I talked to donna lee last night and she's still really upset even to talk about what happened. What she told me was that they didnt know how long they will be shut down for and that they might just pack it in. But I wished her and don all the best with their crisis from my self and the forum. She said to tell all of you thank you for the support.

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Yes, Don and Donna-Lee are definitely going through some difficult times at the moment. They've taken down the website too. If people do have something reserved in their name they should be able to contact Donna-Lee for instructions on when they can come over and pick up their stuff. Other than that, they would rather concentrate on Don's health at this time, which is very understandable.

The tanks, I've been told, are doing fine, since the maintenance is so well automated. They have halted all shipments from their suppliers, at least for the short-term. I know they are both apologetic for the inconvenience and the sudden shutdown but I can not blame them one bit.

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i have some things on hold down their how would i get a hold of them.
i realy dont want to bug them.

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Hi everyone.
I had the chance to talk with Donna-Lee this evening. I'm not quite sure how to put this the right way but... I was informed tonight that Don (CoralHunter) has passed away.

Donna-Lee and her children appreciate all the gestures of support from Canreef members, and would like to remind everyone who had reserved any items from Don's tanks that their items are doing well; Donna-Lee will be contacting you some time after New Year's to arrange a date and time for pick-up or shipping. The family does appreciate your patience and understanding at this sad time.

I would like to offer my deep condolances to the family at this tragic event. I had the good fortune of meeting Don the first time I went to his home in the summer; he was full of energy and so passionate about what he loved. Incredibly friendly and such a perfectionist. He was quite looking forward to opening a shop at some point so he could pursue his love of reef-keeping and coral fully. I kind of felt sad taking the items I had bought from him because I knew they were his 'babies', so I promised him I would take good care of them. And now he's gone and I can't quite believe it.

Much too young to leave us, Don will be missed by all of us who had a chance to know him.

I am in complete shock :eek: Don was in great shape when I saw him last. just meeting him for the first time I could tell he was a great guy. He will definatly be missed.

Oh that is so sad - I had no idea that he was that ill. Please pass on my condolences to Donna lee for me. I spoke to both of them on the phone and such friendly and helpful people..

I'm so sorry for her loss.

He was a great guy, and he will definatly be very missed.

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Well put.... I never had a chance to meet Don but send my condolences as well

I never met Don either but heard a lot of great things about him.
Please add my condolences as well..