Gregory Twyman Obituary
Age 46 of North Versailles on Oct. 17, 2007; beloved husband of Marlene; also survived by his parents, Stanley and Marjorie (Parker) Twyman and his siblings, Susan, Diane, Pamela and David; also his nephews, Kurt and Logan Twyman. Visitation with the family on Sat. 4-9 pm TUNIE FUNERAL HOME, 218 East 11th Ave., Homestead. Service and interment private.
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65 Entries
Alexander Klein
September 15, 2008
Gummy, thank you for everything you shared with me. Your presence is greatly missed on the FSM board, and you'll never be forgotten. Thank you again.
Patty Uhrinak
November 26, 2007
My love and deepest sympathies to Greg's family. He is watching over you now.
Scott McIntyre
November 25, 2007
Farewell, Sir Gumdrops. Give my best to Jerry, Elmer, Michael Kamen, Rachael, Basil and so many others. Oh, and ask God what the deal is with everything down here.
This one is for you, my friend. Yuk yuk.
Kelly Sedinger
November 25, 2007
I honestly thought I'd signed this guestbook already, but clearly I haven't. Gregory's enthusiasm and attitude of camaraderie was always a perfect antidote to the often cynical types of exchanges that can happen amongst online aficionados of just about anything, film music or otherwise. Here was a guy who simply loved music, loved talking about it, loved sharing it, and who had little appetite for conflict over it. I'll miss that, and I hope to emulate him more over time in many regards. Yuk yuk, indeed!
And here's hoping his Steelers can put something other than a zero into the Patriots' loss column in a couple weeks!
-Jaquandor
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Martin Schemitsch
November 8, 2007
Half an hour ago it came to my attention that Gregory passed away. Weeks have gone by since I last took the time to read something delightfully funny written by Gregory in rec.music.movies, only now there will be no more of his witty remarks...
I didn't know him in person, but even though we only communicated by written word I at least have a couple of physical objects he must have touched that I will treasure and that will remind me of his humour!
Condolences to the family and Yuk Yuk to you, Gregory!
Greg Marlene and her Mom
November 2, 2007
November 2, 2007
Greg at Phat man Dee's Wedding Filming
November 2, 2007
Gumdrops smiling
November 2, 2007
Greg his friend Roy and his nephew Kurt
November 2, 2007
Greg and The Steelers He Loved
November 2, 2007
Nicolai Zwar
October 30, 2007
I just found out this very minute while skimming across rec.music.movies and still cannot believe it. I just can't. Gummy gone? I loved reading his posts and the e-mail contact we had. He was witty, smart, and blessed with an infatuating enthusiasm for the art of film music. Until just these very minutes that I am writing this I did not even know he was sick, since I had taken "some time off" from reading and posting on the Net. I am sad. Genuinely sad. My most sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. Gummy, I shall dearly miss you!
Jay Riley
October 30, 2007
To me Greg was a good friend in real life and a very kind and humorous person. He never failed to make me laugh. He always listened when I had problems and offered compassionate advice. Most of all he was intelligent, articulate and fun to be around. My sincere condolences to Marlene and Greg's family.
Razor
October 25, 2007
Goodbye Gummy. I miss you already.
Francis
October 25, 2007
Every film music fan loves his or her music, but few manage to share it the way Greg did. My sympathies to friends and family.
Calvin Rice
October 24, 2007
He was that rare being, a nice
person on the internet.
Charles Klaus
October 23, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.
William Stromberg
October 23, 2007
I wish I had known him better. He was a constant reminder that there are still good and decent people on this planet. I’ll miss the way he made me smile.
I LUV YOU ALL! YUK-YUK-YUK!!!
October 22, 2007
Michael McLennan
October 22, 2007
Farewell gumdrops. You are really missed. A man of both taste, tolerance and humour is hard to find, and you gave us all three. All the best in the next life - I hope we someday get a chance to meet.
I knew Gregory via the filmscoremonthly.com messageboard, and other message boards devoted to soundtracks. Sadly, you can only know a person so well via that kind of incidental interaction, but he always struck me as someone I'd like to know better.
Mary Diodati
October 22, 2007
Eckankar Memorial Services for Gregory at ECKANKAR Center
On Saturday, October 27, 11:00 a.m.
4290 Old Wm. Penn Highway
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Jo Hoette
October 22, 2007
Greg's humanity was great, I will miss it for the rest of my life.
Erik Woods
October 22, 2007
I only knew Gregory thru email and MSN chats but I don't think I will
EVER meet another person so enthusiastic about film music. So in his honor, I will be dedicated my next radio show to Gregory as I will feature music from of his favorite composers and scores on the program.
You will be missed my dear friend!
Yuk Yuk!
Michael Ruger
October 22, 2007
I didn't know in the real world, but only as a poster on FSM. He always made interesting points and had a great sense of humor. I wish him good fortune in his continuing journey and hope that we meet at the clearing at the end of the path. Fare Well.
Steve K (FSM board member)
October 22, 2007
Although I knew Gregory only online, he was always a welcome presence there - knowledgeable, enthusiastic and unfailingly good-natured. He will be sadly missed.
Gregory, may the music of the spheres now be the score for your travels between the multiverses.
And to the family & friends he has left behind, please accept my most sincere condolences.
Josh
October 21, 2007
I didn't know Greg personally, but his sense of humor (yuk! yuk!) and easy-going personality were infectious on the FSM message boards, and I'm sure he will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to his family and friends for this terrible loss.
Greg Bryant
October 21, 2007
From Sir Greg to Sir Gummy. Thanks for your friendship and your love of film music.
Dennis
October 21, 2007
Thanks Greg. Will miss you...
My deepest sympathies to friends and family.
Carol Andres
October 21, 2007
I was Greg's teacher many years ago when he attended Resurrection School in West MIfflin. I remember him well, as well as his sister Susan. Greg was a great kid, with a very mature sense of fairness. I knew he would be come a successful young man. I am deeply saddened by his passing. My sympathy goes out to all members of his family. Sincerely, Carol Andres(Minchoff)
Thor J. Haga
October 21, 2007
Hey grumdrops! As I said on the FSM board, I hope you're sitting up there with the other departed FSM members and enjoying a good poker game while laidback Mancini cocktail music swings in the background.
I'll miss your yuks, your good nature, your dedication and your cyber-smile. Thanks for the ride, Greg!
Simon Gomersall
October 21, 2007
I was saddened to hear of Greg's untimely death. My sincerest condolences to his family and all whom he loved.
Simon Gomersall
(FSM Messageboard Poster)
Alan Farrand
October 21, 2007
Seeing Greg/Gumdrops' picture has moved me so -- he looked totally
different than I had imagined . . . yet, I feel even closer to him now.
He would have probably been quite amused that we both have beards!
Athough we emailed each other numerous times over the past couple
years, we only spoke on the phone once, for over an hour and a half,
just a few days before he fell ill. By the end of our conversation,
during which we shared our passion for music, I felt I truly had a
friend -- a warm, interesting, humorous, giving, and honorable friend. What more could a person who loves music ask for? Gumdrops: You are greatly missed.
Alex Zambra
October 20, 2007
Thanks for the music Greg.
Tim Lines
October 20, 2007
Farewell Gummy, you will be missed.
So few of us into this weird music world of soundtrack loving that it always hurts to lose one of 'our own'.
My heartfelt condolences to all your personal friends and family, godspeed.
Tim
Charles Thaxton
October 20, 2007
Second star on the right...and straight on til morning,Greg You're a true TIME TRAVELER now, May you find the garden that the other TIME TRAVELERS arrived in
Charles
Laurie Mann
October 20, 2007
Greg was one of the most knowledgeable, amusing people I've ever met. I was sorry that we didn't see each other often when we moved back to Pittsburgh. My sympathies to his family.
Jim Lochner
October 20, 2007
For Sir Gumdrops who selflessly shared his music and his wit. May he forever be surrounded by the heavenly sounds of film music. Thank you for enriching my life with your generosity.
Randy Hoffman
October 20, 2007
I hadn't spoken to Greg in years, but he was a good friend, back in the day, and I'll not forget him. Condolences and empathy to his family from me and all his old buddies in PARSEC, the haven of science-fiction appreciation in Pittsburgh.
shureman
October 20, 2007
Deepest sympathy to the family..we will miss a man who truly appreciated music.....
Jon E. Szostak Sr.
October 20, 2007
Sir Gumdrops- As you listen...may the sounds of the Angels singing your favorite music cascade down over your Marlene. And please Yuk Yuk over us as well.
For me...the world has diminished somewhat.
Greg
October 20, 2007
Roy Stegner
October 20, 2007
Sir Gumdops...oh how I'll miss you. The long phone conversations will be a cherished memories. The "Gumdroppings" e-mails always put a smile on my face. It has been a privilege and an honor to be able to share with you. May you rest in peace, my friend.
Bregt
October 19, 2007
Thank you Gregory, for the music!
You have brought new colours here in my room.
We didn't knew each very long yet, but it was great knowing you and when I read what your friends say, there was so much more to hear from you.
You will be missed;
Thank you.
Armin Terzer
October 19, 2007
To Greg, one of the best men I've ever known. May he rest in peace and enjoy his music in eternity.
Joan Hue
October 19, 2007
Dear Greg/Gummy,
Thank you for your enduring passion for music, warm personality, and endearing friendship. So many of us who met you through the Internet really miss and value you. Love ya!
October 19, 2007
Best to family members in this difficult time. I knew Greg only as "Gumdrops" through his postings on the FSM board -- they were delightful to read, and although I never corresponded with him, I always learned something from what he contributed. Very best thoughts to all.
Castile
steven johnson
October 19, 2007
What a lovely soul. I shall miss your input as will all. Best, STEVENJ
Cindy Wolos
October 19, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Greg's family and friends. God speed dear Gummy, my good friend and fellow Steelers fan. You shall live in my heart forever.
Steve Daniel
October 19, 2007
Love Ya Man, I miss you Greg Sir Gumdrops.
Party On and Yuk Yuk Yuk. What you always liked to say.
Steven W.
October 19, 2007
Your pals from FSM will miss you. Condolences to Gregory's family during this difficult time.
Chris Robinson
October 19, 2007
Greg - Gummy - thank you for your friendship, generosity, humour and the never-ending music. You'll never be forgotten.
Donna Marie
October 19, 2007
Praying that you are enjoying your music without pain. You will be missed.
Anonymous
October 19, 2007
Rest well, Gumdrops. You were one of us. Your humor and passion for the art of film music we all care about will be missed.
Ron Pulliam
October 19, 2007
For his family, may you have peace in your lives.
For Gregory, may your journey be swift and your reward beyond measure.
Dav Lang
October 19, 2007
Sir G.
Thanks for the music and the boundless enthusiasm you always showed for it and your project. I hope somehow, in some way, you're yukking it up right now.
Later, bwana,
Sir Dav
Janet Ciangiarulo
October 19, 2007
To the Twyman Family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all for the loss of your loved one. Always know our prayers are with you all. ~ Janet, Tony, Kristen, & Emily Ciangiarulo
Niall Ahearne
October 19, 2007
Gumdrops, you were a true lover of film music and a true friend to many people on the FSM board. You will not be forgotten. May you and you dear family all find peace and may God Bless you all.
Niall.
Anthony De Marco
October 19, 2007
God Bless you
A friend from the FSM message board
Andrew Denning
October 19, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Gregory's family and friends. I didn't know him in "real life", but I knew him through our mutual love of film music. He was passionate and knowledgeable about the music, and often quite funny in his observations. He will be deeply missed. Though gone, he will live on in the memories of those whose lives he touched and, of course, he'll be alive in the music.
Daniel Westermayr
October 19, 2007
Dear Greg,
I only knew you for a few months, but I feel the world is poorer now that you've gone. Thank you so much for Vortex and all the Yuk Yuk's. I miss you.
Daniel
Philipp Muhs
October 19, 2007
Dear Gregory,
I only knew you virtual through FSM, but you always were a great chap to talk to. Now, you have taken onto the great beyond. It is way too early, buddy. Take care, we will not forget you. All the best to his family.
October 19, 2007
Your pals here at FSM will miss you. Best wishes to Gregory's family during this difficult time.
Steve (Zelig)
Steve Daniel
October 19, 2007
I love and miss Greg, he was a good friend.
Terry O'Reilly
October 19, 2007
Gummy, enjoy the eternal movie music concert you have transitioned to! We will always miss you.
Terry O'Reilly (Three-Eyed Freak of RMM)
Robert Guttke
October 19, 2007
Party On, Gregory, our Gumdrops... We will always remember you and the music will always be playing.
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