Cassalong Hopidy Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 I have thoroughly enjoyed my 20+ year involvement with CAS and with SASS-the friendships and camaraderie most of all. The wins, close losses and outright defeats. Across the face of our great nation. From club matches to National and World Championship matches. I had my share of time on the dais. My years as a RO Instructor, Match RO, Arizona Ranger and Match Director for everything including State Championships. But the passing years and frailties of the body and mind catch up with us all eventually. For me the time to go has come. I love you all. May God bless you with many years of shooting as he did me. 15 12 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeaconKC Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 I hate to hear this Amigo. You were one of the first folks to welcome me here. Via con Dios. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Barleycorn, SASS #76982 Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 Glad to have met and chatted with you. Take care Pard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Square Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 I've only enjoyed you for a few years and a couple of matches - and I have reaped the benefits of your friendship and kindness. Happy Trails my Friend ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preacherman Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 Say it's not so Cas, just a joke. If not, it's been a pleasure shooting with you. Please come see us often. All the best and God bless you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 Golly Hoppy, A few more years and I was gonna catch up with you in the matches. Honestly, the few matches we both attended were extra special to me because of your involvement. It was your choosing the past couple years to shoot in the GF category, instead of Elder Statesman GF category, that prompted me to do the same. I feel honored to call you 'friend' and we always had good conversations when we crossed paths. You have been an inspiration...... no doubt. Here's wishing you well in your years ahead. You'll be missed. And may The Force continue to be with you. God Bless. ..........Widder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 I have missed shooting with you the last couple of years because of my own maladies. It’s MY loss!! Blessings on ya’!! BE WELL!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickamauga Charlie, SASS #47963 Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 Wow cas, i wish you nothing but the best going forward. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixgun Seamus Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 We enjoyed shooting with you and your friendship in our many trips south. Best of luck in your next chapter. Hope to see you again down the trail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Bill Burt Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 (edited) Regardless of whether you’re active in SASS we will always remain friends Cas. I hope our paths cross again soon. Edited August 24 by Captain Bill Burt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kajun Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 I've enjoyed many a Saturday shooting with you in your time in GA and also many state matches as well. We've had some great discussions and "thought we solved" many a world problem sitting under the awning of a camper. You are one of the good ones and you'll be missed on the shooting stages but just know you are always welcome to the fire. Godspeed in your future endeavors. Kajun 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marauder SASS #13056 Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 Sorry to hear that, Cas but we understand. Stay busy and keep your mind working! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassalong Hopidy Posted August 24 Author Share Posted August 24 Thank you all so much for the very kind words. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badlands Bob #61228 Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 Cass, I'm going to miss you on the range. You've been a good friend for many years and we have solved many world problems sitting under pavilions and awnings all over the Southeast. I've enjoyed your friendship and I wish you and Lisa many more years of happiness. Badlands Bob 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rip Snorter Posted August 24 Share Posted August 24 (edited) I no longer compete. Back when I was heavily into Martial Arts, we had a couple of Emeritus members who could no longer participate physically, but would travel to a big event or two. They got to visit their friends and share stories, but also add value based on their lengthy experience. Just a thought - worked well for them and us. A beer or two worked as well. Edited August 24 by Rip Snorter Typo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mean gun mark Posted August 25 Share Posted August 25 Happy trails to you. your smile and love for the game were a great example. Take care 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crosscut hardy Posted August 25 Share Posted August 25 So long Cas..been nice knowing you and shooting...God's blessings to you & fam ..crosscut hardy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rainmaker, SASS #11631 Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 Sorry to hear Cass, although I very much understand where you are. Thanks for all you've contributed to our game. You will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Payne Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 Deb & I are very sad to hear this. Enjoyed shooting together many, many times over many years. We had a great friendly competition, even though we shot different classes. But, unless you had an unfortunate(?) train wreck, you always seemed to edge me out. We hope to see you again whenever possible, & you always have a place to stay in Georgia (as long as you bring the Buffalo Trace). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Spade Posted August 26 Share Posted August 26 So thankful I got to have you as one of my mentors in this game. Happy trails my friend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabez Cowboy,SASS # 50129 Posted August 27 Share Posted August 27 But have you shot in Western Canada??? Courtney B.C. on Vanvouver Island puts on a Great Shoot, and the Island (bigger that one of your States) is really pretty... All the best to you whatever the future holds... Jabez Cowboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branchwater Jack SASS #88854 Posted August 27 Share Posted August 27 Happy trails, Hopidy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuco Forsyth #72674 Posted August 27 Share Posted August 27 You’re a great Pard, I’ve enjoyed the matches we shot together! Good luck and God speed to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watab kid Posted August 28 Share Posted August 28 too many frolks checking out these days , this is sad , most are not opting out so much as checking out , if you are certain you know , god bless and enjoy your next adventure no matter what it is , 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horace Patootie, SASS #35798 Posted August 28 Share Posted August 28 Certainly true how this life goes in that direction. When it cools off a little here in Texas, my brother and I will shoot again. It's his first year in CAS and my 20 + year. We are certainly not fast, but it is lots of fun. I've been retired a year and he just retired. I feel sure that old age and health issues are here to stay. Horace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassalong Hopidy Posted August 29 Author Share Posted August 29 Thanks again for all the generous comments and kind wishes. Such friendships are the lifeblood of SASS and cowboy action shooting generally. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Boots, # 20282 LTG-Regulator Posted August 30 Share Posted August 30 CH, Sad to read but certainly understand the "times". Good luck my friend. bb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Dan Troop 70448 Posted August 30 Share Posted August 30 Cassalong, I remember when you first started in the game and your devotion to all you have done in the game and for us the shooters, your partners. It was always a pleasure to posse with you and attend the matches you put on. Going to miss you, but can also understand that there comes a time and I'm getting close to that point also for various reasons besides age. Hope to meet you down the Trail and share some Tall Tales sometimes. Good Luck my Friend.1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamrock Sadie Posted August 31 Share Posted August 31 Sorry to hear this, Cass, but understand. We most certainly miss you now and glad we met! Perhaps or paths will cross again. Who knows. Love you, Cass! Shamrock & Knot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palmetto Traveller Posted September 4 Share Posted September 4 Sorry to hear this Cas but I always enjoyed shooting with you. Take care and God bless. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky Buckskin Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 Always enjoyed shooting with you and your company will miss seeing you around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tucker T Fudpucker Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 Such a fine cowboy, always a pleasure to see you a match, hate to see you hang up the shooting' irons. Hope to see you down the trail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawyer Posted September 17 Share Posted September 17 Cas, you were one of my very best ROII Instructor students! You also were a distinuished graduate of Sawyer's Shooting School! I took the road you are taking a few years back. Like all roads, the journey is what you make, I believe you will have a great journey. Best Wishes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santa Fe River Stan,36999L Posted September 18 Share Posted September 18 You will be sorrily missed Pard. I wish you well and hope to see you sometime. Stan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogmeat Dad, SASS #48563L Posted September 18 Share Posted September 18 I am very sorry to hear that you are hanging up your spurs. Holli Docaday and I will certainly miss seeing you and will always remember the times we spent together on the range and at the banquets at the Florida matches. As I tell the shooters in our area that have "retired" from the game, "Stop shooting if you feel that it is your time to do so, but come to the matches, hang out with your pards, and sign-up for a banquet or two". Some matches even offer a "Conventioneer" category that gives you a shooters badge, a ticket to the banquet, and lets you shoot on side-match day, usually for just slightly more than the cost of the meal. Keep that in mind down the road. Visit when you can, you will be missed by all who have had the pleasure of knowing you, Dogmeat Dad & Holli Docaday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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