One of my out of state friends - actually more DB's friend - but I knew him and his wife too and would chat with him occasionally on-line. Passed away yesterday. A life long illness (I think Muscular Dystrophy - but I'm only guessing here) finally got the best of him - a bit sooner than they had hoped. He was in his mid 30's and leaves behind a wife and two young daughters. I'm sure they would appreciate any extra their way. Thanks.