Retro Rogue Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Guys, just got confirmation from his son Leonard, a friend of mine. I'm sorry to say that Jack passed away yesterday. The man was an immense influence in the consumer electronics/computing industry whose legacy allowed many of us to enjoy years of great memories. My sincerest thoughts goes out to his family in their time of loss. Curt and I were supposed to interview him next week for the book on Atari Corp. Was really excited to get the chance to meet and spend time him. 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mayhem Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Wow... I would have liked to have met him as well, albeit for the Commodore side of course. RIP Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enig Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Looks like this year and last are the years we're we've lost some great pioneers of the industry. I think I'm going to play some C64 now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ogma Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 And not a single news story about it when I search via Google... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSchoolRetroGamer Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 (edited) If anyone can get a real link or confirmation (my search turning up only Google Group / Tumblr etc) please post a link here........ Edited April 9, 2012 by OldSchoolRetroGamer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svenski Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 That is really sad news. Our thoughts go out to his family. Rest in peace Jack, you kept Atari alive and achieved great things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanrunomad Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Link or it didn't happen. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro Rogue Posted April 9, 2012 Author Share Posted April 9, 2012 Link or it didn't happen. As stated, I just got confirmation directly from his son Leonard. Currently assisting a writer from Forbes on the obit article. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Philsan Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Thank you Marty. I'm so sorry to hear that. He was a real pioneer. My deepest sympathy to his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSchoolRetroGamer Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 http://www.forbes.com/sites/davidthier/2012/04/09/computer-legend-and-gaming-pioneer-jack-tramiel-dies-at-age-83/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
high voltage Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Oh no, Mr 130XE HERO. Man that's worse than Steve Jobs' death (That doesn't sound right, but you kow what I mean). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akator Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 JT was massively influential and his products brought great pleasure to many. Another pioneer passes, but at least we can still enjoy his legacy with the great Commodore and Atari products his companies left behind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennybingo Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Truly saddened by this news...he was just one of the many technology pioneers who shaped a large part of my childhood. He certainly left a very positive mark in the history books. Rest in peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amiman99 Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 The MAN behind Commodore and Atari, he will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PFL Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Another constant figure from my geeky life gone... Rest in peace. I'm going to play a bit of Jack Attack in honour of the man's vision. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathanallan Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 http://atariuser.blogspot.com/2012/04/breaking-news-jack-tramiel-has-died.html I found that story, too, thanks for the link, Stephen. He will be missed. RIP Jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dendawg Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Link or it didn't happen. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onlysublime Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 sad day... My Atari devices under his watch... I'll always cherish my childhood memories of my 1040STf. Thank you, Mr. Tramiel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cimerians Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 I'm on the Commodore side but he really kept Atari alive for a while. A good man from what I read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Phruby Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 (edited) Thank you Mr. Tramiel for my XE, XEGS, STe, Lynx and Jaguar. I wouldn't be the developer that I am today without your wonderful toys. RIP. Edited April 9, 2012 by Master Phruby 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanrunomad Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Link or it didn't happen. Thank you. That's exactly what I meant On a serious note. That is very sad news indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Phruby Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 http://www.forbes.com/sites/davidthier/2012/04/09/computer-legend-and-gaming-pioneer-jack-tramiel-dies-at-age-83/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trooper Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 (edited) A great, great loss. Enough said, Edited April 9, 2012 by Trooper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Trebor Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Sad loss, but great legacy. Condolences to his family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toptenmaterial Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Love him or hate him, his impact was undenyable. Thanks Mr. Tramiel for the 2600 Jr and for fighting to bring the 7800 out of obscurity. My consolences to the Tramiel family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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