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Very sad news today,l learned so much from Russ posts here at IAP he was always here to help us all and he always answered my emails l will remember Russ as a great man and a world wide teacher as he taught and showed his great skills too the world, God be with him and his family.
 
I met Russ at the Penturners Rondezvous in 2010 and have been to his website many times. He will be remembered for his generosity and kindness which is the way I think we'd all choose to be remembered.

May God bless and comfort those he leaves behind.
 
I never met Russ, but was able to coorespond with him via these types of forums. He was and still is a great inspiration to me and was always available to help out. Thanks for everything. God bless you and your family.
 
It's taken me a while to work up to posting here. Needless to say, Russ and I go way back. Strangely enough I've only had the honor of meeting him face-to-face once. A couple of years ago I was in Post Falls for a couple of days for a meeting, and got to spend a few hours over at his place. Russ showed me his shop, and a couple of projects he was working on. Then we went back in the house and just sat and talked for a while. After a bit his Wife got back from the store and we all shared some wine. They are very congenial people!

I am very saddened by the news that Russ will be gone soon. When Jeff and I started the IAP, Russ was on our first Board of Directors. A lot of his ideas about the sharing of knowledge were fundamental in the formation of what the IAP is today. I always appreciated that Russ always said what you needed to hear, even if sometimes it wasn't what you wanted to hear. He is the best kind of friend.

I called and talked to his daughter today. I won't go into details, but it doesn't sound good. I did tell her that many, many people hold her Dad in high esteem, and if there was any way she could let him know that many people are praying for him, we would appreciate it.

If you have a chance, go to Russ's website and read through the articles. His character really shines through. Remember him this way, freely sharing his knowledge with any who would receive it.

Take care, Russ!

Scott.
 
Very sad news indeed. I always appreciated Russ, because he would share whatever knowledge he had, there were no secrets or holding back. Please let his family know we are thinking of them in his time of need.
 
Well, I am new to this craft as for that I haven't had chance to discover many great works of many great people like Russ who started and improved this craft to what it is now. I have watched few of his videos and instructions and from his voice and sincerity of his speech you could tell that he is a jewel who never holds back and his explanations are very clear and to the point. I wished I would have discovered this craft long ago to say I had the chance to chat through email or talk to Russ on the phone. But, his dedication and love for this hobby is obvious from many comments here. His legacy would be remembered well and his name is always going to be mentioned in this trade.
I hope that his transition from here to his Creator would be an easy one and I pray for him and his loved ones to have the courage and the strength through these final days of his life.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Russ.
 
Jeff, I wish we could send his family flowers from IAP members if and when the day finally arrives to show our appreciation for him and his dedication. Please let us know if this can be arranged and how?
 
I got the original inspiration for turning pens from watching Russ' videos. This is truly a sad time for us who turn pens.

A great man is leaving us....

I will be indebted to him for his knowledge and even though I never conversed with him. I am glad that he inspired me to follow this 'craft that has brought both me and those who have the pens that I have made. A lot of joy and happiness.
 
witz1976 said:
jeff said:
phillywood said:
Jeff, I wish we could send his family flowers from IAP members if and when the day finally arrives to show our appreciation for him and his dedication. Please let us know if this can be arranged and how?
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I plan to do this.
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Got a way we can donate towards this? I don't have much, but I would be willing to chip in a little.
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I suspect we could arrange a raffle...but let's hope it becomes unnecessary !!
 
I wasn't thinking of a raffle or anything like this. I simply mean is there a way to take up donations for the flowers or other items to help ease the Fairfield family.
 
I've learned a lot from many on this forum and most of the time they referred to Russ and his website/videos/articles. My prayers going out to Russ and his family. Sad news for sure.
 
I believe one of the first things I did as a member was, watch Russ' videos over and over, as well as others. Russ is in my thoughts now too.
 
dalecamino said:
I believe one of the first things I did as a member was, watch Russ' videos over and over, as well as others. Russ is in my thoughts now too.
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Chuck, I was the same as you, I still have many of his clips bookmarked, and I go back to them periodically.

I'll be checking back here periodically to see how Russ and his family is doing. Russ is a great teacher, and a very giving person.
 
Wishing Russ and his family all the best.
You'll be in our thoughts. You have been an inspiration to me.

I'm in on showing my appreciation and care too, with whatever..somebody pm me
if I don't catch it.
 
I regret to inform the pen turning world that Russ Fairfield passed away on January 4th. He was 75 years old and passed peacefully. In honor of his many years of contributions to the woodturning and particularly the penturning community and with his wife Gerri's permission, the Principally Pens chapter of the AAW is implementing the First Annual Russ Fairfield Memorial Pen Competition. Russ was the Secretary of the Principally Pens chapter and a long time AAW member. Details will follow but this "competition" is to be an annual event in honor of Russ and all of his contributions to the woodturning community.
 
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I regret to inform the pen turning world that Russ Fairfield passed away on January 4th. He was 75 years old and passed peacefully. In honor of his many years of contributions to the woodturning and particularly the penturning community and with his wife Gerri's permission, the Principally Pens chapter of the AAW is implementing the First Annual Russ Fairfield Memorial Pen Competition. Russ was the Secretary of the Principally Pens chapter and a long time AAW member. Details will follow but this "competition" is to be an annual event in honor of Russ and all of his contributions to the woodturning community.
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He will be greatly missed
 
What a legacy he left behind. I wouldn't even call myself a woodworker, just a "hobbyist" pen turner and I have heard his name so many times...
 
Although I never met Russ, I learned quite a bit from his website and things he posted here, The wold of pen turning has lost a great man.
Please count on Woodchuck tools for a contribution,
 
I am fortunate in that I got to call Russ mentor and friend. I first met Russ about 5 or 6 years ago when he stepped into a pen turning demo I was doing at a newly opened Woodcraft store in Spokane, WA. I saw this gentleman walk in and knew I had seen him before but couldn't quite put a name to the face. After the demo, I walked up and introduced myself and told him I thought I knew him from somewhere. It was then that he said, "I'm Russ Fairfield". I was flabbergasted to say the least. I would have been totally flustered if I had known it was him during the demo!

Russ was an active member of our penturning club and did lots of demos for us. He was always quick to share his knowledge and funny stories with us. I learned a lot about pen turning and pens in general from this very kind and generous man.

There will never be another Russ Fairfield. He will be sorely missed. Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts at this difficult time.
 
Russ...you were one of the kindest most humblest men there could ever be. You will live in our hearts forever. May you rest in peace.

"My best friend gave me the best advice
He said each day's a gift and not a given right
Leave no stone unturned, leave your fears behind
And try to take the path less traveled by
That first step you take is the longest stride

If today was your last day and tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last
Leave old pictures in the past?
Donate every dime you had, if today was your last day?
What if, what if, if today was your last day?

Against the grain should be a way of life
What's worth the price is always worth the fight
Every second counts 'cause there's no second try
So live like you're never living twice
Don't take the free ride in your own life

If today was your last day and tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past?
Donate every dime you had?

And would you call those friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories?
Would you forgive your enemies?
And would you find that one you're dreaming of?
Swear up and down to God above
That you'd finally fall in love if today was your last day?

If today was your last day
Would you make your mark by mending a broken heart?
You know it's never too late to shoot for the stars
Regardless of who you are

So do whatever it takes
'Cause you can't rewind a moment in this life
Let nothing stand in your way
'Cause the hands of time are never on your side

If today was your last day and tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past?
Donate every dime you had?

And would you call those friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories?
Would you forgive your enemies?
And would you find that one you're dreaming of
Swear up and down to God above
That you'd finally fall in love if today was your last day?"

Nickleback
 
I never met Russ, I wish I could have. Hopefully his family gets a little peace during the coming days. It sounds like he will be sorely missed.

BTW - excellent song Jeff... I've never heard that one before - its now on my iphone. Worthwhile purchase and excellent lyrics!
 
khertzog said:
I regret to inform the pen turning world that Russ Fairfield passed away on January 4th. He was 75 years old and passed peacefully. In honor of his many years of contributions to the woodturning and particularly the penturning community and with his wife Gerri's permission, the Principally Pens chapter of the AAW is implementing the First Annual Russ Fairfield Memorial Pen Competition. Russ was the Secretary of the Principally Pens chapter and a long time AAW member. Details will follow but this "competition" is to be an annual event in honor of Russ and all of his contributions to the woodturning community.
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This is very sad news. I learned so much from this man that I never met but felt like I knew intimately from the many times I consulted his website for information. My deepest sympathies and condolences to his family and friends. Thanks Russ for everything!

Kurt... I will post news of this to WNY Woodturners 1 & 2.

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