Jack worked on theatrical projects of all sizes across the world including the Peace Center in Greenville, SC, the Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center in New York City, the Chicago Opera House, and the United States Naval Academy. He had a long-standing concern for safety and served on the Entertainment Technician Certification Program committee that developed rigging safety standards. One of his favourite trade show commitments was serving on the 'Stump the Rigger' panel, a lively forum of technical professionals seeking answers to the ever-increasing complexities and sophistication of theatrical productions.
Colleagues said: "We are lucky to meet some wonderful people in our industry, but Jack stands out uniquely. A wily guide in the 'dangling stuff' business who informed us with his wit and wisdom, Jack did business with dignity and charm. He was always helpful, always deeply concerned to share his experience, and always a truly wonderful friend. He was a great man of the theatre. Mostly, he was a great human being."
Memorial contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity, Inc, P.O. Box 626, Tryon, NC 28782, USA.
(Lee Baldock)Jack Suesse.
