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I received this email from Gene Loftybeck, Rita's son. It is sad news.
"Hi Max,
Mom passed away over the weekend. I'm sorry I didn't call you or write you sooner, but we're having issues recovering the body.
Apparently, she died at the Sheraton in Columbus, where she was to talk about the life and legacy of Uncle Freddy. When she didn't show up to the venue, the organizers called the hotel and the manager found her in the room. The police are still investigating, as she apparently slipped on a half empty bottle of Jim Beam. This is highly unusual, as you know that Mom didn't drink.
Anyway, we'll be in mourning for a while, so all the Fivehouse projects are on hold for the time being. I can't wait to see you this weekend for golf and dinner.
Take Care
Gene
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Sad news indeed Max.
But I'm sure the Fivehouse legacy will continue.
Please pass on my sympathies to Gene and the rest of the family.
The strange thing is that the only golf that I can play is miniature golf. I hope he was just mistaken.
MaxB
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I heard the news through some old friends and sent a deli platter to the family. Not sure if they got it, but pass along my best to them, Max.
I went over to the house - they got the deli platter. They send the sincerest gratitude.
By the way, the golf was strange yesterday. I thought it was miniature golf, but Gene meant real golf on an 18-hole course. I was amazed at how much he enjoyed himself, for someone who was supposed to be in "mourning."
MaxB
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Hi Max!
Thank you for the flowers and for coming to the funeral. Mom's death was unexpected and we're still dealing with the aftermath. The Sheraton in downtown Columbus is harassing us for the rental car still being on the premise. Oddly enough, the rental car company is still insisting that mom return the car. I've spoken to everyone up the chain of command, including a divisional vice president, yet they insist that mom MUST return the car. I don't know how we're going to pull that off, since mom was cremated.
Anyway, I just wanted to say that everyone is in our thoughts and prayers. Now, we have to deal the matters of the estate, so that should be a bear to get through. Although, from what I know, Phil and I will be taking over the Alan Fivehouse franchise, and most likely all of the other properties that mom inherited from Uncle Freddie. We'll see.
Regards,
Gene
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MICHAEL LONSDALE on the death of RITA LOFTYBECK.
"...My dealings with her were few and far between, however she always did make sure that I was properly compensated in an efficient and timely manner. I am sure that she will be mourned..."
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Some words of comfort:
Alan: (Sarcastically smiling) If there is one lesson that your mother always instilled in me...(Pauses, while reaching for the hunk of cheese that is on the floor) Never underestimate the sensibilities of a cheese connoisseur - for all exceptional cheeses are never cut from the same mold..
If your're the only one in the room at the time, then I'd consider having some Lysol and Fabuloso handy.
MaxB
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Some words of comfort:
Alan: (Sarcastically smiling) If there is one lesson that your mother always instilled in me...(Pauses, while reaching for the hunk of cheese that is on the floor) Never underestimate the sensibilities of a cheese connoisseur - for all exceptional cheeses are never cut from the same mold..
If your're the only one in the room at the time, then I'd consider having some Lysol and Fabuloso handy.
MaxB
I have a Lysol "Special Reserve" for the times I doff my shoes and the room becomes redolent of corn chips...
I usually have one of those for my ass, after consumption of a large wendy's chilli with a baked potato.
But back to Alan Fivehouse.
MaxB
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FRED LOFTYBECK on THE DEATH OF ALAN FIVEHOUSE
"...It almost happened, but a number of factors - including Michael's demand for an increase after being told he would not be able to direct this one [film]- ended the film franchise dead in it's track. I couldn't sell it and Fox was done at that point.....We decided to give it a rest for a while....and then two years later we came out with THE FIVEHOUSE FIVE..."
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JAMES LIPTON on MICHAEL LONSDALE
"Michael has this proclivity for fierce intensity when playing the part of ALAN FIVEHOUSE...At times, it was difficult to discern the character from the actor...He truly was quintessential..."
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ALAN FIVEHOUSE DIALOGUE CLASSIC from WHO WEEPS FOR ALAN FIVEHOUSE?
"...Whence we all evolved from primates, Msr. Gugliermo. It is the nature of man to evolve - some of whom evolve less than others. It is this evolution that creates a distinct line between a finely crafted Gouda and a pungent Linberger..."
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JOHN SCOTT on scoring THE ALAN FIVEHOUSE MURDERS
"...The theme is basically an ostinato turned on itself, which is what I imagine Fred [Loftybeck] was thinking when he, uh, envisioned this film?...(Laughing)"
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Anz,
There will never be another Michael Lonsdale, much like there will never be another ALAN FIVEHOUSE. His performance - some have called it "oblivious confidence," which some have argued is a codeword for "arrogance" - clearly set the standard for the type of role that demanded his talents.
To think that we had to sit through nearly an hour of that awful MUNICH to see, whith great anticipation and excitement, our beloved Mchael Lonsdale and his screen presence, while cooking with Eric Bana. It was simply intoxicating! I couldn't put the bottle of Riesling down, that's how intoxicating he was!
MaxB
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Anz,
I got a copy of the FIVEHOUSE compilation album from SilverScreed Records. Paul Bateman and the City of Prague Philharmonic. Very nice recording, tightly miked. Doesn't sound like most of those "airy" sounding CTS Wembley early 80's Soundfield microphone quality recordings.
Bravo!
MaxB
P.S. Now, I'll have to find out from the Loftybeck brothers what's going on with the BROWN BOX, now that they have had their period of mourning.
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