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#16 WB05 Karl

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Posted 07 February 2010 - 01:14 PM

Umm, if it's the same bottle I think it is, I might have had something to do with that....



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#17 Jason

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Posted 07 February 2010 - 08:51 PM

In all seriousness if it wasn't for Ben I wouldn't have an understanding of what goes behind the scenes that keeps the ISA functioning the way it has over the years and why it's going to grow beyond leaps and bounds.

He was my positive influence when I thought the FO couldn't possibly do something to lose my trust. They go ahead and prove me wrong.
He was there to let me know the ISA was trying their best to undo their mistakes. Chicag Fire!!!!

You won't and can't believe the many sacrifices this asshole has done for EVERYONE. Not just for those in the ISA or those who cheer in Section 117/118, but everybody throughout the stadium and even in those fun road trips we can't wait to enjoy. Ben Burton was busy making sure the I's were dotting and the T's crossed.

99.9% of you would have cried in two days if you had to step in Ben shoes/sandals (or whatever hippies wear) during the season.

There are other people who deserve praise but you are still are on the board so you are going to have to wait.

so Ben Burton, Ol Bearded Stinky One.

Thanks for all that you have done, it wont be forgotten by me.

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You put into words things that I am only beggining to understand.

#18 peter wilt

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Posted 07 February 2010 - 10:20 PM

Ben's patience, dedication and ability to create consensus are unparalleled. We're all fortunate to have had his leadership.

Glad he'll still be around to share his wisdom.

:cheers:

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Posted 07 February 2010 - 11:03 PM

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#20 Rusty

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Posted 08 February 2010 - 01:05 PM

Ben I still owe you a beer

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Posted 08 February 2010 - 01:13 PM

Just when I thought the ISA was doing things well Ben would always come up with an idea that pushed us to do more for the fans and the Club. So I'll just say thanks Ben for your years of leadership and great ideas as Chairman.









On a side note I would like to welcome our new bus captain, grill master, match crew member, volunteer coordinator and errand boy, Ben Burton.  I owe you a beer.   :pint:

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Posted 08 February 2010 - 01:52 PM

Years ago when The Herr first joined the S8 boards, he was treated far worse than UFF (for whatever reason) and Big Ben Burton was the only person who came to The Herr's defense, even tho he had never met him yet. Who knows, maybe Ben loves clowns and everyone else didn't. :P But if it wasn't for Ben Burton, The Herr probably would have quit posting and never would have joined the Section8 family. For that, The Herr has Ben to thank for!!! Love you, Big Ben!!! :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

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Posted 08 February 2010 - 02:23 PM

Ben has been nothing short of awesome in the few times that I've gotten to hang around him.

Hear hear.

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Posted 08 February 2010 - 02:45 PM

In all seriousness, Ben Burton is a good man. He once took me to an undisclosed bar that agreed to sell us one (1) pint of Hennessy cognac as well as provide glasses for said cognac. To this day it is one of the finest bars I have ever visited (the Friendly Tap is Berwyn ranks up there).
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#25 evobern

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Posted 08 February 2010 - 03:35 PM

Thanks for allowing me to buy my 2010 season tickets with discover.

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Posted 08 February 2010 - 03:45 PM

thanks, ben.

"If you are first you are first. If you are second you are nothing."

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Posted 09 February 2010 - 03:16 PM

<<<<<< Original Ben Burton Supporter

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Posted 09 February 2010 - 03:20 PM

<<<<<< Original Ben Burton Supporter

Who are you?

#29 giaco

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Posted 09 February 2010 - 03:28 PM

wasn't that Bogus? I thought you two got divorced?!

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Posted 09 February 2010 - 03:33 PM

wasn't that Bogus? I thought you two got divorced?!

I think it still is....

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