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Manta · 12-18-2002, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Darwin's Terrier:
Only just heard... and it looks like you've all already said what I would have tried to. But Kally's 'NOOOO!' is about right.

Very very saddened.

Simon

Yet another 'ditto'...

B. H. Manners · 12-18-2002, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dibble Helix:
He knew how to be both frivolous and caring in exactly the right measure. There are far too few people with this skill as it is. What a sad waste.

PS: I hope his marvellous website survives for a long time - it is a fitting tribute to a very funny, and thoughtful, man.

What is the link to his site? I would like to read over it.

JennaD · 12-18-2002, 12:56 PM

In March Steven and I spent a few hours together having brunch and walking along the seawall in Vancouver. We had intended to get together again sometime, I had on a number of occasions (last week even) intended to call him to suggest spending some time together, but decided to wait until after the holidays when I had more time and energy.

The man he portrayed here on this board was genuine, he was engaging, witty, sweet and irreverent. We laughed at a waitress who openly scratched her crotch, it was really an enjoyable morning.

I wish that I had gotten to know him better. I wish that I had called when I knew he was in trouble. I respect his choice, I feel sorrow for the pain he felt and the pain others feel from his death and will always appreciate his honest and cantankerous method of communication.

This picture was taken that day and I think it honestly reflects the man I met.

skuwiph · 12-18-2002, 01:42 PM

Crap.

I haven't been around as much as I've wanted recently, but have always taken comfort that there was a place filled with intelligent (if occasionally combatative) people who gave a toss about others and the state of the world.

And we've lost another one. I didn't personally know MM, but like most of you, I read his posts; occasionally in disbelief; occasionally in full agreement.

To those that have lost a true friend, my heartfelt condolences.

And to anyone feeling _anything_ approaching desperation about their lives, or what is happening to them, *please* talk to someone else. If no-one in RL, then use the _private message_ option. I've been in some dark places, and have received help that has pulled me through... **Never** feel as though you can't bother other people, or that they wouldn't be interested in helping you.

In common with others, this makes me incredibly angry. But more so, incredibly sad.

To everyone here; whether regular poster, or infrequent lurker: people *do* give a damn about you, be you a Christian, Muslim, or full-on deity-damning atheist...

Crap. As ever, I can't find the words to express myself properly.

MM will be remembered. A toast to his memory.

-Skuwiph

Mad Kally · 12-18-2002, 02:37 PM

bye Mordie

Demigawd · 12-18-2002, 03:02 PM

*cries for a gone brother*

Kenny · 12-18-2002, 03:22 PM

I am deeply saddened by this news. My condolences go out to all.

red robot · 12-18-2002, 03:31 PM

I don't know what else to say. In my short time at II, he's had one of the stongest impacts on me. I regret not getting to know him better.

rr

B. H. Manners · 12-18-2002, 04:27 PM

David Mathews asked me to pass on his condolences to the group at Mad Mordigan's loss:

"{David: I am saddened by this news. Please post thise-mail expressing my condolences on the Secular Lifestyles board.

Sincerely,

David Mathews"

[ December 18, 2002: Message edited by: B. H. Manners ]

diana · 12-18-2002, 04:32 PM

Thanks, David.

[ December 18, 2002: Message edited by: diana ]

12-18-2002, 04:27 PM	#119
B. H. Manners Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 1,213	David Mathews asked me to pass on his condolences to the group at Mad Mordigan's loss: "{David: I am saddened by this news. Please post thise-mail expressing my condolences on the Secular Lifestyles board. Sincerely, David Mathews" [ December 18, 2002: Message edited by: B. H. Manners ]</p>

12-18-2002, 04:32 PM	#120
diana Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 6,471	Thanks, David. [ December 18, 2002: Message edited by: diana ]</p>

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12-18-2002, 12:56 PM	#113
JennaD Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Canadian Hinterland Posts: 1,316	In March Steven and I spent a few hours together having brunch and walking along the seawall in Vancouver. We had intended to get together again sometime, I had on a number of occasions (last week even) intended to call him to suggest spending some time together, but decided to wait until after the holidays when I had more time and energy. The man he portrayed here on this board was genuine, he was engaging, witty, sweet and irreverent. We laughed at a waitress who openly scratched her crotch, it was really an enjoyable morning. I wish that I had gotten to know him better. I wish that I had called when I knew he was in trouble. I respect his choice, I feel sorrow for the pain he felt and the pain others feel from his death and will always appreciate his honest and cantankerous method of communication. This picture was taken that day and I think it honestly reflects the man I met.

12-18-2002, 01:42 PM	#114
skuwiph Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: London Posts: 61	Crap. I haven't been around as much as I've wanted recently, but have always taken comfort that there was a place filled with intelligent (if occasionally combatative) people who gave a toss about others and the state of the world. And we've lost another one. I didn't personally know MM, but like most of you, I read his posts; occasionally in disbelief; occasionally in full agreement. To those that have lost a true friend, my heartfelt condolences. And to anyone feeling _anything_ approaching desperation about their lives, or what is happening to them, please talk to someone else. If no-one in RL, then use the _private message_ option. I've been in some dark places, and have received help that has pulled me through... Never feel as though you can't bother other people, or that they wouldn't be interested in helping you. In common with others, this makes me incredibly angry. But more so, incredibly sad. To everyone here; whether regular poster, or infrequent lurker: people do give a damn about you, be you a Christian, Muslim, or full-on deity-damning atheist... Crap. As ever, I can't find the words to express myself properly. MM will be remembered. A toast to his memory. -Skuwiph

12-18-2002, 02:37 PM	#115
Mad Kally Banned Join Date: May 2001 Location: LALA Land in California Posts: 3,764	bye Mordie

12-18-2002, 03:02 PM	#116
Demigawd Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: On a sailing ship to nowhere, leaving any place Posts: 2,254	cries for a gone brother

12-18-2002, 03:22 PM	#117
Kenny Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: South Bend IN Posts: 564	I am deeply saddened by this news. My condolences go out to all.

12-18-2002, 03:31 PM	#118
red robot Regular Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA, USA Posts: 205	I don't know what else to say. In my short time at II, he's had one of the stongest impacts on me. I regret not getting to know him better. rr

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