Shocking News

[mrdreamjeans]

I was shocked to read that my LJ buddy rock_bear died this week in London. I just heard the news a couple of minutes ago when I was reading the journal of bearhedded in Seattle. Russ was a costumer/wardrobe superviser for many tours around England and in London. We often commented in each other's journals because we shared a great love for theatre and made our living in it. I read his post on January 12; suddenly, he's gone.

Russ had a wonderfully subversive sense of humor, lived life on his own terms, was a unique man. This is yet another example of how a virtual friendship can be so very meaningful. I feel his loss so tangibly this morning and it is hard to comprehend that his voice has been silenced. If anyone finds out more specific information about his death, please let me know. This is unspeakably sad ....

Comments

[bearfuz.livejournal.com]

Wow. I never followed Russ's blog, so I was (frankly) only aware of him in passing, such as when I saw his comments on your page. So sorry to hear about this. Hugs!

[mrdreamjeans.livejournal.com]

I'll say it again .. I can't explain to people who don't blog how or why Russ had an impact on my life. We never met, but our interactions were meaningful. Just you remember how important John and you are to me! I can't say it enough!

HUGS!