The Passing of a Dear Friend (Rathowen/Donavon RIP)

[Whit]

Rath was one of the good guys. In all the years I was a part of the game, Donavon was one of the people that was enjoyed and respected by all. I played with him and was his GM in many ages and thought very highly of him. He will be missed.

My thoughts go out to his family.

[Maverick]

He was a good guy. Had the chance to meet him a few times and for that I am thankful.

He always would help out and would put others before himself.

He was what great guilds were made of, but more importantly he was a great person himself.

I think this weekend Ill go out and get drunk, grab a few random asses and dedicate them to Rath.

I think he would have liked that.

[Teanos]

I still don't know what to say.

http://www.monarchygame.com/photos/rath/

I uploaded everything I have for those who want to browse.

[Belle]

Chad and I met Rath at the New Orleans Bash. He, ever the gentleman, stepped over me on his way to the john. I only met him once but it was enough to be forever engraved in my mind.

I will look through the bash pics and see what I can find.

My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.

[Belle]

Here is a link to all the bash '02 pics I had.l There are a few of Rath.

[Elfie]

Aria got ahold of me and said to let you know she is out of town right now and doesn't have her laptop. But when she gets home Thursday she will post pics of Donavon.

[DininDarkstar]

in the words of Pavek... "bah!"

another great person taken, and thanks to the people who have posted pics and such thus far great memories brought back (even if i didnt make it to that bash belle )

[Lil]

Everytime I come and check things here to see who's around, it seems as if someone has left us again. I used to talk to Rath alot online and I had the pleasure or meeting him in person. He was a really great guy that I'm glad I had the chance to meet. I have pictures of him from Chicago and I think I even have some from the Star Wars Trivial Pursuit game.

[Lil]

I went and found pictures from Chicago. I may have more but haven't been able to go and look yet.

Donavon

Just click the thumbnail to get larger picture.

[Mr Ed]

This is very sad to hear...RIP Rath

[Stryfe]

R.I.P

Was a great dude

[Immigrant]

I think this weekend Ill go out and get drunk, grab a few random asses and dedicate them to Rath.

brilliant idea!

Rath, main yer joys be as deep as th' brine, yoor troobles as lecht as its foam, ain main ye fin' sweit peace ay min', wherever ye main roam mate!

RIP (you'll be missed by all..)

[Odominus]

I too have fond memories of Rath.

RIP old friend.

[Alhana]

Wow...

I am very sand to read of Donavon's passing. I met him twice at the bashes, he will always be my boy toy. His pimp hand will be greatly missed. If no one remembers his 4 hours of roleplay as a pimp in my fuzzy pink hat and boa, you missed some of his best work. He was in character the entire time and kept us all laughing so hard I think someone peed their pants.

Looking back at those old pictures makes me so sad. (also makes me wonder why my hat was such a slut, all over everyone, thankfully I still have it saved)

Rest in peace, Donavon. You were very loved.

[Lare]

I usually don't post in these things, because I never know what to say..

However, for a while I considered Donovan a very good friend. I've been to his house, met his parents, enjoyed his company and his ever brilliant humor.

My thoughts and love go to those who are grieving.

I found myself watching the videos of us from the 06 Virginia bash that Aria had posted. Many memories are created so that in moments like now we can smile and hold that person dear for eternity.

Oh and I'm sure he would love to know that whenever I listen to the Gwen Stefani album he gave me, I smile and think of him. "They sent me two... So you can have this one"

[Absinthe]

sorrow

[Oriana]

Sweet Sleep Rath. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

[Katharsis]

This is truly saddening news.

RIP Rath.

Condolences to everyone grieving this tragic loss from Kitkat & Ashy.

Thank you Elfie for telling me.

[Mana Pueo]

i remember him

sad news indeed

RIP

[Ostro]

The news was just now passed on to me, and I'm really sad about it...

I never spoke to him in the games, and very rarely interacted with him in the forums, but he attended every bash I went to and I loved his company. He was a great guy and hysterical to be around. He will definitely be missed.