Ok, I hope I'm not being too much of an organisation freak but I thought a poll of what should be done in memory of Sam may be a helpful way of gauging.
Attend the funeral on our bikes (having checked with family 1st).
Ride to the accident site, on the weekend, and place flowers.
Collect a donation and give it to the family to what they want with.
Send flowers to the family (note: they will be sent a lot of flowers).
Put a notice in the Dom Post on behalf of Kiwi Biker.
Ok, I hope I'm not being too much of an organisation freak but I thought a poll of what should be done in memory of Sam may be a helpful way of gauging.
My goal in life is to be as good a person as my dog already thinks I am.
Although its not the lifestyle that I lead now. When a conrade falls we used to have a great piss up, err wakeOriginally Posted by Celtic_Sea_lily
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Those who insist on perfect safety, don't have the balls to live in the real world.
I've already suggested a ride to the site next weekend to lay flowers. Not sure how many people are interested...
As for attending the funeral, it's totally dependant on how his family feels about it, I think.
Poll posted now - sorry I didn't realise the message would appear before I'd finished the poll.
My goal in life is to be as good a person as my dog already thinks I am.
CSL, all of these are excellent ideas.
We will get a better idea on how to run this after we've had a chance to read the official death notice. Any funeral may be for immediate family only, and his family may also specify no flowers, or perhaps a charity to which contributions can instead be made.
By then we may also know how his family feels about bikes and bikers.
We need to be respectful of their wishes. After all for us he was a guy we knew, had ridden with and respected hugely. For them he is a son/brother/uncle/etc. Blood, as they say, is thicker than motor spirits...
As for a pilgimage to the accident site, I'd be up for that, or maybe just a "gathering" in the Martinborough Square. If anybody wants to say anything, they can but otherwise a few minutes of silent reflection on the hearts touched and unrealised potential forever lost.
"Standing on your mother's corpse you told me that you'd wait forever." [Bryan Adams: Summer of 69]
I think I speak for at least some of us south islanders when I say that it'll be difficult for us to make it to the funeral or any other gathering to be held in memory of our fellow KB'er and friend. But if there's any way I/we can contribute in order to demonstrate our respect then I/we'll be happy to do so.
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This is not an attempt to bring a message from the grave, or to sppok anyone. I (John, "flyins" older brother) wanted to express our sincere appreciation as a family for your condolonces and reflections on Sam's life. We loved Sam. He taught us all a lot about love in life, and we are learning more about his love for his friends through his death.
The funeral will be on Friday 6th of May at 11am. It will be held at "Our Lady of Fatima" church on the main road in Tawa, opposite the library. A time to meet and eat will be arranged afterwards as well.
We would be happy for anyone to come and share in this time. Sam shared his life with all of you, and we have no desire to take that from him in his death.
A convoy after the funeral sounds like it is well on it's way to being arranged, and I would encourage you guys to do that. If one of you could nominate yourself as the co-ordinator and get in touch maybe via Anatia we'd be happy to work with you. It will be out to Whenua Tapu, where we probably will have a family service. We'll keep you posted. It will be a funeral convoy, a sedate orderly time ; )
Do come together to ride, or talk , and take time together to reflect not only on Sam's life, but also your own, and the people around you who love you. My bike has no motor except my legs, but I love it, and I know that you love your bikes. But PLEASE, treat them and your families / friends with respect when you are riding.
Thank You all.
John
The world stands aside to let anyone pass who knows where he is going....
Unfortunately I am out of town this weekend, including Friday. Can someone say an Amen for me.
Thanks,
Paul
John (Sam/Flyin's brother),
Thank you for coming in here and saying those lovely and kind words.
I know it must of been very hard for you to do that.
I'm sorry but I won't be able to attend the funeral service.
1) I live in Auckland and 2) I will have just had an operation that day.
So even thou I can not be there, I will be there in spirit with all the other KB'ers attending the service.
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John (Sams brother)
I haven't stopped thinking about this tragic accident since I read the first post about it. I never knew Sam personally, but saw him post here regulary. All of us here have been affected in some way or other, but none more so than his family and friends. My thoughts are with you all, I only hope that you can, as you said, reflect on the things Sam taught you, the good times you had and the memories you share. I unfortunately will not be able to attend the funeral as I'm in ChCh, but will be thinking of him. Words can't express how sorry I am for you all.
In response to this: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...52&postcount=8 I will be attending Sam's funeral on friday. Those of you who also wish to ride out, and who know wellington a bit better please feel free to post a meeting place and time.
I'd love to do a ride, but I wont have a bike for a few weeks sadly, but all for donations, ride each year to commemorate and a notice in the dominion.
Hi All,
I'm more than happy to place an notice in the local newspaper and pay for it as my contribution. Can some of the more eloquent of you assist me with the wording please - PM me please.
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My goal in life is to be as good a person as my dog already thinks I am.
Follow the hearse on our bikes? Seen it before and it seemed like a nice idea. Although I would understand if they didn't appreciate that, I know my Mum wouldn't
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