User talk:Twofingered Typist

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There is an obituary for Twofingered Typist in The Picton Gazette. He will be missed. Cabayi (talk) 14:27, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

This is horrible news and a huge loss for the GOCE, and by extension, for the project as a whole. RIP. Vaticidalprophet 14:29, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Awful news. Twofingered Typist was a talented copyeditor and always cheerfully willing to be helpful even on tough articles. He did a wonderful job on Arthur de Gobineau, which I thought was mostly a hopeless case. He will be missed. Ganesha811 (talk) 14:46, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

A terrible shock. May he rest in peace. Miniapolis 15:24, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

I'm certain it's too late to write an obit for The Signpost. We're about 3 hours from deadline. But please feel free to organize a jointly written obit for a month from now. Smallbones_(smalltalk) 16:55, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Smallbones, what's the deadline for the next Signpost? Miniapolis 00:10, 1 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Gosh, what rotten news. My condolences to his family and friends, and all Wikipedians whose lives he touched. Thanks for posting, Cabayl. :( Best regards, Baffle☿gab 17:28, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

The pages where I've seen Twofingered Typist in the edit history are well written and have that extra touch of care and passion that makes Wikipedia, well, Wikipedia. He will be missed greatly. Sennecaster (Chat) 18:14, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

For those who would like to contribute to an obituary in The Signpost I'll suggest you start editing at Wikipedia:Deceased Wikipedians/2021. There are a few lines there already. The next Signpost issue is December 28. Just before Christmas I'll take the text from Deceased Wikipedians, put it in a proposed article, format it in our usual way, and do a bit of fact checking and copy editing. You can continue to work on it through the 26th.

I'll just let everybody know that I consider writing obits the most difficult task in journalism. Everybody is upset, and they have something that they just have to say. So please be kind to each other as you write and edit. Try to stay factual - not too flowery, but of course there may be an emotional side as well. All the best, Smallbones_(smalltalk) 01:01, 1 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

(←) Just a note to say Twofingered Typist's obituary was published in The Signpost in late January. Thanks to all who contributed to it. Best regards, Baffle☿gab 03:28, 3 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Tributes and condolences

The WP:GOCE will be much the poorer for your absence, TT. Miniapolis 21:07, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Seconded. --TheSandDoctor ^Talk 02:14, 29 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

RIP to one of GOCE's best editors. — Berrely • ^Talk∕_Contribs 18:33, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

How did he die? This all feels so very sudden. It was only a few months ago that we were discussing editing a page, and now he's gone. I will miss his insights and understanding feedback, although I have not had the privilege to know him as well as those close to him. He will be missed. Tyrone Madera (talk) 19:13, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

What sad news to hear about. He was a prolific and fastidious member of the Guild of Copy Editors, and will be sorely missed. Tdslk (talk) 20:37, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Rest in peace to a cornerstone of this community Draco phyllum 21:29, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Farewell to a real editor. jp×g 23:33, 28 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

I learned about this just now. He was by far a cornerstone of this community. I routinely looked to him for guidance on anything copyediting related and was always thrilled when he picked up a GOCE request of mine because I knew it would be top class. My condolences to all who knew him. This is a truly sad day for the project. Rest In Peace, Twofingered Typist. You will be greatly missed. --TheSandDoctor ^Talk 02:14, 29 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Damn. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. We will miss him greatly here. Clayoquot (talk | contribs) 05:55, 29 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Rest in peace, Twofingered Typist. 4nn1l2 (talk) 09:55, 29 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]
We have lost a real mainstay of the copy editing guild. Dhtwiki (talk) 11:22, 29 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Twofingered Typist was the backbone of the guild of copy-editors. His copy-editing always amazed me. He helped me guide through my first GA and first FA. A huge, huge loss for the entire Wikipedia community. – Kavyansh.Singh (talk) 13:33, 29 November 2021 (UTC)[reply]
I just saw this, and I'm really sorry to see it. I'd seen TT around in some of the copyedit areas, and his work was top notch. This is a huge loss to the project, and he won't be replaced. I offer my condolences and prayers to all his family and friends. We were proud and honored to have his services for all these years. — Ched (talk) 18:16, 1 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Came here to thank him for his recent CE work at Six Flags AstroWorld. Sad to hear of the sudden loss. My condolences to family and friends. --GoneIn60 (talk) 21:03, 1 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
We are all the richer for having known him and benefited from his selfless work here. The world is the poorer for his loss. I remember meeting him at Britnell's all those many years ago. Condolences to his family, his friends, and his hundreds of colleagues. Risker (talk) 21:29, 1 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
My condolences to his family and friends. We will always miss your wonderful copy-editing works. --Gazal world (talk) 09:12, 2 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

He had copyedited my messy articles. Such a helpful and joyful editor. I will miss him. -Nizil (talk) 12:56, 2 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

What the hell, he's only just copy edited a lot of my recent FAs. I can't believe it, I'm so sorry. Darkwarriorblake / SEXY ACTION TALK PAGE! 20:54, 4 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Like others, I'm very sorry to hear this. Twofingered Typist was a really good copy editor, and he helped copyedit several of my current FAs before I nominated them. He made all of these articles much better and was one of the best GOCE coordinators out there. It was a pleasure working with him, and I have learned a lot from his edits. Epicgenius (talk) 15:58, 5 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
A Wikipedia copy edit legend. Grimes2 (talk) 21:05, 5 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

An involved, talented copy editor who seemed to enjoy his Wikipedia work immensely. May God rest his soul. And his family find peace after their loss. Cleveland Todd (talk) 15:45, 6 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Wow. I am completely in shock; this came out of complete nowhere. He copyedited many of my articles and I could not have asked for a better collaborator. Peace be with him and his loved ones. He will be greatly missed. – zmbro _(talk) 16:35, 6 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Suaimhneas Síoraí Air -- 18:13, 6 December 2021 (UTC) Bushel C andle
Oh no! Just heard about this :( Twofingered Typist was one of the most dedicated volunteers at GOCE and contributed immensely to clear and readable prose on Wikipedia. (t · c) buidhe 18:50, 7 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
I have only just learnt of the sad news of TT's passing. His copy-editing of many of the articles I nominated at GOCE helped me greatly when I further nominated them for review. He was a tremendous editor, whom everyone on Wikipedia will miss greatly. MWright96 (talk) 14:51, 9 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
I remember you helping out with copy-editing the Telangana Rebellion and Bezen Perrot articles, which was much appreciated. Rest in power.--Catlemur (talk) 13:27, 12 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Here to give my condolences as TT helped contribute several times throughout the year to achieving my first FA. While this was my only experience with him, his work was nonetheless much appreciated. He will be missed. Wikibenboy94 (talk) 23:22, 13 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Late on this, but this is a huge loss for the project. As someone who has done multiple GA reviews of articles copyedited by him, I can confirm he was a great copyeditor and very proficient at writing. Rest in peace man, Link20XX (talk) 05:22, 20 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
What a greatly positive force he was to Wikipedia and the GOCE he was. As a member of the guild, TT and his work helped me to continue and improve my rookie copy-editing skills (esp. the Milli (rapper) article) — never given up since then. His commitment to his coordination job proved that he was the GOCE to the point that the enwiki CE field just won't be the same now that he's gone. :( Biggest condolences to his family and friends. –beetricks ~ 💬 · ✉️ 18:01, 22 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Profound respect for the many (many (many)) valuable copyedits you have done to articles, small and big, easy or complicated. As I look through my history, I see that you've copyedited my requested articles List of accolades received by Interstellar and List of colonial buildings in Medan, maybe more. Thank you. So much. I'll be putting the former to FLC soon, and it won't be possible without you. RIP. Gerald WL 13:30, 30 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]
I just passed Water polo at the 2000 Summer Olympics – Women's tournament as a Good Article, an article you recently copyedited. Imagine my surprise to discover that you passed away. Thank you for your great work. You will be missed. Viriditas (talk) 03:23, 3 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you for your service. You will be sorely missed. 🐶 EpicPupper ^{(he/him | talk)} 22:50, 18 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
A great loss to Wikipedia, and I can only assume an even greater loss to his friends and family. CMD (talk) 20:56, 30 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
I'm so sorry to see this. RIP, TT, you will be missed. valereee (talk) 21:39, 30 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
He will be missed. I offer my condolences to his friends and family --FactMaster007 (talk) 23:23, 30 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Just why? Farewell. --Firestar464 (talk) 06:12, 31 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Wow. This caught me off guard. What a wonderful editor you were! Thank you for all you've done for the world. Your friends and family should be proud of your selfless and tireless contributions. Jason Quinn (talk) 07:12, 31 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
R.I.P After Corinne Twofingered Typist is the second GOCE editor who worked with me and has now passed away... Jo-Jo Eumerus (talk) 13:42, 31 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
RIP Twofingered Typist :( LM150 19:07, 31 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
I do not believe I had the pleasure of working with Twofingered Typist, but I was aware of his body of work. His contributions to GOCE and copyediting articles are greatly appreciated. From the Picton Gazette obituary, it sounds like he lived an interesting and full life. — Bilorv (talk) 21:48, 31 January 2022 (UTC)[reply]
RIP, condolences — sparklism ^hey! 08:44, 1 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Thanks so much for all your help over the years. You will be missed. Damien Linnane (talk) 01:06, 2 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you for your contributions over the years, we'll miss you. --TimTheDragonRider (talk) 10:42, 3 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Stellar human.

R.I.P. TFT

R.I.P. Corinne

You are loved, known, and never alone! Shalom. {{u|WikiWikiWayne}} {Talk} 13:35, 3 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Terrible, just terrible news to hear. He copyedited my first TFA, and I always kept his name in mind after the fact because of his stellar job of doing so. I didn't have too much interaction with him, but seeing his name around always put a smile on my face knowing that whatever project he was up should be glad to have his eyes. His obituary was charming, and may his real-world contributions never be forgotten. You and your legacy will be missed, and forever hunt and peck. Panini!^🥪 20:10, 5 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Sad to just be finding out about this now. I'll never forget your kindness in copyediting Christian Bale prior to its FAC nomination. Thank you very much once again, Twofingered Typist. Fly on. KyleJoan^talk 18:29, 11 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]
We didn't interact too much, but it's sad to see you go after such amazing contributions to the community. Rest in peace. Bsoyka (talk · contribs) 04:22, 15 February 2022 (UTC)[reply]
I have only just learned of this terrible news. Thank you for your tremendous contributions over the years. You will be greatly missed. Damian Vo (talk) 11:13, 10 March 2022 (UTC)[reply]
I can't believe this... Rest in peace, thank you for all your work. Ovinus (talk) 23:12, 23 March 2022 (UTC)[reply]
I had no idea he had died. Such sad news. He helped me many times to improve articles. RIP.BabbaQ (talk) 21:27, 1 May 2022 (UTC)[reply]
I just learned of Twofingered Typist's passing. He was the best copy editor on Wikipedia in my estimation. Amazingly talented individual who will be greatly missed. — Flask (talk) 03:10, 2 May 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Oh no - this is no good. Twofingered Typist was a great editor and had helped me out a few times. Rest in peace. ~ HAL333 06:19, 13 December 2022 (UTC)[reply]
I just found out from another user’s tribute box on their page that Twofingered Typist is deceased. He helped me out on several articles. He was always happy to help with ce. He will be missed. RIP. Kierzek (talk) 13:58, 17 December 2022 (UTC)[reply]
Rest in Peace! You're and will be missed — DaxServer (t · m · c) 11:52, 1 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]

A barnstar for you!

The Special Barnstar

Where do I start? Tireless contributor, lifetime achievement, editor's barnstar...thank you for everything you've done for the project and for dedicating a decade to it. As Risker said, we are all richer for having known you, and the world is poorer for your loss. May you Rest in Peace knowing that your contributions are forever memorialized in Wikipedia and have a lasting legacy. Thank you for everything. TheSandDoctor ^Talk 17:50, 4 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

I couldn't say it better. Just precious, and missed. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 19:54, 5 December 2021 (UTC)[reply]

A barnstar for you!

	The Copyeditor's Barnstar
	For your GOCE work. Rest in peace. CLYDE FRANKLIN 17:48, 23 July 2022 (UTC)[reply]

:-(

I am shocked after opening Useepage today to find out what happened, and just deeply, deeply saddened !!! ౪ Santa ౪^99° 17:45, 14 November 2022 (UTC)[reply]

A barnstar for you!

	The Original Barnstar
	I love your work. I don't know if I can inherit your dedication but just take it as an idea, ok? Twofingered Typist Grandchild (talk) 06:22, 18 September 2023 (UTC)[reply]