mr.bishi Posted 24 February 2012 Report Posted 24 February 2012 Hi everyone, Well, tomorrow, a year will have passed since Simons accident and Derek and I wanted to post up a message to you all to say a big thank you for all of your heartfelt messages about Simon and in support for us and the rest of Simons family. Also for the collection and monies you raised following Simons funeral. Your messages bought us a lot of comfort during the last 12 months, you will never know how much and we wanted to acknowledge those so you know how much you have all helped us. What a helpful, and kind group of people you all are. Some of you didn't even know Simon but still took the trouble to give money/post messages and we can't thank all of you enough. Its been a horrible year for us, we can't quite believe its been a year without Simon as its gone so quickly, we are lucky that Simon was a part of your community. A special thank you has to go to Bryan Adamson (OldRedCelica) who has been such a massive help to us all, a truly top bloke with a big golden heart. We hope to see you all at the various car shows this year. I'm keeping Simons Corona (I love that car) so will look forward to seeing you all throughout the year. Thank you to you all and Rest In Peace to our lovely Simon XXX Becci & Derek
Bill T Posted 24 February 2012 Report Posted 24 February 2012 What a lovely post, and you are right about Bryan. Hope things are getting a little easier.
Mondo Posted 24 February 2012 Report Posted 24 February 2012 That time really has gone by quickly. I may not have met Simon, but I've read enough to know that he had a significant presence here that is noticable in his absence. Stay strong.
Mek Posted 24 February 2012 Report Posted 24 February 2012 i joined after this happened and as a result didn't get to know Simon before he sadly passed, but it's clear what great person he was and what he brought to everybody's lives that he influenced. It must have been a truly terrible year and it takes a lot for you to come and post these messaes and i am glad that you are keeping his memory alive on here. I hope that i get the opportunity to meet you at one of the meets in the near future Gareth
BrianGT Posted 24 February 2012 Report Posted 24 February 2012 I too joined after Simon's passing......but I quickly learned that he has left a legacy here and his build thread is a source of both information and inspiration.....and it will touch many others along the way. Gone but not forgotten. Kind regards, Brian
Old Red Celica Posted 24 February 2012 Report Posted 24 February 2012 I'm touched . A year has passed so quickly, I'm glad that my actions and that of this great club have helped in your grief.
BrianGT Posted 24 February 2012 Report Posted 24 February 2012 I'm touched . A year has passed so quickly, I'm glad that my actions and that of this great club have helped in your grief. Kudos Bryan...I don't know you but you are a gentleman in your dealings on here and it is obvious that Simon's family appreciate it. You stepped forward when needed.
richtrdalsop Posted 24 February 2012 Report Posted 24 February 2012 This is the first I have heard about Simon, but it seems like he was a much loved guy, and the responses and support on here go to show just what a great bunch of people are on the site, and make it a joy to be a part of.
nix Posted 25 February 2012 Report Posted 25 February 2012 I never met Simon, but read his threads that he wrote over the years and the work he did was a credit to him. I can't believe it has been a year though. Keep well.
Old Red Celica Posted 25 February 2012 Report Posted 25 February 2012 Well today is the 25th. I'm sure we can all spare 5 mins of our Saturday to check out http://www.celica-club.co.uk/forum/index.php?/topic/71744-bishis-2nd-ta22-build-thread/ And give a minutes thought for Simon and his family that have been left behind. RIP Simon
annibee Posted 25 February 2012 Report Posted 25 February 2012 I joined after this but I've read the thread a couple of times. He truly had a car-mind and that machine he built was amazing! He was clearly a loved and respected gentlemen and as I posted on his thread a few months back my thoughts to his family and friends. I for one am proud to be a part of a community who has supported and given to the family something to help them at such a difficult time. Sorry for your loss but hopefully comfort can be taken in how much of an impact one person made to the car community, not only on celica club but the wider community it would seem. Peace be with you all xx
CelicaBabe Posted 25 February 2012 Report Posted 25 February 2012 Such lovely words Becci and Derek, I honestly can not believe a year has passed already, I do hope that in time things will get easier for you all and that you can continue to live life to the full as I am sure Si would have wanted. Sadly these things always happen to the good guys but you will always have your memories and no one can ever take those away from you My thoughts are with you today and I really do wish you all the best. You know we are always here for you on CCUK, always welcome Lost but never forgotten Si x
Stephen G Posted 26 February 2012 Report Posted 26 February 2012 Echo what everyone has said. Pleased to have helped in the wrangles with the insurance company over Simon's car. Eventually Becci has won that battle, which is small compensation, but at least the outcome is fair. Si is missed terribly here, and I imagine all over this club and at RR. S
shaungt4 Posted 26 February 2012 Report Posted 26 February 2012 Sorry for your loss . I didn't no simon but have read his thread many times and he has been such an insperation to me and many others on the club so dedicated . Rip simon . He will always live on in your hearts and of everyone who knew him .
cait Posted 26 February 2012 Report Posted 26 February 2012 Becci your an inspiration to us I'm a little lost for words right now, but I can only assure you the wall of tears Do eventually stop, I know from experience too !
Dan_Q Posted 27 February 2012 Report Posted 27 February 2012 Becci & Derek, Thanks for posting up- i was amazed too that a year had passed, when i found out on facebook thanks to Dawn (Cheers chick xx). He still continues to inspire me. On the 25th when i had finished all my housework, and decided that I "couldn't be bothered" to go in the garage for an hour or two, i logged onto facebook and saw the news. So, after a small tribute status to the great man, I went straight into the garage and finished the seat riser brackets i was part way through making for my celica! He is still helping me along. I keep meaning to finish some small aesthetics on my celica and take a picture, an idea blatantly stolen from another member on here (carlb) but a fitting tribute none the less. Take care, and I hope in some small way this year will be at least a little easier for you and the rest of the family xx
Sherv Posted 27 February 2012 Report Posted 27 February 2012 Can't believe its been a year since the awful news.As always very best wishes,hopefully its some comfort knowing Simons legacy is here for all to read and be inspired by.
nthnmunky Posted 27 February 2012 Report Posted 27 February 2012 As has been relayed by many others Becci it's astonishing to think it's been a year already. He was, is and always will be, considered a true legend on this forum and many others. He touched a great many people and I'm sure that everyone that ever had dealings with him will always remember him fondly. The world is a poorer place without him but I'll wager that right now heaven is rocking a wicked new JDM retro look
Lex_GTS Posted 27 February 2012 Report Posted 27 February 2012 A year goes by so fast but clearly he's not forgotten by you or any of us and never will be. In years to come people on CCUK will still speak of the legendary Mr. Bishi and he will always be held in the highest regard, both by those who knew him and those who have only heard the stories. Rest In Peace Simon. I'll wager that right now heaven is rocking a wicked new JDM retro look Amen brother
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