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Thoughts and prayers for Sue Burns

This was a fanshot from SofaKingMike:

I was listening to Krukow's segment on KNBR this morning, and he said that Senior General Partner Sue Burns has become very, very ill all of a sudden. Kruk's tone was pretty serious. My thoughts and prayers go out to Sue. Get well soon.


I'm moving it up to "Fanpost so it gets the attention it derserves.  As the beloved matriarch of the Giants team/family, I think we all hope for the best.  I heard Kruk on the radio this morning as well and it doesn't sound good.  He said she's in the hopsital and might not be leaving.

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The best to Mrs. Burns and her family.

by satyricrash on Jul 15, 2009 8:55 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Get well soon, Sue.

Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.

by jponry on Jul 15, 2009 8:55 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

This breaks my heart. Please get well.

by robbgin on Jul 15, 2009 8:56 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Heard them talking on the radio about her the other day, about how she would never have missed the no-hitter, in her bright orange sweater.

Get well Sue!

"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.

by hairball on Jul 15, 2009 8:57 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I wish her all the best and hope to see her back in the front row soon!

Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, coming soon to a minor league near you.

by EliminateMe on Jul 15, 2009 9:00 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Get better, Sue. Atta babe.

Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.

by Mayor of 311 on Jul 15, 2009 9:06 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Heard Kruk this morning deliver the somber news. Thinking good thoughts for Mrs. Burns, the “den mother” of the Giants org.

"He is Tim Lincecum...the Most Interesting Pitcher in the World."

by Kitspool on Jul 15, 2009 9:07 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Best wishes for Mrs.Burns.

"Forget it Donny, you're out of your element"-Walter Sobchak

by icanplaythird on Jul 15, 2009 9:31 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Prayers and thoughts go to her and the Burns family, it’s scary how things can change just that quickly for somebody! I’m hoping for the best

by PiKAgiant on Jul 15, 2009 9:32 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

This now a WS or bust season. I just hope she gets to see a championship.
P.S. Thanks for keeping the team here and my A’s guardian!

Minor White > Ansel Adams

by say hey nation on Jul 15, 2009 9:37 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

+1

I’d much rather she gets to see the team’s post-season efforts than spend the rest of the season with “SB” patches sewn on their uniforms.

My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman

by Goofus on Jul 15, 2009 9:57 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I used to (very) occasionally get seats right next to the owners’ row and I can tell from personal experience that she is a really good, nice person and also a great fan.
My most positive thoughts and wishes go out to her and her family.

Duane Kuiper: Hall Of Fame broadcaster.

by Johnny Disaster on Jul 15, 2009 9:38 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I wish Sue and her family all the best. Get well soon!

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jul 15, 2009 9:42 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

get wll soon

Congratulations and Thank you Jonathan Sanchez.

by GrahamCrakalaka on Jul 15, 2009 9:45 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Best wishes to Sue and her family

The strongest force in the universe is back in the big leagues, brother. So whatcha gonna do, Russell Martin, when the walks, the dingerz, and the power of Bowkermania run wild on you?

by rightcenterfielder on Jul 15, 2009 9:51 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Best wishes to Sue Burns. You can tell that she’s a fan first, and an owner second. Owners like that prefer winning to profits. It would be a shame if she can’t enjoy the team finally being good again. Hope she gets well.

Proud new dad of Edgardo errr Edgar Renteria!!!

by rxmeister on Jul 15, 2009 10:16 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hang in there, Sue.

by deuce deuce on Jul 15, 2009 10:40 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Best wishes.

Derin McMains had five fingers, but he only used three.

by oooreebay on Jul 15, 2009 10:42 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

My most positive thoughts and wishes go out to her and her family.

Crazy Crab despised in the 20th century and beloved in the 21st century. Hey it only took over 20 years, so don't give up hope.

by timmeh on Jul 15, 2009 11:40 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Get well soon, Sue.

GROUGTHINK ALERT

by groug on Jul 15, 2009 11:50 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Get well soon, Sue!

by goGSW24 on Jul 15, 2009 11:50 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Best hopes and wishes for Sue.

Aaron King is still my homeboy... iffy mechanics and all

If Dustin Pedroia played in Seattle, not many people would be talking about him.

GET THAT VORP SH!T OUTTA HERE!!!

by baetown415 on Jul 15, 2009 12:16 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Get well soon, Ms. Burns. She’s one kick-ass lady.

Supporting San Francisco Dugout since 2005 and Manny Burriss since 2006, and bringing you all your California League needs since 2009.

by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Jul 15, 2009 1:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I heard Kruk this morning as well, for some reason the news really upset me. [We’ve had a ton of “celebrity” deaths lately that I didn’t bat an eyelash over. Hearing that Ms. Burns was seriously ill got me all choked up.]

  Apparently whatever happened was sudden, and when they updated the situation around 9am the phrase used was “she is in grave condition.”

Positive thoughts are headed her way.

by Merope on Jul 15, 2009 1:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I think the fact, not only does she plays a major role with the whole franchise, but she’s one of us.

A longtime and die hard fan.

I was a bit somber on my way to work. When I heard Kruk talking about Flemming going to visit her and he was visibly shaken, I felt a bit sad. I’ve been fortunate to meet her and Magowan at the same time. If you ever get a chance to start a conversation with her, she really is one of the most remarkable people you’ll ever get to know.

"Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?" / Adopted brother of the AnVil

by SoFa King Mike on Jul 15, 2009 2:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

She is in all our prayers, get well soon Ms. Burns

by sfoakbay on Jul 15, 2009 1:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Get better Sue, you’ve lent us your strength for years, now let us give you some of ours.

Proud new co-dad of Travis Ishikawa. And ishikaBOOM Goes the Dynamite.

by Andy from DC on Jul 15, 2009 1:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Get well soon Sue!

by Hobbes2d on Jul 15, 2009 1:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Had just a little interaction with her, and you can tell she loves the game, loves the team, and loves the fans….
Get well soon GFan #1, Sue Burns

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GB and JK also at Giantsboard Blog
Say Hey Say Willie, that Giant Kid is Great!

by merkin on Jul 15, 2009 2:08 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

She got them.

by shanghaijim on Jul 15, 2009 8:15 PM PDT via mobile reply actions   0 recs

All my best.

My Dave Righetti is better than your Dave Righetti.

by howtheyscored on Jul 15, 2009 9:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

More info on Sue Burns.

Cancer sucks.

by Merope on Jul 15, 2009 9:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Man, that sucks. :(

Keep fighting, Sue.

Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.

by jponry on Jul 15, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cancer is a terrible thing.

My Dave Righetti is better than your Dave Righetti.

by howtheyscored on Jul 15, 2009 10:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

:(

Supporting San Francisco Dugout since 2005 and Manny Burriss since 2006, and bringing you all your California League needs since 2009.

by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Jul 16, 2009 12:26 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

thx for the update merope
dang, out of nowhere
Come on Sue, kick its butt

Daily Gameball and Joker at GIANTSBOARD.COM
GB and JK also at Giantsboard Blog
Say Hey Say Willie, that Giant Kid is Great!

by merkin on Jul 16, 2009 12:41 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Keep fighting Sue

Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)

by CB30 on Jul 16, 2009 12:38 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I had know idea she’s only 61; now I’m even more bummed.

I hope she beats this thing, but reading between the lines, that may not be in the cards. I at least hope she’s comfortable and surrounded by family and friends.

My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman

by Goofus on Jul 16, 2009 8:15 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

When cancer is detected as a result of back aches, the tumors tend to be in places that are just awful. That would fit with the ‘grave condition’ and Baggs’ comment about ‘late-stage’ cancer, which in between the lines likely means a metastasis, other very bad things, and why I can’t say “get well soon.”

I hope she’s resting comfortably and that the team keeps doing well this year, because there’s nothing like baseball to keep your spirits up.

by HaroldS on Jul 18, 2009 12:08 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Amen.

NL West TempestTeapot
Nothing matters , and what if it did?

by victor frankenstein on Jul 18, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I’d hoped I was wrong, but I’m glad the end came peacefully. Rest in peace.

by HaroldS on Jul 19, 2009 1:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hang tough Sue. Gamer.

"The dreams ain't broken down here now, they're walking with a limp" --TW

by bgunn on Jul 16, 2009 8:40 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Been away from computer for a day, praying for my adopted daughter

You think your a fan? You got nothing on my adopted daughter Sue Burns, now she's a fan. 4 out of 5 doctors agree Rosterbation can cause blindness and delusions of grandeur.

by igotnothing on Jul 16, 2009 8:54 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

58

Pretty young all things considered. I too was greatly saddened by seeing that. Here’s hoping CHW pulls out a miracle. Or they can get off the scoreboard. Git R Done St. Mary’s.

Giants pitching coach Dave Righetti. "I treat Timmy differently from most pitchers: I leave him alone."

There's 3 ways to do something: the right way, the wrong way, and the Max Power/ Ginats Way...

by natteringnabob on Jul 16, 2009 9:11 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

To a woman that was pivotal in keeping an cherished item I shared with my grandparents and I hope to share with my grandchildren:

Hopes and prays that you may have the speediest recovery possible. It does not seem like a game at Mays Field with you down in the box.

That’s it! Katie bar the door for this 79 win team is star crossed! And I am loving it.

by daveinexile on Jul 16, 2009 10:55 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Gamer. Jog it off and don't rub it.

Best to Sue.

"Snow woulda had it!!!"
Self appointed president, ruler, dictator, czar and potentate of the Free Gerald Society. As of... right now.

by beat_la_25 on Jul 16, 2009 2:08 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Frank McCourt as well

In an unfortunate coincidence, Dodgers’ owner Frank McCourt has meningitis brought on by skin cancer and is near death. Even though he’s a Dodger, prayers go out to him and his family.

Proud new dad of Edgardo errr Edgar Renteria!!!

by rxmeister on Jul 17, 2009 6:44 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Not that McCourt

The author Frank Mccourt is ill, not the Dodgers owner.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/features/lifestyle/chi-tc-ft-mccourt-0716-0717jul17,0,5723551.story
My best to Sue, and for that matter, the author McCourt as well

by giantsrockdudes on Jul 17, 2009 10:04 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

oops

I actually thought they were the same guy! Should have known that the Dodgers’ owner wasn’t that intelligent.

Proud new dad of Edgardo errr Edgar Renteria!!!

by rxmeister on Jul 18, 2009 8:20 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow….I don’t want to believe it
RIP Sue
Prayers for your family

Daily Gameball and Joker at GIANTSBOARD.COM
GB and JK also at Giantsboard Blog
Say Hey Say Willie, that Giant Kid is Great!

by merkin on Jul 19, 2009 10:37 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

RIP
too young…

by Merope on Jul 19, 2009 10:49 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

.

Bruce Bochy would like you to look at the career numbers and stop complaining.

by cheno on Jul 19, 2009 1:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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Duane Kuiper: Hall Of Fame broadcaster.

by Johnny Disaster on Jul 19, 2009 2:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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NL West TempestTeapot
Nothing matters , and what if it did?

by victor frankenstein on Jul 19, 2009 3:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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Let's bring the...

by Swager on Jul 19, 2009 4:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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Twenty-seven years of waiting has come to an end.

by trapper on Jul 19, 2009 9:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Mrs. Burns, Please RIP

I have been avoiding writing anything about Mrs. Burns because it is very emotional for me. I got to know Mrs. Burns on a personal level. She was a math teacher at Woodside Priory School when I was a student there from 1991-1995. It is a small private school where everybody knew each other on campus (the entire school 7-12 had about 200 students total). Mrs. Burns was such a charming, energetic lady and if you didn’t know who her husband was, you would never guess she was wealthy. She was easy to talk to, genuinely cared for everyone, and I will always remember her fondly.

by jctGamer on Jul 19, 2009 9:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

No, I do not want a new adoptee. If it’s alright with all of you I am leaving my sig as is for the rest of the season. She was not a random pick, I think she was a great lady.

You think your a fan? You got nothing on my adopted daughter Sue Burns, now she's a fan. 4 out of 5 doctors agree Rosterbation can cause blindness and delusions of grandeur.

by igotnothing on Jul 20, 2009 12:17 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Fly on - Mrs. Burns

“We all have missed you….and the way you grin
The day is necessary….every now and then
For souls to move on….
Fly on fly on….fly on my friend” – Stevie Ray Vaughan (Life Without You)

by Jakespaar on Jul 22, 2009 11:58 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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