RIP Tributes

Comments expressing sadness, condolences, and admiration for notable individuals who have passed away, often highlighting their contributions to tech, open source, or the community.

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Sample Comments

drno123 • Sep 22, 2023 • View on HN

Sad to see another great guy go away too early :(

mattcaldwell • Mar 14, 2018 • View on HN

Wow, that hits hard... he will be missed.

raghava • Jan 12, 2013 • View on HN

I am very sorry for your loss. He was an inspiration, and would still continue to be one. May he find peace.

ifeltsweet • Jan 12, 2013 • View on HN

He was an inspiration to me. What a loss to his family and internet. Rest in peace.

krylon • Aug 16, 2018 • View on HN

Thank you! Sad to see he passed away, though.

d0ne • Jul 3, 2011 • View on HN

A brilliant mind has been lost today. However, his brilliant ideals shall live on. My sincerest condolences.

the-alchemist • Jan 17, 2023 • View on HN

so sad, I had no idea. We lost a brilliant mind...

alpaccount • Mar 29, 2024 • View on HN

May he rest in peace, humanity surely lost a great mind today.

arjn • Oct 6, 2011 • View on HN

Not entirely unexpected but still sad. The end of an era. He will be missed by many.

ashleyw • Oct 6, 2011 • View on HN

A great man. Rest in peace, my friend.