Guestbook

(Please note that offensive messages or those showing disrespect to Pete Duel or his family will be removed)

From: Bev LaRue

Hi Linda Nice to see PDMC will go on, it would be very sad if it didnt you will do a wonderful job, good luck with PDMC.

From: Cindy Westlake

I am very excited about the site making a big comeback. What a great way to start off 2003! Thanks Linda!

From: Paul

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From: Kim
Posted on: Thursday, January 09, 2003, 09:55 PM

From: suzanne
Posted on: Sunday, January 19, 2003, 02:31 PM

From: Melissa
Posted on: Sunday, January 19, 2003, 11:31 PM

From: David
Posted on: Wednesday, January 29, 2003, 12:35 AM

From: CC Miller
Posted on: Wednesday, January 29, 2003, 03:04 AM

From: famous bum
Posted on: Tuesday, February 11, 2003, 03:32 AM

From: Rina
Posted on: Wednesday, February 12, 2003, 07:59 PM

From: Sue Read
Posted on: Tuesday, February 18, 2003, 07:26 PM

From: Dianne B
Posted on: Monday, February 24, 2003, 05:06 PM

From: Sandra
Posted on: Saturday, March 08, 2003, 10:23 AM

From: Sophia Jacobs
Posted on: Wednesday, March 12, 2003, 06:39 PM

Sophia - Paul emigrated to the States to get married - he is still very active on the Message Board though.

From: sue
Posted on: Friday, April 04, 2003, 10:08 AM

Sue - it sounds to me like you're in the wrong place somehow - the main site is at www.peteduelclub.com - if you're still having problems email me at pdmc2003@btinternet.com

From: Sophia Jacobs
Posted on: Tuesday, April 08, 2003, 06:47 PM

From: Judy F.
Posted on: Wednesday, April 09, 2003, 06:15 PM

From: Nigel Whieldon
Posted on: Thursday, April 10, 2003, 12:37 AM

From: Margaret.
Posted on: Sunday, April 13, 2003, 09:19 PM

Note from Linda
17 June 2003

Unfortunately due to server problems on 12/13 June, all guestbook entries between 19 April and 12 June were lost.  I'm really sorry about this but there is nothing I can do.  If you added an entry in the guestbook during this period, please do add it again - thank you.

From: Kent
Date: Sunday, June 22, 2003
Time: 09:49 AM

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Hej Linda im from sweden and i just have too say that this is a very god webbsuite. 03-06-22

From: Karen
Date: Wednesday, July 02, 2003
Time: 01:32 PM

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Hi Linda Just found this website. I was only 10 when Pete tragically passed away. He is still the best. Keep up the good work. A loyal fan from England

From: Lisa
Date: Wednesday, July 02, 2003
Time: 02:01 PM

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Great Website Linda !!! You brought back all my memories from a 13 year old girl when all of this was taking place. I got answers to questions and got to see Pete's dimples again. Thanks.

From: Natalie
Date: Thursday, August 14, 2003
Time: 01:05 PM

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I just discovered your website and I think it's beautiful! I am a big fan of Pete Duel. Is it possible that you have a larger sized version of that small pic of him with his hat on (second one on the upper left of the home page) that you could send me as a jpeg attachment? What episode of ASJ was that from? It's such a cute expression. Thank you for creating this lovely site. nataliecmm@yahoo.com

From: Carol Nygaard
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2003
Time: 01:16 PM

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Hi There! I am new to this site. I have been a Pete Duel fan since he first appeared in Gidget, back in 1965. Guess that tells you how old I am, huh? I just recently became aware of this site. It is fantastic!! I am also a fan of the series "Alias Smith and Jones", and well as "The Psychiatrist". I felt that Pete was particularly effective in the Casey Poe role. At the time, I was studying drama in school, and I actually did a critique on some of Petes' roles as part of an assignment. I thought he was a great method actor, and I still do. He was very underappreciated. When I read his favorite poem here, "Please Hear What I'm Not Saying", it became clear to me that he felt this, too. And, maybe bought into it alot. That he wasn't worthwhile. This type of thinking is usually the work of parents. I'm told that his only valued careers like medicine. This does untold damage to a child. I wonder if this wasn't part of his problem. I just wish that he knew how much others were affected by him. And how valuable the arts and drama are. We live in a much more understanding world now than he did back then. It's too bad he couldn't have hung on a few more years and gotten the right treatment. I am now a psychology student, and I work with people like Pete. He needed to know that he wasn't to blame. Probably his parents were. Once you have that knowledge, you can start to re-parent yourself and find the self esteem that is so lacking. It's too bad that he never got to realize this. Still, he left us with his works to still enjoy. He was a bright, shining star that burned out way before his time.

From: Caroline
Date: Monday, October 20, 2003
Time: 08:01 AM

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Just discovered this site - wonderful and it's great to see so many pics. of Pete Duel. I remember crying buckets when the news came on that he had died - just couldn't believe it. I think I bought every magazine etc. I could about him and tried to come to terms with never seeing that gorgeous smile again on TV. With a friend we went to see Cannon for Cordoba and the whole cinema audience froze when a scene came on showing him with a gun to his head! It was a freaky moment. Does anyone remember the Pete Duel Ecology Committee that started up shortly after he died in memory of him? I became a member but it seemed to fade away. I was 16 at the time and they sent me a badge and a brochure with a picture of Dr. Albert Schweitzer feeding antelopes. As an animal lover it drew my attention and I've read about him and adopted his wonderful philosophy of Reverence for Life - including all life, animals, plants, insects as well as human. I'm sure this is something that Pete Duel was well aware of too. He definitely was ahead of his time in his ecological thinking and I can understand how depressed he must have been many times when thinking about the state of the world and seeing nature destroyed in so many places. But at last there are many more organisations now willing to act and save animals and vast areas of glorious countryside throughout the world - we mustn't give up or get down, but all do our own little bit, wherever we find ourselves, to generate sympathy and concern for our fellow creatures and their habitats and be active in promoting these ideas. Well done on such a great site, I've had a lovely visit and will "call" again I'm certain!

From: Renelle S.
Date: Sunday, November 23, 2003
Time: 09:16 AM

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Glad I stumbled on your website, I was an 8 year old fan of Pete's way back when.......his death was odd to me - and it was not until I could slowly reflect on all the "adult" articles that I never had the ability (or money) at that time to read - things make sense to me (well, not all of it of course), but it helps to let go of some of the memories and keep only the happy ones like the rest of your visitors! I remember going to Universal Studios back then - only no one was on the set at that time - so I never met Pete at all - but through all the wonderful fans I meet on occasion (although other people think we're weird) - I make new bonds and friendships and I think if Pete knew the impact he made on people - he is probably smiling somewhere now! Great Site - Thanks for developing it!

From: Steve
Date: Monday, December 08, 2003
Time: 12:12 AM

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ASJ was never quite the same without Pete, and in some ways it would have been a fitting tribute to have stopped the show after Pete's death. Pete was a very underrated actor, and I guess many people have written him off as just another pretty face. His brilliant performances in ASJ stand the test of time-what a great show and I don't think I've seen one episode where his warmth, humour and humanity don't shine out like a beacon. Rest in Peace Pete-you brought a lot of joy and fun into many people's lives and even though you died tragically your life was not tragic and was not wasted.

From: Steve
Date: Monday, December 08, 2003
Time: 12:12 AM

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ASJ was never quite the same without Pete, and in some ways it would have been a fitting tribute to have stopped the show after Pete's death. Pete was a very underrated actor, and I guess many people have written him off as just another pretty face. His brilliant performances in ASJ stand the test of time-what a great show and I don't think I've seen one episode where his warmth, humour and humanity don't shine out like a beacon. Rest in Peace Pete-you brought a lot of joy and fun into many people's lives and even though you died tragically your life was not tragic and was not wasted.

From: Michel
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2003
Time: 03:37 PM

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Hello Linda, I have been trying to get a copy of the movie A thousand Plane Raid without any luck. I know it is not sold in VHS or DVD and hardly ever shown on TV. So I am interested in getting a copy on VHS format or if this is not possible than in DVD format. Your site is just superb. Michel Côté Gatineau Quebec Canada.

From:
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2003
Time: 03:40 PM

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In my previous message I forgot to include my email address as follows: c.goyette@videotron.ca Michel Gatineau QC Canada

From: Helen
Date: Wednesday, December 24, 2003
Time: 03:57 PM

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Nice Work indeed! Love both Jon Erik Hexum and Duel! The first is still the most beatifull man i ever saw the second holds an exciting mystery. Both were so complicated, misunderstoo and unlucky! To bad people prefers to remember crap! Nice of ypu to maintain such memories! Have a happy 2004!

From: Cynthia
Date: Sunday, January 25, 2004
Time: 05:37 AM

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Hello, I've recently looked up various actors to read about them, Pete being the main heart-throb, and found all this information great. Boy, how it brings it all back! I was shocked upon hearing of his death; I found myself staring at the pictures I had of him in total disbelief. I think this site is wonderful and I thank you for it. I look forward to going over it all.

From: Veronique de Boer-Wildeboer
Date: Wednesday, February 04, 2004
Time: 07:41 PM

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dear Pete, It is nice to see with how much love you are still being honored and thougt of! you are a beautiful man. A silent fan from oversees: The Netherlands. I think of you with lots of love since I was 15, so that's about 20 years now. That love will never end!

From: theodore junior
Date: Thursday, February 05, 2004
Time: 06:57 PM

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From: Cathy C
Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2004
Time: 11:51 PM

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Just realised I had never signed your guest book Linda. I have really enjoyed reading and paticipating on the site over the last year plus and before with Paul. Keep up the brilliant work Linda and all who have contributed. You have all brought a lot of enjoyment into many lives with your pics, calendars, stories and messages etc

From: Barbara
Date: Tuesday, March 02, 2004
Time: 02:46 PM

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Hello! This site is absolutely amazing. So many pics, stories, info, everything! Pete is still missed so much, and I'm happy to see he's not forgotten. Hopefully many more people will discover what an amazing talent he was. Thank you, thank you!

From: hilary
Date: Saturday, March 13, 2004
Time: 10:53 PM

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just came across this site, never thought i would see some of these photo's again. I remember so well hereing of Pete's death on the news, and feeling so bad,i was just 10 when he died. My room was covered with posters of him, he had such a lovely smile. I never missed ASJ, remember being aloud to stay up to see it, then it was straight to bed. I will always have fond memories of the show and Pete.

From: Anonymous
Date: Monday, March 29, 2004
Time: 06:40 AM

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This site is only copie of other site's, I think we have one to many of these site's because they are all the same. ASJCollection is the best one so far. This site from 1-10 I give you a 2. because it looks to much like the ASJCollection Site.

From: Anonymous
Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2004
Time: 12:08 PM

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If your members only knew how much of a BITCH you are Webmaster Linda, and I will never give up.

From: Charlemange
Date: Sunday, April 18, 2004
Time: 06:41 AM

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I enjoyed my visit to your site. You have collected alot of great pics of Peter Duel.

From: cheryl
Date: Monday, April 19, 2004
Time: 08:11 AM

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Pete Duel was the brad pitt of his time, and in my book he still is sex on legs. Only found this site recently but i have saved it to my favorites, and i will enjoy future visits. Fantastic site, keep up the good work.

From: Pippa
Date: Thursday, April 22, 2004
Time: 04:58 PM

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Hi there, what a lovely tribute to a beautiful man. Just watched ASJ (again!) on TV. I was 5 when Pete died but I know he will live forever through his work and through sites like yours. Thank you.

From: Diane
Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2004
Time: 02:26 PM

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I just love this site Linda and cannot thank you enough for putting it together. It was a wonderful day when I came across it.Pete will always be in my heart and mind and he will be forever a very beautiful person.

From: kim
Date: Saturday, May 08, 2004
Time: 01:14 AM

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Thank-you from the bottom of my heart for this beautiful and meaningful website. I never knew so many people cared enough to share their pics, stories and feelings about such a talented and compassionate human being as Pete. This is a genuine tribute to Pete and to those of us who were touched by his life. Thank-you for your time and talent in making this website a place for people to come to reflect and rejoice in their memories! God Bless.

From: Lyn
Date: Monday, May 17, 2004
Time: 10:29 AM

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I came across this site quite by chance in October 2003 and have been checking it ever since. Thank you for all the beautiful pictures (some of which I have not seen before and hope you have more). The Vid Caps are wonderful and show the true depth of expression he had. Thanks once again

From: caroline
Date: Saturday, May 29, 2004
Time: 12:41 PM

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Beautiful site - nice to know that the late, great and definitely good Pete is remembered so fondly by us all. Keep up the good work

From: caroline
Date: Saturday, May 29, 2004
Time: 12:41 PM

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Beautiful site - nice to know that the late, great and definitely good Pete is remembered so fondly by us all. Keep up the good work

From: Peter/Swe
Date: Sunday, May 30, 2004
Time: 05:01 PM

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Awsome site !!! A big thank you. Please keep up the good work, so people don´t forget one of the greatest ever.

From: Mez
Date: Monday, May 31, 2004
Time: 01:32 AM

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I have really enjoyed this site. I was seven when Pete died but only knew he had died a few years later. It has been great to read all the articles about him, though it does bring a tear to my eyes. From all the articles I have read about Pete on this site he comes across as being a caring person, nobody has a bad word to say about him. All the people who knew him, family friends and co-workers all say what a nice person he was. Pete was so talented, handsome and had such a lovely smile. I hope you are at peace now. Gone but never forgotten.

From: Colleen
Date: Monday, June 21, 2004
Time: 11:33 PM

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Just love this website. And the Calendar collages are just WONDERFUL!!! Thank You so much for continuing to honor this beautiful man. There will NEVER be another Pete. None of the stars today can compare. :-)

From: arlene
Date: Sunday, June 27, 2004
Time: 10:42 PM

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I was a huge fan of asj in my teens. The boys were both so handsome and clever and absolutely adorable. It was easy to have a crush on them. I liked heyes to best though. His intelligence and decency showed in every move he made and every word he said. The part was taylor made for Pete Duel. Playing the part of a law-breaker with a conscience and integrity was a good fit. I wish the show would return in re-runs around here. Pa. it would be great to catch up with the kansas cousins once more. I loved the episodes with Sally Field playing Clementine Hale.

From: David Wayne Martinez
Date: Sunday, July 04, 2004
Time: 07:18 AM

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Never did I dreamed that this special Young Man would have such a great internet site. Thanks Linda, and Thanks Pete for all the great times you gave me in 1971.

From: Dorothy Ryder
Date: Tuesday, July 06, 2004
Time: 08:53 PM

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I have been a fan of Pete Duel ever since they first showed "Alias Smith and Jones" on T.V. I think he is a great Actor and he was so funny in it. I was really upset when they ended the series and took it off televion altogether. When it came on the news that he had accidently shot himself I cried for days. he was such a lovely person so it seemed to me that it was a waste of a talented young life which could have gone on to make lots more films. They have started to show it on t.v. I noticed recently, but I cant get chanel 5 so I can't watch it and it makes me sad. I am pleased that fans still think of him and have made web sites for him.

From: Gini
Date: Monday, July 19, 2004
Time: 07:22 PM

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Hi, This website is wonderful. I was 12 years old when Pete Duel passed away. What a tragedy. ASJ was my favorite show at the time....how I looked forward to Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm. I recently went on Ebay and purchased an ASJ three episode video. I couldn't believe how much I still loved this show. My daughter watched them with me and she really enjoyed them. She wanted to know everything about Pete Duel and I explained to her the tradegy of his death. She wants me to get more episodes! Keep this website going.....it's a great tribute.

From: karen prosper
Date: Saturday, August 14, 2004
Time: 09:11 AM

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i just found this site, and like so many that have already commented, i think that this is a wonderful tribute to a man who had talent and great possibilites. i was a great fan of alias smith and jones and watched it faithfully. i was just devasted when i heard the news of his death. i think this web site is wonderful and hope you keep it up .

From: Lorraine G
Date: Monday, August 23, 2004
Time: 08:01 PM

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I found this site very informative and interesting. I've been a fan of Pete Duel ever since I saw the first episode of Smith and Jones. The entertainment industy has lost a great performer.

From: Nancy
Date: Sunday, September 05, 2004
Time: 01:57 AM

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Great site..I love Pete! He was the hottest thing on tv...I miss his face!

From: Paula
Date: Monday, September 13, 2004
Time: 10:11 AM

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What a wonderful site about a wonderful man. It's good to see he's still remembered. Let us never forget him. Keep up the excellent work!

From: Helen Kilgallon
Date: Saturday, October 09, 2004
Time: 08:35 PM

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Pete died when I was 9. I thought he was simply the most lovely human being I had ever seen, and I still have the same reaction to seeing him on this wonderful website. This has given me some way to find closure on events which have haunted me ever since his tragic death. Thankyou.

From: Linda
Date: Wednesday, October 13, 2004
Time: 03:42 PM

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I was only five when I discovered and lost the funny man with the lovely smile. I've never forgotten him and think your webside is amazing. Keep it up.

From: Ans from Holland
Date: Sunday, October 24, 2004
Time: 04:20 PM

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Hello Does any one know how Jan Busell is doing? Mine last reply from her was in Dec 2003, since then I heard nothing any more of Jan. Please let me know. Thanks!

From: sarah whitcombe
Date: Sunday, November 28, 2004
Time: 08:02 PM

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Pete Duel changed my life in my teenage years. For a long time I simply wanted to die because he had left the planet. But he also brought the word ecology into my life. It has never left me, and I am a far better human being because of him. Thank you Pete!