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Rest in peace

My condolences to the family. I'm terribly sad when news came. Such a heartly and professional person. A09 (talk) 13:55, 3 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • We will miss your precious spirit, and cherish your contributions. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 12:40, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I simply cannot believe the news. Gone way too soon. I will miss you, we will miss you. Farewell and rest in peace, you'll be sorely missed. -- KTC (talk) 12:43, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I have fond memories of working with you across various projects, and you will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace. -- FULBERT (talk) 12:52, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I hope you rest in peace, friend, you'll be sorely missed. --qedk (t 愛 c) 12:58, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Your memory will always be a blessing --Guerillero Parlez Moi 12:59, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I cannot believe it. You were truly one of our best and kindest contributors, and we owe you significantly for your diligent work with the Foundation in the MCDC and other projects, let alone your adminship here. Richard, you brightened the experiences of everyone around you here, and we are all, across the movement, far worse off without you. Rest in peace. Giraffer (talk·contribs) 13:04, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I am deeply saddened to hear about your passing. Rest in peace. I will be keeping you in my prayers and in my thoughts, and I will always remember your kind soul. — Red-tailed hawk (nest) 13:15, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I'm so saddened and shocked to hear this news, it was only two weeks ago we met in person at Wikimania. The projects will be worse off for not having you around. Sam Walton (talk) 13:15, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I'm bad at condolences, so I'll leave it simple: rest in peace, Nosebagbear. LilianaUwU (talk / contributions) 13:23, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • At the risk of sounding cliched, this is really a great loss for Wikipedia. May you rest in peace. – Epicgenius (talk) 13:25, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace, Richard. Thank you for your kind email. 123Writer talk 13:30, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I am incredibly saddened by this terrible news that I was not expecting at all. Richard, you have been so kind and helpful, and I enjoyed working with you my friend. I have only positive memories with you, and it will be hard to accept that we will not be talking anymore. May you rest in peace. -- Anass Sedrati (talk) 13:53, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace Nosebagbear. You were a great admin and a great editor. You will be missed. #prodraxis connect 14:04, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • A truly sad loss. Rest in peace. Anarchyte (talk) 14:04, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • You are missed, Nosebagbear. Your memory will be carried on by the Wikipedians gathered here. May your rest be peaceful and your legacy be long and illustrious. The Night Watch (talk) 14:21, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I was devastated to hear this news. Thanks for your friendship and your tireless contributions to free knowledge, dear one. It was a privilege and joy to work with you. KevinL (aka L235 · t · c) 14:28, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Oh, this is sad news indeed! My deepest condolences to any friends or family who may happen to read this – Wikipedia has lost an outstanding editor, the kind we wish we had more of, but your loss is much greater. In sorrow, Justlettersandnumbers (talk) 14:41, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Just days ago you were in Singapore for Wikimania 2023 and I was delighted to have you here. I regret being unable to interact with you (and many others) in greater depth while being the host alongside with the COT and I had wished otherwise. It is sad to learn about you passing away this soon, as I was hoping that we would meet one day again somewhere, sometime. Rest in peace. – robertsky (talk) 14:51, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I have seen Nosebagbear here and there in some online discussions, but I got to meet him 10 days ago in Wikimania Singapore. So shocked to read this. Rest in peace. -Theklan (talk) 14:52, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • We were not close, and only engaged on Discord. Rest in peace, and thank you for everything. Seloloving (talk) 14:54, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Your works will always be remembered. Thank you! WAqil (talk) 14:56, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I have only talked to Richard on occasion on Discord, and I regret not talking to him more at this year's Wikimania. Nevertheless, my interactions with him have been nothing but the best. My sincerest condolences to his family; may he rest in peace. Chlod (say hi!) 15:02, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • You have left a great contribution to Wikipedia, in the fair resolution of sometimes difficult relations between editors. You were smart, wise and caring. May your soul rest in peace. --Perohanych (talk) 15:08, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • RIP I hardly knew him at all but knew of his username ... he left us far too soon. Graham87 15:11, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest easy Richard 😔 — TheresNoTime (talk • they/them) 15:15, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Sad news indeed. I appreciated Richard's contributions, and his willingness to consider different perspectives when we disagreed. We had dinner just a few weeks ago; he was so very much alive, then. /Julle (talk) 15:16, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • So sorry to discover another entry on Wikipedia:Deceased Wikipedians/2023 and to lose another administrator at the same time. Iggy (Swan) (Contribs) 15:18, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Very sorry to hear JarrahTree 15:23, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace Richard, and my deepest love and sympathies to your family and loved ones. Dylnuge (Talk • Edits) 15:25, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Shocking news. Rest in peace, you will be missed. –FlyingAce✈hello 15:28, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Struggling to find the right words. Nbb and I have worked very closely on the Movement Charter Drafting Committee, to which he has been a major contributor. It is heartbreaking to think that he was the last Wikimedian I spoke with before leaving Singapore less than two weeks ago. We will miss him a great deal on the MCDC, on English Wikipedia, on Meta, and throughout the movement. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Risker (talk) 15:29, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • This is very sad news. I did not know NBB well, but well enough that I know he will be missed. Vanamonde (Talk) 15:39, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace, you will be missed. – dudhhr talkcontribssheher 15:39, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • We sat next to each other at a meeting during Wikimania. We chatted and laughed. That was just days ago; now this. At a loss for grand words. RIP, Richard. --Rosiestep (talk) 15:41, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • So sorry to hear this. We will miss you NBB. – bradv 15:43, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I don't normally write at these but since I expect his family will be reading this and looking for comfort at losing someone so young, I want to note just how remarkable Richard was. He was in many ways a quintessential Wikipedian, in that he was passionate about our mission, held strong feelings on topics that would make many (including many other Wikipedians) shake their heads at the idea that someone could care so much about such a topic, worked hard to improve things for others both inside of Wikipedia and for the world at large, always be willing to consider alternative points of view and be ready to change his mind on something, and be so, so, so very kind. His presence on the MCDC, which he acheived through truly hard work and just bothering to show up to a lot of meetings in the 12-18 months prior to the election where others got to know just how special he was, was a big reason that I was optimistic about what it would do in reshaping Wikipedia. I'm going to miss all that but I am going to miss our talks more. His humor more. And most of all his kindness more. While I am so sad at the future that doesn't have him, I am also so grateful for the time we spent together. With love and apprecation, Barkeep49 (talk) 15:44, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • This is incredibly sad. Love to everyone and my deepest condolences to family and friends. What a loss for our Movement. Thank you Richard for all you have done! --Joalpe (talk) 15:45, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace. Thank you for all you've done. ULPS (talk • contribs) 15:52, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Unbelievable. I'm shocked and deeply saddened by his sudden passing. We met in person two weeks ago. I knew Richard as a kind, cheerful, and helpful person. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Know that he was appreciated and liked here. (Also, +1 to what Barkeep49 wrote.) SGrabarczuk (WMF) (talk) 15:53, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Thank you for all your time and service, as an admin, Discord moderator, and throughout the movement. -- ferret (talk) 16:02, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • So shocking to hear this just a few days after seeing Richard in great spirits at Wikimania. I have a lot of respect for the way he always managed to combine being constructive and considerate with resolutely standing up for the Wikipedian values he believed in. His departure is a great loss for the movement. My condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace. --Tgr (talk) 16:04, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I'm devastated. I chatted to Richard at Wikimania two weeks ago. Rest in peace, friend.  Lefcentreright  Discuss  16:14, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I would like to join the condolences. Richard was an excellent admin and an excellent editor too. His presence on Wikipedia will forever be missed. NW1223<Howl at me•My hunts> 16:12, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace. Thank you for your work. --Vacant0 (talk) 16:30, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I'm so sad to hear this. I really appreciated the thought-provoking input that Nosebagbear brought to conversations about software, and he helped shape much of what we use today on the wikis. I know he was involved in much more, and many parts of our communities will miss his presence. -- MMiller (WMF) (talk) 16:44, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I am so sad to hear this you will be in my memories and thoughts. I hope you rest peacefully and your loved ones find comfort in the joy you brought others.PICKLEDICAE🥒 17:05, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Perhaps one of the most kind, welcoming and conciliatory editors on the project, this is really heart breaking. Rest in peace. – Isochrone (T) 17:18, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace. He's been a titan of this community, and he's, although he might not have known it, affected me and my contributions in many ways. I can't find any other words for this, and I'm sorry. I give my utmost condolences to his family. Roniiustalk to me 17:22, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • This was extremely unexpected and sad. RIP, and thank you for your contributions. Elli (talk | contribs) 17:23, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Sad to hear this. Rest in peace, and thank you for your contributions. Tails Wx 17:27, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • So, so sorry. I had the privilege of working with Richard on multiple things in the last three years, and we met online dozens of times, in person several. He was funny, warm, intelligent, strong-willed, and kind. He never hesitated to voice his opinions for sure, but on more than one occasion he reached out to me privately to quietly point out a staff mistake so it could be corrected without somebody being unduly embarrassed or even, once, just to see if a staff member was okay because he had heard bad news about them through the grapevine. He had a huge brain and a huger heart, and I wish I had hugged him harder when last we met. --Maggie Dennis (WMF) (talk) 17:31, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • In the almost 2 years we served on the MCDC committee together, I was lucky enough to meet Nbb in person 3 times: Berlin 2022, Utrecht 2023 and Singapore 2023. And boy, there was always something happening with Nbb... I recall the unexpected heat in June in Berlin (we both needed wet towels to keep our cool!), I remember the case of the lost luggage in Utrecht, and Singapore is a story all by itself. Nbb, I will miss you dearly: your English accent and long sentences almost drove me crazy at times, but you never grew tired of explaining to me all the things I did not understand, and I think you actually very much liked it when I picked your brain about all the plans and ideas you had for our movement. I am honored to have known and worked with you. Love, Ciell (talk) 17:41, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • It's rare to find a human who, when they disagree with you about something, always takes the time to listen to you and understand your perspective, instead of just talking over you. Richard was one of those rare humans, and I'm thankful for every interaction we had together. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Wikipedia and our movement have been enriched deeply from his contributions over the years, and I will really miss talking with him. Rest in peace, Nbb. Liannadavis (talk) 17:42, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Oh no, what a wonderful human and utterly massive loss... ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 – SJ + 17:45, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Very sad news, too young. It's a huge loss for both enwiki and the wider movement. :-( RIP. Mike Peel (talk) 17:59, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I'm so very sorry to hear this. I too met Nbb at Wikimania this year. He never hesitated to ask the hard questions. He was polite, kind and truly a passionate Wikipedian at heart. Rest in peace, Nbb. -- NKohli (WMF) (talk) 18:04, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace. Kadı Message 18:30, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace. He was a significant Wikimedian, who had still lot of things to offer for the further improvement of the global movement. His loss is irreplaceable. NikosLikomitros (talk) 18:38, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • This is very sad news to hear. I was amongst many who met Nosebagbear at Wikimania this year and I could immediately see his dedication to the movement. He truly left a positive impact on the movement and his loss will be felt. May he rest in peace. Dreamy Jazz talk to me | my contributions 18:39, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I can't even put together words for this one. R.I.P. casualdejekyll 18:44, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • What a terrible thing. I hope his family sees these messages and knows how much of an impact Richard had on everyone on this project. ♠PMC♠ (talk) 19:08, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest easy NBB. You will be sorely missed - your mix of good humour and a permanently level-head when dealing with complex topics is in very short supply these days. firefly ( t · c ) 19:28, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Two weeks back we've had a long chat about everything and nothing at the Functionaries meetup. What a sad memory this will become. Thank you for your work, rest in peace, —DerHexer (Talk) 19:35, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • So unexpected and tragic. Rest in peace. He will be missed. Spicy (talk) 19:51, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • This is horrible. NBB was a brilliantly funny guy, an intelligent commentator, and a dedicated supporter of the project. I loved all he did here; I was sure it would go on forevermore. So sorry to hear this. Vaticidalprophet 20:14, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in Peace --Ameisenigel (talk) 20:18, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace legend. ツ LunaEatsTuna (💬)— 20:29, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I am so sorry to hear of this. He was a genuinely kind, thoughtful, funny, intelligent individual who will be missed greatly. - Aoidh (talk) 20:32, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • devastating. Rest in piece. Pundit|utter 21:18, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I met you during Wikimania 2023. We worked together in creating a volunteer profile and named her "Aisha". You were a great team member. It was clear that you had so much to offer to Wikimedia Movement. Rest in peace. Basak (talk) 21:20, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Unbelievable. What a damn shame! I will remember this guy. jp×g 21:29, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I remember talking to him and reading things he had said just a few days ago, it's hard to think about him not being around anymore. He was always willing to help out and diffuse difficult situations, and his commentary was always welcome. You can disagree with him and it'd be no big deal. He had my back all the way back when I Money emoji and helped guide me through a difficult RfA, and along with L235 he was one of the first editors I ever got on a call with and talked to. Back before CCI was a relevant well-known issue he did significant work at a major cleanup. Even though he wasn't the most experienced, he wanted to do a good thing and help out, and he sure did. The community Discord likewise benefited from his presence greatly, he helped guide policy when times were rough and hanging out with him and others on the late night calls was a highlight of my time on Wikipedia. He did a lot of great work on the MCDC and running stuff between the community and the WMF, and there will be a definite void to fill there in terms of someone who knows and understands the needs of both. I'm happy he edited here and that he was my friend and that we were able to know him during this time. Moneytrees🏝️(Talk) 21:36, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Truly a loss. — Qwerfjkltalk 22:24, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • may he rest in peace, what a true loss. -- Wesoree (talk·contribs) 22:29, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • It's so sad. May his soul rest in peaceEKokou (talk) 23:48, 1 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I had just sent you a rough draft for a rainy-day policy proposal (for that one constitutional crisis scenario we'd chatted about), and was looking forward to hearing you explain, in a very charming tone, all the things that were wrong with it. You were one of my favorite people to work with, and generally spend time with, on this project. I recall, just about a year ago, dropping into a voice call on Discord from my sickbed, having not previously mentioned I was in (the) hospital. You were compassionate and witty, and helped keep me in good spirits. I'm sorry I never got the chance to return the favo(u)r. May your memory be for a blessing. -- Tamzin[cetacean needed] (she|they|xe) 00:19, 2 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • This is deeply saddening. Whenever I saw Nosebagbear's signature, I knew I could expect levelheaded judgment. My sincerest condolences to his family. Mz7 (talk) 00:30, 2 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • absolutely horrible news. in my experience, NBB was always friendly and helpful - he will be sorely missed. Remagoxer (talk) 01:02, 2 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • I am so sorry. Our memories of you will be cherished for years to come. May the eternal light shine upon you. Clayoquot (talk | contribs) 02:24, 2 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Nosebagbear, I just noticed that your name was crossed out on your contributions on a page history which is always a bad sign, either of death or of an indefinite blocking. I don't know what happened but you will be greatly missed! Liz Read! Talk! 02:43, 2 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • My condolences for Nosebagbear's friends and family. Take care. starship.paint (exalt) 03:08, 2 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • It's hard to imagine I've interacted with you for the last time.. You were incredible. I don't know what to say.. I kind of need to process this. –MJL ‐Talk‐☖ 04:50, 2 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
    The thing that always stood out for me about Nosebagbear was how amused by circumstance he was. People here have said he's smart, and that's true. He had a lot of technical and policy knowledge, but there are a lot of people like that around here. What was different about Nosebagbear was how effective he was at putting his knowledge to work.
    It's also that he always did it in such a positive way; you can tell he really enjoyed the work he did. He had this tone of voice that I'll never get out of my head. The way he emphasized certain syllables of a word to express his ideas.. how he'd explain things to make sure everyone in a chat understood what was being talked about...
    I leaned on him pretty hard when I was on the committee to draft the UCoC enforcement guidelines. So many other people relied on him, too.. There's going to be such a massive hole in the community now that he's gone. I honestly don't know what to do with myself.
    His death is really taking its toll on a lot of us who knew him on Discord. It wasn't just that Nosebagbear was a useful person, but he had such an infectious energy that is irreplaceable. Despite being one of the most productive policy people in the global community, he was even better at making you laugh or feel happy. His personality and his character will probably be what I miss most of all about him. –MJL ‐Talk‐☖ 17:48, 2 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  • Rest in peace, NoseBagBear. I saw you commenting on my RfC only a few days ago; it's shocking to see you go. You will be missed. - Ca (Talk)

The memorial

Hello, all. I have been in contact with Richard's family. I know that the appreciation voiced for Richard has been a comfort to them to read. A number of people had asked me about memorials for him, and his family has shared information along with a photo. Since I cannot post the photo here, I have posted it on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/wikipediaweekly/posts/6554597494588026

The information I can also share here.

NBB's funeral will take place at St James’s Piccadilly (197 Piccadilly, W1J 9LL, 3 minutes’ walk from Piccadilly Underground Station) London at 11.30am on Tuesday 19th September.
Everyone is warmly welcome to the service – and afterwards at the Hotel Café Royal, a short walk away, for food and drink.
Richard left strict instructions for those who come to his funeral:
No-one is to wear a black tie and the more colour each person can include in their choice of clothes the gladder Richard will be.
Each person attending is challenged to bring a photo of them and Richard together, as well as at least one suitably humorous anecdote about or from Richard –and Richard asked us to remind you all that he was never one for feeling embarrassment.
Family flowers only please for the funeral – but if you would like to make a donation, please go to this Just Giving page we have set up in Richard’s memory: https://www.justgiving.com/page/inmemoriamrichardhaslam
For those would like to be part of the service, but are unable to get to London on the 19th, we will be live-streaming the service – we will share the link via Social Media nearer the time.

Maggie Dennis (WMF) (talk) 13:24, 9 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]

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