In Memory of Jonathan “avenj” Portnoy

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a3li · Post by **a3li** » Tue Aug 23, 2016 3:51 pm

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-m ... rtnoy.html

likewhoa · Post by **likewhoa** » Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:11 pm

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

grooveman · Post by **grooveman** » Wed Aug 24, 2016 12:04 pm

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.

F_ · Post by F_ » Thu Aug 25, 2016 4:01 am

Rest in peace, Jon.

Yamakuzure · Post by **Yamakuzure** » Thu Aug 25, 2016 8:06 am

I can't believ avenj is gone...

Good journey, Jon, wherever you went. Rest in peace!

gerdesj · Post by **gerdesj** » Fri Aug 26, 2016 12:11 am

Thank you for your work.

Rest in peace, mate.

Vaporeon · Post by **Vaporeon** » Sun Aug 28, 2016 6:53 am

May he rest in peace.

VinzC · Post by **VinzC** » Mon Aug 29, 2016 1:57 pm

29 is too young to die

. Rest in peace Mr Portnoy.

andjeng · Post by **andjeng** » Tue Aug 30, 2016 7:23 am

My deepest condolences.

amne · Post by **amne** » Wed Aug 31, 2016 8:34 am

Oh, this is sad news, my condolences to his family and friends.

cshields · Post by **cshields** » Thu Sep 01, 2016 3:32 am

Sad indeed. He always had a level-headed perspective which was not only crucial in difficult times, but something I looked at with respect.

stephan-t · Post by **stephan-t** » Mon Sep 05, 2016 4:15 pm

He almost in same age as me, very sad.

Rest In Peace Brother.

wschlich · Post by **wschlich** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 10:18 am

Share your memories and thoughts:

Jonathan Portnoy
February 24, 1987 - August 10, 2016
http://www.michaudfuneralhomeandcremato ... Id=1031720

Farewell Jon! May you rest in peace.

fturco · Post by **fturco** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 12:58 pm

My condolences to Jonathan's family and friends. Really sad.

cokey · Post by **cokey** » Sun Sep 11, 2016 8:45 pm

Noooooooooooooooooo!

Muso · Post by **Muso** » Sun Sep 11, 2016 9:08 pm

cokey wrote:Noooooooooooooooooo!

++

I had no idea... this is very sad news. He was always a gentlemen.

oscarandrea · Post by **oscarandrea** » Mon Sep 12, 2016 7:58 am

although it did not know him , I'm very sorry , condolences

Simba7 · Post by **Simba7** » Mon Sep 12, 2016 10:59 pm

29? That's way too darn young to go.

cruzr · Post by **cruzr** » Thu Sep 15, 2016 5:57 pm

Here's some pics we collected of him. Some friends and I visited him in his NH home. https://gigebox.pw/Jon/

knecht · Post by **knecht** » Thu Sep 22, 2016 2:59 pm

29? how did he die?

sad news, rest in peace

Website · Post by **Zucca** » Thu Sep 22, 2016 3:34 pm

knecht wrote:sad news, rest in peace

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Joseph_sys · Post by **Joseph_sys** » Sat Oct 08, 2016 2:21 am

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=3PX2x0F ... WBwHhTlRpg

augustin · Post by **augustin** » Thu Oct 13, 2016 4:16 am

Thank you Jon for all your contributions.
May you rest in Peace.

bluephoenix · Post by **bluephoenix** » Sun Nov 13, 2016 12:12 am

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.

reisio · Post by **reisio** » Thu Jun 15, 2017 7:55 pm

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

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May rest in peace