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Another light goes out in the darkness....
We don't lost him. He will be there...When we will be looking to the skies...In every single light blinking to us... In every book shelf showing us the strange wonder of our Cosmos...

Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 08:40:23 -0500
From: Chris Curtis
Organization: Delta College
Subject: Carl Sagan

Carl Sagan shared the greatest of gifts with the world: the gift of knowledge and the joy of discovery. As long as we continue to revel in these, he will live on.

Chris Curtis Delta College
J-117 Instructor of Psychology
University Center, MI 48710 e-mail: clcurtis@alpha.delta.edu
(517) 686-9191 http://www.delta.edu

Subject: Another light goes out in the darkness....
Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 07:22:09 +0100

A man who I have admired since I was a kid is gone. For me he was an inspiration. My deepest sympathy.

Kjetil Sørli

Oslo, Norway

From: "Bengt Svensson"
Subject: Bye Carl.
Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 07:09:58 +0100

Very sad to hear the news of Carl Sagan's death.

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Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 01:29:44 -0800
From: Michael G Hodowanitz
Subject: Carl Sagan memorial E-mail entry
I would like some connetion with you memorial to Carl Sagan.

I only knew Carl Sagan from His series: COSMOS and from some of his books that I've read. I knew as a personal friend, only in the way that that kind of feeling develops from the mediums of television and books. I only wish I had to opportunity to know hi m personally. A great loss to all mankind. I'll miss him.
Michael G. Hodowanitz

Thank You.

From: "Cutberto Lesn Herrera"
Date: Sat, 21 Dec 96 00:23:02 -800
Subject: Iliana Arteaga MARTINEZ

ESTIMADA SRA. SAGAN:

LEI EL ARTICULO DE SU ESPOSO, EN LA REVISTA MUY INTERESANTE DEL MES DE DICIEMBRE DEL PRESENTE AQO, EN EL CUAL PUDE NOTAR LA SENSIBILIDAD Y ENORME CALIDAD HUMANA DE SU ESPOSO. PERDIENDO LA HUMANIDAD UN GRAN CIENTIFICO Y SOBRE TODO UN GRANDIOSO SER HUMANO. ME UNO A LA PENA POR LA QUE ATRAVIESA.

From: "Bengt Svensson"
Subject: Bye Carl.
Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 07:09:58 +0100

Very sad to hear the news of Carl Sagan's death.

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From: kjetil.sorli@hi.uio.no
Subject: Another light goes out in the darkness....
Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 07:22:09 +0100

A man who I have admired since I was a kid is gone. For me he was an inspiration.
My deepest sympathy.

Kjetil Scrli

Oslo, Norway

Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 22:07:40 -0800
From: computerguy@mhv.net
Subject: A great man passes

I would just like to say that this man, Carl Sagan was a great inspiration to me, and helped enlighten many people. He will be greatly missed, and has left his mark on all of human kind.

John Dragun
Saugerties, NY

Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 00:50:39 +0800
From: ALBERT LAO
Subject: CARL SAGAN

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCE. CARL SAGAN'S DEATH IS A BIG LOSS TO ASTRONOMY BUT HIS MEMORY SHALL LIVE ON THROUGH THE AGES AND SERVE AS AN INSPIRATION TO MILLIONS WHO LOVE THE WONDERS OF THE COSMOS.

ALBERT LAO
MANILA, PHILIPPINES

From: "LINDA AND FRED FICARRA"
Subject: Carl Sagan
Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 11:05:07 -0800v
I can't say I was Carls greatest fan but he is the person who lit my desire for knowledge. No other educator had that ability for me. I miss him. sadly,
Fred Ficarra
(SS427@silverlink.net) Seabeck Wa. USA

Date: Sat, 21 Dec 96 02:57:29 UT
From: "Marc Bratton"
Subject: Carl Sagan

Goodbye Dr. Sagan. We will miss you greatly, but your voyage through space has really just begun. God bless you.

Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 02:18:05 -0500
From: LCrist8686@aol.com
Subject: carl

Good By Dear Friend

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 21:57:27 -0500
From: SSMinnow13@aol.com
Subject: carl sagan

some people have sports heros...actor heros...I had Carl Sagan thanks for the inspiration....if there is a god he is back up there!

From: "Alberto Fontecha"
Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 21:52:32 +0100

I will keep his books and videos forever , so he will be by my side

Alberto Fontecha
Bilbao

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 20:50:09 -0500
From: Paul Banat
Organization: PB Programmation enr.
Subject: Hello!

It's a shame we lost a person like Carl Sagan, I wished that I could track him down and ask him a few questions, now it's too late, Keep up the good work with your Carl Sagan Page.

Your's truly
Paul

PB Programmation enr. Tel 514-272-4634
5587 De L'Esplanade Fax 514-272-3587
Montreal, Quebec BBS 514-272-3587
H2T-2Z9

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 17:58:09 -0800
From: JUANC
Subject: Sentimiento de condolencia

Lamento profundamente la muerte de Carl Sagan, pues su trabajo y sus palabras sencillas nos permitieron a quienes no somos ni astronomos ni científicos, acercarnos a las estrellas y comprender que de ellas venimos.

Juan Carlos La Rotta C. Bogotá - Colombia

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 14:33:07 -0500
From: Andrew Bonime Organization: CD-ROM Professional
Subject: We should all weep at Dr. Sagan's passing

From: Andrew Bonime
Date:December 22nd, 1996

In the movie JAWS, Richard Dreyfuss says to Roy Scheider: "After I leave tomorrow, you're going to be the only sane man on this island."
I feel that way about Dr. Sagan's leaving us. Every day I see science and rational thinking assaulted with rising beliefs in everything from astrology to astral projection and zombies. Dr. Sagan was a beacon in the darkness and I will miss him greatly. Wh o will save us now?

Andrew Bonime New York, NY

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 14:26:31 +0100
From: Javier Herrera Pagán
Subject: Carl Sagan

Quiero dejar un mensaje al hombre que hizo sentir interes por el mundo del espacio, desde que era un ni F1o Carl Sagan me entusiasmo y la noticia de su muerte me ha conmovido de tal modo que pienso que el mundo haperdido a un hombre insustituible. Espero que nos ayudes ahora que conoces todos los misterios del universo. Mi mas sincero pesame para su esposa.
pagan@ctv.es

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 14:03:15 -0500
From: Dale Mac Cormack
Subject: Dr. Carl Sagan

The Elementary schoolchildren from the James Bolton Astronomy Club and I send our deepest sympathy. Dr. Sagan left so much research in books and film for the world. His passion for astronomy will live on in the spirit of those who aspire to be like him. His star will always shine brightly.

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 09:53:19 -0800
From: Dawn Eisler Smith
Subject: God speed

My condolences to you Ann and all his family and friends and all of us that loved and honored him.

Carl - I will miss you. Your's was the gentle voice of intelligence. You have had a profound effect on my life - I owe you my thanks. You're gone now from this mysterious place, but you'll live on forever in my heart and mind. I hope and pray that wher ever you are now, you are happy, and I hope and pray that we will meet again.

No goodbyes.
Dawn

From: "Bob Kjer"
Subject: Condolences
Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 07:26:57 +0900

Please pass on my condolences to the Sagan Family. Mr. Sagan has always fascinated me with his stories and thoughts.

PS I thoroughly enjoy this web site.

Bob Kjer

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 96 03:37:54 0500
From: Sumit Bhagra

Is Sagan really dead ?

I can't believe it !

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 96 03:31:41 UT
From: "Wayne Wilson"
Subject: Sagan's Death

So near the solstice, surely one of the first astronomical events discovered thousands of years ago by another inquiring mind...seems fitting.

Can we institute Sagan's "Boloney Index" from "Demon Haunted World" as part of the proposed TV ratings?

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 02:27:05 +1000
From: MM
Subject: Carl Sagan's Memorial comments

A great inspirational human being.

(Petros Rozakeas - Australia)

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 96 00:56:44 -0800
From: Kim Norris

We love ya CARL

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 19:52:17 -0000
From: Kyle Boyat
Subject: I Shall Always Remember Him.

I shall never forget the man who brought the wonder of the Cosmos to me. I just want to thank you Carl. Thank you for the pleasure you instilled in me when I look out at this beautiful universe and for being my very good friend wether you new it or not. The world is a little smaller place for passing, and the universe immeasurably larger for your being here. Goodbye.

Kyle

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 1996 19:52:17 -0000
From: Kyle Boyat
To: webadmin@bluepoint.com.tr
Subject: I Shall Always Remember Him.

I shall never forget the man who brought the wonder of the Cosmos to me. I just want to thank you Carl. Thank you for the pleasure you instilled in me when I look out at this beautiful universe and for being my very good friend wether you new it or not. The world is a little smaller place for passing, and the universe immeasurably larger for your being here. Goodbye.

Kyle

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 22:09:56 +1100
From: Chris Henman
To: webadmin@bluepoint.com.tr
Subject: Carl Sagan - Thanks

This is not a notification of an error, unless the death notice is incorrect.

I just wish to say thank you to a great scientist, communicator and someone who was an inspiration to me.

Thanks, Carl Sagan. You meant, and still mean, an awful lot to me.

Travel the cosmos in peace
Chris Henman
Australia.

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 22:22:15 +1100
From: Chris Henman
Subject: Carl Sagan - Thanks

I rarely feel a great personal loss when a prominent figure dies. When I heard of Carl Sagan's death I felt a part of me had been taken from me. I felt an emptiness.

I just wish to say 'thank you' to a great scientist, communicator and someone who was an inspiration to me.

Thanks, Carl Sagan. You meant, and still mean, an awful lot to me.

Travel the cosmos in peace,
Chris Henman, Australia.

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 14:43:41 -0200
From: Hamilton de Freitas Coutinho
To: webadmin@bluepoint.com.tr
Subject: Carl Sagan's Death

In a world desolated by violence, where almost nothing touch us, hear about Dr. Sagan died make me cry. He left us too early and will be missed. But he will live forever in the minds and hearts of who, as myself, has captivated by the great Dr. Sagan. Descange em paz Carl Sagan.

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 22:09:56 +1100
From: Chris Henman
Subject: Carl Sagan - Thanks

This is not a notification of an error, unless the death notice is incorrect.

I just wish to say thank you to a great scientist, communicator and someone who was an inspiration to me.

Thanks, Carl Sagan. You meant, and still mean, an awful lot to me.

Travel the cosmos in peace
Chris Henman
Australia.

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 14:43:41 -0200
From: Hamilton de Freitas Coutinho
Subject: Carl Sagan's Death

In a world desolated by violence, where almost nothing touch us, hear about Dr. Sagan died make me cry. He left us too early and will be missed. But he will live forever in the minds and hearts of who, as myself, has captivated by the great Dr. Sagan. Descange em paz Carl Sagan.

http://www.geocities.com/CollegePark/7092/index.html

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 17:19:05 -0500
From: Bill Thorneloe
Subject: Remembrance

Prof Sagan was/is a point of light to many in diverse fields of endeavor and study. He taught many to question and marvel at the lack of certainty in our Universe. He understood the awe of the magnitude of the Universe, and expressed his comfort with the ambiguity of the Real v. the Faith.

He expressed faith and knowledge far greater than the religous zealotsand smug atheists who would overly simplify our universe. I am proud to have been one of millions influenced by his dangerous mind.

Shine on!

W F Thorneloe, MD
Atlanta, GA

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 21:56:35 -0500
From: "C. Nott"
Subject: A Great Loss

We are terribly saddened for the world's loss of such a great man. The world today is a less desirable place to live in due to the loss of such an inspirational and dedicated soul. He can never be replaced but it is our sincere hope that someone will pick up his torch and carry it onward for the sake of humanity. Carl's dedication and humanitarianism will be greatly missed. Our sincerest sympathy to his family. We hope that it will be some comfort for them to know that Carl profoundly touched more lives than anyone can imagine. May God grant him peace and comfort and comfort to all those touched by his passing.

Good Bye Carl and thanks for being here.

Cameron, Teresa, James, Hannah, Ruth, Lawrence Nott, Catherine and Steve Infanti.

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 22:51:48 -0800
From: bbhay
Subject: Dr. Sagan

Dr. Sagan, we must now learn to speak for ourselves. May we echo the same reason and compassion. You will travel with us in our hearts and minds. I feel for your family, yet how lucky they are to have been so close to you. Dr. Sagan, thanks for everything, billions and billions.
Jesse
bbhay@earthlink.net

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 11:06:11 -0500
From: sicontec
Subject: Colombia

No se escribir muy bien el Ingles, Por esta razon escribire en Espaol. Solo quiero dar mi mas sentido pesame por la muerte de Carl Sagan. En cierto sentido fue mi maestro y me duele mucho su desaparicion. Saludo con mucho dolor a su esposa Ann Druyan.

Aqui en Colombia nunca olvidaremos a Carl, nuestro mundo nunca sera igual.

Hasta pronto,

John Martinez.

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 08:37:06 -0600
From: "Edwin Quesada M."
Organization: Saip Inversiones S.A.
Subject: Requiem for a Big Man

I'm desolated with the news the last friday.

Sagan was one of my favorite authors in my youth. He contributed to the formation of my mind and my soul.

My love for the astronomy was inspired for him.

Thanks Sagan... I'll remember you forever, because we are friends trought your books.

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 19:10:48 -0800
From: Dawn Eisler Smith
To: webadmin@bluepoint.com.tr
Subject: God speed

My condolences to you Ann.

and all his family and friends
and all of us that loved and honored him.

Carl - I will miss you. Your's was the gentle voice of intelligence. You have had a profound effect on my life - I owe you my thanks. You're gone now from this mysterious place, but you'll live on forever in my heart and mind. I hope and pray that wherever you are now, you are happy, and I hope and pray that we will meet again.

No goodbyes.
Dawn

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 12:07:21 -0600
From: j foster
Subject: The passing of a great mentor.

With all the above platitudes from people far and wide it is difficult to find the words to express my sorrow at Dr.Sagans death. Suffice it to say that that his intelligence shone brighter than any star he so aptly described in the wonderous program Cosmos.

Sincerely
Martin Foster

Date: Mon, 23 Dec 1996 15:06:57 -0500
From: Alper Tunga Celen
Subject: Sagan

Kim oldugunuzu bilmiyorum ama Carl Sagan'in olumunden dolayi uzuntumu paylasan bir turk olarak size yazip, yarattiginiz page'den dolayi sizi kutlamak istedim. Sayfamda sizin sayfaniza link koydum, tekrar tesekkurler,

Alper Tunga Celen
alper@virginia.edu
http://watt.seas.virginia.edu/~atc3w

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 00:04:27 -0500
From: Anil Yilmaz
Subject: Tebrikler.

Merhaba,

Isminizi bilmiyorum,zira BluePoint sitesinin tamamini dolasmadim.Ancak,gosterdiginiz caba icin sizi tebrik ediyorum.Carl Sagan'in oldugunu de Internet'ten ogrendim.IBM'in de ana web sitesi bu sayfayi 23.12.96 gunu linklerinde ilk siraya koymus.(www.ibm.net).
Carl Sagan gercekten Dunya icin buyuk bir kayip.
Saygilar.
Anil Yilmaz
(sanily@ibm.net)

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 13:38:21 +1100
From: Brett Holman
To: webadmin@bluepoint.com.tr
Subject: The passing of Carl Sagan ...

I was so sad to hear of Carl Sagan's passing. I first saw Cosmos when I was 10; he was so inspirational. (I'm now doing a master's degree in astrophysics; I blame ol' Carl :) I am deeply distressed to know that he is gone. He had so much more to do. I'll miss him.
_______________________________________________________
Brett Holman bholman@physics.unimelb.edu.au
School of Physics http://astro.ph.unimelb.edu.au/~bholman/
University of Melbourne * I can't believe that I, let alone the Uni, *
AUSTRALIA * would hold the opinions expressed here. *

Stop quoting the laws to us. We carry swords. - Pompey the Great
Nothing happens in contradiction to nature - only in contradiction to
what we know of it. -- Dana Scully

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 15:05:58 -0800
From: surferjo@ix.netcom.com (Randy Franklin)
Subject: Farewell to Dr. Sagan

For the past twenty years I have read and followed the investigations that Dr. Sagan has been involved with. Not being a man of Science (just a normal everyday type person) I have enjoyed his approach to the higher learning of mankind.

The planet has lost one of its best advocates. I know those that read his writings will be better people. What more could one ask. Thanks for the memories.

Randy Franklin Surferjo @ netcom.com

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 10:47:37 -0800
From: Al Rotundo
Subject: Fitting Tribute

Billions and billions of earthbounders share a better understanding of the cosmos and their place in it, thanks to this one man looking through telescopes on the shoulders of giants like Keppler, Ptolemy and Gallileo. A new star has taken its place among theirs...

God above surely welcomes this dedicated man who squeegeed the windows of heaven, the better for us all to peer through...

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 11:00:48 -0500
From: Andrew Bonime
Subject: Carl Sagan

Carl Sagan was more than an astronomer. He was a voice for reason and rationality in a world increasingly fascinated with astrology and other pseudo science - in fact a world seemingly at odds with science. When I read Dragons of Eden, it was the first time I felt that there was a voice for science. I will miss Dr. Sagan greatly, but in reading through the emails on this page I am comforted to know that I am not alone.

Andrew Bonime
bonime@angel.net
http://www.angel.net/~bonime
212-490-5897 (Voice), 212-490-2910 (Fax)

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 11:23:40 -0800
From: mc
Subject: Dr. Sagan

Thank you Dr. Sagan for the many hours of the universe you gave to us.we shall all join you in the great journey.
love marjorie cooke

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 10:55:09 -0800
From: "B. H. Nelson"
Subject: Carl Sagan

Some people go through life unoticed and some people leave an extra ordinary mark. Prof. Sagan has left his mark. I now understand that exploration is a viable field of study that can bring many rich rewards beyond monetary gain.

It was through Dr Sagan's masterful words and vision that I took my first trip beyond the blue sky. I will never forget the realization of knowing how much exisited beyond what I could see. Thank you, Dr. Sagan, your impact has been life long. Gods speed.

Bruce H. Nelson Ph.D

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 23:00:27 +0200
From: Dr FD Swart
Subject: Mourning Carl Sagan

I am a believer in you Carl Sagan, your words means more to me than those of any church. By now you will have all the answers you've ever asked, I hope. You were the Einstein of our time - more important in my book than any politician or celebrity. Rest well Carl, you are mourned in a small town in Africa by two followers.

Francois Swart

Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 22:05:27 -0600
From: ckerns@connect.net
Subject: Farewell

To lose Dr. Sagan so young is heartbreaking -- but I take comfort in this:
He searched his life long for answers to the mysteries of the universe...and now, wherever he is, I trust he has found them. I imagine him watching in wonder as truths unfold before him...

Carol Kerns
Dallas, Texas, USA

Date sent: Wed, 25 Dec 1996 21:20:40 -0800
From: Debb and Jim Meyer
Organization: Pier 1 Imports and U.S. Gov.
Subject: Sorrow

I have always felt that the description of 'god' in the book Contact must be Dr Sagan's own. That God was bigger than one tiny blue planet. Dr Sagan was more than a teacher, more than a scientist, he was a guiding light. Dr Sagan made the wonder of the universe understandable, comprehendable, and desirable. Science is how we got where we are and how we will get to where we are ment to be.

Without Dr Sagan life, and science will all be so very much tougher for the average person to understand and become excited about. But, with his books and papers to guide us we can all help keep his work alive. My sympathy goes to his family and friends who will surely feel his lost most deeply, but who also have the dearest memories of his life.

With thanks for the joy he has provided.
Debb Meyer

Date: Wed, 25 Dec 1996 17:54:13 -0500 (EST)
From: Floyd Dibble
Subject: A great loss

I am one of the many ordinary people of the world that will sadly miss Carl Sagan. Someone that took the time to show us the way to the stars and beyond. One star in the heaven is shining a little brighter now. It is the one for Carl.
Floyd Dibble
floydd@servtech.com

Date: Thu, 26 Dec 1996 03:24:15 -0800
From: Brooks
Subject: All his questions answered!

Goodbye Carl,

I'll miss you. I'm quessing that you now have all the answers to the cosmic questions. Thanks for being such a great teacher and an inspiration to all questers. We might not even have had a continuing space program if it hadn't been for you and your ability to share your vision with us. Peace . . .

Heartfelt condolences to your family.

Date: Thu, 26 Dec 1996 05:08:11 -0600
From: David Hillis
Subject: Farewell Dr. Sagan

When I heard of Dr. Sagan's passing, I was deeply touched. His work inspired a thirst for knowledge and an interest in astronomy and science. Dr. Sagan has been a huge infulence on me ever since I was a child. I and my entire family will miss him, and e very time I look up at the stars, I will remember....

David Hillis
Lewisville, Texas - USA

Date: Fri, 27 Dec 1996 00:08:40 -0200
From: Ernesto Lindstaedt <@pro.via-rs.com.br,@beta.procergs:rsf4390@memob>
To: webadmin@bluepoint.com.tr
Subject: Thank you Mr. Sagan

Dr. Carl Sagan play a big role in my personal history, since I was an teenager until today. His elegant ideas combined with a very sweet way of transmiting his vision of the universe and the delicate treatment dedicated to the nature of human being change d my life, touching me deep inside in a very intelligent and caressing manner.

What in past was fear for the unknown was transformed into curiosity, like a new and trembling flame that start burning in my soul, keeping my eyes open and my mind awake, ready to learn and grow. I'm very thankful for him. The single existence of human b eings like Dr. Carl Sagan made me believe more strongly that we are, in a certain way, really special, some raw jewel of universe, despite our huge childishness in so much aspects. I believe he lighted not only my faith, but the faith of so much people, t hat it will never exists a fair way to recognize such inspiring life work.

Sincerally,

Ernesto Lindstaedt

Av. Bastian 527/11 Porto Alegre - RS - BRAZIL CEP:90130-021
E-Mail: rsf4390@pro.via-rs.com.br

Date: Thu, 26 Dec 1996 21:30:08 -0500
From: George Kiritsis
Subject: A Terrible Loss to Humanity

I was deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Sagan's death. He was one of the most influential people in my life. His books fueled my interest in science and sparked my curiosity about the cosmos. I loved his television series "Cosmos" and his profound ability to make difficult scientific concepts understandable. I'm sure his teachings and contributions to humanity will live on forever. I hope the human race continues to endeavour to search for extra-terrestrial intelligence.

Dr. Sagan will be sadly missed by millions. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

George Kiritsis,
Chatham, Ontario, Canada.

Date: Thu, 26 Dec 1996 19:18:25 -0800
From: Randy Franklin
To: webadmin@bluepoint.com.tr

As a college student in the 80's I was exposed to Dr. Sagan's thoughts and lectures. This raised a profound intrest in my realm of thought. What more can a teacher do?

Yes, The Universe did lose a bright star. He helped raise the awareness on the greenhouse theory, Nuclear winter; etc. Maybe this is the reason that man withdrew himself from MAD. (Mutual assured distruction).

As I sit and write words that will not be read......I see that I am only doing this to help ease the pain of this loss.

Time will test how well we enbraced his thoughts........Randy Franklin
@Netcom.com

Date: Fri, 27 Dec 1996 07:51:57 +0900
From: Manabu Oohata
Subject: Dear Dr.Carl Sagan

I am very sad. That is all I can say.

Date: Fri, 27 Dec 1996 12:43:38 +1000
From: PR
Subject: Carl Sagan

An inspirational thinker and presenter of ideas, he has left behind billions and billions of positive thoughts with all of us.

Will be sadly missed.

Petros Rozakeas
Australia

Date: Fri, 27 Dec 1996 01:17:53 -0800
From: Christopher Todd
Subject: Carl Sagan

His unimpeachable greatness lies in his ability as a teacher. In 1979 I had read everything Dr. Carl Sagan had written, and was pleased that he'd undertaken a science show for PBS. We didn^Rt yet know that Cosmos is not only the best science show ever do ne on television, it is the best thing ever done on television.

Carl Sagan taught us that our great and soaring and passionate intelligence's are our salvation. Our future is literally in our own hands, our toolmaking ability, in science. If he did believe in God, he certainly didn't waste our time remaking Him in o ur image. Carl Sagan felt the universe is neither hostile nor benign -- just indifferent to the concerns of those such as we. A view not much to our liking, perhaps, but at least we know where we stand. Carl Sagan did a lot of debunking, but he debunke d bunk. We are better for it, and we should be doing more debunking ourselves.

Critical thinking and healthy skepticism are now common and acceptable. Sadly, pseudo-science is still with us, but largely because of the efforts of Carl Sagan, it is no longer as pervasive or broadly credible. He has taught many of us that fundamental ism is the enemy of progress for the human condition.

But, the massive intellect and courage of Carl Sagan has fundamentally changed the way I view my life and the Cosmos. He has also changed my son's outlook, and, I like to think many of my students have benefited from what I've gotten from Carl Sagan. I further believe that my story can be retold millions of times. Our species, our prospects and our view of our place in the universe has changed for the better because of this great man. And today there is an accumulated record which is more closely related to t he intense teaching, intelligence and insight of Carl Sagan than perhaps we recognize.

Since the first showing of Cosmos we have seen profound changes world wide, changes Carl Sagan always called for. Wicked leaders have been cast out, absurd empires have collapsed, abject enemies have shaken hands, and for the first time since their incep tion, numbers of the almost unspeakable weapons of mass distruction have actually been taken apart. Because of his efforts we are now energetically looking for signals from alien civilizations, a notion that was broadly considered absurd twenty years ago .

There is still far to go, but Carl Sagan has given us hope for the long term survival of the human species, has convinced us that we are the wisest of the apes, and that one day we will inhabit the far reaches of the universe. How does one measure such g ifts? How does one adequately mourn such a great person?

Of course, we will miss him the rest of our lives. Knowing how much he is loved and revered, I expect that those millions to whom he was THE TEACHER will continue his life's work of healthy skepticism, critical thinking, intense curiosity and maintaining an optimistic view of the future. All of us owe the memory of Carl Sagan at least that.

Chris Todd
Seattle, WA
1103627
http://www.wet.net/nouncles/

Date: Fri, 27 Dec 96 15:31:27
From: yourname@email_address
Subject: Another light goes out ...

Saddened as I am of the news, I know Carl's contribution to mankind will not disappear with his passing. The light he helped, and continues to help, fuel in so many of us is a measure of his heritage. My middle son was five when he first witnessed Cosmo s. The lessons he learned have imacted his perspective on life. Carl's light remains a strong light, in us, and it will shine for multiple generations ... perhaps centuries. If such is a measure of light, then darkness will not soon come to us, or Carl .

Date: Fri, 27 Dec 1996 17:00:36 -0500
From: SPSully@aol.com
Subject: Carl Sagan

Carl Sagan will be missed. I enjoyed all his Cosmos series.

Date: Fri, 27 Dec 1996 19:26:48 -0600
From: Bryan Butcher
Subject: Carl Sagan Memorial Book

The Des Moines Astronomical Society sends it's heart felt regards in light of the loss of Dr. Carl Sagan. His contribution to the promotion of astronomy throughout the world has inspired humans to continue the search for answers to the mysteries of the universe. We will miss him.

Bryan Butcher
President
Des Moines Astronomical Society

Date: Sat, 28 Dec 1996 10:52:28 -0800
From: Kirk Cessna
Subject: Carl Sagan Tribute

I think his contribution to all of us can be summed up best by paraphrasing his own words; 'In the vastness of space and the immensity of time, it is OUR joy to have shared a planet and an epoch with Carl.'
He will be missed.

Kirk Cessna

Date: Sat, 28 Dec 96 15:00:53 -0800
From: Debbie
Subject: True Hero

In this day and age of pseudo-science and tabloid news, Prof. Sagan offered us the wonderful twin gifts of truth and reason. I will miss him greatly. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. Professor, one way or another you live on.

Date: Sat, 28 Dec 1996 16:41:59, -0500
From: MR THOMAS PARISI
Subject: Carl Sagan

I vividly remember watching Carl on the Johnny Carson Show. Everything he talked about excited me. I was saddened to hear of his death.

Date: Sun, 29 Dec 1996 00:30:52 -0800
From: don pedro
Subject: Carl Sagan

Am a stringer for TIME.
And I have always loved Sagan,whom I met through his memorable COSMOS series.
CNN aired his last intereview,where Sagan says we should ponder on the fact that there millions of suns like ours in the Mily Way, and trillions of galaxies such as ours.
Do you know where I could find a transcript of this interview. Have already emailed CNN today and suppose they will come up with the transcript. Am e mailing you just in case.

God Bless for your good work.

Pedro v H.,Suisse.

Date: Sun, 29 Dec 1996 06:34:13 -0600
From: Syed Mujtaba
Subject: CARL SAGAN!!!!

I felt a sense of great personal loss when I heard of Dr. Sagan's death. The writer, the scientist and humanitarian. And it's because no one else's books have given me so much reading and thinking pleasure. The hour's I have spent entharalled by Dr. Sagan's superb writing are countless. And now his golden pen has been silenced forever.

REST IN PEACE Carl Sagan. The world will miss your wonderful writing and your eloquent speeches on it's behalf.

Syed Zain Mujtaba

Date: Sun, 29 Dec 1996 10:42:38 -0500
From: "HUIBERT J. KNOESTER"
Subject: teacher

I think we are more thoughtfull about life thanks to the work of Dr. Sagan.
HJK

Date: Sun, 29 Dec 1996 17:25:15 -0500
From: Bernard Lyons
Subject: Death of Dr. Sagan

As a Sailor for twenty years in the Navy Prof. Sagan enkindled in me a curiosity about the heavens which will remain with me till the day I die. His "COSMOS" series gave me and my family an education in the wonders of the universe that we will keep with us always. As for his critics complaints about his spending a lot of his energies creating mass appeal for the wonders of the universe, all I can say is what small minds for such intelligent people. He will be remembered in my family for what he gave to us, an undying curiosity about the stars and what they may hold. He was truly a "GREAT AMERICAN' and a great man. I wish him Godspeed on his journey "to the Stars".
b.lyons@worldnet.att.net

Date: Sun, 29 Dec 1996 18:51:45 -0800
From: Deana or Don
Subject: Good bye Carl Sagan

Goodbye to one of the few men of science that I truly admired.

Deana

Date: Mon, 30 Dec 1996 00:23:55 -0500
From: Jim Potts
Subject: A FRIEND THATS GONE AHEAD!...

HOW MANY TIMES HAVE WE ALL WATCHED HIS PROGRAMS, WHILE FILLED WITH WONDER? WE SHOULD NOW WISH HIM GOD SPEED INTO HIS NEXT WORLD OF WONDER, BECAUSE HE'S JUST GONE AHEAD, SO HE'LL BE ABLE TO HELP US UNDERSTAND IT WHEN WE ALL GET THERE, AS WE KNOW WE WILL!!
Jim Potts

Date: Mon, 30 Dec 1996 00:13:18 -0800
From: Lone Wolf
Subject: From No-One in Particular

No-one has contributed so much to my understanding of the primary principle of anthropology: No thing can be considered without considering its relationship to all else. Can we humans ever truly comprehend the cosmos?

Dr. Sagan humbled me, and I am grateful.

Dr. Stephen Lone Wolf
Cultural Anthropologist

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