Predrag Putic R.I.P.

[Francis Rodriguez]

Canadian Master Predrag Putic passed away this week in Toronto. A popular teacher,
and strong player, he taught for the Chess 'N Math Association, the Chess Academy
of Canada, Upper Canada College and a host of other institutions. He was an isolani in
many ways, but somehow, somewhere, had a soft spot and kept in touch - we shared a
meal earlier this month, he was complimentary and gracious, and for once, laughed a lot!
http://www3.webng.com/chessteacherno...ragputic01.jpg

Predrag had a number of programs going on in Toronto, and will be sorely missed by the
many children (and parents) who learnt so much from him. He ran an interesting website
that had everything about chess, and more - it was clear that he loved the game dearly:
http://www3.webng.com/chessteacherno1/#.U62k3pRdWSo

A celebration of his life will take place tomorrow, Saturday June 28th, at 11:30 am at Saints
Peter and Paul Church (1039 Dundas Street W, at Dundas and Neyagawa Blvd.), in Oakville.
http://goo.gl/xwu3DS

His mortal remains will I understand, be flown to his native Serbia.
"Life's too short for chess." (Henry J. Byron).
Predrag was only 50.

Gligoric awaits you Predrag, along with a host of others in the celestial kingdom of Caissa!
Do Videnja.

Francis

[Egidijus Zeromskis]

Re: Predrag Putic R.I.P.

RIP

I did not know him personally but met during chess classes. He left an impression of an energetic person and who talked louder than loudspeakers.

[Caesar Posylek]

Re: Predrag Putic R.I.P.

Rest In Peace, Predrag!

[Vlad Drkulec]

Re: Predrag Putic R.I.P.

Sorry to hear of his early passing.

[Francis Rodriguez]

Re: Predrag Putic R.I.P.

Quick driving directions from Sonja (who is organizing the service):
(yr GPS or Google Maps should give you pinpoint directions, but briefly...)
From the QEW, take Trafalgar to Dundas North, hang a left on Dundas,
and it's a couple of km. to the Sts. Peter & Paul Church - on the RH side,
as you pass Neyagawa, the Church is kinda hidden, in the 2nd driveway.....

[Francis Rodriguez]

Re: Predrag Putic R.I.P.

In response to the enquiries on Predrag's sudden demise -
He had been diagnosed and was treated a few years ago, for the same neural
affliction that felled Azerbaijani super-GM Vugar Gashimov in January this year.
Like Gashimov's it returned over time, and Predrag was hospitalised early this
week, but succumbed to it shortly thereafter. He fought it bravely with fortitude.