I was just thinking of John the other day. I've enjoyed corresponding with him over the years, working with him on a number of "behind the scenes" projects - like his collecting and posting hundreds of tunes and his Scots Glossary. I kept threatening to visit him in Brisbane, and he kept telling me about the snakes that live under and around his house - knowing full well how much I hate snakes. His eyesight was failing, but he didn't seem to let that slow him down.

I really enjoyed having John as a long-distance friend, and I'll miss him. My best wishes and sympathy to his family. His death is a sad shock to me. Goodbye, John.

-Joe Offer-