Mary Alyce Stephens, wife of Robert X. Cringely, announced his passing on his Facebook account with profound sadness. Cringely, whose real name was Mark, was a distinctive voice in technology journalism. He possessed a unique talent for understanding both technology and the people involved in its creation. His writing made complex subjects accessible, entertaining, funny, and deeply human. He was known for his skepticism, irreverence, and independent spirit, which were integral to his personality. Cringely lived life according to his own terms, described as brilliant, funny, opinionated, curious, generous, and occasionally exasperating. He had a love for storytelling, capable of making people laugh, think, and even argue with him. His life was marked by the tragic loss of his sons, Chase and Cole Stephens. His parents, Ray and Lois Stephens, and father-in-law Jim Neader, also preceded him in death.