Brad, I had the same reaction as you. First off, there was Cheerful's post and he hasn't been active here in a looooong time! Then I saw George's and, well, my heart jumped to my throat. That's when I checked the dates on the first page.
I miss them both, but I know that maybe one day I'll see Cheerful here again. Still hurts a little that George will never be here again.
Warm hugs,