Comments on: Star Trek Luminaries Remember Barrett Roddenberry [UPDATE 3]

By: Nate

Nate — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:08:31 +0000

I remember watching Majel as Number One all those many years ago and have watched her through her many incarnations as Nurse Chapel, Doctor Chapel, Lwaxana Troi and the ever present voice of the Enterprise computers.

Another light has vanished from the Star Trek universe, but the memories continue on in the movies, tv episodes, and the hearts of the fans.

Majel – our best to Gene. Enjoy the rest of the show, but know that you will
be missed.

By: J. M. Schneider

J. M. Schneider — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:59:45 +0000

My (then) wife and I were fortunate to spent a few unscripted hours with Majel at a hotel bar at a convention we were attending in Missouri some years ago. I was there on (Trek) business, doing my best to woo John DeLancie for a convention I was in the process of forming up in Chicago back in the early 1990’s. I’d met many of the original cast several times over the years, but this was my only encounter with her.

My strongest memory of her was that I found her to be truly genial and engaging, with strong, but well formed and *informed* opinions on countless topics, and not just those relating to Trek or the entertainment industry. And most of all, her unflagging love for Gene, who would leave us shortly thereafter.

I know our time with Majel was the highlight of our visit, and remains to this day, one of our most memorable times in the Trek community. Sadly, I wasn’t aware she’d been ill, nor with such an unforgiving illness. So I will rejoice with those who wish her the peace and joy of a life well spent, and celebrate with her loved ones in the knowledge that she and the love of her life are once again rejoined.

By: David Rex

David Rex — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:04:02 +0000

I was fortunate enough to meet Mrs. Roddenberry at a Trek convention a number of years ago, and she was lovely, warm and considerate. The complete antithesis of many of the self-absorbed and arrogant celebrities that get so much press coverage today.

I had just won an auction for original scripts for her first 2 TNG episodes, “Haven’ and “Manhunt”. Since she was the featured speaker, I thought it would be a nice touch to get the scripts autographed by her. I got in line and she agreed to autograph them. But before she was able to, a representative advised her not to, because counterfeit scripts were not uncommon and if she autographed a counterfeit, it would “legitimize” it. I explained that I had won the scripts at the auction held at that convention and that Eric Stillwell had provided them. She asked her representative to confirm that. Some stars would have just brushed me off, saying that they didn’t have time to deal with it. But Mrs. Roddenberry was the very soul of graciousness, chatting with me and the people in line behind me for the entire 5 minutes that it took for her rep to confirm. She did end up autographing the scripts, making them truly special mementos of TNG and her performances on that series.

The Trek universe has lost one of its brightest stars. So sad.

By: Captain Stark

Captain Stark — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 02:23:49 +0000

I met Mrs Roddenberry at a science fiction convention in Toronto, Canada, back in 1994. As I remember her, she was a warm, charasmatic woman with such a warm, beaming smile. She took time out of her autograph sessions to actually chat with the convention goers. She definitely earned her title of “First Lady of Star Trek.”

While my thoughts and prayers go out to the Roddenberry family, in this time of sadness it’s important to remember that now she’s back with Gene where she belongs.

By: Gino

Gino — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 04:22:46 +0000

I shall miss Majel–i met her many times through the conventions and was a sweet kind lady. Always had kind words and always time for one more autograph or one more picture with the fans. I was shocked and saddened by her passing. Her memories will live on. I remember fondly meeting her at my first convention, i was merely a kid. I was awestruck. Will never forget it. ( oh that and her lil son at the time always trying to run around with the fans..lol)

By: MrRegular

MrRegular — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:32:29 +0000

Dark Page is indeed one of Majel’s finest moments. I saw Majel at a Trek convention in Omaha at about the time the TNG episode originally aired.
I had no idea what to expect; when she came on stage she immediately radiated a presence and warmth mixed with a great wit. Majel connected directly to the fans and audience and was unforgettable.
Marina’s comments mirror much of my feelings in the aftermath of Majel’s passing. Devastation–just last year I lost a parent and this year two other elder family members are descending into the abyss of dementia. Majel’s loss is another sad loss in a difficult last few years.
Majel Barrett Roddenberry will be deeply missed.

By: CardassiaPrimera

CardassiaPrimera — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:44:05 +0000

Today no is o good day, an not is a good months, and no its a good year.

By: Desilumania

Desilumania — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:44:17 +0000

The photo of the flowers on the Captain’s chair in San Diego brought a tear to my eye. Thank you, thank you…

By: Nora Jean Gatine

Nora Jean Gatine — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 09:28:48 +0000

If there was one character that created a sense of continuity through the Trek franchise it was Majel Roddenberry. No matter what was going on she’d show up as some character or the voice of the computer. I loved her as Lwaxana Troi because she gave a lot of women an example of how to be strong, sensual, fun loving, intense, insightful, as well as compassionate. I don’t doubt that, like all actors, she pulled from her own personality those traits we saw on the screen.

There are not many people who have touched so many, for so long, and only left good feelings in their wake. Marjel Roddenberry was one of those people

My sincere condolences to the family and to the fans who adopted her as family. I feel I lost someone I was related to because after 40 years of being delighted to see her I do feel she was part a large part of my life.

By: Brett Campbell

Brett Campbell — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 04:56:27 +0000

130 – Good points; well-articulated. Glad TOS’s strong women characters and others served as such positive role models for you. I’m sure you do Mrs. Roddenberry proud!