The comic industry has lost another of its family as founder of Galaxy of Comics, Warren Jaycox, passed away on December 28. The store’s team made the announcement on social media yesterday.

Owned and operated by Jaycox, The Van Nuys California store Galaxy of Comics was opened January 2009. In 2021 it expanded taking over the shop next door, boasting a 2500 square foot superstore.

In the announcement, Warren’s friends stated:

Warren loved this store, and each and every one of you who helped make his dream a reality for the last 15+ years. We know he impacted so many people with his kindness, his passion, and his generosity. Through all the ups and downs of owning an independent comic shop, we all stayed loyal to him because he was loyal to us.

In that spirit, be good to each other. Give hugs to yourself, the shop cats, and your loved ones. Keep buying banned books and supporting independent creators and fighting the system like you know Warren would.

The store will remain open for normal hours and further information regarding a memorial is coming and the store will make further announcements. The store has left a table outside where individuals can leave gifts and memorials to show their appreciation.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all those impacted by this loss.