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shareinnc -> Passing of one of the great artisans of our community (4/5/2007 4:39:07 PM)
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Allan was a mentor and friend. With his passing goes an enormous amount of knowledge of leatherwork and whip plaiting. He will be missed!
> It is with the most profound sadness that I have to
> report that Allan passed away after a long battle
> with cancer this early this morning, shortly after
> midnight, surrounded by his family and loved ones.
>
> Many people who have been in the Austin BDSM scene
> for more than a year or two probably know Allan (of
> Allan and Nancy, Snake Pit Leather Works).
>
> Allan was a well known and deeply respected elder of
> our community, a friend, leader, teacher and even a
> hero to many of us. His efforts on behalf of the
> community and his friends were tireless. He is
> parted from Nancy, his three sons, his mother, and
> countless friends, loved ones and other family
> members.
>
> The Austin memorial service will be held this
> Saturday by his friends and loved ones. Everyone in
> the community that knew Allan or Nancy is welcome to
> attend and encouraged to share their fond memories
> of Allan with others that knew him, in an atmosphere
> that celebrates, with joy, a life well lived.
>
> The celebration service will be a casual, upbeat
> atmosphere, and formal dress is not required. A
> lunch buffet will be served and everyone is
> encouraged to bring and share the comfort food of
> their choice if they wish.
>
> The celebration service will start at 1:00 pm at the
> CTK Ranch this Saturday, April 7th.
>
> The memorial service will include people from all
> walks of Allan's life, so overt lifestyle references
> in mixed company will not be appropriate. In lieu
> of flowers, donations will be accepted at the
> service for a memorial for Allan in the "Walk of
> Friends" to benefit the Christopher House Hospice
> where he spent his final days in peace and comfort.
> For you that may not know what this is it is a
> pathway that encircles the Hospice Austin's
> Christopher House that is made up of over 20,000
> bricks. Etched into the bricks are joyful tributes,
> fond farewells, memories of departed loved ones and
> friends. The pathways provide a sanctuary for
> patients, families and friends who are always
> welcome to visit this special place.
>
> Anyone that wishes to make a donation and can not
> attend the service can do so through paypal with the
> following information:
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> www.paypal.com
>
> When making a donation through paypal, please
> indicate that the money is for "services".
>
> If you wish to send a check, please send it to:
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> Payable to: Nancy R.
>
> Nancy R.
> P.O. Box 554
> Manor, TX 78653-0554
>
> Please feel free to distribute this announcement
> freely to any other e-groups, boards, or individuals
> that are appropriate.
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