Boycee - Safe Anchorage

[SteveO]

Very sad news. He was a really nice bloke and will be missed. Sincere condolences to his family.

 

 

 

[JawsOrca]

Very sad news, I had the pleasure of meeting Boycee a couple of times and I even believe I did some work for him whilst at Trimnet. He was a gentleman. My thoughts go to his family and friends. 

Stay safe everyone.

[Polly]

We have sent a sympathy card on behalf of NBN. I think Griff or Ray will let us know about tributes in due course.

[Upcycler]

It's funny how characters can have an influence on you because when I use to read his posts, I always had the legendary characters voice from only fools and horses in my head.

Came across as a nice person. 

[BroadAmbition]

Ok, Update from Mrs Boycee (Mags)

Funeral arrangements will be notified as and when if they are allowed to have one  - C.V issues.

They are hoping to plan an event to mark his life sometime later on in the year on the Broads

Griff

[Ray]

Thanks for the update Griff

[CambridgeCabby]

Although I didn’t know him in person, his knowledge and sense of humour were clearly shown through his posts on the NBN , mine and Katie’s heartfelt condolences to his family at this sad time .

[Chelsea14Ian]

I would like to suggest that we do something along the lines of what was done with Iain.Perhaps using Broads chat.Of course getting the permission of  his wife.

Ian

[MauriceMynah]

A difficult reply to write this one.

Whilst I fully appreciate the sentiments behind Ian's suggestion there are differences between the two situations.

It would be very tempting to suggest such a move were made, when any member of any popularity were to die. This I believe would be inappropriate on several grounds, grounds which I think are best not to be aired, though I shall highlight one.

Iain was not only a popular member as was Boycee, but he was also a very frequent poster and he was a moderator of the very highest calibre.

There could be a danger that if every popular member were to be remembered in the way Broadscot is, firstly it would cease to be "special" but worse, it could end up being thought an insult if someone was not remembered in that way.

No, remember Boycee as the fine man and valued contributor he was.  

[Hockham Admiral]

2 hours ago, MauriceMynah said:

Iain was not only a popular member as was Boycee, but he was also a very frequent poster and he was a moderator of the very highest calibre.

There could be a danger that if every popular member were to be remembered in the way Broadscot is, firstly it would cease to be "special" but worse, it could end up being thought an insult if someone was not remembered in that way.

No, remember Boycee as the fine man and valued contributor he was.  

So very well written, John. Thank you. 

Both Iain and Alan were good friends of mine and and your final sentence says it all for me.

To them both I offer a toast for a life well-lived. 

[Chelsea14Ian]

It was just a thought, I thought a lot of both.Iain and I had alot in common, our both IH,both liking Cricket.Alan always very knowledgeable about the broads and a sharp wit.Both sadly missed.

Yes indeed hope you are both sorting out upstairs. Sleep tight.

[BroadAmbition]

Update from Mags:-

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A big heartfelt thank you to everyone on the NBN for their lovely caring comments.

The funeral can't be held a the moment with the virus

Mags will let us know when it will be held, where and when

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Griff

[BroadAmbition]

Update from Mags:-

Boycee (Alan) funeral next Wednesday, 1600 - cremation. Due to the circumstances of CV it's for close family only.  However there will be a video link on the day so we can all watch.  Mags will find out the details for that.  Also there will be as memorial service at a later date.  Anymore info I will let you know straight away

Griff

[oldgregg]

I've only just seen this thread, very sad to see it.

Having met Alan a few times over the years and enjoyed his posts in various places I can say the world is definitely a poorer place without him.

Condolences to his family.

[BroadAmbition]

Update from Mags:-

As things stand at the moment Alan's funeral will be held at 4 pm on Wednesday 25 March, at Stafford Crematorium immediate family only. Alan will be leaving home approx 3.20 pm-3.30 pm. For those living locally we will be going by the Greenman and Bankhouse, if you wish to say your goodbyes obviously observing social distancing advice. The webcast will be  available to view between 15.55-16.40. www.Obitus.com                Username - stafford8640                Password - 692254

 

Griff

[BroadAmbition]

Bump

[petersjoy]

Watching now.

[BroadAmbition]

I can't seem to view it 

[petersjoy]

It took a while to get connected

[oldgregg]

2 minutes ago, BroadAmbition said:

I can't seem to view it 

Nor I, unfortunately...

[BroadAmbition]

I've done everything the black background screen is telling me to do but it doesn't seem to be playing for me - Well disappointing

Griff

[BroadAmbition]

Got it!

Griff

[ExSurveyor]

Make sure if you are copy paste to remove the - at the start of the pass word

[petersjoy]

It's pausing for us now

[ranworthbreeze]

There is a bit of a delay but it is working.