I'm still stunned, and am not sure what to think or say. I received an e-mail on 20 Dec. from Jim Gardner, and couldn't believe what I read. I also read the post on this bb, and still couldn't believe it...

My God.

Bruce is my friend - he is a friend of all, especially chippers. I always looked forward to talking with Bruce at the Convention & at various chip shows. Especially the impromptu chip trade sessions. He always had great stories, and truly loved life. He always treated everyone with respect, and most of all fairly. He would frequently give chips to new collectors, and he loved seeing people that had a spark or should I say a love for chips as he did.

My condolences to the Landau family - as always is there is anything I can do - PLEASE LET ME KNOW!!!

Below is an image I took at the last Casinorama show (Oct 19th 2002), of Bruce looking over some chips for the upcoming convention chip auction. I know the file is large - yet I think it shows how Bruce really enjoyed looking at chips.

All the posts about Bruce, really drives home the point that good people that really care about people, are truly missed - and rare.

This time of year makes it even harder to believe that it was his time to go...

Rest in peace my friend - you will be missed - you will be remembered.

Your friend,

Dick