Jesse L. of Bozeman, Montana, died February 24, 2000. Although noted in many fields, he is remembered in SA for his devotion to the SA fellowship.

With many years experience in Twelve Step programs, he took the first step on the road home the day he heard about SA. He spent the next 17+ sober years writing, speaking, sponsoring, and sharing the message in his own inimitable style. He had a gentle way of conveying the harshest truths in a way that made them easier to bear.

He dodged numerous opportunities to die younger from complicated health problems. He tackled each new day and the hardest projects with relish — even the final one, of learning how to die well.

He was speaking on the phone to a member from New Jersey when he died. Rest in peace, Jesse. We will miss you.