Paul J Posted July 17, 2006 Report Share Posted July 17, 2006 Hi All, a friend's dad has recently died and he has asked me for help to arrange a boat trip. His dad spent all his life on boats and it would be fitting to see him rest in his favorite place, that being the sea. What we need is a boat to go out to Old Harry with 4 people to scatter the ashes and this could be anytime Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday this week. They are happy to pay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBettle Posted July 17, 2006 Report Share Posted July 17, 2006 (edited) Hi Paul I have left a message on John's voicemail offering my services from here on one of our stock boats. We have several inboard Merry Fisher's in the water and also a Prestige 36 so depending on what John's father was into we should be able to go out on a suitable boat. Any day is fine with me and within reason, anytime. Tom Edited July 17, 2006 by TomBettle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afishionado Posted July 17, 2006 Report Share Posted July 17, 2006 Hi Paul I have left a message on John's voicemail offering my services from here on one of our stock boats. We have several inboard Merry Fisher's in the water and also a Prestige 36 so depending on what Paul's father was into we should be able to go out on a suitable boat. Any day is fine with me and within reason, anytime. Tom Nice one Tom. A wonderful gesture given spontaneously. Well done Mad Mike PS The funeral thingy is nowt to do with me but I admire open hearted generousity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBettle Posted July 17, 2006 Report Share Posted July 17, 2006 Have now heard back from John and will hopefully be able to help him out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted July 17, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2006 Tom, Many thanks, i second Mike's comments PJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted July 17, 2006 Report Share Posted July 17, 2006 Nice one Tom Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newboy Posted July 17, 2006 Report Share Posted July 17, 2006 Well done Tom. Great gesture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBettle Posted July 18, 2006 Report Share Posted July 18, 2006 Hey guys it really is no problem, more a pleasure to offer some help. I have something of a luxury of having access to a selection of boats in the right location. I am sure that any of you would have done exactly the same in my position. I would like to think that if it was me that my family were saying fairwell to other friends would do the same. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afishionado Posted July 18, 2006 Report Share Posted July 18, 2006 Too modest Tom! There are a lot of people ( not here) that wouldn't even consider using a demo craft as the could see no gain in it for them. The point of our praise is that you put the needs of others as paramount , without thought of personal or business advantage. Mad Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted July 18, 2006 Report Share Posted July 18, 2006 Yes mike i agree There is nothing to gain but the good feeling of having done someone that you do not even know a favour. May the fishing gods smile on your next bass trip Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBettle Posted July 19, 2006 Report Share Posted July 19, 2006 Just thought I would let you all know that John and family joined me onboard today for a gentle trip to Old Harry to scatter his Fathers ashes. Due to the stiff easterly breeze Martin came long to give me a hand with lines and fenders (thanks mate). John's dad was a long time Merchant Navy man and this was one of his last wishes. I was very pleased that Martin and myself could help and the family who, although sad, were really happy that their Father's wish had been carried out. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
large fries Posted July 19, 2006 Report Share Posted July 19, 2006 Tom and Martin Well done guys,nice to see such a selfless act,nice to see a bit of honour in the world Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted July 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2006 Nice one gents thanks Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted July 19, 2006 Report Share Posted July 19, 2006 well done guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Removed Posted July 20, 2006 Report Share Posted July 20, 2006 A plea answered enabled a very difficult day to be made into a truly amazing day. Eternal gratitude to Tom and Martin who allowed an old Seaman to fulfil his final wish, his ashes to be scattered off old Harry rocks. What a grand send off. It was a day we shall always remember. What made it all the more amazing was that Tom and Martin would accept nothing but our heartfelt thanks in return. God bless you and very best whishes John, Mary, Tony, Debbie and all the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBettle Posted July 20, 2006 Report Share Posted July 20, 2006 A plea answered enabled a very difficult day to be made into a truly amazing day. Eternal gratitude to Tom and Martin who allowed an old Seaman to fulfil his final wish, his ashes to be scattered off old Harry rocks. What a grand send off. It was a day we shall always remember. What made it all the more amazing was that Tom and Martin would accept nothing but our heartfelt thanks in return. God bless you and very best whishes John, Mary, Tony, Debbie and all the family. Every now and then it is nice to do a good deed just because you know it means so much to someone. John, anyone here in the club would have been more than happy to offer the same. It was our pleasure to be of service. Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted July 20, 2006 Report Share Posted July 20, 2006 Nice one guys Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted July 20, 2006 Report Share Posted July 20, 2006 A plea answered enabled a very difficult day to be made into a truly amazing day. Eternal gratitude to Tom and Martin who allowed an old Seaman to fulfil his final wish, his ashes to be scattered off old Harry rocks. What a grand send off. It was a day we shall always remember. What made it all the more amazing was that Tom and Martin would accept nothing but our heartfelt thanks in return. God bless you and very best whishes John, Mary, Tony, Debbie and all the family. John Tom and I were more than happy to help you and your family out and glad to hear it helped make your fathers send off a tad easier knowing that you had fullfilled his wishes Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlieannear Posted July 21, 2006 Report Share Posted July 21, 2006 Very well done gents. C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry S Posted July 21, 2006 Report Share Posted July 21, 2006 What a great bunch of guys you all are and what a terrific club to belong to. I will be flying my pennant with pride. All the best, Harry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swainiac Posted July 21, 2006 Report Share Posted July 21, 2006 The first post Ive read since returning from hollidays, a very kind and friendly gesture befitting reminding me of scattering my grandfathers ashes, down in Hastings, where he spent his whole life either on the sea, or making a living from it selling a catch on his fish stall. Hats off Tom and Martin. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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