Report, etc.

So, for those who don't know, Josey (or, "Mr. K") skillfully organized a massive fundraiser at the Label, for Damon's family.

It was a roaring success, financially and otherwise. Musical stylings by the Poor Choices, Godkings/queens, and Righteous Ike. There was a moment of silence, and some short, moving speeches.

Good work Mr. K.

And lots of our beloved bloggers were there donating time, money, music, art, sweat, etc. Good job all.

Damon's obit is online at http://www.passagesmb.com/obituary_details.cfm?ObitID=121524

here it is:

DAMON ALEXANDER HARTUNG (published on June 26, 2007)



DAMON ALEXANDER HARTUNG

August 6, 1980 June 18, 2007

"Shine on you crazy diamond"

Peacefully, after a lengthy illness, Damon Alexander Hartung has left us to go to a better place.
His life will be celebrated and remembered by his father, Micheal Hartung (Lynn); his mother, Barbara Frost (Miodrag); sister Yasmin (Drew); grandparents, Fritz and Edna Hartung of Winnipeg and Albert and Grace Frost of Teulon, Manitoba and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Damon spent his formative years in the Wolseley district of Winnipeg. He attended Laura Secord, River Heights and Kelvin Schools. Eventually he left The Peg and moved to Toronto, then Europe and finally settled in Montreal. He attended Concordia University where he was active in Concordia politics.
Damon loved a crowd. He had eclectic interests ranging from fencing and rugby, to buddism, baking, geography, history, languages, philosophy and travelling the world. The word "can't" didn't exist in his vocabulary and when his illness hampered his participation in activities he loved, he simply found new ones.
The family would like to thank the Drs. Laneuville and Galal at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal for their spectacular care of Damon, the nurses for their loving touch, and all those who wished him well and contributed to improving his quality of life.
Damonfest, a celebration of Damon's life, will be held June 28 at 6:00 p.m. in the Rooftop of The Winnipeg Art Gallery. Casual summer dress, no black. Call Leah re date in Montreal!!
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in the memory of Damon to the Cedars Cancer Support Institute, 687 Pine Ave. West, E3.15, Montreal, QC H3A 1A1 or online www.cedars.ca