure that none of the fans condolences will be her top priority read right now whether it is on here or the hundreds that I'm sure are going to be emailed to the Nicksfix. But it's a shame to hijack this thread with such a post when people are expressing their sympathies to Stevie. JMO

[BombaySapphire3]

I was hanging around the San Diego sports arena before the RAL show there with a few friends when we recognized Jess Nicks .He greeted us all very warmly ..a really nice man.I know how much he meant to Stevie and wish her peace in this difficult time.

[WelshWitchPMD]

My deepest sympathies go out to Stevie and her family and also to the Ledgies who have lost loved ones recently.

[sara_17]

This is the first time I have posted anything. I have been touched very deapley by stevie and her music over the years. During this last concert I had front row tickets at red rocks and had the privlige to meet her. my heart is so very saddend for stevie right now in her time of loss. I have been on a stevie high since the concert. Now things are much clearer in my eyes what really counts is your family. Love them and cherish them cause you dont know whats going to happen tomarow. I hope stevie will pull through this one ok. my prayers and thoughts are with her tonight.

[desertangel]

My thoughts and prayers to Stevie and her family. RIP Jess. :angel:

After reading the paragraph following the letter to Jennings on nicksfix, I had a feeling too. Those of us who have lost parents know how hard it is. My dad passed in 2002. I've never been married and don't have a significant other either, so I know how hard this is going to be for Stevie. Hopefully she's a much stronger person than I am when it comes to things that are really hard. Maybe we'll even get some wonderful new songs from it. I wrote like a fiend after my dad died.

[StreetAngel86]

i hardly ever post here or check for updates since Uni started back 3 weeks ago but coming online and finding this out today, is very depressing.
I think this is the case for many people, but you don't need to know someone personally to be affected by a death or a tragedy someone you love has to go through. Poor Stevie. Sending you and your family loads of love and hugs :nod: ::: mwah :::

[trackaghost]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:

Well, I just know when my own father died it meant a lot to me to know people cared, no matter how well I knew them.
I'm pretty certain that Stevie will never read this thread but if she did all she would see is an outpouring of love and sympathy for her. I fail to see how that is a bad thing.

Rest in peace Jess.

[MACFAN]

My heart goes out to Stevie and everyone else here who has lost a parent. I cant even imagine what life would be like without my parents. When I was a young kid (this may sound morbid) but I would pray that I would die before my parents. OK Im crying now.

[lagringader&r]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:

Before I get to what's actually important, I'll start with you. You really are a piece of work. Internet stalkers? This from the same girl who somehow knows and has posted of a house in Malibu that Stevie supposedly bought (even though that information is nowhere to be found on the internet) and one that your innuendos suggest strongly she will be sharing with Lindsey Buckingham, a married man with three children (no, your *code* speak doesn't go over my head, dear). I'd say that's internet stalking or possibly just plain stalking to the max. I know you have your group of *friends* here who will back you up, but I stand by this next statement: GET OVER YOURSELF and more importantly, YOU stay out of Stevie's business!

Now onto to what's really important: I really hoped this news wasn't true because I know how much Stevie loves her dad and he seemed like such a sweet man. Even though I'm sure you won't be reading this, Stevie, your fans are thinking about you and loving you even more during this time. Keep strong as you've always taught us to do. We love you. Peace to you and your family. :angel:

[eclipse]

Perhaps Stevie never will read any of this. But we write here for US- The community of Ledgies. We share a bond and Stevie is that bond, or Fleetwood Mac or whatever brings you here, to read or to post, that is the bond.
This bond is what keeps us all caring and sharing our emotions.

We all fell very sad that Stevie has lost her Dad. I think from reading different articles, that he has not been in the best of health and it was only a matter of time before he "left". Hopefully all the family were together for this difficult and sad moment in time.

I believe- As long as someone remains in your heart and your thoughts-they are never really gone...I hope and wish Stevie the same belief.

She and her Dad had a long ride together....Now is her time to reflect back on that, and be happy for the love and memories. Unfortunatly, it was time for him to go.
I think she will be strong for her Mom, and pray to be stong, for as long as she needs to be....

With my deepest sympathy to all the Daughters who have lost Fathers,
always,
~~eclipse~~

[xdreamsunwindx]

This is so, so sad. My sympathies to Stevie and her family. Rest in peace, Jess. <3

[littlecricket2]

I heard this on a mailing list and from someone who lives in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area who heard it on the radio. This is so sad; I know Stevie's dad has always been her hero and she must be beside herself with grief. I'm glad she has time to mourn since the tour is over--who knows, if she still had any dates left (hypothetically) she may have cancelled them anyway, which would be understandable. I'm glad she didn't have to go through that.

My thoughts are with the Nicks family. :distress:

[michelle2677]

My heart goes out to steive and her family during this difficult time. I have never lost a parent, so I can't imagine what she and the others are going thru, but my prayers are w/ you all :(

[face of glass]

My condolences to all the Ledgies who have lost loved ones recently, and also to Stevie's family.

[GateandGarden]

When I got up this morning and saw the title of this thread, I was just hoping it wasn't what I thought it was, but I it turned out it was. My heart goes out to her and her family, and to all the Ledgies who have lost loved ones recently, too. My deepest sympathies go to those who have to cope with the loss of a parent.

[DeeGeMe]

My sympathies to Stevie, Chris, Barbara, and their entire family. And to all the Ledgies here who have recently lost loved ones. I know this will be so very hard for all of them and for all of the Ledgies here who have lost people they love.

And one more note-if you must bash one another, could you please either take it private or do it in another thread? Have some decency and some class, okay? This is NOT the thread to do that in, nor is this the time.

[MoonChilde]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:
SHAME ON YOU! Whooooooooo are you???Shame on you for trying to take this thread and turn it into anything other than good people conveying their sorrow and affection for someone who has touched their lives ..blahhhhhhhhhh

My prayers will be with the Nicks family ,I am so very sorry for their loss.
Stevie stay strong beautiful child,and know that your father is with you always...

[HejiraNYC]

Peace and light to Jess and the Nicks clan and to all of you who have lost family recently. I am especially grateful that Jess gave us this wonderful gift of music. Without his support, encouragement and faith in his daughter (as well as genes), the world would be a less beautiful place.

[ThePenguin]

Well, this was sad news to wake up to, although after hearing how ill he was recently, I am not totally shocked by it. So very sorry to hear of his passing. Stevie and her dad seemed to have a very special relationship; she and her family are in my thoughts today.

-Lis

[Lee]

OMG, I just thought he had a broken leg; I didn't know he was that sick. My condolences to Stevie & her family. :distress:

Lee :distress:

[Songbird4]

I am keeping Stevie and her familiy in my thoughts and prayers. I have a wonderful memory of Jess dancing to Don't Stop in his wheelchair in Atlanta in 2003. He was adorable. And from what I understand he was a wonderful man who was loved by many.

My grandmother passed away on Tuesday morning. We had just had a family party on Sunday and she was able to see everyone. I had extended my trip up to Boston on Monday so that I could spend a little more time with her and then she passed away Tuesday morning. She died in her sleep which was a saving grace for us. She didn't suffer any more than she had to. And it is nice to know that now she is finally at peace. I'm glad that Stevie was finished with her tour. I really think that everything happens for a reason. There is a reason that Stevie finished on Saturday and there is a reason that I extended my stay just a few more days. It doesn't make it easier, but it helps to be close by and not have to travel to get to your family. Unfortunately there really isn't anything that anyone can say to make it all better right now, and I am sure that Stevie feels the same way. It takes time, but it helps to have your family and friends around.

I also want to extend my condolences to all the Ledgies that have also lost loved ones, especially parents. From what I can see with my mom and her siblings it is very difficult. I hope that you have the rest of your family there for support.

~Kim

[lagringader&r]

I am keeping Stevie and her familiy in my thoughts and prayers. I have a wonderful memory of Jess dancing to Don't Stop in his wheelchair in Atlanta in 2003. He was adorable. And from what I understand he was a wonderful man who was loved by many.

My grandmother passed away on Tuesday morning. We had just had a family party on Sunday and she was able to see everyone. I had extended my trip up to Boston on Monday so that I could spend a little more time with her and then she passed away Tuesday morning. She died in her sleep which was a saving grace for us. She didn't suffer any more than she had to. And it is nice to know that now she is finally at peace. I'm glad that Stevie was finished with her tour. I really think that everything happens for a reason. There is a reason that Stevie finished on Saturday and there is a reason that I extended my stay just a few more days. It doesn't make it easier, but it helps to be close by and not have to travel to get to your family. Unfortunately there really isn't anything that anyone can say to make it all better right now, and I am sure that Stevie feels the same way. It takes time, but it helps to have your family and friends around.

I also want to extend my condolences to all the Ledgies that have also lost loved ones, especially parents. From what I can see with my mom and her siblings it is very difficult. I hope that you have the rest of your family there for support.

~Kim

Kim, I am really sorry for your grandma, you and your family. Peace to all of you and to anybody here who has ever lost somebody no matter how long it's been.

[ka10]

Stevie's dad has passed away... sometime yesterday.

My thoughts go out to Stevie and her family. :distress:

~Kat

[CrystalVisions]

I'm so heartbroken for Stevie. My deepest sympathies to her & the entire Nicks family. I wish them all the love and support in the world right now.

I feel the same...I was just thinking yesterday about him. I was thinking about the 1981 Rolling Stone interview, and how Stevie spoke of her Dad with so much emotion, and how much he meant to her...

To Stevie and the Nicks family, my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

[paleshadow]

Thanks to everyone who expressed their sympathy to myself and the others who have lost loved ones recently. My thoughts are with them as well.

[DrummerDeanna]

Oh my :distress: That is very sad news. Like many of you - I am not completely surprised - as I kind of figured he was bad off because of Stevie's Jennings letter thing - I mean not thinking he was going to make it through a simple surgery - he was obviously not doing well.

He has gone to a better place - and my prayers are with Stevie and her family - it must be really hard for them.

[GateandGarden]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:When I saw this post, I wanted to respond to it, but I also didn't want to add to any negativity or ill feelings of any kind to a thread like this. So, with that thought in mind, I just want to say that I think we should all try to get along for the sake of this subject matter. I know we won't all always get along and we're destined to bicker at times because that's the way of our board, but I think it would be wonderful if we could band together in the name of love at a time like this, a dark one for someone who has touched all of our lives in a very positive way, big or small.

[Livia]

Very sad news to wake up to this morning...my heartfelt condolences to the Nicks family and everyone who knew and loved Jess... :angel:

[DrummerDeanna]

When I saw this post, I wanted to respond to it, but I also didn't want to add to any negativity or ill feelings of any kind to a thread like this. So, with that thought in mind, I just want to say that I think we should all try to get along for the sake of this subject matter. I know we won't all always get along and we're destined to bicker at times because that's the way of our board, but I think it would be wonderful if we could band together in the name of love at a time like this, a dark one for someone who has touched all of our lives in a very positive way, big or small.


Wow. I hadn't even read that highly innapropriate post. But I agree with you Hillary :nod: well said.

[skcin]

I had a feeling this was coming. Still doesn't make it any easier to read. My thoughts are with the Nicks family.

[blackcat]

There is something we can do, even fans who don't post here:

http://www.azheartfoundation.org/database.asp?id=2


It will mean more than flowers or cards to Stevie right now.

I don't need to put down all the lyrics to
Has Anyone Ever Written Anything For You

You know them by heart.

"Has anyone ever given anything to you
In your darkest hours
Did you ever give it back
Well, I have
I have given that to you
If it's all I ever do
This is your song"

It's something you can do for Stevie. Something positive.
love, blackcat

[BTFLCHLD]

omg what a tragedy :(

[SpyNote]

There is something we can do, even fans who don't post here:

http://www.azheartfoundation.org/database.asp?id=2


It will mean more than flowers or cards to Stevie right now.

Excellent idea. Thanks for posting the link.

[Violet]

Such sad news. :distress: My thoughts and prayers go out to Stevie and all the ledgies who've lost loved ones recently.

Carol

[rbs3676]

Prayers and sympathy go out to Nicks family...

rbs

[JohnL]

in his memory. So sad...

[Tango]

I'm donating too. We can do this.

[mondaymornin1]

:( My prayers are with you and your family, Stevie.

[seeknpeace]

This is a heartbreaking thing for this entire family. Someone who gets lost in the equation is Chris. He loved his dad fiercely. The one time he would get a sparkle in his eye and his attention would totally change would be when Jess would come around. He always made sure to have his dad's favorite beverage in his travel home, he was always attentive and respectful. He loved his dad very much, in the background.

My heart breaks for the entire family. Stevie and Chris will come together to grieve, I am sure. Just don't forget Chris if you light a candle, say a prayer, or pause for a moment of reflection. I know we all will remember Stevie.

Jan

[gldstwmn]

I am so sorry to hear this. My condolences to the Nicks family.

[SandyMac]

My heart sank when I first saw this news. I didn't want to believe it. Stevie's parents have been in my thoughts recently and I know this day had to come someday, I just hoped it wouldn't be this soon.

Like others are saying, I am glad that Stevie finished up her tour before his passing. I know the last 3 shows were hard on Stevie because of Jess having surgery.

My prayers go out to Stevie and the whole Nicks Family. I wish I could give Stevie and the whole family hugs.

I wonder if the Nicks Fix will post an official statement and maybe a way that we can send our prayers and sympathies to the Nicks Family.

-Sandy

[gldstwmn]

Though I'm not sure how this will come out, I have to say that I'm relieved that he didn't pass away while she was on tour. I think Stevie would have felt horribly guilty had she lost her father while she was out on the road somewhere. My hope is that she was by his side, where I'm sure she would want to have been.

My deepest sympathies are with Stevie and the Nicks family. Eighty-One years is a good, long life, but even that isn't long enough when it comes to our parents.

Beautifully said.

[Ghost_Tracker]

[
My prayers go out to Stevie and the whole Nicks Family. I wish I could give Stevie and the whole family hugs.

I wonder if the Nicks Fix will post an official statement and maybe a way that we can send our prayers and sympathies to the Nicks Family.



For whatever it's worth, there have been some indications in the chat

room on Nicksfix that it may be some time yet. The exact quote that

I've seen several times from people supposedly "in the know"

is that the family wants to release information "on their own terms."

I've seen that phrase used several times so it may be coming from

pretty high up in the chain of command, if you catch my drift.

Let's give them time, and space, and honor their wishes during this

extremely difficult times. I'm sure they know that we care and that

we're praying for them.

Uhm, also I could be wrong and I certainly don't speak for him but -

John is usually very good about posting things right away,

and about squashing rumours.

His silence,

speaks volumes.

I think maybe if and when they would like to receive cards, e-mail, etc.,

they'll let us know.

I have the impression that right now they're locking the doors and

battening down the hatches, metaphorically speaking -

so let's respect their wishes.

I'm not trashing anybody, by the way, I'm just saying, that it may be

some time,

and I wouldn't be surprised if it's several days before Nicksfix is updated.

[gldstwmn]

Perhaps Stevie never will read any of this. But we write here for US- The community of Ledgies. We share a bond and Stevie is that bond, or Fleetwood Mac or whatever brings you here, to read or to post, that is the bond.
This bond is what keeps us all caring and sharing our emotions.

We all fell very sad that Stevie has lost her Dad. I think from reading different articles, that he has not been in the best of health and it was only a matter of time before he "left". Hopefully all the family were together for this difficult and sad moment in time.

I believe- As long as someone remains in your heart and your thoughts-they are never really gone...I hope and wish Stevie the same belief.

She and her Dad had a long ride together....Now is her time to reflect back on that, and be happy for the love and memories. Unfortunatly, it was time for him to go.
I think she will be strong for her Mom, and pray to be stong, for as long as she needs to be....

With my deepest sympathy to all the Daughters who have lost Fathers,
always,
~~eclipse~~

That's beautiful eclipse. Thank you. :xoxo:

[DestinyRules]

That's so sad. My grandmother lost her husband in 1996 and her daughter in 1999. My aunt was only 50. My grandfather was 71.

"Edge of Seventeen" and "Landslide" will take on a whole new meaning.

[gldstwmn]

This is a heartbreaking thing for this entire family. Someone who gets lost in the equation is Chris. He loved his dad fiercely. The one time he would get a sparkle in his eye and his attention would totally change would be when Jess would come around. He always made sure to have his dad's favorite beverage in his travel home, he was always attentive and respectful. He loved his dad very much, in the background.

My heart breaks for the entire family. Stevie and Chris will come together to grieve, I am sure. Just don't forget Chris if you light a candle, say a prayer, or pause for a moment of reflection. I know we all will remember Stevie.

Jan

I am most worried for Barbara. :(

[DashingDan]

Stevie's Dad introduced her at her WildHeart Tour stop in Worcester, MA, in June (I believe it was June) 1983, just like he did on the HBO video. At the time, being a teenager, I thought it was uncool that he would be at his daughter's concert. I thought that she'd have to tone down or temper her performance. Now I just think that it was cool that he was there.

[Wild Heart]

This is such sad news. I was afraid it would not be long when I read her letter. It sounded like his health may have been failing before he broke his leg. I can tell you from personal experience that the broken leg alone is a very serious situation in a person at that age. My dad is in his early seventies and he fell last year and broke his leg just below the knee. He was in the hospital for a month. He had two surgeries at that time and after the second he had some complications and he didn't seem to recover as quickly. It was very scary. There were two days that I really thought I may lose my dad but then he suddenly turned around, after they made some adjustments to his post-op care, and recovered. I'm happy to say he even went back to work and is doing very well. He had to have one more surgery this spring to repair some more of the damage but he's come through like a champ to the amazement of his doctor.

I know what Stevie has been through these last few weeks. It's so hard when an older person like Jess and my dad break something. There's so much risk for complications like infections, especially pneumonia. It's even greater is the person's health is already failing. I think the fact my dad was in such good health and had such a positive attitude is what saved him. I wish Stevie and her dad had a happier ending.

I want to extend my sympathy to Stevie and her family. I hope they take comfort in the memories of the time they had with Jess and how much he loved her, Barbara, Chris, Lori, and young Jessie and what a special person he was to them and the community. I know he will be dearly missed.

I also want to extend my sympathy to the Ledgies that have recently lost loved ones.

For some reason, these lyrics kept running through my head the night I watched my grandmother pass away nine years ago this summer. It was only then that I felt like I finally truly understood what Stevie was writing about in this song and for some reason it seemed comforting.

Well then suddenly
there was no one left
Standing in the hallway
In a flood of tears
That no one really ever heard fall
Well I went searchin for an answer
Up the stairs and down the hall
But I did not find the answer
But I did hear the call
Of a nightbird singing
Come away come away

[strandinthewind]

This is a heartbreaking thing for this entire family. Someone who gets lost in the equation is Chris. He loved his dad fiercely. The one time he would get a sparkle in his eye and his attention would totally change would be when Jess would come around. He always made sure to have his dad's favorite beverage in his travel home, he was always attentive and respectful. He loved his dad very much, in the background.

My heart breaks for the entire family. Stevie and Chris will come together to grieve, I am sure. Just don't forget Chris if you light a candle, say a prayer, or pause for a moment of reflection. I know we all will remember Stevie.

Jan


Hello Jan!!!!!

It is good to see you and I hope you are doing GREAT!!!!!!!!!!

I agree, it is devastating for the whole Nicks family. They have been in my thoughts all day.

[jkmaletic]

Excellent idea with posting the AHI link!

I just decided to do the San Diego Heart Walk September 17th. (wow- I just realized the date - the 17th.) I plan to walk in memory of Jess Nicks.
Anyone who would like to sponsor me can PM me.
~Jamie

[Dealer]

Tears are drying on my face staring at the screen because I feel the need to say something but not sure what. And it's not so much for the death of a gentleman I never met. It's more for the man that I called Dad. We had an extremely complicated relationship that I don't know that I'll ever quite figure out. After his death I've even been told he wasn't my real dad. Doesn't matter. We overcame a thousand reasons to hate each other and made something where there was nothing for a long time. And then right about the time that he died "Touched by an Angel" showed up like a secret little gift and it helped me feel a little bit better..just like we all learn to do when we lose someone like that...and because the words were so very appropriate to my family's situation.
I guess I just wish I could give back that special thing that Stevie's words bring to me and let her know I was sharing her pain and thinking of her.....and maybe I just did.......RIP Jess.....and God Bless.

[Ghost_Tracker]

Tears are drying on my face staring at the screen because I feel the need to say something but not sure what. And it's not so much for the death of a gentleman I never met. It's more for the man that I called Dad. We had an extremely complicated relationship that I don't know that I'll ever quite figure out. After his death I've even been told he wasn't my real dad. Doesn't matter. We overcame a thousand reasons to hate each other and made something where there was nothing for a long time. And then right about the time that he died "Touched by an Angel" showed up like a secret little gift and it helped me feel a little bit better..just like we all learn to do when we lose someone like that...and because the words were so very appropriate to my family's situation.
I guess I just wish I could give back that special thing that Stevie's words bring to me and let her know I was sharing her pain and thinking of her.....and maybe I just did.......RIP Jess.....and God Bless.


Just simply wanted to say: --------> :xoxo:

[SandyMac]

I am keeping Stevie and her familiy in my thoughts and prayers. I have a wonderful memory of Jess dancing to Don't Stop in his wheelchair in Atlanta in 2003. He was adorable. And from what I understand he was a wonderful man who was loved by many.

My grandmother passed away on Tuesday morning. We had just had a family party on Sunday and she was able to see everyone. I had extended my trip up to Boston on Monday so that I could spend a little more time with her and then she passed away Tuesday morning. She died in her sleep which was a saving grace for us. She didn't suffer any more than she had to. And it is nice to know that now she is finally at peace. I'm glad that Stevie was finished with her tour. I really think that everything happens for a reason. There is a reason that Stevie finished on Saturday and there is a reason that I extended my stay just a few more days. It doesn't make it easier, but it helps to be close by and not have to travel to get to your family. Unfortunately there really isn't anything that anyone can say to make it all better right now, and I am sure that Stevie feels the same way. It takes time, but it helps to have your family and friends around.

I also want to extend my condolences to all the Ledgies that have also lost loved ones, especially parents. From what I can see with my mom and her siblings it is very difficult. I hope that you have the rest of your family there for support.

~Kim

Kim, I am sorry for the loss of your Grandmother. My Grandmother passed just 2 years ago yesterday. I still think of her often and hold her memory and love in my heart. I also want to extend my sympathies to the other Legies on the board that have lost someone close to them.

[sarafield]

Aw man, I was just watching The Dance this a.m. before work and saw the "This is for you Daddy" part. Sad news. :(

[ShangriLaTroubl]

I'm just finding out the news, how sad...my thoughts go to Stevie and her family...RIP Jesse

Chris

[LeighB04]

"Emotion Runs Deep Between Stevie Nicks and her Dad" Cox News Service, Linda Romine

Jess Nicks always knew his daughter would succeed. But he had no idea she would become one of the leading female rock singers of her generation, or that he would one day have to help her fight for her life.

Today, at 42, Stevie Nicks is a bona fide star who juggles a dual career as a solo artist anda 15-year veteran of supergroup Fleetwood Mac.

Meanwhile, her father, a crusty 65-year-old, runs Compton Terrace, an amphitheater he built southwest of Phoenix. Last weekend, a few days after his daughter and Fleetwood Mac had performed there, he reflected on the love he and Stevie share.

"Most fathers and daughters have a special relationship," he said. "Fathers tend to spoil their little girls."

As a little girl, Stevie lived an affluent life. Jess Nicks worked as a corporate executive who traveled the world.

Throughout their childhood, Stevie and her younger brother, Christopher, moved with their parents from Phoenix to El Paso, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Chicago. But Arizona has been home to the Nickses for the past 20 years, and Stevie's home is six blocks away from her parents'.

Spend time talking with Jess and Stevie Nicks and their deep affection for one another is overwhelmingly apparent. Each recalls humourous experiences that have bonded tehm through the years, and each becomes sentimental to the point of tears.

"Stevie's been spoiled all her life," Jess Nicks explained unapologetically. "Poor little thing," he began, as a smile crossed his face. "Once she wanted a special little pair of shoes, and her mother told her no, that they were too expensive. So Stevie didn't tell me about that, but she came to me and asked me if I would buy her the shoes. Of course I bought them for her."

He puffed on his cigarette and grinned. "Burned her mother up."

Jess savors another memory, from Stevie's high school years. The occasion was a father-daughter night in which he and Stevie performed to a recording of "King of the Road."

"I was singing away, and Stevie was singing away," he said between howls of laughter. "Well, she gets to laughing, and I get to laughing, and I'll be damned if she didn't wet her pants - right there on stage!"

"I got the giggles during the first line, 'Trailer for sale or rent,' and I was just hysterical," Stevie remembered with amusement. "And we had actually practiced this! We practiced for a week! But he kept on singing - he's got a really good voice - and he would give me this look like, 'How could you do this to me?' "

Another indication of the closeness Stevie shares with her dad is reflected in the steady stream of affectionate notes they send to one another. A sample of Jess's most recent card to Stevie: "A son is a son until he takes a wife," he said, as tears filled his eyes. He paused to gather his composure, and continued. "But my daughter is my daughter every day of her life..."

Career pressures have been hard on Jess Nick's daughter, who four years ago was addicted to prescription drugs, he said. At the time, Jess and Barbara Nicks feared their superstar daughter would either die from her chemical dependency or commit suicide. After repeated attempts to help her, they flew to Los Angeles one night and convinced her to enter the Betty Ford Center in California.

"She resisted it when we confronted her with it," he said. "She was concerned...that it would be publicized and be detrimental to her career. We spentmost of the night with her and convinced her though, that it was for her health. Finally, she said, 'OK, Daddy, I'll do it.'

"It's tough. It's really tough," he said, shaking his head. "Christ, the career means nothing ot the parents when it comes to the health of your children."

Stevie Nicks remembered her parents' lifesaving intervention from a different perspective.

"He basically said to me, 'How could you possibly even consider putting me through not having you for the rest of my life?' " she recalled quietly. "He said, 'Do you have any idea what it would do to me if you weren't around? You may be rock 'n' roll star to the rest of the world, but you still my daughter, and if you were to die...' "

Overcome with emotion, she could not continue the sentence.

After 28 days at the Betty Ford Center, Stevie was determined to turn her life around. And she has.

"It is scary. It is frightening, " she explained. "But I walked out of those doors saying to myself, 'I'm gonna win this. I'm not gonna disappoint my dad. I'm not going to break his heart.' "

Today, father and daughter are proud of her hard-won sobriety. As life's challenges continue, Jess continues to inspire his beloved daughter. "I can always go home," Stevie explained, as if reassuring herself. "Everybody who knows me knows when it comes to me, there is nothing first in my dad's mind. He could give two cents about everbody else. I am the only one that matters."

"It's wonderfuld to have a father like that."

[seeker007nmss]

"Emotion Runs Deep Between Stevie Nicks and her Dad" Cox News Service, Linda Romine

"It's wonderfuld to have a father like that."


um....already posted previously up above (post 14). But I thought so too! :nod:

[mikeschmike]

"This is for you Daddy..."

My condolences to the entire Nicks family and to everyone who was touched by the warmth and kindness that was Jess Nicks. Also to all of the Ledgies who were complled to share their own stories of grief and loss...my heart goes out to you. Whether you're 57 or twelve, the death of a parent is shattering. I wish all of you peace during your own personal mourning, and I wish the same for Stevie and her family.

[LeighB04]

um....already posted previously up above (post 14). But I thought so too! :nod:


Sorry... didn't read every message.. but it's so beautiful, it bears repeating

[wondergirl9847]

My condolences go out to Stevie, her family and those who loved Jesse Nicks. May God bring them comfort in this time of sorrow. :(

[Lisa1769]

This is so saddening. My thoughts will be with them.

[enchantd1]

This is such sad news. I will keep Stevie and all of her family in my thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine how heartbreaking it would be to lose a parent. I also offer my deepest sympathies to all the Ledgies here who have posted about recently losing loved ones as well.

[JazmenFlowers]

I have been so sick over this news I can't even search my usual sites or post on the Ledge. Such sad news a such a huge loss.

Much love to Stevie/Nicks family and everyone touched by her dad...

"so I close my eyes softly til I become that part of the wind" - makes me want to cry

[STEVEHEDRICK]

She will be okay! very strong woman who everyone adores~! I doubt she reads any board stuff so she is in our thoughts! :xoxo:

[Rickypt]

What more can be said, I also send my love to Stevie and her family. It was always touching to see how much Stevie adored her dad, and vice-versa.

When she left the AHI party in '98, a bunch of us followed her out to the limo to see if she would say goodbye to us. She completely ignored us because she was so concerned about getting her father out of the restaurant and into the car with her. You could see the love in her face when he finally came out.

This is a wonderful thread, filled with humanity.

[Raeven Skye]

This is my first post here~where I've been reading and lurking for a few weeks...finding people of my own heart...I lost my beloved father 6 months ago (almost to the day) after a 3 month battle with pneumonia (in the hospital). Stevie was there for me every day. When I didn't think I could take another step, Rhiannon came to guide me. Seeing her show in Charlotte this summer was amazing, and HAEWAFY meant something very different to me this time. Since I can't really give anything back, I send everyone my prayers and light. I pray that Stevie and her family find strength in each other as they struggle to understand all that has happened.

[all the same]

This is my first post here~where I've been reading and lurking for a few weeks...finding people of my own heart...I lost my beloved father 6 months ago (almost to the day) after a 3 month battle with pneumonia (in the hospital). Stevie was there for me every day. When I didn't think I could take another step, Rhiannon came to guide me. Seeing her show in Charlotte this summer was amazing, and HAEWAFY meant something very different to me this time. Since I can't really give anything back, I send everyone my prayers and light. I pray that Stevie and her family find strength in each other as they struggle to understand all that has happened.

I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. I lost my grandfather a couple years ago and my mother still hasn't recovered. Loss is very difficult.

[Highwayman]

My heart goes out to the Nicks family. This news reminded me of a wonderful song about a father's passing. I often thought this would be a perfect song for Stevie to sing, so gentle and heartfelt.

LOSING
(from the album "Holy Smokes")
(Words and Music by Suzzy Roche, 1997)

high moon, old mountain
headlights are hurting my eyes
i must be tired
road after road after road

i am aching
it happened
somebody died i love
road after road after road
i don't know where you are

time might take it
make it into something you say...a fact
road after road after road

i looked into your drawer of hankies
a chair with nobody there...a hat
road after road after road
i don't know where i am

these roads that wind around are losing me...losing
i drove out of your town losing you...losing

back into my home
a city
insignificant speck of dust
road after road after road

how come i don't feel
i'm living
my heart beat and it broke
so i must
be
road after road after road
i don't know where you are

these roads that wind around are losing me...losing
i drove out of your town losing you...losing

[DrummerDeanna]

Wow - I am also sorry for all of you Ledgies who have lost someone recently :distress: I can't even imagine - I am lucky enough not to have suffered that kind of loss yet - you are all in my thoughts :o

[HejiraNYC]

There is something we can do, even fans who don't post here:

http://www.azheartfoundation.org/database.asp?id=2




That's an excellent idea! I think we should send out a virtual "collection plate" around the Ledge and send the AZ Heart Institute a huge donation from "The Ledge in the name of Jess Nicks." Maybe we can designate one person to accept funds into their paypal account or something... If we each donate something like $20 or $30 it will add up very, very quickly. :nod:

[BlackWidow]

That's an excellent idea! I think we should send out a virtual "collection plate" around the Ledge and send the AZ Heart Institute a huge donation from "The Ledge in the name of Jess Nicks." Maybe we can designate one person to accept funds into their paypal account or something... If we each donate something like $20 or $30 it will add up very, very quickly. :nod:
Great idea..I would do it!

[SweetGirl24]

That's an excellent idea! I think we should send out a virtual "collection plate" around the Ledge and send the AZ Heart Institute a huge donation from "The Ledge in the name of Jess Nicks." Maybe we can designate one person to accept funds into their paypal account or something... If we each donate something like $20 or $30 it will add up very, very quickly. :nod:


This is a great idea! I imagine it would be a great turn out and it would be a nice gesture for us to do.

[lbelle1214]

There is something we can do, even fans who don't post here:

http://www.azheartfoundation.org/database.asp?id=2


It will mean more than flowers or cards to Stevie right now.

I don't need to put down all the lyrics to
Has Anyone Ever Written Anything For You

You know them by heart.

"Has anyone ever given anything to you
In your darkest hours
Did you ever give it back
Well, I have
I have given that to you
If it's all I ever do
This is your song"

It's something you can do for Stevie. Something positive.
love, blackcat

That is a wonderful idea.

[lbelle1214]

That's an excellent idea! I think we should send out a virtual "collection plate" around the Ledge and send the AZ Heart Institute a huge donation from "The Ledge in the name of Jess Nicks." Maybe we can designate one person to accept funds into their paypal account or something... If we each donate something like $20 or $30 it will add up very, very quickly. :nod:
Count me in...definitely.

[ShangriLaTroubl]

Count me in...definitely.


Me as well

Chris

[ShangriLaTroubl]

nicksfix :

Wednesday, August 10th, 2005

Dear Friends~

My father died today at 3:06pm. He was a force of nature. He waited until the Fleetwood Mac Tour was over~ I asked him for that. He waited until this summer tour was over~ I asked him for that. He couldn’t leave us during a tour~ he knew that. The last show was Saturday in Vegas. I got here to Phoenix Sunday night. It is Wednesday night. He waited for me.




So now I can cry
I can go to his ocean house with him
His dream house on the water
The porch that he loved
And wanted to build here
A place to watch the sunset
And have a little vodka
A couch to take a nap on
While he watched the sun go down



He did it all, this man of character. He rocked big companies in big business, and he rocked big bands at his venue at Compton Terrace. He was a major player in both realms.

In my father’s painting
The house by the sea
In the dream house
By the water
Go my father and me

[WELSH WITCH]

Sad news.
My heart goes out to Stevie and her family.
And to those who have lost a loved one recently.

[madformac]

Firstly let me send my thoughts and wishes to the Nicks family at this time. Losing a parent is not an easy task to deal with, expected or not.


you know, this kind of backlash is exactly what i was fearing before i decided to post this.. but it would have gotten out sooner or later anyway... i don't see a problem with having a forum for her fans to mourn the death of her father :shrug:


Secondly,

Are you for real? :shrug:

I think that would be pretty tasteless in my opinion.

It's one thing for people to express their sadness at the passing of a celebrity, or even in this case the parent of a celebrity, as he was part of the whole Fleetwood Mac machinery and therefore relevent to this site. But to have a forum for people to discuss the death of somebody most of them don't know is I feel a moral cheap shot and wrong. The one thing most families like to have at this point is privacy. If the story breaks in the media and is reported on sites like this it's justifiable but to then go and launch a forum so people can discuss this topic in detail is not exactly discreet... It may be of good intention but it is very wrong.

Thirdly, I don't believe it is tragic news, very sad yes but hardly tragic. To die at 81 is not tragic whatever the circumstances. A little sense of perspective please.. However emotional.

[DeeGeMe]

Count me in too. I think a mass donation from the Ledgies would be an excellent and much-appreciated gesture.

[wondergirl9847]

I think Liquid meant not an actual forum (aka Ledge), but a forum as a means of expression. Is that right, Liquid?

[ShangriLaTroubl]

I think Liquid meant not an actual forum (aka Ledge), but a forum as a means of expression. Is that right, Liquid?


That is what I thought also...

Chris

[madformac]

I think Liquid meant not an actual forum (aka Ledge), but a forum as a means of expression. Is that right, Liquid?

It's still wrong. This is private family business.

Donations to the AHI would be a better means of expression than a discussion forum..

[ShangriLaTroubl]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:


Well the fact that she posted a message about it on her official site today obviously means she has no problem with people knowing..

Chris

[lbelle1214]

I pray....for Stevie and her family...but without ceasing, for Barbara. Her partner in life for so many years...I suffered the pain of watching my mother for 18 mos after losing my dad, dwelling in loneliness...she built her life around him. After that 18 mos, she went to meet my dad...and it was o.k. to let her go...I knew she had found peace. May God bless, comfort, and protect the entire Nicks family and offer consolation that only he can bring. And for all of the fellow Ledgies that have suffered losses recently, I am so sorry for your losses...love and prayers to you.

[LiquidBlue5000]

Secondly,

Are you for real? :shrug:

I think that would be pretty tasteless in my opinion.

It's one thing for people to express their sadness at the passing of a celebrity, or even in this case the parent of a celebrity, as he was part of the whole Fleetwood Mac machinery and therefore relevent to this site. But to have a forum for people to discuss the death of somebody most of them don't know is I feel a moral cheap shot and wrong.

When i said "forum", i was refering to THIS particular thread... I was not suggesting that we start a whole new forum in honor of Stevie's father death... get a grip and take your negativity somewhere else, thanks..


Thirdly, I don't believe it is tragic news, very sad yes but hardly tragic. To die at 81 is not tragic whatever the circumstances. A little sense of perspective please..

you sound like a very cold person to me.. i would prefer it if you didnt say anything more on this thread, thanks...

[jkmaletic]

I know you guys are already donating to AHI, but please consider sponsoring me for the Heart Walk too. I am doing it in her father's memory, and to be able to tell everyone about how many fans sponsored me in his honor would be awesome. :xoxo:
PM me if interested.
~Jamie

[ShangriLaTroubl]

It's still wrong. This is private family business.

Donations to the AHI would be a better means of expression than a discussion forum..


I dont think it's wrong for us to discuss here in this thread the loss of Stevie's dad--after all this forum is about things relating to Stevie...Also to discuss the life of her Dad--a person who affected her songs in many ways. Many fans have felt very close to the Nicks family....I think she would appreciate the condolences

Chris

[wondergirl9847]

It's still wrong. This is private family business.

Donations to the AHI would be a better means of expression than a discussion forum..

We are only expressing our condolences to Stevie and her family. I don't see how that's wrong. :shrug:

Donations are a great idea.

[LeighB04]

[/QUOTE]
But to have a forum for people to discuss the death of somebody most of them don't know is I feel a moral cheap shot and wrong. The one thing most families like to have at this point is privacy. If the story breaks in the media and is reported on sites like this it's justifiable but to then go and launch a forum so people can discuss this topic in detail is not exactly discreet... It may be of good intention but it is very wrong.

Thirdly, I don't believe it is tragic news, very sad yes but hardly tragic. To die at 81 is not tragic whatever the circumstances. A little sense of perspective please.. However emotional[/QUOTE]



It is, perhaps unfortunately, a sign of the times in which we live, that one famous person's business, becomes everybody's business. How much airtime has been paid to Peter Jenning's passing? But, is his family watching? I doubt it.
Is Stevie's family reading messageboards? I doubt it. I also doubt they would feel that the outpouring of love her fans are showing on this board is somehow a "cheap shot", but would instead be touched by it. Is it wrong to mourn the passing of a stranger? I don't think it is. It would be, perhaps, more wrong, not to show love and support and care for the loss of any person. Perhaps we need to show more of that, instead of less?

I do agree, though, that the death of Jess Nicks is not tragic, and that it is very sad. But, I will not pick on the use of someone's language or perspective at a time like this....some people feel things differently, and we need to respect that. Many on this forum have lost loved ones. It seems as those of us who have been through the loss especially of a parent have memories that come to the surface when we hear about someone else's pain. Sympathy and love can never be described as wrong...

[gldstwmn]

It's still wrong. This is private family business.

Donations to the AHI would be a better means of expression than a discussion forum..

I don't think it's right to tell anyone how to grieve. Talking about it is only normal. It's not like anyone is asking for directions to the funeral.
However, I respect your opinion and you certainly have a right to it.
Can we please, just this one time not get into a huge fight about this? That would be inappropriate at this time, IMO.

[STEVEHEDRICK]

well said!

[ShangriLaTroubl]

I don't think it's right to tell anyone how to grieve. Talking about it is only normal. It's not like anyone is asking for directions to the funeral.
However, I respect your opinion and you certainly have a right to it.
Can we please, just this one time not get into a huge fight about this? That would be inappropriate at this time, IMO.



I agree--although every thread here seems to have some sort of fight in it--I should've known that some people would be angry about fans discussing the loss of STEVIE'S DAD--some people just like something to cause an argument about. If you think its inappropriate, do not participate in the thread...easy

Chris

[wondergirl9847]

Nobody wants to discuss this in detail...they only want to offer their thoughts and prayers to Stevie. Some people have met Mr. Nicks and of course, they are telling their stories, but I don't think anyone here wants to discuss anything, just offer our thoughts. Stevie shared her thoughts on her father at NicksFix as well.

Ya know I love ya, MFM. :xoxo: I don't wanna argue. Perhaps, there is some miscommunication in this thread regarding the word forum. :shrug:

[gldstwmn]

Many on this forum have lost loved ones. It seems as those of us who have been through the loss especially of a parent have memories that come to the surface when we hear about someone else's pain. Sympathy and love can never be described as wrong...

Bravo. You hit the nail on the head with that one.

[lbelle1214]

I think that most would be in agreement with that. A burden is often eased if it is being shared by those who care about you. I think that it helped Stevie to share when she posted. Let's not argue...it's not appropriate

[DestinyRules]

I think if anything, Stevie would probably be more disappointed in seeing the fighting going on here about her family's wishes than she would be in seeing us talking about her father's passing and our feelings about that.

I think Stevie would want to see peace rather than war. "High priestess, she's the keeper of the peace in this." ~

[madformac]

is there something wrong with you??

No. I just have a sense of perspective and realism.



When i said "forum", i was refering to THIS particular thread... I was not suggesting that we start a whole new forum in honor of Stevie's father death... get a grip and take your negativity somewhere else, thanks..

Apologies for me interpeting your statement of "forum" when you mean't "thread".

As for getting a grip. Very lovely wording and sentiment. Negativity.. Well, If you feel it's negative to express my feelings that a family not have it's private business discussed on a forum then I guess I am negative. I'll sleep better now I know..


you sound like a very cold person to me.. i would prefer it if you didnt say anything more on this thread, thanks...

Well. I actually do have sympathy for those friends and family of the deceased.

I don't have a problem with people saying what a wonderful and loving person he was. I am a little concerned by some things. I actually agree with Kelly. It shouldn't be a surprise that privacy is no longer something to be respected. Death is always a good story I guess. As for me being cold. Well, maybe I'm seeing a rather larger picture than I did when I joined the Ledge in 2001. You'll have to ask the rest of the Ledge if I'm a cold person.

As it's your thread I will respect your wishes and I won't post on it again. In fact this may be my last post on the Ledge, period.

:wavey:

[Serrart]

After the message on the Nicksfix I got the sensation he was in critical condition... it's so important he passed away surrounded by those who loved him. All my sympathies to Stevie, her family, and to all the Ledgies who lost someone recently.

Romy

P.S I'm nobody to say this, but could we all please try to avoid polemics in this thread?

[SuzeQuze]

I'm very sad about his death for Stevie because I know he meant so much to her and I've been dreading this day. She wrote a note on the Nicksfix. There is a photo there of she and her Dad, some of her prose and a poem. You all have probably already been there and chatted about it but I haven't had time to read through all of these posts today.

Jess had a very full life, it seems from all accounts he was a wonderful man, may he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with Stevie and her family at this time, and all of you who have lost your parents. I will be sure to give my Dad an extra long hug next time.

:angel:

[StevieNicksEO17]

I'm on vacation, get a chance to come online and my friend IMs me and tells me about Stevie's dad. I couldn't even believe it. I don't even know what I can say. I feel so bad :(

[LiquidBlue5000]

In fact this may be my last post on the Ledge, period.

:wavey:

sounds great.. so long

[Johnny Stew]

It's a pity that we can't even discuss the death of Stevie's father without negativity peppering the thread.

Have we really sunk that low around here?

For the most part, this has been a kind, respectful thread, with sweet comments made by people who have been touched by Stevie's music and are saddened by, or can relate to, the loss she's experiencing. I don't see anything disrespectful about that.

For once... just once... let's not dissolve into bickering and grade-school behaviour.

[skcin]

^ Thank you, Johnny Stew. The voice of reason yet again.

[GateandGarden]

As it's your thread I will respect your wishes and I won't post on it again. In fact this may be my last post on the Ledge, period.

:wavey:I wish you wouldn't feel that way and I'm sorry that you do. :(

[SandyMac]

I didn't expect a note from Stevie about her Dad, just a news statement about his passing on the Nicks Fix. When I read her note, tears started to flow down my face, I couldn't stop them. It is nice that she wrote that note to her friends and wanted it posted on her site to share with her fans as well.

:angel:

[Starling]

As far as the bickering goes....well....

I think the whole thing just got misunderstood and blown out of proportion. When someone dies, anyone, even if you don't 'know' them but are familiar with their background via a huge medium such as Stevie (or anyone), it brings the topic of death very close and personal to each of us, as we will each eventually face it ourselves and someone we're close to. I think, as humans, talking about it, expressing sorrow and sympathy because it hits close to home, is natural. I can't imagine that sending condolences would be off-putting...and this is more for us than for Stevie, as most likely, she is spending her energy on her family and herself. I don't personally feel that this is innapropriate to express a heart felt sorrow of Jess' passing...even if most of us didn't know the man, the fact that it's a death, something deep and touches all of us, is what's being conveyed. Death can feel tragic to the person who's dealing with the loss...and to others', it's sad and upsetting. I think it all depends on one's viewpoint and situation. Anyhow....
I hope that made sense!

[Nixxxed]

My condolences to everyone who's expressed loss in this thread, and of course to those who loved Mr. Nicks.

[eclipse]

As it's your thread I will respect your wishes and I won't post on it again. In fact this may be my last post on the Ledge, period.

:wavey:

OK LISTEN TO ME- Liquid and Mac...
Emotions are running too high- I can feel them way over here in New Hampshire. You both just need to calm, calm, down. You are both passionate in your opinions-which is clear- but the Emotions are getting the best of you both. :distress: (Not a good thing)

We don't want to never hear from Mac again and we don't want Liquid to be angry. What we all want to be a community of giving/thoughtful/caring, although somewhat too intense..."friends". Isn't that what we try to be to and for each other?

Please, Please LISTEN TO ME- Emotions are running away and are too strong. Take a breath, don't ruin what we all share by letting anger and opinions take on a life of their own.
OK...?? OK!

My wishes for only sweet, calm, soothing, and positive heartfelt interactions, today and tomorrow in our dreams at night ~~
~~eclipse

[editormarf]

It's a pity that we can't even discuss the death of Stevie's father without negativity peppering the thread.

Have we really sunk that low around here?

For the most part, this has been a kind, respectful thread, with sweet comments made by people who have been touched by Stevie's music and are saddened by, or can relate to, the loss she's experiencing. I don't see anything disrespectful about that.

For once... just once... let's not dissolve into bickering and grade-school behaviour.

Absolutely! I couldn't agree more. I think it's a normal reaction, when one hears something sad, to want to share your feelings with other people, especially those who would understand those feelings.

I lost my mother when she was a very young 60--17 years ago and I still feel the loss. I still have my Dad (84) and am very grateful for the time I have with him. I am relating to Stevie now not as a celebrity but as a daughter. And I'm grateful for this forum, and my being able to share my prayers for Stevie and her family with all of you

One quick question: Should I donate to the AHI or do you think something might be posted on the nicksfix about something she'd particularly like (although I'm betting that AHI will be their charity of choice)...

Peace to all of you fellow Ledgies who have lost loved ones...hearing of someone else's loss always brings up your own....

Martha

[NoelGypsy]

God saw you getting tired,
And a cure was not to be,
so he put his arm around you,
And whispered, "Come with me."
With tearful eyes we watched you,
And saw you pass away.
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
God only takes the best.
:angel:

~~My thoughts and prayers go out to the Nicks family~~

[LeighB04]

From Emily Dickinson:

Bereavement in their death to feel
Whom We have never seen—
A Vital Kinsmanship import
Our Soul and theirs—between—

For Stranger—Strangers do not mourn—
There be Immortal friends
Whom Death see first—'tis news of this
That paralyze Ourselves—

Who, vital only to Our Thought—
Such Presence bear away
In dying—'tis as if Our Souls
Absconded—suddenly—

(And my final word on the subject: let us all grieve the loss of loved ones, even those we've never known, together, and honour those who choose not to, as in our diversity, so we are human.)

[Johnny Stew]

One quick question: Should I donate to the AHI or do you think something might be posted on the nicksfix about something she'd particularly like (although I'm betting that AHI will be their charity of choice)...
That's a good question. I imagine that if anything is posted on the Nicksfix about memorial donations, they'd most likely ask that they be made to the Arizona Heart Institute. But they may not post about it at all.

Either way, I'm sure that any donations that Ledgies would like to make to the AHI would be greatly appreciated all around.

And thank you for your comments, Martha. :xoxo:

[TDee]

I kind of had a feeling this was going to happen...I feel so sad for her. I really felt in awe of her when I found out she did the Vegas show knowing what bad shape he was in. I don't think I could have done it. She is so strong..

[strandinthewind]

That's a good question. I imagine that if anything is posted on the Nicksfix about memorial donations, they'd most likely ask that they be made to the Arizona Heart Institute. But they may not post about it at all.

Either way, I'm sure that any donations that Ledgies would like to make to the AHI would be greatly appreciated all around.

And thank you for your comments, Martha. :xoxo:

I am making a donation in his honor. I think it is fitting. I probably will do it annonymously and in his memory - I feel that is somewhat less invasive.

[chiliD]

It's a pity that we can't even discuss the death of Stevie's father without negativity peppering the thread.

Have we really sunk that low around here?

From reading many threads lately...yes, we have. :(

As Nick Lowe wrote & Elvis Costello sang...

"What's so funny about Peace, Love & Understanding"

[Mokona]

I've never heard the story behind why Stevie does the AHI benefits. I'm assuming it's because her father has had heart trouble? Could someone tell me if that's why? And did her father pass away from heart disease?

I lost my grandfather in 1997 to congestive heart failure. It was horrible to see how much discomfort he was in. :(

I'd like to make a donation to AHI as well.

[DrummerDeanna]

I've never heard the story behind why Stevie does the AHI benefits. I'm assuming it's because her father has had heart trouble? Could someone tell me if that's why? And did her father pass away from heart disease?

I lost my grandfather in 1997 to congestive heart failure. It was horrible to see how much discomfort he was in. :(

I'd like to make a donation to AHI as well.


You got it. Her father and I think other members of her extended family have heart issues....I'ms sure someone else can give more details...

[WelshWitchPMD]

That's an excellent idea! I think we should send out a virtual "collection plate" around the Ledge and send the AZ Heart Institute a huge donation from "The Ledge in the name of Jess Nicks." Maybe we can designate one person to accept funds into their paypal account or something... If we each donate something like $20 or $30 it will add up very, very quickly. :nod:


I would be willing to do it also. I have a Paypal account, too. I think that it is a great idea.

[MacMan]

I've never heard the story behind why Stevie does the AHI benefits. I'm assuming it's because her father has had heart trouble? Could someone tell me if that's why? And did her father pass away from heart disease?

I lost my grandfather in 1997 to congestive heart failure. It was horrible to see how much discomfort he was in. :(

I'd like to make a donation to AHI as well.


Nicks' father, Jess, has undergone two heart operations and was chairman of the foundation's board for three decades.

[BlackWidow]

I think if anything, Stevie would probably be more disappointed in seeing the fighting going on here about her family's wishes than she would be in seeing us talking about her father's passing and our feelings about that.

I think Stevie would want to see peace rather than war. "High priestess, she's the keeper of the peace in this." ~
Couldn't have said it better! :angel:

[sableonblond]

That's a good question. I imagine that if anything is posted on the Nicksfix about memorial donations, they'd most likely ask that they be made to the Arizona Heart Institute. But they may not post about it at all.

Either way, I'm sure that any donations that Ledgies would like to make to the AHI would be greatly appreciated all around.

And thank you for your comments, Martha. :xoxo:


Actually, there is a message posted at Taku's site about it...

http://www.takuhirano.com/MamboV4.5-Stable-1.0.9/index.php?option=com_simpleboard&Itemid=28&func=view&id=93&catid=5

[SapphireSister]

It's a pity that we can't even discuss the death of Stevie's father without negativity peppering the thread.

Have we really sunk that low around here?

For the most part, this has been a kind, respectful thread, with sweet comments made by people who have been touched by Stevie's music and are saddened by, or can relate to, the loss she's experiencing. I don't see anything disrespectful about that.

For once... just once... let's not dissolve into bickering and grade-school behaviour.

Can I just say Johnny Stew, you are my hero. You've got to be the most intelligent, sensitive, articulate, caring, non-judgemental poster on the whole Ledge. I really respect you and everything you post. My hats go off to you.
You effin rock!

[Tango]

I would be willing to do it also. I have a Paypal account, too. I think that it is a great idea.

I think it's nice that a few folks want to do something in mass, but maybe it would be quicker and smoother if folks just made donations themselves. It only takes about a minute to donate on line, you get a mailed tax deductible form made directly to the donor and you get to specify who the contribution is in honor of. As Taku points out, you can also pay by check, and the link below makes it possible to contribute either way.

http://www.azheartfoundation.org/database.asp?id=2

It doesn't need to be a large amount. Individual contributions from her many fans might actually be comforting- almost like getting a whole lot of cards.

Taku's getting the word out about the AHI benefit too.

[WelshWitchPMD]

I think it's nice that a few folks want to do something in mass, but maybe it would be quicker and smoother if folks just made donations themselves. It only takes about a minute to donate on line, you get a mailed tax deductible form made directly to the donor and you get to specify who the contribution is in honor of. As Taku points out, you can also pay by check, and the link below makes it possible to contribute either way.

http://www.azheartfoundation.org/database.asp?id=2

It doesn't need to be a large amount. Individual contributions from her many fans might actually be comforting- almost like getting a whole lot of cards.

Taku's getting the word out about the AHI benefit too.


Well, either way it is a good thought. I guess it might be less confusing that way but it was still a good idea, HejiraNYC. :)

[mylittledemon]

It really does not matter how many sources we have all heard this from. This is Stevie's personal family business. Maybe they were trying to get through the funeral without a bunch of internet stalkers showing up? I see that wont be possible now.

After the last thread, I am sure everyones condolences from the Ledge will be her top priority to read. :rolleyes:


I seriously DOUBT that that thought even crossed the Nicks' minds. And if you were a fan and trying something as reprehensible as "stalk" Stevie during her father's funeral, you should be shot.

[Nico]

I'll keep it (somewhat) positive: I'm so sorry for Stevie's great loss and my heart goes out to her and her family. God knows my heart would be broken if anything ever happened to my dad, so I can only imagine how she feels. My thoughts are with her during this difficult time.

[LiquidBlue5000]

OK LISTEN TO ME- Liquid and Mac...
Emotions are running too high- I can feel them way over here in New Hampshire. You both just need to calm, calm, down. You are both passionate in your opinions-which is clear- but the Emotions are getting the best of you both. :distress: (Not a good thing)

We don't want to never hear from Mac again and we don't want Liquid to be angry. What we all want to be a community of giving/thoughtful/caring, although somewhat too intense..."friends". Isn't that what we try to be to and for each other?

Please, Please LISTEN TO ME- Emotions are running away and are too strong. Take a breath, don't ruin what we all share by letting anger and opinions take on a life of their own.
OK...?? OK!

My wishes for only sweet, calm, soothing, and positive heartfelt interactions, today and tomorrow in our dreams at night ~~
~~eclipse


Eclipse.. i appreciate you trying to keep the peace around here... and i really didn't want to fuel madformac's flames by responding to what was said, but felt that my words were being twisted against me, so i had to respond....

my intention was to provide some information to fellow ledgies and to have a forum for Stevie's fans to grieve.. that is all

[strandinthewind]

. . . my intention was to provide some information to fellow ledgies and to have a forum for Stevie's fans to grieve.. that is all

:xoxo: :angel: :xoxo: :angel: :xoxo: :angel: :xoxo: :angel:

[LiquidBlue5000]

:xoxo: :angel: :xoxo: :angel: :xoxo: :angel: :xoxo: :angel:


:xoxo: :o

[trackaghost]

It's one thing for people to express their sadness at the passing of a celebrity, or even in this case the parent of a celebrity, as he was part of the whole Fleetwood Mac machinery and therefore relevent to this site. But to have a forum for people to discuss the death of somebody most of them don't know is I feel a moral cheap shot and wrong. The one thing most families like to have at this point is privacy. If the story breaks in the media and is reported on sites like this it's justifiable but to then go and launch a forum so people can discuss this topic in detail is not exactly discreet... It may be of good intention but it is very wrong.

Thirdly, I don't believe it is tragic news, very sad yes but hardly tragic. To die at 81 is not tragic whatever the circumstances. A little sense of perspective please.. However emotional.

MFM, I sincerely hope you don't go, as I enjoy your posts, but I don't see anything wrong with discussing the death of Stevie's father. The whole tone of this thread has been one of sympathy and of expressing their grief for loved ones they have lost.
I personally don't think it's infringing on Stevie's privacy to express our condolences in this thread.
You're quite right about the tragedy part though, very few people get to have both their parents well into their 50s. Stevie and Chris have been very lucky. 81 is a ripe old age, but it is still terrible to lose someone you love no matter how old they are.

[Nick Stephenson]

I'm a little bit disappointed with you American Ledgies and also a little bit surprised by some of the posts about the passing of Jess Nicks, Stevie's father.

Please stop your in-fighting and join together in grief for a man that you NEVER knew. You might've met him, but you did not KNOW him.

Before you all get hysterical (as usual), let me say that I too have shed a real tear for the passing of Mr Nicks - but simply in the context of my love for Stevie.

Although I've met Stevie three times - in London, UK and LA - in quite intimate but 'working environments', I have never met her father. Like nearly all you Ledgies, I did not know Mr Nicks.

I share her pain. One day I will also have to say goodbye to my wonderful parents. That fact, we all share. Whatever age.

Stevie has been fortunate to have had BOTH her parents for such a long time. Some of us haven't had that privilege.

Jess Nicks was an older man who very fortunately lived a full life - not only because of his daughter's extreme earning power, but also in his own right.

PLEASE let us celebrate his contribution to the world. I wish that I could've created half as much as he did (outside of giving us Stevie, of course!). He was clearly not the man to let things happen - in the passive tense - he CREATED things and helped to make them happen.

Please let me say this without fear of reprisal.

I have followed Stevie for almost 20 years. I know that she is a lot older than me and that one day she will die. My heart will break and I know that I will have to mourn my idol - I have no choice. I will be strong and I will never forget what she brought to me in my darkest hours as well as my most fantastic days.

My goodness, what kind of grief will we collectively suffer when it's Stevie's time?

I know what that day will mean to me and sometimes I dream about what that day will be like. HORRIBLE! I wonder if this online community can get together to console each other when it finally happens? It's an inevitable day that I'm NOT looking forward to. Please let us be there for each other.

My thoughts are with Stevie and her family during this difficult time ...

[SteveMacD]

I think it's quite natural for everybody to be discussing this. Although most of us never met Mr. Nicks, we knew him through Stevie and Fleetwood Mac. Stevie and Mick have talked at lenght over the years about his involvement with the band and with Stevie's solo career. Also, we know how close the Nicks family are. But, not even considering he was her father, he was still a big part of the Mac family, and people are feeling the loss, just as many felt with the passing of Judy Wong earlier this year. However, being the father of a singer-songwriter who has so much of her personal life in her music, I think we all feel a great deal of empathy for Stevie right now.

I will say that I agree this isn't exactly a tragedy. It's very sad, but not tragic. He lived a good full life and passed away. That's the whole cycle of life. Death is a natural part of life. He was a very successful business man, a father of two (one child being one of the most legendary popular musicians of all time), and a grandfather. His family was always close, and were by his side when he passed away. I would say he had about as complete a life as anyone could hope.

[SteveMacD]

My goodness, what kind of grief will we collectively suffer when it's Stevie's time?

I know what that day will mean to me and sometimes I dream about what that day will be like. HORRIBLE! I wonder if this online community can get together to console each other when it finally happens? It's an inevitable day that I'm NOT looking forward to. Please let us be there for each other.
It's inevitable, but let's hope that she has the kind of longevity that her parents have had. Actually, compared to most rock bands, Fleetwood Mac has been VERY lucky in that all sixteen people who've been members of the group are still with us. Many of my other favorite bands can't say the same (especially The Byrds).

[SuzeQuze]

I'm a little bit disappointed with you American Ledgies and also a little bit surprised by some of the posts about the passing of Jess Nicks, Stevie's father.

Please stop your in-fighting and join together in grief for a man that you NEVER knew. You might've met him, but you did not KNOW him.

Before you all get hysterical (as usual), let me say that I too have shed a real tear for the passing of Mr Nicks - but simply in the context of my love for Stevie.

Although I've met Stevie three times - in London, UK and LA - in quite intimate but 'working environments', I have never met her father. Like nearly all you Ledgies, I did not know Mr Nicks.

I share her pain. One day I will also have to say goodbye to my wonderful parents. That fact, we all share. Whatever age.

Stevie has been fortunate to have had BOTH her parents for such a long time. Some of us haven't had that privilege.

Jess Nicks was an older man who very fortunately lived a full life - not only because of his daughter's extreme earning power, but also in his own right.

PLEASE let us celebrate his contribution to the world. I wish that I could've created half as much as he did (outside of giving us Stevie, of course!). He was clearly not the man to let things happen - in the passive tense - he CREATED things and helped to make them happen.

Please let me say this without fear of reprisal.

I have followed Stevie for almost 20 years. I know that she is a lot older than me and that one day she will die. My heart will break and I know that I will have to mourn my idol - I have no choice. I will be strong and I will never forget what she brought to me in my darkest hours as well as my most fantastic days.

My goodness, what kind of grief will we collectively suffer when it's Stevie's time?

I know what that day will mean to me and sometimes I dream about what that day will be like. HORRIBLE! I wonder if this online community can get together to console each other when it finally happens? It's an inevitable day that I'm NOT looking forward to. Please let us be there for each other.

My thoughts are with Stevie and her family during this difficult time ...

I've thought about that alot actually and it will be totally devastating I agree. I will be there to support folks as I know you'll be there for me. I'm very upset even thinking about the possibility in the future so I can imagine how I will feel in reality. Hopefully she will remain rocking for a very long time to come.

:angel:

[jwd]

Stevie, if I could, I'd hug you and tell you how sorry I am. You may never see these words of sympathy expressed in this thread, but somehow you must know your fans are praying for and thinking of you and your family right now. Although your Rock of Gibraltar is gone from you, there is a much higher power that will get you through this difficult time.

Rest in peace Jess.


Donations to the AHI is an excellent idea as a memorial to Jess Nicks.


"Has Anyone Ever Written Anything For You, Did You Ever Give It Back."


With my love, respect, and deep admiration Ms. Nicks.


I would also like to express condolences to all those who have lost loved ones as expressed in this thread.

[DavidMn]

god speed jess you are in a better plave than all of us now :angel:

[DavidMn]

very true we should all consider ourselves lucky for each day

[DavidMn]

you know, this kind of backlash is exactly what i was fearing before i decided to post this.. but it would have gotten out sooner or later anyway... i don't see a problem with having a forum for her fans to mourn the death of her father :shrug:
you know what? your heart was in the right place. thats all that matters man

[MiniLindsey]

It's a terrible shame he had to go, but at the same time I'm happy he got to live to see his daughter become a star. God bless his soul.

[DavidMn]

It's a terrible shame he had to go, but at the same time I'm happy he got to live to see his daughter become a star. God bless his soul.
I rememeber something I said at the end of the SYW tour, and it was that I felt very lucky that all the members of Fleetwood Mac were all still in great health. I wish my life at its end will be 1 millionth what Stevie's dad was. :)

[SuzeQuze]

It's a terrible shame he had to go, but at the same time I'm happy he got to live to see his daughter become a star. God bless his soul.

He also got to see her come back to him when she realized the drugs were killing her. She has said she isolated herself from her family at that time which must have been very painful for him. I'm sure they cherished every moment they had together. I didn't know him but I wish I did.

[jean-mariecowl]

and he was man that noone could take away. that noone could say lied to you. cause the bottomless void was changed with his comfort. he was your constant bridge. the bridge of steel. and no steel can bend from the elements . not anyones elements. and all the years that passed. when the men came and went.... you were there. and like a soft pillow... i could plunge into , regress my stories to you. and you stood like a knight in my frailty. and i was the lil girl. and you are the Daddy. and the angel took you up ... and carried You on its wings. to a place where You will be comforted. so take a rest. lean Your head on his Lap. cause Daddys need to let go of the armor. and be on the cloud of Love. and i know that Daddy will cry. and i know i will too. but rest assured that i go on. and so will you. i love ya Stevie. always . Hes there in Heaven.

[Red]

This is so sad to hear....my heart goes out to the Nicks family and friends as well as the Ledgies here who have recently lost someone. My thoughts are with you all.

[BlackWidow]

I'm a little bit disappointed with you American Ledgies and also a little bit surprised by some of the posts about the passing of Jess Nicks, Stevie's father.

Please stop your in-fighting and join together in grief for a man that you NEVER knew. You might've met him, but you did not KNOW him.

Before you all get hysterical (as usual), let me say that I too have shed a real tear for the passing of Mr Nicks - but simply in the context of my love for Stevie.

Although I've met Stevie three times - in London, UK and LA - in quite intimate but 'working environments', I have never met her father. Like nearly all you Ledgies, I did not know Mr Nicks.

I share her pain. One day I will also have to say goodbye to my wonderful parents. That fact, we all share. Whatever age.

Stevie has been fortunate to have had BOTH her parents for such a long time. Some of us haven't had that privilege.

Jess Nicks was an older man who very fortunately lived a full life - not only because of his daughter's extreme earning power, but also in his own right.

PLEASE let us celebrate his contribution to the world. I wish that I could've created half as much as he did (outside of giving us Stevie, of course!). He was clearly not the man to let things happen - in the passive tense - he CREATED things and helped to make them happen.

Please let me say this without fear of reprisal.

I have followed Stevie for almost 20 years. I know that she is a lot older than me and that one day she will die. My heart will break and I know that I will have to mourn my idol - I have no choice. I will be strong and I will never forget what she brought to me in my darkest hours as well as my most fantastic days.

My goodness, what kind of grief will we collectively suffer when it's Stevie's time?

I know what that day will mean to me and sometimes I dream about what that day will be like. HORRIBLE! I wonder if this online community can get together to console each other when it finally happens? It's an inevitable day that I'm NOT looking forward to. Please let us be there for each other.

My thoughts are with Stevie and her family during this difficult time ...
THANK YOU FOR YOUR BRILLIANT POST.
Thanks for being the voice of reason here. We will lose Stevie one day too.
It is very sad that people can use grief to turn on eachother. Everyone is so quick to turn on eachother...sad.

[Macfanforever]

:angel: Oh no, I feel for Stevie, plus her Mom and her brother. I'm sorry, Her Dad was the best dad to her fans and alike. to me he was like a step dad to me.
I still vision and hear his voice from the HBO Introduction of Stevie in my head.
I know how she's feels now. i've been through it myself. Lets pray for him and for Stevie's sake.Boy I love that man. he was the best dad there is.
Stevie, If you read this. I'm sorry... :angel: :angel: :angel: :angel: :angel:

[buck1nghamn1cks]

I am just thankful that she was by his side. My thoughts are with the Nicks family. Her father now sleeps with :angel:

[amber]

Perezhilton just posted this.
"- And finally, though she is not gay, she is an icon to us and many queers across the world, Miss Stevie Nicks. Our condolences to the Gypsy Woman whose father, Jess Nicks, passed away on Wednesday, August 10th. Our heartfelt love and support goes out to you Stevie and to anyone who is going through a hard time right now."

[Mokona]

You got it. Her father and I think other members of her extended family have heart issues....I'ms sure someone else can give more details...

Nicks' father, Jess, has undergone two heart operations and was chairman of the foundation's board for three decades.Thanks for explaining. I've been thinking of Stevie and her family all day. :(

[tuigirl]

Just want to convey my sympathies to Stevie and her family at this time.

.Also..MFM..I KNOW you personally and suggesting you are cold hearted (Liquid blue) couldn't be more wrong. I think maybe, the word "forum" and "thread" got misconstrued here..I hope you don't end your posting days on the Ledge just because of this...we need some "older" Ledgies around to keep the sanity on these boards, but if you really have decided to go, then we must accept that. :(

[CelticGypsy]

I just heard this. Was on vacation so I just read the news over on Nicksfix. I feel so bad for Stevie and her family. I just hope God keeps them all strong and sending prayers and ((((hugs)))) their way. He lived a good life and he saw his daughter become successful and happy. I am sure he was very, very proud of his little girl. May God bless them.

[Phoenix]

Eclipse.. i appreciate you trying to keep the peace around here... and i really didn't want to fuel madformac's flames by responding to what was said, but felt that my words were being twisted against me, so i had to respond....

my intention was to provide some information to fellow ledgies and to have a forum for Stevie's fans to grieve.. that is all

:angel: You did nothing wrong. This was in no way a "SECRET", nor was it going to be. As I posted before, It was broudcast on the news here in phoenix. Not because the news wanted to be "insensitive", but, here in Arizona, especially in the vally, Jess Nicks was well known. (with or withought his connection to stevie )He was a valued member of the comunity. After reading over all of the posts (all15 pages) only two seemed negative. (they and we know who they are.) Most of the posts are of people coming together, saying beautiful comforting things and deciding to make positive actions like donating to the Arizona heart institute, and such, and there should never be any thing wrong with any of those things. IN MY HUMBLE OPINION :)

[estranged4life]

I have been busy today, with the start of law proceedings in regards to my own Mother's death, then I finally got time to read that Stevie's father passed away...

Man, that is harsh news...I don't know if there is anything I could say that would be of importance in this thread, But I can understand how Stevie and her family members are feeling right now with this passing of a loved one.