Man! I didn't know him all that well, but he had a lot to deal with and never seemed to lose his sense of humor or engagement. I met him at the $tr8 memorial back when we had that. He rolled up through the ol' gravel lot in his wheel-chair. He had a hard time speaking, and could be difficult to understand, but that didn't keep him from offering his thoughts and opinions. I respected him. I remember him speakin at the memorial. He was a hell-raiser, a strong spirit. Sad that he's gone.