Jeffrey Besler Obituary

I miss you man.... Not a day goes by that you don't cross my mind one way or another... Sandy and Hugh...love you guys... We're celebrating Jeff today as well...

Doesn't matter how long it's been, I still remember so much about you especially your beautiful smile and when you walked me down the aisle when I married Hugh. You made me so proud once again. I'll always love you...Mom

This day is never easy... Another year without you man, 16 years can't believe it's been that long... You're unforgettable man.... We will keep saying your name for generations to come so everybody knows about DJ Tron... It's hard but I know wherever you are you're at peace and that's all that matters...

For me, July 4th is never a holiday to celebrate, as it's the day I lost my wonderful son. I usually spend a lot of the day reminiscing about the good ole days with you. Will NEVER forget your smile and YOU....Love you forever, Mom

Another year. RIP

Remember that time your drivers side window in your red escort wouldn't roll down in the white castles drive thru, so we went through it in reverse because only the passenger side window would roll down? That was the night we realized that the pickles would stick to glass when you threw them off your slider. Miss you buddy.
Bryan O

remembering you, jeff

Missing you,Jeff! Prayers to the Besler family and friends/fans!

That tragic phone call from Jeff's best friend, Sean, telling me about Jeff's death is the most horrific thing of my lifetime. So glad I got to be with Jeff a couple of months earlier during my trip to Chicago. His good-bye hug lasted for such a long time. I will never forget it. I hold onto that memory each day. Jeff is missed so much, by so many who have never forgotten him, as I still receive emails from some of them. Rest in peace, Jeff.....So much love and HUGS........Mom

I feel the same way as I did when I read about it the day it happened. Sandra and Ray, you know that Jeff's life is celebrated every day. And we will forever remember him, not just for his awesome music but because Jeff had the biggest loving heart of anyone. It's crazy that it's been 14 years now....I still think about you and Ray and hope you 2 are doing well. Be safe and sending love to you during this time, I know that it's never easy and I just want to let you know that I'm thinking about you. Stay strong

Jacob Flores
US Army SSG Retired

Jeff was a true inspiration to many including me. Not a say goes by that I don't think about him.

Another year of remembering. I often think of what Jeff would have become with his music knowledge and the legacy he had already built for himself. I get messages from all over the world expounding on how he has changed their lives through his original music. We often talked that one day he would be working with Martin Scorsese, Quinton Farentino or another director who he idolized, who would give him a chance to create music for their movies. Believe me, it wasn't out i of the realm of his life. I miss Jeff so much...Momma Tron.

Thank you for everything you have done for music, you are truly a legend of world importance and a genius ahead of time. Your unique approach to sound has influenced many later, including me, having a monumental influence on my musical taste and approach in general. I hope someday I will be able to fly from another hemisphere to lay flowers at your memorial. You will always remain in history and in our hearts.

Can't believe it's been twelve years since we said good-bye to you for the last time. It still hurts me every day, but lately, it's easier for me to just think of all the REALLY GOOD times we had together. You are the light of my life forever. On Monday, July 6th, my birthday, I'll once again miss your very early phone call in the morning so you could be the very first person to wish me a very happy birthday, and then we'd talk about the day. Man, I DO miss you.........Love, Mom xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

I've been a fan of Jeffs music since 98 when I was 18 and I hated that kind of music until my best friend turned me on to DJ Tron and after that I fell in love and I bought every single 1 of his tapes from Pure Acid Mixtapes. Still sending my love light and prayers to you and your family

So many memories of our wonderful mom/son relationship. One that hits me hard is how you always remembered me on Mother's Day and my Birthday. You would ALWAYS wake me with a phone call about 7:00AM and say "Mom, this is your son, Jeff." (I only had one son and that made me laugh.) You said you wanted to be the very first to wish me Happy Mother's Day or Birthday. So sweet and loving. Your multitude of DJTron followers never got to see that very sweet and loving side, which I adored. I STILL MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH.......Love, Mom XXXOOO

Still the best hardcore dj ever. I seen him love many times and still listen to him frequently.

Jeff, you've been on my mind much more than usual this month. So many memories of Christmas pasts, and the wonderful times we had. I'm so proud to read Facebook messages, etc. from your fans thanking me for YOU, and telling me stories of how wonderful you were in helping them to succeed and even stay alive! Too many stories to even mention. I love you......Mom

Jeff. Your music was legendary. Still listen to your mix tapes and CDs.

Jeff - Yet another Christmas holiday has passed, and I still remember all the wonderful times we had. I guess it just doesn't get any easier. Still miss you so much. Love, Mom

Missing you man.

His music changed my life and I still listen to it all the time. What a tragic loss. Please know that dedicated fans are keeping his memory alive.

Spring Training is in full "go" mode now, and it's so hard being at the Cubs Sloan Park in Mesa without thinking about how much you would have enjoyed each game. AND, taken a picture with their Championship Trophy. So many things bring back your great memories, but none more than the Cubs games and their winning the Championship. It sucks that you were not here to enjoy all the celebrations. MISS YOU SOOOOO MUCH.
Many Hugs and Kisses.............Momma Tron...........Mom

Tron.
Andy here. Just want you to know you are missed greatly. Your influence on the hardcore scene can still be heard today. Went to the 25 anniversary of industrial strength records. Wasn't the same without you. You are in a better place. One day I will know what you know. And together we will gather. Till then. Rest easy. Know you are missed by many

Thank you, Dominic for this wonderful photo and note. Yes, Jeff will never be forgotten by anyone who knew, or knew of him. I miss him very much. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of him MANY times.

Sandy Besler - aka Momma Tron

Case in point, you're still thought of today as you were yesterday. Drop Bass Network threw another Even Furthur this year. Yeah, it was the party of the decade and you were sorely missed...

Hope you are doing well, sandy. Thanks for the stuff you sent me over seven years ago. And, jeff. I still rock your mixes to this day bro. Still think about u when i listen to skinny puppy too, haha. Stay easy bro RIP

Your birthday is always a difficult day for me. Bringing you into this world was the most exhilarating, meaningful and important moment of my life. Happy Birthday to my wonderful son!
Love, Mom

Thinking of you on your birthday Jeff!

Jeff -
Well, for your birthday this year we visited your very favorite place - California - and I thought about you soooooo often during our trip. When I looked out across the ocean, numerous times I felt your presence. I'm sure those memories will always be with me.
Love, Hugs and Kisses..........Mom

Jeff
Happy belated birthday. Was thinking of you and your loved ones.

Hi Sandy, Erik Instefjord from the old neighborhood in the Heights. So sorry for your loss. Many great memories of summers hanging out with Jeff and the guys...wiffle ball in your back yard, making chinese stars, watching "Nightmare on Elm Street" over and over, cup ball in the sandbox at Skyline pool. Jeff always had a plan and was leading the way. Great to see he lived life his way doing what he loved. All the best to you and RIP, Jeff.

take it easy momma tron. our thoughts are with you.

Well Jeff, another Christmas and New Year's Eve and Day have past. During the Christmas weeks I always remember times with you, both as a child and grown man. And New Year's Eve always makes me remember all the gigs you had, and how enjoyable they were for both you and your fans. Each year, when the Holidays are over, I breath a little easier, as I miss those special times with you so much.
Love, Mom

Yes, Happy Birthday a day late due to computer problems. I remember how upset you used to get when your computer gave you fits, well, I did the same thing. I also was remembering all your "themed" birthday parties from the past, and how much you and your friends enjoyed them. Those were wonderful days, for sure. Miss you........Love, Mom xoxoxoxoxoxo

Happy Birthday Jeff!

I almost feel bad about writing a message here, as it all seems so personal, but I wanted to share a little experience I had last night. I was listening to your track "demon" (again, again) as part of Manu's Biomechanik2 mix. I had the vol. cranked to max, and It simply tore the roof off. In that very moment I thought to myself "how can someone dead, be so alive?". Because that's exactly what you are whenever someone listens to your music. I never got to meet you as I grew up on the other side of the planet, but I somehow feel that I knew you anyway. At least a part of you, and I guess that's the beauty of it all. Hope these words will find the right readers... Take care on the other side Jeffrey!

It's five years today since you passed away. I know you're happier now, especially with Sean and Rodd with you. (That thought is scary!) And I'm sure Grandma and Grandpa Santostefano are watching over you as well. But I must say I thought missing you would get easier, but it still hurts. I still talk to you every night. I still miss you so much. I hate the 4th of July!
Love, Mom XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXXO

We had a huge storm with lightning, etc. last night - on your birthday. Hugh & I thought it must have had something to do with you celebrating your birthday with Rodd and many others. I've never forgotten the many wonderful birthdays in the past that we shared together. We sort-of shared another one last night with all that lightning. Miss you - Love you...
XXX000 - Mom

I know i'm a little late, but still thinking about ya man!

Another year passed, but I still think about camping/running bases/wiffelball/kick the can in your backyard. Summer always reminds of those carefree days spent with my dearest childhood friends. Those memories are some of the happiest that I have.

Missing ya man!

Here it is, July 4th, 2012. I was thinking that this particular holiday is such a fine way to remember you - with Fireworks blasted off in the sky, usually syncronized with the music. (I remember the many times you and I went to the Lakefront for Taste of Chicago, and the Fireworks.) This is exactly what you did - blasted your fans off with your music, and often syncronized with your own videos in the background. I guess if there was a so-called appropriate day for you to leave us, this would surely fit the bill. We all miss you so much. Love, Mom

Thinking about you and your family today, Jeff.

Just thinking about U Jeff. Banging out those beats on the desks in WJHS!! Reunion just passed. Man, can U believe 20 years?? Sure woulda been good to see U dude. U were definitely missed. Keep smiling down on us!

~Branda

still listening to your music everyday. miss you tron!

Hi Jeff. Thinking of you on your birthday...

Happy Birthday to you, Jeff. It's the third year, now, that we're not doing something really special for your birthday. I especially remember when you were just a kid, that we had all those "theme" birthday parties for you and your friends. Those were really special times for me to remember today. I miss you.........Love, Mom

sill missing you man!!! will never forget the time you came to visit me in Phoenix. your music is still a part of my life. miss you man!!

3 years have passed. Summers were the best. 4-Square, Wiffel-ball, running bases, OTYA Baseball, Tag with the giant tree next to the driveway as safe, and one summer when your cousin Julie introduced us to kick the can, and then kool-aid from the star-wars cups on the picnic table. Miss you buddy.

Today i graduated from school, got my papers also.. it's also been 3 years this day and i didn't forget! RIP jeff..

Well, Jeff, it's been three full years that I don't have you around to make me laugh, and make me proud, and to just do all those great thing we used to always do together. I'll never stop missing and loving you........
XOXOXOXOXO Mom

So sorry for this loss. My deepest sympathies. Jeff was a good friend growing up,and a great person.

Jeff - Thinking of you as usual, but so much more now, as the Cubbies have started again. And your very fav - Kerry Wood - is back with the Cubs. Maybe "this" is next year? Miss you......
Love, Mom

I always knew you as DJ Tron and i always will remember you as Tron, i still love your music everyday and it will always stick by my side. You left a great legacy when you past away and its not forgotten.

You were a pioneer in the early gabber scene, we will all miss you

RIP Jeff,

Sandy, I'm so sorry for your loss. Thoughts & prayers are with you.

Thinking of you and your family Jeff

Well, Jeff, another "Thanksgiving" Day has passed, and Christmas day is here. I try to keep my wits about me by remembering all those happy Holiday times with you. Seems like I can still see you running down the stairs on Christmas morning to see what Santa left in your stocking on the fireplace. Then, up to the Christmas tree with your eyes as large as saucers, checking-out all your gifts. YOU were always my best gift. What a joy you were. I'll continue to remember our happy times, as it seems to help keep me sane. I will always miss you so much...That will never stop.
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO......Love Forever, Mom

Happy Birthday Jeff xoxo

Happy Birthday, Jeff -
I've been reflecting today on some of your past birthdays, especially in Chicago Heights. Remember all those "theme" parties, i.e., baseball, Superman, Star Wars, etc., etc.? We always had so much fun planning them as well as the actual day. I always tried to instill in you that your birthday was YOUR special day. Well, today is no exception. Even though you're not with me, today is still YOUR day. I will keep the thoughts of past birthdays. Miss you still so very much.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Hugs & Kisses....Love, Mom

Happy Birthday Jeff
Everyone at the Hardcore Central team send their love and thank you for you inspiration, even beyond the grave. We felt you rockin with us during the memorial show we did for you. You will always be with us.
My and my colleagues condolences to Ray and Sandy Besler. May your hearts be in peace today and always, love from Canada xoxoxo Forever hardcore
May you rest in peace Jeff, from my heart to yours xoxoxo

i leave this message to show my respect to a man, a dj,a producer who make a great impact in the hardcore community!! with out your mix tapes, records, live acts! growing up i wounder what would have been of my self. i have many fond memory's of enjoying your music going to rave's to see u preform, busting mession's on the bus to hollywood to pick up a mix tape!! the good old days!! man i cant beleave your gone. bless your soul & family!! thank u much for every thing u gave to the community! form wich i started mixing hardcore my self! R.I.P JEFF

Jeff - Mother's Day just passed, and this year I actually acknowledged it. Had support from Hugh (don't know what I'd do without him,) Ron & Marti. As you know, Marti also has difficulty with that day. I acknowledged that I have the most wonderful son a mother could ask for, even though you're not physically with me anymore. That is the frame of mind I will hang onto in the coming years. I miss you!!
Love, Mom

DJ Tron.. My favorite DJ and producer..
I hope you will find peace where ever you go..walking The path of Eternal light..
My god embrace you as his son..
I will keep your music alive as true follower from the early 90's on..
Respect to you and your family..
You will not be forgotten as i play your records... Cheers Michael from the Netherlands (DJ Extreminator)

the number one tron!!!!!!!!!

i believe thats when i saw him last. momma tron, remember jeff visiting a friend on that trip?? that was me. he came and brought me records!!

hey man!! your cds are still getting played around here on the regular!! that will never end!

Just came across this photo of Jeff from when he visited me in Scottsdale,AZ in August, 2006. Pretty cool photo I thought I'd share.
Love, MOM

Another wonderful memory is that of you - very often - getting ready for a New Year's Eve gig. Oh, how you loved writing the music, preparing and performing, AND everyone watching and listening to you, loved you as well. A thought...A mother holds her son's hands for a short while, but his heart forever." How true!!
Loads and Loads of Love.......MOM

Jeff,
Still thinking of you EVERYDAY...whenever I step behind my turntables, I feel you there, and I'm still coping without you being with us... miss you man....

Jacob

Well, Jeff, this is the second Christmas without you, and I can't say it's any easier. It must be at least a hundred times each day that I think of you and our past Holidays together. Probably my very best XMas memory is when you were 3, and you "caught" Santa putting your presents under the tree on XMas Eve. I have watched that video many times, and love it more each time.
Loads and Loads of Love.....Mom

Jeff
Thinking of you over the holidays....

Hi Jeff
Thinking about you...
<3

Sorry for such a late response too Jeff. I posted a bulletin on myspace, telling everyone to remember you. I'll NEVER forget you Jeff...

Miss You Man...

Jacob

Happy Birthday to you, Jeff.
Sorry this is one day late, but we are out of town and I couldn't access a computer, but believe me, I thought of you EVERY second. I also sang HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you more than you would like to hear. We are in Colorado, and the weather yesterday - your birthday - was so horrific. A front from the North and one from the South both converged above us, and all hell broke loose. The thunder, lightning and rain were not to be believed. I told Hugh you were up there spinning YOUR music, shaking things up and having a wonderful party. It surely made for interesting weather. Keep up the good work!!! All kidding aside, I miss you so much and wish I could still talk with you daily. I'll be in touch again real soon.
Much Love, Mom
xxxxxxxxxx0000000000

Jeff I always do think of you on your birthday since we have the same one..
Happy Birthday..you are missed.

When I was pretty involved in the rave scene in Los Angeles, I recall the first time I heard Dj Tron. It was amazing, every time there after if I could get to where he was at, I even recall ditching school at times so we could drive out of state to see him play even if that ment sleeping in my buddys van the next day.

I rember talking with him after a party at the oarnge show, when he had gone from vynal to cds, and him telling me that he wanted to have harder stronger stuff to play in his sets so that allowed him to bring something he just finished that day and play it that night. Was the first dj I respected that played cds.

Every halloween I would set up my system outside and just blast the naighborhood with his mix tapes since I could get away with it with out getting the cops called on me.

His music was my soundtrack through high school through my early 20s. I just want to thank you for all of that. Though I am not into the party scene anymore, I am really sorry to hear of the news and I wish the best for all his family and friends, for I know how much his talent touched my life, and I know that the few times I was able to talk with him after partys that he was such a complex yet intelectual individual that I know he was a huge part in his family and friends lifes.

Rest In Power.

Nobody in my life has been as influential as you, Jeff. Even in your passing I still look to your influence when I am working. You were the leader of an army... An army of lost souls. Clearly, I was not the only one who feels this way, there are an endless number of entries that prove the impact you have had on all of us... For me personally it was the fact that you weren't afraid to take the music where it had never been, holding regard for what others though. You just put your mind into the music and to me that is the purest form of art, hands down.

Now, one year later, we are still here, missing the one that guided us and still looking for a way. Your presence will be eternally missed and hopefully we will meet again... On the other side...

I would like you to know that your passing has united myself with Sean and we have been working on a record in dedication to you and all you did for us. The project is taking some time due to the distance between us, but I think that the product will be worth the time...

Once again I would like to thank you for all you did for us. You forever changed me and the path I chose in this existence and continue to on a daily basis... I am eternally grateful...


Dan "the inebreator" Hansen

R.I.P. Tron
I'll never forget the first time I heard your mixtape. It changed my perspective on a lot of things. I'll still be bumpin' your music until I'm an old man. Much Love -Los Angeles Timez

I want to send tons of love to "Momma Tron" for bringing Jeff into this world. I know he was taken from us but he will never be forgotten. I remember quite vividly the first time I seen him perform at a rave....there was a lot of huge talent there that night but no one stood out like Jeff did. I rode the bus home with his set looping in my mind. Then last year while I was getting ready to see him perform in L.A., I got the news of his passing. I can't describe how I felt but i was definitely heart broken.....

You were number one to me man! No hardcore DJ can do it like you did!

I'll be banging out the hardcore all day (and every July 4th) in your memory.

*one love*

Jeff it's been a year and every day you are remembered and missed and loved. Hearts are broken but there is comfort in knowing that you are in peace. You touched so many Jeff with your music and also with your beautiful spirit. For that you will continue to live on and on.

Wow.... Jeff, man, I still can't believe that you're not with us no more. I still remember hearing of your death...I was in Baghdad, at first. it felt like a cruel joke, I even sent you and e mail, hoping you were ok, but when it was true,I felt such great pain.
Now, 1 year later,I struggle with the redeployment stuff, but thanks to Your WONDERFUL Mom, Sean, your dad and all others who knew you, I NEVER lost sight of you. I still feel your presence with me. Thanks Jeff... for helping me in 2004 and in 2008, you'll always be in my heart and mind forever.....

Miss you.... and save a timeslot for me for that Hardcore Party in Heaven.

SSG J. Flores (US Army, Europe)

As a year closes in I still can't believe you are gone. I miss my friend.

Jeff- I actually remember the first time I saw you spin, I knew that this was the music for me, hardcore since 94 you and delta were both the baddest mofo's rockin the decks! and im glad to have meet you, and your legacy truly live on. with the deepest of gratitude i thank you. My thoughts and prays go out to you and your family

hardcore will never die thanx to you

Jeff - It's just about one year since you passed away. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you - often - just as I always have since you were born. Although physically talking with you at least once daily was taken away from me, you are still in my heart, thoughts and dreams, and that will NEVER be taken away from me. You left me with so many wonderful memories to hold onto, which I do, but it's still difficult as I love and miss you greatly.
"Tears are words the heart can't express."
Much Love, Mom

Jeff - It's just about one year since you passed away. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you - often - just as I always have since you were born. Although actually physically talking with you at least once daily was taken away from me, you are still in my heart, thoughts and dreams, and that will NEVER be taken away from me. You left me with so many wonderful memories to hold onto, which I do, but it's still difficult as I love and miss you greatly.
"Tears are words the heart can't express!"
Love, Mom

I can't Believe we Have lost Thee "God Father" of HardCore. I'm still in shock to find this out. I worked with Jeff in the mid to late 90's. Jeff was a Great and Awesome person. He was a great inspiration and my top favorite artist. He Will Be Missed, But I Know We Will Meet Again. Meanwhile He Forever Lives In Our Music.

I have enjoyed Jeff's productions and Djing over the years. I was shocked when I heard the news. To Jeff's family: You will never get over this, but with your loved ones and friends around you, you can and will get through it.
Here is a photograph I took at a show

i still can not beleive this..
how can hardcore have lost its god..
there is no one harder, never will be..
i guess the saying is tru ,, the best really do die young.. =[
I never did get to meet, or even correspond with Jeff..
He will be with me forever in my music,,

It is hard knowing my favorite artist and biggest inspiration is not here anymore..

i hope when i die i meet him..

H3R3T3K

First i must say you must be proud of you son he is a great inspiration.
His music will never die.
And we will keep in my memory as one of the greats.

I had been in contact with Jeff after many years of wondering about him. I am so saddened to hear about his loss. I met Jeff when I was 5 years old and he was the first boy I ever kissed. My memories of him come from the early ages and through high school. I was excited for how was able to be what he wanted. My heart goes out to his family and friends, he was one of a kind.

It's been about a half year since Jeff passed away and it still seems unreal. There's not enough space or time for me to put into words what he means to me. I knew Jeff as my best friend, brother and at one time, my mentor. I miss Jeff more then I can say. But what I can say, is that we had a blast living life to the fullest and making the best out of every situtation. He was always there for me and our friendship was truely one of a kind. I don't think I'll ever have another friendship that means half as much as our's did. I miss you bro and I think about you every day. I know that you're in a better place now and that makes me happy. I love you man and I can't wait to see you again.

wow.. im speechless... a legend in the hardcore scene has passed.. my condolences go to the family.. I would cancel ANY plans in order to see him play.. his style an energy were truly unique he has truly left a hole in the scene he helped define.. my prayers again go to the family..