Below is the official statement regarding the death of allnurses.com Founder, Brian Short. Some of you may have seen an earlier statement posted here that contained additional information. We have removed that statement because we are committed to protecting the privacy of all concerned. Thank you for your support. We are committed to pursuing the allnurses mission and supporting our community. Thank you for your continued support.
Official Statement Regarding Passing of Brian Short, Founder of allnurses.com, September 12, 2015
We are deeply saddened by the unexpected death of Brian Short, founder of allnurses.com. We respectfully request that you grant the company's employees, friends, families and associates privacy during this difficult time. allnurses will continue to support nursing professionals by providing an unparalleled peer-to-peer online community where they can share experiences and learn from and support one another.
Please use this thread to post your comments of condolence and gratitude for Brian who created this wonderful nursing community that has benefited so many.
Somehow I hope their loved ones will make peace with this tragic event in time. It would be natural for even the most understanding and compassionate person to struggle with feelings of anger rather than forgiveness initially. Although I am a nurse and live/work not too far from where this took place, I did not know the family personally. But the news touched me very deeply, especially since I also have three children. Honestly I have very mixed feelings about what happened. Out of respect for this online community (which I have followed off and on for years and have always appreciated the lively activity and bounty of information here), and the communities in which the family lived, I will only add my sincere condolences to the rest already posted. I truly hope those affected will feel the outpouring of love/support and allow it to carry them through their darkest hours.
On another note: does anyone who worked with Brian directly know what happened to their family pet (a small dog)? It was mentioned in a news report last week that it was found alive in the home. I am interested in adopting the animal if it hasn't found a permanent home yet.
My sincere condolences to all those impacted in relation to Brian Short and his family. This is so tragic and I am saddened to hear of this news. I have come to this community time and time again for guidance, support, and laughter and this was all made possible by the founder Mr. Brian Short. Thank you for creating Allnurses.com. May you and your family rest in peace.
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Somehow I hope their loved ones will make peace with this tragic event in time. It would be natural for even the most understanding and compassionate person to struggle with feelings of anger rather than forgiveness initially. Although I am a nurse and live/work not too far from where this took place, I did not know the family personally. But the news touched me very deeply, especially since I also have three children. Honestly I have very mixed feelings about what happened. Out of respect for this online community (which I have followed off and on for years and have always appreciated the lively activity and bounty of information here), and the communities in which the family lived, I will only add my sincere condolences to the rest already posted. I truly hope those affected will feel the outpouring of love/support and allow it to carry them through their darkest hours.
On another note: does anyone who worked with Brian directly know what happened to their family pet (a small dog)? It was mentioned in a news report last week that it was found alive in the home. I am interested in adopting the animal if it hasn't found a permanent home yet.
Brian and Karen's siblings and other extended family may have taken the dog. I know his brother and other relatives are local. There has been no mention of seeking an outside adoption. Quite often extended family will take the pet.
This family tragedy has touched around the world. The loss of Brian, Karen, Cole, Madison and Brooklyn has impacted many. The limited information released to the public as well as the subsequent speculation by many make the whole situation more difficult. We can only work with what we know. The legacy of this site and the beautiful images & memories of the family that remain can help.
May they rip, sad that someone who just wanted to support nursing and quality of care for patients was taken away by an act of violence. Prayers to the family
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Somehow I hope their loved ones will make peace with this tragic event in time. It would be natural for even the most understanding and compassionate person to struggle with feelings of anger rather than forgiveness initially. Although I am a nurse and live/work not too far from where this took place, I did not know the family personally. But the news touched me very deeply, especially since I also have three children. Honestly I have very mixed feelings about what happened. Out of respect for this online community (which I have followed off and on for years and have always appreciated the lively activity and bounty of information here), and the communities in which the family lived, I will only add my sincere condolences to the rest already posted. I truly hope those affected will feel the outpouring of love/support and allow it to carry them through their darkest hours.
On another note: does anyone who worked with Brian directly know what happened to their family pet (a small dog)? It was mentioned in a news report last week that it was found alive in the home. I am interested in adopting the animal if it hasn't found a permanent home yet.