Begin Part Two .... I heard the news today at work where there has become a small loyal following of Mr. Gorey's work so we all had a sort of moment of silence for his passing. Edward Gorey has a weird impact on my life. Most of the new people that I have met have all either liked Edward Gorey or after being introduced to him through me instantly fall in love him which is how I was introduced to him. There is a clear visible chain of Edward Gorey fans and I am saddened that we will not be able to enjoy more work from him but I can say that all of us will treasure what there is. Sincerely, gary s, jr .... I first discovered Edward Gorey when I was about 12 years old. His stories captivated me, and, as a budding artist, his illustrations were inspirational. I think I began watching "Mystery" because of the opening credits. Twenty-two years later and I still love to read my Gorey books. There's always something new to see in his illustrations. I'm sorry he's gone, but thankful for all he left us. V.R.B. .... My heart is broken. I will miss him. -- Glen E .... R.I.P., Edward St. John Gorey --Hans M. .... Words can't even describe the loss I feel at the passing of Edward Gorey. 20+ years ago I discovered his art when I found his illustrations in "The House With A Clock In Its Walls" by John Bellairs, and his macabre humor has been attractive to me ever since. In recent years I began to collect his work, and am disappointed to see that there will be no more new work. A tragic loss indeed! Jay Hartman .... goodbye and thank you to a man who made us shiver, laugh, and think at the same time - from your set and costumes for Dracula, to the Gashlycrumb Tinies. Cemeteries will never look the same to me. -- Jeanne S .... Im very sorry to hear about Goreys passing I did not know that. He was a very fine artist, a truely unique talent, his art will be around for a loooong time! best regrds, jk .... He was such a singular artist and persona, as I know you'll agree. Anyhow, I am saddened to share this news, but it is good to know there are others out there who appreciate the rich works he left behind. Warmly, Mika A .... Ed Gorey was fun to know. He kindly allowed me to produce a video "A Tribute to Edward Gorey" to be shown on C3TV. I found him to be generous with his time, volunteering his help, consenting to be interviewed and always interested in new ideas. He was guite dramatic in appearance at times. In particular I remember his arriving in an old bright yellow long slicker one morning, black sweater with tons of cat hairs, heavy gold rings and jeans. He wasn't above visiting for tea. K for kindly and H for humorous. What a guy! -- jmkenney .... I was very saddened to come home to the news that Edward had passed away Saturday night. I consider myself so very lucky to have had the privilege to have known this wonderful man personally. I use to go to his home and do odd jobs here and there to show my appreciation for his kindness to me, my family and friends over the years. A kinder, gentler more considerate man could not be found. I know it was with reluctance that he admitted people to get close to him because of his shy nature, but when you were let into that special circle, you were subject to intelligence, humor, consideration and honesty that was unrivaled......and will never be. The world has truly lost a talented genius, but more so we have lost a very special, loving and beautiful person. "As much as I was a pin in your backside at times, I will miss you very much Edward". With the utmost admiration and respect, J. Summers, Jr. .... Gorey's work was instantly recognizable, but infinitely indescribable. We need more like him. My life was certainly made better due to his work. -Erik K .... I'm sure those angels in Heaven need a bit of dark humor to break up their monotony, and they will surely have it now that he has joined them. My only regret (other than that I will miss him, of course) is that he did not succumb to a more "poetic" death -- more akin to the way he doffed his characters! G is for Gorey, gobbled by Goths... Katherine I .... I was very saddened to hear that Edward Gorey had died. I have been a fan for close to 15 years... amazed at his stories, originality and most of all his art. It is with deep sadness that I say goodbye. Sincerely, Robin, Connecticut .... I am an illustrator and still have the Amphigorey that my dad gave me! He thought I might like the drawing style and I did, but more, I loved his bizarre and funky sense of life. My life has gone on a frightenly cheerful path, compared to his inspirational drawings, but I have kept up the habit of drawing someone or something in a large fur coat on a regular basis. Peace, Li .... ....sigh.... Marianne B .... How can one express the loss of an arm or leg? M.Edward .... Truly given a gift of the unfortunate nature. To be able to peak into the darkness. With so much lightness. Thank you. -Mark G. E. Director of the Award Winning Gorey inspired film "The Unfortunate Gift" .... I've been an Edward Gorey fan for as long as i can remember. When i was 5 or 6, my mom got me The Dwindling Party for christmas, and it had quite an impact on me. It's morbid humor fascinated me, and since then, i've always been drawn to humor with a dark-tint to it. I treasured the book as a kid, and thankfully i still have it to this day. When i was closer to 10 or 11, i found the Amphigorey books in my local bookstore, and immediately remembered the pop-up-book from my youth. I saved until i could afford all three, and ever since then, i've been slowly getting my hands on everything of his that i can. Edward Gorey was an amazing author and artist who had a profound impact on me....he will be missed.... Mason .... I am not one to post notes on the internet, regarding anything at all. But I would like to take a moment to thank Edward Gorey. He was and forever will be my favorite artist. I have enjoyed his work ever since I first discovered it on the cover of my Anthony Monday mysteries. Gorey was an artist of unconceivable measure because he took tragedy, terror and darkness, things which are held in common by us all and turned them into humor and whim. So for that I thank him, I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Gorey about 9 years ago in a little book store in Chatham and he was gentle and nice to a little girl who just liked to look at his pictures. No one has ever understood my love for Gorey but I know whom ever reads this shares this very special affection for his work. Thank you ~Melody Z .... One reason I got interested in photography was as a way to (hopefully) meet some of the writers, artists and musicians whose work I enjoyed, and I have. About 20 years ago I was just beginning to earn a living at it and get my work published. I had been an admirer of Edward Gorey's and knew that he lived on Cape Cod part of the time. Since I lived and worked in Boston it was a simple matter to locate a telephone directory for that part of the state and a quick search turned up his name and number. I had expected a long process of checking for Ogdred Weary and every other possible anagram but it was unnecessary. I called and asked if he would consider letting me photograph him sometime. He gave me directions and invited me down. A week or so later I drove to his home where he, and his cats, welcomed me. He made tea for us and toast, we talked about drawing and photography, we climbed into his VW bug and he drove to the house he had just purchased and we made some photos. He gave me encouragement. I visited one more time after that just to talk. I am saddened by the news of his death but so very happy to have the memories of those visits with such a talented and generous man. Michael Romanos www.MichaelRomanos.com .... I remember discovering Edward Gorey's work at the Gotham Book Mart many years ago. The macabre and charming illustrations were unlike any others that I had seen and I was instantly captivated by their subversive 'moral instruction'. New Yorkers are not an intrusive people, and most would not notice the bearded figure in the raccoon coat and white tennis shoes I occasionally spotted walking in midtown . I did not know until some time later that this was, in fact, Mr. Gorey. Mr. Gorey and his books both lurked on the borderline between 'real life' and fantasy. He brought a welcome touch of the macabre to daily life and made it funny. And it is hard to think of an illustrator with a more appropriate name. R.I.P.(?) --Nancy B .... It was twenty years ago that I stumbled onto Edward Gorey's work in a bookstore in New Hampshire. My older sister was with me, (I was fifteen at the time), and was impressed enough by my enthusiasm with the copy of "Amphigorey" I was looking to lend me the money to buy it, and my world was never the same. I taught myself how to draw by carefully emulating his crosshatched designs, and owe to him just about my entire artistic career. It was thrilling to find someone else in the world with the same macabre sense of humor which I had always had to hide from most of the yokels in the small town in which I grew up. That first thrill of recognition has never quite left me. Here's to Edward Gorey! Let us raise a glass of artificial grape soda! -- pudels .... I was so sad to hear of the passing of Edward Gorey. I was amazed this year to have finally found a daily calendar of his work, and now he's gone. He supplied us with wonderous vision and astounding imagination. I know that personally I learned many new words because of his work...and new views as well. He was a poet and artist and he will be sorely missed. The light in the darkness has dimmed... Nicole .... By far, Gorey was one of the best illustrators of modern times. I have admired him since I was a child. God speed, Mr. Gorey. -- Rr6ccoon .... Edward Gorey exists for me in my childhood. The book, "The Dwindling Party" was one of my favorites. The Alphabet poster (although, at that age I didn't quite know what ennui was) as well as the beginning sequence to Mystery were instantly recognizable to me. It's like his work was in a corner I seldom looked in to and now he's gone. It makes me a little sad. sarah .... Edward Gorey was a true genius who invented his own world, not just in his drawings but also with his career. A personal inspiration. Scotty J. .... I always wondered this, and now I just have to ask. Is the word "gorey" derived from Edward Gorey's name? Or was it all just a coincidence? Also, I'd like to express my deepest sympathies to his fans. The Haunted Tea Cosy is a favorite of mine to place out on my coffee tabel during Christmas parties. He was a remarkable artist. Thanks, Serena .... My baby brother and his wife introduced me to the art of E. Gorey & I have been in love with his work ever since. It is timeless and my hope is that even more will be introduced to his works through is death. Karen in SC .... big fan, I hate days like this i have grown up gaining a lot from your work thank you so much -- Smilin' Jack R .... You were gory, gruesome and a wonderful artist. There was no justice in your world. The good were mauled. I remember seeing you in yourHUGE fur coat at the Opera. May you RIP. --Sonia Pilcer .... I will always remember this day, and remember your works. The work you've done is a part of me forever ... -Sophia. K .... Sadly Goodbye to my favorite artist, who shared the same dark view(through a rain-drenched window)of life. -- Service Request Center ....