Dave Watson was brilliant and humble, hilarious and incisive. In his final days, he demonstrated more courage and grace than anyone could have imagined. The Straight's beloved Dot Comment columnist recently died of cancer, but he'll never be forgotten.

Dungeons & Dragons may have once been considered for nerds, but since its beginnings in the 1970s, it has survived and thrived. It has spawned imitations, spin-offs, a TV cartoon, merchandise, books, video games, movies inspired by or making reference to the game, and propelled the whole role-playing industry.

The city lost one of its more popular journalists on Friday.

April 17, 1914–November 12, 2007

With great sadness, the family of Wanda Stepien announces the passing, at home, of a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. For more than three years, Wanda fought a courageous battle against a devastating neurological disorder. During that time, her indomitable spirit never surrendered.

The staff of the Georgia Straight extend our deepest condolences to the family of Sydney Rothery, who died recently after a courageous battle with cancer. Sydney (seen here with her husband, Colin) was a beloved former retail sales manager who played a major role in the growth and success of the Georgia Straight. She was a warm, compassionate, loving colleague whose charisma and character will never be forgotten. She attracted many talented staff members to the Georgia Straight.

I never met Bruce Serafin, who died last Wednesday, according to Vancouver critic, writer, and bookseller Christopher Brayshaw. (A celebration of his life will be held on June 17.)