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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm Posts: 2612 Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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Just looking through a few Tassie Nats photos. I'm bad for taking lots of car shots, but here is one of Andrew on 'The Nut' at Stanley. Attachment:
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Yeah the hill was pretty steep, and the wind! I have a short video of him being blown by the wind rushing up the cliff, and leaning against it. Here is a still from it. Attachment:
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Tracy studdied The Nut in a high school geography excersize and always wanted to go there. It was great to have Andrew guide us around and explain lots of the features. A fountain of knowledge. Attachment:
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A happy bloke in his element. As was I. Heres to life's happy times. Love, Matt.
_________________ Life is far too short not to fill it with what you love. - Jackie French.[/size]
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Mon May 02, 2016 1:14 pm |
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BELLETT69
Joined: Tue Nov 11, 2008 8:37 am Posts: 116
Car(s): BELLETT SEDANS X 3
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Andrews passing was a great shock to learn of especially whilst I was in Tasmania, I like many others shall remember him for nothing but the great times we all shared with him during a couple of Nationals. Sincere condolences to Sue and Family on the tragic passing of a really nice guy. We shall always remember him, Cheers Steve & Peggy.
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KJB
Joined: Fri Nov 07, 2008 9:05 am Posts: 620 Location: Western Victoria
Car(s): Bellett GT, Bellett Sedan, Prince Skyline GT, Porsche tractor, Lanz Bulldog, 996 Carrera 4,Prince Miler,
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Andrew escorted us to see some interesting places and "things" etc. while we were in Tasmania at the Nats.. We remember him as an enthusiastic,knowledgeable and all round good bloke. Sincere condolences to Andrews wife and family, Kerry and AnneMarie
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Tue May 03, 2016 3:27 am |
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GTtoo
Joined: Sun Feb 01, 2009 2:51 am Posts: 1034
Car(s): 1964 GT Isuzu Bellett
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Thanks ALL for sharing Andrew,
B.
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Tue May 03, 2016 11:22 am |
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Asroc66
Joined: Tue Jun 18, 2013 5:09 am Posts: 428 Location: Sydney NSW
Car(s): PR91 1967 GT, PR20 1966 1/2 with GT Goodies
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I think Farmer is coming over the ditch Together we will pass on all condolences Service is tomorrow at 3.30pm in Hobart Perhaps people could take a quiet minute J
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Wed May 04, 2016 7:22 am |
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pa_man
Joined: Sat Oct 10, 2009 7:52 am Posts: 685
Car(s): 67 Bellett Auto Sedan, 65 Wasp, 73 Chev Luv, 1/2 A Chev Luv, VX Commodore
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Definitely will take a quiet minute tomorrow. And thank you for keeping us informed and passing on condolence messages.
Josh
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Wed May 04, 2016 8:34 am |
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BULLITT
Joined: Mon Jan 10, 2011 1:03 pm Posts: 2419
Car(s): 1966 TEARDROP ...MANUAL ...
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thanks j a sad day tomorrow we will all be thinking of Andrew ....and his family ....
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Wed May 04, 2016 8:52 am |
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PR91
Joined: Tue Sep 16, 2008 11:54 am Posts: 2544
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Definitely stopping at 3:30 tomorrow. Wish I could be there too. Just not enuf notice...... Life. Stay strong for Jonesy and we'll remember him again when were all together in Albury.
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Wed May 04, 2016 10:01 am |
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm Posts: 2612 Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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Asroc66 wrote: I think Farmer is coming over the ditch Together we will pass on all condolences Service is tomorrow at 3.30pm in Hobart Perhaps people could take a quiet minute J Yes mate, I had to come over if it were possible. I don't have to work, low price fares cropped up, and your encouragement made the decision easy. Thank you for the offer of a lift down from Lonnie. That I will enjoy. I will see you tomorrow. Thanks, Matt.
_________________ Life is far too short not to fill it with what you love. - Jackie French.[/size]
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Wed May 04, 2016 11:01 am |
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Stickman
Joined: Fri Apr 10, 2009 11:29 pm Posts: 1524 Location: Kallangur, Brisbane QLD
Car(s): 3x1965 PR20(Donkey, Jenny n Bundy) 1 1969 PR20(Percy) 2 1968 PR20(Eugine n GT Donor) 1 1968 PR91 GT, 1 1965 Wasp
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I've tried to shift an install job back to next week so as to be there but unfortunately it hasn't been possible to change. So Donkey and I will be having a quiet moment at 330 then going for a cruise in the countryside
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Wed May 04, 2016 12:09 pm |
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Asroc66
Joined: Tue Jun 18, 2013 5:09 am Posts: 428 Location: Sydney NSW
Car(s): PR91 1967 GT, PR20 1966 1/2 with GT Goodies
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Just got home to Lonnie Long day Over 500 in attendance, service went for 1 1/2 hours Andrew brightened so many people's lives..... Matt and I spoke to his wife, brothers and mother and relayed everyone's best wishes Cheers for now J
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Thu May 05, 2016 10:40 am |
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BULLITT
Joined: Mon Jan 10, 2011 1:03 pm Posts: 2419
Car(s): 1966 TEARDROP ...MANUAL ...
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thanks james your a great mate and your buddy farmer ..sad day ....what a brilliant turn out for a thorough gentleman ......
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Thu May 05, 2016 11:11 am |
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Farmer
Joined: Tue Oct 28, 2008 12:17 pm Posts: 2612 Location: Rye Park, N.S.W.
Car(s): Doris, AuntyMary, Shrek, Jimmy; GT, Wasp, Flo & Sed unrestos; 65 Elf; 82 Rodeo, 60 TX550, 72 Sport, & a Sigma.
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Hello all. I have just got home this afternoon after something of an epic trip. A train trip, a flight, a drive with James across the state and back, a bus run, a boat trip and another train trip. Although a sad time, I am very glad I went. So good to have some time with James, another top bloke. It was a privellage to hear so many people speak so lovingly of Andrew, he has touched so many. A teacher imparts some of themself into those they teach, and when they are a person of the calibre of Andrew, that is a very good thing. His much loved yellow sedan was on display in the foyer of the Funeral home where the service was held, near the signing books, such was the recognition of his love of cars and racing. I am glad he has a family of car lovers.
After the memorials, we were told of Andrew's donation of his organs for the relief of suffering and life saving potential of those on the waiting list. I have a good friend who is awaiting a heart and lung transplant, and she is young. The need is very apparent to me. This great man has given of himself for others. I am privellaged to call him friend. Love, Matt.
_________________ Life is far too short not to fill it with what you love. - Jackie French.[/size]
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Sat May 07, 2016 12:39 pm |
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PR91
Joined: Tue Sep 16, 2008 11:54 am Posts: 2544
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Farmer wrote: Hello all. I have just got home this afternoon after something of an epic trip. A train trip, a flight, a drive with James across the state and back, a bus run, a boat trip and another train trip. Although a sad time, I am very glad I went. So good to have some time with James, another top bloke. It was a privellage to hear so many people speak so lovingly of Andrew, he has touched so many. A teacher imparts some of themself into those they teach, and when they are a person of the calibre of Andrew, that is a very good thing. His much loved yellow sedan was on display in the foyer of the Funeral home where the service was held, near the signing books, such was the recognition of his love of cars and racing. I am glad he has a family of car lovers.
After the memorials, we were told of Andrew's donation of his organs for the relief of suffering and life saving potential of those on the waiting list. I have a good friend who is awaiting a heart and lung transplant, and she is young. The need is very apparent to me. This great man has given of himself for others. I am privellaged to call him friend. Love, Matt. My vote for "post of the year". Well said, on all levels. And we thank you for seeing the trip thru to stand by James and pass our condolences on to Andrew's family.
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Sat May 07, 2016 1:47 pm |
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pa_man
Joined: Sat Oct 10, 2009 7:52 am Posts: 685
Car(s): 67 Bellett Auto Sedan, 65 Wasp, 73 Chev Luv, 1/2 A Chev Luv, VX Commodore
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I second that, Amazing Post! The perfect representative for all the Bellett brethren. And a huge Thank You for making such an effort.
Josh
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Sun May 08, 2016 12:36 am |
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KJB
Joined: Fri Nov 07, 2008 9:05 am Posts: 620 Location: Western Victoria
Car(s): Bellett GT, Bellett Sedan, Prince Skyline GT, Porsche tractor, Lanz Bulldog, 996 Carrera 4,Prince Miler,
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Good on you Matt. Beyond the call of duty . Well done and Thanks KB
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Sun May 08, 2016 2:02 am |
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gt orphanage
Joined: Fri Mar 20, 2009 8:23 am Posts: 1816
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UNBELIVABLE A few months ago we mentioned holiday plans to central Australia to the Grices and later they ask if we wanted company. On our travels we left Birdsville and did the simpson desert it was close to two weeks no communication other than sat phone. The joke was when we got internet what happened in the world we were disappointed that not a lot happened and laughed about it. later that night our moods changed as I sandbagged bellett net to see a fresh announcement from Jame's about Andrew's passing. We sat around the fire in shock and spoke of this many times around the fires since. How sad to see such a nice bloke move on. Now is the time to reflect on the past but more so get that bucket list in order and get it done. Tonight we are home from our travels and our first opportunity to log on. I like most here only had small contact with YP but that was enough to work out he was a top bloke and will be missed. RIP Andrew
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