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Don Williams
 Post subject: Beth Mayer
PostPosted: Sat Oct 10, 2015 8:55 am 
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It is with profound sadness that I share the news of the passing of our friend and luthier Beth Mayer.
Beth passed on to the next life on September 19th, after a final visit to her family in Wisconsin.
She will be missed by all for her warm and encouraging posts and her wisdom. I will miss her friendship.

Should you feel like you want to, I can give you contact for Beth's partner to express your condolences.


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Glen H
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Beth was a perfect example of being a positive, valued contributor to this forum. I'm sure she was the same in all her other interactions every day. Sad to hear of her passing.
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Clinchriver
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Ken Jones
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I'm so sorry to hear that news. Beth seemed like such a good person.


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That is very sad to me. Prayers to the family and friends...
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George L
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That is a sorry piece of news. Your grace and kindness and beautiful work will be sorely missed, Beth. May you rest in peace.

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Jim Watts
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Sorry to hear this.

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Sad news indeed. Heartfelt condolences to all who knew her.
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Sad news indeed. She will be missed.

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Beth was a sweetheart who radiated positivity. I'm very sad to hear she has passed on.

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So sad. Beth contributed a lot here, her presence will be missed.

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Rod True
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Very sad news. Beth was so positive and compassionate.
Be at rest Beth.


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Such a nice, positive person. Sometimes life's not fair. She'll be missed for sure.
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Very sad indeed. Sincere condolences to Beth's partner, family, and friends.
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Beth often understated her skills and knowledge when it came to her own work, but never in her cheery support of us all. My deepest condolences to all who knew and loved her.

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This is so sad to hear. Beth was a genuine class act and provided a ray of light in this community.

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My deepest sympathy to Beth's family and friends. One of the brighter lights on the forum.
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Glen H wrote:
Beth was a perfect example of being a positive, valued contributor to this forum. I'm sure she was the same in all her other interactions every day. Sad to hear of her passing.


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Sad to hear she lost her battle. My condolences to her partner, family and friends. They were lucky to have known her better than I. Her presence her was always positive.

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I was so sad to hear this news, Rest in Peace Beth.

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