I just spoke with my good friend Grumbleguts, and he asked me to relay to you all that his father passed away a short time ago. He apparently slipped away peacefully at around 7:45 am local time.

Grumble has gone to be with his family now, but he expects to be back sometime later tonight.

He just wanted me to let the Pixies' family know what has happened and to tell you all how much your kind words and support have meant to him.

Grumble, our hearts are with you, and all the warm feelings and happy thoughts that we can send. I hope that the warmth and strength that the Pixies' family wishes for you can somehow make this difficult time a little less painful.

Sending you the most heart-felt of hugs, my friend...

---- sweetstuff

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