RoryoCox Posted October 27, 2010 (edited) Today we received the unfortunate news that Dan Jezek, the owner and founder of Bricklink has passed away. He has such a positive impact on all LEGO fans around the world and I am sure the LEGO online community would not have been the same without him. Go here to see the full article. It is always sad to hear of another death of a prominent LEGO enthusiast and I hope the next time you use Bricklink you think a little thought of him. Our condolences go out to the Jezek family. Bricklink - In memory of Dan Jezek 1977-2010 Edited October 28, 2010 by Hinckley Added web address Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happymark Posted October 27, 2010 not a very big buyer/seller in bricklink. but feel shocked/sad about this. very nice site Bricklink is. RIP Dan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Cam Posted October 27, 2010 not a very big buyer/seller in bricklink. but feel shocked/sad about this. very nice site Bricklink is. RIP Dan Even if not, the database is just immense, this sucks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prateek Posted October 27, 2010 RIP Dan. He was so young too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoryoCox Posted October 27, 2010 RIP Dan. He was so young too. I know only 33. It is a real shame that he had to leave us so soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAYMATIK Posted October 27, 2010 So young. Does anyone know how he passed? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CorneliusMurdock Posted October 27, 2010 Bricklink is such a wonderful site and a tremendous idea. A visionary such as he will be missed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
astra Posted October 27, 2010 That really makes one go quiet. R.I.P. Dan. You really left the Lego community a wonderful legacy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Front Posted October 27, 2010 (edited) R.I.P. Dan. His site is so great, he died young but achieved more than most. Edited October 27, 2010 by Front Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robuko Posted October 27, 2010 How awful. R.I.P Dan. You were a genius who changed all our lives for the good. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Meleca Posted October 27, 2010 his creation made my life happier my condolences to his family Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leo-J Posted October 27, 2010 Craziness! Condolences to his family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mrlegoninja Posted October 27, 2010 (edited) Rest in Peace Dan. He made a great website which we love. Edited October 27, 2010 by Mrlegoninja Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Soup Nazi Posted October 27, 2010 Rest in Peace, Dan, one great AFOL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Siegfried Posted October 27, 2010 Very sad news. He overcome many adversities and to just die so young. But he will be remembered; his work has affected so many around the world. My condolences to his family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brickdoctor Posted October 27, 2010 My condolences to his family. He was undoubtedly one of the most influential AFOLs around. Gosh, first nnenn, now this.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legolooney Posted October 27, 2010 Despite never meeting him or even knowing his name until today, i feel deeply saddened. Not only was he just 33 but without this man the AFOL hobby would be very different. He achieved more in his 33 years than I could ever hope to achieve. My condolences to the family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hewman Posted October 28, 2010 Terrible news. We can just be grateful to him for his massive contribution to our worldwide community in his all too short life. There is a memorial page on bricklink here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Masked Builder Posted October 28, 2010 RIP. He came up with one of my favorite sites. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FettJango Posted October 28, 2010 (edited) Wow. It's funny how your day can go from great to terrible. RIP Dan. His insperational act of creating what he wanted to has really helped the LEGO community. Have fun in the Promised Land, Dan. Edited October 28, 2010 by FettJango Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Admiral Ron Posted October 28, 2010 Rest in Peace Dan, knowing that your creation made the lives of thousands better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted October 28, 2010 This is truly a sad day for the AFOL community. I agree that Bricklink has been a very useful source of our beloved passion for all lego-lovers throughout the year. Dan has made a great service to all of us through Bricklink, and he will forever be remembered for this. Our condolences to the Jezek family. May you rest in peace Dan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites