DaisukeJigen/NotJigen...In Memory Of

[NotNotJigen]

<a href="http://www.lifefrombeyond.com" target="_blank">www.lifefrombeyond.com</a>

Clinton Robert Gorman, known to all neo-geo.com members as Daisuke Jigen or NotJigen, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2003. Clint was 20 years old and suffered from Cystic Fibrosis, a chronic lung disease. He was not only my big brother, he was one of the best friends i have ever had.

if you wish to express condolences, or to read more about him, go to <a href="http://www.lifefrombeyond.com" target="_blank">www.lifefrombeyond.com</a> and see what his friend shawn has written. thank you.

-jana gorman

also, if anyone could let me know what IRC channels clint likes to hang out i, i would greatly appreciate it. thanks.

<a href="http://www.lifefrombeyond.com" target="_blank">www.lifefrombeyond.com</a>

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 01:40 AM: Message edited by: NotNotJigen ]</small>

[qube]

Oh my God crying

My condolences go out to you and all of your family. :(

Marq

[Orpheus]

are you serious?
If this is true than it is indeed a sad day. two people that I have talked to from these forums gone this year. I am truly sadened by this.
Jana, my heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. I spoke to Clint over the phone once or twice and he was a good guy. I only say this hear because I lost all of the contact phone #'s that I have from this site. if I still have the # I would call up and give my condolences.
well everyone, here's to Clint.

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 12:28 AM: Message edited by: ORPHEUS ]</small>

[Soilwork]

Oh man... I hope this isn't true...

[DanAdamKOF]

Oh God...
This isn't true...
Not now, not ever...
I'm dreaming, PLEASE tell me I'm dreaming...

Clint was an inspiration and friend to everyone, and to see such a sweet soul depart this world... makes my heart hurt. I cannot believe that I am really reading this. I am shocked out of my mind, it's like a dream... I'm shaking my head right now, tears welling up...

Farewell good buddy, and godspeed.
-Adam

[NotNotJigen]

this is indeed true...and yes, it is a sad day, a sad time for everyone...there is stuff about clint on <a href="http://www.softkitty.blogspot.com" target="_blank">www.softkitty.blogspot.com</a> <a href="http://www.evilwillprevail.blogspot.com" target="_blank">www.evilwillprevail.blogspot.com</a> <a href="http://www.geocities.com/deepwaterwo" target="_blank">www.geocities.com/deepwaterwo</a> and <a href="http://www.lifefrombeyond.com" target="_blank">www.lifefrombeyond.com</a> so far. if anyone knew clint very well and wants to talk, IM me at notcoolnotcool on yahoo, or nintendochckjana on AIM.

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 12:35 AM: Message edited by: NotNotJigen ]</small>

[ray_7]

My condolences goes to you and your family.

Jigen is the best buddy I've had in this forum.

I'm really sorry to hear this. crying

[LWK]

Oh man no way. Not clint.. This is truly a sad day.. I remember him as a good hearted person, and a totally good guy all around.
I give you my deepest condolences.

[broken]

If this is indeed true, than my condolences go out to the family. Although I didn't always see eye to eye with Clint on stuff, I still thought he was good guy and a valuable member of the community.

[Tom]

Wow, I can't believe it. I never knew Clint personally. but he seemed like a great guy. My condolences to his friends and family. Rest in Peace Clint, you won't be forgotten.

[Ven]

I didn't have enough time...

Perhaps there's never enough.

I hope I'll see him again someday...ask him if it's all a dream or not...I'm sure he's found out.

To Clint's family...I hardly knew him, but in the too short time that I did, I found out he was a great man--one of the greatest I have ever known, in too many ways to describe. And that's not just the kind of garbage people say at funerals...it's the truth, every last word. But you probably already know that.

I don't think I realized before now that "heartache" is an entirely literal description.

-Ven

[MrWhitefolks]

holy shit. clint was the fuckin man...this aint kosher.

i've been offline for over 2 weeks and had no fuckin clue.

jig was a true homie and will be forever memorized in the halls of pimp-productions. he's definetly getting a huge plug in our next vid. no doubt about it.

MrWhitefolks

word to yo jigen

[rarehero]

god.
I haven't talked to him for a week or two.
I can't belive this. please accept my condolences.
I always talked to Clint in chat and shooted the
bull with him on the phone when the chance presented itself.
I was always hoping he'd be alright and he would
keep on kicking.
I can't believe I lost a friend, no matter how far
the distance inbetween.
God bless.
We'll all see one another sooner or later.
just somewhere down the road man.
god I don't know what to say.
I didn't think it would ever happen.
I hope Clint's better where he's at now.
seeya brother.

[pyrokilla]

WHAT?!?!?

[Giby]

My condolences go out to your all of your family and friends.

Giby

[vishema]

OMG!!!!!!! Shock Double shock!!!!!! crying

My sincere condolences for family, friends and NG.com-ers frown

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[RevQuixo]

Words cannot express this one.


Clint, we love you and will miss you.

[« PESTILENT »]

This is sad to hear.
My condolences for his family and friends.

[Average Joe]

damn...

just...damn.

He was a good a kid and will be missed by many people, not just in real life, but all over the net as well.

Rest in peace.

Joe

[Soilwork]

I don't know what to say. I mean, this is the guy I played online in SS3 not even 3 days ago! This is the guy that was one of the first people that would talk to me, despite being a 'timid neo newbie'. This is hard. He used to totally pick on me about liking Dragonball too. God I can't believe this. I always knew he had a condition that affected his lungs, but I never asked about it and just enjoyed bs'ing. I didn't know how serious it was, even though I knew he was in and out of the hospital. Man, please say this is a joke. Let me wake up tomorrow and see him in chat..

[Solidus Snake]

DAMN! NOT ANOTHER ONE! 2 members gone in the same year. R.I.P. Jigen.
I send my condolences to Clint's family and friends.

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[Force]

I don't even know what to say&gt; I didn't really know him, except I knew he was an active member here and throughout the community. My condolences, and he will be missed.

Matt crying

[Chicago Cheeseburgler Crew]

My condolences to all of his family and friends.

I have a cousin who has Cystic Fibrosis, it is definately a serious disease. She originally wasn't supposed to live until 12, but she got lung transplants twice, and just graduated high school. She is an inspiration to me, as I'm sure Clint was to all of his family and friends.

I didn't know Clint, but I know he will definately be missed.

A very sad day. frown

[Michael Yagami]

This just can't be. Not Clint. I'm completely at a loss for words. My heartfelt condolences go out to his friends and family.
This is truly a sad day for Neo-Geo.com.

Go with god.

Mike

[Pro_Gear]

OMG Clint... I'm at a loss for words right now. My condolences to all his family and friends...

R.I.P.

crying

[chainsawyak]

I'm really sorry to hear this.

He'll be missed.

He's in a better place now.

[VanillaThunder]

God Damn.

Jigen was a definite icon around these parts. I truly considered him a 'friend' at least as much as you can consider someone you talk to online. hell, we even tried launching a new chat room together.

He will truly be missed by all.

My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family.

Raise one for Jigen.

A great fucking guy, taken too soon.

[nruva]

I know Clint was very sick... it is always a tragedy to lose someone, but let us just hope he is now resting peacefully in a better place. I lost my older brother less than two years ago, also due to an illness that hit very suddenly.

My condolences to his family and friends. If you ever need to talk to someone about it, even just to vent, please feel free to email me... you are all in my thoughts tonight, and know he was very well thought of here.

-Nick

[corbo 2]

Thats bad news,he was a great guy and i wished i got to know him better,this is sad news.

My condolences go out to you,his family and to his friends,he shall be missed.

[Loopz]

God I wish this was a joke.

This is unbelievably sad.
Another hardcore Neo fan passes away.
I really enjoyed his posts, and I am sad I didn't know him better the way some of you do.
He seemed like someone that a lot of people truly felt was a close friend despite the impersonal nature of this forum and all the drama.
My deepest sympathies go out to Clint's family and close friends, and those who knew him really well on here. God bless.

Does anyone know what his favorite Neo game was?
I say we pick a day and time, and log off from the site just to play it and remember him.

[BenimaruN]

fuck, man. this is another sad day for these boards, and the world. 20, that's a tragedy in every sense of the word. my condolences to you and your family. "i'm sorry," it's the least and all i can do.

- Lech Lozny

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 01:29 AM: Message edited by: BenimaruN ]</small>

[SNKFreak]

I just got IMed by his sister... this is pretty fucked up news.

He was a really cool dude and he'll be missed.

[BBH]

oh my god, no.

words fail me, I don't know what to say. Clint was such a fantastic member of these forums, and I'd talked to him a bit the few times I've been to #neo-geo. It pretty much goes without saying that this place will never be the same without him around.

:( crying crying

my condolences go out to you and your family, Jana.

[RevQuixo]

Loopz:

Does anyone know what his favorite Neo game was?
I say we pick a day and time, and log off from the site just to play it and remember him. According to his profile at snk-capcom, Neo Turf Masters.

[BIG]

I'm lost at words.......

Jigen was a really cool dude.I remember him from the old Chat-Room.

It's always sad to see people check out way before their time.....

Rest in Peace,Jigz.

[Orpheus]

Loopz:
Does anyone know what his favorite Neo game was?
Top Hunter :) ......... crying

[Retrogamer]

I cant belive it ..... I really cant ...I am actually crying ... I have spoken to Clint on many occasions and have sent him promo Lupin stuff even just because he was a cool guy He helped me with re-wiring my supergun for AES pads by making me diagrams , he enthusiasticly came up with numerous Ideas for the Portable Dreamcast project I was working on .

My heart is torn at the moment and I just dont know what I can say or do to make this feeling go away , Clint was a GREAT guy and I just cant belive that he is actually gone , I wish I could have met him in person .

Rarely do I look up to people younger than myself but Clint was an exception .


Oh god this is a sad sad day

something needs to be done in his honor .

Rest In Peace my good friend I will always remember you .

George

[Orpheus]

RevQuixo:

Loopz:

Does anyone know what his favorite Neo game was?
I say we pick a day and time, and log off from the site just to play it and remember him. According to his profile at snk-capcom, Neo Turf Masters. change of heart I guess.

[Ghost-Dog, presented by Tervis®]

I will never be able to watch Lupin the same way again, or play Rez without thinking of Clint. I wouldn't say we were "friends" as I never got to meet him in person, but he was a great guy and I have a lot of respect for him.

Clint, see you at the crossroads.. frown

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[Brandon St Randy]

im very sad to hear this. i didnt talk to him much, but he was a great guy when we did have words. He even took time to help me in PSO earlier this year. Clint and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Rest in peace, man.

[Joe McCabe]

Jig,

It's been nice chatting with you in the chatroom.

crying

[Kiselgof]

Sad :(

I just spoke to the kid a couple of days ago, hoping that he would rehabilitate and make good use of the used Neo control pad I gave him. Hopefully he was able to enjoy those videos passed on to him in his last few moments as well.

Yet another reminder of just how fragile our lives really are and an inspiration to make each day count because it may just be our last.

My deepest condolences go out to his family.

Sincerely,

Mikhail

[Loopz]

According to his profile at snk-capcom, Neo Turf Masters.
Don't own it.
Well, seeing as how many here wouldn't, I'm wondering if everyone would be interested in simply organizing a collective log-out, or the web equivalent of a moment of silence. This is really terrible news for everyone here. We should do something special to remember him by.

Even though I didn't know him that well, I was always impressed by how much he 'walked the walk' here at NG.com. He played his games, was cool to noobs, even confronted the scum of NGF. He seemed to wring every ounce of available joy out of life despite his disabilities. It's honestly inspiring. Makes me realize that I should be living life in the same manner instead of bitching about a crummy job or all the other mundane crap we let interfere with being happy.

[Shin9999]

This is really shocking too me. He was such a nice guy to me and everyone around here.. I hate to have to hear about him dieing..

[k'_127]

sorry to hear that

too bad he didn't live long to play River City Ransom on GBA or all the new NEO games

R.I.P.

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 01:48 AM: Message edited by: k'_127 ]</small>

[SNKJorge]

Wow this is the second member who dies this year.
Sad news endeed.
Will pray for you tonight Jig.

R.I.P crying

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 01:53 AM: Message edited by: xtoo_short20x ]</small>

[steveold]

&lt;&lt; Makes me realize that I should be living life in the same manner instead of bitching about a crummy job or all the other mundane crap we let interfere with being happy. &gt;&gt;

Amen to that, Loopz.

I always saw Jig as a nice and cool guy. It saddens me to hear about this... way too young to be taken out of the ball game. I wish his soul the best. Rest In Peace

[chris1]

Oh My god..I'm in shock.. crying

I've been sending him picks of Japanese MVS carts for this project he was doing..
<a href="http://www.neo-geo.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=18;t=009005" target="_blank">http://www.neo-geo.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=18;t=009005</a>

He never responded..I would of never thought...oh man..

Maybe someone here knew about the project he was doing and could complete it in the memory of him..Giving him credit for it....in memory.

[Fox1]

OMFG this is not happening, THIS IS NOT HAPPENING!!!! He was one of coolest members and even more importantly, he was a very good friend, I'll miss ya dude crying crying crying crying crying

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 01:57 AM: Message edited by: Fox1 ]</small>

[NeoDragoN]

i can't belive it....i just cannot belive it i was playing turf masters online with him just the other day.....i knew clint was ill we all did, but i never thought this would happen this soon....i really don't know what to say.

All i know is i'll miss alot! i just don't know what else to say.

[Cnidarian]

Jeez... this is terrible news...

Another death of a member in the same year, what a horrible tragedy.

I can only wish all the best to his family, and Clint, wherever you are, may you rest in peace. frown

[Zeekade Zarathos]

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BIG BEAR]

I was just sitting here earlier today noticing I had'nt seen him around for a couple of days nor did we get an update on his condition so I was hoping everything was alright.
I just read through a war memorabilia thread not too long ago where he chimed in a couple of times with a tone of enthusiasm.
DAMN...I am in a state of total disbelief
right now.
This is a major hurt piece and a devestating blow to our community.
He will be truly missed a great deal.
THANKYOU for holding out as long as you could Clint.You did it your way....much respect.
-BB

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 04:41 AM: Message edited by: BIG BEAR ]</small>

[seba_boi]

. . . . .

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 02:20 AM: Message edited by: seba_boi ]</small>

[TheBigBB]

crying

I can hardly believe it... He's one of the most prominent members of this forum. Very intelligent poster. Never ever let on to anyone but his good friends that he was as sick as he was. I'm really going to miss him! I wasn't his friend persay, but I had plenty of contact with him and I never remember it being anything but pleasant.

crying

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 03:57 AM: Message edited by: dmhawkmoon ]</small>

[VX]

Wow, this news is so sudden. It is a shock to me as to everyone here. My feelings and condolences go out into his family and friends.

He was a really cool guy and nice to chat with in the old NG chatroom...may he rest in peace.

Im just at a lost for more words at the moment...so sudden...

[steveold]

I was checking my PMs and knew that Jig and I had talked at some point. I wrote this review for neo-geo.com and mentioned something I wrote inside it that you would only know if you read it. Well... he got it right. He knew exactly what I was talking about. Then he joked, "I'm omnipotent." He said he always read all the neo-geo.com reviews.

In his sig I found this link, and I think he would have wanted someone to post it...

<a href="http://www.sunflower.com/~clintrulesyou/hosted/obit.htm" target="_blank">http://www.sunflower.com/~clintrulesyou/hosted/obit.htm</a>

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 02:48 AM: Message edited by: Steve ]</small>

[Takumaji]

My deepest condolences to his family and friends. We all feel with you.

Fly away into the Great Unknown and rest in peace, my brother, rest in eternal peace.

[Talen]

I really don't know what to say. Clint was one of the driving forces behind these boards and chat, and more than that I consider him a friend, that's not something I feel for many people, especially those I only know online/over the phone. My condolances to his family, I hope you can rest easier knowing that your son and brother was loved and respected by everyone here.

[Criterionradiohead]

God damnit... Not Jigen. I didn't know the kid to well but he was ALWAYS a stand up member of these forums.

This kind of thing just shouldn't happen to someone so young...

I site his name and avatar as one of the huge reasons I picked up a Lupin th 3rd DVD... I don't think I'll be able to watch it the same way ever again.

Here's to you Jigen, I know your in a better place now. crying buttrock


Criterionradiohead wink

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[Lou Gojira]

This is indeed a sad time for all of us.

Jigen was always so cool to chat with, and he was pleasant in his posts too. I know he and The Rev chatted quite a bit, and I was just asking him the other day "Is Jigen still around in chat anymore?" because The Rev would always let me in on what he and Jigen were discussing, and sadly he wasn't in chat for a while. We were suspecting he may have went back to the hospital, but not this... crying

Jig, Clint, Brother, whatever you want to be called, I know you're in a better place now. Even though my heart is heavy as lead right now, and my eyes are welling up, you're in a place too good for our human minds to comprehend. I'll try and focus on this thought and know I'll see you face to face one day. Rest in peace Bro. You were a great person loved by all you came into contact with...

Until we can talk again...

[Talen]

Loopz:
Does anyone know what his favorite Neo game was?
I say we pick a day and time, and log off from the site just to play it and remember him. Top Hunter. I have his NGH cart of it sitting on my shelf right now. It's odd, I don't think I can sit down and play it, it reminds me of all the discussions I had with clint.

[Big Bruno]

I am very sorry to hear this as well. I remember talking to Him about the Giant Iori Statue and how he told me it was Junk and not to get it :) (I did decide Not to get it) I also remember a post he made a year or so back in one of the forums concerning his fear that one day this day would come. Seems all to soon to me crying

God Bless

[Tridagger X]

it's so sad! anyway, condolence to his family. he will be greatly missed by everyone here!

[Tarma]

My most sincere condolences to his family.

This is a very sad day indeed, I'll miss Clint a lot... used to enjoy chatting with him in Chat and he always had some cool stuff to say... he was also one of the members I was most looking forward to meeting the next time I went out to the US...

We'll never forget you Clint.

R.I.P

crying crying crying

[GamersAbyss]

Very Very Sad indeed. I always knew of his illness but I always thought he was so tough he could beat it.

One of the only members I know of to actually walk right up to Dion from these boards and say what was on his mind.

Being sick and all that took alot of guts.

We worked together in chat off and on for over a year and when my wife got sick he kept chat alive when I just couldnt do it.

Clint see you on the other side man.

[candycab]

Well this really sucks major ass to say the least !
I liked Clint a great deal after meeting him in chat over a year ago , a really good guy that will be missed bye myself and plenty of others.

Damn !!

most recently I had been chatting with Clint in #SNK on Mirc.

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[Pep]

My most sincere condolences to his family.

He was one of the worthy members to read.

I really hope he has gone to a better place.

Rest in peace.

[Tora Kouhi]

JIGEN NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

[Ilovejapangirls]

I'm really sorry...i never knew him in person...

but i read a lot of his posts i really admired him(sorry for the english...)i really wanted to talk to him one day or another..

really...i'm crying i can't believe two members,two great members of this site died this year...

there's no justice in world...

my most sincere condolences to his family and all the people that loved him...

we'll miss you

[Tora Kouhi]

For some reason, I must have known someone died because I felt a little teary eyed while in bed on the eve of the 14th. I never thought it would be Jigen in a million years. Make matters, Clint must have known he was gonna die because his sig mentioned a friend who also died.

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[Amano Jacu]

Requiscat in pace... crying

My condolences to all his family and friends.

[Buro Destruct]

Here's goodbye to a fellow die-hard Rez fan.

You will be missed.

[Galford Forever]

I'll honestly miss him. You really do get to know a lot of the members on this board really well. I've known Clint about a year and a half, and got him some neat Jigen toys from Japan. I promised him that I'd get him some more neat stuff when I go again this Christmas, but it looks like I'll never get the chance.

This may just be a message board, but he was part of our family and this place will never be the same without him.

[supergoose79]

not again. :(
he was a good guy and i always enjoyed reading his comments and talking to him.
i can't believe it ... i don't want to believe it ... :( R.I.P.

my condolences to you and the family.

[Kid Aphex]

wow.

i used to argue with jigen all the time, since I very first registered with this website 2 years ago; all pretty trivial now i guess?

its been said in this thread many times already, but 20 is too young for anyone.

everyone can find solace in the fact that Clint isn't gone, just taking the next step a bit ahead of us. by the time we get there, i'm sure he'll have set up a nice spot for us to all grab a quick game of MOTW.

in the mean time, serious condolences go out to his family and close friends; hopefully in passing he's gotten a few people to respect life and its fragility even more.

[slerch666]

WHAT!! Damn man, I can't believe he's gone man. Damn that sucks.

I didn't know him very well, but Clint seemed like such a cool guy.

Rest in peace.

[X]

crying . It is always difficult to see someone you have chatted with pass away. I am sad to see someone so young pass away, but I truly believe he is in a better place. My condolences goes out to family and friends.

[prinsecharles]

my condolences to the family.
he seemed like a nice guy .
i knew he was sick but didn't realize he was that sick.it's always sad for someone so young to die

[Magician]

Good God not Clint. He's one of the best members on this site.

A kind person who really spoke no evil of anyone. I wish that I had picked up a phone and called him the last time he was in the hospital :(

My deepest condolences to Clint's family and his closest friends.

crying

[kernow]

oh fuck.. no

[beelzebubble]

crying a truly sad event in neogeo history and one not soon forgotten. i wish strength to all those whose lives he was a part of, play a few rounds of svc for me in heaven dude! crying

[kernow]

I played netplay against him merely days ago.

You really get to know someone in IRC and the forums when you read their thoughts every day.

Jig, I know you're reading this, somehow, I fucking love you man

Rest well.

[Blindchild]

crying

[Amix]

Even though Jigen and I hardly talked to one another, I always enjoyed reading his posts. RIP bub.

[evasyar]

To Clint's family - my deepest condolencenses for a life such as Clint's to have passed, and to yours, his memory will always survive. We will always remember you Clint.

To Clint - we have talked about this, you are the bravest soul I know. You have said that you are looking forward to experiencing another existence far beyond all of us. You said that in your life you will live it no holding back and no regrets. To consider you being the luckiest person to get the privilege to reach that existence much sooner than the rest of us. That your passing here would be a celebration instead of sorrow, for you are meant to move beyond. Clint, this "destination" you have spoke of, I hope it is as beautiful and as tranquil as you have described it would be. Please drop by from time to time OK Buddy?

TO Clint's Family I am sorry for your loss...

To Clint I am happy for you that you finally get to go and live. Yes you are right, instead of sorrow or despair, yours is a celebration. We will always remember you. :)

[Tiptonium]

<img src="http://www.tiptonium.com/stuff/clint.gif" alt=" - " /> crying

[FeelGood]

I'm really at a loss of words, and a bit too emotional to say something good. I'll just miss talking to him about games, namely the Tactics Ogre series. It's sad that we couldn't be playing the english Final Fantasy Tactics Advance right now. I know he'd be into that.

Clint was a good seller and trader. We had a lot of deals. All of them smooth. I'll miss him a lot.

[Spike Spiegel]

I don't know what to say... this sucks...

[NeoTurfMasta]

I cant believe this... Clint was one of the only guys on here that made me laugh all the time. We talked often in chat (when I would go) about Rez mostly. This is really upsetting. He was a really good guy... I definitely will miss his ass.

My condolences to his family and friends.

-Brian

<a href="http://vgrebirth.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=177" target="_blank">http://vgrebirth.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=177</a>

[Baseley09]

OMG, didnt even realise he was that ill...

Dont know what to say.

Condolences to his family, on this very sad day.

[Atro]

He never seemed to like me, but serious condolences to his family tough.

He had a lot of friends around here. I'm sure people will miss him.

[tsukaesugi]

じげん様、よく頑張りました。

やっと終わりました。

お休みなさい。

つか

[Ckd N Lkd]

Having just completed a deal with him and talking to him recently..He will be missed by me :(

My deepest sympathy to the family - At least he suffers no more..
Remember the wonderful times that were had - look how much he touched the peoples lives here..

God Bless you my friend.

Jim

[snkool]

This is sad news indeed. So apparently it now seems we have two great members not with us anymore. I'm sure they would have even loved to witness SvC.

My condolences. crying

[Phoenix Down]

I really don't know what to say...or how to feel besides sad...and maybe even a little frustrated/angry that something like this had to happen to a good person like him...

I'm hoping that this is just a really bad joke but somehow I know that it isn't... crying

I didn't know him that well, but I remember the few times I saw him in chat, and of course reading his posts here...

I'm sorry that I never got to know him better...I guess I'm just not good with words right now.

I can only hope that his last moments were peaceful and pain-free. crying

[Shito]

I'm deeply touched by this sad sad news.

I used to talk with Jig in the old chatroom, I used to enjoy his posts on the boards and sometimes saluted him when he 'guest starred' in our neverending Italian topic.

There are no words really, to express the sorrow of a tragedy like this one.

I just would like to wish all the best to Clint's family, in this hard, terrible moment of their lives.

Tought I never knew Clint in 'real life', I'm pretty sure he was a great and nice guy. Just the way I will remember him.

Gualtiero Cannarsi

[Briggs]

I have not cried this much in a long time.

Jigen was my friend even though I never had the chance to shake his hand. We talked probably every other day by IM and IRC.

He sent me an IM when he went into the hospital this last time and told me he was going by ambulance. I responded back with good luck, he said "they are here" and signed off.

That was the last time I talked to my friend.

I'm going to miss you Jigen - I already do.

Much love Clint, much love.

briggs

[c.t.h]

Wow, that's really too bad. I live like, not very far away from him. Makes me feel bad I never met him.

Anyway, I'll post the obit probably tommorow, it should be in the paper then.

The great people die young, the idiots live forever.

[Hun]

2 fellow forum members passing away in the same year is too saddening for all of us to bear but we'll see them in the afterlife or in another lifetime even though some of us never met them before but should've been met then. DaisukeJigen, you are a great guy and had such great friends here in the forums, I should've met you in this lifetime but will meet you in another.

[Bluevoodu]

MY condolences to your family. May God comfort your time of sorrow.

he was a good guy.

Too bad you will miss Rez 2 (erm unity).
They probably have something 10 times better where your at though. :D ... crying


Rest in peace.

†B†V†

[laurie]

I wish you strength and comfort,
All my love to you and your family

[Makismo]

Well shit on me! I feel bad now that I made fun of him last year. Despite the fact that we were at odds with each other most of the time, I believe that he was a worthy adversary and a true Neo Geo Fan. I kind of enjoyed debating him in the chat room. I am sorry to see him go. It is too bad that he will never see the finished product of SVC. My condolences to his family. He will be sorely missed.

[Dinodoedoe]

My prayers are with his family.

[Orpheus]

Makismo:
Well shit on me! I feel bad now that I made fun of him last year. Despite the fact that we were at odds with each other most of the time, I believe that he was a worthy adversary and a true Neo Geo Fan. I kind of enjoyed debating him in the chat room. I am sorry to see him go. It is too bad that he will never see the finished product of SVC. My condolences to his family. He will be sorely missed. Thats what I was waiting for. I am glad you did that James.

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 08:54 AM: Message edited by: ORPHEUS ]</small>

[Shapermc]

My condolences. To all. I origonally found out about this at s-c.com. It had not hit me how large, and great, a person that Jigen, Clint, was. After reading all the posts in this thread it stirred up many memories of him on this board and a few others that I frequent.

I have been trying to act normal and do my job here at work, but I think that this will not be possible. It is sad. As I read through the posts that proceed mine I realised all the things that Clint had looked forward to that are now hapening. I am glad that he saw what was to come.

I feel like I have truly lost a friend. Words can not sum up the sad strange feeling I have about this.

Clint was very passionate about many things video game related. It makes me realise that this passion was not only for video games, but other things and it was spread throughout all of his posts.

Your wake will be felt around the world Clint. The many members of this forum and others all over, not only the US, the world will remember you. The impact that you can make on the internet is quite significant. It is shown here.

-Regards

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 09:04 AM: Message edited by: Shapermc ]</small>

[Maury V.]

(SIGH) Jigen was tight! He had the tightest posts and stuff to show to everyone. Shit, nothing is the same without that one person. Yet again I lost another good person in mine and everyone elses life. It ain't gonna be much without you, bro.

Razial
&lt;pours a 40 on the curb&gt;

[eight one]

Rest in peace.

To the Synaesthesia in the sky. crying

[c.t.h]

Just went and bought a paper, here's the obit:

<img src="http://home.everestkc.net/whiggins/obit.gif" alt=" - " />

rip man frown

[yagamikun]

I dont post often enough to really have a feel for who Clint was, but when a member of the comunity dies, it is a sad day indeed. You and your have my condolences and a short prayer lifted up to the Big Guy.

[JHendrix]

I really can't believe this, its so sad.

He was one of the few members I'd actually talk to from this site almost every day on AIM or in IRC. He's still the only memeber that I haven't met that I could talk to on the phone, he really was a great guy, its too sad to see him go.

What's sad is I've been wondering why he's not been online lately and I was hoping that he wasn't in the hospital again.

My prayers are with you man. I look foward to seeing you on the other side, Chief. frown

[Tony_N]

I didn't know Jigen and I never talked to him, but still I must send my condolences to his family because from his posts he seemed like a great guy.

Rest in peace Clinton.

[MilkManX]

Wow. Jigen will be missed by all here. May he rest in a better place.

[Neotokyobikerkid]

I did not know Clint well but Im sure he will be missed greatly

he hated me My friends anyone in Tampa associated with myself but we did not hate him back

We respected his opinions and his love for the neo geo the Same we all share here

Alot of forum members believe I am evil and a scammer I am not

I have sympathy for those who turned me away

And would never wish this upon anyone else

This is Casey (Japhei)On Joes Name (Neotokyobikerkid) Sending out my prayers for a fallen Neo soldier

May you Be at rest finally

[evasyar]

ORPHEUS:

Makismo:
Well shit on me! I feel bad now that I made fun of him last year. Despite the fact that we were at odds with each other most of the time, I believe that he was a worthy adversary and a true Neo Geo Fan. I kind of enjoyed debating him in the chat room. I am sorry to see him go. It is too bad that he will never see the finished product of SVC. My condolences to his family. He will be sorely missed. Thats what I was waiting for. I am glad you did that James. hey makismo - that was kudos in my book anytime. you are alright! wink

ps - same goes to casey mcmahon aka japhei kudos to you too... wink

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 10:05 AM: Message edited by: evasyar ]</small>

[Rade]

He once told me he didnt have much longer to live. He was very honest with himself in that regard and even with the knowledge of his own mortality being fragile, he still acted with dignity and respect for those that treated him the same way.

I'll miss the bugger.

Clint, take care.

[Briggs]

Here is the Obituary online:

<a href="http://www.legacy.com/kansascity/LegacySubPage2.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonId=1091329" target="_blank">http://www.legacy.com/kansascity/LegacySubPage2.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonId=1091329</a>

It has a guest book you can sign.

This really sucks.

[Lee Gray]

Well i just see this thread and im in complete shock,
my condolences go out to his family.

I feel numb.

[Neotokyobikerkid]

Thanks for the info Briggs

signed the guest book

This really hurts Me inside to a point where I broke down and cried

I just lost my dog and now we lose one of the most respected Neo Members ever

Why must the great die so young?

Hope to get in a Game of Snk Vs Capcom with you some day Jigen

I hope your loved ones are praying for you Like the members of this forum are today

You will be greatly missed more then you will ever know

Casey

[thefub]

My condolences to you and your family.

[Mark of the Wolves]

I'm sorry to hear about this. I pray you and your family have the strength to carry on.

[Briggs]

In lieu of flowers, I made a donation to the <a href="http://cff.org" target="_blank">Cystic Fybrosis Foundation</a> I'll let the family know it was a gift from all Clint's friends at Neo-Geo.com

If you want to contribute, click the above link to make a contribution.

Briggs

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 10:08 AM: Message edited by: Briggs ]</small>

[Average Joe]

Briggs:
In lieu of flowers, I made a donation to the <a href="http://cff.org" target="_blank">Cystic Fybrosis Foundation</a> I'll let the family know it was a gift from all Clint's friends at Neo-Geo.com

If you want to contribute, click the above link to make a contribution.

Briggs Thanks for the link, I just made a donation and learned a few things about CF.

[EvilMike]

An intelligent poster and mod of the chat room. His loss will be felt by the whole community.

[Geddon_jt]

I actually just got to know Jigen just LAST WEEK. I had about an hour long chat with him on AIM and we finall got to know each other. He had mentioned that he was living at home due to his health, and he was about to turn 21, I think. He seemed like a really cool cat. He said that his parents let him have like 5 arcade cabs in his house, which I thought was a cool gesture on their part.

I just saw him online yesterday and was going to say whats up.

This is too bad. Best wishes to his family.

[insaneben]

I knew there was a reason why I was feeling unusually ill yesterday. I'm both shocked and saddened to hear about Jigen's sudden departure. For a man I never met, he did a good deal of things for me on these forums, ranging from answering various questions to uploading pics for my sigs. Even now, I'm still in disbelief that such a great man has left us.

In dedication to the late Daisuke Jigen, I've decided to post one of my unused sigs he had uploaded for me:

<img src="http://www.sunflower.com/~clintrulesyou/lb-doujinshi6.jpg" alt=" - " />
In Memory Of Clint "Daisuke Jigen" Gorman
1982-2003
We'll miss you, man.

[lemonflav]

...sad day indeed... crying

Clint..I remember when I first came into chat and you tried to expalin to me why using mIRC was better than java chat. You then spent well over an hour helping my dumb ass set up mIRC, and answering all of my many questions. I was so impressed to see someone I hardly knew being so kind. As I got to know you in chat, and on these boards I saw how you took time to help others as well.

You'll be missed......

<small>[ June 19, 2003, 10:51 AM: Message edited by: lemonflav ]</small>

[rarehero]

I remember talking to him all the time,
both of us mutually gripeing about ngf,
talking about top hunter and other games.
i just can't believe it.
I'll miss him.
I hope I'm fortunate enough to see him one day.

[FINAL SHOWDOWN]

god bless and i hope everyone will be ok.

[Mike]

My deepest condolences to the family.

The brightest stars are the first one's that fade.

Rest in Peace.

[Mike]

Briggs:
In lieu of flowers, I made a donation to the <a href="http://cff.org" target="_blank">Cystic Fybrosis Foundation</a> I'll let the family know it was a gift from all Clint's friends at Neo-Geo.com

If you want to contribute, click the above link to make a contribution.

Briggs Great idea.

I just made a donation in his honor.

[ResO]

I can't think of anything to say right now. I'm crying right now as i'm typing this. he was a good guy and he didn't deserve this. Clint was the only person to talk to me about neo outside of this forum. I don't know, I feel selfish mentioning neo-geo right now. I hope many of you had the pleasure of knowing Clint on a more personal level than I had the chance to. This is just too damn unfair, he's too young for this.

[Lashujin]

My condolences to the family. It's sad I never really got to know him, but he seemed like a great member of the community.

[Kazuya_UK]

God... this really is terrible news. I didn't know him well, but I did speak with him a few times on IRC now and then and he was a good guy. I'd just like to pass on my best wishes to his family and friends, although there isn't much you can really say at a time like this.

Kaz

[Soilwork]

I'd like to dedicate <a href="http://snkguitarist.com/jigen/jigen.mp3" target="_blank">a piece of music</a> to honor his memory. Hope you can give Steve some competition up there man. Hopefully we can all take part in a great Neo get-together on the other side..

[FeelGood]

Holy fucking shit. Talk about a shocker. I was reading Makismo's post in general and then he mentioned Jigen was dead. I read it twice to make sure then I figured he was just trying to get a rise out of everyone like usual. Then I check here and see this. oh_no

I didn't really know him much like I don't know anybody on these boards but I think he called me on my jackass behavior a couple of times but now he won't anymore. Plus he was always meeting up with other members and going to the gatherings and stuff. crying

[OrochiEddie]

My prayers are with you Clint. Not even in half a year have we lost two of the greatest board members. I never got to know him greatly but the posts I read by him were great. Live on in our hearts!

[kernow]

I have no NTM tutor now,

[ResO]

Do you guys think anyone can set up a paypal account that we can make donations to? I'm sure if we all make a small effort together we can lift the burden of the family's funeral costs.

[KOF_FANATIK]

we argued all the time, but that doesen't mean I don't have a heart.

Clint I feel very sad to here this news but i know that we will all see you again on judgement day and we all know you will be going to heaven when god comes.

sweet dreams buddy you aren't dead but are taking a very nice sleep till that day. god bless you and your family. crying

[aria]

News should never have to be this horrible, not on this website. Yet sadly it has been, now on a second occasion in less than a year. This time to one of the most involved members of the entire community.

I'm very grieved to hear about this tragedy. My deepest sympathies to his family. I had the opportunity to talk with him on the phone a little over a year ago, and he was a very bright, articulate fellow. While his life here on earth was short, I think he lived it as best as it could be lived. And that's all any of us can hope for.

Rest in peace.

[EsKo]

This is really sad news to me. I had no ieda untill just now.

I owe Jigen some money and I just about have it together for him, unfortunatley I never got his address, and now this...

If anyone could help me out here on what to do I'd appreciate it.

Rest In Power, Clint

You will be forever remembered in our hearts

[VanillaThunder]

EsKo:
This is really sad news to me. I had no ieda untill just now.

I owe Jigen some money and I just about have it together for him, unfortunatley I never got his address, and now this...

If anyone could help me out here on what to do I'd appreciate it.

Rest In Power, Clint

You will be forever remembered in our hearts Give it to his family, or send it as an arrangement for his burial, with some kind words for him.

it's the right thing to do.

[DangerousK]

While I spoke with him only several times and did not agree with points of view he had in posts (I never replied to them), he was easily one of the most recognizable and known members. He really was a large part of this site and with him gone it's like something is now missing.

I wish his family the best in this time of loss. He certainly will not be forgotten by anyone here. He had an incredibly positive outlook having the disease he had, but he was able to make the most of his time. I think his actions are ones we should follow while examining our own lives. I had a lot of respect for him going toe to toe with Dion/NGF last summer. I will certainly miss Jigen. RIP, and have fun up there with the big Neo Geo Land in the sky.

-Dave

[Briggs]

EsKo:
This is really sad news to me. I had no ieda untill just now.

I owe Jigen some money and I just about have it together for him, unfortunatley I never got his address, and now this...

If anyone could help me out here on what to do I'd appreciate it.

Rest In Power, Clint

You will be forever remembered in our hearts I sent you a PM with his address. You can send it to his sister.

[David Koresh]

there's really nothing that i can say that hasnt been said, he was a class act/standup guy...........(

i had know idea he was sick

rest in peace clint/jigen

[hanzo x]

My condolences to the family, Is really sad to hear about this young man. I hope the family get the strenght they need in this difficult moments.

Sincerely.

<small>[ June 17, 2003, 09:13 AM: Message edited by: hanzo x ]</small>

[waku7]

Rest in peace guy..

Daisuke had a serious illness, but kept all the time the joy in life .

An example to follow.

He has finished to suffer, it is already a good thing...


(Sorry for my english, hope you will understand)

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 12:25 PM: Message edited by: waku7 ]</small>

[Dampfwalze]

Everytime I read about young people that had to
die much to early and were very nice too, I ask
myself why they had to die while there are so
many assholes on this planet that seem to live
forever.

Instead of Jigen, Bin Laden or Saddam should
leave this world. Life's not fair!

"Over and out.."
Dampfwalze

[Mokum]

No need to add anything to what you guys already wrote...

I simply can't believe one of the coolest guys around died...

I'm shocked...

R.I.P. my friend.

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 12:43 PM: Message edited by: Mokum ]</small>

[Ghost-Dog, presented by Tervis®]

If any of you really wants to honor Clint, go to your local DMV and change the status on your liscense to "Organ Donor". Perhaps if there had been more donors in Clint's area, he would still be with us today.

[FeelGood]

Ghost-Dog:
If any of you really wants to honor Clint, go to your local DMV and change the status on your liscense to "Organ Donor". Perhaps if there had been more donors in Clint's area, he would still be with us today. ummm... no.

That's just scary.

I have two relatives who are doctors that specificly told me not to be an organ donor.

[RevQuixo]

EvilWasabi:

Ghost-Dog:
If any of you really wants to honor Clint, go to your local DMV and change the status on your liscense to "Organ Donor". Perhaps if there had been more donors in Clint's area, he would still be with us today. ummm... no.

That's just scary.

I have two relatives who are doctors that specificly told me not to be an organ donor. Because you'll need your organs when you die?

[BlackSpy]

Good luck to his family, I'm sorry to hear this.

[FeelGood]

RevQuixo:

EvilWasabi:

Ghost-Dog:
If any of you really wants to honor Clint, go to your local DMV and change the status on your liscense to "Organ Donor". Perhaps if there had been more donors in Clint's area, he would still be with us today. ummm... no.

That's just scary.

I have two relatives who are doctors that specificly told me not to be an organ donor. Because you'll need your organs when you die? because I don't want to die just because my organs look so profitable.

[Argentina94]

I noticed a few memorials in a few members' sigs about Clint and unfortunately, my fears we're well founded.

i sold Clint my Neo Turf Masters for NGPC because he was desperately looking for a clamshell version cheap and I obliged, He was very happy that he received it at half value but now I feel terible that I charged him at all.

It feels so stupid that I'm thinking of this right now but it just doesn't feel right and now I feel like an abuser.

Clint was a wonderful member and I simply can't state profoundly enough the shock and disbelief i feel right now. I don't have to state how missed he will be but please accept my condolences for this tragedy. crying

I simply don't know what to say, do or even feel right now.

It's just not right....

[rarehero]

i wouldnt worry about it sal.
he enjoyed that turf masters on NGPc plenty.
i rememer when he got it off you.

[Kazuya_UK]

Dampfwalze:
Everytime I read about young people that had to
die much to early and were very nice too, I ask
myself why they had to die while there are so
many assholes on this planet that seem to live
forever.

Instead of Jigen, Bin Laden or Saddam should
leave this world. Life's not fair!

"Over and out.."
Dampfwalze My words exactly...

Kaz

[Kid Aphex]

EvilWasabi:

RevQuixo:

EvilWasabi:

Ghost-Dog:
If any of you really wants to honor Clint, go to your local DMV and change the status on your liscense to "Organ Donor". Perhaps if there had been more donors in Clint's area, he would still be with us today. ummm... no.

That's just scary.

I have two relatives who are doctors that specificly told me not to be an organ donor. Because you'll need your organs when you die? because I don't want to die just because my organs look so profitable. Right.
Isn't there a way you can leave the decision in the hands of your family, however?

So that, if you're in a car accident and end up with no head and no chance of rescue, your immediate family can OK the organ donation? I thought that was one of the ways you could set this up.

[FeelGood]

Kid Aphex:

EvilWasabi:

RevQuixo:

EvilWasabi:

Ghost-Dog:
If any of you really wants to honor Clint, go to your local DMV and change the status on your liscense to "Organ Donor". Perhaps if there had been more donors in Clint's area, he would still be with us today. ummm... no.

That's just scary.

I have two relatives who are doctors that specificly told me not to be an organ donor. Because you'll need your organs when you die? because I don't want to die just because my organs look so profitable. Right.
Isn't there a way you can leave the decision in the hands of your family, however?

So that, if you're in a car accident and end up with no head and no chance of rescue, your immediate family can OK the organ donation? I thought that was one of the ways you could set this up. If it was in the situation that I was without a doubt dead, I have no problem releasing my organs to those in need. I just don't trust strangers. Even strangers with medical licenses.

[Darklighterx]

Jigen... yeah, he was a cool cat.
May he rest in peace. crying

[Ghost-Dog, presented by Tervis®]

Yes, KA, that is usually how it works. Despite popular misconception, doctors cannot just pull the plug on you if you are legally brain-dead. It requires consent of next of kin.

My good friend John Whitkopf (high school friend) died at the age of 17 because he needed a heart and lung transplant to survive. Despite being on a list, nothing ever came up and he passed on before even graduating high school. He was a good kid, and a good friend who didn't deserve the hand he was given. Through it all, he NEVER complained about his condition, just like Clint.

If a higher percentage of the population had been donors, perhaps John and Clint would both still be alive.

[Argentina94]

rarehero:
i wouldnt worry about it sal.
he enjoyed that turf masters on NGPc plenty.
i rememer when he got it off you. I hope so Eddie, I really do. I want to feel like in someway, at sometime, no matter how small or trivial, that he once smiled because of me.

I want to feel that at some point I turned a sad day into a happy one by something so inconsequential as that game and I want to feel that I was good to him and never wronged him.

I want to feel that I helped him instead of burdened him and that I never charged him ONE FUCKING RED CENT FOR THAT GAME because it's not right that good people die young and bad people live long.

I want to feel that this is a sick joke, that I never saw a memorial, that this thread doesn't exist and Clint is out there right now playing on his Neo because a parent should never have to know or see the day that they would outlive their beloved child.

Thanks for the words, Eddie, but I can't stop feeling dirty at this time. It's just too soon and the shock is too great that the stupidest fears and feelings take over any rational thought I can muster.

crying

[Megatron X]

Dampfwalze:
Everytime I read about young people that had to
die much to early and were very nice too, I ask
myself why they had to die while there are so
many assholes on this planet that seem to live
forever.

Instead of Jigen, Bin Laden or Saddam should
leave this world. Life's not fair!

"Over and out.."
Dampfwalze One dies for reasons. What reasons? I don't know. Maybe it was his time to go. Sad it is because the moment I entered the site already someone died...someone who was a very sweet person...someone who cared...someone who can put a smile on a person's face...

One thing I can remember is that he once thought I was Caris Nautilus on chat because I used to login as that name for fun in chat just to see what everyone would do. He just kept thinking I was Caris. Funny it was.

A friend of mine died a few years back and was around the same age as Jigen. He had a heart problem. Sad it was because that damn kid was too nice and too helpful. He would make friends with ANYONE. He'll make anyone laugh. He was my only BEST friend I had here where I reside at and gone...forever

Goodbye...Say Hi to the big one for me.

*Salutes* Que Dios te quide. Descanse en la paz con Dios.

[Ran Thrie]

Shocked and saddend to read this.
You will be missed.

[Neo Mike]

What a sad day. You will be missed. My condolences go out to his family and friends.

[neobuyer]

Holy fuck.

Jigen was one of the longest members here....

I feel like I should go buy Rez now and get deeply into it or something.

[Setsuna1982]

oh_no I hate when this things happens

[orochi_lubu]

im real sorry for your loss. but he's not suffering anymore and is with God now. rest in peace my friend crying

[StarPhoenix]

:( I had read all the posts about SNK4Ever and I thought that was sad, although it happened before I got here so I never knew Steve...

Clint on the other hand...I certainly could have gotten to know him and would have liked to have, but now I guess I won't be able to...

My condolences to your family, Clint...and to all the members of my new gaming family here at NeoGeo.com. It sounds like everyone has lost a good friend... :(

Star Phoenix

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 02:57 PM: Message edited by: StarPhoenix ]</small>

[Gamefan]

I am so sad to hear this. I am very sorry and my heart goes out to him and his family. We will miss him dearly. I love reading his posts.

GAMEFAN frown

[Metal Slug]

I've just seen this, and I'm just dazed.
I never thought for one second that Clint wouldn't win this fight.
We are all defined by how we deal with what life throws at us, and Clint was an example to us all.

Give 'em hell in Heaven Clint.
Rest in Peace Buddy.

Gene.

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 03:17 PM: Message edited by: Metal Slug ]</small>

[Plisken]

Just got home and read the news. I enjoyed chatting to Clint in chat immensely, and in the forums generally. 20 years young.....what a shame.

All my best wishes and regards to him and his family,

- Mike

[Nesagwa]

We had a rocky relationship but damn I will miss him.
I really dont know what to say....

<small>[ June 16, 2003, 03:30 PM: Message edited by: Nesagwa ]</small>

[eight one]

neobuyer:
Holy fuck.

Jigen was one of the longest members here....

I feel like I should go buy Rez now and get deeply into it or something. Definitely.

I'll always think of him everytime I play Rez for the rest of my life.

[Lets Gekiga In]

I can't believe that something like this would happen to him, I always looked up to Clint. Clint, we'll remember you forever.

[Rain]

Damn...

A top man, no doubt. Always hardcore, always friendly, one of the guys here who made this forum what it is.

He will be missed.

Peace Bro.

[TriShield]

Jigen's posts were always among my favorites to read here, well written, thought out, and to the point.

May God rest your soul Clint, and comfort your family in your absense.

[mookystains]

oh my god.

Out of all the members at ng.com i knew I felt that i was closest to Clint.
This is hitting me very personally, because ive met clint and hung out with him at CGE.
He is an awesome guy.
He even sent me a free BaseBallStars 2, because he never played it.... :(

I really dont know what to type, its kinda hard.
It seemed like i knew Clint on a different level than a lot of the ng.com members.

My condolences go out to the family, and everyone that knew Clint.
You will be missed.

-dan

[Croccifixio]

TonK here...

Clint and I have spoken on the phone and I wished him the best last year...

I sent him countless gifts over the time he was around....

We played PSO this past winter for over 100 hours...

Him and I have a long history here...

He was a great person, I can't believe God would do such a thing...

Clint, God rest your loving soul...

I still can't fucking believe this...

Later bro, you meant more to me than I thought...

Everyone needs to get along here, because the unimaginable can happen to anyone...

Clint, you were awesome...

[mookystains]

I think i should add more.
I mean, each minute it clicks even harder.
its really hard to believe that he is gone.

It was great, when i met him at CGE he was just about to play metal slug 3, so i walked over and shook his hand and we played metal slug 3 for a while.

He was RIGHT NEXT to me when Dion put me in a headlock! LOL
Right after it happened Clint and I laughed about it with eachother.

goodtimes clint, good times.

-dan

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[Croccifixio]

Does anyone know if his family wants the guestbook to be kept online permanently?


I'll gladly sponsor it...


- TonK

[vidgameman73]

I had to re-read the very first post in this thread a few times to actually understand what was going on here. eek!

Jigen was a really super guy, on these boards and on the phone. He was one of the first people I met here in the forums, actually one of the few that would talk to me in chat. Whenever I had a problem with something PC or Neo related, I always "asked Jigen" when I saw him in chat. Always had an answer. And was always cool about it too. :)

I don't really know what else to say. I had been away from my PC all weekend, and I feel bad I didn't get a chance to talk to him before his passing.

You are still the man, Jigen. Rest in peace, bud. :)

Bill crying

[KaedesDisciple]

Sorry I'm so late in my reply. Clint was a real stand up guy, no doubt about that. He was willing to answer my stupid questions back when I was still a neo-newbie, and didn't make me feel like an idiot. I always enjoyed reading his posts because he almost always had something intelligent to say. He never hated on anyone and we have to show him so much respect for that. He was one of the major reasons I got into Rez, and I'll never play another game of it again without thinking of him. It was definitely hard to read all this while I was at work, and I remember getting hit with Steve's passing while I was at work, as well. I hope that we can take some comfort in the fact that Clint's suffering has ended, and that one day we will see him again in no pain at all. I pray for his soul and for his family in their time of great suffering.

Hey Clint, I'm getting in a round of Rez for you later. And oh yea, say hi to Steve for us.

[MarrymeMai]

I couldn't believe this when I read it. I'll never forget when everyone was trying to make him look like a bad guy, and he was saying, "Today, I stabbed a baby in the eye." He also ate a live baby duck for breakfast and punched a baby in the nose. Good times. He also gave me "pick up" advice once. I tried to call him in the hospital once, but I guess he had already left. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

[Hikaru Ichijyo]

I never got to know him but I've always enjoyed reading his posts on here. My condolences to his family and friends.

[ThePunisher]

Dear God,
I cant believe this eek! crying

I remember him talking about his condition.
But I guess I just forgot about it and thought he was fine.


crying
Oh man. I dont know what to say.

[Trey Burnout]

My condolences to you and all of your family and friends.

Never really talked to him other then a few posts here and there but he was a cool cat all around and a stand up guy.

[dreamstationx]

I didnt know him but he sounds to be well loved and respected here on the boards and my heart goes out to his family and friends as I know what its like to loose someone in the family.... Also to the friends of his on these boards who did know him, I feel for you too guys.... Wish I had know him after reading all the posts....

Such a shame.... frown

[The Auction Sniper]

I sent him a PM last week, but he never replied.

It's a great shame he's gone, he was always good at comebacks in arguments, and he knew more about Rez than most of us probably will...

[Orochian]

My sincerest condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in peace.

I'm a newbie around here so I didn't know him until I saw this thread. It's unfortunate to get to know someone under such circumstances. Judging from the messages he seemed to be an exceptional human being, and I regret not having known him earlier.

[NeoLord]

Oh my God... I never knew you, Daisuke, but you seemed like a great guy. This really hits a nerve with me because my best friend of 10 years -- who suffered from a condition that swelled his heart -- died last Saturday due to complications. oh_no oh_no Only the good die young.

I wish peace unto them both.

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[Xander Crews]

no.

no..

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

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[BBH]

MarrymeMai:
I couldn't believe this when I read it. I'll never forget when everyone was trying to make him look like a bad guy, and he was saying, "Today, I stabbed a baby in the eye." He also ate a live baby duck for breakfast and punched a baby in the nose. Good times.<a href="http://www.neo-geo.com/cgi-local/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=7;t=005846" target="_blank">yeah, I remember that thread too</a>

even though I found out about this last night, I still can't believe he's gone. When I get home from work tonight I will definitely be playing a game of Top Hunter in his honor. I am sure that's what he would have wanted, for us to go on with our lives and to continue to enjoy the Neo-Geo and other video games. But he will surely never be forgotten.

[qube]

God, Clint's last <a href="http://www.neo-geo.com/cgi-local/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=8;t=020092" target="_blank">post</a> really just tore me up.... crying

Marq

[Neotokyobikerkid]

I always remember him as the guy who got Me to post I could play neo on a Xbox

How stupid was I to Do that

Labeled a bootlegger off the bat

Its all good at least we talked on AIM a few times pretty interesting

Also getting booted out of chat was A blast sometimes we would just sign in to see how long it took to get booted

Well man see you there someday

[Verbatum]

Oh my! I just saw this! This is just no good! I mean, this guy is helping me get my avatar up, and next thing he's dead? Man, soo many people dying so young.

Well, we will miss you man. You added your unique personality to this community, and made comming here that much more interesting. Thanks for all the fun, and interesting topics. Most of all, thanks for your help! Will be seeing you eventually! mr_t

[Laserblast]

Clint was a wonderful young man and one of the strongest people I have ever met. He never expressed any anger or self-pity at the unfortunate hand he was dealt. That a wonderful person like Clint would be afflicted so, is yet another proof that life is not fair and cannot be fully understood by us humans.
I was fortunate to be able to visit with Clint a few times at Children's Mercy Hospital. In retrospect far too few times :( . I always came away a richer person. I would bring my AES and carts or Playstation with flipscreen. I think I am the one who got him hooked on Neo Turf Masters :) . Clint had a great dry sense of humor that I especially remember the time we got in trouble with a hospital social worker for playing Dead or Alive in the hospital rec room. Extra bouncy eek!
Getting to know Clint helped me decide to return to college to pursue graduate work in medical research at KU. If I ever have the opportunity to contribute to research in Cystic Fibrosis or other diseases I will surely be thinking of Clint.
My deepest, most heartfelt condolences to family and friends.

Sincerely, Jeffrey L. Cotitta.

[Devil_Gans]

RIP clint.It was nice chatting with you last year. :(
Good guy.

[QnzNeoGeoChick]

Another forum member dead? What?! eek! First, Steve H. (a.k.a. SNK4EVER) and now him? How could this be? :confused:

But things happened, you know? So I hope his friends and family will get through this. This is terrible. :( :(

Daisuke Jigen: Gone but never forgotten.

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[Red_venom]

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[chimpmeister]

Jigen (Clint) and I didn't always get along, but I always felt he was a good guy who really enjoyed this hobby in so many ways. Its always terribly sad when someone so young dies early, especially someone like Clint. My condolences go to his family and friends in this sad and difficult time, and I will keep them all in my prayers. crying

[Igniz]

This makes me regret that the only time i talked to him was when i said that he abused his mod position in chat .. I hope he has fun with steve playin' that big neo-geo in the sky ...

[Riot Blood Khyron]

The man = Daisuke Jigen

I dont post as much as I ought to, wish I could have talked to him once. He sounded like a great guy.

[NebraskaDragon]

This is the saddest thing I've heard in a long time. I had a great time with him on PSO and posting here. We even shared nearly the same birthday, just one day difference. He will be greatly missed.

[Big Shady]

I never knew the man, but from what I have read in this thread he was a great guy. He will be sorely missed and I hope he is in a better place now.

[Allien133]

Big Shady:
I never knew the man, but from what I have read in this thread he was a great guy. He will be sorely missed and I hope he is in a better place now. Ditto crying

[QnzNeoGeoChick]

Big Shady:
I never knew the man, but from what I have read in this thread he was a great guy. He will be sorely missed and I hope he is in a better place now. I never knew him, too, but he is a great guy. We will miss him dearly.

[MVS-AES PLAYER]

Though I never talked to him it is indeed a sad day. I'm very sorry and may he rest in peace

[brentsg]

This is terrible news. Clint was a great person.

We should all take a little piece from him to help us become better people.

It is so easy to get caught up in life's obstacles, but Clint was able to face his adversity and still enjoy his life. He was up against something so difficult that most of us can't even imagine, but he didn't complain. He found reasons to be positive and enjoy himself.

We need to learn from his example.

My best wishes go to Clint's friends and family. You lost a good one.

B

[BoriquaSNK]

My deepest sympathies. Rest in Peace.

[bulletnyourass]

My condolensces go out to his family. Weird thing is I was looking through some old threads yesterday and came across the one that had the pic where he was being forced to take a picture with Dion and ChrisR. When I saw the picture, I said that they should've felt like shit for doing that. Now, in the light of things, I wonder if they feel guilty about the shit. Probably not.

Clint...no more pain...no more strife.....may you find peace in the afterlife!

Phillip

[gemen]

I never knew this guy. But look, how many of us post in this thread and remember him. I truly hope he has a better place to live above us.

R.I.P.

Gemen

[CrackerMessiah]

My sincerest condolences go out to Clint's family, and all that held him dear.

Despite a lack of contact between the two of us, I always gleaned from his posts that he must be a great person. He will be remembered as such.

R.I.P, Clint.

[KaedesDisciple]

May the choirs of angels come to greet you,
May they speed you to paradise.
May the Lord enfold you in His mercy,
May you find eternal life...

One of the prettiest, yet one of the saddest songs I've ever heard. We sing it at every funeral in my church. I'll be sure to sing it for him.

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[Farewell_SNK]

.........
This is just not right. He shouldn't be gone. HE SHOULDN'T BE GONE! Some say pain is beauty, but there is no beauty here. His life was trivial but his mind is OUR own. Opinions last longer than a lifetime. Maybe jesus didn't want him for a sunbeam, but we sure did. Farewell Friend. It's better to burn out than to fade away.

[Bhm]

Holy hell...

I just thought I'd log on and check some forum-drama and I'm greeted by this...

I am really sorry. Rest in peace, jig. You will be sorely missed.

[wjw123]

Truely a sad day. Rest in peace.

[bokmeow]

Oh god, I haven't been able to make Daisuke Jigen's acquaintance for very long, but for the short period I have been lucky enough to make his acquaintance, he has been a truly funny and good guy. The world lost another good soul and the heaven gained one when Daisuke Jigen passed away. My sincerest condolences and my heart goes out to another good man and a good Neo-Geo brethren

[the_colonel]

Although i never new him, i do remember his name on some of his posts, seem's very populer among us.
We'll all be joining you soon man, rest a while intill then, friend.

Practice up while you can, as in this time & space, we shall be challenging each other soon enough.

[BBH]

I know it's not much, but I did play a game in his honor like I said. I did this on TEH ROMZ, but the thought is there, right?

<img src="http://bbh.marpirc.net/tophuntr.png" alt=" - " />

frown

[tsukaesugi]

BBH:
I know it's not much, but I did play a game in his honor like I said. I did this on TEH ROMZ, but the thought is there, right?I'd say the thought is definitely there.

[Setsuna1982]

His last post.

The topic was "How do you feel today?"

Daisuke Jigen:
Short of breath, and light-headed. Scary

[Stephane]

Je viens d'apprendre la nouvelle, tu etait quelqu un de bien Daisuke, c'est comme si j'avais perdu mon frere, que dire ! J'espere que tu est au paradis, avec plein de jeux neo :) repose en paix mon ami, nous ne t'oublierons pas, jamais !!!!!

[Jedah]

I never really knew Jigen all that well, but I'm really sad he's gone. I'm usually a lurker here (sorry) but he waz a great guy from everything I saw. crying

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[the_move]

I am late maybe, but I still want to express my sorrow in this unfortunate and very sad happening.

Sorry, I hope I´ve found the right words for this.

I remember Daisuke as a frequent, but very calmed, behaving member of this forum. And with quite some knowledge.

It is too bad he died at such a young age. His life would be just at the beginning if there had not been this disease.

Life is really not fair. This is another proof for it.

My condolences to his family for losing a precious member of theirs.

And also my condolences and sorrow to this forum for losing a precious member of ours.

I hope I could express it the way I feel.
It would be easier in German.

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[Xero]

I'm sorry that I didn't get to know Jigen (Clint) better, but my thoughts go out to all of your loved ones.

Clint, you will truly be missed here.

[Takuma79]

I haven't known jigan that long, but I did know that he was a fun guy to talk with in chat, He will be missed.

R.I.P. Jigan may where ever you are be a better place

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[yoalpster]

Hey guys, This is Shawn Frevele, aka yoalpster, one of Clint's best friends. I want you to know that everyone here cannot believe the love you're giving this man, although he deserves e very bit of it.

I'm messaging you this first time here to let you know that every message from mine to the first has been printed and will be taken to his funeral ceremony today. I'm a pall bearer and they've asked me to read something, although I don't know if I'll be able to. The few words I'll be saying will be posts from here. I'm presenting them to his Father Rob, as the "online guestbook" for those who signed in to remember him.

My friend Jeff also had a great idea, so we made a wreath out of old game controllers - from Atari to Gamecube. There will be pics of it as well on the site, along with video from here at my house from parties, and pics from his family as well.

It's hard not to cry every time I see these posts, but I'll try my hardest to keep it together when presenting them at the services today.

So, drink a coke, play a game, and say a silent one for the big little man. I'll be around online for the next 2 days putting more of a tribute together.

Take care, and hang in there...
Shawn - AKA yoalpster.

[kernow]

Damn, he told me about you Steve, how he hangs at your house and stuff, and how you have many games systems.

You have one of his cabs too don't you.

[EMAGDNIM]

I'm REALLY late for this but still...it's always sad when one you interact with passes on frown

[ttooddddyy]

I am so sad to hear this :(, I didnt corresponded much with Clint but the few contacts were always very positive.
A freindly knowledgeable guy that will be dearly missed around here.

[Briggs]

Thanks for posting Shawn.

Jigen was as good as they come. I have nothing but fond memories of him and will miss him greatly.

He mentioned you quite a few times, talking about fixing up some games you two got at the auctions I think.

Nice to finally say "hi".

My Best,

Briggs

[RevQuixo]

yoalpster:

So, drink a coke, play a game, and say a silent one for the big little man. I'll be around online for the next 2 days putting more of a tribute together.

Take care, and hang in there...
Shawn - AKA yoalpster. Drink a coke? After Jigens's last discourse on the horrors of Coke drinking, I doubt I could.

Although he might have found it ironic...who knows.

But maybe I should try to find some Taco's from the gas station...

Damn..now I'm getting all misty again...Clint we miss you.


Thanks for the good times.

[JHendrix]

You know its amazing how much you'd miss a person you've never really met. I'm back at work today and this is where I'd normally converse with Jigen almost every day.

Its hard to believe he's not there to talk to anymore, its incredibly sad. I mean you'd never think you'd care for someone that much, having never really "met" them.

Just one thing you should say, at least from our perspective: He never came off as someone who played off his illness as a crutch or an excuse, I had conversed with him for quite some time before I even knew he was sick, and even afterwards he never talked about it much. That is the sign of a really strong person who doesn't let things like that get in the way of life.

I really miss him, its really hitting me now that I can't talk to him when I normally would.

I can only imagine how nice a person he must have been if his online self was indication of his personality (and I believe it was). Please give our condolences to his family.

I am sure many members are keeping him in their prayers right now, I know he's in mine.

Not really sure what else to say, other than I miss him.

[kernow]

damn righr he's missed, #snk misses him too.

[Briggs]

kernow:
damn righr he's missed, #snk misses him too. Maybe we could pick a time and meet up in #snk to swap a few Jigen stories.

[kernow]

Briggs:

kernow:
damn righr he's missed, #snk misses him too. Maybe we could pick a time and meet up in #snk to swap a few Jigen stories. I'll bring burgers but I have no charcoal frown

[Bloodia Styles]

I never even knew Jigen being new to this forum. But I see he was greatly loved here and from what I hear he was a great guy.

My condolences to his family and friends. I wish I could have met him.

[FeelGood]

He was #6 in the top posters with almost 8000 posts here.

I remember the time I passed him. I took note of it because he was an active member and it wasn't easy passing him even when I was edging close to his post count. Not easy like passing Liquid Snake.

From the Tactics Ogre LUCT and Final Fantasy Tactics strategy guides to the Chrysalis NES cart, I'll treasure the stuff I bought from you, Jigen. :)

[ST-V]

Goddamn.

I hope the best for Clints friends and family.

[BAOBOY]

Very very sorry to here that crying
My condolences go out to you and all of your family.

John

[Liquid Snake]

oh no........
we lose another great NG.com member frown

[playboycougar]

Oh my dear God in heaven. This is terrible. My heart truly goes out to all of his family and friends.

This is really tough for a lot of us. I remember calling Clint when he was in the hospital.

crying

[SilverAngel]

Im so sorry to hear this, my condolences to your family and all of his friends. crying

[Highlander67]

I just got here and read the news. Man I can't believe 2 member in only a few short months.

Clint, you were a great guy and you'll be missed man. I hope his family is okay. crying

[Nathan]

This is sad news indeed. crying I never talked with Clint but enjoyed reading many of his posts. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

[Xander Crews]

i suck with deaths.

i barely knew him, and talked to him only a little, but still, it sffects me, i dunno why, i lost sleep and thought about it all day.

now i sound like an asshole putting myself before everything.

best wishes to the family.

rip

[cuccoo]

I've read some of his posts, though I admit I dont really know him. But I'm sure he's a good guy judging from the reactions here. May he rest in peace.

[Hidden Character]

Well I'll be goddamned.....This is indeed terrible and even though you may or may not have liked him, he was a part of a family, our family. We got to try to end this pointless hatred for one another here on the forum because, just like that, we can be gone from existence. I would like to take this time to thank him for turning me on to Lupin III on Cartoon Network which one of my favorite programs to watch on TV right now. I never knew well, but my heart and prayers goes out to his family and may he score a double perfect or beat Heroes 2 with one credit wherever he may be. Godbless, Jigen. frown