Another 2001 Grizzly Dies

kennethnoisewater · Post by **kennethnoisewater** » Wed Oct 31, 2012 9:40 pm

A couple years ago, Tim Bush died. He was on the 2001 National Championship team. Curt Colter was also on that team, and he died today.

I got to spend some time with Curt through some mutual friends in Missoula when we were both in college. I wouldn't say we were close friends, but we always enjoyed drinking beer together when I was in town. He really was a good guy, and from what I remember, a pretty good player.

It reminds me how silly we make the Cat/Griz rivalry sometimes. I love the rivalry because I've known guys who played for both teams. I can be a prick to them about a game, but when it's all said and done, some of those former Grizzlies are great friends. Some of their fans are idiots, and so are quite a few Bobcat fans. I see them on this board daily. If you don't recognize them, you're probably one of them. But even the biggest morons (hopefully) truly feel sad for Curt and his family, and come back down to earth and remember it's just a game. I need that reminder sometimes too.

RIP Curt.

http://missoulian.com/sports/college/mo ... 963f4.html

LTown Cat · Post by **LTown Cat** » Wed Oct 31, 2012 10:05 pm

Sad. My heart goes out to the family.

AlphaGriz1 · Post by **AlphaGriz1** » Wed Oct 31, 2012 10:08 pm

I met DJ and Curt the weekend they were inducted into the Hall of Champions. (I think it was the weekend we played Liberty)

Both were great guys and we enjoyed having them at our tailgate, it sucks when people like those guys have bad things happen to them. They are all in my prayers and I hope everything works out for their family.

I totally agree with you on the idiots from both sides that cant be cordial and deal with people like human beings, its just a game for christ sake. Hell I am even nice to RTB, KMAX and BAC when I see them and they have never been anything less than awesome to me...............of course I am sure BAC talks about me behind my back and warns his kid to never ever be like that guy.

But really can you blame him?

I appreciate the way they treat me when they are hosting a tailgate party in Bozeman and I hope they feel the same way when they come to ours in Missoula. Anyone one of the Griz fans that would ever treat them bad around me would have a problem on their hands in real short order.

Its just a game...........and its like I tell all my youth football kids that I coach.............if the worst thing to happen to you in life is that you lose a football game.....your gonna have a pretty damn good/blessed life.

LongTimeCatFan · Post by **LongTimeCatFan** » Wed Oct 31, 2012 10:18 pm

Wow this is terrible. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

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webdav · Post by **webdav** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 6:36 am

Way, way too young. My condolences to his family and Griz nation.

CapitalCityCat · Post by **CapitalCityCat** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 8:19 am

Horrible news. My condolences to the family, friends, and the entire UM community. Much too young to pass. Just very sad. Another all-star selected to play for Heaven's team...

AlphaGriz1 · Post by **AlphaGriz1** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 9:35 am

Last night I sent an email to DJ Coulter offering him and his family my condolences. He called me this morning and wanted to say thank you for all the prayers and well wishes......his family really appreciates it.........even though your are cat fans.....you are all right in my book.

Thanks

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LTown Cat · Post by **LTown Cat** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 10:14 am

AlphaGriz1 wrote:Last night I sent an email to DJ Coulter offering him and his family my condolences. He called me this morning and wanted to say thank you for all the prayers and well wishes......his family really appreciates it.........even though your are cat fans.....you are all right in my book.

Thanks

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Anything we can do for his wife and young child?

ilovethecats · Post by **ilovethecats** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 10:37 am

LTown Cat wrote:
AlphaGriz1 wrote:Last night I sent an email to DJ Coulter offering him and his family my condolences. He called me this morning and wanted to say thank you for all the prayers and well wishes......his family really appreciates it.........even though your are cat fans.....you are all right in my book.

Thanks

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Anything we can do for his wife and young child?

with cat griz in a few weeks there is definitely an opportunity there. just like the food drive that is always a success. be nice to see cat and griz fans unite for a cause. i'd definitely donate to the cause if someone takes the reigns on this one. sorry to be "that guy" but i'm just swamped right now.

AlphaGriz1 · Post by **AlphaGriz1** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 10:40 am

I will find out if there is anything planned for his wife and child and let you know ASAP.

Curtis Colter, 33, passed away October 30, 2012 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. A visitation from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m will be held at Garden City Funeral Home at 1705 W. Broadway in Missoula, Montana on Sunday, November 4, 2012. A funeral service will be held at the Christian Life Center at3801 South Russell Street in Missoula on Monday, November 5, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. with burial and a reception to follow.

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fatcatsat · Post by **fatcatsat** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 11:38 am

i knew him (not well) through highscool activities and was a really great kid and good athlete. my thoughts are certainly with all.

AlphaGriz1 · Post by **AlphaGriz1** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 12:14 pm

Here is the info for his wife and daughter.

Curt Colter Memorial Fund
C/0 DJ Colter
415 38th St S
Fargo, ND 58103

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LTown Cat · Post by **LTown Cat** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 12:21 pm

AlphaGriz1 wrote:Here is the info for his wife and daughter.

Curt Colter Memorial Fund
C/0 DJ Colter
415 38th St S
Fargo, ND 58103

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Thank you.

ilovethecats · Post by **ilovethecats** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 2:16 pm

thanks alpha. i encourage everyone to keep these guys in your thoughts and if you have the means, send a little something to the address provided. even 20 bucks if you can make it work. the holidays are going to be especially difficult for this young mother and child and every bit will help. such a ****** deal.

CapitalCityCat · Post by **CapitalCityCat** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 2:47 pm

Thanks Alpha.

WalkOn79 · Post by **WalkOn79** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 10:40 pm

It's a really sad day for all. My prayers to the family. BTW Alpha. Look forward to meeting you someday.

AlphaGriz1 · Post by **AlphaGriz1** » Thu Nov 01, 2012 10:54 pm

Speaking from experience you will really enjoy that day...............

Likewise

coachouert · Post by **coachouert** » Thu Nov 08, 2012 10:47 am

Fritz Neighbor had a really good write up in the Missoulian about Curt. Worth the read. http://missoulian.com/sports/college/mo ... f887a.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

ChiOCat · Post by **ChiOCat** » Fri Nov 09, 2012 4:16 pm

DJ is the coordinator for the Cat/Griz party in Fargo and we've had a great time exchanging jibes over the past several years. What a terrible loss for him and his family.