We are deeply saddened to report that toonpool.com member Joel Barbee (Barbeefish) passed away on Thursday, May 20th, 2010.

Joel was a great artist and an incredibly friendly person. Born and raised in the Southwest, he spent the last few years in San Clemente, California. A long-term member of toonpool.com, he has contributed almost 1,500 cartoons.

We will miss his daily updates, the insights his editorial cartoons have permitted into American politics and – perhaps most of all – the cheerful way he would react to any comments on his cartoons.

Our thoughts are with Joel’s family and friends during this very difficult time.

the toonpool.com staff

Interview with Joel Barbee
Joel Barbee’s art