Jim Sliff aka Silverface RIP

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Mike Nihen
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Jim Sliff aka Silverface RIP

Post by Mike Nihen »

With a heavy heart I must tell you that our brother has left the building. He was all in with this group. Helped a lot folks with his passion.
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Mike Neer
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Post by Mike Neer »

I am so sorry to hear this news. Jim will be sorely missed. He was a knowledgeable and passionate lover of all things amps and guitars and a great member of the community.
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Dave Mudgett
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Post by Dave Mudgett »

Very sad news indeed. Jim was honest, passionate, and outspoken, and he will be missed here.

Since there's already been a reply here, I'm consolidating the thread/post ebb started here to this one - he relayed this info from Jim's family:
ebb wrote:on my FB feed

"This is Jim's family. We're writing with shock, sadness and heartbreak that Jim passed away last week.
We’re still sorting through everything, but when we have a date and location for services, we will update everyone here.
This has stunned us all. We appreciate the kindness and space for grieving"
RIP Jim - I'm very sorry we never got to meet in person.
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Tony Prior
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Post by Tony Prior »

Very sad news. While I never met Jim, we communicated often over the net. Peace and prayers to Jim's family and friends, he will be missed. :(
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Craig Stock
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Post by Craig Stock »

RIP Jim!

Gonna miss seeing the flying Pterodactyl avatar!
Regards, Craig

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Pete McAvity
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Post by Pete McAvity »

Very sad. I've learned quite a bit (all good stuff) from his participation in this community. R.I.P.
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Bill Sinclair
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Post by Bill Sinclair »

Pete McAvity wrote:Very sad. I've learned quite a bit (all good stuff) from his participation in this community. R.I.P.
Me too, Pete. So sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to his family.
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K Maul
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Post by K Maul »

Truly sad. I learned much from him, particularly regarding Fender steels. What will we do without him?
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Jack Stanton
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Post by Jack Stanton »

Truley enjoyed his posts. Rest well, cowboy.
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Michael Sawyer
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Post by Michael Sawyer »

Jim helped me alot- a Fender pedal steel guru.
My condolences.
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Jim Cohen
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Post by Jim Cohen »

My condolences as well to his friends and family. He was a valued member of our community.
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Post by Larry Dering »

I followed Jim's post on every occasion. Gleaning what knowledge he so freely shared. I respected his opinions and looked forward to his amp information. Rip Jim. My prayers for your family and friends.
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Post by David Farrell »

Sorry to hear about Jim. May he rest in peace.
Thanks, Dave

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D Schubert
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Post by D Schubert »

I used to correspond with him often, more on the subject of b-bender guitars than steel guitar. Never met, but figured he was one of the nicer folks on the planet. See you in the afterlife, Jim.
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Jeremy Threlfall
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Post by Jeremy Threlfall »

He felt like a cosmic kindred spirit to me

I will miss his missives

to few like Jim left these days RIP
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Post by Skip Edwards »

Really sorry to hear about this. My sincere condolences to his family & friends.
Vaya con Dios, Jim...
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Post by Brad Bechtel »

He was a respected contributor to the forum. I never had the opportunity to meet him in person, but I enjoyed his online presence.
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Chris Templeton
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Post by Chris Templeton »

Onward, Jim
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Post by Bob Carlucci »

Very sorry to hear about Jim's passing.. He was a kindred spirit. We shared a passion for Fender cable steels, and he forgot more about them than I will ever learn...RIP Jim.....bob
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Post by Donny Hinson »

Sorry to hear this, as Jim was one of the more colorful and outspoken contributors here. He was passionate about his music, but most of all, about his gear. I can remember when he first got his Fender cable steel, and came on the forum seeking info about it. I gave him all my insight - tips, tricks and opinions, as I had played one for about 8 years back in the '60s. (It was my only guitar, back then). We had some disagreements, but it was all good as we both benefitted from our many exchanges. I'll miss him, here, as I'm sure many others will.

Rest easy, Jim.
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Post by Ethan Shaw »

Jim was one of the biggest fans and advocates of Fender pedal steels. I always knew if Jim posted something, it would be something I'd be interested in. He'll be missed.
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Gary Spaeth
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Post by Gary Spaeth »

he was always positive to my ideas. he will be missed. here's one example:
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Russ Tkac
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Post by Russ Tkac »

Sad to hear. Jim was a good guy and friend to the community for many years. Blessings and comfort to his family and friends.
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Colin Boutilier
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Post by Colin Boutilier »

That is a shame. I'm new to this forum, but I often interacted with him elsewhere, particularly on the topic of B-Benders.
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Steve Spitz
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RIP Jim

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he was a unique guy, one of the real gems of our community.
always willing to share an opinion, and had a passion for what he said.

he and his posts will be missed.
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