Tim Brown 1961 US National Figure Skating Championships FS

[faeryquene]

I have read Tim Brown had survivor's guilt, and even wrote a letter apologizing to Doug Ramsey (the 4th place finisher) who as alternate flew on the ill-fated Sabena flight to Worlds. So sad. :( But it was not his time. God bless you Tim!

[HattieLovesCattie]

@faeryquene I just Googled him.He died of aids in the late 1980's.

[msmusicangel19]

Yay, he skated to some of Copeland's music!!! My family has this album at home and I was able to recognize a good amount of the music from his program :) The 1961 World Team will never be forgotten!

[PecanSandees23]

That was the most unusal program I've ever seen, especially the ending. You're right; it did save his life. God bless the 1961 World Team.

[faeryquene]

@PecanSandees23 He jumped off and had to hurry to the dressing room with the nurse following behind. He was already experiencing illness from his heart condition, or so I've read.

[PecanSandees23]

@faeryquene Wow, I had no idea. He skated with a heart condition? Talk about determination. Bless them all.

[HattieLovesCattie]

@faeryquene He still living?? Will google him.