01-05-2010, 01:18 PM
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GSvenson:
PostPosted: Apr 07, 2009 - 06:58 PM
Dave's son-in-law asked me to post the following message.
As of this writing, Dave is still with us. We have moved him into a facility where we can focus on keeping him comfortable. We have been and will continue to watch the forums and blogs and are passing along everyone's thoughts and prayers. Right now our focus is on getting Dave into the best possible position to maintain his comfort and his dignity. We will update the community as we can. We want to thank everyone for your thoughts and prayers and ask that you continue to send Dave your support in whatever form that means to you.
An address has been established to receive messages to Dave.
Dave Arneson
1043 Grand Avenue
Box #257
St. Paul, MN
55105
************************
Rafael:
Sending something today.
---
Sent my "Tales from the Old Lands" and prints from our game here.
The big gift of D&D is that is created friendship all over the world.
Something that, in our case, would never have been possible without Dave's efforts.
********************
Sheridan:
According to several sources (OD&D Discussion, ENWorld), Dave passed away last night. I only got to meet him this past year, at GenCon, and found him quite funny and jovial. I still have a "lucky d20" he gave me.
Dave's Blackmoor served as the foundation for all the D&D games I have run since starting with the hobby back in 1983.
A couple years before Zeitgeist Games published the 3.5 version of Blackmoor, I found Dave online and we had several lengthy email exchanges on gaming which I still treasure.
Greg, and all those who knew him much better than I did, I am profoundly sorry for the loss of your friend. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Someone should put an announcement on the front page of this site. Those who had an affection for Blackmoor will likely be looking here.
Thank you, Dave, for all the friends and the enjoyment your gift has given us.
-Scott Moore
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Gsvenson:
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
****************************
Gsvenson:
Thanks, Scott. I will truly miss Dave. He was more like a big brother to to me than just a friend...
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Ladrick:
I'd like to add my condolences as well.
I was lucky enough to meet Dave at Gencon a few years back, and found him to be a very gracious fellow.
Uthor, once and Always!
Landrick
******************
Tarlyn:
I offer my condolences as well.
Little background here. I didn't even know who Dave was until I met Des aka Rafael. Saddened by his passing.
I guess now, Dave and Gary will go forward, up there, together
*********************
Lord Lamorek Steelguard:
Godspeed Dave. Say hi to Gary for all of us and save us a spot at the gaming table. You will be sorely missed and were loved by millions even if few of them knew your name.
My deepest condolences to the Arneson's for their loss and to Greg and the others of the original Blackmoor campaign.
Uther, Once and Always!
****************************
Tadkil:
Damn.
_________________
Tad L. J. Kilgore
Executive Producer
************************
tadkil:
http://www.giantitp.com/comics/oots0644.html
A suitable tribute.
*******************
djaykix:
Dave, you will be missed. I also send my condolences to the Arneson's and Greg and others that are close friends of Dave.
***********
Rafael:
Failed to get the books to the Post Office in time.
Will write something over the weekend, though.
What a sad turn of events. I am very sorry for Dave and his family,
and obviously for you as well, Greg.
****************************
-Havard
GSvenson:
PostPosted: Apr 07, 2009 - 06:58 PM
Dave's son-in-law asked me to post the following message.
As of this writing, Dave is still with us. We have moved him into a facility where we can focus on keeping him comfortable. We have been and will continue to watch the forums and blogs and are passing along everyone's thoughts and prayers. Right now our focus is on getting Dave into the best possible position to maintain his comfort and his dignity. We will update the community as we can. We want to thank everyone for your thoughts and prayers and ask that you continue to send Dave your support in whatever form that means to you.
An address has been established to receive messages to Dave.
Dave Arneson
1043 Grand Avenue
Box #257
St. Paul, MN
55105
************************
Rafael:
Sending something today.
---
Sent my "Tales from the Old Lands" and prints from our game here.
The big gift of D&D is that is created friendship all over the world.
Something that, in our case, would never have been possible without Dave's efforts.
********************
Sheridan:
According to several sources (OD&D Discussion, ENWorld), Dave passed away last night. I only got to meet him this past year, at GenCon, and found him quite funny and jovial. I still have a "lucky d20" he gave me.
Dave's Blackmoor served as the foundation for all the D&D games I have run since starting with the hobby back in 1983.
A couple years before Zeitgeist Games published the 3.5 version of Blackmoor, I found Dave online and we had several lengthy email exchanges on gaming which I still treasure.
Greg, and all those who knew him much better than I did, I am profoundly sorry for the loss of your friend. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Someone should put an announcement on the front page of this site. Those who had an affection for Blackmoor will likely be looking here.
Thank you, Dave, for all the friends and the enjoyment your gift has given us.
-Scott Moore
**********************
Gsvenson:
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
****************************
Gsvenson:
Thanks, Scott. I will truly miss Dave. He was more like a big brother to to me than just a friend...
******************************
Ladrick:
I'd like to add my condolences as well.
I was lucky enough to meet Dave at Gencon a few years back, and found him to be a very gracious fellow.
Uthor, once and Always!
Landrick
******************
Tarlyn:
I offer my condolences as well.
Little background here. I didn't even know who Dave was until I met Des aka Rafael. Saddened by his passing.
I guess now, Dave and Gary will go forward, up there, together
*********************
Lord Lamorek Steelguard:
Godspeed Dave. Say hi to Gary for all of us and save us a spot at the gaming table. You will be sorely missed and were loved by millions even if few of them knew your name.
My deepest condolences to the Arneson's for their loss and to Greg and the others of the original Blackmoor campaign.
Uther, Once and Always!
****************************
Tadkil:
Damn.
_________________
Tad L. J. Kilgore
Executive Producer
************************
tadkil:
http://www.giantitp.com/comics/oots0644.html
A suitable tribute.
*******************
djaykix:
Dave, you will be missed. I also send my condolences to the Arneson's and Greg and others that are close friends of Dave.
***********
Rafael:
Failed to get the books to the Post Office in time.
Will write something over the weekend, though.
What a sad turn of events. I am very sorry for Dave and his family,
and obviously for you as well, Greg.
****************************
-Havard
Currently Running: The Blackmoor Vales Saga
Currently Playing: Daniel S. Debelfry in the Throne of Star's Campaign
Currently Playing: Daniel S. Debelfry in the Throne of Star's Campaign