Comments on: Rest in peace, Mike Crowley

By: Creative Anarchy

Creative Anarchy — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:46:52 +0000

I never knew Mike. I wish I did. I wish I had more real connections in the community. I did know Count Blockula, usually from Flickr and posts here on occasion. And in a way I always will. It’s tragic that we lost a member and to many of us a friend but in the record and memories of what Mike built will far outlast him, perhaps outlast us all. Our lives are often unglamorous and many of us leave very little in our wake but take heart that what we build both in bricks and in community does live on.

By: gambort

gambort — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:54:53 +0000

Although the circumstances are terrible, it’s wonderful being reminded of the legacy CountBlockula left behind. He was one of the greatest talents in the community from all the way back to when it was small. And his skill stood the test of time.

I did not have the chance to meet him, but like everyone else I admired him for his fantastic nature, and excellent skill. He will be missed.

I wish his family and friends all the best, and know that their memory of Mike will keep him alive forever in some small way.

By: Josh

Josh — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:26:59 +0000

Mike was an incredible man. Words really can’t express how much of an impact he had on those around him and on me during years I knew him.

He was one of the nicest people I’ve had the honor of meeting in this hobby. Of course watching him build at conventions was an amazing experience, but just hanging out with him was a joy and a pleasure.

I will miss him intensely and I will probably always subconsciencely look for him at Cons. He was not able to attend for the last couple of years but there will be a permenant hole in them from now on.

Rest in Peace…

By: Tromas

Tromas — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 18:30:33 +0000

Sadly, I never interacted with Mike online. However, I have been a longtime fan of his work. I always loved the quirky and goofy personality that came through in his builds. His models were guaranteed to put a smile on my face! From reading everyone’s posts on flickr, Facebook and here, it is clear to see that he was a wonderful person and a cherished friend. My thoughts go out to all who were close to him.

By: DarkkosiS

DarkkosiS — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 06:11:35 +0000

Although I never had the chance to meet him in person, Mike was like a brother to me via the virtual world, especially when he was on the top of his game. He was genuine, cheerful, brilliant, spontaneous and a world class builder IMHO.
My sincere condolences to his family, friends and fans.

Gone too soon… He’ll be dearly missed…

By: ry

ry — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 05:32:18 +0000

^ http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/xLIGHTSx/StarWars/Brickfest2006/8-26Sat/mikey_ninja_roll.avi

By: Keith Goldman

Keith Goldman — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 05:08:35 +0000

I had the good fortune to meet Mike at a convention a few years ago. He was one of those people who could make you feel like an old friend within minutes of meeeting. I first saw him in the parking lot outstide the venue, where he delighted a small group of people by performing an immaculate back-flip off the tailgate of a friend’s truck. Mike definitely had a way of making people laugh, and bringing them together. RIP.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 04:49:09 +0000

Mike was one of the first people I became friends with in the online LEGO fan community, way back in the earliest days of FBTB. We didn’t meet in person until BrickCon 2006, but afterward I always looked forward to seeing him again with each passing convention.

Caylin alludes to a wonderful excursion to a Chinese restaurant that she, Mike, Josh, and I embarked on during BrickFest 2007 in Portland, Oregon. We hopped the MAX for a couple of stops and got off somewhere that looked like it might have better food than the places around the Oregon Convention Center, ending up at a Chinese restaurant called “House of Louie” of all things. Oddly, there was already a LEGO horse sitting on the wall near us as we ate.

What I remember most about Mike is his irrepressible sense of humor. Though he never complained, Mike didn’t avoid talking about his health issues among friends in person, and yet his quick wit was always one step ahead of everyone — even if the quip was as non-verbal as a smirk or a raised eyebrow.

The last time I saw Mike was at BrickCon 2008. I wish I’d had more time with Mike, and I’ll miss him terribly.