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PostPosted: Mon Apr 23, 2007 10:52 am 
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Cocobolo
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My good buddy and wonderful instrument maker John Sullivan of Portland
Oregon passed away early Saturday morning...

I'm sure he has many friends here at the Luthier's Forum...

He had been battling esophagal cancer for the past year, and faced his
challenge with dignity and class....

John was just a sweet sweet man who poured everything he had into his
instruments, relationships, and golf game.

He is primarlily known for his mandolins and arched top guitars, but
lately became smitten with 5-string fiddles...
He built two great ones...

John leaves behind his partner Patricia Lackaff, who has just lost her best
friend...
Our thoughts and prayers go out to her....

He also leaves behind a very very large band of happy musicians who I
imagine at this moment playing "We Bid You Goodnight" at points all over
the globe....
All with impeccable tone....

He will be missed in a big big way...



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God may have needed a new guitar.
john hall


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Sorry to hear about the loss. Even though I don't know them personally, extend my regards to the family if you get a chance.
Christian


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Location: San Diego, CA
First name: Andy
Last Name: Zimmerman
City: San Diego
State: CA
Zip/Postal Code: 92103
Country: United States
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My thought and prayers are with John and his family

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My Condolences. Sounds like a good guy.

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Covina, CA

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