RIP Alan Satherley - Sidecar - Paeroa

[racer40]

RIP Alan, will miss our weekly phone conversations mate. My thoughts are with you Shona, Luke & family

[Rick 52]

So very sad , all the best for the dificult weeks a head .

[woodyracer]

having it unfold in front of my eyes, its very shocking, Very best to his fmaily, RIP Alan

[cmoore]

so sad to hear of this, i know it will be hard for all the family to handle, and my thoughts are with them, having worked as marshall yesterday and other days...i allways hope all of the riders finish safely or if they do crash that we can get them up again and carry on,..but i also truly belive that these guys are doing what they love and there is something postive in that...big ups to the guys that helped out..

[BIG DOUG]

R.I.P ALAN this was a sad day.

[CookMySock]

Thats terrible. What a horrible outcome for a dad and daughter thing.

Steve

[RT527]

R.I.P
A man I did not know , but knew most of those who worked tirelessly that day to do their best for him.
My condolences to his Family , If theres anyone I want trying to save my life it would be those of the St John Motorsport Team because I know of the commitment, dedication and Professionalism that goes into that team.(Actually it can be said that our Ambulance service is one of the best in the world, just hugely underfunded and overworked)
Even though I wasn't there we were getting updates throughout the day(thanks Toot Toot) as to what was happening and it sounds like you all put on a hell of a show.
A truly Sad end to what must have been an exciting days racing.

[Mom]

To everyone affected by this tragic accident...

Please accept my condolences. May bodies heal as quickly as they should and minds as soon as they can, with the support of those around you. Kia kaha folks.

[KS34]

Although I never had the priviledge of meeting Alan my Family and I would like to express our sincere condolences to family, friends and all associated with him at this difficult time.

[Biggles08]

I just heard this news this afternoon and I am gutted for the family of Allan. I never knew him or his daughter Shona but as little as it will help, know that my thoughts are with you as you try and get through this tragic event. RIP Allan...you have left a mark on this world that no one can replace or repeat.

[old rig]

r.i.p allan
will miss your smiling face around the pits
shona and luke if i can do anything give me a ring

[LilSel]

Saddend to hear this. Sending my love n thoughts to family, friends & all those who were involved xx

[sidwyz]

My name is Luke and Alan was my father in law to be, Shona my fiancee.

As I type this I am sitting with Shona and her mother Judith,

Thank you all so very much for your kind words during this hard time,
they are muchly appreciated.

To all the medics that helped with Alan thank you for everything you did.

Anyone that came into contact with Alan would certainly remember him , he was such a great man and would just love to chat to anyone about the sport he loved so much.

Shona is fine just a bit of bruising and a broken heart.

As tragic as this is we know he went doing what he loved.
Allan will be missed greatly.

Once again many thanks for your kind words

Luke

[kimamigo]

R.I.P Alan

On behalf of the Satherley family, our heartfelt thanks to all who have expressed their condolences on this and other websites. Sadly, on Alan's trip to the stars, he leaves behind his loving wife Judy, much, much loved kids Shona, (born on Alans birthday), son Scott, son-in-law-to-be Luke, sisters Jan, Vicki and Jo, brother Kim and father Driv Those of you close to Al would know that he lost his youngest brother Jon just 2 years ago, ( also a bike fan). Anyone who knows Al will attest to his genuine willingness to help any and all, his beaming smile, infectious good humour, and dedication to his family. He truly is a shining star to our family and friends.
He spoke to me about this website, and the friends he had here and yes, he did pass doing what he loved. He started on chair bikes at Western Springs in his teens, (yes, he was the swinger then), Lance was his rider, and even then, he was one of the most careful competitors on any track he has been on.
Funeral notices will be in tomorrows Herald, ( Tuesday 23rd Feb )........ Quite simply, he leaves an absolutely unfillable gap in the lives of all he touched......... i am honored to call him my brother.......... i love ya Al.......................kim

[Little Smurf]

I had the pleasure of meeting Alan and Shona at the "have a go day" last November. Ever since then when ever I saw Alan at the track he always had a huge smile and in the end he started calling me or shouting across the pits "blondie". He always had a wee story to tell to me it was an absolute delight to see him and Shona at the track. My memories (even tho they were are only of a few months) of Alan are always happy ones & this is such a sad loss to the sport........RIP Alan your smile will be missed.

Shona, big to you chick, stay strong it won't be easy and many tears will be shed. Our thoughts are with you and your family take care xo