The passing of RockDoc

[onedrop]

I am so saddened to hear about RockDoc''s passing. When I saw this thread I couldn''t believe it because I remember reading a post from him just a few days ago. Thanks to those who have shared their memories of him so that we might all know him a bit better.

 

[aljdewey]

Incredibly sad news that one of our most valuable resources here on PS has passed.

Bill was a passionate educator, and his enthusiasm for gems was infectious. Moreover, integrity was a much treasured and revered quality to him.

He will be sorely missed here and by the many lives I know he touched.

Here, he will be fondly remembered for a long, long time.

 

[Mrs Mitchell]

So very sorry to hear this news. He will be sorely missed around here. What a sad thing.

 

[Paul-Antwerp]

May we offer our sincere condoleances to Bill''s family.

Although we never met, it is as if a dear friend has left us.

It may sound weird, but to me, my traditional ending words seem very appropriate.

Live long,

 

[snlee]

Oh no...this is so sad. My deepest condolences to Bill''s family and friends during this difficult time.

 

[Maisie]

Such sad news. My condolences to Bills family and friends.

 

[enbcfsobe]

How very sad. My condolences to his family and friends -- he clearly touched many lives and will be greatly missed.

 

[dani13]

I am shocked and so sad about this......Bill, we will all miss you immensely around here......May you rest in peace now.

My condolences to all of his family and friends....

 

[Catmom]

I''m very shocked and saddened to hear such terrible news. It is such a loss for the industry. My sincere thoughts and wishes go out to Bill''s family and friends.

 

[hikerchick]

Very sad news indeed. My deepest sympathies to Bill''s family.

 

[denverappraiser]

Bill set the bar high for appraisers and was a role model for all of us. He literally invented a new industry of online independent appraisers and his selfless pursuit of consumer education has shown how it should be done. His passing is a terrible loss and he will be greatly missed.

Neil Beaty
GG(GIA) ICGA(AGS) NAJA
Professional Jewelry Appraisals in Denver

 

[whatmeworry]

This is sad news. Rock, thanks for sharing your time, wisdom, and good counsel with us. You will be missed.

 

[rainydaze]

in the short time i have been on PS he was one who clearly left an impression, and i quickly found comfort in his easily apparent integrity and knowledge. this is surely a great loss for all, and my condolences to his family and friends.

 

[woobug02]

I am so sad

My thoughts are with his family

 

[mrssalvo]

I too am completely shocked. he will be greatly missed. my condolences to his family and friends...

 

[MWG]

Our prays are with his family.

MWG

 

[debi wexler]

Rock Doc was seeker of truth in the field of diamonds. He always had time to spend educating me no matter how simple the questions.. He loved his profession and I always respect someone who has passion for his profession. Rock Doc''s shoes will be hard to fill on the forum.

Very sad and such a tragedy.

May all those that knew him remember him for the good things he did.

 

[tinsure]

I just learned of Bill’s passing and wanted to add my voice to all of your very kind messages of condolences. I am a more recent friend of Bill’s. We came to know each other because of his passionate concern for the integrity of his appraisals, his client’s best interests, and his broad base of knowledge which included insurance. Bill had extraordinary integrity about every thing he touched. He had a deep concern for the people to whom he provided his services. He understood a great deal about the law, insurance, and the jewelry world. He believed firmly in his personal code of conduct in business. He lived by it.

I learned a great deal from Bill during my all too brief association with him. He loved to educate, he was quick to help, and never considered money to be his first priority. I feel cheated that our relationship spanned less than a year but I am the better for knowing him. I don’t know how Bill passed on but when I spoke with him less than a week ago he seemed fine. There were times when we spoke daily and then other times that a week or more passed when we had no contact. I always looked forward to hearing from him and he always tried to take good care of his friends. I feel as though I should have known more about his health so that if there was anything that could have been done to encourage his well being he might still be with us. If there is a lesson here it is that we need to value and appreciate each other. I know Bill would have felt that to be a noble ideal. He will be sorely missed.

Ralph Cohen

Touchstone Insurance

 

[Modified Brilliant]

Bill will be greatly missed. He was very passionate about his profession and a true advocate for the consumer.

Rest in peace.

 

[diamondfan]

It is sad, it seems like a sudden thing and I hope he did not suffer.

 

[orbaya]

How sad. My thoughts go out to his family and friends. I always enjoyed reading his helpful and knowledgeable posts. He will be greatly missed.

 

[Sundial]

I never had the opportunity to meet with Bill or utilize his services, but I know that he had an excellent reputation and was a real asset to the posters on this forum. Such a sad and unexpected loss. My sincere sympathies to his loved ones.

 

[Diamond*Dana]

Oh how awful, I am so sad to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with him, his family & friends.

 

[WinkHPD]

I am out of the office and my friend John Quixote was kind enough to call and let me know.

My thoughts and prayers will be with him and all of us as we absorb this news.

Is there anyone now to help with his Aunt?

Wink

 

[adamasgem]

Date: 6/22/2007 7:27:50 PM
Author: Wink
I am out of the office and my friend John Quixote was kind enough to call and let me know.

My thoughts and prayers will be with him and all of us as we absorb this news.

Is there anyone now to help with his Aunt?

Wink

Wink.. I have spoken to the local authorities regarding the situtation, as well as to his Aunt and his relatives in PA who will be coming down to assist her. I am trying to protect her interests as best I can.

 

[BrianTheCutter]

Bill......



you will be missed, I salute you!


...........Brian

 

[JohnQuixote]

My fiancee sent this Irish prayer, which I thought appropriate:


"...We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too meaningful to forget..."

 

[CJ2008]

John,

Thank you for putting that picture up!

Claudine

 

[NYCsparkle]

My deepest sympathies to john''s family and friends. he was a wealth of information and he will sorely be missed by all here on ps. What a shock.

 

[Love in Bloom]

Date: 6/22/2007 7:43:22 PM
Author: JohnQuixote

My fiancee sent this Irish prayer, which I thought appropriate:


''...We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too meaningful to forget...''

That is a sweet quote John, thanks for sharing. I know he has had a great presence in these forums. I never go to talk with Bill directly, but I know he will be missed.