Sad News….MacrossMan

[kanedaestes]

I don't know where to put this and I know it is not that appropriate overall but I wanted to share news of a member and the crazy connections this site can make.

MacrossMan used to be heavy on the boards and was impressed and inspired by many of you and your photos of toys/ models/ figures, etc. He was so inspired he began taking up photography and sold much of his collection to fund his new venture in life which turned into a career for him in Alabama. I met him off the boards through a mutual friend and connected instantly. He has recently passed and while I don't know the details it is sad to hear but he overall is one of my favorite stories to share to people. A man who found a community he loved which brought forth a passion that changed his life.

Overall keep inspiring everyone around you both here and off the boards in life.

Edited December 14, 2013 by kanedaestes

[Loop]

This is really sad to hear, I was missing his 1/48 loving and his posts. I was wondering where he went. Rest in Peace Macrossman, I am deeply saddened by this news.

[Rabidweezil]

This is sad news indeed. I think I sold some stuff to him once. Be at peace MacrossMan.

[Mommar]

Did he have a family or anything? Is there a fund we could donate to help existing relatives or something?

[kanedaestes]

He does, if you want I will post more info once I get it.

[Kyp Durron]

R.I.P.



-Kyp

[505thAirborne]

I was wondering hat happened to MacrossMan, he and I wrote back quite a few times as we are both big 1/48 VF-1 fans, was a very friendly guy indeed. Always envied the VF-1D he had.

Raising a shot of Bourbon for you, R.I.P.

[DuelGundam2099]

He will be in my prayers, rest in peace sir.

[Mommar]

He does, if you want I will post more info once I get it.

Please do. Thanks.

[Ghost Train]

RIP

[Jasonc]

Awww, that's sad news indeed. Don't know if I ever had any real conversations with the guy, but even though, I always feel a connection with people here who love the same things I do. He seemed like a nice guy, and it's sad to hear this news. I'll definitely keep his family in prayer and I hope he's now flying in his favorite Valkyries and reaching beyond the sky.

[Benson13]

Sleep easy bro. My condolences to your family. Thanks for the great pics and conversation.

[areaseven]

R.I.P. MacrossMan.

[RD Blade]

Never knew him, but I'm saddened to have lost one of our own. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones.

[cool8or]

Sad to hear, rest in peace MacrossMan.

[Smut Peddler]

Sad news, prayers to his family. I only have good things to say about any transaction or interaction I had with him.

[Gubaba]

RIP.

[Kanedas Bike]

Had only a brief conversation or two with him when he used to frequent the boards. Very sad news.

Rest In Peace

-b.

[Valkyrie addict]

Oh no! he was such a nice and funny guy. He will be missed

RIP, he's now in a better place riding valkyries.

Edited December 15, 2013 by Valkyrie addict

[Mog]

Thanks for passing on the news, kanedaestes.

Sucks to hear about his passing.

His "A Pimp Named Slickback" avatar always put a smile on my face when I saw it.

[Gakken85]

Sorry to hear. I think I remember him selling some stuff.

Always go with your passions because life is short. Spend time doing what you want to be doing. I guess that's the lesson.

[mass driver]

I'm sorry to hear the news. I wish his family peace and comfort during this difficult time.

[mickyg]

I had a few PM exchanges with him early on here and was always impressed with his character and what a nice, genuine guy he was. He really was part of the fabric of this place for a long time. I haven't frequented the site like I did a few years ago and had been wondering where he'd gotten to.

His presence here will certainly be missed. But I'm sure his family and friends are hurting far, far worse. I'm truly saddened by this news.

[ron5864]

You know..this is pretty shocking and sad.

I made a diorama for his 1/48 valks 4 years ago. He was truly a Macross enthusiast and a cool guy to talk to about the hobby.

May you forever fly your Valkyrie in the endless blue sky Corey.

[UN Spacy]

We've had a few transactions in the past.

You'll be missed MacrossMan.

[slaginpit]

RIP.

>Peter

Edited December 15, 2013 by slaginpit

[Mr March]

So sorry to hear we've lost one of our members. RIP.

[Twoducks]

R.I.P.

[Old_Nash]

Eu não o conhecia bem...

Mas sei que sua falta será muito sentida por aqui.

Godspeed MacrossMan.

[skullmilitia]

RIP!

Anyone know where some of his photos are, should post them in retrospect.

[kanedaestes]

Some images I pulled from his FB page.

Edited December 15, 2013 by kanedaestes

[Shadow]

I wasn't very familiar with him but it's deeply saddening to hear about someone who was part of this community pass. R.I.P sir.

[Marzan]

RIP Sir.

[Roy Focker]

His name didn't ring a bell at first but I did a member search and I remember his avatar. Dang only 39 years old.

[myk]

His name didn't ring a bell at first but I did a member search and I remember his avatar. Dang only 39 years old.

Same here, now I remember. I have to wonder what happened to him...