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Title: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: Gadget on Saturday 28 December 24 10:02 GMT (UK)
Sadly, I have heard from Arthur's  wife  that  he died suddenly last September.

Arthur helped so many members, particularly on the Handwriting, Yorkshire (WR) and The Common Room boards.

RIP,  Arthur
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurc)
Post by: JenB on Saturday 28 December 24 10:19 GMT (UK)
That’s very sad news.
I knew him best as a contributor to the Handwriting Board.
As well as the other boards Gadget has mentioned he also occasionally posted lovely photos of the countryside around his home, on the ToT board.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurc)
Post by: Bookbox on Saturday 28 December 24 10:52 GMT (UK)
Such sad news, but thank you for posting. Arthurk was very knowledgeable, but always so self-effacing, kindly and courteous when posting on these boards. He will be very much missed.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: Gadget on Saturday 28 December 24 11:12 GMT (UK)
Thank you for the correction, Bookbox. His RC name was arthurk,  I always knew him as Arthur.

https://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=11843
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: BillyF on Saturday 28 December 24 11:39 GMT (UK)
Sad news to hear about Arthur, he commented on some of my posts.

Condolences to his wife and family.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: horselydown86 on Saturday 28 December 24 13:23 GMT (UK)
It's very sad news to hear of arthurk's passing.  He had a wide range of knowledge and reference at his command and was always willing to help others.

Condolences to his loved ones.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: sandiep on Saturday 28 December 24 14:02 GMT (UK)
Arthur posted on a number of forums and his knowledge and helpfulness will be missed by many
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: coombs on Saturday 28 December 24 16:25 GMT (UK)
Sad news about Arthur, I had spoken to him on here and other forums for years, he will be greatly missed.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: Jool on Saturday 28 December 24 17:06 GMT (UK)
Very sad news about Arthur.  He was knowledgeable and helpful to others, I remember him particularly on the photo recognition threads.  He will be missed.

Condolences to his family and friends.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: oldtimer on Saturday 28 December 24 17:08 GMT (UK)
Such sad news.

As well as being extremely knowledgeable, Arthur came across as a very nice person, and a true gentleman.

My sincere condolences to his family.

Judy
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: BumbleB on Saturday 28 December 24 17:14 GMT (UK)
Unfortunately, another wonderful RootsChatter who has left us.   :'( :'( :'(

Sincere condolences to the family.

Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: dowdstree on Saturday 28 December 24 17:23 GMT (UK)
Very sad news and please pass on my condolences to Arthur's family.

A very knowledgeable gentleman and he will be greatly missed.

R.I.P.

Dorrie

Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: sarah on Sunday 29 December 24 16:08 GMT (UK)
We were very sorry to hear that Arthur has sadly passed away, he was a member for over 19 years. Sending our condolences to his wife and family.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: maddys52 on Monday 30 December 24 01:23 GMT (UK)
Such sad news. Always a gentleman, and really beautiful photographs of the countryside on his walks.
My condolences to the family as well.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: Wiggy on Monday 30 December 24 08:54 GMT (UK)
Quote from: maddys52 on Monday 30 December 24 01:23 GMT (UK)
Such sad news. Always a gentleman, and really beautiful photographs of the countryside on his walks.
My condolences to the family as well.

I agree with all these sentiments. 

Wiggy
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: Viktoria on Monday 30 December 24 09:45 GMT (UK)
May I echo all that has been said ,I think the word Gentleman in all its meanings is just him .
I hope his family gain some comfort from the sincere words from our friendly RootsChatters ‘ group.
Viktoria.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: Jomot on Monday 30 December 24 15:25 GMT (UK)
Such very sad news. 

Arthurk was one of those members that was just 'always there' - knowledgeable, helpful and kind.  He will be missed x
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: radstockjeff on Monday 30 December 24 17:08 GMT (UK)
Sad news. Condolences to his family. rj
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: Mike in Cumbria on Monday 30 December 24 21:37 GMT (UK)
As well as being unfailingly helpful, he was always kind and considerate.
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: McGroger on Sunday 05 January 25 23:59 GMT (UK)
Just noticed this thread today.
Arthur(k): a Gentle Man who will be missed by everyone who had anything to do with him.
Peter
Title: Re: Death of Arthur (arthurk)
Post by: mare on Monday 06 January 25 04:48 GMT (UK)
Indeed very sad news to come back to, thank you Gadget for following up on your concerns re Arthur's lack of appearance on RC boards.

Condolences to his widow and loved ones, RIP Arthur ... from another who enjoyed seeing the photos from various walks.