Sad News

[Sparky]

Hi Folks,
I normally wouldn't burden everyone with this, but I have made a lot of commitments to people to get panels done and I take my commitments very seriously even if I have fallen horribly behind in them in the past few months.

This past weekend, my family has been struck by a horrible tragedy. My wife of 16 years unexpectantly passed away. We have three young kids, twins at 9 and an 11 YO. As you might imagine, this has turned our life upside down and I can't think beyond the next few hours right now. I also cannot prioritize anything but my kids.

I had mentioned to several folks that I planned to make 50W back panels for Brian and Steve's chassis over the holiday. I would say that this is no longer possible. I hope to find the time to drill some more fronts and send them to Valvestorm. This is exactly the sort of mind-numbing distraction I could really use right now. He may still have some on hand already. I don't think I can even think about trying to take on new projects for the time being. Thanks for everyone's understanding on this.

Cheers,
Rich

[myfoot]

So sorry to hear about your loss Rich . Take care of family first.

[Brian Wallace]

Sorry for your loss Rich, take care of your family first.

[fillmore nyc]

I also cannot prioritize anything but my kids.

Thats it in a nutshell. Amps, guitars, financial obligations, etc all are secondary when this aspect of life rears its head. Needless to say, the other priority is yourself... you have to keep YOU healthy and functioning FOR your kids. They need you now more than ever.

Prayers said for you and your family, Rich.

[axeman]

Sorry to hear about your loss Rich.

[Scumback Speakers]

So sorry to hear of your loss, Rich.

[Cheech]

Sorry for your loss

[demonufo]

So sorry to hear of your loss Rich. I can't imagine what you and yours must be going through right now. But like Filly said, make sure to take care of yourself too. I know it's hard to try and take a step back when children are depending on you to hold things together, but you need to make sure you can cope for the sake of all of you.
Hoping you manage to find some peace over the Christmas period, and that you can eventually rebuild your lives and be happy.

My love goes out to you and yours.

[VelvetGeorge]

I am very sorry to hear about your loss Rich. My heart goes out to you and your children. Stay strong for them and let me know if there is anything, seriously anything, I can do to help.

George

[NY Chief]

+1 on what the guys said above, Rich. Condolences to you and your family.

[shakti]

Rich,

my sincerest and most heartfelt condolences to you and your children. I'm at a loss for what to say...

[Janglin_Jack]

So sorry to hear about your loss. Be there for your kids as you will all need each other to lean on. Again, sorry to read about this tragedy.

Mike

[OnTheFritz]

Very sorry to hear about your life changing loss.
Your children and priorities are number one. Panels can wait.
Stay strong and do what you have to do for your family.
Massive condolences.

[Sparky]

Thanks, guys.

[somethin'else]

So sad to hear, Rich. Hears hoping for peace to your family during this time. +1, fillmore. Rich - be good and stay healthy for yourself 1st. It will help you with the kids.

Hey, just know lots of folks are already enjoying the heck outta those panels! And you put 'em out there, top notch. I'm enjoying mine, every day. Thanks and take care for now.