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2009/12/24 19:57:32
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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[DCM]
Et In Arcadia Ego
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It is with great regret that I pass on the news that Mr.Brimstone, a well known and popular figure in the wargaming scene, passed away on the 20.12.09.
Our thoughts and best wishes go to his family at this difficult time.
Jon, this drinks for you.
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The poor man really has a stake in the country. The rich man hasn't; he can go away to New Guinea in a yacht. The poor have sometimes objected to being governed badly; the rich have always objected to being governed at all
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2009/12/24 20:00:26
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Decrepit Dakkanaut
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I am really sorry to hear this.
Brimstone will be missed, there is an empty seat here amongst the community.
My sympathies to his family and friends.
/salute
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2009/12/24 20:10:21
Subject: Re: Mr. Brimstone.
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Foxy Wildborne
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That sucks soooo much. Doesn't he have a 1-year old son?
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2009/12/24 20:12:25
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Using Inks and Washes
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ahhh bugger.
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2009/12/24 20:13:55
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Longtime Dakkanaut
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yeah,
This is a real loss for the community.
I only met Brimstone the once, a few months ago, such a great guy who was busy but made the time to chat with a complete stranger.
Panic...
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2009/12/24 20:14:43
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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[DCM]
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Stunned, one of the first things I remember happening when I went on Warseer was a pm from Brimstone just asking me to calm down on a thread where I'd lost my cool as I didn't know forums very well. I apologised and went about my buisness.
I've always done my best to ignore baiting since then and be friendly/polite on forums.
I have to agree with MGS that he will be missed and aye, obviously my sympathies go out to his family.
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2009/12/24 20:18:48
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Ruthless Rafkin
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THE Brimstone, from Warseer?
Good lord.
Rest in Peace, thank you for your years of service to the community. My condolences to your family.
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2009/12/24 20:19:09
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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reds8n wrote: It is with great regret that I pass on the news that Mr.Brimstone, a well known and popular figure in the wargaming scene, passed away on the 20.12.2010.
Our thoughts and best wishes go to his family at this difficult time.
Jon, this drinks for you.
2009?
That sucks.
Never really had any personal interactions with him, but he was always a great guy.
Eric
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2009/12/24 20:20:27
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Battleship Captain
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Wow, RIP Brimstone. I remember him from my days of yore on Warseer's predecessor, Portent.net. It's a sad day for the gaming community. My thoughts go out to his family.
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2009/12/24 20:20:29
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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RIP. Also never had any personal interaction but his service to the community will always be remembered.
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2009/12/24 20:22:46
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Longtime Dakkanaut
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Never had any personal contact with the fellow, but ive lurked a fair few threads and the guy always seemed level headed with well thought out replies.
RIP
/Salute/
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2009/12/24 20:25:38
Subject: Re: Mr. Brimstone.
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Stalwart Ultramarine Tactical Marine
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of feth....
he will be missed by the wh40k internet community....
RIP
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2009/12/24 20:26:45
Subject: Re: Mr. Brimstone.
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Decrepit Dakkanaut
Cozy cockpit of an Imperial Knight
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My goodness, that's a sad thing to hear. What happened?
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2009/12/24 20:30:13
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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I dont think there is anyone in the online wargaming community who will be more missed. So very sad.
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2009/12/24 20:31:45
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Nigel Stillman
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legoburner wrote:I dont think there is anyone in the online wargaming community who will be more missed. So very sad.
True that.
I'm still picking my jaw up from the floor. I just can't believe it. He was always such a cool guy. I will be praying for his family. So close to Christmas, too.
Just, feth. Wow.
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2009/12/24 20:35:39
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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He was a valued member of the community, and seemed to be a heck of a good guy, from the best I could tell on this side of the internet.
May his passing over be smooth. May his family be comforted.
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2009/12/24 21:10:24
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Regular Dakkanaut
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Valhallan42nd wrote:THE Brimstone, from Warseer?
Good lord.
Rest in Peace, thank you for your years of service to the community. My condolences to your family.
Pretty much sums it up. Something like this is never good, compounded all the more so because of the holidays. God speed and prayers to your family.
AJC
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2009/12/24 21:13:40
Subject: Re: Mr. Brimstone.
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Shas'o Commanding the Hunter Kadre
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Holy gak, that came completely out of left field. What happened?
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2009/12/24 21:22:27
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Aspirant Tech-Adept
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From what ive read in other forums he had a heart attack.
RIP Jon.
http://forum-of-doom.com/index.php?topic=12342.msg202966#msg202966
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2009/12/24 21:23:09
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Clousseau
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That's a shame. Condolences to his family.
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2009/12/24 21:23:44
Subject: Re: Mr. Brimstone.
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[DCM]
Et In Arcadia Ego
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Suffice to say it was very sudden and unexpected. He does indeed leave behind a young son.
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The poor man really has a stake in the country. The rich man hasn't; he can go away to New Guinea in a yacht. The poor have sometimes objected to being governed badly; the rich have always objected to being governed at all
We love our superheroes because they refuse to give up on us. We can analyze them out of existence, kill them, ban them, mock them, and still they return, patiently reminding us of who we are and what we wish we could be.
"the play's the thing wherein I'll catch the conscience of the king,
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2009/12/24 21:28:33
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Sybarite Swinging an Agonizer
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Very sad to hear, even more so when it's just before Christmas. Someone who gave so much to the wargaming community will surely be missed.
Condolences to his family.
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2009/12/24 21:41:04
Subject: Re: Mr. Brimstone.
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One Canoptek Scarab in a Swarm
Mobile, AL
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Holy Crap. All I have to say is holy crap. I raise a glass in toast to Brimstone! I offer condolences to his family. May your rest in peace and may your memories live on in the people you have touched!
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2009/12/24 21:42:36
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Awesome Autarch
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Damn, that sucks. Brim was the source for rumors. Never met him, but I appreciated what he gave to the community.
RIP.
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2009/12/24 21:49:44
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Fixture of Dakka
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My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed for sure.
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2009/12/24 21:59:57
Subject: Re: Mr. Brimstone.
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Fresh-Faced New User
United Kingdom
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BrookM wrote:My goodness, that's a sad thing to hear. What happened?
From what we've been told by his family it was a heart attack and he does leave a young 1 year old son Dominic.
PhilB
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2009/12/24 22:03:21
Subject: Re: Mr. Brimstone.
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Veteran Inquisitorial Tyranid Xenokiller
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Tragic news, especially considering the time of year. Happy trails, Brimstone, you were a gentleman and a scholar.
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2009/12/24 22:03:45
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Longtime Dakkanaut
NoVA
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Jon's sister passed this to me via warseer:
The funeral will be in West Hertfordshire on Tuesday 5th January 2010. I have his sister's e-mail, and I'd like to pass on some thoughts about Jon. I'll also send her this link.
He was a credit to the community, genial, friendly, and honest.
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2009/12/24 22:05:28
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Fixture of Dakka
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My prayers and condolences goes to is family. RIP Brimstone.
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2009/12/24 22:07:10
Subject: Mr. Brimstone.
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Shadowy Grot Kommittee Memba
The Great State of New Jersey
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Damn.... holy gak.
I honestly dont know what to say, he was always such a great guy (and I for one never thought he was all that "heavy handed" with his moderation, he ran a tight ship, and that was all).
He will be missed, and I for one was looking forward to the day when he might finally reveal who is sources were.
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