He'll always be my favorite "what if."
Gave me his forever within the numbered days,
and I hear his voice every day.
294~
K~
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I am not quite certain why I am even posting this response. Maybe I just need to just let out what is trapped in my heart even though there is nobody there to hear or read this. I found a photograph the other day. It took me back some thirty one years ago. Yes, 31 years, SHEESH. It brought back fond memories. The photo itself, had nothing to do with Tim. The subject matter was a very rare picture of me. Taken in the early 90's, I am sitting on an old Roycroft chair smoking a cigarette. Tim would have laughed at this one especially if he knew who owned the chair (BJ). Which, in turn tugged at my curiosity. In turn, after all these years, I looked Tim up. I knew, with every fiber in my being, that if I picked up the telephone to call Tim, it would be nothing short of exhilarating. I felt my heart ache so when I read the news of his passing. All of the joy and anticipation was lost in an instant. His memory stuck in my head all day. His effervescence, his voice and laughter, his intensity when he focused on ANYTHING, his appreciation of life and lust for learning. After 31 years, these remain fresh in my mind and heart. This is how I shall always remember him, with a tear and a smile.
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<3 Arthur and Keith, please come over. <3 I miss you guys. <3
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kkatsikas ... Redemption is a miraculous thing. |
Tim and I were very close friends for many years. We had fallen apart in recent years and i only just heard of his passing today. We were no longer friends but the news brought back memories of all the great times we shared. I feel horrible for his wife, Krissy, and I pray for her and for the future of the business they built together. Tim was a true character. A truly memorable person who left his mark on everything he came in contact with. He was always innovative and entrepreneurial. He was extremely ambitious and didn’t quit. While we definitely disagreed on some things, and we were not friends in the end, the news of his passing still stung me at the core. I, admittedly, did not know the Tim Mrock who passed—after all, people can and often do change a great deal in a decade. What I can say is this, the Tim Mrock who was my best friend 25 years ago, I loved dearly. He will be greatly missed.
Rest In Peace, my old friend.
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Very sorry for your loss. I followed and commented on PPT products with some scepticism yet keeping an open mind to these new technologies. Looking forward to trying something someday. |
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+2 Greg
Although nobody can take Tim's place, Krissy is really doing an exemplary job and under the most difficult circumstances. He was a wonderful advocate of the audio community and a great guy too! Krissy is also an extremely nice person to deal with just as Tim was I wish her the best and will be thinking about her this holiday season.🛷😄.
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Let’s not forget to show Krissy Mrock some love over the next couple of weeks. This is going to be one tough time, going through the holidays without her husband.
Best to you all!
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Deeply saddened to hear the news of Tim's passing.
I am a happy UK customer of PPT. I spoke to Tim twice, he was a jolly gentleman and on both occasions. The service was truly professional with my order discussed, a deal struck and dispatched as soon as the payment settled. After sales support there too and all this whilst battling cancer and running a business. What a remarkable man. Rest in peace Tim, peace and love to his friends and family.
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I have been away from audition for a while because of some family issues. I decided to check out the forums and I say this post. I am truly shocked and saddened by the news of Tims passing. I considered Tim a friend even though I never met him in person. I am a shy person and it is hard for me to get to know people but talking with Tim on the phone was always easy. We would talk about music and out Michigan connection. He was so passionate about his products and about music and life in general. My condolences to Krissy, Tim will be greatly missed, Kent |
This is Sad news indeed! Rest in Peace TIM! |
My eyes no longer see him, my hands no longer hold him....but he'll be in our hearts forever. <3 Many thanks to you for all for your support. <3 Love, Krissy Mrock
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My condolences to Krissy and Tim's family. He was such a nice man when we spoke. His ingenuity was above 95% of all audio engineers. His products live on in my system as in many others. Hopefully, more audiophiles/music lovers will get to know his products. To leave a legacy is the best method to being remembered. He has made an indelible impression on his friends and customers.
RIP, Tim |
Krissy,
I just got the news about Tim’s passing. Like others have said before, I too am saddened. My condolences go out to you and his loved ones. I spoke to Tim four times. Each time he was very passionate about his products but most of all, he was always gracious and eager to answer any questions I had. He never once complained about his physical condition. He will be missed by many. His legacy will live on in all our systems large and small.
When able, I will continue purchasing these outstanding products.
Rest In Peace Tim,
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@mrs_ppt - so sorry to hear as well. I ordered my first PPT order to try some things on October 25 and was shocked to hear the news.
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Sorry to hear. Appreciate the passion and dedication for the love of music. |
I'm shocked to read that Tim has passed away. I only talked to him a few times but I truly appreciate his passion for and his contributions to this hobby. My condolences Krissy. |
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Dr. Gaw, he loved you to pieces. One of our first and favorite customers. <3 Please come visit anytime. I’ve kept his room exactly as he left it.
<3 Love, Krissy |
what a loss. I've known Tim as a friend and fellow audiophile for several years. He ppt'd my entire house for a review, and we became close. under his somewhat tough veneer he was a true gentleman who in some way came up with discoveries that far outshone many products developed by far more learned men. Where he got the ideas only God now knows. Krissy, please carry on his great work.
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OMG I just heard the news.
I’ve known Tim for many, many years, he actually “painted/tinned” my entire
electrical panel many years ago. I’ve been to his place several times and his
music loft was a sanctuary. Tim was passionate in everything he did from
building and painting and flying his HUGE model airplanes to helping others
with anything that was asked.
Remember that the body is
but an outer covering for the soul. The reality is that the soul never dies,
but just changes form. So, we know that in some way, Tim will always be there
around us playing his music in the heavens above. You will always be remembered
my friend. Condolences to you Krissy and all Tim’s family.
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^^^ Excellent, Keith ... positively excellent. |
I feel blessed to have known Tim. With his zest for life, passion for his craft and our personal connection, he profoundly changed my life in ways beyond merely enhancing my audiophile rig.
It's been said, "Music gives soul to the universe. Wings to the mind. Flight to the imagination. And life to everything!"
Rest in peace, my "brother."
Keith
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RIP Tim Mrock, and to his family and friends, my deepest condolences. I just found this thread after mention in another. Please take comfort in knowing that his legacy lives on as I enjoy the music. I know going forward that, when my system plays "mind games" with me as it now often does, I’ll fondly remember that Tim had a hand in that! |
My condolences Krissy, may God's grace be with you to help you heal. |
So sorry to see this just now. I talked with Tim once and he was very helpful and kind.
Krissy, I wish you strength and peace. You certainly had Tim's back - y'all were fortunate to have found each other. |
Tim was a friend. The products he developed have greatly increased my enjoyment of music. Above that, though, my interactions with him, by phone, text, and in person, were a source of joy and inspiration that I will miss very much.
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I just came to know about this. I am so sorry for your loss Krissy.
RIP Tim. My sincere condolences! I have and will continue to enjoy all the PPT products.
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There are two moments I'll never forget. The first time I looked into his eyes, and the last time I saw his face. <3 His legacy will live on.
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RIP to Tim. I didn't care for his products, but he was passionate for his craft. |
condolences and a prayer for peace and grace in this difficult time
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With the meteoric rise of PPT, and the recent frequent introduction of new outstanding innovative products, Tim having been critically ill feels unbelievable to me.
My condolences to his family, and also as well for our entire audio community. |
This is quite a shock!! I spoke with him twice on the phone and he was gracious with his time both times. Was looking forward to more conversations.
So sorry for your loss Krissy. I suspect his products and his ideas are going to make him remembered for a long time. |
He loved you all. He taught me a lot about PPT and how his products work, and I was by his side from the initial patent (2004!) until the end. His passion and zest for life are sorely missed. Stay tuned, fellas, more things to come. <3 Krissy
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"Fly with the angels my love" is lovely, Krissy. Thank you for sharing your heartfelt sentiment and so sorry for your loss.
Michael |
I'm so sorry to read the news, my most sincere condolences to Krissy, family members, and friends. Tim will be missed...
Namaste'
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Very sorry to hear that. He was a gentleman in his dealings here and gave me some very useful advice on a problem I had. My sincere condolences to Krissy. |
My sincere condolences to Krissy and family. Tim’s product were by far the best accessories I ever own.
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Krissy, I could feel your tremendous love for Tim whenever I read your posts involving him. Your shared passion for the Lord, audio and innovation helped build what I discerned as a strong and emotionally intimate marriage. I am so sorry for your loss Krissy.
I have no doubt you will carry on your shared passion for these innovative products as your oneness makes it absolutely irresistible.
Tim’s motivation and drive was rooted in a genuine desire to help others through his fruitful mind. My conversations with him made it clear he was not doing this for just himself, but rather looked at it like a ministry and calling.
My heart and prayers go out to you.
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So good to hear from those who got to know Tim. I know he was devoted to his customers and to making them happy with his products. Whenever I wrote or called, he always remembered past details. Hearing more about him here, I wish I had called more often.
Tim once said to me he intended to turn the field of signal enhancing upside down, and I believe he has done that. I hope we can all support Krissy and PPT in furthering Tim's legacy.
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I am stunned. Although Tim and I exchanged only a few emails I gleaned that he was a gentleman and genuine. A man to be missed.
Adrian
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HE WILL BE MAKING STEREO BETTER AT THE NEXT LEVEL
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Tim and I have had many long conversations on the phone. Many times over an hour. I feel like I lost a brother. Nobody I've ever known has had a heart like Tim. His passion was audio and the Lord. Many times Tim gave thanks for the divine inspiration he received which is known as the PPT Total Contact. Going miss you buddy.
Mike Girardi
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I promised Frank I wouldn't freak out when the comments got rough. :)
What is carcinogenic? The 40 years of cigarette smoking (he quit 8 months back), the years of ham, bacon, ice cream and whatever else he wanted. (He hated my organic food.) The stress of starting a new company in a tough industry....well, they all add up.
The products are safe and non toxic.
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Sorry to hear of your loss, Krissy. I didn’t have the pleasure to know Tim but he sounds like a great guy, and a wise man.
God bless. |
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