Loss Of Another Great Broadsman

SueHancock · January 15, 2018

It is with sadness that I share with you the news of the passing of Pete Marr.

Pete had owned his own boat and cruised the Broads for many years. He will be a familiar face to lots of you and those who knew him will know how he liked a chat! He had been a member on all of the main Norfolk Broads forums and he loved meeting up with the many friends he made from all of the forums and on the river over the years.

Pete was a loving, caring person who has stood by my me through an awful past 18 months, so as you can imagine I am truly devasted at his passing.

Pete leaves three sons and a loving, caring family.

The funeral will be held in Milton Keynes and there will also be a Memorial event in Norfolk in March. If anyone would like details of either then please PM me.

Rest in Peace My Lovely Man xxx

Paul · January 15, 2018

Very sad news, a genuinely nice man and good friend of many years. RIP Pete

BroadAmbition · January 15, 2018

I've known Pete for what seems like forever. Always enjoyed his company. I'll miss him.

I will make every effort to attend the Norfolk Memorial for him

Griff

boycee · January 15, 2018

Really sad news .Pete was a really good guy who loved the broads and was a very active member of most forums before starting the NBO with Hank & Sue.Our sincere condolences go to his family & friends. RIP old mate.

On a lighter note welcome back to the NBN Sue and lets hope you are still able to get up to Norfolk and carry on boating - dont forget you've got lots of friends on the Broads

Boycee

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Paul · January 15, 2018

5 minutes ago, boycee said:

On a lighter note welcome back to the NBN Sue and lets hope you are still able to get up to Norfolk and carry on boating - dont forget you've got lots of friends on the Broads

Amen to that. We lose friends as we go through life, but there are always many more who are there for you.

Loops · January 15, 2018

Oh Sue, so sorry to hear this news!

Pete was a lovely man and I know you will miss him immensely, especially after the last year or two.

RIP Pete, you will be missed xxx

Jbx5 · January 15, 2018

Really sorry to hear that news Sue

Only met Pete a couple of times but he was a top friendly guy

John

finny · January 15, 2018

Sorry to be hearing about your very sad Losses Sue .i only bumped into Pete once on the river - he was a true gent on the forums no different in person

R.I.P Pete Marr

Finny

Jim · January 15, 2018

Very shocked to hear this sad news Sue, RIP Pete, met you and chatted a few times years ago , a really nice guy!

SteveO · January 15, 2018

We were very sad when you told us this news Sue. Pete was a lovely man and a good friend. Sadly, we can't make the funeral but will do our very best to attend the Broads send-off.

What a bloody year!

Steve

Boaters · January 15, 2018

Very sad news,second every thing that has been said,we will miss seeing him out on the river..Will be there for the memorial.Take care Sue.Diane and Roy

Oddfellow · January 16, 2018

Pete was a lovely guy and his passing is very sad.

His loss was a shock.

His contribution to the Broads boat community cannot be underestimated and must not be understated; much like Hank who we lost less than a year ago and, indeed, Sue also.

Be strong, Sue.

SueHancock · January 16, 2018

Thank you all for your very kind words. I'm sure both Pete and Hank would be honoured to know they had such good friends. The picture is just how I remember them.

I am popping up to Horning on Saturday but just for the day to check the boats and make a few arrangements for the memorial. If anyone is around at lunchtime and fanices a pint, we'll be at The New Inn xxx

SueHancock · January 23, 2018

I can now confirm that a Memorial trip for Pete will be held on Saturday 10th March at 1.30pm.

We will depart Horning aboard Southern Comfort for a 2 hour trip down to St. Benet's Abbey returning to Horning for drinks at The New Inn. As this is pre-season parking and mooring in the village shouldn't be a problem.

Everyone who knew Pete is welcome to come along and raise a few glasses with myself and Pete's family and friends.

The funeral is being held in Milton Keynes at the end of this month could anyone wishing to attend that please PM me for details as we are not posting this on Facebook or other social media for family reasons.

Please let me know if you will be attending the memorial so I can keep a check on numbers for catering.

Thank You all for your kind words, we look forward to seeing you on the 10th March.

BroadAmbition · January 23, 2018

Hi Sue - Sorted well done.

I can confirm I will be attending the memorial for Pete. Early planning suggests I will arrive at the New Inn Saturday forenoon onboard 'B.A' and leave her there for the duration.

Here's wishing you and Pete's family all the best for the Milton Keynes Service / Funeral

I look forward to seeing you and Pete's family / friends on 10th March and thanks for the invitation. If you need me to help in any way, just ask.

Griff xx