I returned to New Orleans after three and half months in exile in Louisville only to find that this wonderful, but troubled soul had taken his life. Stevenson was a good friend for two decades. I have worked with him on several projects including "Songwriter Unknown" and he has been a great influence on my own documentaries.

The last time I saw him he gave me a copy of his K-Doe demo and he seemed to be in great spirits. I had not spoken to him since the hurricanes so I had no idea he felt so depressed. As with everyone posting on this site, I wish there was something I could have done. I hope Nell will be able to someday see the completion of his ultimate documentary. In the meantime, he will be sorely missed.