It is with great sadness that Jan and I pen this story. Although we had known Sean for only a short time, a meager few months, he had become a part of the Blogger News Network family. Jan and I had become to think of Sean as a rambunctious son.
Alas Sean Krause lost his battle with cancer at 2:55am today. There will be no more cuss words, and no more Cindy Anthony impressions on our radio show.
Sean was a person that left an impression. It was often radical, but it was always from the heart. Sean did not beat around the bush, Sean told it the way it was. Although armed with a foul mouth, Sean was also fully equipped with a sharp mind, and the ability to draw you into his wonderful way of thinking.
He likely is best well known for his coverage of the very sad Caylee Anthony story. Sean Krause went the extra mile on this story. He extended the hand of friendship to the Anthony family when few would. His argument was that a trial in the court of public opinion was unfair.
After one too many bizarre events involving the Anthony family Sean changed his position, he became a critic. A well informed critic.
Sean Krause became a fixture and fitting on our weekly radio show. The regular panel became Jan, Pickles, Sean and myself. People were shocked with his language! It was a lesson in expletives, and new explorations in the usage of the English language! But he was so good at it. All three of us became friends with Sean, he very much was part of our extended family.
We here at Blogger News would like to encourage everyone to join us at 8pm EST on Tuesday February/24, to light a candle, and think of Sean. We all miss you.
Even though Sean was a little rough and tumble, he was a wonderful guy, he had a heart of gold, he would help anyone.
Jan and I were talking to his good friend and fellow journalist David Lohr earlier today, David is a pretty straight shooter, he helps cover the crime beat for Discovery, he received a text message from Cindy Anthony expressing her condolences for the passing of Sean Krause. He also received a phone call from one of the lead investigators in the Caylee Anthony case expressing a very similar sentiment.
Sean may be gone, but he is far from forgotten.
A few weeks ago Sean, Jan and I were discussing a book. That book may still get written, and if it does, it will be to celebrate the life of this brave young 25 year old man.
Jan and I have decided to schedule a radio show to coincide with tomorrow’s candle lighting, and we invite you to join us. If you go to www.blogtalkradio.com a few minutes before 8PM EST you will find the link on the main page. Please take the time to call in and share your thoughts about Sean. If you can’t join us on the radio show please leave a comment on this article in honor of Sean.
Simon and Jan Barrett
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My mother all also passed away from cancer. It is a horrible thing and I feel for you. RIP Sean.
Ditto
Wonderful tribute to your friend Jan an Simon!
It is very sad to hear about Sean’s passing. While I did not always agree with his viewpoint I found him to be refreshing and entertaining. It was clear that his intentions were good. I did not realize he was so sick. My sincerest condolences to all that knew and loved him. May he be at piece now.
Only 25. I’m so, so sorry for his loved ones and his large group of friends. He certainly made a mark on this earth. He will never be forgotten.
I for one will be lighting a candle from Sean, Haleigh, for a safe return, sweet Caylee, and Tom, my husband who died of cancer last Nov. at 8:00 pm tomorrow night.
I enjoyed listening to Sean, he will be greatly missed. Sean now you will see little Caylee and you will both be with God,Rest in Peace.
I enjoyed listening to Sean & reading his articles. Didn’t realize he was so young, so sad. I will be lighting a candle w/ you all.
RIP Sean~~
Sean and I had become dear friends over the last several months, after he inadvertently called me a “bored a** housewife”. It’s a nickname I now lovingly treasure because of Sean. We spent a great deal of time talking on the phone, and I so looked forward to meeting him this spring. My heart broke when I learned that would not happen. I am so glad I was able to get word to him last night that I loved him. Rest well my dear friend - your battle was well fought and you were a champion for many.
How sad. R.I.P. Sean.
I also wanted to say I think it was very gracious of Cindy to offer her condolences.
May the heavens embrace a wonderful young man. Sean…you will be missed…..
It was so quiet in the room last night. We had been watching Sean deteriorate for days by then, so rapidly. One minute he was talking and ranting on the web and withing the hour he couldn’t type, then sit up, then speak. By noon he was struggling to breathe.
Hardly conscience but alert enough to know we were there we maintained a light-hearted vigil of his life to him. His accomplishments, his humor, all of his loves.
He had been regularly medicated in 4 hour cycles and his staff, by midnight, said it wouldn’t be long. His vitals were failing. His where-withall nearly gone. I opted to delay his 2 am dose of painkillers. Hoping that he would wake up and argue with me the way he had always done. Praying for just some utterance from him to his family.
At 2:12 we got just that. He even smiled, that crazy SOB. His brother and him laughed together and he looked at each one of us. We spoke to him, our hearts spoke words we didn’t know we had. His sister sat with his hand in hers. His brothers surrounding him.
At 2:30 they gave him his pain killer.
People I tell you I have never witnessed such a thing. His face torn the whole day with pain and semi-awareness floated with peace in that moment.
And his breathing slowed, and the room was quiet- though filled with all of us not a sound was made. And he rose and fell one more time. And then Peace.
I am so honored to have had every moment with my dear friend, my co-worker and above all my first and only little brother.
Your memory, your legacy lives in all who loved you.
I was just reading the tribute above from Pat. I had a picture come into my mind of Sean walking in heaven and seeing Caylee. Him grabbing her up in his arms and crying for joy. It would be hard for anyone to fault someone who was that devoted to getting justice for a child.
Only 25 … what a great, caring, fighter!
Heaven’s gain, is our loss.
RAG, weren’t you blessed, to *really* know him. Many envy you, I am sure. I do.
I hope, Simon, that your radio show about Sean will be in the can quickly, so I can hear it that way. Can’t hear it live for some reason.
RIP Sean - with Caylee and the twins. <3
I was a writer with Sean and RAGI on the Daily BS. I had the pleasure of working with Sean, and felt like he was a part of my family even though I only spent a few minutes with him in person. I had spoken to him so many times on the phone, on the radio show, on the internet. There was a friendship formed that I will never forget. RAGI, your description of the final moments….
I feel your pain. As you know, I have been through that moment with others before. Yet, I have not been through it with someone as young as Sean. The world will not be the same without The Krause in it. I will do my best to keep The Daily BS going, along with RAGI, but will never be able to match up to the writings of The Krause! Sean, you are missed, loved, and always will be a part of my heart! I will be lighting a candle tomorrow night, and I will try to call in to the show as well. Thank you for writing your article for Sean. RIP Krause.
I’m really saddened to read this news. Sean, you will be missed!!
CT
I didn’t know Sean but I read his works and listened to him on the Blog Radio. I am truly saddened by his passing. I doubt if he knew how many lives he touched in just his short amount of years. My condolences to his friends and family. May he rest in peace.
I am new here and only heard Sean once. So young and yet so special to have many good friends and close family.
I too will light a candle.
RAGIannie please accept our condolences to you and your family. I know it is hard to watch someone pass as you did. You know it is best because now they are out of pain but yet you still want them with you. I know the pain you have now in your heart as I have been through it myself. I do pray that it eases for you.
The short time we knew Sean were memorable for us. We admired his spunk and determination. He fought hard but sadly had to give up at such a young age. My prayers are with him and you and your family now.
rickilynn, we do hope you can keep the Daily BS going in honor of Sean. He loved it dearly and would have wanted it to continue. We welcome you to light that candle with us tomorrow night too and all those out there that wish to do so too.
We do hope everyone can call in and say a few words for Sean tomorrow. This is not for BNN, this one is for our good friend, Sean Krause, truly a great man with a heart of gold that we all loved. We will miss you Sean. May you REST IN PEACE my friend
Jan and Simon Barrett
I met Sean in a chat room quite awhile ago. He mentioned he had cancer but I had no idea it would take his young life so soon. My prayers to out to his family and friends.
Sean will be greatly missed. Yes, he could be harsh and crude, but he told it straight and never looked back. His opinions were out there for all to read. No regrets.
Sean did crusade for Caylee Anthony. I hope he is with her now; comforting her and she comforting him. She’s got a guardian angel with her now and forever. I know God rests His hand on her heart and brings her peace, but now she has Sean by the hand, leading him to our Lord.
Rest In Peace now, dear Sean. It’s time for you to rest and find some peace from your long battle. You won the war; the war for Caylee. Thank you for writing about those things some dared to share and, for enlightening us on the hard issues of life.
~Avid Reader & Sometimes Not In Agreement, But That is the What You Wanted, Sean…To Make Peole Think For Themselves. A True Inspiration.
oh my goodness im so sad…bless you sean….amen!
my sister and my mother passedd from this horrible painfull desease i wouldnt wish this on my enemy ragiannie your post made me cry….i know death is a part of like but it doesnt make it any easier and sean seemed so brave to the end….
Jan & Simon,
What a wonderful tribute to the unfailing Sean . I only knew him as a
quick witted, sometimes over board participant on your weekly show.
But there was a light that shown brightly as Sean fought the battle for
little Caylee.
I am deeply sadden to hear of his passing. I know that there are many
who knew Sean much better I, my prayers go out to each and everyone whose lives were touched by such a young man.
May God help you find peace.
♥♥♥
I was just getting familiar with this young man and his words.
My instincts are telling me the world is at a loss without this young man.
RIP
RIP Sean, going to miss your spunk and no BS attitude! You were such a strong soldier for justice and its sad to lose you.
In your memory, I am sure along with myself that we will not take the BS games the Media can play and ask for justice for little ones like Caylee and everyone else.
Simon and Jan - Sean was fortunate to have you both as friends. I admire Sean for having crusaded for a child we all fell so deeply in love with. I am certain Sean will be greatly missed, but definitely never forgotten. May you rest in peace for eternity, Sean Krause.
Ragi, thank u for sharing..,Sean is with Caylee and all the children.., I prayed that he continues his work in Heaven….
How sad for this young man’s family. he touched many lives here on earth. As an angel above I am sure he will be used in big ways by the Lord. He was a special young man.
Good night, Sean. You will be missed.
Condolances to all who knew Sean. I only knew him through this blog and radio show, but he certainly was kind enough to show support for C when noone else did! I find it interesesting that C sent a message upon his passing. How did she know? She must be following this blog.
R.I.P. my friend!!!! Had many, many good times with you. Loved hiding out with you. You taught me so many NEW WORDS! I will always remember you.
We will all miss you. Thank you for sharing and entertaining us. With all due respect may you rest in peace and walk hand and hand with those you helped. May the angels hold you tight.
Rest in Peace Sean you will be missed. Your no nonsense approach will also be missed since you didn’t BS around.
Sorry to loose you Sean but seems God needs you more than we do…
Rest in Peace
I really liked Sean and am very sorry to hear of his passing.
Love to you, Sean. You will be missed.
Love.
XO
God bless and receive you in his loving arms, Sean. I saw you on Gloria, and I admired your spunk for being there for Caylee when you were so sick. You were such a brave young man, and I so admired you.
Give Caylee a big hug for us, Sean!
sean,caylee will for sure be givin you big huggs and laughter,and i know that she has now with a true friend.Thanks for all,you will be sorely missed around the world.
i will lit my candle soon,its after seven here so i will say a pray for seans family and friends.
caylee and sean..goodnite.xxx.
I was first put off by the language but enthrawled with his heart and drive, at times putting himself at risk. if I remember rightly he even put off some chemo treatments to continue to be on top of the Caylee case. I in the end saved his site to my favorits. he also became one in my heart. this world has lost a very passionate caring young man. I know all whom have even had a few moments of exposier to his passion will always remember how he stood for what was right.
He will be missed.
Love and prayer to family friends and all that knew him.
I loved the language…I am not ashamed to admit it…he said it like it was…the only words I recall him saying…
LET THE BITCH BLEED…( NO TAMPONS FOR KILLR) I THOUGHT SEAN WAS RIGHT ON!
Sean , your passing was way too soon for us mortals here on earth. You are with the Angels now but your short time here was filled with work, with love, and with passion for the truth for those who could not longer speak for themselves. You will be missed. Rest in Peace, Sean.
Sean reminded me on air, never to give them any help for their side, by giving some ideas. I have tried to be more careful ever since. I think I was just trying to figure out C. I see that I can’t!
1. Not trained in that area.
2. Need more than one lifetime to do it.
The show will not be the same without Sean. He was so passionate, so colorful, so caring. A real man - defending children even at a cost to himself!
RIP always Sean. A REAL CHILDREN’S HERO!
SEAN, We all gonna miss u at the dome greatly.I have only known u for a year and a half and u r like a brother to me u were always there if i needed help.And i know sally and emily are goin to miss u so much. TAKE CARE BUDDY WE LOVE YA.
Hows this for language…GO Fuck Yourself Jose Baez~~~ Ahhh….gonna miss that one!
Pickles…did he say that on the show?
I’m sure he must have….bet that felt good eh pickles?
Are we here??
I think this is where we should be MB..yuppers…
I didn’t know Sean…heard him speak…it only took one time to know I like him. I now wish I would of known him better…but am here for him just the same. And all who did Know him..sounds like he had a hard time real fast…guess it is better then drawn out pain day after day…
Cheers Sean Krause….Cheers to your memory and all who knew and loved you.
Shelly from Canada
10-4
Don’t you just know he would have loved the previous discussion? He’d been all over that like white on rice!
MB - from what i gather…he would of said everything I would have wanted to! What a waste of crusader.
I’m sure if there is any way he continue the fight from up there, he will. Watch out M NOW yer in big BIG doodoo
Pickles where jooh go?
Do you all feel weird blogging in Seans story…you think its rude….what if ppl want to leave there respects?
Pickles…I was wondering about that too. Seems kinda disrespectful having post here when this was intended to pay respects to Sean. Altho, I would think he would say ‘bring it on’!
I don’t know…what do you think?
I dont know..im asking Jan now.
uhm…yes pickles…We were discussing Sean just moments ago…I feel the dak issue needs to be omitted from this article all together…leave any comments about dak on the previous page.
This is Seans BNN memorial night…it’s not right to fight… I agree!@
Hey im gonna be on the other blog..I feel like we are intruding on Sean’s memorial.
What do you mean Pickles..intruding? Werent’ we all invited her in memory of Sean tonight?
Gots me a glass of wine and 3 candles…for Caylee, Haleigh and Sean. They all intertwine so I thought 3 burning at once would be something that Sean might have liked!
No I thought you were blogging here…thats what I ment
Pickles: It’s all good sugar butt!
When is the radio program? It’s almost 7:00 here now. I thought it was being broadcast closer to 8:00…when we light our candle.
The radio show is at 5pm pst…
aaaaaaaaah…it’s ok Pickles… (((((hug))))))))
I have my Sean candle and inscense burning for Haleigh and sweet music for our little sunshine girl caylee….
mb - are you PST or EST or other
In an hour right??
Oooooo C~A…incense!!! That’s a great idea…I have tons….think I will go for the Nag Champa!
one hour for EST mb
KY EST
mb…if you’re in Kentucky then I think you are Mountain time…is it 6:04 there right now?
Lorim burnin Musk inscence…An old favorite…
So, is the broadcast at 8:00? I think you C~A and I are on the same time thing…… Is it a little after 7 where you are in Canada?
mb what time is it
yes, it’s 7;05…show for Sean in 55mins. EST
C~A…I AIN’T NO MOUNTAIN GIRL!!!!! I’M A SOUTHERN GIRL LIVING AMONGST THOROUGH BRED HORSES, DRINKING KY. BOURBON AND EATING KY. FRIED CHICKEN!!!!
mb - spank lorim…she said that
Sounds like you need a house guest.
LOL!!! mb your time zone is mountain time..your time should be 6:12 right now..if so the show will start for you at 7:00.
What do ya say we pop back over the previous article till 8pm ?
Sounds good C~A
http://www.bloggernews.net/119820
HOP HOP
Oh……….NO LORIM!!! I AIN’T NO MOUNTAIN GIR……OH, JUST READ WHAT I WROTE BY MISTAKE TO C~A!
The show airs at:
8 pm EST
7pm CST
6pm MST
5PM PST
We hope you all join us and can call in to say a word or two for Sean in his memory
Dak if you are reading this PLEASE put your thoughts aside for now and let us show our respect to Sean tonight. Thanks
RIP Sean
My deepest sympathy to Sean’s friends and family. I enjoyed his comments on the show and how much he cared about Caylee. Hope his pain is gone and he knows how much we cared.
Jane VM is on now. Talk about Ron being an “Informant”? So many “dismissals”??? Cooperating - a lawyer said? We have to see Nancy in abouyt 40 minutes!!!
LOVED Sean’s Irish “bits”. So cute. Always with a strong message and purpose tho!
Good job Sean. We are WELL on the way! We’ll continue the fight, with Simon, Jan and the BNN bloggers,and many, many others.
I know I’m late. I’m so very sorry.
Sean, R.I.P., You are in a much better place. Give Caylee hugs and kisses for us. As well as all the other children that are up there with you. You were always straight forward and didn’t care who took offense to it lol. No More Pain Sean. (((Hugs)))
Hey Paw…your not late darlin…
Candle ♥
Oh okay lol. Been one of those days. Either I’m late or I’m early lol.
One big candle and two little ones on either side…thinking of you Sean
candle
omg..I’m already crying…
My Candle is lit for you Sean may you have found the peace and comfort heaven you so deserve! RIP
9 candles going, The Big candle for Sean.
Light your candles for Sean everyone
The was beautiful!!!
sean’s love for children was true to his heart.
his words and witt will be missed by all. i know that caylee was waiting on him when god bought him home. she shows him that he voice for her and all the children that he stood for, was not in vain.
god bless you sean.
I lit a candle
CAYLEE HAS BROUGHT SO MUCH TO ALL OF US…It’s because of Caylee that Sean came into alot of peoples lives..and now they are together…
111 - maybe it’s Sean…seems to me he would do that..
good for you pickles….good call!
but that is what sean would prob. say if he could say it…good for LORIM
OMG..I’m shakeing..I feel like I got called out
What a glorious GLADIATOR Sean was!
Fought so many MONSTERS, at once. Too much for one mortal.
Fought his own person MONSTER “C”, and fought vicious child murderers, and Pedophiles.
“SEAN KRAUSE - Defender of Children.”
He never had any of his own … did he.
LORIM - YOU WERE SPEAKING FOR SEAN…
God I hope so!
LORIM, it is OK you were just fine and yes you was speaking up for Sean. Thank you for calling in… Thanks to everyone for calling in. May Sean Rest In Peace
Simon only stopped it before I got started … he knows how I am once I start … he can’t shut me up then
r u blogging here? What did C say, I haven’t heard.
Thank you Jan and C~A
I listened to the show. It was a wonderful tribute to Sean. Everyone had such wonderful memories of him. One thing stuck in my mind. I don’t remember who said it, but they said..
“His mission was over”.
I am of the belief that we are here for a purpose and when that purpose has been met, we are taken and welcomed back home.
I didn’t know you Sean, but you were certainly loved by many. Hold Caylee close to you and just know, we will continue to fight for justice!
Hi everyone, I am sorry I missed the candle lighting, had to work and just got home, but my thoughts and prayers are with him, his family, and may you rest in peace Sean, We know your in heaven now. You were well loved by all.
Thank you to Simon and Jan for the chance to let us give our condolences. And thanks to all for coming in here to share their stories with us about him and his life.
Pammyliz
I will never EVER forget Sean. He made an imprint on my life.
The intensity and integrity that Sean allowed to flow from his heart and into his writings and words will be forever a part of the legacy he has left to us.
That he could invoke such a fire with his words, and follow them thru with such a passion towards the truth are just some of the traits that made him so remarkable of a man.
Sean never let his illness, nor the stigma that having cancer creates on those of us who fight this messed up disease influence his work. It was just a battle, and not the war.
Instead he spent his effort and energies in bringing the light of truth to bear on the injustices and abused he encountered. He tempered it all with his own humor and unique style.
The bravery and courage he showed are something to aspire to, and all who were touched by his spirit are blessed by the spark that was Sean.
Thank you for your ’spit and fire’ and the laughter you shared with us Sean!
I pray for many blessings and strength for his family, friends and those who appreciated his writings during this time of his passing from us.
i just got back from work,
SEAN REST IN PEACE…. GIVE CAYLEE AND MANY OTHERS A BIG HUG FROM THE REST OF US
I REALLY LOVED HIS SPITFIRE OF A PERSONALITY
HE TOLD IT LIKE IT WAS, IT IS WHAT IT IS, I WILL MISS HIM,
MY CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO ALL OF SEANS FREINDS AND FAMILY MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
g’morning peeps♥
How is E1 this AM???
All is well at this end Lilred.
Is anyone as incensed as I am by Brad Conway’s statement this morning regarding the depositions about Zenaida? he is asking that the case be dropped because it will annoy and embarass and opress the Anthonys. What the hell are these jerks trying to hide?
What the heck have they done to Zenaida except opress and embarass her?
One can only hope that the judge boots this request to the curb.
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