Don the Creator of Ruby 13 1939-2013

Post by **RainLover** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 5:50 am

My deepest condolences, Jim. Your dad and I shared a lot of wonderful emails. He was an honest man, a gifted artist, and a great human being. He will be missed.

Andy_J · Post by **Andy_J** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 6:06 am

My deepest condolences as well

I can't phrase it better than this:

Papa Bear wrote:I regret never meeting Don in person. I did enjoy the few posts we exchanged and reading his posts to other members gave me a feel for the man he was. Within his art works live the passion and perfection he sought to portray. Don's legacy is the joy he gives with every Ruby's smile, the twinkle in every Presley's eyes and the raw sensuality of all his girls. Many here share in your grief, Jim and wish you the best as you journey through the loss of your father and friend. Rest in peace, Don.

Post by **Nescio50** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 6:19 am

My condolences to all Don's friends and family.
He was such a great artist.

Mordian · Post by **Mordian** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 6:48 am

My most sincere condolences.

beardygoat · Post by **beardygoat** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 7:04 am

oh, how sad, i am very sorry Jim, so suddenly. what a tragedy.

sadly
i was just busting his balls about something a couple weeks ago in a PM. had no idea he was in trouble..
i met him at the shop twice and found it hard to leave, we are both story tellers so it went on,and on, ,i really enjoyed his great vibes. he loved the art,creativity and process. i am sure he will be sorely missed. i do not know what to say,,
i hope the boys ok.

keep us informed if there is anything you need from the community by way of help during this time.

my condolences ,BG

stacy718 · Post by **stacy718** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 7:40 am

Oh my gosh. I truly loved your Father. He was one of the NICEST people I have ever met in my entire life. I'm so sorry for your loss. Don will be in my memories forever... he was one of a kind and he will be SORELY missed.

This world just got a little less beautiful without him.

My thoughts are with you and your family during this tremendous loss.

xoxo
Stacy

Gizmo10 · Post by **Gizmo10** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 9:38 am

Jim,

My heart goes out to you and the family. The world lost a wonderful person and I lost a best friend.

Godspeed Don, you will be missed.

Gizmo

LovesBlackWomen · Post by **LovesBlackWomen** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 10:00 am

I'm shocked. I didn't realize he was that old. I figured he was born in The 1950's.
So many well known people died this month and last. We already lost Guy Louis XVI.
I didn't know he was sick. Now every time I se a Ruby 13 on the computer, I will think of The Late Don.

cosycottage · Post by **cosycottage** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 10:22 am

Good luck in the next life, Don.

Peace out.

Jim dandie · Post by **Jim dandie** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 11:10 am

Thats to bad His dolls are some of the best,sorry to find out.

Post by **Capt_B** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 11:19 am

I am saddened to hear of Don's passing. You have my sincerest condolences.

I had the opportunity to meet him, in person, at AEE/AVN one year. My conversations with him were the highlight of my visit.

Like Stacy, I believe the world is diminished with his loss.

B

sirlustalot · Post by **sirlustalot** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 12:03 pm

Jim: Please my accept my deepest sympathy for your lost. Your father was a gentleman.

DEAL · Post by **DEAL** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 3:00 pm

This is hard to hear, he will be missed I am sure. My condolences to his family and friends.

Post by **AlexKnight** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 3:21 pm

So sorry to hear this.

My condolences to you and the rest of the family!

mavis00 · Post by **mavis00** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 3:33 pm

Wow, my heart dropped when I read this. Reading through the posts, it seemed like he was a good guy...I am so sorry for your loss. Ruby was going to be my next doll...what a great loss to the community as well.