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Doug Bourn
Brian Finn
Andrew Ingram
Tesla employees Doug Bourn, Brian Finn and Andrew Ingram died in yesterday’s plane crash in East Palo Alto. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with their families. Tesla is a small, tightly-knit company and this is a tragic loss for us.
Doug Bourn, 56, was a senior electrical engineer and a five-year employee of the company. He was deeply involved in many aspects of the Roadster program and was generous with his time, serving as a mentor and friend to many of us. He loved to fly and was a flight instructor.
Brian Finn, 42, was a senior interactive electronics manager with Tesla since July of 2008. He brought overriding optimism and a pioneering spirit to the team developing the groundbreaking infotainment screen and user interface for the Model S. Brian was devoted to using technology to bring the car and its driver together.
Andrew Ingram, 31, was an electrical engineer with Tesla for two and a half years. He was passionate about electronics and exquisite audio systems, and was eager to lend a hand wherever it was needed, from marketing to manufacturing.
Doug, Brian, and Andrew were valued members of the Tesla family. They worked on something they believed in, and they are already missed.
There’s no human explanation for such a tragedy. The project that they were involved really really worth it happen, so for those who believes in the Life after life, I’m sure they will keep tracking the Tesla project, they will be in the heart of their friends and they will take care of their families from their new “Lab”. May they rest in peace.
It has been a true pleasure to work with Tesla and its team, and we are truely sad to hear their loss. Our condolences go to their families and all the Tesla employees.
So sorry to hear about the tragic loss to the Tesla family and each of their individual families. I consider myself a Tesla family member and feel a sense of loss. RIP
They were great engineers and great people, truly sorry for the loss.
Three great guys lost from the Tesla family. Brian and Andy – it was a pleasure. Doug – sunrise over Mammoth from 15,000ft – thanks for the memories. You will be missed.
Thanks for being such great humans and setting such good example for those of us still here.
We’ll make you proud!
See you on the other side, guys!
I will never forget your smiling faces and the warmth you showed me daily when we were colleagues. It is a rarity to work with such bright, caring people — my treasured friends.
Your mark is left and will not be forgotten.
All of us at the EVA/DC want to extend our condolences to the families and friends of the three Tesla employees who passed away so tragically yesterday. Our thoughts are with you all.
Brian was my former boss. I had not seen him in over a year. This past Monday, while I was coming back from lunch and stopped at a traffic light I heard his familiar voice call over to me. I was surprised to see that it was Brian in the car next to me. After a brief chat the light turned green and we parted ways, never would I have thought that would be the last time I would see or talk to him. That day and the few moments at the traffic light are forever etched into my mind. Brian you will be missed and kept in our prayers.
I have no connection to Tesla, but am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys during this trying time.
My prayers and deepest sympathy for Doug, Brian and Andrew and their families!! I know everyone at Tesla is feeling a great loss and emptiness. Time heals all sorrow!!
My deepest regards!
Michael Moya
I’m so sorry for the loss of these great men who contributed to the betterment of man through electric mobility. My condolences to their family.
Doug was a good friend of mine since our time together taking engineering courses at Stanford U. He was a great guy and an excellent engineer. It breaks my heart to hear of his passing.
It turns out Brian was my third cousin, and I’m truely sorry I never met him. My condolences to his mother, father, and especially his grandmother and all the hardships that the rest of the family is going through.
I also work with a small, tight-knit group of people…Though I can’t adequately sympathize with what the Tesla family (and the families of Doug, Brian and Andrew) are feeling, I can imagine….
Yes, I’ll say a prayer for you all. This story touches many….including some of us on the far side of the country.
~Dan (New England)
I read this horrible accident on a news site.(I live in Hungary, and I’m a Hungarian) As I read your comments, they were very good people and very good workers for everybody who they worked with. It’s a very good, and very rare thing in my country when coleauges respect deeply each others like this case, and you can’t imagine the everydays without him/her.I belive in alternative fuel technologies and if a developer or as I read a pioneer dies, it’ a hard loss for the people and for the whole world, beacuse there is only one future, one world . Everybody who worked with this guys must be proud for them. I really so sorry everyone of them and they family too. I can’t say it in english, so i say it in hungarian: Nyugodjanak békében, a család pedig fogadja őszinte részvétemet.
My condolensces.
I’ve wanted a Tesla for years, but am not financiallly able to purchase one, and I tell people about your product whenever possible. I find it curious that this happened just as Nissan began advertising their car. This is not an ad for them, because I think their electric car is a joke. Almost a smear campaign for electric cars. And I hope this was purely an accident and not some type of sabotage/agenda by some spooky corporation dedicated to the preservation of oil companies.
I worked with Andrew at his previous job before he went to work at Tesla Motors. We would often talk about alternative energy and its importance for the future of this planet. I remember the day he came to my cube and told me that he had just been offered the job at Tesla. He was absolutely thrilled to go work for such an important company. I’m sure Tesla meant a lot to each of them.
I offer my condolences to your company as well as their family and friends in this tough time. May their dreams for Tesla and the future of alternative energy come true.
In response to David, all of these people were dear to someone, to insinuate that this accident was avoidable is hurtful and wrong. If you really want to offer condolences then comfort those who lost someone, but don’t make up a conspiracy theory, unless of course you have proof.
I am very, very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with their family members and friends.
I only had the pleasure of meeting Andrew on the phone and as a vendor for Tesla. Words can not fill the void their familes and the Tesla family feel at this time. I can only say this, May all those affected by their passing know that your loss is felt by many. Pls know that time will help your healing. Also know that the best way to honor their memory is by the continuation of their dreams in the endeavor of alternative enegy in the field of transportation. May the success of Tesla be fueled by the memory of these 3 men and the knowledge that they lived and worked for a dream of a better way for humankind to go from place to place.
My sympathy to everyone from the company and the families and friends of those involved. We clearly lost some talented individuals.
We’ve also had a condolences thread running since the news broke, here: http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/tesla-motors/3799-three-tesla-employees-die-plane-crash.html
I can’t belive this! Doug Born was such a pioneer who’s vision helped to move the electronic car movement fast-forward. I want to sell those cars someday in the NYC market ( I am even willing to learn how to drive!
). Doug, Brian and Andrew will certainly be missed. Although I did not know them personally, I am a passionate environmentalist, I am involved in the renewable energy and the sustainability movements. Tesla Motors has done a lot for this movement in a short period of time, by making it more ‘practicable.’ That is, he made electric cars cool and that’s what we need for them to catch on. I am hoping that Tesla Motors will continue as a going concern. I want Doug’s dream to be realized and carried on. I feel his loss, and it will be a while before the “post Doug” world will balance out. Rest in peace, all.
It was shocking to read of this only an hour or so ago. My sincerest condolences to the three families and I only wish I could do more.
“Why?”
Doug, Brian and Andrew: Your memories would remain in every unit that Tesla has sold, and in everything that Tesla will do in the future. You all three were key factors in the Tesla equation.
They will guide the Tesla’s Succeed from the heaven.
My deepest condolences from Spain.
I was deeply saddened to hear of this tragic accident. We’re all on a journey to change how the world works. Lets see this ride through for them.
I’ve known Andrew since we were both in high school in Santa Rosa. From the days Where his parents garage refrigerator had big dents that somehow lined up with his Dodge Stealth even though he denied having any knowledge about it, to hanging out and helping (watching) him and Jon build speaker boxes until 3 in the morning, to his tiny Harvey Mudd dorm that was packed to the ceiling, to his expensive classy Irvine apartment that was empty except for his pricey mattress, to his cat in Palo Alto that sits in the window and still waits for him to come home, Andrew was a smart, inspiring, strange and beautiful character and I am better off for knowing him. I don’t think I’ll ever meet anyone quite like him again. My condolences go out to his parents, brother, and the families of all 3 who passed away in this crash.
My sympath and prayers to the family and friends of Doug, Brian and Andrew. It was a sudden and terrible loss.
Brian is my cousin (Kim) sad to see such a productive life lost….his memories will live on.
God Bless
May they rest in peace.
Like some other posters, I don’t have any personal connection the your loss, but I have followed the company since its inception. Reading the news elicited a gasp of shock and sadness. My sincerest condolences.
A final thought: I read in the news report that the plane nearly clipped a daycare – but there weren’t more deaths because the pilot fought all the way to the ground. In a small way, he’s a hero. A pilot’’s pilot.
My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the family, friends and co-workers of these three beautiful souls.
My deepest condolences to friends, families, and colleagues of the talented trio. May they rest in peace.
Deepest sympathies from New Jersey to the families, friends and Tesla. God bless and strength to all of you.
I’d like to offer my condolences once again. I didn’t know the people or know their families, but I hope that they can find peace, and when the time comes, to move on.
I’d also like to ask Jerry to never interfere with my sympathetic offerings to someone. Jerry that is rude. Many people believe what they think is normal is the only truthful reality, but never realize the corruption that actually takes place. My note was not meant to offend, of course, but to raise an eyebrow in case things go a bit weird and to offer a blanket of protection.
Jerry, I ask that you not respond, as you have already began an argument in a forum that is meant to be for sympathy.
Peace to you also Jerry, since you actually knew one of them. Sorry for your loss.
My condolences to the family of those who lost their lives in this terrible accident and their colleagues. I applaud Tesla for showing their devotion to their employees and posting this announcement on the web. It was posted in an area the public like myself could read and comment in the (external webpages). Most companies hide things like this on (internal webpages). This shoes Tesla’s true character and we the public appreciate it. Again my condolences to all.
My prayers and sympathies go out to your company and to the families of these 3 men. Brian was a classmate of mine and was a great person. He will surely be missed at our 25th reunion this summer.
Was deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the death of my childhood friend, Doug Bourn.
We had known each other since age 12.
I would be grateful for any information about Memorial Services.
I have many memories and photos of Doug which his family might like to have.
Tricia Lamb, R.N.
Tempe, AZ
We had just viewed the Roadster Rocky Mountain video sent to us by my Indiana based brother to me here in New York. We were thrilled to see this cutting edge vehicle and know that Telsa Motors even existed. Very saddened to see the news of the crash in the paper; we mourn with you in the lose of such excellent talent to your company and extend sympathies to their families.
I’m still shocked. I had the privilege of graduating from high school with Doug. After my spending most of the last 40 years on the campus of an engineering school, Doug still had the best combination of talent and personality of anyone I’ve met. Our 40th reunion will be in his memory. My sympathy to the families, friends, and co-workers of all.
So as not to make mistake because my English is not fluent :
“Toutes nos pensées aux familles dans le désarroi et nos condoléances”
from a French boy.
Sincèrement.
Very sad to hear of this news.
I knew Doug from Safety Committee and other functions in Tesla when I was the MRO buyer. I enjoyed working with Doug. He was always thorough, Concise, and easy to understand . and above all.. Helpful.. Always helpful.
The bay area will be a different place without these guys.
RIP.
Andrew
I have worked with Tesla in the past as part of the Sharp team supporting displays, processors, and camera module products. In particular, I have met Brian Finn on a few occasions during engineering meetings. I am sad at this tragic loss, and my condoleances go to their families and friends. Tesla has been and is a special customer for me, as they are pursuing technological innovation that contributes to a better and cleaner world.
As a manager who suffered the sudden and tragic loss of an employee and knows what you all are going through, it’s obviously never easy. It’s funny the little things that make you remember them, even years later, both in tears and laughter. Keep the good memories in your hearts and minds and they will always be with you and drive you onward with your goals. You have an amazing project that is only just seeing the light of day. There are a lot of us out here that believe in the Tesla dream and we’re behind you 100%. Best wishes through these hard days and with the good days yet to come!
My deepest condolences go out to the families of these three men. I worked closely with Andrew at his previous job before Tesla and will remember him for his kindness, sincerity, and passion to build good stuff.
-Andrew
I worked with Doug Bourn 27 years ago and he was a great engineer. He is one of the people who I would work with again in a heartbeat.
I’m a engineer from a German motor car company. I had a chance to met some of Tesla engineers. My thoughts and deepest condolences are with their families, friends and colleagues. The news two days ago did hit us very hard.
Deepest sympathies from your friends over here in Canada – Such a loss is certainly tragic in the small community of EV workers in North America.
Jonathan
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Tesla team and the families of Doug Bourn, Brian Finn and Andrew Ingram. I’m deeply saddened by the tragic loss of these three brilliant and beloved Tesla workers in this week’s plane crash, and together with the people of the 14th Congressional District, I want to express my deepest sympathy to their coworkers, friends and families.
- Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo -
Andrew Ingram was my tenant and neighbor for the last five and a half years, literally living under the same roof as my family. A few weeks ago Andrew and I spoke of the work he was doing and how energized he was with his job and the team he worked with. In the course of our conversation it was clear that Tesla was a fantastic fit for him and that his future was bright both professionally and in his home life. It’s hard to accept that he’s gone now. This is terribly tragic, my wife and I express our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues, we truly share your sense of loss.
My deepest condolences are with the families and friends of the departed. While it is true that life soldiers on, it will never be the same for anyone who knew and loved these men. May God bless you in your time of loss.
As part of our own closely knit corporate family, the employees of Directravel, especially those of us in the San Francisco office who work hand in glove with Tesla travelers want to express our condolences and support in this time of loss.
Good engineers, good friends, and good men. As an engineer myself in Silicon Valley, this tragedy really hit close to home. Life is so very precious. No matter what you do, hug your family and kids every day as none of us know when our last day will be. I will pray for these men and their families.
It is hard to grieve for one friend’s loss but to lose three of them at the time is very tough.
I have grown to know both Brian and Andrew personally over the last two years working on the design of Auto-Infotainment Platform for Tesla’s new generation of Automobiles. I was introduced to Doug recently by Andrew and Brian.
In fact I got off the phone with Andrew only last Thursday when he discussed with his usual high energy way plans for next steps. To realize that that would be our last conversation is hard to fathom and only now I am coming to grips with reality.
On behalf of Excelfore corporation, I convey my deepest sympathies and prayers to families of Brian, Andrew and Doug and to Tesla Motors on the loss of such fine Individuals who also happened to be brilliant engineers.
Doug took me on a very cool flying trip when I was an intern at IDEO back in 1998. He was such a generous and thoughtful person.
Our thoughts are with you at Tesla and with the families.
John
Working with these guys at Tesla was the best learning experiences of all time. So sorry to hear about the accident . My prayers go out to the families of these great men.
My family knew Andrew quite well – my grandpa just adored him! – and everyone is so saddened by this news. I’m so fortunate that I got to meet him in this lifetime, and he’s missed terribly.
My sympathies to the Tesla family. It’s hard to lose any of your own, much less three in one moment.
To the families of Andrew, Brian and Doug, as well as to the Tesla team I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all – and may thier hard work and dedication to Tesla not be forgotten.
My prayers and deepest sympathy for Brian, Doug and Andrew and their families! I know everyone at Tesla will cheerish the memories of their friends that were lost! Time will heal the heart!
Just last week I had my first ride in the Roaster and was bragging to one of my friends about it. So when my friend told me yesterday about the accident I was shocked as much of you are. I’m working on a story a story for our March magazine and I will definately give a shout out to these three heroes of the environment. All my friends and online family says “live on” Doug, Andrew, Brian.
Andrew, Brian, and Doug,
May you rest in peace with the knowledge that you were all a part of something that started a new era. To the Tesla family whom I’ve known, as an enthusiastic customer, I’d like to express my sincere condolences. The world has lost two members of a truly brave and talented group of America’s new pioneers. Thanks for the car and all that will follow it.
This is a very sad occasion. I flew with Doug and another friend from East Palo Alto airport to Mojave for a “Fly In” in 1998. I specifically recall that Doug was a careful, precise pilot who went through the pre-flight check and flight very methodically. Condolences and sympathy for the families of Doug, Brian and Andrew.
Rob Pickar
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Brian, Doug, and Andrew. I was a friend of Andrew in college, and fellow speaker enthusiast. We had lost touch in the intervening years, but I remember him as a good friend, and I am glad to hear that he continued to be loved and respected by many after we went our separate ways. I will play some loud music in my basement tonight in his memory.
My sincere condolences to the friends, families and associates of Andrew, Brian and Doug. A terrible loss.
After meeting kevin in the chicago dealership, i knew the close relationships everyone at tesla motors has, it is like family. I did not know andrew, brian or doug, but as a person with ties to tesla motors, possibly in the future, i to was deeply saddened to here the terrible news from ca. my heart has since skipped a beat. may the good lord carry them and their families to a better place with peace in their future…..keith spiro
My sincere condolences to the families of Doug, Brian and Andrew and to Tesla. Though I am not a part of the organization, I understand the depth of your loss and the efforts that have to be put in to replace these remarkable people, their pioneering work and their spirit.
I wish their families strength and peace.
Vik
Sending deepest condolences to the families of the victims of this crash and the Tesla family. It’s so sad that our lives will not be blessed with all of the great things, technology, inventions, etc that these 3 men were to accomplish. Being close in age with two of the victims, made me feel compelled to comment that this could happen to any of us and it is so sad and unfortunate that these 3 remarkable lives had to be cut so short. I don’t know any of them personally, but have only heard of the Tesla technology. I hope that memories comfort all of you in this time of sadness.
Andrew, thank you for being part of our high school years. We have many fond memories of you. You’re an inspiration to us all. Your classmates, Cardinal Newman ‘97
To Andrew, Brian, and Doug, My sympathy to the family and friends. I was i fire fighter (retired) at Menlo Park fire and we trained at TESLA MOTORS to learn how to extricate victims from their electric cars and I never met a more dedicated group of individuals for the cause of the TELSA MOTORS and the cause of alternative energy of transpiration. I am sad for TELSA MOTORS and the cause for the promise of electric automobiles and all they believed in. You believed in forward thinking.
chris zahnd
I’ve been a huge fan of Tesla ever since I first heard of you, and I was stricken to hear on NPR that you had lost three of your own. I know you must be a pretty small company, so I’m sure you’ve lost, not only good friends, but much needed engineers. My condolences to you personally, and to the company and its mission as well. May your mourning become inspiration in due time.
“I have no connection to Tesla, but am deeply sorry for the loss. My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy for Doug, Brian, Andrew and their families. I know everyone at Tesla is feeling a great loss and emptiness. Time heals all sorrow!!.”
I am deeply saddened by this tragedy. I knew Doug when I was in college and he was working for Zilog. I don’t think I’ve ever met a more brilliant person. He was also extremely generous and caring and lived life to the fullest. I wonder how many people know that he was on the cutting edge of the semiconductor industry. He was the eighth employee at Zilog, and I vividly remember him showing me a huge schematic of one of the very first semiconductors ever developed. I was 18 at the time and had no appreciation for what I was seeing, but in later years I realized how he had helped revolutionize the computer industry and changed the world. What an incredible person he was. He will be missed.
I did not know the three guys that lost there lives that day but I’m sure they were good at what they did and I am sure they will be greatly missed by all. This is a huge loss for the electric car community. My thoughts and prayers are with the family’s of the victims. I hope all the best for the Tesla Motor Co. Tesla is on the right track and I cant wait to see what they come up with in the future.(maybe a four door plug in for all). Keep you head up.
I have known brian his entire life. You all know his enthusiasm and dedication for whatever it was about. I love this dude and for me I will be forever grateful. For his mother… the wooden spoon always hardens in times of the deepest sadness. Love you Bev.
Andrew, I don’t what life is gonna be like without you, but its gonna be halibut hard. You were my best friend since I was 10 years old and now you’re gone. I have so many memories of our many good times. Mt. Biking in Annadel, building speakers in our garages, coming over to your parent’s house for breakfast every Sunday morning, the list goes on and on. You had so many great things in store for you. You had great friends, family, and a job you loved. The world is a lonely place without you. I will honor your memory every day that I live and will try to make an impact on others as you made on me. You were always sincere, kind, and never spoke ill of anyone. I hope that Tesla remembers you, Doug, and Brian in some way that makes sure that your memory is a part of the company for all time. I know that all three of you treated Tesla as a calling and a mission rather than just a job, and I hope that they recognize that. You will always live forever in the memories of those who loved you.
The loss is huge the spirit of these visionarys are not snuffed out let the Families of these guys be comforted in knowing that the passion and drive they had will continue on.I did not know them , but I caught the spirit of their dream and it will never pass away.It and they will never be forgotten.
Thank God For Presious Memories
I have no connection to Tesla, but I am deeply sorry for the loss.
All my deepest condolences.
I am very saddened to hear such a tragedy. It brings heavy hearts to everyone at Tesla I’m sure and our prayers are with the families. Tesla is a very strong company and they will continue to succeed.
It is with a great deal of saddness fo a friend, Doug Bourn, the consummate pilot, all around great guy is no longer with us. He always told me how much he enjoyed his work at Tesla and had really enjoyed his new motorcycle. I will miss his smile and sense of humor everyday.
I would appreciate knowing when his services are. Doug, until we meet again.
may they rest in peace, from all of us at mediterranean delite in san carlos, very valued customers, u sure will be missed .
Que en paz descansen. Rest in peace.
As a proud owner of the beautiful roadster Tesla created and in support of this company since I first heard about it beginning of 2007 I just want to express my shock and condolences over this incredibly tragic loss.My heart goes out to everyone in the company and especially the families and close friends of these three men..so sorry!!!
I sure wish all of you sustenance of grace,strength ,comfort and new inspiration to overcome this incredibly difficult time of loss!!!
I met Doug my senior year in college. He was a good friend and had a wonderful philosophy for life. He said we are all born with such a potential for experience and he spread his arms open and wide. Then he said we get told about the right way to do things, what we should and shouldn’t do and then we start to worry about what people think and we start to believe our potential is so small. His arms got closer and closer together until they were just a foot apart. He said he wanted to make sure that people’s arms stayed as wide as possible. He introduced me to sky and scuba diving. We rode our motorcycles together. I flew with him many times. He was so meticulous. I would actually get exasperated about how much time he would take inspecting everything because I wanted to get going. We used to joke that I would never be a pilot or brain surgeon. I always felt safe with him. We’ve kept in touch over the years since I moved to the east coast. He was thinking about an east coast bike ride with his long time biker buddy–never got the details planned. I will miss him. My heart goes out to all that were close to him and his two friends. The world will not be as bright without them.
I did not know these three men but I waa led to the website to look at electric cars but I had a sense to pray for the company and the families there so when I read about the tragedy two days later it really hit home . Though you dont know me just know that you have people praying for the company, the families who have lost a loved one to have peace in the mist of this terrible tragedy, that the vehicle may be a positive reminder of the great contribution that they gave to all of us who will drive the vehicle and the tremendous contribution to our environment tthat they were able to save. Thank you so much. May God bless you all for your loss
My deepest sympathy to all the families. May there souls rest in peace.
Just a fan, I’m sorry for your losses. I’m sure they will be missed by their families.
I will never be financially secure enough to own a Tesla, but I always give people the web address so they can learn about your product. I find it very suspicous that this terrible accident happened just as other companies have began advertising their car. I hope this was an accident and not sabotage of Electric vehicles such as the EV1. Or once again big corporation dedicated to the oil companies.
Rest in peace Andrew, Brian and Doug.
It is sad to see such talented engineers, and great people lose their lives so abruptly. The world needs more people like you. You will be missed.
Andrew, your passion for life, and cars was inspiring.
Andrew bought the BMW Tii that he was restoring from me. I was so happy that it went to him, knowing that when it was finished, it would be finish right, and enjoyed to its fullest. He was a true enthusiast, and had a vision and passion that I have seen rarely before.
I am truly shocked and saddened.
My best to Andrew, Brian and Doug’s families.
God bless these fine souls and all of you working at Tesla. You are changing the world. We are going electric and YOU are on the front line. I join you in your quest for GETTING US OFF OIL!!!! I envision a year 2100 with crystal clear air and internal combustion as our sole method of transportation and engine operation a subject for history lessons. I dream of when I will be able to operate an electric fleet buying my power exclusively from wind/solar sources. I share the passion these awesome forward thinking engineers had for what they were doing bringing the the inevitable future to the world. China intends to be the main producer of EV vehicles. These fine engineers and the rest of your awesome team prove that we here in the US really can seize the moment ENGINEERING AND BUILDING cutting edge state of the art vehicles RIGHT HERE IN THE US. The oil companies do not want you to succeed. So please, please watch your back. They will stop at nothing to remain in iron fisted control of our economy. Rock on Tesla!! My prayers to the families of your lost team members.
I would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers. They are very nice and helpful to read. For more information on services for Doug please visit dougbourn.com
I would like to extend my thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences to the family and friends of Brian and Andrew and to their Tesla Motors Family as well.
My condolences to the family and friends of these three bright individuals who were trying to make the world a better place.
For my friend, & nephew Brian – I will miss him greatly. His attribute of enjoying life to the fullest was contagious & a legacy for all who knew him.
I met Doug through business and therefore only met him on ‘formal’ occassions, however, he took the time to get to know me and to assist wherever he could. I’d just like to say, I wish I could have got to know him better.
My condolences and best wishes to his family, and to the families of Brian Finn and Andrew Ingham.
Elon, all,
It’s hard to find words for an accident as tragic as this.
My thoughts go to all family, friends and co-workers of Doug, Brian and Andrew.
Sorry to hear that. God bless
My thoughts and prayers are with Doug, Brian and Andrew’s family and friends. Thanks for your passion turned legacy…
Mr. Musk, you can never replace members of a team when there are so few members already. I am sure their contributions were great and I am sure their insight will be greatly missed. My thoughts go out to Doug’s, Brian’s, and Andrew’s family and friends.
God rest them in peace.
I agree with Mark. (Please check the black box quicker and let me know what
really happened).
Thank you,
Codruta Lucia Baduna.
From a Bay Area start-up, we don’t have a direct connection to Tesla, however we have followed Tesla’s progress and been impressed with its character and pioneering achievements – they will contribute to changing our world for the better. It’s hard to build a successful company and there are unique and tight bonds that get built in the process – our most sincere condolences to the entire Tesla team.
I am Andrew’s aunt Margaret. On behalf of the familiy, at least the Southern contingent, I would like to thank everyone for your thought & prayers for all 3 families at this time. I am still numb at realizing my worst fears were indeed true. Andrew was so happy with his life at the time of his passing. If you have to die- and we all must- there are worst ways to go.
Please keep the thoughts & prayers coming. I know when they have time to catch their breath & the pain is less raw, all of the families will take great comfort & pride in reading how loved & respected these 3 fine men were. If someone from Tesla would be good enough to contact us when a memorial is planned, some of us would love to come up & meet you all.
Thank you again.
Aunt Margaret
My thoughts are with everyone and the families.
I never met anyone, just heard it on the radio.
What a sad story. These are the mysterious of life, why good people are called upstairs premature.
They are with the Lord Jesus Christ now, and may their good memories and pleasant times remain in the hearts of all of you.
One day we are all reunited, some sooner than others in tragedies like this.
This is a good reminder that we never know when it is our time and that like these gentlemen, we should always strive to make meaningful contributions each day.
I will pray for everyone tonight before I go to bed. I am sorry again, and also hope that the families will be able to move on.
Take care and God Bless,
Bob
I worked with Doug Bourn as a consultant long time ago. I ran into him again last year at a Solar Panel vendor’s booth in Costco. True to his engineering profession, Doug told me that I should go for solar and add enough capacity to charge a Tesla.
My prayers for Doug and his family.
My greatest condolences and prayers to the families to the three who’s lives were lost on Thursday. I never got to know Doug or Andrew but I got to meet and talk with Brian. I remember stepping into his office and seeing all the mesmerized pictures of the work Tesla has been working on.
Rest in peace…
Doug, Andrew and Brian.
You will be forever missed but always in our memories and hearts.
Make them proud Team Tesla!
I became part of Brian’s family a little over 14 years ago. He was an amazing man, son, brother, father and friend. He always had a smile on his face and had a such a positive attitude. His love for life was very apparent. I will miss him dearly and he will always hold a place in my heart.
My condolences to the families of Andrew and Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
May all three of these great men rest in peace.
Catherine Finn
My wife and Brian’s mom Bev, are members of the same family. I’ve known Brian’s family since he was in early grades.
We spent many wonderful summer days camping around the Rivard family pool, using the sauna, tapping pitchers of
beer in the beer house, and just catching up on family events. As a kind of motor head myself, I always related to
Brian. His work in sound engineering always fascinated me. He was one of the most upbeat people I have ever
known. My most sincere condolences to Bev, Gene, and family, as well as the families of Doug, Andew, and the
entire Tesla organizaion.
I’m so sorry for this loss. Truly, the folks working at Tesla are trying to better the world, and that makes their passing so much more painful.
Elon, I hope that you will have their names engraved into my Model S (and everyone else’s) as a tribute to their contribution. It wouldn’t matter if the engraving were easily seen, so long as we all know it’s there.
to our friends at tesla and the families of those that have passed on, on behalf of the entire http://www.GoGreenExpo.com team, we are so sorry for your immeasurable loss of your teammates – may their dreams & visions of a healthier planet become a reality through the perseverance and never ending progress of the tesla organization. we are so sad for you… may your important work continue to move our world forward and the memory of your lost friends & family remain eternal.
our prayers & sincere thoughts are with you…
bradford rand
ceo
go green expo & the eco-forum
I am not connected with Tesla Motors, but I do follow your company’s progress at every turn. I am so very sorry for your loss and the loss of the loved ones. Tesla is the very best of what the world has to offer and gives us hope that change really is possible. You all accomplish great things and do us all honor. My deepest sympathy to everyone affected.
We have been praying for you all since we heard of the crash up here in Portland.
i’m so sorry for your losses and hope that you can find peace with God in all this. I know it is horrific to think of someones passing, but take heart, there is a future and a hope for all of us.
God bless
A friend of Palo Alto and you folks at Tesla
Frank
RIP
My thoughts and prayers are with their families.
My heart goes out to all the families of Doug, Brian and Andrew as well as the Tesla family. I’ve been dreaming of the Roadster but with my 2 year old, I’m waiting for the Model S. I am so thankful and grateful for what these three gentlemen have brought to Tesla to advance technology even further towards a common goal of living with our planet. Maybe we can have a special release of the Roadster or the Model S and call it “Passion” in honor of these fine gentlemen who have given our world so much through their own passion and spirit. Thanks guys! Your legacy lives on!
Ive been following your company since it started. I wish you all the success. I was truly sorry to hear about your loss.
Best wishes
Jo
Your Tesla team and Doug, Brian and Andrew’s families are in my thoughts and prayers. I have been thinking about all of you since I learned of the plane crash. May God continue to bless all of you.
As a fellow pilot and position holder on the Model “S”, I am profoundly saddened by this tragic loss. I especially send thoughts to the families that lost a loved one in their prime of life. They lived a good life and you will always have the memories of them – nothing can take that away. Let’s also all learn from this and become safer as a tribute to them all.
Deepest Condolences,
jp
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the lost. As a passionate fan of Telsa and their world changing technology I feel a great disappointment about this situation, and sorrow for the families of the lost. I can only encourage everyone at Tesla to work even harder than before to bring the success these three fine individuals so heartily invested of themselves.
Their contribution to the Telsa projects will live on and be a reminder to us all. Maybe where possible honor these men by lending their names to specific systems in the design.
God bless the families, and Tesla team.
Brad Thompson
CEO
Digital Spyders Inc.
Tesla has been taking the lead in driving the automotive industry in a sustainable direction. Doug, Brian and Andrew will be remembered as heroes for this cause. My heartfelt condolences for their families and the employees at Tesla.
Jubin
prayers sent…..
Dan
I’m very sorry to hear of your loss, and sure hope that Tesla will be able to continue. Tesla has been a hope for the future for electric cars, and I think the leader in the electric car effort. To have this happen is a blow to not only Tesla, but everyone interested in the company, and their effort to bring their produce to the American people. Tesla has given the American people hope for the future, and I applaud their persistence for giving us “State of the Art” electric cars.
I was so sad hearing this news. My condolences to both the Employees of Tesla Motors and each of their respective families. Their work will live on in every car Tesla sells, inching ever closer to the ultimate goal of revolutionizing the entire Travel Industry of the United States then the world. Maybe you can name some component of the Company or of future cars after each of them. Thanks for doing what you do. I can’t wait to buy my first Tesla.
LIFE
I do not die;
I only pass the portal of a new and brighter view,
A broader, sweeter vision of eternity,
Beyond earth’s sorrows, pain and fear;
So do not grieve for me but let me go,
And make your last farewell, joy for my joy.
I only wake to see my dearest wish fulfilled —
The blessed good revealed. I’ll wait your coming;
Do not haste to leave your tasks till done;
But, like the flower that lives to bless,
Send from your life the perfume of good deeds
Into a world of sin and selfishness.
Then, when you reach that last great foe called death —
That last obstruction to be overcome —
You’ll meet it with a courage high and true,
Backed by your faith in God, your trust and love.
Then, as the mist before the sun melts and is gone,
That great deceiver, death — which only hides
From timid hearts God’s heaven here and now —
Will also melt away, and you will find
My love, your joy — and endless heaven divine.
Gilbert Congdon Carpenter
I do not know you guys but this tragedy has touched my heart.
May the spirit of these great engineers live on in the continued success of Tesla. All the more reason to make it the success it deserves to be now. I will be placing my order for the sports version of the Model S as soon as i can.
I believe that they were truly part of something special in the making and my heart goes out to all the families and friends of the three guys. I know the feeling as i lost my 19 year old brother in a tragic car accident and you wouldn’t wish it on your worst enemy.
Although for the closest relatives and friends, You will never forget them but will eventually deal with the pain and get on with enjoying the rest of your lives. You have to for their sake
We are Andrew’s Uncle Josh & Aunt Bev from Bellingham, WA (the Northern contingent). I second my sister Margaret’s comment earlier – the love and support that is being expressed from all over the world for Andrew, Doug and Brian is just incredible. The grief and sorrow we are all feeling right now is overwhelming at times, but reading the comments and expressions of love from everyone give us great comfort.
To the families of Doug and Brian, please accept our hearfelt condolences. We understand what sorrow you are bearing right now. May God Bless you all.
To Tesla Motors: Thank you for giving Andrew the opportunities you afforded him to shine! He absolutely loved his job, because it wasn’t a job – it was a calling! He enjoyed every day and loved to talk about what a great company you have . You can keep Andrew, Doug and Brian’s memory alive by continuing in your goal of getting the Model S ‘on the road’!
God Bless Us Every One…..
Josh and Bev Mersereau
My deepest sympathies to the families of these three men and to their colleagues at Tesla. I did not know them personally, but I am very drawn to Tesla’s mission and have been following the company on the web for some time. Owning a Tesla someday is high on my bucket list. I feel that the contributions of these three men likely contributed a lot to my strong appreciation of the company.
This tragedy touched my heart also. I will pray for the comfort of their families and friends during this time. I lost my first husband years ago, when I was young. A friend of my parents, who had been widowed, sent a card to me that I will never forget . She wrote, “Someday, the pain WILL lessen. TIme does heal.” When I read it, I knew that she knew what she was talking about. Those few words sustained me. I wasn’t wrong to cling to them. You won’t forget them. They are always with you. God Bless you, Tesla Motors.
I have been following Tesla for about 4 years now and just happened to see the blog on the loss of your 3 team/family members. I can tell you I was shocked and full of saddness when I read the news. My condolences to you and your team. I related personally to the expoits of Tesla and followed it quietly. To read about the guys and how much I had in commonn with them, touched me personally. God bless them and their families.
George.
Having lived in the bay area all my life, the story of Tesla has fascinated me from day one. This tragedy hits home on many levels. I first read of Tesla in the news and having nowhere near the money to afford such a car, I put my name on the email list anyway – knowing it was out of my league. Today, I welcome the emails even more. My heart goes out to the families and this company as a whole. I may never own a Tesla, but I hope this company succeeds and goes on in the name of the three whose live were lost. Long live Tesla!
It was as if I felt a shift in the gravity around me when these men died. I looked up at the clock, and went, “what the heck just happened?” I heard about the accident later in the day, and from the time difference in my state, it matched up. Why? Because my husband is an engineer, and I’ve always had a soft spot for those who think outside the box? Who knows? I’ve loved this company and your vision since I first heard of you, and though I’ll never be able to do more than dream of owning one, I , too, feel this loss. May all concerned feel comforted.
A deep loss in the EV Family. I never met any of these men,but feel a great loss. Sorta at a loss for words, as it seemed far away, on the radio. But I saw a Tesla on display the other day, after hearing of the tragic news. Been into and following EV development for about 40 years, and Tesla has it together! Keep up the faith and fine work. America needs you ALL!
Sorry to hear of this tragic loss. They were very skilled and talented at their profession. They were committed to building something, that would make the world a better place for everyone. In their honor and memory, Tesla Motors must carry on their promise. Sincerely, John Iozza Boston
God bless them,because of them Tesla will go on.
Doug, Brian, Andrew, although you no longer walk with us on this beautiful planet, may the power of your spirit be with us and guide us as we honor and continue your important work. As Kjirstin had stated, I also felt your passing. You are the life and the truth and the light of the project.
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the Gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the mornings hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight,
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there, I did not die.
~Author Unknown
My condolences go out to the Famlies, Friends, Coworkers of these Fine Young Men.
Such a Vary Tragic Accident! These Three Men will be Greatly Missed…
Stephen
It really sadness me to hear of the tragic news, i have have faith that Tesla will continue to be a great company that it is. I can tell this company is all united like a family, minds like these brought one the most gorgeous car in presence the Tesla model s. Every employee in Tesla is privileged to have a CEO like Elon Musk, what he contributed to this world and risks he took so that we all as humanity can benefit by running zero emissions vehicles is beyond words… Other company’s should use Tesla as an example to model after where CEO’s are not greedy & getting millions in bonus’s when the company is suffering this is what other company’s should fallow as an example. Again may god bless the families of the lost loved ones, what these individuals contributed will live on.
Ever since I found out about the first Tesla, I have been drooling to buy one but it is out of my reach. One day I will own one and prove to my friends that quality can be energy efficient. When I saw the news on TV, I was shocked and wish to send condolences to the family of the awesome human beings lost. A memoriam label should go on each car sold.
Allan H. Churgin
Love and Peace to your community from a uk fan
A very dear old friend of m ine conforted me when another friend past away in a car accident; he said: “Luis, everyone was born to die. The only thing one never knows is how”.
What can I say, apart from: How Unfair This Is..
My deepest condolences to their families and the Tesla Team.
I heard of the sad accident from my brother, who lives at this time in Menlo Park. He worked at Stanford. Last year i visited him with our parents. Of course we visited Tesla Motors, because i am a great fan. The employees there were very frindly and gave me much information. I am working in electronic engeneering in Germany and have also a sport pilot license. So there are many reasons for me to say my condolences for their familes and to all members of Tesla Motors.
Marc Stumpe
Thank you Doug, Brian, and Andrew for your high contributions in creating the first tangible, substantial all electric vehicle. I am in awe of your work, and admire the creation you’ve made. May the Lord bless and keep you forever.
My condolensces to the Tesla family as you go through this very difficult time in your lives. The piece that is missing from you now will never be truely filled, but the roughness of the edges will smooth a bit.
David Allyn
Tesla Motors Fan and Evangelist
(….and one day an owner…)
Sorry about your loss. God be with them and let there work never be lost.
Now You have to finish what they had started with all of you.
For them, you have to succed in
Best Wishes from a French Boy.
I’ve been a Tesla fan for years now… I was shocked to tears when I heard on the radio of this tragic accident. My warmest thoughts go to the family and friends of these wonderful men.
~dawn.
I’m so saddened to learn of this tragedy. I offer my sincere hugs or handshakes to everyone in the Tesla family. I hope that Andrew, Doug, and Brian were pet caretakers so that they may meet their companions at the Rainbow Bridge. I share the grief your family is experiencing because we lost Abby – our Gordon Setter on Thursday Febuary 11th – to cancer.
Ron Standley – another EV fan and future owner.
Have just recieved the newsletter from Tesla Motors and my heart is bleeding for all of you.
Thanks to you I know about a fantastic car-company that already are producing good cars- good for Earth and common future.
These tree guys are part of your success- and we will always know.
I will be your customer as soon as I can, and help you spread the message about your cars until then.
With love. Yvonne
I feel sorrow for the people who are grieving for this terrible loss. There are no right words in cases likes this, but
as an enthusiastic fan of Tesla Motors, I may say they should be remembered as pioneers, who put their commitment and skills on a dream, and so they keep living in it.
Francesco – environmental engineer – Italy
It’s very sad people who really try to make a difference are taken so soon. Bless their families and peace to all who dare to make a difference. Dan
I had the good fortune to meet with Doug, Brian, and Andrew just a few short weeks ago to discuss new technology of interest to Tesla. It was a shock to learn of this tragedy on the news. It should serve as a reminder to all of us to appreciate each day we’re given and not let one go by without saying “thanks”. My condolences to their families and the Tesla team on your loss.
Myles H. Kitchen – car guy and tech nerd
I was sad to hear about this tragic unfortunate news. My wholehearted thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends and Tesla family of all three. Goodbye and one day Tesla cars can fly as your dream was.
SN — Tesla’s fan
To the families and friends of Andrew and Brian:
It was a tremendous pleasure to know and work with both Andrew and Brian during their careers prior to Tesla. Both were such audiophiles to the highest degree. Andrew was great to work with and always had good ideas and energy. I remember when he told me he was going to Tesla and it seemed like such a perfect move for him. I was so impressed with his choice and felt Tesla was fortunate to have him. I felt the same way when I heard that Brian had also moved to Tesla. Brian had always accepted my invitations to hear a new audio technology in one of our demo cars. We had such great conversations during those times. His enthusiasm was contagious.
I am so sorry to hear of this loss and will always have such fond memories of them both.
Doug will be missed from the airport and twin cessna community. The Mammoth ski weekend Doug organized with me others was the high point of the year for me because it fed our mutual passion for the Cessna 310 and thirst for life’s adventures. Our sympathies go out to the friends and families of all on board.
Vincent & Debbie
To the families of Doug and Andrew our deepest sympathies go out to you now.
To our friend Brian – know that we will always miss you and will cherish our times together. To the Finn family, know that we are here for you now and in the days ahead. My God give you all peace and comfort.
Rob & Anne Bahan
I graduated from high school with Doug and remember him as a caring and very intelligent person. I last saw him at a school reunion party and was looking forward to perhaps seeing him again this summer at out 40th reunion. He was so full of life and sincerity – and I am really saddened to hear of his loss, along with Brian and Andrew. I offer my heartfelt condolences to their family and friends, and to all those at Tesla Motors. Rest in peace Doug – I wish I could have seen you one more time.
Life is very short and difficult and no one knows when our time here will end. Everyone should say Jesus save me please. Go to church on sundays. Spend time with your families and relatives. I feel sorry these technicians who were so important to the company are no longer here. The people are more important than the technology. Technology will change and change quickly, the batteries of the car with nano technology will make it infinitely better than the older gasoline based vehicles, but the people who do the designing are not really replaceble. People are unique and no two are the same. People are free and can go on to greatness though we are here just for a moment of time. These tried to do something good with the moment of time they had. There are two paths, one going down to loss and the other going up, the difficult path, to great deeds. May we chose the path to great deeds with Gods help. Heaven calls, so onward christian soldiers.