Raku potter Jim Barbagallo from Rockford, IL, died this month. He is remembered for his kindness and generosity. See Teresa Dever's tribute here:
The loss of a wonderful artist
Jim Barbagallo sits in the top row, third from left, with several others involved in a 2012 Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful metals and electronics drive in Machesney Park.
Obituary and feature story here:
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