I hope it goes on indefinitely as well.

I still don't want to be a server, however.

If I were a server, I'd run Linux.

I think you might have a virus. Run a scan ;)

"Pay it forward" might have been his last thoughts. A very sweet gesture.

I applaud the generosity. I just hope they don't videotape them all and post them on the "family website". At some point it becomes self-serving..... (i.e. Oprah... "Everyone see how generous I am!")

A wonderful display of the human spirit. Glad this made the news.

Very Cool.... charity at its purest!

An awesome act of selflessness...he shall he live on through wonderful memories.

Something tells me this is going to be used to the family's advantage. I mean, it's one thing to give a server (waiter, waitress, doesn't matter) a big tip, it's quite another to video record the whole thing and put it up on your website. Let the server cherish what has happened, there shouldn't be any attention given to that family. I wonder if they're hard up for money or something, or want a book deal.

thevaliantx123, Don't you think that maybe he just wanted to film the reaction so that he'd have the opportunity to share it with those who had donated to the cause? I know that's what I'd do. I think it'd be nice to show people what their generousness has brought.

Don't forget that this is a family that has just lost someone, and are simply trying to fulfill his final wish.

So next time you are in a jam always pray to "Nature"...I'll stick with God !

A "jam". I get it that's when you say " please God, you do this for me and I'll do this for you".

pained1, I hear there a number of atheist forums out that your comments would be welcome in. This isn't one of them. May the LORD bless you.

Pained one, this is the place for your beliefs don't listen to those other people!

If you really loved your country, you might reconsider your salacious moniker.

Bill, I have a feeling Mr Mitt loves what his country can do for him, but he doesn't respond in kind!

But back on topic.... I hope this story takes off and its idea will help others!

What's wrong with Robme? Other than dismantling companies, destroying jobs, and the offshore accounts that is...

This is a good story.

Other than dismantling companies, destroying jobs, and the offshore accounts that is...

M.French your statement could be describing Harry Reid, Nancy Pelosi, and Barry O... the former two have extensive off shore accounts and were investors in Bain. As President Barry has made millions from patronage and since Harry is his mentor and along with G. Soros (also with major off shore accounts) he'll soon learn how to his his 'hard earned' money as well! I just love the hiprocisy of the left and yes:

This is a good story. (lol)

FreeMarket - Check out what % of their income Obama, Biden and Romney donated to charity in 2011 and report the facts to us here.

(Just curious, what flavor kool-ade did you have today?)

Obama and our Congressional cronies in both parties continue to rob us blind as we keep reelecting these thieves.

So many only see what they want to see. The dying OLD man...was 30!

But why bother with facts.

To some that IS old. Maybe it was written by an intern.

At least the money's going to a much better cause then to waste it on either of the candidates running for president.

What a wonderful thing to do. Most people have no idea how hard it is to be a waitress. These are some of the hardest working people who make the least amount of money. Most people don't know wait staff usually makes half minimum wage or less and rely on tips to make up the rest. This guy couldn't have picked a better way to give to those that truly need. It also makes for the best surprise reactions. Wait staff are under appreciated and usually get bad tips if at all, depending on where they work. I have seen this as a cook in many restaurants over the last 20 years. I know it's a job I wouldn't want to do...

If they really wanted to help someone (but then, it wouldn't make for as newsworthy a video), they could have split that $500 amongst five servers.

I never stay in a motel that i don't leave who ever cleans the room a 20 on the nightstand. Not 500 but not a kick in teeth either. Way to go Mr. Collins nice move and RIP.

You are right. Most behind the scenes workers rarely if ever get acknowledgement for their hard work. I too make sure that I thank or tip the hardest working people who help with the services I receive. Just because they are only doing their job, doesn't mean they don't deserve to be appreciated for it. One small acknowledgement for those people can make their entire work week seem brighter and a little less stressful.

Tips are taxable income. Most tipped employees are required to report their tips to their employer so that FICA taxes are paid by the employer, as well as the employee.

I don't think the IRS will bother her for a share of the 500 bucks. Most tips today are paid by card, and are taxed by the government.

The next time you go through a drive through, hand the staff person a couple of extra bucks...most never get a tip and you will see a great smile of appreciation!