Rip Ian Hathaway

[coolcat]

It has just been announced on Facebook that Ian (Chelsea14Ian) passed away in hospital  this evening at around 21.00hrs.

Thoughts to his family and all those that knew him at this sad time.

[JawsOrca]

Thank you. I will provide funeral details as and when. At least he is now at peace.

[DAVIDH]

So sad to read this. What a sod life can be. New life with a new boat and the rug is pulled from beneath him. Respects to his wife, who must be devastated. He's suffered so much over the last year, but never gave up fighting to be with her.

[ExSurveyor]

I am so sorry to hear this, Ian was such a supporter of the forum. He kept us engaged during lockdown with his tales of his life as a chef, his recipes, cooking tips and his community work.

He even took all the good natured  ribbing well from members when he forgot to duck at a bridge.

We will all really miss his contributions.

It is rare that we have three members of a family all members here,

Our condolences go out to Marina, Alan and all his family.

His family, and this forum, will be a sadder place without Ian's presence.

Rest in peace Ian, your battles, fought so bravely, are over.

[Bikertov]

I'm so saddened to read this - just as we thought he was turning a bit of a corner in the last few days.

Ian was a real character for sure, and it was so fascinating to read his stories of life as a chef

What a brave man in facing his fight against cancer as he did. He will certainly be sorely missed here

Sending condolences to the whole family, especially Marina and Alan 

Rest in peace ...

 

[MargeandParge]

Thank you to Ian for all your stories,posts and courage always helping others when you could. 

Rest In Peace

Our thoughts are with all the family.

Kindest Regards Marge and Parge 

 

[Karizma]

So sad to read this after encouraging signs over the last few days.

RIP Ian.

My condolences to his family.

Steve

[MauriceMynah]

I think we knew this was coming for the last couple of weeks, but very sad all the same.

Condolences to all. John.

[Ray]

Ian was an inspiration in the way he dealt with all that life threw at him and despite those challenges was still actively helping others. He will be much missed.

Sincere condolances to his family.

[SwanR]

So sad to read this. Ian was so open in sharing everything life threw at him. Thoughts and prayers with his family. 😢

[Hylander]

I did not know Ian but enjoyed his posts immensely.    So sad to hear this.     Thoughts and prayers for his family from us too.      

[Lulu]

So, so sorry to read this. Graham and I send our condolences to Marina, Alan and the rest of the family. x 

[Mouldy]

I haven’t ever met Ian, only knew him through this Forum.  I’m so sorry to hear of his passing, so soon after he’d achieved  his ambitions of moving to Norfolk.  Heartfelt condolences to his family.  Thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

[kpnut]

Deepest condolences to Marina, Alan and family. Although Ian’s health issues have been immense, he was so upfront and stoic about them. He’s no doubt helped numerous people with his openness about them. And all through it, he always seemed to have other people at the front of his mind, with the lifeboat support and fundraising. I have great admiration for him, even though I’ve never met him. 
It’s comforting to know he rallied a bit in his last few days.

We’ll miss you Ian, even though your choice of football team was very misguided!

[BroadAmbition]

So sorry to hear this.  At least he is now pain and stress free.  Enjoyed reading his posts in here.  He will be missed

Griff

[deebee29]

It is with great sadness I read this news.

Our deepest condolences to Marina, Alan and the family.

Ian was a fighter to the end and took whatever life threw at him with a positive attitude.

His devotion to his family and passion and dedication to his charity work shone through in his posts.

I had the great pleasure of meeting Ian & Marina at Stracy Arms a few years ago (& Alan & Dave the same week) 

RIP Ian you will be sadly missed 

David & family 

[Smoggy]

Sorry to hear that Alan, please pass on our condolences to all in the family.

Only met him once or twice briefly off forum but seemed a good bloke that took the mickey taking so well.

Float in peace Ian.

[chrisdobson45]

Like others, I hadn't been fortuneate to meet Ian but nevertheless regarded him as a forum "good guy" whose posts were always enjoyable and informative. I'll miss him. My mum used to say that God always takes the good ones for himself, he's definitely got a good one in Ian...

[FairTmiddlin]

As others have said I never met Ian. But, It was almost like I had. His life was an open book. 

I will miss reading his next chapter.

My condolences to Marina. Alan and all of the family.

Please keep us up to date with the arrangements Alan.

 

[Bluebell]

So sorry Alan for you and the family. Whilst I didn’t know your Dad I followed and enjoyed his tales. R.I.P.

[Jbx5]

So sorry to hear this news RIP Ian you will be remembered.

John 

[NeilB]

Sorry to hear this sad news, my condolences to Marina, Alan and all of the family.

[vanessan]

Very sad to hear this news, Ian will be missed on the forum. Condolences to all the family. 

[LizG]

Very sad news to wake up to - he fought to the end but this time he couldn't win the battle.

Love to all the family at this difficult time.

[CambridgeCabby]

Condolences to Marina , Alan family and friends from Katie and I