15 years on (continued)

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 15:31

R.I.P Topgun ... you where one strong man right to the end http://community.prostatecanceruk.org/editors/tiny_mce/plugins/emoticons/img/smiley-frown.gif

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 15:31

A light has gone out of our lives.

Rest In Peace Barry. You'll never be forgotten.

God bless you Karen, James and all the family. May you find strength and eventually comfort and peace.

George, Lynn and Katrina.

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 15:37

James, I think your dad would be telling me to pull myself together. You are all in my heart and prayers x

"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 16:24

R.I.P. T.G. Diesel.x

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 16:38

We knew it was close but it is still devastating to lose a man of Topgun's stature. Rest in Peace Barrington, a true gentleman, soldier, and fantastic human being. Karen and the family have supported Barry so well, it must have been such a difficult time for you, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of a top man.

John and I are so sad today but in some way relieved for our dear friend, no more suffering. You did kick that Pca in to touch for so long Barry, and in doing so you gave hope to so many.

The world is a lesser place today.

With love

Allison and John xxxx

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 16:50

Have followed TG's story since I joined the forum over a year ago. So many thanks for his compassion and support to others as well as the unique humour which his posts so often contained ! I am thinking of Karen and the family with love. A while back I lit a candle to remember WW1 and placed it in our bedroom window. I will do the same tonight to remember Barry and the inspiration he was to so many...

Fiona.

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 16:51

Barrington, RIP our dear friend, go upwards and join our previous heroes at their party in the sky, YOU will not be forgotten as you touched so many with your words of encouragement even when you knew you were failing.

Our prayers to Karen, James and Chris and the rest of the family, GOD BLESS.

Chris and Shirley

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 16:58

Very sad news. Another hero leaves us. Rest in peace Top Gun!

In times of doubt I'll will try to be true to your strapline. Needless to say......

flexi

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 17:11

This was the picture Karen posted this afternoon, diamond geezer

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Don't deny the diagnosis; try to defy the verdict

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 17:21

It's been a privilege to know and interact with Barry over the past couple of years. He and Karen have faced the last year with such reserves of strength and good humour it has simply been awe inspiring.

Barry knew his time was fading and he has dealt with that with the same humour and realism which has guided him throughout the years. My heart goes out to Karen and her family as they adjust to a life without such a big presence. His pain has ceased and for that we can take some comfort. I hope that in the coming days his family and friends can celebrate a unique and beautiful life. He deserves that send off. RIP Barry.

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 17:24

RIP TG have not been on site long but have followed TG journey condolences to the family

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 17:33

RIP TG, a true fighter to the end, you have been an inspiration to us all.

Roy

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 18:59

I am so sorry to hear of Barrington's death. He really was a top man and will be greatly missed.

Sending my sincerest condolences to Karen and the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you this evening.

R.I.P TG

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 19:26

Karen this is such sad news, TG was such a great inspiration to us all on this forum and will be greatly missed. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. Look to the sky tonight and see one more shining star.

Stu

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 19:35

Karen and family,

You have all had a long hard journey but now Barry is at rest. Barry’s presence, actions, determination and humour have been an inspiration to all those who knew him and he will be greatly missed.

Top Gun? ...Top Man!

Sincere condolences.

Alan and Celia

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 20:37

I am glad that Barry's pain is now gone, I'm glad that he is at peace.

But I am so sad that he will now have left a void in his family's life.

Karen and James and all of you. You will never forget the gentle man that he was, and neither will we.

I didn't know him long but his humour always shone through and his kindness and caring for the rest of us was a privilege to share.

Long may Barry's memory live on in all of us who are on this journey. May we, in his memory, continue to help each other as best we can.

Best Wishes Karen and Family

We can't control the winds - but we can adjust our sails

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 20:44

Such sad news today. My condolences to Karen and all of the family. Having achieved 'legend' status here on the forum, Barry will not be forgotten. RIP TopGun.

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 21:00

I guess I'm not alone in finding I've been logging in with a sense of trepidation knowing this day was coming,I never met Barry but is doesn't take away a sense of loss my sincere condolences to Karen and family.

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 21:03

Barry faced this with the courage and resolve that made him the person he was.

His family I am sure, whilst grieving his loss, will feel immensely proud of him.

I personally will miss the banter I had with him as well as the support he gave me

I send mine and Lesley's sincerest condolences

RIP old lad

Bri

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Posted 20 Aug 2014 at 21:15

Farewell old soldier.

We're going to miss you..........

Love

Ray and Beryl

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