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PostPosted: Tue Aug 23, 2016 3:51 pm    Post subject: In Memory of Jonathan “avenj” Portnoy Reply with quote

The Gentoo project mourns the loss of Jonathan Portnoy, better known amongst us as Jon, or avenj.

Jon was an active member of the International Gentoo community, almost since its founding in 1999. He was still active until his last day.
His passing has struck us deeply and with disbelief. We all remember him as a vivid and enjoyable person, easy to reach out to and energetic in all his endeavors.
On behalf of the entire Gentoo Community, all over the world, we would like to convey our deepest sympathy for his family and friends. As per his wishes, the Gentoo Foundation has made a donation in his memory to the Perl Foundation.

Please join the community in remembering Jon below.

Original announcement: https://gentoo.org/news/2016/08/23/in-memory-of-jonathan-avenj-portnoy.html
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PostPosted: Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:11 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

May he rest in PEACE. We didn't interact much but he sure was a very active user who cared deeply about the foundation and community at large. He will be missed dearly. My condolences to his friends and family. R.I.P avenj
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PostPosted: Wed Aug 24, 2016 12:04 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I did not know him, but I'm truly sorry for the loss. He has left a noble legacy that will live on in the hearts of all Gentoo users and I'm sure many others besides. Rest in peace, Jonathan.
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PostPosted: Thu Aug 25, 2016 4:01 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Rest in peace, Jon.
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PostPosted: Thu Aug 25, 2016 8:06 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I can't believ avenj is gone...

Good journey, Jon, wherever you went. Rest in peace!
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PostPosted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 12:11 am    Post subject: Re: In Memory of Jonathan “avenj” Portnoy Reply with quote

Thank you for your work.

Rest in peace, mate.
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PostPosted: Sun Aug 28, 2016 6:53 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

May he rest in peace.
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PostPosted: Mon Aug 29, 2016 1:57 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

29 is too young to die :-( . Rest in peace Mr Portnoy.
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PostPosted: Tue Aug 30, 2016 7:23 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

My deepest condolences.
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PostPosted: Wed Aug 31, 2016 8:34 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Oh, this is sad news, my condolences to his family and friends.
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 01, 2016 3:32 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Sad indeed. He always had a level-headed perspective which was not only crucial in difficult times, but something I looked at with respect.
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 05, 2016 4:15 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

He almost in same age as me, very sad.

Rest In Peace Brother.
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 10:18 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Share your memories and thoughts:

Jonathan Portnoy
February 24, 1987 - August 10, 2016
http://www.michaudfuneralhomeandcrematorium.com/obituaries/Jonathan-Portnoy?obId=1031720

Farewell Jon! May you rest in peace.
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 12:58 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

My condolences to Jonathan's family and friends. Really sad. :(
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PostPosted: Sun Sep 11, 2016 8:45 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Noooooooooooooooooo!
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PostPosted: Sun Sep 11, 2016 9:08 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

cokey wrote:
Noooooooooooooooooo!


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I had no idea... this is very sad news. He was always a gentlemen.
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 12, 2016 7:58 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

although it did not know him , I'm very sorry , condolences :(
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 12, 2016 10:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

29? That's way too darn young to go. :(
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 15, 2016 5:57 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Here's some pics we collected of him. Some friends and I visited him in his NH home. https://gigebox.pw/Jon/
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 22, 2016 2:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

29? how did he die?

sad news, rest in peace
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 22, 2016 3:34 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

knecht wrote:
sad news, rest in peace
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 08, 2016 2:21 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

My sincere sympathy to all his family.
I'm 100% sure he went to a better place.

Here is very interesting link to check
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PX2x0FxDTs&list=PLNz540i0yfBlfkxXHYlc77-WBwHhTlRpg
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 13, 2016 4:16 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thank you Jon for all your contributions.
May you rest in Peace.
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PostPosted: Sun Nov 13, 2016 12:12 am    Post subject: May rest in peace Reply with quote

Long time I didn't come and found this sad news.
Although I am just a beginner of Linux, Gentoo help me a lot.
I am so sad about we lost an excellent developer and a good friend.
All my best wish to him in heaven and to his family.
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PostPosted: Thu Jun 15, 2017 7:55 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

This isn't right at all. I'll definitely miss you, avenj.
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