electronicsibley Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 That’s terrible. Kurt was a funny guy. I really enjoyed hearing his stories in the interviews I’ve listened to. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trebor Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 How absolutely horrific. I feel so bad for his family. His wife works at a hospital in NYC and they have a school age daughter. They just lost their pup of 15 years this past July and now they lost a father and husband. We lost a great pillar of the community. Rest In Peace, Curt. May his loved ones find peace and comfort during this difficult time. 15 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R_Leo_1 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Very saddened to hear this. I pray for his family and friends. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synthpopalooza Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Still in shock. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svenski Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 This is terrible news and my condolences to his loved ones, family and friends. Curt was extremely talented, a fellow pug-daddy, and he's going to leave a hole in this community that will be hard to fill. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atarian63 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 (edited) RIP Curt! Thank you for all that you did for everyone!Will miss my political and hummer H2 buddy! Edited August 31, 2020 by atarian63 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Karl G Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Very sad news indeed. I will keep his family in my thoughts. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rj1307 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Last year he sent us greetings on the Silly Venture Rest in Peace, Curt. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TailChao Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Another terrible loss in this incredibly awful year. RIP. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Defender_2600 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 This is horribly shocking, I'm speechless. This is a tremendous loss for the community. Curt, we will miss you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest In Peace. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eightbit Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Wow, I am shocked. Sending my condolences to Curt's family. RIP pal. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightSprinter Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Damn, this sucks big time. My most heartfelt condolences to the Vendels for their loss, and to this wonderful community as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixMoonPatrol Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I haven't been here in awhile,was taking a break from the forums but I just heard about this on Twitter. Depressed hearing this news. I've read his posts on this forum for years and it just seems crazy that he's now gone. This guy is gonna be missed. Life ain't fair sometimes and it makes you appreciate what you have around you. RIP Kurt. Strength to his friends and family tonight. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Stephen Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Terrible news. RIP Curt - you gave it one hell of a fight these past 8 years. My heart goes out to his wife and young child. I really hope all the work Curt did and everything he procured can be saved so folks in the future can not only learn from his work, but keep his spirit alive as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipj Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Wow... Just sad man... I couldn't believe it when I first heard the news... Condolences. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+batari Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 So shocking. The 7800 scene will not be the same without him. I was able to meet Curt at the last CGE in Vegas in around 2014. Great guy and he did awesome work. He will be missed! 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Atarius Maximus Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I’m so shocked. I don’t even know what to say. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phattyboombatty Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I also met Curt that year at CGE. He showed me the XM proto that he brought and we had a nice conversation. I’d been quietly waiting to see more, and I’m so very sorry to hear about his passing. Very shocked. My condolences. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Sauron Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I don't think many people here realise just how much Curt has done for this hobby in general over the years, and not just for the 7800 community. He had his hands in everything ranging from the 2600 to the 8-bit and ST computer series, and even the Jaguar. All of us here owe him a huge debt of gratitude for how much he contributed to the hobby. RIP Curt, you will be sorely missed. 12 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
128Kgames Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 Truly sad news, in a truly sad year. I've lost my father, my cousin her partner, and so many others have lost. I only ever dealt with Curt on the XM, but he was always courteous, responsive and willing to talk when he had the time. I hope if such a thing exists that Curt has found peace. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 Condolences to Mr. Vendel's family. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryH917 Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 Sorry to hear of his passing. May he RIP. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clint Thompson Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 I woke up this afternoon and the first thing I see were all of the posts about Curt and am still in shock. Just sitting here for hours this evening trying to keep it together, I don't know very many people who love the hobby and Atari as much as he did. His contributions and resourcefulness will continue to forever benefit the community. He's provided so much fascinating information over the years, including breakthrough assets for the Jaguar having released the encryption keys/source code,etc., but I know his true love was always for the 7800. It certainly shows with how much time and effort he passionately put into the XM! I'm terribly sorry to hear about his loss and feel deeply for his family, Curt was always very friendly to me and willing to try and help any chance he could. We were just exchanging e-mails Friday regarding Jaguar backup tapes and then just a few days later, he passes May you rest in peace my friend! ? 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
128Kgames Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 https://ruggieroandsonsfh.com/tribute/details/2607/Curtis-T-Vendel/obituary.html#tribute-start Mods if this is deemed inappropriate, please delete. I only wanted to give members the opportunity to pay their respects to Curt. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NostAlgae37 Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 And everyone was getting on the poor guy's case about the lack of updates on the XM... Well, now we know why. RIP to a giant in the Atari world, and probably the real world, too. I only spoke to the guy on a couple of occasions via messenger but he a seemed a very friendly and forthright guy. I'm sure that he will be missed in the community and my best wishes go out to his family. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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