In Memory of Jonathan “avenj” Portnoy

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The Gentoo project mourns the loss of Jonathan Portnoy, better known amongst us as Jon, or avenj.

Jon was an active member of the International Gentoo community, almost since its founding in 1999. He was still active until his last day.
His passing has struck us deeply and with disbelief. We all remember him as a vivid and enjoyable person, easy to reach out to and energetic in all his endeavors.
On behalf of the entire Gentoo Community, all over the world, we would like to convey our deepest sympathy for his family and friends. As per his wishes, the Gentoo Foundation has made a donation in his memory to the Perl Foundation.

Please join the community in remembering Jon below.

Original announcement: https://gentoo.org/news/2016/08/23/in-memory-of-jonathan-avenj-portnoy.html

likewhoa · Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:11 pm Post subject:

May he rest in PEACE. We didn't interact much but he sure was a very active user who cared deeply about the foundation and community at large. He will be missed dearly. My condolences to his friends and family. R.I.P avenj

grooveman · Veteran Joined: 24 Feb 2003 Posts: 1217

I did not know him, but I'm truly sorry for the loss. He has left a noble legacy that will live on in the hearts of all Gentoo users and I'm sure many others besides. Rest in peace, Jonathan.
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F_ · Tux's lil' helper Joined: 31 Dec 2006 Posts: 142

Rest in peace, Jon.

Yamakuzure · Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2016 8:06 am Post subject:

I can't believ avenj is gone...

Good journey, Jon, wherever you went. Rest in peace!

gerdesj

Thank you for your work.

Rest in peace, mate.

Vaporeon · n00b Joined: 28 Aug 2016 Posts: 1

May he rest in peace.

VinzC · Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2016 1:57 pm Post subject:

29 is too young to die :-(

. Rest in peace Mr Portnoy.
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andjeng · n00b Joined: 05 Dec 2012 Posts: 9 Location: Indonesia

My deepest condolences.
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amne · Posted: Wed Aug 31, 2016 8:34 am Post subject:

Oh, this is sad news, my condolences to his family and friends.
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cshields · Posted: Thu Sep 01, 2016 3:32 am Post subject:

Sad indeed. He always had a level-headed perspective which was not only crucial in difficult times, but something I looked at with respect.

stephan-t · Tux's lil' helper Joined: 12 May 2014 Posts: 122

He almost in same age as me, very sad.

Rest In Peace Brother.

wschlich · Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 10:18 am Post subject:

Share your memories and thoughts:

Jonathan Portnoy
February 24, 1987 - August 10, 2016
http://www.michaudfuneralhomeandcrematorium.com/obituaries/Jonathan-Portnoy?obId=1031720

Farewell Jon! May you rest in peace.
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fturco · Veteran Joined: 08 Dec 2010 Posts: 1181

My condolences to Jonathan's family and friends. Really sad.

cokey · Advocate Joined: 23 Apr 2004 Posts: 3355

Noooooooooooooooooo!
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Muso · Posted: Sun Sep 11, 2016 9:08 pm Post subject:

oscarandrea · Posted: Mon Sep 12, 2016 7:58 am Post subject:

although it did not know him , I'm very sorry , condolences

Simba7 · Posted: Mon Sep 12, 2016 10:59 pm Post subject:

29? That's way too darn young to go.

cruzr · n00b Joined: 15 Sep 2016 Posts: 5

Here's some pics we collected of him. Some friends and I visited him in his NH home. https://gigebox.pw/Jon/

knecht · n00b Joined: 28 Oct 2010 Posts: 17

29? how did he die?

sad news, rest in peace
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Zucca · Posted: Thu Sep 22, 2016 3:34 pm Post subject:

Joseph_sys · Posted: Sat Oct 08, 2016 2:21 am Post subject:

My sincere sympathy to all his family.
I'm 100% sure he went to a better place.

Here is very interesting link to check
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PX2x0FxDTs&list=PLNz540i0yfBlfkxXHYlc77-WBwHhTlRpg

augustin · Guru Joined: 23 Feb 2015 Posts: 318

Thank you Jon for all your contributions.
May you rest in Peace.

bluephoenix · Tux's lil' helper Joined: 01 Nov 2008 Posts: 94

Long time I didn't come and found this sad news.
Although I am just a beginner of Linux, Gentoo help me a lot.
I am so sad about we lost an excellent developer and a good friend.
All my best wish to him in heaven and to his family.

reisio · Tux's lil' helper Joined: 12 Jul 2004 Posts: 121

This isn't right at all. I'll definitely miss you, avenj.