why I won't buy a k3 (Warning: Satire Thread)

Parallax · 12-21-2017, 05:46 PM

Originally posted by MarkJerling

It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams,

Damn.......

Damn!

bertwert · 12-21-2017, 05:47 PM

That is sad news Mark.
I know I will miss his stories and participation here.
But the memory will always stick.

robtcorl · 12-21-2017, 05:47 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by MarkJerling

It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, known to many of you as "Rupert".

Thanks for letting us know Mark.
As much as it has been expected, it doesn't ease the heart pain that I feel right now.
RIP Rupert.

MarkJerling · 12-21-2017, 06:10 PM

Originally posted by Parallax

Damn.......

Damn!

Yes, that pretty much sums it up.

Racer X 69 · 12-21-2017, 06:16 PM - **9 Likes**

I am sad. I will miss my Texan friend.

But, I shall not dwell on my grief, for that would be selfish.

Rather, I will celebrate Jim’s life, and take pride in having had such a great man as a friend.

Rest well my friend, and enjoy your reward.

photolady95 · 12-21-2017, 06:25 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by MarkJerling

It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, known to many of you as "Rupert". His obituary is here: James Williams « Wiley Funeral Home

It's a sad, sad day for those of us who knew and loved Rupert and his stories. My heart is heavy right now with this loss. I pray for his wife Gail, sons and his mom.

**clackers** · 12-21-2017, 06:35 PM - **1 Like**

Feeling flat now, even though Rupert would be urging us to lift our chins. Knew it was coming, didn't make it easier.

Artesian · 12-21-2017, 06:40 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by MarkJerling

It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, known to many of you as "Rupert".
His obituary is here: James Williams « Wiley Funeral Home

Jim will be sorely missed, by his family and many friends including, of course, those of us who have interacted with him on PentaxForums and off.
Gail has asked that we help keep his memory alive and, of course, that of the eternal squirrel, Otis.

Jim has, over his life, helped a great many people and it's a great pity that we will no longer be able to hear more of his "Rupert stories". We think of Gail, Jim and Gail's sons and extended family and his mom during this difficult time. Please think of them this Christmas.

Thanks Mark for the news even though it is bad. I've known Jim from the internet starting with Dpreview, Flicker, and Pentax Forum since 2006. I will think of Jim and his family everytime I see a squirrel, bird or racoon until I join him. RIP.
Steve

Racer X 69 · 12-21-2017, 06:49 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

I am sad. I will miss my Texan friend.

But, I shall not dwell on my grief, for that would be selfish.

Rather, I will celebrate Jim’s life, and take pride in having had such a great man as a friend.

Rest well my friend, and enjoy your reward.

OK, a little grief and sadness.

Racer X 69 · 12-21-2017, 06:50 PM - **6 Likes**

And now a toast to our dear friend.

Cheers Jim.

stevebrot · 12-21-2017, 07:30 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

And now a toast to our dear friend.

Cheers Jim.

I have been absent from this thread for too long, I fear, and it was only by accident that I caught news of Jim's passing. I did not know he was ill. I did take a few minutes just now to review his posts from the last several months and I will be extracting a few choice paragraphs for my own purposes. I believe his insights may be useful and worth sharing more widely than just a thread dedicated to the salvation of Tokyo and the free exchange of both the silly and the serious. FWIW, I do hope there is bacon in squirrel heaven.

Steve

Racer X 69 · 12-21-2017, 07:35 PM

Originally posted by stevebrot

FWIW, I do hope there is bacon in squirrel heaven.

Bacon is omnipotent.

MarkJerling · 12-21-2017, 08:31 PM - **3 Likes**

Otis squirrel lives on.

**aslyfox** · 12-21-2017, 08:38 PM - **2 Likes**

yes he does

Unregistered User 8 · 12-21-2017, 08:47 PM

Originally posted by MarkJerling

It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, known to many of you as "Rupert".

This is very, very sad news Mark. I have not been on the forums long, but Rupert ( Jim ) certainly stood out from the crowd. Vale Jim, RIP mate.

12-21-2017, 07:30 PM - 4 Likes	#42896
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by Racer X 69 And now a toast to our dear friend. Cheers Jim. I have been absent from this thread for too long, I fear, and it was only by accident that I caught news of Jim's passing. I did not know he was ill. I did take a few minutes just now to review his posts from the last several months and I will be extracting a few choice paragraphs for my own purposes. I believe his insights may be useful and worth sharing more widely than just a thread dedicated to the salvation of Tokyo and the free exchange of both the silly and the serious. FWIW, I do hope there is bacon in squirrel heaven. Steve Last edited by stevebrot; 12-21-2017 at 11:00 PM.

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12-21-2017, 05:46 PM	#42886
Parallax Senior Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: South Dakota Photos: Gallery Posts: 19,332	Originally posted by MarkJerling It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, Damn....... Damn!

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	That is sad news Mark. I know I will miss his stories and participation here. But the memory will always stick.

12-21-2017, 05:47 PM - 1 Like	#42888
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by MarkJerling It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, known to many of you as "Rupert". Thanks for letting us know Mark. As much as it has been expected, it doesn't ease the heart pain that I feel right now. RIP Rupert.

12-21-2017, 06:10 PM	#42889
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,408	Originally posted by Parallax Damn....... Damn! Yes, that pretty much sums it up.

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Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	I am sad. I will miss my Texan friend. But, I shall not dwell on my grief, for that would be selfish. Rather, I will celebrate Jim’s life, and take pride in having had such a great man as a friend. Rest well my friend, and enjoy your reward.

12-21-2017, 06:25 PM - 2 Likes	#42891
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	Originally posted by MarkJerling It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, known to many of you as "Rupert". His obituary is here: James Williams « Wiley Funeral Home It's a sad, sad day for those of us who knew and loved Rupert and his stories. My heart is heavy right now with this loss. I pray for his wife Gail, sons and his mom.

12-21-2017, 06:35 PM - 1 Like	#42892
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Feeling flat now, even though Rupert would be urging us to lift our chins. Knew it was coming, didn't make it easier.

12-21-2017, 06:40 PM - 3 Likes	#42893
Artesian Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 365	Originally posted by MarkJerling It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, known to many of you as "Rupert". His obituary is here: James Williams « Wiley Funeral Home Jim will be sorely missed, by his family and many friends including, of course, those of us who have interacted with him on PentaxForums and off. Gail has asked that we help keep his memory alive and, of course, that of the eternal squirrel, Otis. Jim has, over his life, helped a great many people and it's a great pity that we will no longer be able to hear more of his "Rupert stories". We think of Gail, Jim and Gail's sons and extended family and his mom during this difficult time. Please think of them this Christmas. Thanks Mark for the news even though it is bad. I've known Jim from the internet starting with Dpreview, Flicker, and Pentax Forum since 2006. I will think of Jim and his family everytime I see a squirrel, bird or racoon until I join him. RIP. Steve

12-21-2017, 06:49 PM - 1 Like	#42894
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by Racer X 69 I am sad. I will miss my Texan friend. But, I shall not dwell on my grief, for that would be selfish. Rather, I will celebrate Jim’s life, and take pride in having had such a great man as a friend. Rest well my friend, and enjoy your reward. OK, a little grief and sadness.

12-21-2017, 06:50 PM - 6 Likes	#42895
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	And now a toast to our dear friend. Cheers Jim.

12-21-2017, 07:35 PM	#42897
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by stevebrot FWIW, I do hope there is bacon in squirrel heaven. Bacon is omnipotent.

12-21-2017, 08:47 PM	#42900
Unregistered User 8 Closed Account Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,694	Originally posted by MarkJerling It is with great sorrow that I must report the death, on the morning of the 19th of December 2017, of James (Jim) Williams, known to many of you as "Rupert". This is very, very sad news Mark. I have not been on the forums long, but Rupert ( Jim ) certainly stood out from the crowd. Vale Jim, RIP mate.