Yesterday, a private memorial service was conducted for Ryan Dunn, the Jackass star who tragically lost his life in a high-speed car crash the previous week.
Mourners were led by Johnny Knoxville, the frontman of Jackass, during the private ceremony that took place at a West Chester funeral home in Philadelphia. Among those in attendance were Dunn’s best friend and fellow Jackass star, Bam Margera, along with his wife Melissa Rothstein, and his parents, April and Phil, who shared a close bond with Dunn.
For the 34-year-old stuntman’s family and friends, the day was particularly painful as toxicology reports revealed he was more than twice the legal limit for alcohol when he crashed, resulting in his death as well as that of passenger Zachery Hartwell.
Reports indicate that Dunn had accumulated 23 driving convictions, which included ten for speeding; however, owning a Porsche 911 often inspires a need for speed.
In a statement that is sure to bring additional distress, the Westboro Baptist Church declared, “Ryan Dunn is in hell,” stating, “WBC will picket any public memorial/funeral held for Dunn, warning all not to mock sin, and to fear and obey God.”
Is it not evident that these deeply misguided individuals lack respect? Those who hold onto any form of religious belief seem equally deluded. Whether Christians, Muslims, Jews, etc., they all seem out of touch with reality. Interestingly, there’s even a religion known as Jedi-ism based on the Star Wars films. I think my point stands.
Anyone—man, woman, or child—who believes that a divine “being” created the earth and humanity could probably benefit from some introspection.
The WBC previously attempted to picket Elizabeth Edwards’ funeral in North Carolina, as she too died in a car accident in 1996:
“This witch spent her life in defiance and disobedience to God, and blasphemed Him with her dying breath,” their statement read. “She received multiple warnings and opportunities to repent… Her pride and arrogance are breathtaking.”
It would be better if the Westboro Baptist Church ceased to exist. If there were a God, I doubt He would appreciate the remarks made by the WBC… Who do these individuals think they are?
by Sel Hurst
