He'll be missed and I send all my love to his family, his friends, and to Nance.

But some things just transcend it all, don't they?

"You never know what you've got til it's gone."

Except some do. Nance knew. So would I, though I hope I never have to.

We surely have missed JeffR here for some time, but I did not know he was so ill.

Per the post:

Wonder if Skinner would extend a temporary amnesty, under the circumstances.

Will send a message.

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Jeff and Nance chose to let his passing be known as they saw fit, and I respect their decision not to make his illness a public event. Each victim of a fatal disease certainly has a right to confront it in their own way. Whether or not to go public with it is their decision and theirs alone.

For the record, I didn't know Jeff was ill either, just saw Nance's post on Facebook. For that matter, I don't even know if she is cool with my having posted on the board (guess I should have asked before posting--Nance, please forgive me if I acted in haste)*, but I know Jeff had enough friends on DU that plenty of people here would want to know and say something. For those in contact with Nance, I'm sure she will be glad to read all communication of condolence and encouragement. We all know how tough and gutsy she is, but this can't be an easy time for her. None of us are made of titanium.

*late edit: I later got a note from her saying she was going to ask me to post something, but she heard that I already had.

be concerned about them and react with public sorrow when something happens to them. I do believe asking questions about it is likewise a natural reaction to the shock of hearing the news. I certainly meant no disrespect.

My deepest condolences to Nance and (the undoubtedly many) JeffR friends, colleagues and family.

Still, it is quite a shock. He was well known here.

I was friends with Jeff on facebook but I'm not with Nance. So I wouldn't have known otherwise, until one day I'd cruise over to his page just to see what was up because he hadn't posted in forever.

I post only seldom on my FB page, so one fine day, someone might remark in passing "that guy from Dallas hasn't posted in a while," and that'll be the end of it.

Being married to Nance meant there was no chance Jeff's passing would go unnoticed, and the well of wonderful sentiment that has shown up on the several threads speaks for itself.

One of the good ones. Enjoyed his posts.

Thanks for the Duzys. Condolences to Nance...

What a loss. Please accept my condolences, Nance.

-- Mal

My condolences to Nance and their families.

RIP JeffR.

JeffR was a funny and a great DUer. He will be missed. What the connection to Nance?

They were married.

Will only think of JeffR with a smile.

((Nance))

My deepest condolences to Nance, their family and friends.

JeffR must surely have a special star in the heavens.

How sad! I'm so sorry to hear that. He was a good man.

RIP JeffR

My thoughts are with Nance and his family

There have been so many already sadly gone and hopefully not forgotten.

Gosh, I'm just stunned.

{{{{{{ }}}}}}

JeffR was a true friend to me, a mentor in the Photo Group when I didn't know an aperture from an ISO. I will deeply miss him.

Nance, I am so very sorry for your loss. JeffR was a wonderful, well spoken guy with a way about him I will never forget. Sincerest hugs.

How awful. Love to his family.

I have such lovely messages from Jeff in my inbox. Oh, my.

Prayers to you and your loved ones ((Nance)).

I saw the news last night on Facebook and was shocked beyond words. He was a beautiful, funny, terrific guy who knew his way around a camera second to none.

And anyone who ever saw his DUzys would never forget his sense of humor.

My deepest condolences to Nance and his family and friends...

RIP

May JeffR rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to Nance.

I didn't know he was sick.

JeffR was kind to me when I first got here and we shared a deep love of Joni Mitchell.

I can't imagine what you must be going through, Nance. I can only imagine your sorrow.

A toast to Jeff. I will never forget him.

My heart goes out to you and yours ((Nance.)) I am so very sorry for your loss.

Nancy... our deepest condolences.. I am just so sorry ..Emily and John.. the Peacetrains

my condolences to Nance and other family/friends.

and so horrible sad for Nance's loss. I never ever stopped missing JeffR
He was a true Mensch.

This is a complete shock to me. I never stopped missing him.

I will always treasure my memories of the old DUzy threads.

There's a bright new star shining in the heavens...

Loved your DUzys. . .always looked forward to them and contributing to the gleeful mayhem.

Nance, I, like many others, had no idea what was going on, but I fully respect both your decisions regarding letting this news out.

Rest in Power, JeffR.

I took the liberty, and admittedly without specific permission. I just saw the Facebook post from Nance and had a gut reaction. I haven't heard from Nance since yesterday, and hope she was cool with it, or if not, that she forgives me, knowing how well both Jeff and she were/are appreciated here.

and a little less here.

I had not had much communication with Jeff the past year or two but worked very closely with him (and Nance) on a couple of things. While doing so, he helped me with some personal issues without ever knowing he did it.

This is the first loss of an online friend I have experienced that has genuinely made me cry. I will miss him and am sorry we didn't get to do more of what we'd planned awhile back.

Be well, everyone.

We are really a FAMILY being here so long on DU (many of us) and when one of us Passes On.......all differences are set aside.

Hugs to you, }}}}}Nance{{{{{ and my deepest condolences

He was a wonderful member of the Photo group and I was sad when he left DU. So very sorry to hear this news. RIP JeffR.

My condolences Nance.

Rest in peace indeed

Peace to Nance, and all those who loved him.

Thank you for letting us know here, DFW.

See post #108.

may he rest in peace and may his family have peace.

people knew that jeff was sick.

thank you all for your condolences.

Jeff and Nance had their differences with more than a few here, but were/are held in high regard by a great many at DU (my thanks to those who felt otherwise for not intruding here).

When we lose someone who was as important to so many, as Jeff was, I thought it appropriate to say something. I hope Nance agrees (or forgives me if she doesn't).

she probably expected it because so many DUers have become her friends on facebook.

thanks to all of you who expressed your love and sent your condolences. i'm sure she appreciates it.

peggy posted this link on facebook for her.

All is well.

Thanks for the note.

Only became aware of this dear being through the DUzys, and I enjoyed them immensely. I am saddened to know, now, that this fun person was so ill... I guess I missed out about his departing DU whenever that was.

Condolences to all who knew him well and even more so to those who loved him and who were loved by him.

My condolences

RL

RIP Jeff -- bless you Nance and condolences on your loss!

I recall having friendly and informative exchanges with JeffR at a couple of points and he struck me as one of those terrific DUers who I wished would post more. All that aside I'm sorry that's he's left us and send my condolences and all best wishes to his family.

He made us laugh when we needed it, sometimes desperately. Condolences to Nance and all who loved him.

Best wishes Nance.

Reading this took my breath away.

No words.

Nance, I truly don't know what to say. I am so sorry.

It is clear that JeffR had a profound impact on many here, and I'm saddened that I never had the opportunity to know him, as much as you can know someone online.

I wish you much peace, comfort and love.

His DUzys were always one of the things we waited eagerly for each week, sort of like Salmon's weekly pics.

He will be missed.

I am so sorry, Nance.

JeffR will be missed.

But I'm sure he'll see this.

so early.. I love you both.

me kicking a leg and crying, I was laughing so hard.

Whenever I opened up DU and saw one of those threads, I knew I was in for some fun. I missed them when he stopped doing 'em.

Damn, this is some sad news. It's painful for his online friends and "family," I can't imagine how distressed his real life loved ones are feeling.

Cross gently, JeffR.

JeffR was such a powerful part of my oh-so-positive DU experience!

I am heartbroken both for my own sake and that of my dear Nance.

What a tremendous loss! I don't know what to say... but...

R.I.P., JeffR, you made a difference in this world> <tears>

JeffR was one of DU's best. Nance, I'm so sorry for your dear loss; I wish I could give you a hug.

I wish only good things for him and his family. What a sad thing to hear.

RIP Jeff, and peace to you and Nance....hope you are holding up as well as can be expected.

I have seen you have a huge group of supporters here that truly care about you.

Jeff was a great DU-er.

All best thoughts to Nance and to all Jeff's family and friends.

to hear...the DUzy awards remain in a class by themselves, as does JeffR. Deepest condolences to all his family and friends.

May he be free from suffering. Peace and comfort to his family and friends.

Big sigh of relief on my part, and a note to Manny on the GD Board.

He was one of DU's best.

...damn.

Much love to Nance and all of his friends and family. Jeff was always unfailingly kind to me and I'll miss that voice I respected and appreciated so much. We were lucky to have such a tireless advocate for humanity gracing this political forum. How very sad to find this morning that he's gone. So long, Jeff.

those DUzy's were a lot of work and he made them fun for all of us.

He will be greatly missed.

damn.

Rest in Peace.

He will be Missed.

families and to all of Jeff's friends .

We were married for 30 of them. You have my deepest condolences. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts.

there were 3 things that were guaranteed to bring a smile to your face- Top 10 Conservative Idiots (my gateway drug to DU), SalmonChantedEvening's Sunday LOLcats, and JeffR's DUzy awards (yeah, I know several other people tried to pick that gauntlet up, but no one did it like Jeff). Thanks, Jeff, for all the smiles you gave me over the years, and peace to you, Nance.

Both lovely people.

Stay strong Nance.....you are in my prayers!

We'll miss you Jeff.

Thank you for posting this.

Didn't know the guy, but he provided a nice service to all of us here.

RIP- Jeff