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28th May 2015, 09:47 PM
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The saddest of News Today
It is with deepest regrets that I have to inform all here that our good Friend and comrade Lou Barron has passed away!
I received a PM from his Family asking me to post the following!
Hi Vernon
We are trying to post a new message on the website for the members to let everyone know that our Dad passed away today. Can you please post the message below on the website and let us know how we can read the message as we do have Dad's log in details.
With great sadness the Barron family wish to inform all members that the passing of a dedicated member of the Merchant Navy Lou Barron passed away after a short illness on the 29th May 2015.
Kind Regards
The Barron Family
My Heart is so sad Today after awakening to this terrible news~
I am to say the least in complete shock!
My very Sincere Condolences to all the Immediate Family of Lou!
You were a good Friend to me Lou and I will never forget you.
Rest in Peace my Friend,and may you have calm Waters to take you back to the places you loved so much!
With deepest respect to a true Gentleman,and Friend
Sincerely
Vernon and Irene (Don't worry Lou I will pat the two Doggies for you too)
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28th May 2015, 09:59 PM
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Re: The sadest of News Today
Well that is a shock so sorry to hear such bad news.My condolences to Lou's family and may Lou Rest In Peace.
Kind Regards.
Jim Brady.
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28th May 2015, 10:02 PM
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Re: The sadest of News Today
What a horrible shock Vernon. I am speechless.
The loss of a great man and friend.
I will phone his daughter tomorrow.
RIP Lou
Brian.
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28th May 2015, 10:04 PM
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Re: The sadest of News Today
This is very sad news indeed, And may I echo Vernon's thoughts, Lou you where a diamond my friend and will be very sadly missed, My thoughts, Prayers, And sincere heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family, Let the sheets flow loose Lou, Calm Seas my friend R.I.P. Terry.
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28th May 2015, 10:11 PM
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Re: The sadest of News Today
Please pass on our condolences to his family and tell them it was a great privilige and honour meeting him, we wish him calm sailing. Ivan and Wendy
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28th May 2015, 10:15 PM
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28th May 2015, 10:21 PM
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I have just phoned his Daughter Brenda in NZ and have given her the Link to this Thread!
She thanks all so far for the Kind words,and thoughts.
I will be kept updated as to proceedings!
Thank you from me too!
It was my pleasure and privilige to meet Lou .
Vernon
In his memory thanks to Tony for this Link some time ago!
http://www.merchant-navy.net/forum/w...arron-lou.html
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28th May 2015, 10:51 PM
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Re: The sadest of News Today
So sad to read of Lou passing away. I never met the gentleman but greatly enjoyed and respected his posts on this website. My sincere condolences to his family at this sad time. Rest in Peace Lou and wishing you calm seas forever.
Sincere Regards
John C.
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28th May 2015, 10:57 PM
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My sincere condolences to Lou's family, will miss his stories and posts.
regards, stan carter
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28th May 2015, 11:16 PM
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Re: The sadest of News Today
Saddened to hear the news of Lou's passing. I shall miss his posts, condolences to his family and friends.
Regards..Alec.
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