Terrorism is always a sad, terrible thing, but the numbers are (on an absolute scale) so low, that you never really expect it to touch you personally.
While I've never lost anybody personally, I know of some people who have been around acts of terror and it isn't something that you ever want happening to anyone. Thoughts and prayers are out to all of those affected at Purch and beyond.
My then employer had a large office in World Trade Center on 9/11. I have lost work colleagues. My condolences to Bruno's wife, Martina, and their children are sincere. Such a loss also affects co workers. i
Oversimplified, the Urban Dictionary correctly identifies the word "Partner", as used in the article's first sentence, as a slang term for homosexual. Ryan, did you intend to focus the article on Bruno's sexual preferences? Do you feel political correctness is more important than acknowledgement of the loss and expression of condolences? Use of such a loss as a celebration of political correctness is offensive to significant portions of the US.
In this particular case, it's not political correctness. He was with the mother of his children, apparently they weren't married. 'Girlfriend' doesn't really project the seriousness of their relationship, as evidenced by several children together, but 'wife' isn't what she was.
"Partner" is also used about heterosexual (sometimes married, often unmarried) couples.
Since the article goes on to state that their son was yanked away by his mother, I'm not sure where you're getting the assumption that the partner was a man from.
They probably used the word partner because he was not married. I also dislike the term, it removes any emotions and makes people faceless, like talking about robots... Condolences to the family and his coworkers, it is a sad sad thing to lose a life.
I'm from barcelona and I have friend that were there in that moment, my condolences to her partner. I can't really understand the fanaticism that converts people in those monsters
I am terribly sorry for your and your colleagues' loss. I hope Bruno's family will somehow be able to find peace among this nightmare. I also hope it was the last such tragedy to hit Europe, though I doubt it.
Rest in peace Mr. Gulotta. And fuck you Ryan for making money on the back of a dead colleague.
Your company is banned for life. This is not newsworthy, this article is as low as it gets in journalism. Maybe you have some pictures of his family you want to share with us?
Thank you,Ryan, for sharing this with us. It adds a human face to the horrible act of violence, and allows us an opportunity to express our condolences to you, other coworkers, and Bruno's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I am so sorry to hear this, my condolences to his family and loved ones. this reminds us to spend more time with loved ones as we never know when it might be our last.
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Drumsticks - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
Terrorism is always a sad, terrible thing, but the numbers are (on an absolute scale) so low, that you never really expect it to touch you personally.While I've never lost anybody personally, I know of some people who have been around acts of terror and it isn't something that you ever want happening to anyone. Thoughts and prayers are out to all of those affected at Purch and beyond.
Samus - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
That is just awful. Fortunately his children are safe, but they no longer have a father.What kind of sick asshole drive into a crowd with children? That's just inhuman.
Morgan P. Ford - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
My sincerest condolences. I hope we all can find a way though this together.vFunct - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
I'm sorry to hear this.. may he rest in peace.tophatkiller - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
I've been reading anand for years, always come here for proper tech info.Never felt the need to sign-on, before now. Just now :-
Want to say, my feelings; i'm sorry about your loss. Blessings for you all.
WaitingForNehalem - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
May the Lord repose his soul and give his family the peace that only He can give.MykeM - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
It's heartbreaking when tragedy such as this hits closer to home. My condolences to the people at AT and Tom's Hardware.tqth - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
In utter despair you find hope.It is a relief that his children and wife were safe.
Thoughts and prayers for his family.
dealcorn - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
My then employer had a large office in World Trade Center on 9/11. I have lost work colleagues. My condolences to Bruno's wife, Martina, and their children are sincere. Such a loss also affects co workers. iOversimplified, the Urban Dictionary correctly identifies the word "Partner", as used in the article's first sentence, as a slang term for homosexual. Ryan, did you intend to focus the article on Bruno's sexual preferences? Do you feel political correctness is more important than acknowledgement of the loss and expression of condolences? Use of such a loss as a celebration of political correctness is offensive to significant portions of the US.
lazarpandar - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
Not going to feed this troll, nobody should.Notmyusualid - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
+1Drumsticks - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
Er... even the sentence that the word partner is used in talks about the children's mother. I don't think this is the right place for that.Oletros - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
Perhaps the word used is partner because is not his wife, it is his partner.But yes, don't feed the troll
Hurr Durr - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
Look at sheeple uniting it heir ignorance of basic biology, hahaha.So what was it it, Ryan?
bill.rookard - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
In this particular case, it's not political correctness. He was with the mother of his children, apparently they weren't married. 'Girlfriend' doesn't really project the seriousness of their relationship, as evidenced by several children together, but 'wife' isn't what she was.Get over yourself.
V900 - Sunday, August 20, 2017 - link
I think you misunderstood the piece."Partner" is also used about heterosexual (sometimes married, often unmarried) couples.
Since the article goes on to state that their son was yanked away by his mother, I'm not sure where you're getting the assumption that the partner was a man from.
Ananke - Sunday, August 27, 2017 - link
They probably used the word partner because he was not married. I also dislike the term, it removes any emotions and makes people faceless, like talking about robots... Condolences to the family and his coworkers, it is a sad sad thing to lose a life.Notmyusualid - Friday, August 18, 2017 - link
Terrible news.My thoughts are with the loved ones he leaves behind.
webdoctors - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
Deepest condolences to Bruno's family. As a father of a toddler, such an act would be my worst fear come true.Oletros - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
I'm from barcelona and I have friend that were there in that moment, my condolences to her partner. I can't really understand the fanaticism that converts people in those monstersversesuvius - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
A ThreadRipper by any other name!Santoval - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
I am terribly sorry for your and your colleagues' loss. I hope Bruno's family will somehow be able to find peace among this nightmare. I also hope it was the last such tragedy to hit Europe, though I doubt it.zavrtak - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
Rest in peace Mr. Gulotta. And fuck you Ryan for making money on the back of a dead colleague.Your company is banned for life. This is not newsworthy, this article is as low as it gets in journalism. Maybe you have some pictures of his family you want to share with us?
justaviking - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
Thank you,Ryan, for sharing this with us. It adds a human face to the horrible act of violence, and allows us an opportunity to express our condolences to you, other coworkers, and Bruno's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Oletros - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
Another trollV900 - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
So sad. My heart goes out to his family.HomeworldFound - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
I'm really sorry. He didn't deserve that. It's always the good people.edcoolio - Saturday, August 19, 2017 - link
It sounds like he was a good man.Due to declared strength of character, his children will endure and prosper.
RIP
Meteor2 - Monday, August 21, 2017 - link
My goodness. I am very sorry to hear of your loss and my thoughts are with everyone affected.santz - Saturday, August 26, 2017 - link
I am so sorry to hear this, my condolences to his family and loved ones. this reminds us to spend more time with loved ones as we never know when it might be our last.