Remembering Marty Sklar

[Donaldfan1934]

Very saddened and frankly shocked by this news. I knew that he was in his 80's, but the man on stage a those D23 panels certainly did not look less than 2 weeks away from death. RIP Marty. The Disney parks wouldn't be what they are today without you.

 

[Sam Magic]

Completely shocked by this announcement. He seems to permanent and lasting in the Disney company's history. What a pleasure to have been able to appreciate his work and achievements in his lifetime. The man left a great legacy, great stories, and a lasting impact. I have just thanks for this man.

 

[Gitson Shiggles]

 

[Uncle Lupe]

Shocked to read this tonight. A true loss to the family, Disney community and beyond. Maybe someday I'll meet you in Neverland.

 

[Creathir]

Very sad news.

Marty, your accomplishments and creativity lived up to the dream and vision Walt had for his company.

We all benefited from the joy your imagination dreamt up.

Enjoy this next chapter in your life, you've earned it.

God bless.

 

[P_Radden]

RIP to one of the best and most influential Imagineers of all time. His legacy will live on.

 

[The Empress Lilly]

Oh no.


For all of his many accomplishments, his main one to me is his intense influence on EPCOT Center, which I once considered the greatest place on earth. A sad loss, more than just an abstract.

 

[IMFearless]

One of the true geniuses of the industry, who not only understood the art of themed entertainment, but actually defined it.

I hope his legacy lives on in Imagineering, particularly with regards to Parks & Resorts.

He will be very much missed by the fans.

 

[Kman101]

Aw man so sad. RIP Marty!

 

[elliot]

Sad news indeed. Who knows, with him and Walt together again, perhaps they'll be some sweet things waiting for us (well, most of us. OK maybe not me, but most of you. Some of you?)

 

[ToTBellHop]

One-of-a-kind.

 

[Bacon]

Give Walt a hug for me. Hope to see you in the afterlife Mr. Sklar

 

[PorterRedkey]

What a beautifully talented man. And a man who through his work on various projects, but specifically EPCOT Center, helped form a lot of my childhood dreams. I thank him for that.

I never met Mr. Sklar, but like so many of us, he has touched our lives in ways he will never know.

You had a hell of a life, Mr. Sklar! I bet Walt will be glad to see you again!

RIP

 

[Goofnut1980]

Thoughts and prayers with his family at this sad sad time

 

[KrazyKat]

Thank you Marty...

 

[celluloid]

Bob Gurr is still with us at 85.

As are X Atencio and Rolly Crump.

 

[Smiley/OCD]

Wow!! My DW told me this morning...I had to jump on...I had, along with my family, the opportunity to meet Marty twice at book signings for both of his books in Toms River, NJ (our home)...a GREAT guy!!! I had the chance to speak with him on those occasions, and we kinda formed a bond for several reasons...we're both Jersey guys, he grew up in Highland Park, and we had a special bond because I was born and raised in Maplewood, NJ, home of Olympic Park, where Prince Charming's Regal Carousel came from...(I rode it at a year old in Olympic Park) and he had a special affinity for that ride. He was approachable, his first love was his family, but he lived, breathed and died with the love of Disney. One of my favorite photos of him was Marty standing on the big yellow X where the castle was going to be built at WDW... a VERY sad day for EVERY Disney fan today, because whether or not you know it, Marty was one of THE most important imagineers responsible for getting WDW off the ground.

I'm deeply saddened by his passing, BUT just imagine the D23 meeting that must be going on between Marty and Walt right now!!!

In honor of him, I changed my avatar photo of our meeting at one of his book signings...Marty, I was glad to have had the opportunity to meet and speak with you, and you will always have a special place in not only mine, but my family's heart. You will NEVER know how much joy you helped give to soooo many people's hearts and lives.

Please say hello to Uncle Walt!!! RIP Marty... and I will have you , Leah and Lesley and the rest of your family in my thoughts and prayers...I hope we meet again someday, and I can't wait to (HOPEFULLY) check out the E-tickets up there!!!

 

[RSoxNo1]

Thanks Marty, say hi to Walt for us.

 

[999th Happy Haunt]

 

[rioriz]

Sad sad day in Burbank today