Ted Linden, 1938 - 2009

"All of this from a man who was the son of a millwright, only in America."

I wondered, What exactly is a millwright? It's one of those older words that everyone once knew the definition of. Apparently, they set up and integrate heavy equipment in mills and factories:

http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos190.htm

http://www.guymturner.com/rigging-millwright/equipment-proje...

So it looks like they are skilled, blue collar, mechanical/industrial hackers. Greg Linden sees his father's programming proclivities in himself and his son; perhaps the tendency extended back to his grandfather, too.

My condolences. I too know how it feels to have lost my father. It will definitely be hard with ups and downs, but as you have already started to discover, he has done great things and have brought joy to many people. And for this, his life should be celebrated. I know that dark days have arrived, but after darkness, there is light. Stay strong and be with family and friends. Their support is priceless. I wish you the best.

Sorry for your lost Greg. Nice to share your story it’s inspiring.

we can only hope we might have a fraction of the positive impact he did.

If the article is any indication, you're off to a pretty good start. Even with all the cool stuff that he did, you and your sister are probably his greatest legacy.

My condolences. Thanks for sharing.