DennisLinkletter Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 Last weekend my brother in law was flying his plane to Oregon to watch the eclipse.One mile from the airport, something went wrong and my sister lost a husband, his kids a father, I lost a brother but the world lost the most extraordinary person I’ve ever known. Mark was simply brilliant, this is evident when you read his list of employers SRI, Darpa, JPL, Google etc.. The norm is that people this gifted are usually awkward socially or inept in some way but Mark was as also the most well rounded person you’ve ever met.. He never rubbed it in but I always was very aware he saw the world with much more understanding and clarity then I and other mortals did. I’ve really been struggling with his departure this week, trying to come to terms with my sister and her family’s loss, my loss but I keep feeling like the world really lost a one in a billion guy.. Only silver lining here is that he loved flying and if you have to go too soon, best to be doing what you love.. Here’s to Mark and what he loved.. RIP Mark Rich.. I will really miss your stories and hope to catch up some day in the not so near future.. https://www.almanacnews.com/news/2017/08/21/mark-rich-of-menlo-park-dies-in-plane-crash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrus Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 Sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5698k Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 Terrible news...Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pequod Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 Oh my. So sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FotonDrv Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 (edited) We are really sorry for your loss Dennis. It will leave a hole in your heart that can never be fully healed. Prayers to your family.... Edited August 27, 2017 by FotonDrv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Time heals all wounds some just take longer. Stay strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckreef Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 Sorry for the loss. Glad he went out doing what he loved to do. The rest of us can only hope for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stile88 Posted August 27, 2017 Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 Sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacKenzie Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Dennis, that is a stunning piece of news, so sorry for your loss and your family's loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDBBQ Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Sorry for your and your family's loss. JD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiveandGrill Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Dennis, so sorry to hear about your brother in law. I saw the news of a plane crash in Oregon last week, you never think there may be some thread of connection. I have landed at Madras airport years ago. Mostly a real sleepy airport, but the eclipse was bringing in one every 3 months minutes. Don't know if traffic could have been a role, but that doesn't help your feelings. So all thoughts are with you and your family with wishes for finding that place where the pain subsides and the good memories of your lov d one are foremost, Best to you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Ora Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 That's not good so sorry for you and your family.its hard when it comes out of the blue. Take care mateOutback Kamado Bar and Grill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Pearson Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Dennis, so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tucker Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Our condolences Dennis. Remembering him and celebrating his life is the highest honor to be paid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pequod Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Several of my work colleagues are former DARPA PM's and SETA's (I'm the slacker -- have PI'd DARPA programs, but never worked there). Many of them knew Mark and are stunned by his passing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayJab Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Last weekend my brother in law was flying his plane to Oregon to watch the eclipse.One mile from the airport, something went wrong and my sister lost a husband, his kids a father, I lost a brother but the world lost the most extraordinary person I’ve ever known. Mark was simply brilliant, this is evident when you read his list of employers SRI, Darpa, JPL, Google etc.. The norm is that people this gifted are usually awkward socially or inept in some way but Mark was as also the most well rounded person you’ve ever met.. He never rubbed it in but I always was very aware he saw the world with much more understanding and clarity then I and other mortals did. I’ve really been struggling with his departure this week, trying to come to terms with my sister and her family’s loss, my loss but I keep feeling like the world really lost a one in a billion guy.. Only silver lining here is that he loved flying and if you have to go too soon, best to be doing what you love.. Here’s to Mark and what he loved.. RIP Mark Rich.. I will really miss your stories and hope to catch up some day in the not so near future..https://www.almanacnews.com/news/2017/08/21/mark-rich-of-menlo-park-dies-in-plane-crash Sorry Dennis. Really makes no sense sometimes... Sent from my ONEPLUS A3003 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon B. Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 God must have needed some help..............................that is how I cope with loss like yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony b Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 So sorry for your family's loss, Dennis. Tragic doesn't begin to describe it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cschaaf Posted August 29, 2017 Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 Wow, so sad. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I know you will cherish the memories and keep him in your hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve M Posted August 29, 2017 Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 He sounds like an amazing person. I'm sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
