William Waldecker - Polkie - Aid/ Relief Information

strider
strider Posts: 2,568
edited May 2008 in The Clubhouse
William Waldecker - Polkie - Aid/ Relief Information

All, I spoke with Williams cousin this morning and he has provided contact information. As mentioned by others, I think the best way to do this would be to send aid directly to William. He and his daughter truly did lose everything. His cousin says that locals have already donated a good bit of clothes and they seem to be ok in that regard at the moment. I would suggest anyone interested in sending a check, a gift card or just a card, send it directly to William. If you want to send material goods, it might be a good idea to contact William and see what he needs. Remember, he is currently staying at his cousins house. I have no idea if he wants boxes of plates and frying pans flying through the door until he and his daughter are settled in a new home. So, anyway, if you would like to send William a card, a check or maybe a gift card [Sears, Target, Home Depot and Pier One Imports are all major stores in our area], please send them to the following address:

WILLIAM WALDECKER
C/O MEL SANDUSKY
507 PLEASANT VIEW AVE.
PASADENA, MARYLAND 21122

E-mails to William can be sent to:
dorothy_sandusky@comcast.net

Financial Aid may be sent to the following PayPal address:
williamwaldecker3@msn.com

-MERLE(Audio Circle Member)

Browsing audiocircle today and noticed this post in their Odyssey circle.

From the posts I've read here and there, I'm fairly certain that Bunky over there and W Waldecker here are one in the same. It sounds like he could use everyone's good thoughts and prayers.
Wristwatch--->Crisco
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  • cmy330go
    cmy330go Posts: 2,341
    edited April 2008
    Wow. I hope they're not one and the same. If they are, I'm so sorry to hear of his loss. Best wishes.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited April 2008
    I am afraid it is him; same equipment signature.

    That really sucks....prayers sent. Hope things come back on track soon.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited April 2008
    Wow, that SUCKS. I hope he is doing alright--hopefully it's not William.

    I sent him an email asking him to confirm and wishing him well, I think we should throw our support behind William as a FORUM. If this is true, it is devastating news.
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited April 2008
    He called me on the phone once and seemed to be a pretty right guy. I sure hope it's not him. I'll get a candle in for him by tomorrow.
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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited April 2008
    Sorry, found the area where he lives in his signature. I don't work too far from where he lives. I'll do some searching.
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited April 2008
    I'm 99% positive that it's him. This truly is horrible news. I remember him going out of his way to help me with some Odyssey issues. Prayers have most definitely been sent.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,735
    edited April 2008
    Wow, that's awful news. Prayers go out for William and his family.
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited April 2008
    dang, I hope the family is alright.. if anyone hears anything.. please let us know.

    Good thoughts going your way William.
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited April 2008
    Guys,, WCWaldecker and Bunky are the same guy,,
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited April 2008
    WTH happened? I can't get to that site from work cause it's blocked!
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited April 2008
    "I just found out member Bunky had his house burn to the ground this past weekend. I am posting this here because I know Bunky is a huge Odyssey fan and tends to hang out mostly on this board. I work with his cousin who just informed me of this. Bunky and family are ok but lost everything, including his stereo"
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited April 2008
    I believe that his lost his home to a fire,, it appears that he lost everything,,but his family appears to be well,,all things considered.
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited April 2008
    OMG that's awful! Well at least everyone got out alive & is safe. The stuff can always be replaced.
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited April 2008
    That sucks.
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  • Fireman32
    Fireman32 Posts: 4,845
    edited April 2008
    Sorry to hear. Glad everyone is safe. The house can be rebuilt and the gear replaced.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited April 2008
    Well ****. William, if you're able to see this, prayers sent buddy. You and your family are in our thoughts.
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  • strider
    strider Posts: 2,568
    edited April 2008
    According to the thread on Audiocircle, he's a renter and had no insurance. He and his daughter are living with his cousin for the time being. Klaus from Odyssey has offered to organize/accept donations for audio gear and software, don't know if there are any arrangements made for donations addressing more immediate needs.
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  • Midnite Mick
    Midnite Mick Posts: 1,591
    edited April 2008
    I read that earlier but wasn't sure who it was in regards to here. Very unfortunate. Just glad nobody got hurt. Material stuff can be replaced.

    edit: didn't realize he didn't have insurance..this is much more serious then
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,196
    edited April 2008
    THAT is some bad, bad news! Man, I couldn't imagine what he is going through right now. William, when you have a chance to read this, PM me and give me a list of what you need. If I can't get it myself, I'll do what needs to be done to help you out. If you are near Charlotte, you are more than welcome to use my RTi10's until you get back on your feet. I might be able to get a pre for you as well.

    If the forum would like to start collecting donations for him, do we have somewhere/somebody to send them too?
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  • Merle
    Merle Posts: 4
    edited April 2008
    Hi. William and Bunky are one and the same. I used to work with Bunky and in fact, I created a monster of an Audiophile. I was sitting at my desk on day and I could FEEL someone standing behind me. I turned around and there was Bunky. He looks at me and says "someone said you like stereos". Well, yeah, I do. He had an old Yamaha receiver and wanted new speakers for it and asked me what he should look for. I took him to Audio Video Solutions in Laural Maryland where he left with a new pair of Paradigm Monitor 11's. I didn't realize it at the time but I had created a monster! Long story short, he moved way beyond those Paradigm's in short order. I don't have any more information as to what happened at the moment other than what his cousin, Mel, told me this morning. He was living in a rented house and it burned to the ground. He did not have renters insurance. I will speak with Mel tomorrow when I get back to work and see if Bunky currently has internet access and how people can contact him. I do know that nobody was harmed in the fire. Once I have contact information, I will post it here and at Audio Circle.
    Thanks,
    Merle
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited April 2008
    Thanks Merle,, if you are aware of any immediate needs for the family,please keep us in the loop,,as I and many other members I'm sure would be willing to help out,,clothes,,childrens sizes,,etc.
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • strider
    strider Posts: 2,568
    edited April 2008
    Thanks for posting, Merle. Please keep us in the loop as you can.

    Ben
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  • BlueMDPicker
    BlueMDPicker Posts: 7,569
    edited April 2008
    This is terrible news. William has been to our house several times and is a very interesting, standup guy. I'm glad to hear that he and his daughter were not injured. We'll be glad to help with anything that's needed.
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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    edited April 2008
    I'm in for any donations towards food, clothing, housing, audio gear... whatever. Is someone organizing anything?
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    Just stand-by, I'm working with Merle offsite in regards to coordination and support from CP membership.

    EDIT: He'll post the update tomorrow.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,196
    edited April 2008
    Does anybody know what state he is in?
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    Glen Burnie, Maryland
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  • BaggedLancer
    BaggedLancer Posts: 6,371
    edited April 2008
    I'm not sure if he was a vinyl guy but if he is I would like to donate a box of vinyl to the cause.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited April 2008
    If anyone wants to ship things, you can ship them to me. That being said, let's find out some particulars first before you start sending me baby clothes for William to wear.

    Start sorting CD's, recording music and flipping thru albums now as I'm sure he could use all of that stuff.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,196
    edited April 2008
    My grandparents live close to that area and have great community resources. I'll give them a jingle tonight and see if their church would like to have a gathering of supplies and/or donations. Depending on how old his daughter is, my sister has about 4 boxes of girl's clothing waiting for me.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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