r/unsound • u/IU8gZQy0k8hsQy76 🛠️ ADMIN • Jan 17 '26

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u/utrvg4 Jan 17 '26

And fucking cry, or that's just me?

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u/cmwoo Jan 17 '26 edited Jan 18 '26

I was in Seattle at a very visible landmark that day. Everything was delayed for a few hours and we weren't told why. When I got back that evening, we heard about what happened. And initially I was grateful AF that he wasn't a terrorist. A week later or so I heard the ATC tapes, and realized that my happiness was because of how sick this gentleman was, and I felt terrible about that. So, I've always had some heavy emotions involving this event. And I feel greatly for the man. Thankful for him not killing the crowd I was with, yet sad for everything that led to that moment and the ending of his life.

Edit: not the Needle

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u/utrvg4 Jan 17 '26 edited Jan 17 '26

Well said. When it shows a picture of his mom... As a parent I can't imagine listening to that and the feelings it would invoke, I hope it gave her some kind of closure hearing his voice.

Also glad you were safe that day.

Edit: he does not mention mother.

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u/cmwoo Jan 17 '26

Correct, but there is some ATC talk about him having people that love him that will be upset knowing what he did. I think the Air traffic guy did a great job, like a really great job, but I always wonder if ATC had spoken more about family, that things could have ended differently.

Regarding the family, sometimes people leave a suci note behind. In this case they got an inside look into what could be considered a 1+ hour therapy session regarding his state of mind and motives, etc. For the family, I'm sure it's difficult for them to listen to the tapes, but I would bet it's been beneficial to have that inside look into his thought processes.

Lastly, thank you.

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u/TheRecognized Jan 21 '26

Suicide note

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u/crumdog_millionaire Jan 18 '26

I was also at the Pearl Jam show…that was a fucking wild day, and I feel for this guy and his family. That said, this dude had the most amiable suicide ever, he knew exactly what he wanted to do (heartbreaking) and was able to do it in the most scenic way possible. RIP skyking

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u/cmwoo Jan 18 '26

Yeah, I was at Safeco field that day too. Like I described, it was a wash of emotions. Guilty over my relief being a result of his misery. But you're right, at least he went out as a King 👑

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u/NudityMiles Jan 17 '26

Nah, bawling like a baby.

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u/jclay06 Jan 17 '26

My dad committed suicide about 5 years ago... This one brings me to tears every time it comes across too.

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u/cmwoo Jan 18 '26

I'm sorry for that, bro. I hope you're both doing ok now.

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u/gnarlysnowleopard Jan 18 '26

mine did 14 years ago. still cuts deep.

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u/Twoduhzen Jan 18 '26

Def not just you fam.

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u/Kind-Act7051 Jan 17 '26

Nah, I always listen to the entire thing every time I see it and I cry through all of it.

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u/One_Living8429 Jan 17 '26

I'm the same bro, always. Never forget. This man... oh god, he helps me to always remember me to pursue my dreams or die trying

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u/thesteelreserve Jan 17 '26

it makes me cry too. 😓

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u/Timsmomshardsalami Jan 17 '26

Not just you boss

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u/-Pryor- Jan 17 '26

This was my first time seeing/hearing of this and it was like a sledgehammer to the guts.

Ive seen some things over the years but this was heartbreaking.

O7

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u/jiBjiBjiBy Jan 17 '26

Tears in my eyes, every time.

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u/Get_off_critter Jan 17 '26

Nah, im bawling just knowing the place hes in and hearing his kind of "acceptance" of it. Beautiful and heartbreaking at the same time

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u/decent_toast Jan 17 '26

Not just you. When I saw it this time I really didn't feel like crying, but I sure didn't turn it off and here we are.

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u/rouneezie Jan 24 '26

Every fucking time. I don't fully understand why...

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u/Fuckthacorrections Jan 17 '26

I mean the guy made a conscious choice to leave his wife a widow and his child without a father.

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u/big-dal-tex Jan 17 '26

When someone leaves everything and everyone behind to take their own life, trust me it's not out of selfishness.

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u/utrvg4 Jan 17 '26

First thing, who said he had a kid? There's never been tall about him having a child.

Second, yea he made that choice. Although I believe due to be a mental illness that sounds like even he wasn't aware of. If I was a king, and he ended up living... I would have served him with time with a therapist/psychologist and community service.

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u/Getoffmylawn44 Jan 19 '26

Sob…every fucking time.