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RIP Calton Bolick (1961-2022)

I regret to inform the Wikipedia community that Calton Bolick has passed away, Friday evening Japan time, after a short illness. I've known Cal online for more than 30 years; he was always a fascinating and complicated intellect, sometimes a bit pointy on the edges, but always honest and direct in the pursuit of truth. I'll miss him. --jpgordon𝄢𝄆𝄐𝄇 04:42, 27 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]

RIP

RIP
requiescat in pace Dronebogus (talk) 08:50, 27 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]

RIP

you will always be editing in heaven.... 🕊 Im wikipediania (talk) 16:39, 3 November 2023 (UTC)[reply]