Just heard about the loss of a colleague. From the Washington Post:

On Saturday, July 11, 2009. David “Pun” Rankin is survived by loving children Tim Rankin, Brad Rankin, Jessica Gutschmidt, Max Mayhew, Zach Rankin and Emily Rankin; grandson Tyler Gutschmidt; and sisters Jan Anderson and Dorla Adams. David proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. After graduating from Officers Candidate School, he served two tours in Vietnam, earning a Purple Heart and Bronze Star with clusters for his valor. Following his military service, David established a career in sales and management in the computer field at Honeywell and Wang Laboratories, as well as other companies.

Dave, you’ll be missed.