It was today. RIP my good friend.
A long time contributor to CNET help forums. I've been told he passed away a day or two ago. Here's his facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/tony.holmes.3150
RIP Tony, enjoyed your contributions over the years here on CNET.

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