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a topic, worked hard to improve things for others both inside of Knowledge and for the world at large, always be willing to consider alternative points of view and be ready to change his mind on something, and be so, so, so very kind. His presence on the MCDC, which he achieved through truly hard work and just bothering to show up to a lot of meetings in the 12-18 months prior to the election where others got to know just how special he was, was a big reason that I was optimistic about what it would do in reshaping Knowledge. I'm going to miss all that but I am going to miss our talks more. His humor more. And most of all his kindness more. While I am so sad at the future that doesn't have him, I am also so grateful for the time we spent together.
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I want to note just how remarkable Richard was. He was in many ways a quintessential Wikipedian, in that he was passionate about our mission, held strong feelings on topics that would make many (including many other Wikipedians) shake their heads at the idea that someone could care so much about such
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was a British Wikimedian and administrator. He registered in 2012, and after a few years of dormancy, began editing in 2018. Successfully acquiring adminship the next year, he began using the tools extensively, helping out where he could in areas that ranged from
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My deepest condolences. I want to express that I had two seizures back in 2018 and haven't had one ever since given that I am not epileptic, but I recognize how serious these were as they can be fatal. Rest in peace, NBB.
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Awful news. I had the pleasure of meeting NBB in person, which is rare for me - I truly enjoyed the encounter, as well as seeing NBB's contributions on-wiki. My thoughts are with NBB's friends and family. RIP.
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I may be a normal user, and I may not have met him, but dang. I sent him WikiLove, in the form of strawberries, for his good work. Rest in peace Nosebagbear. You will be missed. The
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My deepest condolences. Even though I didn’t know him, I had heard of him before. He passed too soon. Rest in peace, Richard.
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I didn't interact with him much, but I always appreciated his input where he shared it. I also admit that I enjoyed
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Deepest condolences. I didn't know N well, but saw them around and their passing is sad. My wishes for the family.
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the major questions of life. Rest in peace, Richard.
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