He was a great man who wrote in iambic pentameter and lived the same way. His passing has caused the earth to shift a bit on its axis. The Studs were able to know him during our formative years and incredibly, during our later years.  John never wavered from his path. He was the iconic "interesting and wonderful" person we've known since college and held the banner high for being true to oneself. All who came to know him benefitted from the acquaintance.