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Post by Deleted on Apr 7, 2009 15:43:48 GMT -6
Shortly after 11pm on Tuesday, April 7th, Dave Arneson passed away. He was comfortable and with family at the time and his passing was peaceful. The Arneson family would like to thank everyone for their support over the last few days, and for the support the entire community has shown Dave over the years. We are in the process of making final arrangements and will provide additional details as we work them out. We will continue to receive cards and letters in Dave's honor. We are planning to hold a public visitation so that anyone wishing to say their goodbye in person has the opportunity to do so. Cards and letters can continue to be sent: Dave Arneson 1043 Grand Avenue Box #257 St. Paul, MN 55105 Visitation will be on April 20th Time: yet to be determined Address: Bradshaw Funeral Home 687 Snelling Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55105 We have a small website set up to post current information. Website can be found HERE |
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Post by James Maliszewski on Apr 7, 2009 15:52:07 GMT -6
I can't begin to say how pleased I am to hear this. I had been told by someone who is close to Dave that he had passed away. I am both glad that this is not the case, even as I am embarrassed that my source was mistaken.
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Post by Zulgyan on Apr 7, 2009 16:09:52 GMT -6
This is good news.
I hope and pray for his betterment.
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Post by havard on Apr 7, 2009 16:20:23 GMT -6
Thank you for sharing this information. My thoughts are with both you and Dave in this difficult time.
Havard
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Post by busman on Apr 7, 2009 16:35:21 GMT -6
My thoughts continue to be with you all.
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Post by benoist on Apr 7, 2009 16:38:28 GMT -6
Keeping you all in my prayers.
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Post by chgowiz on Apr 7, 2009 16:41:26 GMT -6
The thoughts and prayers of myself and my family are with your family. We hope that David is comfortable and resting well and knows that he is cared for by a great many.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 7, 2009 19:20:06 GMT -6
As a former student of Dave's, I can only wish the best for him and the family at this time. I hope he is comfortable at the hospice and they are treating him well.
Liz Canacari
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Post by Deleted on Apr 7, 2009 20:13:31 GMT -6
I'm so happy to hear that Dave is still with us. My fiancee & I hope for all the best in this trying time for him, his family, & his friends.  |
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Post by invoker on Apr 7, 2009 21:02:42 GMT -6
We will keep you in our prayers!
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Post by Melan on Apr 7, 2009 23:17:43 GMT -6
Here is to Dave, and everything he has given us - I wish him and his family the best that is possible. Celebrate the man, his life and his work.
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Post by thegreyelf on Apr 8, 2009 6:34:26 GMT -6
Well, I'm glad to hear he hasn't passed yet, but hospice care generally means he's very close to the end. Hopefully they're keeping him as comfortable as possible, and he has a peaceful and painless passing. Here's to Dave.
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Post by chgowiz on Apr 8, 2009 18:29:43 GMT -6
My condolences to the Arneson family - it's good that he passed with family. He leaves behind many of us who appreciate him. If there's anything that we can do, as a community, please let us know.
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Post by benoist on Apr 8, 2009 18:30:40 GMT -6
Love to you all. I'm keeping you all in my prayers.
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Post by Fandomaniac on Apr 8, 2009 18:40:31 GMT -6
My deepest condolences to Dave's family.
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Post by Zulgyan on Apr 8, 2009 18:47:02 GMT -6
My deepest condolences to Dave's family.
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Post by amityvillemike on Apr 8, 2009 19:39:03 GMT -6
I was looking for something today that would best express my respect and admiration for Dave. I came across this quote which best sums up my opinion of him:
"There is a great man who makes every man feel small. But the real great man is the man who makes every man feel great." - G. K. Chesterton
Dave's creations did make every man feel great. If only for few hours around the table, surrounded by friends, Dave made it possible for everyone to achieve great things. For that, I am profoundly grateful.
My sincerest condolences to Dave's family and friends.
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Post by oldgamergeek on Apr 8, 2009 20:01:46 GMT -6
My sincerest condolences to Dave's family and friends.
May the Grace of GOD and the peace that passes all understanding be with them .
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Post by cadriel on Apr 8, 2009 20:11:29 GMT -6
My deepest and sincerest condolences to his friends and family. I hope it is some small comfort that his life enriched so many others, and that he leaves behind him a tremendous legacy.
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Post by coffee on Apr 8, 2009 23:13:22 GMT -6
There's gotta be one helluva game going on in Heaven right about now...
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Post by Deleted on Apr 9, 2009 1:55:55 GMT -6
The wrong Information yesterday reached us in germany too.
It makes me really really sad to hear that he now really passed away. Rest in Peace, Dave!
My deepest and sincerest condolences to Dave's family and friends!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 9, 2009 4:23:02 GMT -6
Our deepest condolences & sympathies to both Dave's family & friends. This world of ours has lost a Titan...  |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 9, 2009 5:23:05 GMT -6
I also extend my deepest sympathies. For the past 20+ years and moreso the past 12, the hobby he helped create has been a constant source of joy for me and my best friends.
Thank You.
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Post by jeffb on Apr 9, 2009 5:52:31 GMT -6
My deepest sympathies go out to the Arneson family and friends.
Thank You Dave for all your works over the years- I even had a copy of Adventures in Fantasy back around 1981 or so.
RIP
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Post by Deleted on Apr 9, 2009 6:07:12 GMT -6
Mes plus sincères condoléances à la famille de ce grand pionnier.
Merci à lui pour les merveilleuses heures qu'il m'a données !
Xavier (Belgium)
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Post by thegreyelf on Apr 9, 2009 6:13:30 GMT -6
'Tis one of the two saddest days the industry has ever seen, easily equal to the day Gary Gygax passed.
Here's to hoping Dave and Gary can finally mend broken fences in Heaven. I'm sure there's a whole line of gamers up there waiting to play at their tables.
And with that, I post the following parting words from the grandfather of swords and sorcery
All fled, all done
So lift me on the pyre
The feast is over
The lamps expire
--Robert E. Howard
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Post by Deleted on Apr 9, 2009 7:39:55 GMT -6
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Post by Rhuvein on Apr 9, 2009 8:19:57 GMT -6
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Arneson Family. I'm glad for the great contribution Dave made to D&D and RPGs and it was cool that he hung out here and traded posts with us. And it was quite interesting to hear his view of those early games and also insightful to learn about his gaming and campaign world. Dave will be remembered! May he Rest In Peace.  |
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Post by bigjackbrass on Apr 9, 2009 8:21:53 GMT -6
Farewell, Captain Harchar. My condolences to his family and friends.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 9, 2009 10:55:46 GMT -6
Vayan mis condolencias a la familia y amigos.
¡Gracias por todas las horas de juego!
Gabriel
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