I am deeply saddened to have to report the passing of our long-time friend and Moderator Harry Jilson who passed away yesterday in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family and loved ones.

I don't know how many of you have met Harry or even know him. To me, Harry was a great personal friend as well as a friend to OptiBoard and the entire Optical community. Harry was one of those rare individuals that had the ability to make friends with almost anyone, regardless of their politics or anything else. He was relentlessly upbeat and positive even in the face of great adversity. Once you met Harry in person you simply couldn't not like him.

I am really too heart-broken right now to say anything else, so please take a moment to read the blog Harry's family put together over the last couple of months of his life:

http://harryjilson.blogspot.com/

Rest in peace my friend!