Cam Jones's progress - RIP

[Foxzee]

I have received a message from Patrick Jones asking if I could update you all on Cam's progress. I apologise if there is already another thread about this but could not find one.

The family today had a meeting with all the Medical Professionals that are currently caring for Cam: Patrick's message below.

Today the future for cam is a bit clearer. He is still in critical but stable condition. In the next few days changes to his treatment will lead to better estimate of his head injury and his ability to recover. But the current assessment is that he will have a very difficult recovery with a very high likelihood both his head and spinal injuries will remain severe. This is tough news for us all but miracles do happen so we will never stop our hope and prayer for cam.

[Ivan]

dr's always give the worst news so heres hoping cams going to make a solid recovery my mate had a crash this time last year and now hes back to full health and we were told he wasnt going to make it so keep the faith up people cams young and i bet hes fighting his hardest

[onearmedbandit]

Thanks for the update, I read support notices on FB but couldn't find anything on the actual incident. Thoughts with him and his family and friends.

[Foxzee]

Thanks for the update, I read support notices on FB but couldn't find anything on the actual incident. Thoughts with him and his family and friends.

Cam had a huge accident in the 600 warm up lap at Levels on the weekend.

[k14]

Cam had a huge accident in the 600 warm up lap at Levels on the weekend.
Actually it was in the tyre scrub on Sunday morning. Something caused his rear wheel to lock off the end of the straight and he ended up hitting the tyre wall.

Such a terrible thing to happen to such an awesome guy. Thoughts are with him and his family and all the best for his recovery.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Just heard today he'd had a really nasty accident. Heal up soon youg fella.

[Foxzee]

Actually it was in the tyre scrub on Sunday morning. Something caused his rear wheel to lock off the end of the straight and he ended up hitting the tyre wall.

Such a terrible thing to happen to such an awesome guy. Thoughts are with him and his family and all the best for his recovery.

Thank you!!!!...sorry brain now not paying to much attention of when/how/what happened

[Kiwi Graham]

Just wishing him as speedy and as full recovery as possible.
It was a terrible accident to hear about last Sunday Kia Kaha all

[Shaun]

Go to FACEBOOK team, and search Patrick Jones his bro for updates and leave your wishes on there for the family

Cam is a rocker and will fight his arse off to win this one

[Foxzee]

Please guys just remember also Patrick is getting his head around this whole thing...patience grasshoppers. He has done so well to keep updates happening etc, he is also not in any position to comment on injuries or speculations. What does get released is a family decision.

[onearmedbandit]

Moderators Note -- A request has been made to please keep all speculation etc off this thread. There will be updates when they are available. Thanks folks.

[budda]

Moderators Note -- A request has been made to please keep all speculation etc off this thread. There will be updates when they are available. Thanks folks.

there is an official protocol / process that is being followed TO THE LETTER ...... please all, lets put everything we have into supporting Cams family while they do what they can for him. There's some very special people all rooting for you Cam ..........

[jellywrestler]

It's a tough time for a number of people out there, Cam and family, my thoughts are with you and I know you're a strong young lad with plenty of fight in you to tackle this the best you can.
I had the pleasure to spend a day and a half with Cam last year or so so got to see who he was a bit more than the race track 'hiya', cool chap is Cam.
Spyda

[andrew a]

Hi all I raced with Cam at the last bucket GP. I didnt speak to him but gutted to hear about his accident. I want to wish him and his family all the best with his recovery.

[Foxzee]

No major change today for Cam....

[Pitchick]

All my thoughts are with the Jones family. Like everyone I will keep hoping and praying for the best possible outcome for Cam. Amazing things can happen even when the odds seem stacked against you, you just have to keep positive, and keep fighting for it. I have seen the amount of support out there, and it is heartwarming to see how the biking community comes together to support one another when its needed. Big thank-you to Patrick for keeping us updated, Kia Kaha, and don't forget to take care of yourself during all this.

[Shaun]

#26 Supporters, big thumbs up to you all

[Foxzee]

Apologies for not getting this up sooner.

Cam has been stable over the last few days. at intervals his sedation is reduced which allows some small responses. to see them is very exciting for us. the neural specialist is very pleased but is still very clear to us that cam's recovery will not be complete. we however now know how well he will be in six months. today he will get a mri scan allowing a better assessment of the spinal injury so they can surgically secure this as soon as possible. it all sounds tough but we are in good spirits and our list of "postitives" is long, so long in fact facebook couldn't fit them all in! im back home in invercargill now but will still be receiving updates from my family which i will pass on to you all as soon as i can. thanks for all your ongoing support and i hope to see most of you out at teretonga at the weekend. Patrick

[Foxzee]

The latest update from Pat:

Hey guys. for a while a good day was still having cam with us. then after the grim prognosis it was to have a day of stability and no more bad news. the last day has been stable. great. today cam was able to be away from icu for 2hrs for an MRI scan. he coped fine and initial reports show the head injury is stable plus the spinal injury is operable. so the doctor has scheduled a breathing tube operation on sunday. this is to aid the long "wake up" period proposed over future weeks. early next week they perform the spine operation, and the latest scan showed hope. so i guess we see this big day as good, or cautiously very good. thanks so much for the huge support we're getting. it helps us to help cam

[Dutchee]

Best wishes to Cam and family. Been following the thread as briefly met him at Taupo last year - and it's never good to hear of any bad accident.
Thanks for the updates :)

[Shaun]

He is really startinng to see light at the end of the tunnel now I feel, long tinme yet still though, but all looking a lot more positive:sunny:

[Yow Ling]

Thanks Foxzee and Patrick for the updates, its good to hear some ray of light in a pretty dark situation.
I think he needs a kg of RJs liquorice, Cam was pretty dissapointed when we got to RJs factory on the way to the bucket GP in Nov only to find they were closed. We are thinking about Cam alot

[ellipsis]

...yeah...there's a lot of love and hope...

[dangerous]

From a old has been that often had his arse kicked by Cam... all the best man, your good at winning so win this bastard of a race.

[Rick 52]

I had the pleasure of following Cam for 3/4 of the Bucket GP and managed to take a bike length 1 or 2 times but he would take a cheeky look over his shoulder and take it back ..Behind me was a Hoogie and when Cam pulled the pin 3/4 through the race Hoogie went with him I tried to stay with them but they were way too fast ,I was so pleased to be riding with such talented lads it made my GP!!
I wanted to say thanks at the end of the race but I will have to save it now untill next time ...Wish all his friends and family the best ..

[quickbuck]

Thoughts and best wishes go to Cam and the Jones family.

[Foxzee]

Latest from Pat:

Sometimes no change is a good thing, today that was the case for cam. he decided that seeing as it was the weekend he would just chill out and not do much.

[feral1]

Thinking of Cam, Pat, Pete and the wider Jones family. Stay strong guys. the de Boer family, the Netherlands.

[Maarty]

Latest from Pat:

Sometimes no change is a good thing, today that was the case for cam. he decided that seeing as it was the weekend he would just chill out and not do much.

Typical bloody teenager

[Meekey_Mouse]

Haven't been on kiwibiker for ages but when I heard of Cam's crash I thought there would be updates on here. Thanks for letting us all know how he is going foxzee... Wishing Cam, yourself and all of your family the best with lots of love being sent your way from across the Tazzy :love:

My brother has been in the hospital with possible head/spine injuries before and although that wasn't for as long I know how heart wrenching it is. It's never nice to see some one you love in that sort of condition. Thankfully it sounds like he's on the mends... Wishing you all the best and will check in on here when I can to see how he's going.

Jaz

[Foxzee]

The latest update via Patrick from his dad Peter:

update from my dad yesterday "congratulations to dennis charlett for his second race win, event overall win and moving into the chapionship lead with cam's #26. sortry to hear of no pole position or first race win. but #26 means cam jones, whose favourite saying is "what's the rush". cam is ok today, but planned procedures are delayed by slight infection, now looking better. we have news of great support and caring thought from the racing community at teretonga this weekend. thanks so much to you all."

[Foxzee]

The most recent update from Family:

It's been a busy time for Cam these last few days. A chest infection and slight gastric problems have delayed things a bit and caused some concern as well. But today it has become OK. Well enough to enable fitting his breathing tube which paves the way for better control of the chest problem and also is much better as he is reducing sedation, "waking up". The operation went well, and later tonight we spent about 20 minutes with him, he is definitely responding to our voices. It's a great feeling to see his eyes again. Maybe tomorrow we will see another step forward, maybe not. But we hope we are now back on track to schedule the operation to stabilise his spine in the coming week. We've had quite a few visitors this week, both at home and at the hospital. Our routine is to get home together for dinner, back to hospital and back for a normal nights sleep. So far so good! The visitors support is overwhelming, it keeps us going, not just spirit but in food! Being able to come home and just eat wonderful food is really great. Thanks so much for the help. We can't name you all, it's too many

[JayRacer37]

Foxee, thanks to you for keeping us updated on here, and Patrick on Facebook. All of the wider NZ road racing community, from the guys who have been doing it for years (Stroudy) though to people like me who have been out of it for a while really are wishing the best for Cam. Good hard mate, you will bounce back!

[jellywrestler]

Anyone visiting Any of the Jones family in the near future needs to think carefully as to whether they have got, or have recently had any sort of illnesses.
Cam is no doubt in a very weak condition and often when people are like this their immune system is pretty well shot so they can't afford even minor illnesses to get anywhere near them.
At this stage pretty well the only visitors are close family and it would be a shame for Peter, Felicity or any one of Cams siblings to either catch something and be unable to even visit and sit with Cam, or worse unknowingly catch something and pass it onto him and cause him harm
Thanks folks.

[Foxzee]

Anyone visiting Any of the Jones family in the near future needs to think carefully as to whether they have got, or have recently had any sort of illnesses.
Cam is no doubt in a very weak condition and often when people are like this their immune system is pretty well shot so they can't afford even minor illnesses to get anywhere near them.
At this stage pretty well the only visitors are close family and it would be a shame for Peter, Felicity or any one of Cams siblings to either catch something and be unable to even visit and sit with Cam, or worse unknowingly catch something and pass it onto him and cause him harm
Thanks folks.

Thanks Jelly Bum!...for adding this!..we also need to respect family time...and the Family has been awesome with updates...I'm on strict instruction on what to post here and that will be respected, as well as Jellywrestler's comment's...as I have said before "patience grasshopper's"..we all will get a chance when the time is right.....

[Crasherfromwayback]

Thanks Jelly Bum!...for adding this!..we also need to respect family time...and the Family has been awesome with updates...I'm on strict instruction on what to post here and that will be respected, as well as Jellywrestler's comment's...as I have said before "patience grasshopper's"..we all will get a chance when the time is right.....

Absolutely. So good of them to even take the time for updates with everything they have on their plate!

[Foxzee]

Latest update from Cam's Mum:

Life sucks sometimes. Cam takes 1 step forward and 2 back but report from Pete this morning is 1 step forward so we will cling to that at the moment. Chest infection is the major problem as treatment for spine has to go on hold until chest is under control. He is back under sedation and they put him back on the paralysing drug yesterday. Physio's working on his chest about 3/4 times a day and spend about an hour. We at the hospital most of the day in shifts but have tea at home and then go in to say goodnight. Thanks for your on going support and prayers.

[Duke girl]

Like most of us in the Racing scene both on the South Island as well as the North Island our thoughts are with Cams Family and friends.
May Cam pull through this horrific time he is going through and that it wont be long before he is out of hospital and back home with his Family.
The updates on Cams progress have been wonderful and I wish him all the very best for his recovery.
Thoughts are with you all.

[Foxzee]

Latest on Cam:

No change for Cam yesterday. Had meeting with Doctor on Friday. Not really what we wanted to hear, but we had expected it not to be good news. Cam is showing very low signs of response and they are hoping that when they remove sedation mid week that he will want to bring himself out of his unconsious state, however at present that does not seem likely. We all know Cameron for the determined young man that he is, and hope that his fighting spirit is just waiting in there to be released and prove his doctors wrong. They would love to see him do that. The chest infection is taking its time, so that is why he is still sedated as they can control his breathing easier.We value all the support we are getting from all over the world and tell Cam about your messages and visits. Its 2 weeks to the minute since the accident. The longest 2 weeks of our lives. Keep those prayers going

[onearmedbandit]

Thanks Foxzee, appreciate the updates.

[Foxzee]

No further updates at this stage, please don't be put off commenting or sending your love and prays to Cam. I came on strong at first as we didn't want a thread that went >>>>

Comment away with support, the family will enjoy reading all the positive vibes that you are all sending :)

[jellywrestler]

No further updates at this stage, please don't be put off commenting or sending your love and prays to Cam. I came on strong at first as we didn't want a thread that went >>>>

Comment away with support, the family will enjoy reading all the positive vibes that you are all sending :)
heads up on that one I reckon. Earlier on the family mentioned in one of their updates that he responded to their voices etc despite being in a coma (induced) Not sure whether they can take a laptop into ICU nevertheless I'm more than happy to print all the messages of support off and send them to Peter and Felicity so they can read them to Cam while Visiting.
No matter how small you think your message I'm sure Cam will be able to hear them read to him and keep the lad fighting what's up against him.
Spyda

[CHOPPA]

Stay strong mate! Im not taking your number 26 off the front of my bike until your rock solid and I dont wanna have to run number 261 after the nationals!

[puddytat]

yeah man...one of my best momentos of racing is a photo from sportsfotoz of being in amongst Cam & his quick mates through the carousel at Ruapuna...:woohoo:
# 79 SS senior

[slowpoke]

heads up on that one I reckon. Earlier on the family mentioned in one of their updates that he responded to their voices etc despite being in a coma (induced) Not sure whether they can take a laptop into ICU nevertheless I'm more than happy to print all the messages of support off and send them to Peter and Felicity so they can read them to Cam while Visiting.

No matter how small you think your message I'm sure Cam will be able to hear them read to him and keep the lad fighting what's up against him.
Spyda

Should take in some of Mr Collingwoods great video/audio footage (complete with your stellar commentary Spyda). Cam might enjoy listening to some bike action in the background while he's listening to his family chatting away. Probably wake up and tell everyone to be quiet so he can hear it, lol.

Seriously, Cam is never far from our thoughts and we're hoping to see you all smiling soon.

[Foxzee]

The latest update from the family today:

No change with Cameron today, Sedation reduction going OK. Managing to breathe with a little assistance however had a little hicup with his heart last night. They had to give him abit of help and when it happened twice through the night he managed to kick start it again by himself. That fighting spirit is there, so long may it last. They are planning to give him a haircut as worried about pressure sores on his head. He doesn't look quite the same with long hair. You people are great. We value your comments. We tell Cam all about them. Keep those positive thoughts going. We are.

[Crasherfromwayback]

The latest update from the family today:

No change with Cameron today, Sedation reduction going OK. Managing to breathe with a little assistance however had a little hicup with his heart last night. They had to give him abit of help and when it happened twice through the night he managed to kick start it again by himself. That fighting spirit is there, so long may it last. They are planning to give him a haircut as worried about pressure sores on his head. He doesn't look quite the same with long hair. You people are great. We value your comments. We tell Cam all about them. Keep those positive thoughts going. We are.

Give him a Rossi # 1 buzz cut!

[Dutchee]

No further updates at this stage, please don't be put off commenting or sending your love and prays to Cam. I came on strong at first as we didn't want a thread that went >>>>

Comment away with support, the family will enjoy reading all the positive vibes that you are all sending :)

While the thread appears to be quiet, there are plenty of people reading the updates on Cam's status. I see it as a sign of respect that people have heeded the comment about speculation, and know everyone is keeping Cam in their thoughts and hoping for a positive result.

Heck, that's very un-KB like, shows the feelings towards this young man :)
If you don't mind, I'd also like to mention the sticky at the top of this forum posted by Yow-Ling.
Best wishes to Cam and his family from me (Michelle) :)
(sorry this edit function causes a white box with white text,k so I can't edit where I want to - the sticky's about some great coffee to help Cam) :)

[Nicksta]

ditto Dutchee...

thoughts are still with Cam and family..... thank you for the updates :hug:

[koba]

While the thread appears to be quiet, there are plenty of people reading the updates on Cam's status. I see it as a sign of respect that people have heeded the comment about speculation, and know everyone is keeping Cam in their thoughts and hoping for a positive result.


Absolutely. More thoughts and hopes here.

[Foxzee]

Latest update from the family.....

Been abit of an emotional rollercoaster since our last post. Cameron is with us abit now. Eyes open and responding to voices and lots of facial expressions, However can not breathe on his own and appears to have no movement from the neck down. Doctors now think he has had damage to the brain stem [ part that attaches to spinal cord ] and also that he may have had a stroke. He needs to get his lungs going so that is his next mission and unfortunately we can only be there to support him through it, he has to do this part on his own. We all know how determined he can be, so lets all pray that he has still got that drive in him. I believe that some of you are raising funds to help Cam in the future. Thanks for believing in him and for being there for us all.

[Crasherfromwayback]

A really tough time for you all. My fingers are crossed for you.

Pete

[slowpoke]

Latest update from the family.....

Thanks for believing in him and for being there for us all.

Belief? You betcha! He's a fast lil' bugger used to living on the edge at speeds most of us can only dream of on 2 wheels, so living on the edge in a stationary hospital bed on 4 wheels? Pfffft, a walk in the park for Cam.

[k14]

Latest update from the family.....

Been abit of an emotional rollercoaster since our last post. Cameron is with us abit now. Eyes open and responding to voices and lots of facial expressions, However can not breathe on his own and appears to have no movement from the neck down. Doctors now think he has had damage to the brain stem [ part that attaches to spinal cord ] and also that he may have had a stroke. He needs to get his lungs going so that is his next mission and unfortunately we can only be there to support him through it, he has to do this part on his own. We all know how determined he can be, so lets all pray that he has still got that drive in him. I believe that some of you are raising funds to help Cam in the future. Thanks for believing in him and for being there for us all.
Wow, I don't know what to say. That is the most terrible of news. I've been thinking of Cam a lot lately and wishing for the best. Here's hoping that his condition improves. Hard to know what to say in a situation like this.

[nsrpaul]

i read this thread every day hoping for some good news, hard to know what to say but hope that something positive can be taken from people all over the country that have met Cam via racing or otherwise are hoping for a good recovery and to catch up with him again
Paul

[dangerous]

Wow, I don't know what to say. That is the most terrible of news. I've been thinking of Cam a lot lately and wishing for the best. Here's hoping that his condition improves. Hard to know what to say in a situation like this.ya unfortunatly kinda right aye, and I couldnt have said it beter, its not looking good fuck it but miracals can and do happen.

[Yow Ling]

One way you can support Cam and the Joneses is by purchasing Cams Coffee

http://www.facebook.com/groups/287280401331414/

Thanks

[Shaun]

God works in strange ways, he kept a piece of poo like my here for a reason, I am sure Cameron is going to be all good in time

[dangerous]

One way you can support Cam and the Joneses is by purchasing Cams Coffee

http://www.facebook.com/groups/287280401331414/

Thanksbrought mine, from Pitlane MC stunk the truck out all the way home, ummm

[Yow Ling]

brought mine, from Pitlane MC stunk the truck out all the way home, ummm

Thanks D, good work

[quickbuck]

God works in strange ways, he kept a piece of poo like my here for a reason, I am sure Cameron is going to be all good in time

True that Shaun.
Thoughts are with Cam, from sombody who has picked him up from the side of the track before....
Such a shame it was so much more serious this time... Heal up in your own good time young fella.

[Meekey_Mouse]

Nice to hear he can open his eyes and respond a bit... Every little step in the right direction is really good :)

If i was to try raise interest in the coffee over here would it be possible to ship some over to Victoria, Aus?

Stick in their Cam, family and friends... Take each minute as it comes and we're all still thinking of you every day over the Tassy here.

[Dutchee]

Nice to hear he can open his eyes and respond a bit... Every little step in the right direction is really good :)

If i was to try raise interest in the coffee over here would it be possible to ship some over to Victoria, Aus?

Stick in their Cam, family and friends... Take each minute as it comes and we're all still thinking of you every day over the Tassy here.

We'd probably have to work out the import rules, and if Yow Ling isn't able to, I can grab some extras and send them over. (I've got time to go to a PO during the week).
As to how Cam's doing, so long as there are positives, that's a good thing, hopefully he can work through the negatives, and we know he'll have support from friends and family.
Thanks for the updates, we're all wishing Cam and family all the best :)

[Yow Ling]

Nice to hear he can open his eyes and respond a bit... Every little step in the right direction is really good :)

If i was to try raise interest in the coffee over here would it be possible to ship some over to Victoria, Aus?

Stick in their Cam, family and friends... Take each minute as it comes and we're all still thinking of you every day over the Tassy here.

We are working on it right now , we will know if we can do it easily in a few days. Hang in there

[Meekey_Mouse]

We are working on it right now , we will know if we can do it easily in a few days. Hang in there

No worries... If it's not possible or will be too difficult PM me an account number and I will see what I can do with that.

[Foxzee]

Unfortunately I have had no further release of news from the family but let's all work on

"No news is good news"

I have for Wellington people and Wairarapa people set up a Cam's coffee bulk order, with the kind assistance of Darbis we can distribute further than our local order now up as far as Kapiti..we have amazing order's so far, so if you want jump on board PM I'll add you to my FB event...Thank you to all for your support, prays, thoughts!

PS..If you don't have a Facebook....just PM me and I'll sort it for you!

[Foxzee]

Now as far as Palmy orders can be taken...woo hoo....wonderful people you all are!

[Foxzee]

Latest from Family:

On to day 23 now. Cam had lots of friends visit over the long weekend and he coped, but is very tired at present. Over night the lungs decided to protest so he is back to major physio sessions again however he has fought this once and will do again, I'm sure. Today they moved him out of CICU into the longterm care of ICU. Same floor [1], just turn right instead of left at lift. The nurse feels this is a positive step. They also think that he is taking very small breaths so we hope that these will help develop his lungs. To all of you buying coffee, thank you. Jones Family.

Yay exciting news this is...Cam is smelling his coffee and wants it I'm sure :)

[Foxzee]

Coffee orders still being taken for those who are in the Wellington, Wairarapa and Palmy area....with the generous support of Mike and Darbis Wellington we can do it...if you want any PM me and I'll make it happen...thanks to those that have already!

[Foxzee]

Moderator...I'm so sorry I have taken myself of thread can you put me in the right place??????...I should be ranting about Coffee over in the next thread >>>>> that way..oppps so sorry!

[Souther flags]

Don,t be sorry Foxzee. All info is good at this time .Iam not on facebook so is there any other way to order coffee. Vic.

[F5 Dave]

Sticky at the top of the racing thread has the coffee details, good on ya mate.

Good news of progress, I've been checking most days hoping for things to get better.

[Foxzee]

Don,t be sorry Foxzee. All info is good at this time .Iam not on facebook so is there any other way to order coffee. Vic.

Hey there, as F5 Dave has said, there are also outlet's in CHCH that are stocking the coffee, Label X at 4 Cass Street have some. Let me know if you can't track any down :)

[Yow Ling]

Hey there, as F5 Dave has said, there are also outlet's in CHCH that are stocking the coffee, Label X at 4 Cass Street have some. Let me know if you can't track any down :)

Also available from Street and Sport Motorcycles in Sydenham

[dangerous]

Also available from Street and Sport Motorcycles in Sydenhamalso availble from pitlane m/c in darfeild

[Gone Burger]

I do not know Cam personally but have heard from many people about what a wonderful person he is, and by the sounds of it a real fighter. Thoughts are with him and his family, wishing him positive progress through his recovery. With the strength that he sounds like he has, that will carry him far. I don't drink coffee but will contact you anyway foxzee to buy some and support him from afar.

[Foxzee]

Here is the lastest update:

Hard update today. Yesterday, the head Neuro doctor told us that Cam will not be with us for very much longer. The brain is failing to keep his vital organs going and he is now unresponsive to anything. The lungs are failing to work on their own. He has now been put in room 12 of ICU. This is a room on his own and he can have any visitors at any time during the day. This is your chance to say goodbye to this special young man. One of the family is there 24 hours a day. He looks tired and peaceful. Sorry to post this, we know it will be hard for alot of you, as it is for us, but it appears that this is one race Cam is not going to win. Thanks for your ongoing support- from Felicity and Peter Jones

[Marknz]

Here is the lastest update:

Hard update today. Yesterday, the head Neuro doctor told us that Cam will not be with us for very much longer. The brain is failing to keep his vital organs going and he is now unresponsive to anything. The lungs are failing to work on their own. He has now been put in room 12 of ICU. This is a room on his own and he can have any visitors at any time during the day. This is your chance to say goodbye to this special young man. One of the family is there 24 hours a day. He looks tired and peaceful. Sorry to post this, we know it will be hard for alot of you, as it is for us, but it appears that this is one race Cam is not going to win. Thanks for your ongoing support- from Felicity and Peter Jones

Gutted for Cam and his family.

I for one would like my share of the funds raised for him to go to something the family consider doing in his name.... just sayin'.

Mark

[k14]

Here is the lastest update:

Hard update today. Yesterday, the head Neuro doctor told us that Cam will not be with us for very much longer. The brain is failing to keep his vital organs going and he is now unresponsive to anything. The lungs are failing to work on their own. He has now been put in room 12 of ICU. This is a room on his own and he can have any visitors at any time during the day. This is your chance to say goodbye to this special young man. One of the family is there 24 hours a day. He looks tired and peaceful. Sorry to post this, we know it will be hard for alot of you, as it is for us, but it appears that this is one race Cam is not going to win. Thanks for your ongoing support- from Felicity and Peter Jones
Wow :weep: not the news I was hoping for.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Here is the lastest update:



Terrible news. My mother, sister and myself had to unplug Dad beginning of Nov, so I know how it feels to have to do so. You've got to appreciate that you're sending him to a far better place though.

Condolences to all involved.

Pete

[Quasi]

Sometimes the journey is just too hard and there has been so much love, strength and support along they way, but Cam has now reached the stage where he needs to travel ahead on his own. He will not be alone as so many people hold him in their heart.I salute you Cam for the great race you have had till now, you are heading over a different finish line, but we are all cheering you on. Peace to you always.

[Drew]

ARSE BISCUITS!!!!!

Deepest condolences to Cam's family. There aren't words to describe how sorry I, and i'm sure all of us are for you.

Dee, Jody has ordered two already, but sign me up for another two bags of espresso coffe please, pm to confirm.

Shit, I've never even met the lad and I'm getting choked up!

[budda]

Absolutely gutted for your family Cam ...... so unfair

[Str8 Jacket]

Pete and family I am absolutely gutted for you. RIP Cam, ride forever.

[rachprice]

That breaks my heart....he sounded like a wonderful young man

[slowpoke]

So sad to hear this news, my condolences to the Jones family. As per usual Cam's put up a helluva fight eh?

Hmmmm,I just had an image flash through my head of Cam and Marco Simoncelli trackside somewhere doing that hand movement thing that all racers do as they chat away......I hope you'll gimme an introduction when we next meet young fella. 'Til then you'll be sorely missed.

[RobGassit]

Incredibly sad news. Best wishes to all the family. Cam will be remembered well by all the racing fraternity.

[dangerous]

So sad to hear this news, my condolences to the Jones family. As per usual Cam's put up a helluva fight eh?

Hmmmm,I just had an image flash through my head of Cam and Marco Simoncelli trackside somewhere doing that hand movement thing that all racers do as they chat away......I hope you'll gimme an introduction when we next meet young fella. 'Til then you'll be sorely missed.
And that is how he should be remembered, Cam and Marco, awesome... attached is a photo of Cam following Budha, Yowling and myself... not often he was behind us, but we three old bastards didnt often let a young hairy arsed wee brat get the better of us, Cam did. I will post up more photos of Cam (less us yobo's in it) when I get the chance to sort them.

Peter Jones (oyster) will be taking this very very hard, If only there was something I/we could do, hang in there Pete and family.

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[yungatart]

Such sad news.
My thoughts are with his family and close friends.

Kia kaha

[Biggles08]

And that is how he should be remembered,

This is how I will remember Camron....always!

Mate....I'm absolutely gutted. I can't imagine how hard this is for his family...:weep::bye:

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[Meekey_Mouse]

Very sad news... My condolences to all of Cam's family and friends :cry: :hug:

[gav]

So sad, don't know what to say. Such a great kid and great family. Life certainly sucks arse sometimes ... :confused:

[Sarah311]

The most tragic of news that leaves the living feeling so cheated and helpless.
The greatest challenge for the family is now before them, and I like so many others, offer my love and support and condolences to them at this most saddest of time.
Kia kaha - in it's truest sense, be strong in spirit - Arohanui Cam, may your memory live on in the happy times people will come to remember most as time passes.
Sarah

[onearmedbandit]

Absolutely gutted, terrible news. My condolences to all his family and friends through this terrible time.

[blackdog]

Only the good die young.

Heartbreaking.

[CHOPPA]

Has Cam officially passed away?

[Foxzee]

Has Cam officially passed away?
NO NO NO on so many levels NO!..Hoogie has been into to see him today and he is still fighting his battle...the release was what the doctors have said and reality is we have to trust their diagnosis to be precise however we can't predict what Cam thinks of that news and his reaction to it all.

[gixerracer]

Has Cam officially passed away?

You would think so but no he hasnt

[Souther flags]

Keep fighting Cam Support from all Ruapuna flaggies. Vic

[Billy]

You would think so but no he hasnt

Well you are on Kiwibiker !!!!

[Foxzee]

Unfortunately this morning Cam passed away peacefully.

RIP #26

[Bikemad]

very sad to hear...........My deepest condolences to all of the Jones family and friends

[Crasherfromwayback]

Terribly sad news. R.I.P young fella.

[Ivan]

rest in peace cam

[Paul in NZ]

Very sorry to hear that. It sounds like he was a nice young man and thats something we will always need... Kind wishes from Vicki and myself....

[Billy]

Unfortunately this morning Cam passed away peacefully.

RIP #26

A truly remarkable young man taken way to soon,Your spirit will live on among us,

RIP 26

[Foxzee]

Here is the message from Patrick Jones (Cam's bro):

Day 26 and very appropriate that at 8.06am Cameron chose to leave us all. His passing was very peaceful, painless and quick and Peter was with him. He has fought a brave fight but over the last few days we have seen him deteriorate. He has had so many wonderful people around to say goodbye to him this week. As a family we have valued your support. We were truly blessed to have such a kind and loving young man as part of our family and his memory will always be very much alive. Our thoughts are with you all as you grieve Cameron in your own way.

[Ronin]

RIP Cam.

On day 26...

[Dutchee]

Condolences to all family and friends. RIP Cam, you'll be missed :(

[MSTRS]

Very sad, but somehow a relief too. Thinking of his family in their time of grief.

[placidfemme]

Rest in peace Cam, have fun riding the endless twisties in the skies! Thoughts and prayers to his friends and family *hugs*

[PSYCHO]

rest in peace cam

[Kiwi Graham]

Glad to have know you Cam #26 RIP
Condolences to family & friends.
KG

[Gone Burger]

I shed a tear last night reading all the messages of love, respect, and deepest sadness for Cam that have been coming from every direction over this past week. A tradgic event and many hearts are sure to be broken. Life is not about what you have achieved, but who you are as a person. These messages show what an incredible man he was with an overwhelming amount of love from his friends. To be remembered like this is a true testiment to having lived to your potential. Bugga the daily shit in life, to have words like this said about you is worth more than a life time of money, success, posestions. You earnt love and those who knew you are touched for life. You just became a hero of mine, a perfect stranger but a true inspiration. RIP Cam, what a memory you have left behind.

[discodan]

So sorry to hear this news.

My condolences go out to his closest friends and family. He was a very well respected rider and person. He won't be forgotten.

[Mental Trousers]

Tragic news. Condolences to Cam's friends and family.

Please note that I have changed the title of this thread.

[ClutchITUP]

REST IN PEACE mate. feeling for those who are left. Make everyday count people!

[The Singing Chef]

My condolences and prayers for the family, it is very sad news to hear.

[F5 Dave]

Rest in peace young Cam.

[Tony.OK]

RIP young fella.............condolences to all family and friends.

Lump in throat and I didn't even know ya...........great to see all the love out there.

Ride hard up in the clouds dude!

[onearmedbandit]

RIP Cam. Very sad day indeed.

[quickbuck]

So sorry to hear.
RIP Cam.

[durp]

I am so sorry for the family. Must feel unbearable right now for them. RIP cam. And to the family, the loss gets easier to deal with in time. It will always hurt, but the load will continue to get lighter and lighter with each day.

When I lost my daughter, I never thought I'd get through it. But you find a way, and you'll be able to get through it.

So sorry for them.

[Biggles08]

I will miss Cam's cheek in the pits and his friendly nature as a good all round top bloke. He was always keen to chat and say hi no matter where. I am so sad with this news and I can only imagine how his family must feel. Hell... I feel like I have lost a brother and I only raced with him. Thats how he made me feel...like his bro!

Mate...its such a shame and we all will miss you Cam. To his family, my heart goes out to you...remember you have each other to get through this...and remember you have us too, the extended family. RIP #26...you will never be forgotten!

Marcus

[chanceyy]

Rest In Peace Cam

Race with the Angels :)

[budda]

When all you can do isnt enough, just got to go with it I guess ....... and Cam gave it his best !!!!!!!!!

There arent any words for how deeply I feel for your family Cam - say Hi to Allan and Paul for me please mate

[brads]

When all you can do isnt enough, just got to go with it I guess ....... and Cam gave it his best !!!!!!!!!

There arent any words for how deeply I feel for your family Cam - say Hi to Allan and Paul for me please mate

Nice Budda.

[jellywrestler]

Tough as it all may be Cam fought this but couldn't win. Even if he had won the battle to stay alive given the state of his known injuries, far less the unknown ones, his life and those close to him probably wouldn't have been much.
Don't question his choice to race bikes either. Cam and the whole Jones family had gained a lot from that and earned a lot of respect and friends too along the way; true it dealt this to them but look also at those who just a week earlier had gone for a peaceful balloon ride at Carterton and see how that puts a moment like this into perspective.
True this is a cruel blow but it's now time to look at what Cam and the Jones means to us and enjoy that bit and be thankful that despite todays passing there is now no uncertainty in what his future may have held.
I'll be having a beer for you tonight little buddy, and I've had a tear in my eye today for ya too.


Spyda

[steveyb]

For Cam.
:cry:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5BBEOjUKrI

Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans.......

[quickbuck]

Tough as it all may be Cam fought this but couldn't win. Even if he had won the battle to stay alive given the state of his known injuries, far less the unknown ones, his life and those close to him probably wouldn't have been much.
Don't question his choice to race bikes either. Cam and the whole Jones family had gained a lot from that and earned a lot of respect and friends too along the way; true it dealt this to them but look also at those who just a week earlier had gone for a peaceful balloon ride at Carterton and see how that puts a moment like this into perspective.
True this is a cruel blow but it's now time to look at what Cam and the Jones means to us and enjoy that bit and be thankful that despite todays passing there is now no uncertainty in what his future may have held.
I'll be having a beer for you tonight little buddy, and I've had a tear in my eye today for ya too.


Spyda
I must spread Rep before giving to Spyda again.......

Agree with you 100% Spyda.
Wanted to say something like that.....
Just didn't know how to say it.

[richban]

Rest in peace Cam. You are mist.

[Foxzee]

Tough as it all may be Cam fought this but couldn't win. Even if he had won the battle to stay alive given the state of his known injuries, far less the unknown ones, his life and those close to him probably wouldn't have been much.
Don't question his choice to race bikes either. Cam and the whole Jones family had gained a lot from that and earned a lot of respect and friends too along the way; true it dealt this to them but look also at those who just a week earlier had gone for a peaceful balloon ride at Carterton and see how that puts a moment like this into perspective.
True this is a cruel blow but it's now time to look at what Cam and the Jones means to us and enjoy that bit and be thankful that despite todays passing there is now no uncertainty in what his future may have held.
I'll be having a beer for you tonight little buddy, and I've had a tear in my eye today for ya too.


Spyda

Well said Syda, I had a composition running wildly around me head along the same lines however would not have nailed it down as you have. I would also just like to say a huge thank you to all that have viewed and commented, and those yet to comment the way you have all respected this thread is a credit to each and every one of you and shows much respect for Cam. Your comments of love, support and prays have been a comfort to the family.

[Yow Ling]

Hey Cam we are all going to miss you. Tomorrow at KOR we can celebrate you, Ill do my best to get a podium thats what you were always pushing me for.
Rest peacefully Cam Jones No26

[scott411]

RIP fellow racer,

to all his family and friends, my thoughts and sympathy are there for you on a day that will not be easier, i hope it helps knowing he went out doing something he loved,

[Sketchy Snr]

Condolences to family and friends of Cam from the Sketchy"s

[Maha]

Sad news indeed..


Mark.

[speights_bud]

RIP Cam.


Paddy

[Keystone19]

Rest in peace Cam.

My thoughts with your family and extended racing family.

[Foxzee]

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[koba]

Condolences.

Malcolm.

[SS90]

I first met Cam about 10 years ago, when Dominic started racing 125's.

A group of us used to impose on the Jones Family en mass every time there was a big meeting at Teratonga.

A couple of times my girlfriend came with us, and Cam willingly gave up his bed to her so that she did't have to sleep on the crowded floor in the upstairs lounge.

Pete and Felicity raised one heck of a Family, and have my sincere sympathy at this time, as do his Brothers.

[husaberg]

That is truly devastating news. Pete and Family and Cams friends my thoughts are with you.

[kiwi cowboy]

RIP cam.
Feel for the family and freinds.

[Cleve]

RIP Cam. Say hi to Marco, Shoya and others. Deepest condolences to family and friends.

[FruitLooPs]

My deepest sympathies to the Jones family, I've only met Cam a few times but he seemed like a chip off the old block and a super nice upstanding guy like his brothers. May he rest in peace.

[Kornholio]

RIP young fella :|

[SWERVE]

Cam was an inspiration to so many young riders. I hope the existing young riders and those that enter into this sport take the spirit and memory of Cam with them as they compete in the sport and in life.
My sincere condolences to all the Jones family.
RIP Champ .

[crazy man]

very sorry to hear RIP cam

[Number One]

RIP young man. My heart goes out to Cams mum, dad, siblings and extended family.

I shall savour the coffee and remember each time I drink it how we must all make the most of every day we have in life and with those we love.

[Foxzee]

Latest from family:..

Hard day today making arrangements for Camerons funeral. We have shed lots of tears and also had alot of laughs. Funeral is on Wednesday at 2pm at Westpark, [ Lamb & Hayward ], 467 Wairakei Rd, Burnside, Christchurch. We also now have Cameron at home and you are welcome to come to our home and spend time with Cameron and/or ourselves if you wish. He looks great. Someone will be here at all times so please come anytime. Thinking of you all and hope you have support, as we do, to get through this sad time...

[Foxzee]

If anyone wishes to visit Cam at home please PM me and I'll give address details..sorry forgot to add this to above post!

[Duke girl]

Condolences to Cams Family, Friends and The Racing scene on both the Sth & Nth lslands on the loss of such a well loved and respected guy Cameron Jones.
#26 will live in the hearts of many and may your rides continue on above forever.
RIP Cam.
You truely will be missed.

[jellywrestler]

Hey folks
I was talking to Dee Wintle tonight and she mentioned that the family are still welcoming visitors to their home in ChurChur to visit both them and Cam until 3 PM tommorow.
Don't be nervous, they've had the worst 26 days pass them now it's time for a few smiles and endless cups of tea, and for those from out of town there's probably some liquefaction to shovel somewhere around the place!
Rather than broadcast the address on here just PM if you feel like you want to pay a visit.

thanks folks
Spyda

[Foxzee]

Hey folks
I was talking to Dee Wintle tonight and she mentioned that the family are still welcoming visitors to their home in ChurChur to visit both them and Cam until 3 PM tommorow.
Don't be nervous, they've had the worst 26 dyas pass them now it's time for a few smiles and endless cups of tea, and for those from out of town there's probably some liquefaction to shovel somewhere around the place!
Rather than broadcast the address on here just PM if you feel like you want to pay a visit.

thanks folks
Spyda

You just have the best way with words Syda...

Aka Dee

[Foxzee]

Latest from the family: Please note the time change of visiting Cam we originally (post above) said 3pm today however the family has said up until the time Cam leaves the house is okay - my apologies this was a me stuff up!

Hi from the Jones family. Cam has been home since Saturday in his room. His room has always been super tidy and a real youngsters "cave" of his passions and interest. So it is lovely. We've had so many people visiting and spending time in the room, writing in the diary, putting 26's on his casket, writing little memories on them. Beautiful, and helping to heal us all. He will leave tommorrow at 9.50 am (through the window!!!) so if you wish to visit, even if it's the 10th time, then please come along. You may wish to help us as we take him out and away to the hearse. Another special moment you can share with us. We're aware so many people are coming to Christchurch from far away for Cam's funeral tomorrow. Please, if you are coming from outside Christchurch, don't hesitate to visit us at any time during your stay, including after the funeral. And we might add, after the funeral we will be coming directly back to our home in Highsted Rd and invite you all to join us here, especially again the ones from far away. All our love and thanks for your overwhelming support. We will all heal together. But of course we will NEVER forget that cheeky little man.....

[Dutchee]

Foxzee, thank you for all the updates, and thank the family as well.
Best wishes for tomorrow to all attending :) (I figured out at the end of a friend's funeral last year they had tissues, which I'd forgotten to take along, wish I'd spotted them earlier, but did think my mate would've been laughing at me, just for a change) - so if you forget your tissues, look down the back of the chapel.

[k14]

I still can't find the words to describe how gutted I am for Cam and his family. He was an awesome guy and I really enjoyed racing with him. My thoughts are with everyone this afternoon for his funeral, sorry I couldn't make it. Rest in peace buddy.

[feral1]

Well said Kirk. Feel the same way. Really feel for the family today. Eric

[Foxzee]

Update from Patrick (Cam's Bro)

this is the transcript of dads eulogy for cameron.

Cameron Peter Jones (Cam) 26 Dec 1992 – 10 Feb 2012
Around nineteen years ago the Jones family were at a family wedding in Palmerston North.
Felicity, Peter, Dominic, Patrick and Richard made a busy little family, busy enough they thought, but while at this wedding Felicity told Peter of this feeling a little surprise was in store.
Yes, that ...soon became the family Christmas present for 1992, arriving on the 26th. A day late? We were later to learn little Cameron Peter had a saying “what’s the rush”. The family lived in a big old house surrounded by ancient forest in Otatara, near Invercargill. Such an idyllic setting. Cameron was born at home and proudly declared his birthplace as Otatara.
His younger years were ones of chasing older brothers, through the forest, on the beaches, lakes and mountains of his surrounds. Otatara kindy and primary school were vibrant places to make lifelong friends. He was loved and fussed over by Granny, Nana and Gaga, plus local adopted uncles and aunts, Jenni and Paul Nixon. A little trip away to town with Diggy turned into afternoon tea, dinner, tucked into bed and finally returned a day later. This wonderful community of warm, strong and honest families formed Cameron amongst the easy going roads linking friends, shared by people, cars bikes and horses. For a young boy, paradise it was.

He travelled often, Australia, Fiji, and all over New Zealand. His eyes were bright and he absorbed it all. He understood people and how to make their eyes bright too.
Motorbikes seemed to be about the place quite a bit, his older brothers keen to ride Oreti beach on old bikes scavenged from the dump. On the back with dad, then later on his own little bike, the 1 hour ride to Riverton for an icecream was a great idea! While the older boys got keen on racing, Cameron actually wasn’t really interested in bikes. Soccer, running, netball, athletics and skiing were better.
One day he saw a minimoto bike while visiting Teretonga race track with his brothers. So at around 10 years old, complete with baggy leathers he did a couple of laps reaching amazing speeds as high as 20 kilometers per hour.
A year or two later, the family moved on to Christchurch, where he attended Casebrook Intermediate.
Wonderful friendships made in Otatara remain today. As he left Otatara he asked “can I have a going away party”. Of course. A day later, while looking down at his feet another question “ can I ask some girls” Of course. A wonderful party, the girls outnumbering the boys, and plenty more turning up uninvited. Cam had always attracted a wonderful group of friends, adoring girls in particular seeming abundant!
Once in Christchurch he revelled in all school sports, and as he progressed through Papanui High School focused on Outdoor Education.
Aged 12 he hadn’t forgotton his minimoto bike experience so he starting racing at the Moorhouse Ave track on Monday nights. From there he joined his big brothers in the circuit racing, starting his training on a Yamaha TZR 50.
His racing interest gained momentum when he had a busy year in Streetstock, a junior form of road racing. Collecting many trophies, and towards the year end breaking the Ruapuna lap record he graduated to 125GP at a very young 13 years old. A few club meetings then straight into a National Championship, he developed quickly. A year later he was to challenge for the New Zealand championship a week or two after turning 15. He won 9 races, the other 6 in the top four to convincingly win the New Zealand title and the prestigious Grand Prix. He also won the award “New Zealand’s most promising newcomer to Road Racing” and remains the youngest rider to win a New Zealand road racing title.

He didn’t just ride at the highest level of competition, but had a great passion to ride smaller bucket racers, classic bikes and anything with two wheels and a motor. He rode for shear enjoyment on the track, and the friendships amongst riders, officials and supporters off track. When not riding, he’d be there flag marshalling or coaching. This was truly Cam’s “Happy Place”.
Subsequent championships, one on a 125gp and two in the much tougher 600 Sports production were plagued with problems, mostly out of his control. But those who watched Cameron closely could see he was riding well, and constantly improving. The third, and recent 600 Sports Production championship was well prepared for by Cameron. He had worked and trained hard all year, his aim to produce a good steady championship result with the small resources he had. A good start at Ruapuna, then at Levels, just when everything seeming in order, lightning struck. Hard, very hard.
Cameron wasn’t just about bikes. He enjoyed people, socialising freely and making friends easily with a witty, confident and respectful manner. Academically he achieved highly, but his main interest was sport and the outdoors. In his final year at school he had some challenging tramping adventures in the alpine areas.
Throughout his teenage years he loved soccer , plus a lot of cycling, mountainbiking and running. He maintained superb level of fitness. Last year, after a bit of a rotten racing championship, he set a new goal. “I’m going to run the marathon” he said. No, not the half, but the full 42km. Detailed as ever, he worked out his training. 3 runs of 14km per week. Just pick a pace to make sure he’s not too puffed. So on the day just do them all one after the other. Simple!
He did 33km and had to stop. He was gutted, but was firmly reminded that this was a tremendous result. Cam had high goals and even higher determination
This recent year was his first out of school, employed by a motorcycle accessory wholesaler. Heaven for Cameron! His school era employment at MacDonalds taught him many good skills, then he applied that to gain great respect in his first year at Darbi Accessories. He was certainly dedicated. In the big snowfall that brought Christchurch to a standstill last year, he set off to work 20 minutes earlier than usual to cope with the conditions. The road camber and slippery condition caused him to nearly fall off his bicycle several times. After riding nearly right across the city, a few minutes from work he got the phone call to say “no work today”

At home he was a talented and capable person in the workshop. Paint, fiberglass, making parts, taking bikes apart, then back together. Tyres, car repairs, graphics working metals were all capabilities Cam had. Most importantly, he was patient, thorough, tidy and took pride in his work.
Thoughout the 6 years or racing, Cam was supported by his family. Dominic helped with bike preparation and mentoring. Dennis Charlett and Steve Ward contributed a huge amount also. And Mum and dad? Well, simply, the support, the bacon and egg pie and the cash. Just like any normal parents. So when Cam had his first full time year of work he was determined to not only pay fair board, but to buy the GSXR 600 and the bucket his parents had funded for him. On top of that club season racing costs, buying and running a van and tackling the massive costs of new riding gear and championship costs. And he achieved all that. Rather remarkable for an 18 year old.

The hard bit.
On Sunday 15th Jan, Cam prepared for the “scrub in” session for his Championship races in the afternoon. The tyres on the bike were already scrubbed from the qualifying session previously, so the bike would be ready to go and comfortable. The bike he’d ridden for 3 years would be just warmed up and ready for him to settle into his race programme.
Something went wrong, at 9.50 he left for Timaru Hospital in the ambulance with Mum. Dad following in the car. From there to Christchurch ICU with diagnosed severe head and spinal injuries.
The next 26 days are ones of steps forward, steps backward. The odds remained tough. About 16 days later he regains some remarkable consciousness. Stunning us all, we are thrilled to see recognition, response, and able to understand words. What a breakthrough. Does this mean he will get better? No one knows, but things are still tough as he cannot breathe unassisted. Around day 20 we see declining response, by 24 it’s confirmed Cam will pass away. The continuous trail of loving friends and family wishing him to get better now visited him to give messages of farewell.

Cam has many, many young people who have great respect and affection for him. One such person came in early on Friday morning to be with him. She sat with him for an hour or two before leaving to go off to work. As Felicity walked her to work, Peter was with Cameron when he calmly and quickly passed away in his arms. His father’s wish to embrace him as he passed was fulfilled.
This was day 26
Cameron Jones, forever a beautiful young man, not an unkind word to say, not a thought that doesn’t think of how to bring happiness to others.
There is not the tiniest doubt about Cameron’s wishes as he passed away. He want’s us to support each other, so we heal, and turn sorrow into joy. Joy in the knowledge he is at peace. Joy in reflection of the wonderful times we had together. His life was short, too short, but we are all the richer for his gift of 19 years. His time with us is truly a blessing.
Thank you Cameron, you will be forever loved, forever remembered, forever missed. Be at peace

[Kickaha]

I first met Cam about 10 years ago, when Dominic started racing 125's.

A group of us used to impose on the Jones Family en mass every time there was a big meeting at Teratonga.

A couple of times my girlfriend came with us, and Cam willingly gave up his bed to her so that she did't have to sleep on the crowded floor in the upstairs lounge.
That would have been about 2000-01 when we went down with the Fiddler, Cam Horgan, Ropehead, Gambler? and Phil, Cam was probably about 7 then and Peter and Felicity very understanding and generous hosts

I last spoke with Cam just before Christmas when in a random encounter he was walking past work and saw me and ventured in to say hello and chat for a bit about the coming Nationals
Time before that I saw him sliding down the track on his arse after making it about 20 metres onto the track for the BOB and dumping it right in front of me on the warmup lap


Pete and Felicity raised one heck of a Family, and have my sincere sympathy at this time, as do his Brothers.
That they did


Update from Patrick (Cam's Bro)

this is the transcript of dads eulogy for cameron.



I had a few tears in my eyes when that was being read out, it was a good send off for him and well attended and however hard it was for myself and the others it's nothing compared to what the family has been through

[puddytat]

Thinking of you all at MCC,& especially the family & friends of such a fine young man.

[jellywrestler]

The funeral went well Neil Ritchie ran the whole show even got in an advert for Jock Woodleys RG250 race bike too. ($5k BTW)
Coolest moment was a young lady Cam had obviously been woo-ing who so bravely got up and spoke of him and an outing where he took her out to dinner "at the food court"...
Biggest question after it; how did their Family dog end up with a name Porsche in a family so Motorcycling orientated????


And for all those who've posted on here, Peter and family may have not posted anything over the time but they watched every single word said here; and Peter knew how many people had viewed the thread too so thanks for that folks, it was and still is a valuable component of Cams life and his journey since his crash.

[willytheekid]

One of the most moving threads I have read on here. (I didnt know cam, but Im sitting here leaking from my eyes)
My sincere condolences to Cams Family and his many many friends

Ride In Paradise cam

[budda]

So right Spyda - the service was a fitting tribute to a fine young man, bet he never knew he'd affected so many people in his way too short life ....... and every single one of the younger generation there did themselves and Cam proud - eloquent and heartfelt tributes from his non-motorcycling mates showed he was the same Cam away from the bikes too

Pete, Felicity, Dom, Patch, Richard - thanks so much for sharing Cam with us