Allen A. Fannin

Almost a year...I still can't believe you are gone.
Miss you,

Today I attempted to contact Allen by phone, knowing that he would be able to answer my pressing question about some old yarn winding equipment. Upon learning of his recent death, I feel a sense of very great loss, only tempered by great thanksgiving that Allen Fannin wrote so well and so plentifully. My sincere sympathy is for his family and community.

I wish to extend my sympathies to the Fannin Family on their loss.
I was one of many weavers who exchanged emails with Allen and after a 'conversation' was greatly encouraged by Allen to continue my studies.
His book on my library shelf will be my ongoing guidance for my weaving future.
Respectfully, Susan

Condolences to Allen's family. Allen was a valuable mentor and we will miss his knowledge and generosity in sharing what he knew.

I knew Allen through the WeaveTech list and from taking two of his online classes. His contribution to the world of handweaving will continue to enrich us for many years to come.

My deepest sympathies for your loss. Allen will be missed more than he would have ever guessed.

I met Allen only once, at a spinning conference about 16 years ago, but have always treasured his perceptive and helpful comments about spinning technique and fiber handling. Many of us newer spinners were intimidated by his reputation, but were delighted when meeting him in person. The fiber community is fortunate to have his books as a lasting legacy. I am so sorry for the family's loss.

I only got to meet Allen through WeaveTech in the last year or so. We had a couple of lively exchanges and I was enriched by his amazing knowledge. I would have loved to have got to know him better. The weaving community worldwide has lost a veritable mine of information, and a great exponent and teacher of our textile heritage. My heartfelt condolences to you on your personal and family loss but may it comfort you to know that Allen lives on around the world in the hearts and teachings of...

Regards from the Netherlands. Without Allen Fannin's long-distance Textile ergonomics class, my life would have been poorer (no weaving, no computers(main income)). Thanks for every thing.

Allen Fannin's book is a mainstay in my weaving library. I always enjoyed his posts to both the weavers lists and weave tech. I had hoped to take on of his on-line programs one day.
I send my sympathies to your family at your loss. He will be missed by many.
Pamela