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Message 1981631 - Posted: 22 Feb 2019, 7:41:20 UTC

Very sad news R.I.P. Gordon
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Message 1981637 - Posted: 22 Feb 2019, 8:42:59 UTC

This is a post Gordon Lowe made in the past about this event in his life. It is what he wanted for himself for when the time came and he had no more say in anything.

https://setiathome.berkeley.edu/forum_thread.php?id=80063&postid=1807169#1807169

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Message 1981643 - Posted: 22 Feb 2019, 11:06:54 UTC
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I was deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of Gordon, who in my experience was always a bright, kind and examplary gentleman. I have taken the liberty to point out the existence of this remembrance thread on Gordon's Memory wall at the Highlands Funeral Home site.
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Message 1981644 - Posted: 22 Feb 2019, 11:37:57 UTC

Rest in peace, dear friend. You will remain in our hearts. :'(
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Message 1981649 - Posted: 22 Feb 2019, 12:43:15 UTC - in response to Message 1981328.  

I wish I could say I knew him better but it is obvious from the posts here he was one of those "special" people. I remember seeing his logo in the past. He will be missed.

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Message 1981650 - Posted: 22 Feb 2019, 12:58:12 UTC

May you R.I.P., Gordon! Thank you so much for your contribution to the SETI community! You will always be remembered and revered.
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Message 1981722 - Posted: 22 Feb 2019, 18:50:59 UTC

Gordon was a proud graduate of the University of Louisville in Kentucky. He often referred to his undergraduate studies there as the best four years of his life. After his mother passed away, Gordon began volunteering at a museum on campus. He frequently mentioned how happy he was to be back on the campus he loved so dearly.

In memory of Gordon, Eric and I just made an on-line donation to that university.

If others are able to and inclined to remember Gordon in this way, we encourage you to do so.
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Message 1981788 - Posted: 23 Feb 2019, 6:31:20 UTC - in response to Message 1981722.  

The last message I had from Gordon was on the 5th Feb. No real indication of fatal health issues.

I have sent him several messages since without realising he had died. :(

If I could wish one thing it would be that we all take into our hearts and way of being something of Gordon. It would enrich each of us.

As others have said he was very gentle and kind. As a Mod and member he was the best and most generous of spirits.

He had a profound and deep love for his mother.



Gordon. As you travel across the river know our love for you.

You are with your Mum now.

Will miss you mate.

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Message 1982268 - Posted: 26 Feb 2019, 7:08:48 UTC

Thank you, God Bless you.
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Message 1982737 - Posted: 1 Mar 2019, 3:27:22 UTC

I am so sorry to hear this, I wish the family all the best in these difficult times. My sincerest condolences and God bless.
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Message 1982936 - Posted: 1 Mar 2019, 19:06:21 UTC

R.I.P. Gordon.
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Message 1983659 - Posted: 6 Mar 2019, 15:00:11 UTC

Just got here from the news threads :(

Most of us here are grumpy old men and proud of it.
Gordon on the other hand was always really nice.
Infuriatingly so :)
Sad, sad news.

I know this isn't the time or place but for some reason (likely the number 50) I can't bring myself to NOT say it:
Universal Healthcare.

- - - - -

Sort of unrelated but somehow the right place to share this maybe:
I went through all seasons of Frasier last summer, one of my all time favorite shows.
Might even be one of the reasons I liked the name Daphne for my daughter :)
Hadn't watched any episodes in WELL over a decade.
Now maybe a lot of you know this, but I didn't and it caught me by surprise...
Halfway through the series, Marty Crane (my favorite TV dad) turns to the Seattle skyline view in Frasier's apartment, raises his fist I think and shouts:

"COME ON GLOBAL WARMING"

I almost cried :)
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Message 1984092 - Posted: 8 Mar 2019, 12:55:39 UTC

RIP. A genuinely nice guy


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Message 1985078 - Posted: 14 Mar 2019, 13:00:59 UTC

Shocked and immensely saddened.....

Gordon was in my mind one of those few souls who'd found equilibrium. He was one of those travelers with whom we share the path of our lives, but he was always lighting the way for the rest of us.

I'm gonna miss 'Kermit'...........Immensely.

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Message 1991245 - Posted: 24 Apr 2019, 5:34:04 UTC

I'm just not ready to see this fall off the first page of the Cafe...

I hope there is a heaven and that it is full of bunny rabbits for Gordon.
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Message 1991475 - Posted: 25 Apr 2019, 21:18:52 UTC

+2 A true Gentleman.

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Message 1991534 - Posted: 26 Apr 2019, 3:58:13 UTC - in response to Message 1991245.  

I'm just not ready to see this fall off the first page of the Cafe...

I hope there is a heaven and that it is full of bunny rabbits for Gordon.

Gordon belonged to us and we belonged to him,

I am sure he will be both frolicking with the rabbits and more importantly for Gordon enjoying time with his Mum.

His mother (Iva) was very important to him. His house was filled with her paintings and artwork.



Anyway I have made this thread sticky again... but just for one week.

As threads move into the past so do we and those we miss.

The thread wont disappear and our feelings for Gordon wont die but they will move on.

If other Mods don't mind - the thread is made stick again for one week. (I will or any mod can remove the sticky next Friday..)

Speak your heart and let Gordon go where he must.
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Message 1991596 - Posted: 26 Apr 2019, 21:24:38 UTC

RIP Gordon, may you find your perfect Wabbit.
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Message 1992498 - Posted: 3 May 2019, 22:06:52 UTC
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We have lost many good friends and people who interested and involved us over the years.

Gordon touched many a heart.

As life goes on so should this thread. I've made it unsticky again.

Our memories of the good souls we have met and those that have touched our hearts here in SETI and BOINC will stay with us.

Gordon was and will always be a bright star.



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