Don (Turtle) had been battling a recurrence of cancer for years. And yet this is still unexpected.
Some of us had access to a private journal he was keeping, discussing his surgeries, explaining his treatments, his good days and bad days. He was an absolutely amazing man! And thankfully, he had some really terrific doctors that gave him some time with his family. He was doing so well for so long. More will and fight in him than anyone else I have ever known. Even with everything he has gone through, he still strived for a normal life. He still wanted to help others!
I considered him my mentor. He was one of the first to great me at the very old Trellix Cafe. Though many people helped to build my skills, Don was the one that encouraged me most, gently guiding and pushing me to grow. Always with a positive attitude. Always with kindness. And he did the same with many others.
He encouraged me to start this forum and was my conscience. He will remain the voice in my head as this forum continues. His voice will still be heard in posts that are copied from earlier days.
Don was a true gentleman. He was loving and was loved.
He touched so many people. His influences will be felt for many years to come.
I will miss him greatly.
His website:
http://thepetscorner.com/ -turtle
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