RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M)

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vigrond

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to Ricardo)

my condolences

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TGerman

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to acmitchell)

A.C.,

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I am greatly sorry for your loss.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 4 2012 9:12:16

Escribano

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to El Kiko)

quote:

It might be nice if someone could put a bit of where and when he was born , school , work , just a paragraph or two , maybe to help put the image we have of him into perspective ...

I'll collect what information I can when I go up to Scotland.

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El Kiko

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to Escribano)

Thanks ....I know you will be a great ambassador for the all of us here in the Foro ...
I hope the family and relatives approve of the Videos etc... and we can only see a few photos later .....

P.S. Scottish wake = whiskey , I'm sure ......maybe even Haggis , (whatever that is) .
That should be an experience in itself ....Ron would hopefully approve ..

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 4 2012 11:24:17

Munin

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

It's only in these past few days that I really realize he's gone. One of the things in life that only hit you later on.

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Escribano

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to Munin)

quote:

It's only in these past few days that I really realize he's gone. One of the things in life that only hit you later on.

Yeah, I know. It's a big hole [sigh]

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 5 2012 1:36:13

elgreco

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to acmitchell)

Devastating news. My condolences. Really decent and fair guy, qualities necessary for a popular forum administrator. My favorite (mis)quote of his was:

In Spain 1 out of 3 people do not have a job but Condes

Please excuse this nice example of taking somebody's words totally out of context.

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aloysius

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to acmitchell)

I only just read this - very sad indeed - on the forum there are many great knowledgable people, but he was forum's fountain of wisdom. Will be sadly missed.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 8 2012 22:20:29

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 11 2012 0:42:36

ashod

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to Ricardo)

Man, I can't believe this... I've been away for two months and now that I'm back, Ron is gone... AC, my deepest condolences to you and your family...

I still have all the private messages from the first (and only for now) buleria challenge I was in.
He was having so much fun at the reaction of all the members at my playing.
He told me "So don't worry....just sit back and ENJOY!

"

Then, we had some chats and he took the time to point me out things to work and how to work to get better...

I'll miss your humorous posts Ron, you were undoubtedly a father figure to all of us here and a pillar to this foro.

I'll never forget you.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 12 2012 10:50:10

Arash

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

I came back to check the foro after a while again and i saw a thread about organising something in Andalucia "in memory of Ron" and i thought to myself ,what does Simon mean with "in memory of Ron"????!!
I searched the Foro and found this thread.
I can't believe it. Totally shocked and very very sad.
He was so young at heart.
Such a great person. So much fun we had in the foro.
I still need time to realise this.
My deepest condolences to you and family.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 14 2012 21:46:48

Georg

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

I haven't been here for years. Coming back now and reading this, I'm shocked. His wig video will be an all time classic.

Ron, you're great!

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 15 2012 8:59:58

tonos

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to acmitchell)

It has been a while since I last visited the Foro, so it was quite a shock to learn that Ron has passed away.
GJ has already expressed the same things I felt and more, but I still want to add my condolences to all the others.
I loved Ron for his love for music, for mankind, his outspokenness, and I remember how sorry I felt when he wrote how heartbroken he was when his love had left him. And now he has left us, heartbroken.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 18 2012 18:53:54

mrMagenta

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

I've been having some rough times, nearly giving up on music because of problems with my hands, so I've had a long break from the foro. Now I come back to this...

It's a shock. Feels like being hit by a heavy brick. I'm lost for words. I liked the guy very much. This is one of those moments that makes you feel pushed by the heavy hand of time, a sad point of no return.

I'll remember you, Ron.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 19 2012 10:58:01

silddx

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

This is very sad news. I am new to the forum really and had a bit of time away, but this was such a shock when I returned. I hope Ron has lots of fun at the juergas up there. Don't rest in peace, Ron, make a right racket! x

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 26 2012 21:03:44

cathulu

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to acmitchell)

Terrible news. I am very sad. Ron was such a great guy and I will miss him greatly. I am sorry I have been overtaken by life and not noticed this earlier... I thought I would be reading something from Ron today and instead find otherwise. Ron, rest in peace. I can't think of anything else to say. I am speechless.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Sep. 30 2012 4:57:43

kozz

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

I am very sorry to hear this.
Ron was synonyme to me for foroflamenco, a nice warm character with some spicy juice.

To you Ron: "Give me another 40 years or so, and I might be able to show you that alzapua when I get there....if not, we'll have one!

Cheers!

kozz

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MarkMc

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

Hello,

I've trying to get myself back into flamenco and have been away from this foro for too long. I'm very sad to learn today that Ron has passed. I loved reading all of his posts. You will be missed very much Ron. We shall all meet again.

Cheers!
Mark

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 6 2012 20:13:41

bernd

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

As beeing away and returning to this forum, I see I´ve been away too long. It´s sad news to read that Ron has passed away. Some years ago I bought his flamenco metronome that helped me and my guitar pupils. I had some problems in the beginning and Ron helped directly via email. A short time later I´ve found this foro flamenco and met him again. After a longer period of a playing pause due to job commitments I´ve just made a new start on the guitar and bought last week some strings and the G7th capo. So my thoughts of the Flamenco Master metronome were present and I was thinking of Ron. Now I´m here reading this shocking news posted in august.

Unbelievable, I´m speechless. May God let shine His blessings to Ron´s family.
Deepest condelences belated.

Bernd

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 29 2012 1:20:46

edgar884

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

ah man. I'm gonna light a candle for Ron. see you on the other side man, and say hi to my Dad. there with us in many ways.

so sorry for the loss.

Sincerely Gabriel.

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Florian

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to edgar884)

edgar, I haven't heard from you in years man, how are you ?

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Dec. 18 2012 3:36:20

bahen

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to Ricardo)

My deepest condolences for your loss, AC. I will miss him very much.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 8 2013 12:00:48

geert1957

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss.
My deepest condolences to the family and to his friends.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 12 2013 14:26:52

acmitchell

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

Thank you everyone for all your messages!

Whenever I get sad or really miss my Dad it's always so comforting to come on here and read all your lovely messages. It really does mean a lot.

I am so grateful for this forum and to the fabulous members who have given me so much support when I have needed it most.

After writing this soppy post I think I'll eat a rock sandwich or wrestle a shark or do some other tough guy activities..

I hope everyone is doing well, and enjoying this beautiful Summer!

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 17 2013 17:30:43

El Kiko

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to acmitchell)

Hey , we're always around , struggling with our guitars .... come as often as you want and post whatever you need to say ..........nice to hear from you as well...

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Ruphus

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

Yes! Really.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 17 2013 17:55:24

Escribano

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to acmitchell)

Hi AC,

Ron is with us, having a laugh and a moan at our antics. Coming up to a year now and he is often in my thoughts as are you.

Simon

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 17 2013 17:56:33

guitarbuddha

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to acmitchell)

I always feel him looking over my shoulder and tutting when I type. And he's still always right.

D.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 17 2013 19:16:33

gerundino63

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

Everytime i see a scottish flag I must think of him.
Yesterdy during the tour de france for instance....

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 17 2013 19:30:10

Mark2

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RE: R.I.P Ron Mitchell (Ron.M) (in reply to vigrond)

I often think of Ron as well. Just the other day I re-read a private message he sent me. He'd told me something I'd posted had him pissing himself laughing for days. One of my better contributions no doubt. My license: