It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away. This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod... [https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod...] Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely, Jeff [92cf0f99-7cbc-4e04-ba07-2bffd5ba8f4f]
Thank you, Jeff, for relaying this news, as terrible as it is. My personal memory of Rubens is that of a very knowledgeable and gentle soul, who always contributed constructively to discussions in SubPro and SubPro IRT. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. Kind regards, Justine On Tue, 4 Nov 2025 at 05:24, Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT < subpro-irt@icann.org> wrote:
It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away.
This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod...
Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT.
May his memory be a blessing.
Sincerely,
Jeff
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I am sad to hear this news. Rubens made many positive contributions to ICANN, including to this IRT. May his memory be a blessing to his friends and family. Alan Barrett On Tue, 04 Nov 2025, 06:16 Justine Chew via SubPro-IRT, < subpro-irt@icann.org> wrote:
Thank you, Jeff, for relaying this news, as terrible as it is.
My personal memory of Rubens is that of a very knowledgeable and gentle soul, who always contributed constructively to discussions in SubPro and SubPro IRT. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.
Kind regards, Justine
On Tue, 4 Nov 2025 at 05:24, Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT < subpro-irt@icann.org> wrote:
It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away.
This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod...
Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT.
May his memory be a blessing.
Sincerely,
Jeff
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What a terrible news! The Community has lost a prominent member. Rubens was a fellow GNSO councilor for two years, he was a great contributor to the group, as well as to many others. Always to the point, constructive and respectful of others. And very funny too, with a dry sense of humour. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Philippe From: Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> Sent: Monday, November 3, 2025 10:24 PM To: subpro-irt@icann.org Subject: [SubPro-IRT] Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away. This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod... Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely, Jeff [cid:image001.png@01DC4D72.1357E490] ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Ce message et ses pieces jointes peuvent contenir des informations confidentielles ou privilegiees et ne doivent donc pas etre diffuses, exploites ou copies sans autorisation. Si vous avez recu ce message par erreur, veuillez le signaler a l'expediteur et le detruire ainsi que les pieces jointes. Les messages electroniques etant susceptibles d'alteration, Orange decline toute responsabilite si ce message a ete altere, deforme ou falsifie. Merci. This message and its attachments may contain confidential or privileged information that may be protected by law; they should not be distributed, used or copied without authorisation. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender and delete this message and its attachments. As emails may be altered, Orange is not liable for messages that have been modified, changed or falsified. Thank you.
Extremely sad news. Rubens' gentle and calm voice conveyed messages with strength and passion. I’ll miss his cheeky grin and witty comments. We’ve sadly lost another dedicated friend and colleague, and much too soon. Rest in peace, Rubens. Martin Martin Sutton Co-Founder, TLDz martin@tldz.com +44 (0)7774 556680 Tldz.com<http://tldz.com> On 4 Nov 2025, at 09:34, philippe.fouquart--- via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> wrote: What a terrible news! The Community has lost a prominent member. Rubens was a fellow GNSO councilor for two years, he was a great contributor to the group, as well as to many others. Always to the point, constructive and respectful of others. And very funny too, with a dry sense of humour. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Philippe From: Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org<mailto:subpro-irt@icann.org>> Sent: Monday, November 3, 2025 10:24 PM To: subpro-irt@icann.org<mailto:subpro-irt@icann.org> Subject: [SubPro-IRT] Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away. This was just put out by Nic.br<http://nic.br/>: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod... Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely, Jeff <image001.png> ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Ce message et ses pieces jointes peuvent contenir des informations confidentielles ou privilegiees et ne doivent donc pas etre diffuses, exploites ou copies sans autorisation. Si vous avez recu ce message par erreur, veuillez le signaler a l'expediteur et le detruire ainsi que les pieces jointes. Les messages electroniques etant susceptibles d'alteration, Orange decline toute responsabilite si ce message a ete altere, deforme ou falsifie. Merci. This message and its attachments may contain confidential or privileged information that may be protected by law; they should not be distributed, used or copied without authorisation. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender and delete this message and its attachments. As emails may be altered, Orange is not liable for messages that have been modified, changed or falsified. Thank you. _______________________________________________ SubPro-IRT mailing list -- subpro-irt@icann.org<mailto:subpro-irt@icann.org> To unsubscribe send an email to subpro-irt-leave@icann.org<mailto:subpro-irt-leave@icann.org> _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos). You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.
Thank you, Jeff. We are deeply saddened by this news. Rubens was on our most recent IRT call and, as always, provided thoughtful and constructive input - it feels impossible to think that he has passed away. The ICANN multistakeholder model relies on the dedication of its community, and Rubens has been a leading figure for many years, in this IRT, across numerous PDPs, and through his work on the GNSO Council and the RySG. His expertise and commitment have left a lasting mark and he will be greatly missed. ICANN’s AGB and IRT support staff team From: Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> Reply to: Jeff Neuman <jeff@jjnsolutions.com> Date: Monday, 3 November 2025 at 22:24 To: "subpro-irt@icann.org" <subpro-irt@icann.org> Subject: [SubPro-IRT] Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away. This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod... [nic.br]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-r...> Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely, Jeff [cid:image001.png@01DC4D95.794F0580]
Hello all, Adding to Lars’ comments and the condolences offered by IRT members, we also wanted to acknowledge Rubens’ invaluable contributions to the ASP and RSP sub tracks. He was a champion for both programs and demonstrated a deep understanding of the subject matter. His input to and advocacy for both programs left a mark, and we’re immensely grateful for his participation. A gente vai sentir falta dele, que ele descanse em paz. - The ASP and RSP teams P.S. for those who didn’t know I am back from maternity leave to support ASP as we wrap up the final month. Kind Regards, Samantha Mancia New gTLD Program Manager Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Office Telephone: +1 310 301 5800 www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org> From: Lars Hoffmann via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> Reply-To: Lars Hoffmann <lars.hoffmann@icann.org> Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 5:15 AM To: Jeff Neuman <jeff@jjnsolutions.com>, "subpro-irt@icann.org" <subpro-irt@icann.org> Subject: [SubPro-IRT] Re: Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence Thank you, Jeff. We are deeply saddened by this news. Rubens was on our most recent IRT call and, as always, provided thoughtful and constructive input - it feels impossible to think that he has passed away. The ICANN multistakeholder model relies on the dedication of its community, and Rubens has been a leading figure for many years, in this IRT, across numerous PDPs, and through his work on the GNSO Council and the RySG. His expertise and commitment have left a lasting mark and he will be greatly missed. ICANN’s AGB and IRT support staff team From: Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> Reply to: Jeff Neuman <jeff@jjnsolutions.com> Date: Monday, 3 November 2025 at 22:24 To: "subpro-irt@icann.org" <subpro-irt@icann.org> Subject: [SubPro-IRT] Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away. This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod... [nic.br]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-r...> Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely, Jeff [cid:image001.png@01DC4D7E.9D0D12D0]
I am stunned and so very sad to hear this news. Rubens was a quiet force and approached each issue with logic and balance. I could count on him to be the backstop on issues beyond my expertise. I felt if I got it wrong, Rubens would gently correct and all would be ok. So tragic to loose such a talented and wonderful person. Elaine From: Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> Reply-To: Jeff Neuman <jeff@jjnsolutions.com> Date: Monday, November 3, 2025 at 1:24 PM To: "subpro-irt@icann.org" <subpro-irt@icann.org> Subject: [EXTERNAL] [SubPro-IRT] Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence Caution: This email originated from outside the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away. This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod... Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely, Jeff
Let's also not forget Ruben's tireless effort to bring RSP / ASP / new gTLD programs to the Global South ! -- Ching On Tue, Nov 4, 2025 at 10:14 AM Pruis, Elaine via SubPro-IRT < subpro-irt@icann.org> wrote:
I am stunned and so very sad to hear this news. Rubens was a quiet force and approached each issue with logic and balance. I could count on him to be the backstop on issues beyond my expertise. I felt if I got it wrong, Rubens would gently correct and all would be ok. So tragic to loose such a talented and wonderful person.
Elaine
*From: *Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> *Reply-To: *Jeff Neuman <jeff@jjnsolutions.com> *Date: *Monday, November 3, 2025 at 1:24 PM *To: *"subpro-irt@icann.org" <subpro-irt@icann.org> *Subject: *[EXTERNAL] [SubPro-IRT] Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence
*Caution:* This email originated from outside the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away.
This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod... <https://secure-web.cisco.com/1Jvw9zj6gmxKd9b2i39CeXEZIS5vTxCVUAHW1f_qbpvxmnY...>
Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT.
May his memory be a blessing.
Sincerely,
Jeff
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I am stunned and saddened as well. Ruebens was always very generous in sharing his knowledge and patient in explaining complex topics. John From: Pruis, Elaine via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 7:14 AM To: jeff@jjnsolutions.com <jeff@jjnsolutions.com>, subpro-irt@icann.org <subpro-irt@icann.org> Subject: [SubPro-IRT] Re: Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence I am stunned and so very sad to hear this news. Rubens was a quiet force and approached each issue with logic and balance. I could count on him to be the backstop on issues beyond my expertise. I felt if I got it wrong, Rubens would gently correct and all would be ok. So tragic to loose such a talented and wonderful person. Elaine From: Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> Reply-To: Jeff Neuman <jeff@jjnsolutions.com> Date: Monday, November 3, 2025 at 1:24 PM To: "subpro-irt@icann.org" <subpro-irt@icann.org> Subject: [EXTERNAL] [SubPro-IRT] Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence Caution: This email originated from outside the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away. This was just put out by Nic.br: https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-product-marketing-manager/<https://secure-web.cisco.com/1Jvw9zj6gmxKd9b2i39CeXEZIS5vTxCVUAHW1f_qbpvxmnYp491_2elFTeRjEJeyEPQ2KLS_3hoV2QMOhDtMGfwAyx4_Ar9mvy9XZxV92D9-E8mk4w15nfvAI08RqbpXJz3GJDsmcqsd8hrw85vxFJFcuhMGyW_KA1OZTlAEp39MaMMfewtHhg6PF6mcVqJaHtokO2wdaj2koEewqSWkRJ91EO7uEe-Jl5H4PTynBU0ZMcI5ObDjIsgsMhsF4QlKdEWN5qEoSLKAkfEzT7TIq0I6ObcWFAT-Av13_PsqPv3k/https%3A%2F%2Fnic.br%2Fnoticia%2Fnotas%2Fnote-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-product-marketing-manager%2F> Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely, Jeff [cid:image001.png@01DC4D5A.A464FF30]
Oh no!!! This is terrible news. He has always been an absolute pleasure to work with and a true fount of knowledge and practical experience, having served with him in SubPro, this IRT and the GNSO Council his input and steady influence into our discussion, especially in the technical and practical aspects of the DNS industry has been in my view pivotal. May he rest in peace. He will be sorely missed, and it is a tragedy that his family, have been denied longer with his love, care and guidance; they have my heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy. Jeff, thank you for letting us know. Vale Rubens Kuhl, you live on in our memories, and in what your deeds have left behind. <https://about.me/cheryl.LangdonOrr?promo=email_sig&utm_source=product&utm_me...> Cheryl Langdon-Orr about.me/cheryl.LangdonOrr <https://about.me/cheryl.LangdonOrr?promo=email_sig&utm_source=product&utm_me...> On Wed, 5 Nov 2025, 03:07 John Matson via SubPro-IRT, <subpro-irt@icann.org> wrote:
I am stunned and saddened as well. Ruebens was always very generous in sharing his knowledge and patient in explaining complex topics.
John
*From: *Pruis, Elaine via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> *Date: *Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 7:14 AM *To: *jeff@jjnsolutions.com <jeff@jjnsolutions.com>, subpro-irt@icann.org <subpro-irt@icann.org> *Subject: *[SubPro-IRT] Re: Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence
I am stunned and so very sad to hear this news. Rubens was a quiet force and approached each issue with logic and balance. I could count on him to be the backstop on issues beyond my expertise. I felt if I got it wrong, Rubens would gently correct and all would be ok. So tragic to loose such a talented and wonderful person.
Elaine
*From: *Jeff Neuman via SubPro-IRT <subpro-irt@icann.org> *Reply-To: *Jeff Neuman <jeff@jjnsolutions.com> *Date: *Monday, November 3, 2025 at 1:24 PM *To: *"subpro-irt@icann.org" <subpro-irt@icann.org> *Subject: *[EXTERNAL] [SubPro-IRT] Rubens Kuhl - Not of Condolence
*Caution:* This email originated from outside the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
It pains me to have to send this to the group, but for those of you that have not heard, fellow IRT member, RySG member, colleague, friend and father (ages 3 and 11), Rubens Kuhl passed away.
This was just put out by Nic.br: *https://nic.br/noticia/notas/note-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-prod... <https://secure-web.cisco.com/1Jvw9zj6gmxKd9b2i39CeXEZIS5vTxCVUAHW1f_qbpvxmnYp491_2elFTeRjEJeyEPQ2KLS_3hoV2QMOhDtMGfwAyx4_Ar9mvy9XZxV92D9-E8mk4w15nfvAI08RqbpXJz3GJDsmcqsd8hrw85vxFJFcuhMGyW_KA1OZTlAEp39MaMMfewtHhg6PF6mcVqJaHtokO2wdaj2koEewqSWkRJ91EO7uEe-Jl5H4PTynBU0ZMcI5ObDjIsgsMhsF4QlKdEWN5qEoSLKAkfEzT7TIq0I6ObcWFAT-Av13_PsqPv3k/https%3A%2F%2Fnic.br%2Fnoticia%2Fnotas%2Fnote-of-condolence-rubens-kuhl-registro-br-product-marketing-manager%2F>*
Its not often I am at a loss for words, but all I can say is the Rubens was incredibly instrumental in the SubPro Working Group and in this IRT.
May his memory be a blessing.
Sincerely,
Jeff
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Ching Chiao -
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Martin Sutton -
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Pruis, Elaine -
Samantha Mancia