I was saddened to learn of Mr Dorogi's death.  I always found it curious that he, L. Allen Smith, and the founder of Stewart-McDonald had Athens OH connections.  

I saw that yesterday.   Another one of the good ones has passed...

There is some sad news from New York.  Legendary luthier Dennis Dorogi, 82, passed away Tuesday night at his home in Brocton.  Here is a link to the funeral home in charge of the family arrangements:

http://themorsefuneralhome.com/obituaries/