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Chris Livingston
Andrew Scott, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Gregg Riess, Photographer
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Overland Park | KS | USA | Posted: 10:24 PM on 11.09.09 |
->> I didn't know Chris, but I'm a cyclist. It's getting harder to feel safe as we try to share the road. In this case...it sounds like he was on a rails-to-trails trail away from traffic. Sorry to hear about this:
"A 36-year-old Ocoee man was killed this morning while riding his bicycle on the West Orange Trail. Chris Livingston, a husband and father of a 2-year-old boy, was hit by a car while riding on the trail near Cleaveland Road, according to Apopka police. Livingston, a local photographer, was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center where he died. Livingston was southbound on the bike trail when he was hit by a woman driving eastbound on Cleaveland Road, said police spokesman Officer Steve Popp. " |
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Mike Carlson, Photographer
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Bayonet Point | FL | USA | Posted: 10:31 PM on 11.09.09 |
->> When I first moved to Florida he was one of the first photographers that I encountered and he helped me find my way around here. We shared several rides up to Gainesville, and he was always genuine whenever our paths crossed in the years since.
I know from the phone calls flying around down here this afternoon that he will be missed by his photography family, though most of our thoughts are with his wife and young son who turns two tomorrow.
The outpouring of sincere emotion on his Facebook page today attests to the fact that he was a good photographer but, more importantly, an even better man, husband and father. |
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Preston Mack, Photographer
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Orlando | FL | USA | Posted: 10:43 PM on 11.09.09 |
| ->> Chris was a great photographer and the nicest person you could ever hope to meet. |
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Todd Kirkland, Photographer
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Dallas (Atlanta) | GA | USA | Posted: 10:55 PM on 11.09.09 |
| ->> Terrible news. |
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Matt May, Photographer
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Tampa | FL | USA | Posted: 11:00 PM on 11.09.09 |
| ->> Very sad day. Chris was one the good guys. He was always so helpful and kind to all the people around him. |
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Christian Fuchs, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Washington | DC | USA | Posted: 11:18 PM on 11.09.09 |
| ->> Chris was a talented photographer, a kind and thoughtful colleague and an all-around good guy. |
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David Manning, Photographer
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Athens | GA | | Posted: 11:32 PM on 11.09.09 |
| ->> Good guy. Good friend. |
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Robert Seale, Photographer
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Houston | TX | USA | Posted: 1:00 AM on 11.10.09 |
->> This is horrible news. Chris and I worked together on a couple of shoots, and I used to enjoy seeing him at football games around Florida.
If you guys in Orlando could please keep us up to date on arrangements for his service or memorial funds, we would appreciate it.
My thoughts and deep condolences to his wife and young child. |
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Michael C. Weimar, Photographer
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St. Petersburg | FL | USA | Posted: 2:28 AM on 11.10.09 |
| ->> Wow. I really don't know what to say. I've known Chris for years. He was always a positive light in the workroom and on the field. He always seemed to view everything as an opportunity, no matter how grim. As a cyclist as well, this hits home twice as hard. We really lost as Matt said "one of the good guys". Cheers my friend, we'll keep an eye on your family and see ya on the other side. |
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Alex Menendez, Photographer
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Orlando | FL | USA | Posted: 9:00 AM on 11.10.09 |
->> I froze when I heard the news yesterday, a loss for words is about all I can say.
Chris always had a smile on his face, even in stressful situations and he was one to always take the time to say hello, even if he didn't know you.
I hope that his family can get through this hard time and know that everyone here will keep them in our prayers.
I still can't get over this news...he will be truly missed. |
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Gray Quetti, Photographer
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Jacksonville | Fl | USA | Posted: 9:36 AM on 11.10.09 |
| ->> As much as I shoot in Orlando I never got to shoot with Chris but all my Orlando friends have talked about him many times and knew I would meet him soon. This is just terrible news and I feel for his family and the Orlando shooters that were so close to him. His family and friends will be in our prayers. |
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Margaret Bowles, Photographer
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Houston | TX | | Posted: 10:08 AM on 11.10.09 |
| ->> This just breaks my heart although I never met Chris. Almost every week, I hear about a cyclist killed by a motorist--probably someone texting or talking on the phone while they drive. I've ridden the West Orange Trail many times myself thinking I was safe on an off-road paved trail. It must have happened at a crossing. How very sad for his young family. |
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Mark Lepow, Photographer
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Winter Garden | FL | USA | Posted: 10:20 AM on 11.10.09 |
->> Chris, my friend, colleague and peer, I tip my Tilley to you.
Like Alex said, no matter the situation Chris always had a smile, and ALWAYS came back with a shot that either no one had thought of, or if they had already tried to shoot it, he created a shot that made them go wow. |
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Sean D. Elliot, Photographer, Photo Editor
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Brian Blanco, Photographer
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Tampa / Sarasota | FL | USA | Posted: 12:43 PM on 11.10.09 |
| ->> I'm already missing his Facebook posts and can't stop thinking about his wife Cathy and their son, who turns 2 years-old today. The industry (and his friends here in FL) lost one of friendliest shooters I've met and his family lost a dedicated husband and a man who was absolutely thrilled to be a dad. |
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Rich Pilling, Photographer
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New York | NY | U.S.A. | Posted: 12:50 PM on 11.10.09 |
->> Although I did not know Chris, I want to pass along my thoughts and deep condolences to his wife and young child.
As a fellow cyclist, this frightens me. I will now give serious thought to putting my bike on the car rack and driving to our bike trails when I ride, rather than riding on the local streets to get there. |
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Frankie Creel, Photographer
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Boiling Springs | SC | United States | Posted: 2:01 PM on 11.10.09 |
| ->> Wow....I am floored. I just talked to chris less than a month ago. I bought a lens from him and he was a very stand-up gentleman. There need to be more like him.....My condolences to his family. |
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Shelly Castellano, Photographer
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Huntington Beach | CA | USA | Posted: 2:20 PM on 11.10.09 |
| ->> Oh No! This is awful news.. Chris worked for me on a job in Orlando a few years ago and was an amazing photographer and very nice person. So sad... my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. RIP Chris. |
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David Manning, Photographer
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Athens | GA | | Posted: 2:41 PM on 11.10.09 |
->> I'm just distracted today thinking about all the shoots i did with him.
.... like the time we photographed that pitcher who told us what he was going to do. Or assisting on that wedding. Or hauling all that stuff in Vegas. Or him never letting me forget that i backed into that taxi in Key West. Or what i said to that state trooper.
Somehow i found his voice telling me what to do during my portrait shoot today. |
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David Manning, Photographer
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Athens | GA | | Posted: 7:02 PM on 11.10.09 |
->> From Chris' facebook.....
"Viewing at Woodlawn Memorial Park on 11/12 @ 6-9 pm.
Service @ St. Pauls Presbyterian in Ocoee on 11/13 @ 10 am.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations for Benjamin's college fund." |
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Aaron Suozzi, Photographer
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Fort Wayne | IN | USA | Posted: 7:23 PM on 11.10.09 |
| ->> I worked with Chris in Leesburg in the late 90's. He was the staffer and I was an intern. He was a great shooter and a nice guy. This is a sad day for the industry and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and son. |
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Donald Miralle, Photographer
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Carlsbad | CA | USA | Posted: 1:47 AM on 11.11.09 |
| ->> I was just thinking a couple weeks ago about the laughs we had this past February when he helped me with a handful of events during Super Bowl week. Talking about our sons who are about the same age and how to fit in triathlon training in between family time and work. Chris was a wonderful person with a great sense on humor. He will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time. |
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Reinhold Matay, Photographer
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Orlando | Fl | USA | Posted: 2:52 AM on 11.11.09 |
| ->> Chris and I shared a laugh and talked while covering the Orlando downtown shooting just days before the accident. You knew that he was going to turn out images equal to his talent. Chris sat next to me on the floor at the Orlando magic games and just knowing he was there turning out images made me challenge myself to work harder. His work was first rate, I will miss him! |
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Armando Solares, Photographer
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Englewood | FL | USA | Posted: 3:25 AM on 11.11.09 |
| ->> My condolences to Chris and his family. He will be missed. |
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Chris OMeara, Photographer
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Tampa | FL | USA | Posted: 7:35 PM on 11.11.09 |
| ->> Chris was one of the nicer photographers I've had the pleasure of working along side. He always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. |
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Mike Carlson, Photographer
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Bayonet Point | FL | USA | Posted: 7:56 PM on 11.11.09 |
->> The Tampa Tribune has posted an article about Chris:
http://www2.tbo.com/content/2009/nov/11/tampa-born-photographer-found-succe.../
And on his Facebook page his father wrote a very touching tribute, with his recollection of some of Chris's words that help describe the type of man that so many people are remembering..."when I turned 16 and my friends were getting cars, my dad gave me his 35mm camera and 2 lens. That camera took me to more places than any car would have." |
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Chip Litherland, Photographer
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Sarasota | FL | USA | Posted: 9:09 PM on 11.11.09 |
->> Our paths crossed so many times down here in Florida, so sad to hear....many heartfelt condolences to his little boy and wife.
From the Tribune article: "In lieu of flowers, Livingston's family is requesting donations for Benjamin's education."
Does anyone know if an account has been setup at a local bank or online yet to make those donations?
Chip |
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Brian Blanco, Photographer
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Tampa / Sarasota | FL | USA | Posted: 9:21 PM on 11.11.09 |
| ->> Chip I'm pretty sure Robert Hudson and Gary Bogdon have that info if you want to contact them directly. |
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Matthew Hinton, Photographer, Assistant
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New Orleans | LA | USA | Posted: 1:07 AM on 11.12.09 |
| ->> Chris also worked in Pittsburgh for a time and I met him when I was an intern there many years ago. It's a shame. |
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Michael Fischer, Photographer
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Spencer | Ia | USA | Posted: 7:02 AM on 11.12.09 |
->> No matter how old I get, hearing about this type of thing never gets easier. I never met Chris; but reading the posts here makes me wish I had.
Each day is a gift. We sometimes take them for granted. Be safe. Don't forget to hug the ones you love and tell them that you love them.
God bless Chris. My condolences to his wife and son. |
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Jamey Price, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Charlotte | NC | USA | Posted: 8:10 AM on 11.12.09 |
| ->> So sad. I am a cyclist and triathlete myself, though never had the privilege to meet Chris. Apparently we share the same athletic passions though. My thoughts are certainly with his wife and son. |
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Greg Foster, Photographer
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Atlanta | GA | | Posted: 8:31 AM on 11.12.09 |
| ->> Gary Bogdon asks in his special feature message to never forget Chris Livingston. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but after reading what Gary wrote, I won't forget him...thoughts and prayers to his young family. |
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Michael Clark, Photographer
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Santa Fe | NM | USA | Posted: 10:34 AM on 11.12.09 |
| ->> As someone who trains on a road bike three to four times a week and has been hit by a car and was lucky to live through that accident my heart goes out to his family. My condolences... |
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Layne Murdoch, Photographer
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Flower Mound | TX | USA | Posted: 11:58 AM on 11.12.09 |
| ->> This is just very, very sad. My heart and prayers go out to Catherine, Benjamin and all of Chris Livingston's family and friends. |
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Mark Smith, Photographer
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Elk City | OK | USA | Posted: 12:18 PM on 11.12.09 |
->> Very sad news.
Sounds like he was a great person.
If anyone knows of or finds a memorial fund, please post the info. |
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Corey Perrine, Photographer
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Hudson | NH | USA | Posted: 1:02 PM on 11.12.09 |
->> I talked with the Tampa Tribune reporter Todd Leskanic and he said the family has nothing established officially. I think with the support we're seeing it should be established soon.
Please if anyone catches wind of it first please let everyone know.
My heartfelt condolences to the Livingston family. |
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Brian Blanco, Photographer
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Tampa / Sarasota | FL | USA | Posted: 1:07 PM on 11.12.09 |
->> As per Chris' good friend Robert Hudson:
"Anyone who wishes to donate to the college fund for Chris Livingston's son Benjamin can send them made out to Catherine Livingston. Please note in the memo that it's for Benjamin's College Fund."
The address is:
Catherine Livingston
PO Box 1026
Ocoee, FL 34761 |
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Al Santos, Photographer
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Silver Spring | MD | USA | Posted: 1:13 PM on 11.12.09 |
| ->> My sincere condolence to Chris's family and friends. Very sad news to lose someone who is so young and talented. Please post info on a memorial fund. Perhaps we can all pull together and start a college fund for little Benjamin. |
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Gary Bogdon, Photographer
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Orlando | FL | USA | Posted: 1:17 PM on 11.12.09 |
->> Anyone who wishes to donate to the college fund for Chris Livingston's son Benjamin can send them made out to Catherine Livingston. Please note in the memo that it's for Benjamin's College Fund. The address is: Catherine Livingston PO Box 1026 Ocoee, FL 34761 Thank you all so much during this difficult time.
Family and Friends of Chris Livingston |
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Patrick Murphy-Racey, Photographer
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Powell | TN | USA | Posted: 10:07 PM on 11.12.09 |
| ->> bummer, drag. Chris was a great guy, a good shooter that always had a fresh eye, and had a wonderful reputation among all his peers. I will miss seeing him on my new less frequent trips to Florida assignments. Will someone please post an address where we can send a few bucks for that cute kid????? pm-r |
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Andrew Kornylak, Photographer
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Atlanta | GA | USA | Posted: 10:52 PM on 11.12.09 |
| ->> Very sad news - just tragic, but I hope his family can have peace in the thought that he died doing something that he loved, and that he lived a joyous, creative life - and from the sound of it, was a good person who was loved by a lot of people. My thoughts and condolences go out to his family. Be careful out there, folks. |
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