I feel awful about this mostly unexpected news. I spoke with Roy multiple times with the last time likely a week or two prior to his passing. I know that myself and several other individuals had prepaid for some upcoming designs that were to include the ribbon tweeter. It is strange to think that one of Roy's last activities may have been final tweaking of his design on my speakers. They were scheduled to ship July 24. My limited interactions with Roy left an indelible impression. Truly a vibrant genius with a passion to help others understand his designs.
Roy's enthusiasm for his new Eos RX design was so contagious. Not sure what to do now. Hopefully someone associated with GMA will be sorting out what to do with completed or in process work. I was so looking forward to hearing them. Rest in Peace Roy.
R.I.P: Rest In Peace Roy Johnson, Green Mountain Audio's Genius
All,
It is with heavy heart that I bring to you the heart breaking news of the passing of one of audio's true geniuses. Roy Johnson passed away this week after a long battle with cancer. He was a truly brilliant speaker designer, and true friend, and an amazing person. For those of us lucky to have known him as customers or friends we know he was infinitely committed to lending a hand, imparting his wisdom, solving problems and creating some of the most amazing loud speakers ever heard. There were often gremlins in my system not centered around his loudspeakers and Roy would literally drop everything and help me trace down problems, while all the time educating and teaching me, not for gain, not for money, but because that's who Roy Johnson was.
He will be greatly missed for his humor, his dedication, and his selflessness in audio and in life.
Rest in Peace Dear Friend,
You Are Loved
It is with heavy heart that I bring to you the heart breaking news of the passing of one of audio's true geniuses. Roy Johnson passed away this week after a long battle with cancer. He was a truly brilliant speaker designer, and true friend, and an amazing person. For those of us lucky to have known him as customers or friends we know he was infinitely committed to lending a hand, imparting his wisdom, solving problems and creating some of the most amazing loud speakers ever heard. There were often gremlins in my system not centered around his loudspeakers and Roy would literally drop everything and help me trace down problems, while all the time educating and teaching me, not for gain, not for money, but because that's who Roy Johnson was.
He will be greatly missed for his humor, his dedication, and his selflessness in audio and in life.
Rest in Peace Dear Friend,
You Are Loved
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Just found this information in The Colorado Springs Gazette. If anyone is interested in the memorial service details are included. Johnson ROY ALAN JOHNSON July 27, 1953 - July 16, 2019 Son, brother, friend, Manitou Alum ('71) and long-time Green Mountain Falls resident. We have lost all of the above when Roy passed peacefully after an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his dad Keith and is survived by his mom Dove, brother Tony (Diane), sister Kelly (Chip Swenson), former wife and friend Jeannie Bremer, many nieces, nephews and extended family. Roy was a unique individual. As a Physicist, he turned his attention to Audio Reproduction and extraordinary sound. Sound so pure, you only have to close your eyes to bring whatever or whoever you are listening to right up front. In the words of a dear friend "Roy was one of the audio's true geniuses. A brilliant speaker designer". "He never gave up on his pursuit of making better sound". He was just as persistent in his health battle. Never a "why me". Always the belief that he would get better and would persevere with his work. Forever the optimist Goodbye Soundman and Godspeed. May the heavens be forever graced with your music. In Lieu of flowers please donate to the American Cancer Society in Roy's name. A Memorial Celebration to be held at the Sallie Bush Community Building in Green Mountain Falls on Sunday 8/11/19 2pm. |