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by Michael Gray 
Oct 23rd 2008 at 5:00PM
You may remember the story of Ezra Chatterton. He and his father played together in Azeroth, using the World of Warcraft to spend quality time with one another. Ezra had a brain tumor. Thanks to help from the Make-A-Wish foundation and Blizzard, Ezra was able to live out some of his dream of being a game developer. You can see his influence in the Merciless Gladiator's Crossbow of the Phoenix, which is finely crafted to ePhoenix's specification. Ezra was the rider for the first phoenix mount in game. But, only a few months ago, we heard the frightening news that Ezra had suffered a stroke.
Reader Sedna directed us to Ezra's web site for the saddening news. Ezra passed away on Monday, October 20th, at 10PM pacific time. We at WoW Insider would like to offer our sympathies to Ezra's family. Both they and Ezra are in our thoughts. His story was an inspiring one, and we will not forget ePhoenix.
(Edit: We are turning off comments for the evening. We thank everyone for their positive thoughts, and are happy to see so many warm feelings from the community for someone who deserves them.)Filed under: Fan stuff, News items
Reader Comments (Page 11 of 14)
alt255 Oct 23rd 2008 7:23PM
Ezra and his story has touched over 10,000,000 people weather they know it or not. My thoughts go out to his family, you raised a great kid. He might not be able to design games in this life but he can now help guide those who do. Wow will be forever changed because of Ezra. /salute
Harvok Oct 23rd 2008 8:26PM
/cry, really sad. my condolences for the family of this poor child. May your spirit live on in all of us epheonix
/salute
Harvok, Mok'nathal.
Taytayflan Oct 23rd 2008 7:24PM
I hope he had the chance to experience the Beta before passing.
Strength and Honor, brother.
Racoon Oct 23rd 2008 7:26PM
Rest in peace friend, You will always be remembered and respected both in game and real life. We will miss you :-)
wattles Oct 23rd 2008 7:28PM
Sometimes we have to go before we want to. I am happy you got to share with us all a part of you before you did.
Thank you for the contirbution to the game.
peace and happieness to you and your family
Perderedeus Oct 23rd 2008 7:29PM
Rest in peace, Ezra.
Ando Oct 23rd 2008 7:29PM
It's very sad.
May his soul rest in peace now.
May Ezra's memory be remembered always by all of us.
Bombshell Oct 23rd 2008 10:08PM
Im really sorry to hear this. Rest in pease Ezra.
Shumina Oct 23rd 2008 7:31PM
Kudos to the kid for reaching his dream. Some of us spend decade upon decade trying to do as much. Way to go, kid, you're an inspiration to us all.
And the note about "heavy moderation"...man all you did was tempt me to push buttons. And I've got about a dozen that spring to mind. We can be respectful without you having to hold our hand, thanks.
Bryant Oct 23rd 2008 7:51PM
strength and honor Ezra, may the Earth Mother watch over you
Wulfkin Oct 23rd 2008 7:36PM
Poor kid. I always liked the "can you help you find me my dog" quest. Rest in peace.
thebvp Oct 23rd 2008 7:37PM
Ezra's email was openly posted on his website (as is mine if you just click on my name), so I think this is appropriate.
and lol I work at a company called Marmot. =)
From: Micah Chatterton [mailto:ephoenix@earthlink.net]
Sent: Friday, August 22, 2008 9:17 AM
To: Bennett Anderson
Subject: Re: sending my support
Hello Bennett,
It is good to know that people still are supportive of me. Thank you. What color is your corgi?
Are you a dealer of marmots? Any other small rodents?
Sincerely,
Ezra
On Aug 22, 2008, at 9:01 AM, Bennett wrote:
Hi Ezra,
I’m sure you have received a ton of email, but I would just like to send my support. You’ve touched the lives of literally hundreds of thousands of people through world of warcraft and we’re all here for you.
Oh, I too, have a corgi! I hope he doesn’t eat too much or hate the vacuum cleaner!
Missy Oct 23rd 2008 7:45PM
I am wiping away tears as I write this, my husband told me all about Ezra and the things WoW worked out to make this little one's life a little brighter. He seemed to have much more of an impact on the world than he will ever know. May God comfort his family during this time of grief, and may they always know that even for someone like me who never had the privilege of meeting him I am deeply touched. God Bless.
Andy K Oct 23rd 2008 7:46PM
Ezra, rest in peace little dude. From all that I read you sounded like a great guy. I am happy that your influence on WoW will live on. May your family always remember the good times.
Saron Oct 26th 2008 12:39PM
I took my level 70 Blood Elf pallie back and did your quest today, just for you buddy.
Rest in Peace, Ezra
vak Oct 23rd 2008 7:51PM
Walk with the Earthmother, little brother. /salute
Auri Oct 23rd 2008 7:55PM
The Kender Mourning Song
Always before, the Spring returned.
The bright world in its cycle spun
In the air and flowers, frass and fern,
Assured and cradled by the sun.
Always before, you could explain
The turning darkness of the earth,
And how that dark embraced the rain,
And gave the ferns and flowers birth.
Already I forget those things,
And how a vein of gold survives
The mining of a thousand springs,
The season of a thousand lives.
Now winter is my memory,
Now autumn, now summer light -
So every spring from now will be
Another season into the night.
RIP Ezra :(
vak Oct 23rd 2008 7:57PM
From Spring Dawning, a very good call Auri! =]
Daelda Oct 23rd 2008 7:56PM
I lost my 11 year old sister to lieukemia in 1988. Make-A-Wish was unable to fulfill her wish before her death. I am glad that Ezra was lucky enough to see his wish fulfilled before he died. I know times are rough, but if you have a few extra dollars, send something to Make-A-Wish.
To the family and friends: My thoughts and prayers are with you. This is a very hard time for you, but I am sure that Ezra's angel light will be with you through the long darkness ahead.
MusedMoose Oct 23rd 2008 8:00PM
/salute
/play taps