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March 5, 2007
There's no justice
It has taken some time before I could bring myself to write this piece.
Today I heard of Chris Lightfoot's untimely death. I first got to know Chris through his work with mySociety and the excellent Political Survey, two masterful legacies, but which go to show just what he was capable of and how much he will be missed. On the occasions when I met him in the flesh he was always witty and entertaining, able to rant in the most informative and articulate manner on a wide variety of subjects.
His impact on society may not be as widely appreciated as it should be, and there will be many who have used WriteToThem or PledgeBank, or have signed up to No2ID without realising the work Chris put in to these projects. As someone who had benefited - and continued to do so - from Chris' knowledge, it is tough realising that I will never be able to reciprocate.
Once again life shows that there ain't no justice, and all I can do is send my thoughts and sympathy to his family.
Rest in peace Chris, you're sorely missed.
RIP Chris Lightfoot - 1987 - 2007
Update:
Dave Weedon - RIP Chris Lightfoot
Bloggerheads - To: Chris Lightfoot
Chicken Yoghurt - Chris Lightfoot
No2ID - in memoriam Chris Lightfoot, 1978 - 2007
Posted by Clive on March 5, 2007 7:50 PM in the category Personal