Today, long-time Poster and Lounge regular --Pete passed away.
Anyone else who is a regular of the Lurker Lounge knows that this is a big loss for our community. The Lounge is a small, tight-knit group, and for many of us, this is a "home" on the Internet that's more than just a gaming forum. Pete was one of those for which this was indeed a home, and the Lounge an outlet for his thoughts, opinions, and advice.
I've known Pete online since roughly 1997, and in all that time, he's always been one of the "elders" of the community. While he describes himself as "A gentler, kinder Curmudgeon," I've seen the non-curmudgeonly side of him as well. Pete was one of the few who always supported the Lounge and egged me on to keep the site going during the down years, both financially and emotionally. His impact on the Diablo world goes well beyond this website, as well. If you were a hardcore Diablo player, chances are pretty good you came across Pete in some way.
Pete didn't always rub everyone the right way. He had a policy of calling people out that he didn't agree with, and never hesitated to let people know where he stood. But even those who disliked him could agree that his arguments were well made and solid. And he stuck to his guns, no matter what the case.
The old joke was "what will Bolty be when he grows up?"
"Pete."
I can only hope to fill those big shoes. I'll miss you, Pete.
Pete is survived by his wife, -Magi, who many of you know here on the Lounge forums and in games. Please extend her your condolences and best wishes.
I encourage each of you to share your thoughts and experiences of Pete here in the comments/thread.
Anyone else who is a regular of the Lurker Lounge knows that this is a big loss for our community. The Lounge is a small, tight-knit group, and for many of us, this is a "home" on the Internet that's more than just a gaming forum. Pete was one of those for which this was indeed a home, and the Lounge an outlet for his thoughts, opinions, and advice.
I've known Pete online since roughly 1997, and in all that time, he's always been one of the "elders" of the community. While he describes himself as "A gentler, kinder Curmudgeon," I've seen the non-curmudgeonly side of him as well. Pete was one of the few who always supported the Lounge and egged me on to keep the site going during the down years, both financially and emotionally. His impact on the Diablo world goes well beyond this website, as well. If you were a hardcore Diablo player, chances are pretty good you came across Pete in some way.
Pete didn't always rub everyone the right way. He had a policy of calling people out that he didn't agree with, and never hesitated to let people know where he stood. But even those who disliked him could agree that his arguments were well made and solid. And he stuck to his guns, no matter what the case.
The old joke was "what will Bolty be when he grows up?"
"Pete."
I can only hope to fill those big shoes. I'll miss you, Pete.
Pete is survived by his wife, -Magi, who many of you know here on the Lounge forums and in games. Please extend her your condolences and best wishes.
I encourage each of you to share your thoughts and experiences of Pete here in the comments/thread.
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