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dbphotos · 22 June 2011, 12:15 PM

RIP and Godspeed JJ.

My prayers go out to his family.

Watch Professor · 22 June 2011, 12:17 PM

I first joined the Forum right after I purchased my GMT IIC and had a question about adjusting the bracelet. JJ immediately answered in a post and a PM with much helpful information. His welcome was so much appreciated. I came to appreciate his wonderful sense of humor, his honesty, his knowledge and enthusiasm about Rolex. I always looked to his post as part of any thread as this lit up any topic. The most outstanding feature was his love for his family. The greatest gift a person can leave is the memory implanted in others. May JJ's memory be one for creating good in the world. JJ, you will be missed.

bmac11c · 22 June 2011, 12:17 PM

I am a newcomer to TRF, although I never had the pleasure to interact with JJ, I have read many posts from him. A kind gentleman who meant the world to so many people. He will be missed.

Bmac

MrCowboy99 · 22 June 2011, 12:18 PM

Rip JJ. He was the first to welcome me years ago and allow me to grow with Rolex.

Remember his Bluesy?

djhiram · 22 June 2011, 12:20 PM

JJ was one of the first to welcome me to the forum and personified the essence of TRF. He made sure everyone felt welcome and a part of the family. God bless Zemina and his family and TRF his second family. We can all be comforted knowing he is now in no more pain and watching over us all. God bless you JJ and rest in peace. Here's to you!

Z-Dweller · 22 June 2011, 12:21 PM

When I started visiting this forum, JJ was the first Rolex "face" I recognized as a true afficionado. I lauded his posts and reviews, and lamented his declaration to liquidate his collection. Now we all know why. Rest in Peace, JJ.

JUSTROLEXES · 22 June 2011, 12:22 PM

My first visit to TRF I sow JJ avatar with his pic and I didn't know then that it was his own picture

it could've been just an Avatar

but after a little of readying I learned that it was his own picture, and I get to ready about his family and look at their pics...
the I get to enjoy his good spirit share his knowledge and wisdom.
He was always kind and helpful yet funny and a tosser

I get to talk to him few times and I felt like i knew him for years
I will always remember you my friend

MitchSteel · 22 June 2011, 12:23 PM

R.i.p jj

cat3roadracer · 22 June 2011, 12:24 PM

I actually had a great day until now. I never met the man, but am extremely saddened tonight. Hug the ones you love, enjoy a pint. Life is much too short. Blessings to JJ's family.

rolexsweep · 22 June 2011, 12:24 PM

will be missed! much loved.

kris_ben42 · 22 June 2011, 12:25 PM

Whenever I am browsing on some topics here at the forum, I always come across his delightful comments.
May you Rest In Peace JJ!

phiengin · 22 June 2011, 12:25 PM

Rip, JJ.

RanHong · 22 June 2011, 12:26 PM

Rip jj.

RandyGMT · 22 June 2011, 12:26 PM

Rest In Peace JJ. My sympathy to his family. I got a nice email from JJ when I bought my new Yacht-Master. Will miss his post on the forum. He has made many friend's here in the midwest USA.

karmatp · 22 June 2011, 12:26 PM

What can I say that already has not been said, JJ was a great man. I am proud to have known him and I will always cherish his friendship. He will be missed so much, TRF will never be the same. I just wish I had the opportunity to sit down with him and talk watches over a beer.

RIP JJ my friend, you will never be forgotten.

Eric88 · 22 June 2011, 12:30 PM

RIP JJ. I swapped a number of PMs with him getting into details of how the Sub-C sizing worked for my wrist, which was the same size as JJ's. I really enjoyed getting to know him on the forum and he will be missed.

Racer X · 22 June 2011, 12:31 PM

When I first started reading the forum and saw JJ's many posts all over the place I thought to myself "who is this guy with that goofy grin?" It wasn't long however before I came to realize what a great man JJ is. His bright, enthusiastic personality is something we all should aspire to. I am very saddened to hear of his passing and my condolences go out to his family whom he obviously loved very much. JJ, you will be missed!

sirjohnbrian · 22 June 2011, 12:34 PM

I can't believe I'm mourning somebody I've never met. Rest in peace friend, welcome home.

Colnago · 22 June 2011, 12:35 PM

We've lost a great guy....the show must go on but it will be different now....I am finding it hard to accept that he will not be posting anymore.....I spoke to JJ quite a few times by PM, what a man.....he even laughed at my jokes.......it's a very sad time for his family and all of us.....he has left a fantastic legacy of threads/posts here which will be there to read for all of us when we feel down in the mouth....there is so much in his posts that could cheer up the saddest person......he will truly be missed....rest in peace big fella

The Joker · 22 June 2011, 12:35 PM

Rest in Peace JJ

CaveDiver · 22 June 2011, 12:37 PM

RIP. You’re now in a place not bound by time and more beautiful than any Rolex.
Prayers with your family and friends

ersnyder · 22 June 2011, 12:42 PM

A warm and friendly man who's greetings were warmly expressed to all. He will be missed. A great legacy.

457689 · 22 June 2011, 12:43 PM

be at rest at last stranger.

mpkRolex · 22 June 2011, 12:44 PM

I am in tears after a long time. Sad day.

JJ you will be missed here. Condolences to your family.

Rest in peace

keschete · 22 June 2011, 12:45 PM

Missing you my friend and praying for your family!!!!!

I also enjoyed being an exclusive member of the Tosserettes!!!!

docmarioce · 22 June 2011, 12:45 PM

Definitely a great loss for the Rolex community. JJ we will miss you. You left first but you are still among us. I can feel the love. RIP buddy.

STEELINOX · 22 June 2011, 12:45 PM

There's no heart like his.

I remember when we were in the early planning stages of our NZ trip, he was looking forward to a gtg. We still plan to go and hope to meet Zemina and the Family...

AJMarcus · 22 June 2011, 12:47 PM

Many of us never met JJ yet we mourn his passing just the same. That says a lot for The Man aka Mr.Rolex. May you Rest in Peace.

mikecr50 · 22 June 2011, 12:48 PM

Sometimes people refer to another as an "old soul". To me old soul is the highest honor of appreciation. I haven't had the honor of meeting J.J. In person but to me he's an old soul, always humorous,always helpful. Thanks J.J.! My sincerest condolences to J.J.'s family and friends.

Deldog · 22 June 2011, 12:48 PM

It takes one heck of a guy to inspire people from all corners of the Earth to shower him with love, praise and support. Rest in peace, JJ. You will be missed.

22 June 2011, 12:15 PM	#91
dbphotos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: David Location: Texas Watch: your 6! Posts: 898	RIP and Godspeed JJ. My prayers go out to his family. __________________ www.DavidBailey.com Rolex DD YG 18238 \| Rolex 1675 Pepsi \| Rolex 14060 \| Rolex Vintage 6694 \| Rolex TT 16013 \| Tudor Tiger 79280P on Shark strap \| a whole bunch of misc watches

22 June 2011, 12:17 PM	#92
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	I first joined the Forum right after I purchased my GMT IIC and had a question about adjusting the bracelet. JJ immediately answered in a post and a PM with much helpful information. His welcome was so much appreciated. I came to appreciate his wonderful sense of humor, his honesty, his knowledge and enthusiasm about Rolex. I always looked to his post as part of any thread as this lit up any topic. The most outstanding feature was his love for his family. The greatest gift a person can leave is the memory implanted in others. May JJ's memory be one for creating good in the world. JJ, you will be missed. __________________

22 June 2011, 12:18 PM	#94
MrCowboy99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mac Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,368	Rip JJ. He was the first to welcome me years ago and allow me to grow with Rolex. Remember his Bluesy? __________________ I do not offer or provide any Rolex investment advice or opinion regarding the nature, potential, value, suitability or profitability of any particular watch, collections of watches, transaction or investment watch collecting strategy, and you shall be fully responsible for any watch decisions you make, and such decisions will be based solely on your evaluation of your financial circumstances, watch objectives, risk tolerance, and what looks good in yoru opinion on your wrist.

22 June 2011, 12:20 PM	#95
djhiram "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Hiram Location: Miami, FL Watch: 16600 Sea Dweller Posts: 1,233	JJ was one of the first to welcome me to the forum and personified the essence of TRF. He made sure everyone felt welcome and a part of the family. God bless Zemina and his family and TRF his second family. We can all be comforted knowing he is now in no more pain and watching over us all. God bless you JJ and rest in peace. Here's to you! __________________ - Charriol Columbus Chrono M.O.P Dial - Handfull of G-Shocks - Rolex Bluesy Co-Founder of the Brothers of the Leaf Society

22 June 2011, 12:21 PM	#96
Z-Dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Bill Location: In my man-cave Watch: All my children. Posts: 359	When I started visiting this forum, JJ was the first Rolex "face" I recognized as a true afficionado. I lauded his posts and reviews, and lamented his declaration to liquidate his collection. Now we all know why. Rest in Peace, JJ. __________________ A Lange & Sohne, IWC, Jaeger-Le-Coultre, Officine Panerai, Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Breitling, Hamilton, Laco.

22 June 2011, 12:17 PM	#93
bmac11c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Billy Mac Location: DFW, Tejas Posts: 120	I am a newcomer to TRF, although I never had the pleasure to interact with JJ, I have read many posts from him. A kind gentleman who meant the world to so many people. He will be missed. Bmac

22 June 2011, 12:22 PM	#97
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 DATE-JUST41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 49,223	My first visit to TRF I sow JJ avatar with his pic and I didn't know then that it was his own picture it could've been just an Avatar but after a little of readying I learned that it was his own picture, and I get to ready about his family and look at their pics... the I get to enjoy his good spirit share his knowledge and wisdom. He was always kind and helpful yet funny and a tosser I get to talk to him few times and I felt like i knew him for years I will always remember you my friend __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

22 June 2011, 12:23 PM	#98
MitchSteel "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: MDangerSteel Location: Canada Watch: Vintage Rolex Posts: 2,301	R.i.p jj __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons Probability of survival is inversely proportional to the angle of arrival---Capt. Rage Don't believe anything in aviation, 'till V1---Mitch Danger Steel

22 June 2011, 12:24 PM	#99
cat3roadracer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Dave Location: Upstate, NY Watch: 39mm Explorer Posts: 20	God Bless I actually had a great day until now. I never met the man, but am extremely saddened tonight. Hug the ones you love, enjoy a pint. Life is much too short. Blessings to JJ's family.

22 June 2011, 12:24 PM	#100
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	will be missed! much loved. __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

22 June 2011, 12:25 PM	#101
kris_ben42 Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: alberta Posts: 21	Rip Whenever I am browsing on some topics here at the forum, I always come across his delightful comments. May you Rest In Peace JJ!

22 June 2011, 12:25 PM	#102
phiengin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: California Watch: 1680, 1675 Posts: 343	Rip, JJ.

22 June 2011, 12:26 PM	#103
RanHong "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Australia Posts: 297	Rip jj.

22 June 2011, 12:26 PM	#104
RandyGMT "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: USA Watch: GMT II & TT-YM Posts: 60	Rest In Peace JJ. My sympathy to his family. I got a nice email from JJ when I bought my new Yacht-Master. Will miss his post on the forum. He has made many friend's here in the midwest USA.

22 June 2011, 12:26 PM	#105
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	What can I say that already has not been said, JJ was a great man. I am proud to have known him and I will always cherish his friendship. He will be missed so much, TRF will never be the same. I just wish I had the opportunity to sit down with him and talk watches over a beer. RIP JJ my friend, you will never be forgotten. __________________ My grails:

22 June 2011, 12:30 PM	#106
Eric88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 88 keys Posts: 2,238	RIP JJ. I swapped a number of PMs with him getting into details of how the Sub-C sizing worked for my wrist, which was the same size as JJ's. I really enjoyed getting to know him on the forum and he will be missed.

22 June 2011, 12:31 PM	#107
Racer X "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Dave Location: Unknown Posts: 999	When I first started reading the forum and saw JJ's many posts all over the place I thought to myself "who is this guy with that goofy grin?" It wasn't long however before I came to realize what a great man JJ is. His bright, enthusiastic personality is something we all should aspire to. I am very saddened to hear of his passing and my condolences go out to his family whom he obviously loved very much. JJ, you will be missed!

22 June 2011, 12:34 PM	#108
sirjohnbrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Watch: 'chu lookin' at??? Posts: 964	I can't believe I'm mourning somebody I've never met. Rest in peace friend, welcome home. __________________ "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." Mark Twain "Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true." Homer Simpson SS Midsize DJ 68274 "L" TT Jubilee DJ 116233 "Z" Sea Dweller DS 116660 "V" SS White Dial Daytona "V"

22 June 2011, 12:35 PM	#109
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	We've lost a great guy....the show must go on but it will be different now....I am finding it hard to accept that he will not be posting anymore.....I spoke to JJ quite a few times by PM, what a man.....he even laughed at my jokes.......it's a very sad time for his family and all of us.....he has left a fantastic legacy of threads/posts here which will be there to read for all of us when we feel down in the mouth....there is so much in his posts that could cheer up the saddest person......he will truly be missed....rest in peace big fella __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

22 June 2011, 12:35 PM	#110
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,634	Rest in Peace JJ

22 June 2011, 12:37 PM	#111
CaveDiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,075	RIP. You’re now in a place not bound by time and more beautiful than any Rolex. Prayers with your family and friends

22 June 2011, 12:42 PM	#112
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	A warm and friendly man who's greetings were warmly expressed to all. He will be missed. A great legacy.

22 June 2011, 12:43 PM	#113
457689 Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hollywood Posts: 198	be at rest at last stranger.

22 June 2011, 12:44 PM	#114
mpkRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Boston USA Watch: BLRO Jubilee Posts: 1,776	I am in tears after a long time. Sad day. JJ you will be missed here. Condolences to your family. Rest in peace __________________ Rest in peace JJ! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...light=JJ+irani "Rolex is highly addictive. Please shop responsibly"

22 June 2011, 12:45 PM	#115
keschete "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Kaya Location: Louisiana Watch: 116500 Posts: 3,575	Missing you my friend and praying for your family!!!!! I also enjoyed being an exclusive member of the Tosserettes!!!! __________________ GMT II BLNR, Submariner, Submariner Serti, Datejust, Daytona C, TT Yacht Master, Hulk Submariner, Pepsi GMT II

22 June 2011, 12:45 PM	#116
docmarioce "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 476	Definitely a great loss for the Rolex community. JJ we will miss you. You left first but you are still among us. I can feel the love. RIP buddy. __________________ ______________________________________________ Rolex Sub 16610. The Classic! Omega Seamaster Chrono

22 June 2011, 12:45 PM	#117
STEELINOX 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,007	There's no heart like his. I remember when we were in the early planning stages of our NZ trip, he was looking forward to a gtg. We still plan to go and hope to meet Zemina and the Family... __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN 274

22 June 2011, 12:47 PM	#118
AJMarcus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 5,205	Many of us never met JJ yet we mourn his passing just the same. That says a lot for The Man aka Mr.Rolex. May you Rest in Peace.

22 June 2011, 12:48 PM	#119
mikecr50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: florida Posts: 32	Sometimes people refer to another as an "old soul". To me old soul is the highest honor of appreciation. I haven't had the honor of meeting J.J. In person but to me he's an old soul, always humorous,always helpful. Thanks J.J.! My sincerest condolences to J.J.'s family and friends.

22 June 2011, 12:48 PM	#120
Deldog "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Judd Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 36 and under Posts: 321	It takes one heck of a guy to inspire people from all corners of the Earth to shower him with love, praise and support. Rest in peace, JJ. You will be missed.

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