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Hugo Drax Passes Over
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Hugo Drax Passes Over
It is with a very heavy heart that I have to tell our community of the sudden passing over of one of the hobbies biggest supporters aka Mark McGowan.
Mark was a true gent with a big big heart and everyone who met this big Irishman would always remember him. His sense of humour, his stories, his cheeky laugh, all rubbed off on you when sharing a pint and having a laugh, Mark did enjoy the craic.
I will miss this big guy, we had made arrangements to spend 3 days together for this years UKGK show, I'm still a bit shocked by it all so will leave it there. One thing I do know is that the world is a poorer place now he's not in it.
Mark and I at last years show.
Keith
Mark was a true gent with a big big heart and everyone who met this big Irishman would always remember him. His sense of humour, his stories, his cheeky laugh, all rubbed off on you when sharing a pint and having a laugh, Mark did enjoy the craic.
I will miss this big guy, we had made arrangements to spend 3 days together for this years UKGK show, I'm still a bit shocked by it all so will leave it there. One thing I do know is that the world is a poorer place now he's not in it.
Mark and I at last years show.
Keith
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This is very sad news, I'm shocked to hear it.
We'd talked on occasions, nearly always about our mutual interest in Bond.
Please pass on my condolences to his family if you get the chance.
Deepest sympathy.
Robert Price
We'd talked on occasions, nearly always about our mutual interest in Bond.
Please pass on my condolences to his family if you get the chance.
Deepest sympathy.
Robert Price
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My condolences to his friends and family. Losing anyone is always so hard. may he rest in peace. We will miss your presence.
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Re: Hugo Drax Passes Over
Oh man, I can't believe this. What a loss. He was every sense of the word a "Gentleman". I am very sad now about this. I just spoke with him recently just checking in with me. This guy really loved the hobby. So sad.
See you on the other side big guy.
See you on the other side big guy.
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I'm so shocked to read this. Mark was a kind gentleman on the boards. He was passionate about his gks weather it be bond or jaws. we have lost a great guy and fellow modeler. Please pass my condolences to the family Keith. Mark you will be missed my friend. I wish we could have met in person. We had a few good conversations and you were An A1 customer. I will raise a glass for you at wonderfest.
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This one hits hard. Truly. Mark's one of the best guys I encountered in this community and I hoped I'd get a chance to meet him in person one day. I'll remember him fondly the rest of my life, really.
Thanks, Keith, for passing along the news.
Thanks, Keith, for passing along the news.
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Oh man. This is a shock.
Please pass my condolences to his family.
I didn't know him well, but he's been a really helpful and great member here for many years.
Please pass my condolences to his family.
I didn't know him well, but he's been a really helpful and great member here for many years.
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Very sad news. Was he ill or something?
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Condolences. The hobby's lose. I can't remember when he wasn't helping somebody out.
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I read the title, instantly pictured his avatar and it took me a moment to realize what was being said. Then it hit me.
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So very sorry to hear this ... wow ... Condolences to his family and UK friends ...
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Condolences and hopes that the days ahead will become brighter as time unfolds.
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Mark we will miss you so much the world was a better place with you in it, i toast you sir
Marcáil codladh go maith mo chara
Marcáil codladh go maith mo chara
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Re: Hugo Drax Passes Over
Unfortunately I don't have Marks eloquent, witty way with words......enough to say I was very sad to here this news last night, the GK world and his family have lost a 'top bloke'.
Where ever you are Mark, I hope you still have that resin smell in your nostrils, RIP.
Where ever you are Mark, I hope you still have that resin smell in your nostrils, RIP.
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Wow....that is sad news. My condolences, to you Keith, and Marks family. He and I had a number of pleasant exchanges over the years, he was a good guy!
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saw todd's post on FB but didn't put it together with HUGO DRAX...now i'm nearly in tears...RIP to one of our best!
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Sorry to hear that. I didnt know him outside of this board, but I still consider everyone here a friend.
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damn it.
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Sending my condolences as well. I only knew him thorugh PM's, but I enjoyed communicating with him.
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Re: Hugo Drax Passes Over
Shocked and saddened to hear this!
Sincere condolences to his family and those closest to him.
Sincere condolences to his family and those closest to him.
Mike