Passing of ST's Owner Mark Blue

[Michael Towers]

Very sad news, I had no clue as I didn’t know him personally and he kept his suffering private from this forum. My deepest condolences to his family and all who knew him, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Even though I didn’t know Mark he always came across as a friendly, positive, upbeat guy. He was an integral force in maintaining this site and a benefit to the chaser community in general. May he rest in peace, relieved from his suffering. Regarding this site I think it’s a valuable resource and it’s critical to ensure its survival and if funding/ownership issues become necessary to resolve please start a thread at the appropriate time.

 

[Warren Faidley]

Have been away from ST for a few weeks, and was shocked to hear this. RIP and my thoughts go out to his family and friends.

 

[Bill Hark]

My condolences to his wife, friends and family. RIP. I didn't know that he was having serious health issues. It was certainly a lot of work and dedication to keep this site going. Such a contribution to the storm chase community and to those with an interest in weather and storms who stopped by to learn.

 

[Patrick Martin]

It really threw me for a loop when Jane posted of Mark’s passing Saturday night. He was part of my first real chase 6/12/05, and from the get go, it was clear he was honest to goodness good people. I always looked forward to seeing him and Jane at ChaserCon or bumping into them in the field. You could not meet 2 nicer people. It had been several years since I’d seen them and admittedly was unaware of what he was going through, but did not hesitate to attend Mark’s celebration of life today. I count myself as fortunate to of known him. RIP Mark

 

[Jeff Duda]

A summary of a more detailed obituary for Mark has been placed in the R.I.P. thread on this site: R.I.P., storm chasers

 

[Pravin Gupta]

Very sorry to learn the loss of Mark. He inspired me and many other chasers over the years. My condolences to his family and the storm chasing community. He will be missed.

 

[Nathan Parker]

Sorry to hear of his passing, and hope this site will stay up. I've always enjoyed reading the discussions on here.

 

[Jason Boggs]

Very sorry to hear this news. My condolences go out to his family and friends. RIP Mark...

 

[Ryan Schwartz]

My condolences to Mark's family and friends.

Hopefully ST can carry on. One of the few avenues for storm chasing that is void of any daily drama.

 

[Tim Vasquez]

We are very sad to hear the news of Mark's passing. I know Mark will be missed not only by family but the community here as well.

 

[Bobby Little]

very sad news indeed..RIP Mark Blue.

 

[Shawn Camp]

Sorry to hear of his passing...Prayers to his family. STORMTRACKER for...NBC 5 IN DFW. I'm back on Stormtrack.

 

[Brett Roberts]

Very sorry to hear this news. I hope Mark's family knows how much we all appreciate his role in keeping this place afloat in recent years.

 

[Gary Latimer]

Wow so sad to hear of this! Prayers to his friends and family!!