I think there are still enough former Bronzers active here, that this post is kosher.

Bronzers, my precious(es), we have lost another of our own. It is valMichael (aka the Birthday Gnome).

Here's the text of the announcement:

Jack Burkhead says: (Fri Mar 6 00:53:22 2015 76.31.40.150) [Edit/Delete] Re: valMichael/Michael Mclellan

I have only been able to contact a few of his friends directly so I will put up a general posting to this board's users.

Long time poster on this board, Michael Mclellan ( valMichael ) was hospitalized last month. There are informational postings starting on February 28th.

He had begun to improve and it appeared he would recover from this latest problem. Unfortunately this hope was premature.

Mike passed away this AM. His ending seemed peaceful and without pain.

If any one wants more information, I will put my email at the end of this.

He really loved this board and the people on it. My thanks to all of you for providing him with such enjoyment during the last part of his life.

Jack Burkhead

jackburkhead68@gmail.com

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