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I'll miss you, Chef.
- Thread starter BurningSkies
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- Feb 20, 2005
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His dog Annie (I assume his brother Doug or his sister) now has a FB page...which is a nice reminder of Alan to see every day.
Al Kraft
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There is also a relatively recent picture of Alan and one of his dog Annie (sleeping) on the Baer Amplification FB page.
R.I.P.
Just saw this and thought that I hadn't seen his avatar in a while. Sad news.
Just saw this and thought that I hadn't seen his avatar in a while. Sad news.
RIP, Chef. Didn't spot the "In Memoriam" under his name until recently.
I just got a new bass, a Lakland 55-02 Deluxe (pic here). Knowing from various posts that he used to have a 55-02, I consider naming the bass "Alan" in his honour.
And, yes, I admit I've received a warning/deleted post notification PM from him a few years ago.
I just got a new bass, a Lakland 55-02 Deluxe (pic here). Knowing from various posts that he used to have a 55-02, I consider naming the bass "Alan" in his honour.
And, yes, I admit I've received a warning/deleted post notification PM from him a few years ago.
Respect for your ax named Alan. May he rest knowing how well he is remembered.
Can't believe I didn't learn about this today, when I saw a post referencing Alan's passing. I only knew him here on TB, but he was obviously a thoroughly decent guy, and I always enjoyed reading his posts and having conversations with him. He will be missed.
I battled prostate cancer 9 years ago and with surgery and radiation have been blessed to be still alive and still playing bass. It could all change tomorrow, that’s why I take every day, one at a time
It's great to know you are well again. Keep on bassin'.
Oh, no. I had no idea we lost Chef! So sad to know he's gone. Terribly sorry for his friends here on TB and his family. Dang it, this is tough, having been aware of his presence for so many years here, I know he meant a lot to many people. Rest In Peace, Alan.
Man, just sitting here with such a heavy heart. Thinking back to any moderation or "official business" that he posted… just a stellar and fair man. Alan contributed so much to our community, even the 100s here who don't know the username of Chef have been impacted by what he gave to us.
I've re-upped my supporting membership in honor of what he wanted to build here. If you'd like to do the same, see the "^ Become a Supporting Member" link at the top of any TB page.
I've re-upped my supporting membership in honor of what he wanted to build here. If you'd like to do the same, see the "^ Become a Supporting Member" link at the top of any TB page.
I’m awaiting 2023. That will be 10 years cancer free.
Back when the Squier Precision Five came out, Chef started a 'Who's Got One' thread that TB at its best with all kinds of owners chiming in about what worked and what didn't. I learned a LOT from that one.
It's hard enough, but the picture of the dog waiting for a guy that ain't coming back just makes it worse.
God Rest, Chef. The best a man can hope for is to be really missed by his friends, and you sure are.
It's hard enough, but the picture of the dog waiting for a guy that ain't coming back just makes it worse.
God Rest, Chef. The best a man can hope for is to be really missed by his friends, and you sure are.
