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[Tom Roche]

It's reported that Mike Pinder of the Moody Blues passed away today.

[Mark Phillips]

Actor Terry Carter passed away, he was a trailblazer and had a vast career. RIP.

https://people.com/terry-carter-battlestar-galactica-mccloud-actor-dead-at-95-8637911

[Tim McCulloch]

Duane Eddy, pioneering rock and roll guitarist, at 86.
https://www.npr.org/2024/05/01/1248565614/duane-eddy-rock-guitarist-obituary

[Tim McCulloch]

Richard Tandy, keyboardist for Electric Light Orchestra at 76.

[David Sturzenbecher]

From SynAudCon - Bob Coffeen

https://warrenmcelwain.com/obituary/robert-charles-bob-coffeen/

Bob founded R.C. Coffeen & Associates in 1964, consulting in Electro-Acoustics and Industrial Control Systems.  Following the mentorship of Dr. C. Paul Boner, Bob began employing a sound system equalization method on several projects.  His firm then took off and expanded!

The company continued through the years as Coffeen Anderson Fricke & Associates, later as Coffeen Fricke & Associates, Inc., Consultants in Acoustics and Audio-Visual Communications.  Bob was renowned for his research in acoustical engineering, particularly stadiums and performance venues.  Key projects included the original sound systems for Kauffman Stadium and Arrowhead Station (GEHA Field).  He was particularly proud of work done for arenas, stadiums, and churches across the United States, including Yardley Hall and Polsky Theatre at Johnson County Community College.

Bob’s skills were known internationally, resulting in many journeys around the globe.  He was also a private pilot and at one point, the firm owned two airplanes.  Flying was a great joy of Bob’s.  The firm was later purchased and continues today as AVANT Acoustics in Lenexa, KS.   

Bob resigned in 1995 so he could continue with his instruction in architectural acoustics at the University of Kansas.  He was an adjunct faculty member with the School of Architecture until his retirement in 2017.  In KU’s classrooms and labs, he worked with students in designing acoustics for planned or existing buildings and facilities.  He taught them how to use computer modeling and auralization programs.  A highlight of many years was an annual trip with students to Chicago for company and building tours.  Former students and colleagues honored him with the Jack and Nancy Bradley Student Recognition Award.  He also received an Excellence in Teaching Award, chosen by undergraduate students in KU’s Architectural Engineering department.

Bob received many industry honors throughout his career.  He was named the 2006 National Systems Contractors Association Educator of the Year.  He received the Rossing Prize as the nation’s top educator in acoustics by the Acoustical Society of America where he was a life member.  Bob was a life member of the Audio Engineering Society and a Life Member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers.

[Robert Healey]

From SynAudCon - Bob Coffeen

I was a student of Bob's in the Architectural Engineering program at the University of Kansas from 2009-2014.

I can't say that I have met anyone else who has had a full 30-year career working on some of the largest projects in the industry and then had a second 30-year career teaching. He gave me an incredible education on the fundamentals of audio, system design, and the industry. I certainly wouldn't be where I am today without him.

[Tim McCulloch]

I was a student of Bob's in the Architectural Engineering program at the University of Kansas from 2009-2014.

I can't say that I have met anyone else who has had a full 30-year career working on some of the largest projects in the industry and then had a second 30-year career teaching. He gave me an incredible education on the fundamentals of audio, system design, and the industry. I certainly wouldn't be where I am today without him.

I was going to say that Professor Bob is one of those that should have a statue on the KU campus.  He had that kind of impact.

[Scott Holtzman]

I was a student of Bob's in the Architectural Engineering program at the University of Kansas from 2009-2014.

I can't say that I have met anyone else who has had a full 30-year career working on some of the largest projects in the industry and then had a second 30-year career teaching. He gave me an incredible education on the fundamentals of audio, system design, and the industry. I certainly wouldn't be where I am today without him.

Wonderful testament


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[Scott Helmke]

Chicago musician, engineer, producer Steve Albini - dead of a heart attack at the relatively young age of 61.

[Mac Kerr]

Chicago musician, engineer, producer Steve Albini - dead of a heart attack at the relatively young age of 61.

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