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Dear friends
I am so sad to tell you that our very dear friend Alan has passed away peacefully tonight at 10.40pm (UK)
I know you will all join me in sending sincere condolences to Sybil. What can I say. Sybil has been a stallwart thru Alan's illness . Loving him , caring for him. keeping us all laffing even tho she herself hasn't been in best of health herself.
We have lost a great friend tonight and we will all remember Alan with fondness, love, happiness cos that's what he was about and above all fun! I count myself to be a very lucky lady cos he was my good friend.
He's not here with us now but he better do what he promised and find me and Sybil's Irish rellies!
This is a sad day for all of us .
When I know the funeral arrangements will post more info but for now can you direct any requests for info to me via PM and not Sybil if that's OK.
Best wishes
Ann
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Such sad news - another star in the Heavens tonight.
Our sincere condolences to Sybil at this most distressing of times, from both of us.
Jude
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What can we say Alan will be sorely missed. Even when ill he never lost his sense of humour.
All our love and sympathy go out to Sybil tonight/morning.
Barry and Debs
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We've all lost a very dear friend and my heart goes out to Sybil and their families.
I feel I've lost a good friend and we'd never actually met ... that's the beauty of Rootschat and the people here.
Be well, Sybil, take care, and know you are in our hearts. We're here for you. I'm so very sorry for your loss, but knowing he is at peace is some comfort.
Much love,
badger
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I`m so sorry to read the news of Alan`s death, my thoughts are with you Sybil.
Sue
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It was a privalidge know Alan and also you Prop and meeting you too. All my love to you and my thoughts and prayers will continue for both.
Lots of Love
Val x
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Dear Proph
I've just heard the sad news about Alan's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
We are all thinking of you.
Love & blessings
Helen & John
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I never had the pleasure of meeting Alan in the chat room. However, I've heard so much about him and seen the photos of his wedding with Sybil that I felt that I did know him.
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Sybil and family.
Sibil, take heart in knowing that you had a special time in Alan's life and you made this time very special for him too.
He is no longer in pain but I feel for you and the family because of the pain you are feeling now.
Try and remember the special moments and not the sad ones.
We all in rootschat are here for you.
Jackie
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oh dear i am so sad, i cant even see the screen for tears, Alan was very very special man to me and kept an eye on me, was always concerned about me...
Sybil, sending you lots and lots of hugs and kisses.
i am off to a ceroc dance champs in a min ( 6 hour trip) and when the guys pic me up they are going to wonder why i have been crying...
Its funny how close you can feel to some people without even meeting them, Alan was on of those special people in my life..
Very sad
Ann
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I've lost a special dear friend today. My heart and thoughts are with you, sybil, in your loss. There are no words to express how sad I am. Goodbye Alan from your 'smilie friend'.
Love,
Bally (Sue)
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Ann W
Too true about the RC room it is like our own extended family,any ones loss is our loss.
Dear Prop,
people from all corners of the world will feel your loss and wish to pass on their condolence to you. I know these are only words but sent with the warmest feelings
LET ME GO
when i come to the end of the road
and the sun has set for me,
i want no rites in a gloom filled room;
why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little-but not for long,
and not with your head bowed low.
remember the love that we once shared;
Miss me-but let me go.
for this is a journey we all must take,
as each must go alone.
it's part of the Master's plan-
a step on the road to home.
when we are lonely and sick of heart,
go to the friends you know;
and bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.
MISS ME- BUT LET ME GO.
Bart
Lyn
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dear Sybil, my heart aches for your loss, bless you,
Freckle
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I also have lost a dear friend tonight. I will never forget how Alan and Prop made me feel so welcome in rootschat. Alan always had something kind to say. Prop, sis,,you are in my heart and in my prayers. Please take care of yourself now, and know that we all love you.
Brenda (MAINEY)
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I have been thinking of you constantly these last few days, Sybil...my heart aches for you.
Love,
China
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I have tears in my eyes too.
My workmates are going to ask why in a minute - why, because a good kind generous man is finally at peace, leaving those who loved him to mourn him and miss him.
My heart goes out to you Sybil, I hope that the support of everyone here and especially Ann B, is of comfort to you in the coming days.
RIP Alan. You were loved!
Karen.
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Dear Sybil and Family
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
You're in our thoughts
Please know how much
you are loved
and how deeply
your loss is felt by all.
Aussie Annie
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oUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH ALLAN'S FAMILY A TRUE AND GREAT FRIEND ON THE CHAT ROOM. BRAD.
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Sybil
What can I say ....... I am so sorry!
My thoughts are with you and Alan's family....
prayers and love headed your way from our home to yours
deb xxxxx
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Sybil..... please accept my condolences at the loss of a much loved, admired and respected man,
To many of us Alan was a kind and helpful Rootchat member who always made us smile.... but to you he was so much more.
You are in out thoughts.
Karenlee and family
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I wanted to let you know Sybil ..... that you and Alan are both in my thoughts !
Annie
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Thinking of you at this very sad time.
You are in my thoughts.
All my condolences with much love.
Jean.x
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Dearest Sybil,
My thoughts are with you and yours at this sad time.
Alan was truly,a kind and generous man.
Thinking of you..............chrissy.
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The saddest of days ... word just can't express.....
with love Sybil
Poll x
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i am so sorry to hear the news of Alan`s death, my thoughts are with you Sybil.
Love xxx
Ray
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Dearest Sybil
My hearfelt condolences to you and the family. Can't see the keyboard for the tears. Knowing Alan he would say "wipe away those tears" and then he would say something positive and funny. What a privilege it was to know someone as "beautiful" as your wonderful Alan. Rest in Peace Alan. I will watch for that extra twinkling star up in the sky.
Please look after yourself Sybil and don't forget that all your RC family are here for you at any time in the future.
With love and so many special (((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))) for you, dear friend.
Sharon
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The saddest of days ... word just can't express.....
:'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
On the underside of the world one cold evening last year, Karon and I had the distinct pleasure of sharing in an 4 way conversation with Alan and Sybil on Skype. That was a WOW experience for we fairly well new comers to RC. True to form, Alan & Sybil were as welcoming on Skype as they were in the chat room.
So one half passes to Eternity, the other takes up the reigns yet again: Sybil, as others have said, you two were loved and respected around the world! It is true!!
Our hearts share in your loss and grief in this time of sadness
Prayers are with you and your family.
Love
Bob & Karon
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Dear Sybil tears are in my eyes as I try to write this what a wonderful brave couple you have been my thoughts and prayers are with you.Take Care Sybil and remember we are all here for you right around the world.
Love Kate NZ aka Harriet
Also love and hugs to you Ann you have been great keeping us all informed and now you have lost a dear friend take care xxxxxxx Kate NZ
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I wish to pay my respect to all who know alan, mostly Sybil and Family
My thoughts are with you and yours at this sad time
Ken
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I am so very sorry to hear the sad news that Allan has passed on.. Hopefully he be with all his families that he has been looking for... Sybl please take care of yourself. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Anne
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It is with great sorrow that we say Goodbye to Alan. He was a dear and generous soul. With all our love and hugs to Sybil, you have been so brave.
Jan and Tony
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Sybil, it is with a very heavy heart that I send you my warmest thoughts. You have been such a courageous lady throughout and now please take great care of yourself. And know that we are all here for you should you need us.
Love
Sasha/VillageDuckpond
PS Ann, thank you for keeping us all informed
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Dear Sybil,
Craizi daizi (Belinda) has been without a computer for a while. I phoned her with the sad news and she has asked me to please pass on to you her deepest sympathy. She asked how you were holding up and I said: You know our Sybil, she's as strong and brave as ever. Daizi has asked that I send you lots of love and HUGS and to say that Alan will be so sadly missed.
Sharon
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Dear Sybil and family
My heartfelt sympathy to you all at this saddest of times, my thoughts and prayers are with you, take care of yourself
((((((hugs))))))
Ann, many thanks for keeping us informed (((((hug)))))
Joxxxx
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May I also extend mine and Mums heartfelt sympathy to Sybil and family. There's so much I'd like to say, but nothing will come at the moment.
With much love and hugs.
Barbara and Joyce.
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Sybil and family, my heartfelt condolences with the loss of Alan. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Gypsy Lee
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Sybil - I am so sorry to hear of Alan's death. I can't type for crying here. Take care of yourself
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((Sybil))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Wendy
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Thinking of you at this sad time
Jane
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I am so very sorry Sybil, my sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Pauline x
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So sorry to hear about Alan.
No more suffering.
My thoughts are with you prop, look after yourself.
kd
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Dear Sybil and Family,
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Judi
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Sybil very special thoughts for you and those surrounding you at this sad time. This Maori saying, I think, describes Alan...
He kotuku rerenga tahi. - The rare white heron of a single flight.
Alan was indeed 'A Rare Visitor' whom so many folks around will miss.
Jean - aka RajahNZ
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Sybil .....
My thoughts and prayers are with you may you stay strong .
Tazzie
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WORDS OF COMFORT
Feel no guilt in laughter
They know how much you care
Feel no sorrow in a smile
That they’re not here to share
You cannot grieve forever
They would not want you to
They’d hope that you would carry on
The way you always do
So, talk about the good times
And they ways you showed you cared
The days you spend together
All the happiness you shared
Let memories surround you
A word someone may say
Will suddenly recapture
A time, an hour a day
That brings them back as clearly
As though they were still here
And fill you with the feelings
That they are always near
I hope these words are of some comfort to you
Love Val
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Sybil and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
So sorry to hear the sad news.
Kerry xx
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Dear Sybil
So sorry to hear such sad news. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Barbara
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Dear Sybil and family, I am very sorry about your loss, and I know from experience that he will be very sadly missed, but please remember all the good times and laughs, it will be of some comfort and the brightest shinning star is Alan looking down on you all, he will never be forgotten. Keep your chin up Sybil everyone so proud of you, especially you loving husband Alan.
Love and prayers Ebony Eyes. (Susan)
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Ann, this is very sad news.
My thoughts are with you Sybil.
You made me feel so welcome when I first wandered into the chat room last year, even though you had just got home from the hospital and must have been so tired yourself.
Take care of yourself.
Linda
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Sybil- may many happy memories and the thoughts of all your friends bring some comfort to you now and in the coming days.
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Dear Proph,
We’ve been bracing ourselves for this moment and now the reality is here words are hard to find.
My thoughts are with you and I send deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of such a lovely man.
I wandered into the chatroom one cold winter’s day and was embraced by the wonderful cyber family. Some of you know I believe in a life hereafter and I’d like to say this to Alan please:
The Broken Chain
We little knew that morning that He would call your name,
In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you, the day He called you home.
You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same,
But as He calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
I’d like to put my arms around you, then you’d know just how I feel,
Rena
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Memories and love for a person never die. xx
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Sybil,
My thoughts are with you during this time. Remember all the happiness.
Ann, thank you for letting us know and for being such a good friend. Sybil is very lucky to have someone like you to lean on.
Best,
Kath
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I'm so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Regards,
Josephine
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Sybil, you are in my thought's, Alan was a lovely man , he will be missed by us all .
Love Jo
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My deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this very very sad time.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Jan xx
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Sybil
My love to you.
Judy xxx
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I am so very, very sorry. Love and hugs, Sybil! Alan is still there, just beyond the curtain - watching over you, loving you - looking for those missing rellies for you! He will always be with you.
Love
Marie
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Sybil.I am so sorry to hear of your sad loss.It may be scant consolation,but always remember the happy times you shared.
Regards
William Russell Jones
Cefn Mawr
Wrexham.
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Sybil
You are in my thoughts today, I never met Alan in person, but he was a kind and generous man, who despite his illness kept us all laughing in the chat room.
He will be sorely missed.
Sending love to all the family.
Debbie and family
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Dear Sybil,
All my love, prayers and sympathy for you right now, as well as for all who loved Alan. His "roses for the ladies" brightened up the chat room, and we're all going to miss him.
Sarah xx
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i am so sorry for your loss
You are in my thoughts today
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Dear Sybil & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Alan's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. He will be missed by many many people.
Regards,
Denyse
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My deepest condolences to you Proph
Just let it be known that your Allan was one one the friendliest men I have ever spoken to online in the genealogy world
I feel so lucky to have chatted to him in RC.
When both of you were in the room together the room was soooo warm and fun loving.
Im sure the warmth will still be there when you call again
Take strength from knowing all the people here in the chatroom are thinking of you at this time.
We are here if you need us
A big hug to you
Love from Jim and Alison
aka Jiminwales
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Dear Sybil,I've never 'spoken' to you online,but my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Barb
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Sybil, what can I say. I can't find the words to tell you how sad I feel. I have lost a true friend in Alan. He was always so concerned about me, even through his illness. There is a great void in the world today.
When I think of Alan, the first word that springs to mind is 'Gentleman'. I have never met a man with so tender thoughts, and not afraid to say them out loud. He was very very special. You were the lucky lady he chose to spend the rest of his life with. Which means you are very special too.
Think of the good times, and hold them close.
Please know, you, Alan and your family are in my thoughts,
God Bless You,
Sonia XXXXXX
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sorry for your loss
Toni
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I am so sorry.... I only "met" Alan a few times in the chat room.....the thing that came across was "what a nice guy!"
I hope Sybil and family will draw comfort from the fact that so many people world wide have them in their thoughts.
God bless you all
Jed
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So sorry to hear the very sad news. I send my deepest sympathies to Sybil and family.
Viv
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Dear Sybil (Proph)
I was so sorry to hear about your lovely husband. May he rest in peace and may you remember the love and laughter you shared with him.
Lizzie
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My Dear Sybil,
I will hold you in my heart.
I am so sorry for you loss.
Love
Indi
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I think of Alan this way.....because it reminds me of the many roses I received via RC.....
A rose once grew where all could see
Sheltered beside a garden wall
And as the days passed swiftly by
it spread its branches, straight and tall.
One day, a beam of light shone through
a crevice that had opened wide -
The rose bent gently toward its warth
Then passed beyond to the other side.
I weep, and smile at the memories.
Much love
Valerie
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Our thoughts are with you Sybil x x x
Alan was a very bright light
and that will always shine.
i know i speak for many when i say
it was an honour to know Alan he was a wonderfull
man and a true gentlemen.
take care be strong sybil
best wishes
Jane and Kenny ( spooky and Kojak)
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Dear Sybil,
my thoughts are with you at this sad time...
take care
Lynne xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Dear Sybil, What can I say, my heart goes out to you. But Alan has only gone before you and you will be together again one day.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Sybil. Godspeed Alan, God Bless you xxxxx
much love, Christina (((((((((((((((((((((proph))))))))))))))))))))))))))
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Sybil,
So sorry to hear the sad news.
Take comfort from the care and love you were able to give Alan over his last months.
bearkat
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Oh Sybil,
I'm so sorry to hear Alan is no longer with us in person, his spirit however, will stay and keep an eye on us all I'm sure.
Thinking of you.
Legs
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Hi Prop
Not known you long - but have just been given your sad news. Alan is in a better place a rose blooms and dies but the scent lingers forever. Take care all my best wishes to you and your family.
Lynne April
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Very sorry to hear the sad news, Sybil.
Thinking of you
Tanja xx
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So sad to hear of Alans death, so many people throughout the world cared so much about him and will miss him dearly.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sybil, and your family.
Your memories and love will help you through this.
Love and hugs to you Sybil .
Lisa xx
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So sorry to hear of your loss,
take care of yourself
Tessa
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Its so sad to hear about Alans death. I havent met Alan In person , but chatted to him a couple of times. Sybil Im lost for words , just dont know what to say. I thought this poem might help.
As The Sun Came Up This Morning
I Watched You There Below
Your Hearts Seemed Oh So Heavy
But There’s Something You Should Know
I’m Not Gone Don’t Worry
I’m Just A Step Ahead
And I’m With You Every Single Day
As You Rise Up From Your Bed
I Am The Sun That Warms You
I Am The Moon’s Soft Glow
I Am The Stars That Twinkle
And Light Your Path Below
So When At Times You Miss Me
Just Look For Me I’m There
For You Cannot Hide My Spirit
It Is With You Everywhere
Forever in our thoughts Lisa, Neil and family
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Sybil, Sorry to hear your sad news. God give you strength to bear your loss.
I only knew Alan for a short while in the chat-room but we shared quite of few memories of West Ham. Also shared a few laughs.
He will always be with you in your heart.
God Bless
Kesannah
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I'm so very sorry to hear the sad news Sybil, my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. I hope these words can bring some comfort to you.
Those we love don't go away
They walk beside us every day
Unseen, unheard but always near
Still loved, still missed and very dear
Elaine x
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Dear Sybil,
So sorry to hear your sad news. You're in our thoughts. We followed your wedding thread & shared your joy...and now we share your sorrow.
Ann, my heart goes out to you too for your loss.
01debbie & Tony Payne xxx
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Sybil,
So sorry to hear that Alan has passed on. I first "met" Alan on a different forum and he welcomed me here and we chatted about his time down in Bracknell before moving North. We laughed as we must have passed each other often.
take care and find strength over the coming weeks... your friends are here if you need them
Jenny xx
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Sybil,
I'm so sorry to hear about your sad loss.
Alan was a lovely man & his sense of humour in the chatroom made every visit a pleasure.
My love & prayers are with you & your family.
Take Care Sybil.
love Janet xxx
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Sybil
Sorry to hear you lost Alan my heart goes out to you at this very sad time God Bless and take Care
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Hi Prop
So sorry to hear of your sad loss.
But remember he's only gone for just a while
so don't forget to keep that smile
and remember you have your pals
In Rootschat where else.
Bry
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Hi prop
Am really sorry to hear the news
Thinking of you........
Claire
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hi proph,
im so sorry to hear the sad news of Alan's passing, he was one of the most friendliest gentlemen i have ever had the pleasure to know, no matter how ill he was he always had concern for others and never grumbled about anything.
proph you must be the proudest wife ever
my heart and prayers are with you and the family hun
love
leighann
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So sorry to hear the sad news of Alan's passing. My Thoughts and prayers are with you Sybil
Take care
Susan xxx
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Dear friends
Alan's funeral will be on Wednesday 2nd April.
There will be a service at St John's church Dunoon at 1pm. This will be followed by another service at Greenock Crematorium at 3pm.
Sybil has asked me to let you know that everyone who would like to attend is very welcome.
Sybil has asked that instead of flowers can donations be made to the Cowal Hospice, Dunoon General Hospital, 360 Argyll St, Dunoon PA23 7HH. (Cheques should be made payable to the Cowal Hospice) in Alan's memory.
A lot of folks have asked for their address and she has said is OK to post it here.
Sybil Baldwin
75 Ardenslate Road
Kirn
Dunoon
PA23 8NL
Best wishes
Ann
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I am so very touched just came on to do some emails and looked at the posts,
so much love from you all, I am so very humbled, and in floods of tears,
I will miss him dearly, we spoke often of what would be and I have not to :'( to long he said i could have two weeks max, ;)
if there was one message Alan would send you all today of his passing, it would be,
" I have now taken up my post as chief clerk, I trust you have checked through your tree and all is in order for my job of finding your lost ancestors, "
his humour was there to the end, it was a privilage to be his wife, it may have been short, marriage but it was sweeter than Honey,
To Ann thank you so much for keeping everyone up to date, it has not been the nicest of things for you to do, and you seem to do it often,
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Dear Sybil,
You are in my thought's and prayer's at this sad time.
Godbless
Phay
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Sybil
Bless you :)
My last words with Alan were when he came into the chatroom last Dec to have a natter.
He loved and cherished you and my thoughts are with you.
Gadget
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So sorry to find this thread...:-(
Thinking of you Sybil...
All Best Wishes, Romilly.
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Sybil so sorry to hear of this sad news, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Zoe
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Dear Sybil,
I am so sorry to hear of your sad loss. Alan is now the brightest star in the sky.
Bambam
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My thoughts are with you.
I have happy memories and I will cherish them forever.
bb
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It is with sadness that I learned today of Alan's passing and I feel deeply for you right now Prop.
One thing family history does, is bring together people from all over the world seeking their heritage and friendships are born.
It is those friendships that will sustain us all when we have sadness in our lives and Prop those firendships are here for you whenever you need them.
Special thoughts and Roses from Downunder
axelaust
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We are very sad to hear of this great loss, of the passing away of Alan.
Alan will be very sadly missed, and we are so grateful here on RootsChat to have enjoyed his company for the time we did. On behalf of RootsChat, we wish to convey our sincere condolences to Sybil, and for her to know that she is amongst friends here.
The memory of him will carry on in us.
Trystan and Sarah
RootsChat Caretakers
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Thinking of you Sybil
THE MEASURE OF A MAN
Not "How did he die?" But "How did he live?"
Not "What did he gain?" But "what did he give?"
Not "What was his station?" But "Had he a heart?"
and "How did he play his God-given part?"
Not "What was is shrine?" Nor "What was his creed?
But "Had he befriended those really in need?"
Not "What did the piece in the newspaper say?"
But "How many were sorry when he passed away?"
Was he ever ready with a word or good cheer,
to bring back a smile, to banish a tear?"
These are the units to measure the worth of a man
as a man, regardless of birth.
God Bless.
Mary
(Marthamildred)
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I would like to add my condolences here and say how sad I am to hear this news.
Crystal :(
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I am so sorry to hear this tragic news, thinking of you and your families,
Jean
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Dear Sybil
I am so very sorry to hear of this news and my thoughts, prayers and love are winging their way to you.
Dee
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Dear Sybil,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you from Melbourne, Oz.
Please accept our sincere sympathy and condolences to you and family.
from the Mac family
DougMc
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Hello Anne, Thank you for your kind thoughts & all you do in times of need
Received the sad news about Alan from Salford Lass my cousin by phone, I send My deepest Sympathy to Sybil and to the memory of Alan who we never met in person, but will now remain in our memories each time we visit Rootes.
With Deepest Sympathy
God Bless
Raphael
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Please accept my condolences on your sad loss.
Crystal
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Dear Sybil..
This is my 3rd attempt to post here. My thoughts are with
you and my condolences to you n yours.
Loved Alan's sense of humour, not doubt he is still
sharing it now
Eds
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Good Bye Alan. I will miss you dearly .
"Remember me with smiles and laughter, for that is how I will remember you all. If you can only remember me with tears, then don't remember me at all."
This is a quote from Laura Ingalls Wilder and it is what Alan would have wanted.
Sybil my prayers are with you and yours at this difficult time. Remember I am only an email away if you ever need me.
Alan was a very special friend who helped me at a very difficult time in my life and I will always remember his kindness and his wicked humor.
he had invited me to Dunoon for a spag bol and a bottle of Vino. I plan to do just that some day just as we planned .
I will of course bring my special lint for the occasion.
All my love Prop,
Wee
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Alan
Heavens gates have opened and the Angels are singing
Welcoming you home for a new beginning.
Past family and friends meet to greet you there,
Just as the living will take care of your 'beloved' down here.
Your a courageous and sincere soul
Prop
My sincere sympathy to you, yours and Alan's family. You have been so open and have shared with us all your happiest and difficult times. Know that the world overflows with tears as everyone shares and feels for you in your time of grief
lil growler
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Thankyou Ann for letting us all know about Alan
i have just heard about Alan yes Im crying again
Dear Sybil I though i have never met you and Alan in person I have always thought of both of you as friends just like all of us on roots as one big HAPPY FAMILY.WE have been with you in every step way of Alans Illness
He was the life and soul of the party and will be greatly missed by us all
He was one BIG Flirt with the ladies always but he ONLY HAD EYES FOR YOU hunny :-* :-* :-you are in our thoughts and prays at this sad and emotional time god bless you sybil you have been Alans Rock we are all with you on this rollercoaster ride
So all my love is winging its way to you hun
love Zillah xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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How very strange it is to feel so sad at the loss of a man I never met in the flesh. I guess the rootschat room is a place where souls and personalities connect and form bonds of caring and sharing, which go beyond the limitations of location and distance. Sybil, I feel with you, your loss of your beloved Alan, and hope that it will be of comfort to you, to know that so many people from all over the world are sharing your sadness and sending you love and healing.
emmpi (Margaret)
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"Remember me with smiles and laughter, for that is how I will remember you all. If you can only remember me with tears, then don't remember me at all."
Wee, you have summed it all in that quote, that is exactly what Alan would say,
Alan had not been that long in chat, although he sometimes dropped in when illness allowed, and he was so touched bye the messages, you sent when he he was told of the latest illness, and both of us shed tears of joy with the love and kindness, shown on our wedding,
I know he would like me to send Flowers to the Ladies,
Sybil
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Proph,
I cant really add to the sentiments that have been expressed here. Some from friends you knew well, and some from others who only knew you and Alan through the chat room.
I fall into the latter category but still feel I have got to know about your life in the last few months. Obviously, a well thought of couple.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Gerry
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Dear Sybil, I hope you don't mind but had to put this on here for you to listen to. My friend is singing it and I think it is a very comforting song. hope it works.
Ebony
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_TuTHriUZQ&feature=related
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Sincere Condolencies
From Me & Mine
to
You & yours
Take care
Claire xxx :-*
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Sorry to hear about his death.
Stephen
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Dear Sybil - my thought are with you through this difficult time.
A candle burns to light the way.
Love, light and Blessings.
Su
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Ebony Eyes,
oh what a lovely vid. seems very appropriate.says it all.
Bart
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss . My thoughts are with you and your family.
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Sybil,
He'll be smiling at you after your last message - saying "Well done!" Remind him that he has plenty of work to do on the other side, rounding up these pesky hidden ancestors!! :)
MarieC
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There is nothing l can say to help you feel any better, but my heart goes out to you and your family.
His spirit will always be with you.
Again l am sorry to hear about the sad news l wish l could have chatted to him as so many people speak of him and tell me he was a gr8 man..
Luv sheline
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Dear Sybil and family, I have just heard your sad news, I am so sorry for your loss, I will always remember Alan from chat, he was a true gent.
May you take comfort from your memories,
With love Jane, Neil and boys
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Sybil,
So sorry to hear the sad news, my thoughts and prayers go to you and all the family.
Sue
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I am so sorry
my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Steve
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My thoughts will be very much with you tomorrow, Sybil. I hope you can give Alan a good send-off - I'm sorry that I cannot be there too.
Very best wishes
JULIAN
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Thank You all for your kindness and support, so much love from this site I am humbled,
Today will be the hardest day of my life I am just so pleased to have you all behind me
Love Sybil
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Dear Sybil
I am sat here thinking about you as I know its nearly time for you to say goodbye. I so wish I could have been there today but I will be with you in spirit. Its not goodbye to Alan because he will always be there with you sat on your shoulder telling you how todo things. Everytime I see a red rose I will think of Alan he dished them out to the ladies quite often.
He only had eyes for you though and I could see that when I met you both at the wedding celebration.
So on this very sad day I give you hugs and kisses and hope that you get through it all. All things bright and beautiful that was Alan.
XXXXXXXXXX
Val
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:'( :'( but also ;D ;D
Sybil and families,
Here I sit at exactly midnight Wednesday Aussie time too washed out to work out the exact time on top of the world.
However I know that I wont be far out in reckoning. As I write this I see warped type through tears both of sadness and of joy for you and your families.
Sadness at the loss of a husband , lover, friend, confidante and all-time best mate. He was one of the warmest people ever to welcome me to a chat conversation.
Joy at the privilege of celebrating one small part of Alan's life with you. Joy too, that he has gone to the next step in life's journey; perfection in eternity.
Right now I share a tear with you all. In two weeks (sic) I will share another laugh with you in the room or other venue.
For now from Karon and I, our prayers, love and if we could, a hug and :-*
Love and blessings
Mr & Mrs AK
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We have just returned from Dunoon where we attended the service for Alan. The sun shone, which makes a change from the journey up, and the service was lovely a fitting tribute for a "gentleman".
Barry & Debs
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Thank You all for your messages of support, the cards that I have recieved, and a special thanks to Barry,Debs and Ann for being there, yesterday not only being there as our very good friends but representing the rootschat group,
It was a beuatiful sunny day, as Barry said a fitting tribute because Alan was the sunshine of my life, and a ray of sunshine to those who knew him
Thank you all so very much
Love you all
Sybil
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Hi all
I have just returned from my trip to Scotland. The weather was apalling on Tuesday but on Wednesday the sun shone. Both services were very moving and a fitting tribute to our friend Alan who we will never forget.
I know his family have been very moved by all the messages from Rootschatters - both his sons said they were amazed their dad had touched the lives of so many.
Ann
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My condolences.
I'm sorry I never 'met' this man ~ he sounds so warm & helpful.
They say that people are not lost, as long as they are remembered ~ and in family history, they are remembered for a long, long time!
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That's a very good point, Tricia!
Alan will be remembered by so many hundreds of people - he will never be lost, he will always be with his loved ones, and with us here on Rootschat!
MarieC
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Dear proph, just to let you know you have been in my thoughts, so very sorry . Loads of hugs, and thoughts. Janice and family. xxx. Cookie.
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I would just like to say a very heartfelt thank you for all the cards, e-cards,
emails, and messeges of support, I recieved from all the roots family
thank you so very much
Sybil :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*