Peace website. They help people in the developing world make low-cost
ceramic water filters. The guy that ran the whole thing, Ron Rivera,
traveled around the world helping set up these filter workshops was kind
of a friend of mine. We had corresponded via email sporadically about
water filtration appropriate tech and we had brunch at Denny's inFt
Lauderdale earlier this year before I headed out to Swaziland. We were
going to meet up in Maputo, Moçambique but the timing was off.
Anyways, I visited the Potters for Peace website today and discovered
that Ron had passed away in September. While setting up a workshop in
Nigeria, he got hit by malaria and it caused a heart attack. Its such a
shame. I didnt know Ron that well but he was a great guy; it was obvious
within the first 5 minutes of chatting with him. He was very helpful,
encouraging, and had a positive attitude. I have a feeling he followed
his heart and lived a full life. He also has probably saved many many
lives all around the world. I think theres not much more one could ask for.
Ron Rivera left the world a better place for sure. Peace to you, Ron!
Check out his work : http://www.pottersforpeace.org/
