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Hi, my name is Sarah Rinzler, and I’m starting this fundraiser for my dad, Jonathan.

Most of you visiting this fundraising page likely already know my dad’s story, but I’ll provide background here for those who don’t: Jonathan visited his doctor last August because of abdominal pain and an increasingly diminished appetite. That same month, he was diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. He was given three to four months to live. Since then, he has soldiered through many rounds of chemotherapy but often had allergic reactions. As we reach the one-year mark from his diagnosis, there are no more treatment options available; Jonathan is making end-of-life plans.

I can’t imagine a time when the mundane, such as paying bills, would feel less important; regardless, part of the reality of battling prolonged illness is facing a challenging financial situation. My parents, sister, and I appreciate any financial support you can provide — and thank you all for everything you have already done to help our family.

With love,

Sarah

https://www.gofundme.com/f/h2qw7z-jonathans-medical-expenses?member=12531375&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer

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Good to see people helping Jonathan Rinzler out - seems they reached their goal quite quickly too.

 

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Remembering Jonathan Rinzler, bestselling author of ‘Star Wars’ books’:-

www.berkeleyside.org/2021/08/04/jonathan-rinzler-obituary-making-of-star-wars-indiana-jones-author

‘Jonathan Rinzler, who wrote under the name J.W. Rinzler, died peacefully on July 28 at his home in Albion after an 11-month battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 58.’

 

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oojason said:

Good to see people helping Jonathan Rinzler out - seems they reached their goal quite quickly too.
 

Agreed and by my estimates it only took three days. It’s really good to see such kindness and generosity. It’s truly sad though that he’s in the condition he’s in. He has always been very generous to me in the brief times we spoke on Facebook. I’m really looking forward to reading his book about Howard Kazanjian.

“Heroes come in all sizes, and you don’t have to be a giant hero. You can be a very small hero. It’s just as important to understand that accepting self-responsibility for the things you do, having good manners, caring about other people - these are heroic acts. Everybody has the choice of being a hero or not being a hero every day of their lives.” - George Lucas

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He passed away last week. 😦 RIP.

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I’m so sad to hear he died. I was going to pick up his Alien, and Aliens books a few weeks ago and then i read this news and was devastated beyond words.

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Rest in peace Mr. Rinzler

“Always in motion is the future” 🌌

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So sad to hear he’s passed on. May the Force be with him. Always.

“Heroes come in all sizes, and you don’t have to be a giant hero. You can be a very small hero. It’s just as important to understand that accepting self-responsibility for the things you do, having good manners, caring about other people - these are heroic acts. Everybody has the choice of being a hero or not being a hero every day of their lives.” - George Lucas

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Very sad news. I hope signal boosting on the OT twitter helped with the bills even if only a little bit.

Rinzler collaborated with Pixar director Lee Unkrich on a forthcoming book on the making of The Shining, so we have one more project to look forward to.

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I’ll be sure to pick up his final book. RIP Jonathan Rinzler. The Force will be with him always.

“Remember, the Force will be with you. Always.”

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SilverWook said:

Rinzler collaborated with Pixar director Lee Unkrich on a forthcoming book on the making of The Shining, so we have one more project to look forward to.

This one as well:

It’s notable for not just being a biography about Howard Kazanjian but how he finally had the chance to interview Marcia Lucas. He said she gives her thoughts on the Prequels. Needless to say I’m very curious.

“Heroes come in all sizes, and you don’t have to be a giant hero. You can be a very small hero. It’s just as important to understand that accepting self-responsibility for the things you do, having good manners, caring about other people - these are heroic acts. Everybody has the choice of being a hero or not being a hero every day of their lives.” - George Lucas