In Memory of Larson1951 (Steve) ~ TNet Moderator

[Mr.T]

So much respect from his friends on here! What a cool guy!

 

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[Tnmountains]

Besides all the artifacts flipping sticks and friendship. I was always getting these in the mail from Steve

 

[yakker]

Oh dear. After a number of days absent from TN, I log on to see this sad news. And today is his funeral... Having never met Steve, it's taken me by surprise how emotional I feel about his passing. A difficult mix of relief that his pain has ended, and deep and utter sadness. Seems the best among us all too often leave us too soon. My heart-felt condolences to his family and prayers for Steve on his new journey. I wrote a poem last week on this. I hope it's not inappropriate to post it here. Sent with love.

The Man with the Larson Guitar


Woke warm today.First time in so long.
The air feels grey
and close.
Veiled moon last night
wistful and shy.
It's hard to wait
for a friend to die.

Friends are made
in many ways.
Some next-door, while
some through screen and key
and electric magic...
Some folks are better.
Just better- and sweetly so.
It's hard to wait
for a friend to go.

There is a place
far from where I sit.
I poke a pin upon a map.
I could be there,
in a day, or two.
But that won't do. It isn't mine-
your journey crossing unseen line.
Still, I have pools upon my eyes.
It's hard to wait
for a friend to die.

Land-locked span of fields-
lines of invisible division.
Deep history yields, offers.
Some are worthy of that.
Some are applauded by the greatest spirits.
And as one sole path of
one sole life
begins to split and stray
from our common 'every day',
ancient spirits will not cry.
When time stands still,
men learn to fly.

 

[VERDE]

Hey flintdigger!! So Very Sorry to hear about Steve!! Enjoyed talking with hin on TNet!! He will surely be missed!! Prayers for All!! VERDE!!

 

[fongu]

Praying for Steve's family and all of his friends. Even tho it looked bad, I continued to pray for healing and a liver transplant. Our lives are like a vapor and pass in a puff of smoke, but Steve made big tracks and I think about the country song, "Who's going to fill his shoes?" I will always treasure the artifacts and Indian corn he sent me. Praying I can find the way to plant it in his honor this year. Between looking after my elderly Mom and my own physical disability, it's a struggle to get anything done, but this is something I will get done, Lord willing. Steve was blessed with a large and loving family and will live in our hearts forever.

 

[flintdigger]

I agree for those who knew Steve and talked to him, every life he touched in his post's here in the group, his conversations or his generous gift's He will not be forgotten. Love you brother.

 

[FFARL]

I'm really sorry to hear about this. 'Til the next one, Steve.

 

[austin]

You will certainly be missed...

 

[bravowhiskey]

Your passing is so very sad for us. We say prayers for your family and yourself.

Steve was so selfless, so ready to share his knowledge, and generous with friends and others.
I was honored to have traded some items with him and they will forever hold a special place in my home and mind.
Your presence in this world will be sorely missed.
Vaya con Dios, mi amigo.

 

[sandchip]

I'm mighty sorry to hear about this, and offer my prayers and condolences to Steve's family.

 

[pickaway]

Journey well ...