To the editor: The day earlier than Rob Reiner was erased from this aircraft of existence, I despatched him an electronic mail saying how humorous “Spinal Faucet II: The Finish Continues” was (“As information of Rob Reiner’s killing worsens, let’s keep in mind his legacy rooted in empathy,” Dec. 15). He responded instantly with a thanks. I believe he was happy {that a} rock ‘n’ curler was resonating together with his newest spoof on my occupation.
The wild nation singer, Kinky Friedman, stated in a track that “They ain’t makin’ Jews like Jesus anymore.” Reiner was a Jew — a Jew who brazenly admired Jesus’ teachings of kindness, love and generosity. The huge quantity of political work he did, method past his sensible filmmaking and appearing, was motivated by compassion. He cared a lot, he even “reached throughout the aisle” to attempt to discover frequent floor to alleviate the ache and struggling of the much less lucky.
The one salve for my disappointment over what occurred could be seeing folks come collectively in kindness over it. Reiner was a bringer of the sunshine. On this darkish time of 12 months, let’s honor him by shedding extra of it — rather more — on one another. That’s the true spirit of the vacations. Reward-giving is nice, however a lot sweeter is the reward of affection.
John Densmore, Los Angeles
This author was the drummer for The Doorways.
