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Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« on: Monday 29 August 22 11:47 BST (UK) »
I am very sad to inform you that our member Roger Griffiths aka (seaweed) passed away on 10 August. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
He was a very knowledgeable and humble man whom I had the privilege to call my friend.
I know he has helped so many on here with maritime related, especially, Merchant Navy research and he will be very much missed.
Roger was involved in all kinds of research work both on and offline. I remember working with him and a very small team in researching Reginald Earnshaw – the youngest service casualty of WW2 where his knowledge was invaluable.
Roger – my friend – I wish you fair winds and a following sea and I will see you one day in Fiddler’s Green. RIP. 

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Re: Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« Reply #1 on: Monday 29 August 22 11:54 BST (UK) »
That's very sad news indeed :(

Seaweed was very knowledgeable, and I enjoyed reading his contributions.
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Re: Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« Reply #2 on: Monday 29 August 22 12:09 BST (UK) »
How sad.

I always made a point of reading his postings, as KG has said, he was so knowledgeable.

A great loss to Rootschat.
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Re: Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« Reply #3 on: Monday 29 August 22 12:12 BST (UK) »
Sad news;  he was very helpful when I need advice.

Fair winds and a following sea.  :'(
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Re: Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« Reply #4 on: Monday 29 August 22 12:20 BST (UK) »
Very sad news. 

As has been said, he was a very valued and helpful member and will be missed by many.
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Re: Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« Reply #5 on: Monday 29 August 22 13:15 BST (UK) »
My sincere condolences to Roger's family and friends.I for one will personally miss Seaweeds help and advice.
He was a mine of information.I will always be grateful for his fantastic contribution.
R.I.P.
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Re: Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« Reply #6 on: Monday 29 August 22 18:10 BST (UK) »
he will be especially missed, we have lost a hugely knowledgeable friend and long term member.

Rest in Peace

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Re: Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« Reply #7 on: Monday 29 August 22 18:31 BST (UK) »
Sincere condolences and thank you for your contributions. Rest in peace...

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Re: Roger Griffiths (Seaweed)
« Reply #8 on: Monday 29 August 22 18:38 BST (UK) »
Really sad news. He was always so helpful & knowledgeable.
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