One of the most inspirational figures in chess for me and quite a few others was former US champion Larry Evans. I stepped away from the chess world completely for about 6 or 7 years focusing instead on my magician life. I had no idea Larry had died.
When I looked him up to send him another thank you for the advice he gave me 10 years ago I found out he passed in 2010. I have been in tears off and on for a few hours. Mr. Evans you will be missed sir.
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