keithisco 5,304 #26 Posted February 10 What John (kmt_sesh) gave to this forum, his knowledge, wit and neverending patience should always be remembered as a gift to the rest of us. He was the best of us along with MID and Cadetak. All people taken too early. A peaceful repose as you pass to the next plain of existence John... 14 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmccr8 22,701 #27 Posted February 10 Goodbye John and thanks for being my mentor friend Jay 12 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
susieice 41,784 #28 Posted February 10 I'm shocked and so saddened to hear this. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. When I saw the Tut exhibit at the Franklin Institute John explained to me a lot of what I saw. When I went there to see the Cleopatra exhibit, I even wrote things down to ask him about when I got home and logged in. He helped me learn so much. We also shared a liking for the same authors and often discussed their books. John's knowledge, patience and humor will be sorely missed here in UM. He will never be forgotten. He was the best of us like MID keithsco. Fly with angels John. 15 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmccr8 22,701 #30 Posted February 10 Hey John this song is for you I'll see you again Jay 6 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swede 6,020 #31 Posted February 10 Sad tidings indeed. He had battled so hard these last few years. We had become good friends and he will be missed. . 7 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wepwawet 2,147 #32 Posted February 10 John had become ill before I joined this forum, so did not know him here, though I did know him on ED in years gone by. I was struck by his knowledge, and perhaps more so by his enthusiasm for Ancient Egypt. A modified excerpt from spell 85 of the Book of the Dead, which perhaps maybe fitting for a man who moderated on two forums Quote I am the soul of Ra who issued from Nun, that soul of the god who created authority. Wrongdoing is my detestation, and I will not see it. I think about righteousness and I live by it. I am authority which will never perish in this my name of Ba. I came into being of myself with Nun in this my name of Khepri, and I come into being in it daily. I am the Lord of Light, death is my detestation, and I will not enter into the place of annihilation of the Duat. It is I who cause Osiris to be an akh, and have made content those who are in his retinue. I desire that they grant fear of me and create respect of me among those who are in their midst, for I am lifted aloft on my standard, on my throne, and on my alloted seat. I am the soul of the eternal gods, my body is everlasting. I am he who is on high, Lord of Tatjebu. I am young in my city, I am boyish in the field, and such is my name, for my name will not perish. 6 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bookwormwen 127 #33 Posted February 10 Such saddening news. Rest in peace, John. Thank you for taking so much of your time to share your knowledge with the rest of us. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piney 72,855 #34 Posted February 11 Safe journey across The Star Trail through The Eye John. 14 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trelane 3,402 #35 Posted February 11 RIP kmt_sesh. You were a patient and kind person. Thank you for being that way towards me despite my lack of knowledge in certain areas. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Wearer of Hats 36,360 #36 Posted February 11 May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again. 14 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tcgram 56,050 #37 Posted February 11 Such an awesome man, great knowledge and a wonderful sense of humor. I considered him a good friend and will miss him. May he Rest in Peace. 11 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Wearer of Hats 36,360 #38 Posted February 11 I know it’s a private internment, but is there any chance we can get someone from here to lay a wreath from afterwards? 11 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
psyche101 44,732 #39 Posted February 11 Such sad news, so many posters touched and saddened by his passing. I think that right there says what a top bloke kmt_sesh was. RIP. Another here who will miss your great conversations filled with fascinating discussion. 10 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hammerclaw 29,948 #40 Posted February 11 I'm at a loss for words. This makes me just as sad as losing Mira Furlan. Another precious light has gone out in the world. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piney 72,855 #41 Posted February 11 5 hours ago, President Wearer of Hats said: I know it’s a private internment, but is there any chance we can get someone from here to lay a wreath from afterwards? I'll see what @Swede or I can do. 4 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Wearer of Hats 36,360 #42 Posted February 11 Just now, Piney said: I'll see what @Swede or I can do. Cheers dude. 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Essan 7,815 #43 Posted February 11 Oh no Such a great guy and a wonderful Mummy. And so young too Fly now, free, John .... 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luca-Rosemom 19 25,471 #44 Posted February 11 KMT/John touched the lives of many of us in a special way. He will be missed, forever in hearts and never forgotten. RIP our favourite mummy mod and thankyou for the memories plus support 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
psyche101 44,732 #45 Posted February 11 Now what will we do for an Overlord? Dang it kmt........ Gonna miss your sense of humour. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piney 72,855 #46 Posted February 11 https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/crookstontimes/obituary.aspx?n=john-dewerd&pid=197633619 5 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daughter of the Nine Moons 10,516 #47 Posted February 11 I am saddened almost beyond words. Rest in peace kmt. 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waspie_Dwarf 16,593 #48 Posted February 12 Truly awful news. My thoughts are with his family and friends. UM won't be the same without him. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DingoLingo 3,575 #49 Posted February 12 Ouch.. Like Joc I was thinking about him the other day wondering how he is going with his recovery.. I am at a loss what to say.. he was funny.. clever and had a sharp wit.. I would even class him as a Peer on the forum in regards to the ancient mysteries.. "Hail to you, great god, Lord of Justice! I have come to you, my lord, that you may bring me so that I may see your beauty for I know you and I know your name and I know the names of the forty-two gods of those who are with you in this Hall of Justice, who live on those who cherish evil and who gulp down their blood on that day of the reckoning of characters in the presence of Wennefer [another name for Osiris]. Behold the double son of the Songstresses; Lord of Truth is your name. Behold, I have come to you, I have brought you truth, I have repelled falsehood for you. I have not done falsehood against men, I have not impoverished my associates, I have done no wrong in the Place of Truth, I have not learnt that which is not.." Rest well my old friend.. Till the time where we will meet once more.. I shall forever be in debt for the laughter you have given me over the years.. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmccr8 22,701 #50 Posted February 12 16 hours ago, Piney said: https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/crookstontimes/obituary.aspx?n=john-dewerd&pid=197633619 Hi Piney Thanks, I like the idea of planting a memorial tree in a forest in need in the link you gave. jmccr8 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
