Chuck Bybee (AKS) - R.I.P.

[M.FREEZE]

I received this email this morning:

It is with great sadness I announce that my father, Chuck Bybee, the founder of AKS - Alpha Knife Supply, passed away unexpectedly at home January 2nd. Alpha Knife Supply is a family owned and operated business. Everyone in our family is an avid knife collector. We started the business in the late 90’s as a way to support my dad’s and my knife collecting habit. Now we have been in business for more than 25 years. We love being able to work together and enjoy working with knifemakers and other artisans. We are still in shock, but are leaning on each other and our strong faith during this difficult time. With the help of my husband Jon and my mom Brenda, we will continue to run and manage the business. We appreciate your patience and support as we start a new chapter in the life of our business. If you feel inclined, in lieu of flowers or other gifts, our family requests donations be made to the Chuck Bybee Memorial Education Fund on GoFundMe. Best Regards Jessica Walker

 

[navman]

Just saw that in my inbox. Jessica and Jon, and the rest of the Walker/Bybee family are in my thoughts.

 

[Blues]

Sad news. Chuck's been part of the knife community for a long time. R.I.P.

 

[navman]

I used to call him and talk alloys (especially exotics and high wear resistance) for hours at a time. Chuck was one the most genuine, knowledgeable people I ever had the pleasure of meeting/talking too.

 

[Taz]

Such sad news!! I am glad to see the family will be keeping the business going!

 

[The True North]

Shall buy some Timascus in Chuck's honour.

 

[knarfeng]

I am sorry to hear this. Condolences to the family.

 

[TheFactor]

My deepest Condolences and so sorry more then my words can express.

 

[Ivan Campos]

It seems too many good guys are leaving us these days.

 

[HPD]

I received this email this morning:

It is with great sadness I announce that my father, Chuck Bybee, the founder of AKS - Alpha Knife Supply, passed away unexpectedly at home January 2nd. Alpha Knife Supply is a family owned and operated business. Everyone in our family is an avid knife collector. We started the business in the late 90’s as a way to support my dad’s and my knife collecting habit. Now we have been in business for more than 25 years. We love being able to work together and enjoy working with knifemakers and other artisans. We are still in shock, but are leaning on each other and our strong faith during this difficult time. With the help of my husband Jon and my mom Brenda, we will continue to run and manage the business. We appreciate your patience and support as we start a new chapter in the life of our business. If you feel inclined, in lieu of flowers or other gifts, our family requests donations be made to the Chuck Bybee Memorial Education Fund on GoFundMe. Best Regards Jessica Walker

A reminder that every breath is a gift and to focus on things that matter. We are all one slip, one heartbeat, one moment away from death all of our lives.