Mark Metson, known as MarkM/Knotwork on the forum, has passed away

[DaveF]

Found this on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ESSNS/posts/25404731089177644
But not much else about what happened
Did not have a lot of contact with him, but what I did was pleasant.
He started working with an old alt coin I have been playing with on and off for years.

Really knew his stuff. Would take the time to explain things to people if they asked.

RIP

-Dave

[KiaKia]

They say the good ones leave first, and MarkM clearly confirms that. I didn't have the opportunity to communicate with him (as far as I remember), but from what other members write, he was great at what he did and will be missed by many.

Condolences to his family and friends and may he rest in peace.

Like some other deserving members, maybe his profile could get a custom title "In memoriam"

You don't communicate with him and yet you said the good ones leave first, then you are aware that this person is a good one, this is the type of expression that gets me pissed and emotional at times .

Hello how are you doing? I just want to check on you

This is more than enough, there is no point talking after they are no more, it's just sad 😭😭.
If you know that someone has a good soul please let's start checking on them, it's important.

[Lucius]

You don't communicate with him and yet you said the good ones leave first, then you are aware that this person is a good one, this is the type of expression that gets me pissed and emotional at times .

Hello how are you doing? I just want to check on you

This is more than enough, there is no point talking after they are no more, it's just sad 😭😭.
If you know that someone has a good soul please let's start checking on them, it's important.

I don't know what your problem is, but I, like many others, have expressed my condolences to those who knew him. The man is gone, and you write this kind of nonsense for one more campaign post.

[NewRevelation]

Another day to remind us that we're only a passer-by in this World - always do good and stand for the truth, tomorrow is not promised. Sad to hear about another forum user passing. Rest well, Mr. Mark.

Surely, we are all strangers here in this world who would all leave one day. What becomes so painful is that you will never get to hear from them or see them anymore till time indefinite. It becomes more sad when you have a good relationship with the person, and its just so painful. It's just best if we live everyday of our lives as if it were out last days on this planet Earth. Rest on and may his soul rest in perfect peace.

[hikedoon]

RIP MarkM.
I just lurk here now and I've avoided posting anything for years but I had to offer my condolences to his family and friends.
I only talked to him a few times when he tried to explain how his Galactic Milieu game worked, but he seemed like a good guy that avoided all the bullshit, pettiness and backbiting this site turned in to.
RIP Mark.

[Traxo]

Very sad news.
He was an OG, great guy and always eager to share his knowledge and ideas.

RIP MarkM, my condolences to his family and friends.

[OgNasty]

Really knew his stuff. Would take the time to explain things to people if they asked.

Ya, the problem was that when he explained something it was so technical that you usually had to find someone to explain his explanation to you.  I think I could have benefitted from the availability of AI back in the day when we were talking about building projects.  While we didn't have a ton of communication, his name stuck with me as one of those guys you pay attention to when they post something because they were clearly on another level with technical understanding. 

[Shishir99]

I don't remember if we ever talked in any threads. Even if we did, I don't remember the name. But it is always sad to hear bad news like this. Such threads always remind me of the day that will come at some point, and I will be buried as well. I know this is our final destination and we all will die one day. Still I feel too bad when I hear news like this.

Leo's announcement thread touched me most. I think he was the only one who knew that he did not have much time, and he announced it by himself. But most others disappeared without having any chance to announce it.      

RIP MarkM

[albon]

I didn't know his real name but when I saw his username on the forum, I remembered him immediately and felt very sad to hear the news. His passing is big a loss for Bitcointalk, losing a genius like MarkM. I followed his valuable posts in the Altcoins section over the years, his contributions made you feel like you were talking to a super-intelligent robot rather than a human being.

I sincerely thank him for all his time and effort that benefited this community which still stands today as a testament to his remarkable journey in the crypto space. I wish him mercy and I pray that his family and friends are granted patience in coping with his loss.

[hornetsnest]

Rest in peace Mark and thank you for all your work on the galactic milieu.

[AakZaki]

These few days I rarely see the Reputation board because in the fasting month I don't want any debate. but without me realizing it, it turned out that there were members of the Forum who died, it was really sad news.

I don't know him, but I offer my condolences. May he rest in peace and the family left behind will be given patience.

[livingfree]

Rest in peace, MarkM.

We always feel bad when someone's passing is announced whether it's here in forum or outside. 

[iRaf]

MarkM was an incredibly smart man with a genius work history going back far longer than I've been alive — and as far-fetched as it sounds, his projects will probably outlive most of us here. This might be one of those cases where people come to realize how valuable someone's art really is only after they are long gone.

Rest in peace, Mark.

[kickback]

markm was undoubtedly a genius but always calm,patient,courteous and helpful when responding to questions or messages about any techno babble people could not understand although some of his explanations could be quite complex also  Rip markm

[JollyGood]

There is always a period of reflection and contemplation when a member of the community passes away, it is a sombre moment.

I have some recollection of the name but cannot recall ever engaging directly with MarkM even though he was a member since 2011. Just by looking at his posts history you can determine he was knowledgeable, I am sure those members that interacted with him will miss him.

My condolences for his family and those that knew him.

[Vod]

I have some recollection of the name but cannot recall ever engaging directly with MarkM even though he was a member since 2011.

Your loss for sure!   MarkM was a great proponent of using the blockchain for something other than crypto.    I tried working with him on ClubCrypto but he was years ahead of where I was.   The entire industry is better off for having exchanged ideas with him.

[MarketMagic]

Truly awful news indeed and a shock to hear. Goodbye Mark and may the force be with you sir!

[develCuy]

On behalf of the Devcoin community, I would like to express my deepest condolences for the heartbreaking loss of Mark @knotwork Metson. This is a painful loss for all of us, as one of Devcoin’s most important figures is no longer with us.

I must also admit that, for months, I found myself unwilling to face this news, and now it is the only explanation that makes sense.

Mark, wherever you are, I hope you are reaping the harvest of all the love you planted in those around you, and in those of us who were fortunate enough to share in your enthusiasm, even if only for a time.

~ E pluribus unum ~