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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>The Ren Faire will be different this year. Sadly,
John Crock (Hyperspud John) passed away on Monday morning. His spouse, Laurene
Sorensen, will still attend as "Ren Faire Queen" with some special attendents.
Say hello, share a memory, let her have some space....</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>John was a pillar of the community of Moscow, was
deeply committed to Buy Local, and was a friend to every person on the Palouse
who loved the great outdoors. He will be deeply missed.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>Laurene is planning a community celebration of his
life at a future date. Keep good thoughts for her, cherish your memories of
John, and remember to think about "What would John do?" when roving around the
Palouse.....</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>