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  • NicNacNicNac Administrator, Moderator
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    The event I attended where Richard was signing for fans, there were also several Bond girls including Myriam d'Abo and Lois Chiles, plus George Lazenby. It was an impressive collection of Bond associated people. Well, I never got to meet Richard Kiel simply because the queue was just too long.

    I met George Lazenby who also had a healthy queue, none of the girls had any kind of queue to speak of. But Richard Kiel's queue was as immense as he was.

    Yes, ok, I was also a little bit scared.

    Iconic is the word.
  • The actors Donald Sinden (90) and John Barden (75) and the former Democratic Unionist Party Leader, Iain Paisley (88) have all passed away today.

    RIP.
  • I was also sorry but unfortunately not terribly surprised to hear of the passing of Robert 'Throb' Young, former guitarist of the UK veteran band Primal Scream. Catching their XTRMNTR tour at the turn of the millenium - with Young all Gibson, leather trousers and attitude solid stage left - was an absolutely brutal experience and one of my favourite concert memories ever.
  • DragonpolDragonpol https://thebondologistblog.blogspot.com
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    Sad news indeed regarding the death of Lord Bannside, the Rev. Dr Ian Paisley, former First Minister of Northern Ireland. "Big Ian" was certainly a giant in Ulster politics and although it is true that he divides opinion and is in some ways a deeply polarising figure in Northern Ireland politics akin to PM Margaret Thatcher on the mainland he is still a political titan.

    I may have had more moderate unionist views (UUP) but I still regard him as the peacemaker who delivered a better settlement than bombs and guns could offer the people of Northern Ireland. I too extend my condolences to his wife and family at this difficult time.
  • edited September 2014 Posts: 11,189
    Today has been a truly horrible day in terms of high profile losses. However I fear I am about to lose my 93 year old grandfather. He was taken to hospital this morning after a decline in health during the last few weeks and is being treated for pneumonia. Having just come back from seeing him I'm preparing myself for the worst. As harsh as this sounds I hope he passes peacefully as the last month has been pretty awful for him.
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
    edited September 2014 Posts: 12,480
    I am saddened to hear of the passing of all of those mentioned above this post, and my condolences go to all family and friends.

    But I especially want to reply to @BAIN123: At 93, it would not be easy for your grandfather to come back from pneumonia, but it is good he is in the hospital being cared for, and people at that age can recover. It is just so difficult to face the decline and passing of our family and loved ones, no matter their age. It is good you recently visited him. I will keep him, and your family, in my prayers and thoughts.
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    RIP Donald Sinden! Always made me laugh in "Never the Twain" with Windsor Davis! Also enjoyed him in "Judge John Deed" with Martin Shaw.
  • SandySandy Somewhere in Europe
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    @BAIN123 I hope your grandfather recovers or at least can live peacefully and quietly the time that remains to him. I remember my great-grandfather recovered from a pneumonia agains all odds when he was well into his 90's (he died when he was 100) so don't lose hope.
  • RIP to the 50 dogs in Manchester dogs home after some sick bastard set the place on fire.
  • TheWizardOfIceTheWizardOfIce 'One of the Internet's more toxic individuals'
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    Dragonpol wrote: »
    Sad news indeed regarding the death of Lord Bannside, the Rev. Dr Ian Paisley, former First Minister of Northern Ireland. "Big Ian" was certainly a giant in Ulster politics and although it is true that he divides opinion and is in some ways a deeply polarising figure in Northern Ireland politics akin to PM Margaret Thatcher on the mainland he is still a political titan.

    I may have had more moderate unionist views (UUP) but I still regard him as the peacemaker who delivered a better settlement than bombs and guns could offer the people of Northern Ireland. I too extend my condolences to his wife and family at this difficult time.

    Difficult for me to comment on his legacy only ever having very minor and peripheral experiences of the troubles but like him or loathe him at least no one could ever accuse Ian Paisley of not standing for something.

    Like Enoch Powell, Tony Benn and Thatcher herself his passing should be mourned because this country has lost another politician who had the guts to say unpopular things rather than the vapid suitfuls of emptiness who have their opinions dictated to them by Twitter we are stuck with now.
  • edited September 2014 Posts: 11,189
    I've just heard that my titan of a granddad died this evening at 22.10 UK time

    William McCrorie OBE (19th April 1921 - 12th September 2014)
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
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    I am truly saddened, BAIN123. God bless you and your family through this difficult time. A long life, and he was well cared for ... yet it is never easy when a loved one passes away, no matter how long they lived; I know. Please take care.
  • MrcogginsMrcoggins Following in the footsteps of Quentin Quigley.
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    Dear BAIN123 My Deepest Sympathies on the loss of your Grandfather .
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    BAIN123 wrote: »
    I've just heard that my titan of a granddad died this evening at 22.10 UK time

    William McCrorie (19th April 1921 - 12th September 2014)

    I wish you and your family loads of strength in this trying times and offer my condolences.

  • ThunderfingerThunderfinger Das Boot Hill
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    Sorry, mate. I feel your loss. I lost my last Grand dad in 2009. He was born in 1922. The best man ever. Sure you feel the same way about yours.
  • Posts: 479
    Dragonpol wrote: »
    Sad news indeed regarding the death of Lord Bannside, the Rev. Dr Ian Paisley, former First Minister of Northern Ireland. "Big Ian" was certainly a giant in Ulster politics and although it is true that he divides opinion and is in some ways a deeply polarising figure in Northern Ireland politics akin to PM Margaret Thatcher on the mainland he is still a political titan.

    I may have had more moderate unionist views (UUP) but I still regard him as the peacemaker who delivered a better settlement than bombs and guns could offer the people of Northern Ireland. I too extend my condolences to his wife and family at this difficult time.

    Difficult for me to comment on his legacy only ever having very minor and peripheral experiences of the troubles but like him or loathe him at least no one could ever accuse Ian Paisley of not standing for something.

    Like Enoch Powell, Tony Benn and Thatcher herself his passing should be mourned because this country has lost another politician who had the guts to say unpopular things rather than the vapid suitfuls of emptiness who have their opinions dictated to them by Twitter we are stuck with now.

    Amen to that my friend. If there is one thing I respect about politicians of the older eras is that they were men of principle and idea. There was a difference then, but there isn't now, just shades of the same colour (although it has got better over the last couple of years with Labour's leftward swing). Even as a vehement Socialist, I could always respect people like Powell, Maudling, Butler etc. They had ideas and courage, but they also had understanding. Most of them had experienced war first hand, and for that they deserve our respect irrespective of their politics. Today's lot just need to take note of three words. Ideas, Principle and Courage. Another thing that lacks in politics is character. Denis Healey was a character, Benn was a character, as was Thatcher and Powell, not like Cameron, Clegg or Miliband.
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    @BAIN123 My sincerest condolences; even among all the high profile deaths recently, I'm sure your personal loved ones will affect you so much more. I wish you the best in this difficult grieving process. God bless you and the rest of your family in this hard time.
  • edited September 2014 Posts: 11,189
    Thank you for all the lovely messages :)

    Here is a photo of him and me in earlier days - one of my favourites.

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    I'll miss him terribly but I'll take comfort that he was ready to go by the end.
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    R.I.P Richard Kiel. He was great actor. There be another like him
  • SandySandy Somewhere in Europe
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    @BAIN123 my heartfelt condolences to you and your familyl.
  • edited September 2014 Posts: 6,396
    My condolences to you and your family @Bain123. I am very sorry for your loss.
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
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    That really is a great photo of you with your granddad, @BAIN123! What a special picture. Thank you for sharing that.
    I hope you, your mother, and all of your family will find comfort during this difficult and emotional time.
  • DarthDimiDarthDimi Behind you!Moderator
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    @BAIN123, my sincerest condolences, friend.
    I like that photo.
    Take good care.
  • BennyBenny Shaken not stirredAdministrator, Moderator
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    Sorry for you loss @BAIN123, my thoughts to you and your family my friend.
  • Sorry to hear about your granddad @BAIN123. It's never nice losing a family member.
  • KerimKerim Istanbul Not Constantinople
    edited September 2014 Posts: 2,629
    My condolences to you and your family @BAIN123. May your grandfather RIP.
  • MurdockMurdock The minus world
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    Sorry to hear about your grandfather @BAIN123. May he rest in peace. My thoughts go out to you and your family.
  • 0BradyM0Bondfanatic70BradyM0Bondfanatic7 Quantum Floral Arrangements: "We Have Petals Everywhere"
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    I am sorry to hear of your trying personal times, @BAIN123. The one shining light in this dreary affair is that your dear grandfather's suffering was not prolonged and he was able to pass into a peaceful rest at last. Our thoughts are with you and your family, mate.
  • So sorry to see the news of your loss @Bain123. Please know many are thinking of you and your family at this time.
  • DragonpolDragonpol https://thebondologistblog.blogspot.com
    edited March 2017 Posts: 18,281
    Sammm04 wrote: »
    Dragonpol wrote: »
    Sad news indeed regarding the death of Lord Bannside, the Rev. Dr Ian Paisley, former First Minister of Northern Ireland. "Big Ian" was certainly a giant in Ulster politics and although it is true that he divides opinion and is in some ways a deeply polarising figure in Northern Ireland politics akin to PM Margaret Thatcher on the mainland he is still a political titan.

    I may have had more moderate unionist views (UUP) but I still regard him as the peacemaker who delivered a better settlement than bombs and guns could offer the people of Northern Ireland. I too extend my condolences to his wife and family at this difficult time.

    Difficult for me to comment on his legacy only ever having very minor and peripheral experiences of the troubles but like him or loathe him at least no one could ever accuse Ian Paisley of not standing for something.

    Like Enoch Powell, Tony Benn and Thatcher herself his passing should be mourned because this country has lost another politician who had the guts to say unpopular things rather than the vapid suitfuls of emptiness who have their opinions dictated to them by Twitter we are stuck with now.

    Amen to that my friend. If there is one thing I respect about politicians of the older eras is that they were men of principle and idea. There was a difference then, but there isn't now, just shades of the same colour (although it has got better over the last couple of years with Labour's leftward swing). Even as a vehement Socialist, I could always respect people like Powell, Maudling, Butler etc. They had ideas and courage, but they also had understanding. Most of them had experienced war first hand, and for that they deserve our respect irrespective of their politics. Today's lot just need to take note of three words. Ideas, Principle and Courage. Another thing that lacks in politics is character. Denis Healey was a character, Benn was a character, as was Thatcher and Powell, not like Cameron, Clegg or Miliband.

    Well said on both counts. Ian Paisley was very much a conviction politician who stood up for what he believed in. He was not swayed by opinion polls as the cosy inhabitants of the Westminster village are these days. I long for the politicians of the old days...
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