The news of Michael's passing was received with great sorrow at the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum in Hannibal. Our deepest sympathies go out to Ann, his family and his many friends. Everyone who knew Michael came away glad to have met him. He was always willing to add good insight to issues and offer positive encouragement. This is a rare commodity and much appreciated. Our world is indeed poorer not to have Michael's voice. The Mark Twain Museum Staff -----Original Message----- From: Mark Twain Forum [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Mark Woodhouse Sent: Sunday, May 08, 2011 7:48 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Michael Kiskis With great sorrow we announce that Michael J. Kiskis passed away today, Mother's Day, in Binghamton, New York after suffering heart failure. He died surrounded by his caring and devoted wife Ann, friends and family members. He was beloved and he was one of those rare individuals who knew how much he was loved and he loved in return. Those of us who were among his friends recognized that he was and will always be our greatest gift. As Twain said we are thunder struck by his loss. As plans are made for a memorial celebration of his life, information will be shared. Ann Ryan, Laura Skandera Trombley and Mark Woodhouse -- Mark Woodhouse Head of Technical Services College and Mark Twain Archivist Elmira College One Park Place Elmira NY 14901 607 735 1869