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Title: Pete Mc
Post by: Graham63 on December 04, 2013, 08:33:15 PM
It is with great sadness that I have  to inform the forum of the very tragic sudden death of Pete Mc. He was 44 years old.



[admin]Apologies for adding a little to the first post, but I thought that members would like to know that members of his family have been looking at this thread and really appreciate the messages. Cheers, Tank.[/admin]

Pete's Profile: http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=210 (http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=profile;u=210)
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: davieb on December 04, 2013, 08:37:42 PM
 :o  :o  :o  :o

I am so shocked at this news

My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends

R.I.P Pete
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: NeMo on December 04, 2013, 08:46:13 PM
Someone who seemed to embrace the spirit of this forum as well as the hobby. I'm sure will be missed.

NeMo
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Adam1701D on December 04, 2013, 08:48:58 PM
That's really shocking news. Sincere condolences to Pete's family and friends.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Geoff on December 04, 2013, 09:07:14 PM
That is such sad news.

Deepest sympathy to all of the family.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Newportnobby on December 04, 2013, 09:12:45 PM
Very shocked indeed to hear this, especially as Pete and I were in contact via PM not so long ago and he was in great spirits with his replacement car. Having met Pete a few times at various shows he was great company and his contributions to the forum, mainly about DCC and sound, showed his dedication.
You'll be sorely missed, Pete. :goodbye:
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Lawrence on December 04, 2013, 09:39:25 PM
That is rather a shock and extremely sad, please pass my condolences too
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Dock Shunter on December 04, 2013, 10:19:22 PM
Extremely shocked to hear this....... :( :( :(
Will miss those late night posts of Pete's where you could make a cuppa before reading because usually you knew you were in for a long one........ :D
Will remember him most for his enthusiasm for and his knowledge of DCC and DCC sound. :thumbsup:

R.I.P Pete.....

Condolences to his family and friends.....
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: EtchedPixels on December 04, 2013, 10:26:01 PM
Very sorry to hear that and so young

Best wishes to his family and friends, what a horrible beginning to Christmas.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Chetcombe on December 05, 2013, 03:53:16 AM
What a shock. Pete's contributions on the forum were always sincere and well considered. He will be missed.

My condolences to his family and friends
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Sprintex on December 05, 2013, 04:07:33 AM
Terrible news :(

This hobby, and the forum, has lost an enthusiastic and knowledgeable member. Glad he enjoyed his trains while he could.

You will be missed Pete.


Paul
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: porkie on December 05, 2013, 07:25:48 AM
This is very shocking news, pete's caricture always made me laugh.
His DCC knowledge and opinions will be missed.
My thoughts go out to his friends and family at this sad time.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: jonclox on December 05, 2013, 10:35:23 AM
Very sad news to hear that one so young has died. Sincere condolences to all his relatives and friends
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Tank on December 05, 2013, 10:42:49 AM
This is very sad news indeed and a complete shock.  He was a very friendly guy and I'll miss his posts on here and on other forums/groups.

RIP Pete.  All the best to your family.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: scotsoft on December 05, 2013, 10:50:25 AM
Very sad to hear this news and with someone so young.

My sincere condolences to his family and friends.

John.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Maurits71 on December 05, 2013, 10:54:53 AM
pfff way to younf, condolances to the famliy
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Jerry Howlett on December 05, 2013, 10:57:17 AM
Wow 44 !  Condolences from me, it makes you realise grab life while you can.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Agrippa on December 05, 2013, 11:07:01 AM
Sad news for a forum member to die so young.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: StufromEGDL on December 05, 2013, 11:11:43 AM
Hi All,

Just back into the UK to hear the sad news.
Please add my condolences towards his family & friends.

Stu from EGDL.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Malc on December 05, 2013, 11:12:43 AM
Such a sad loss and at such a young age. Especially difficult for his family coming at this time of year.  Condolences to his family.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: H on December 05, 2013, 12:19:26 PM
So young, so sad.

My thoughts are with his family.

H.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Pengi on December 05, 2013, 01:12:05 PM
I echo all of the comments so far. Condolences to his family and friends - he will be greatly missed
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: stevieboy on December 05, 2013, 01:16:34 PM
Having not met Pete but hearing so much from Ollie he sounded like a top chap.  My thoughts go out to his family and friends.

Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: mereman on December 05, 2013, 01:23:57 PM
I'm so sorry and shocked to hear of Pete Mc's death.

Condolences to his family and friends
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Griffo on December 05, 2013, 01:36:16 PM
Much too young, makes all our troubles seem insignificant. I'll miss your contributions on the forum.

RIP Pete, my thoughts and condolences to all those whose lives are touched by your loss.

Steve
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Chinahand on December 05, 2013, 01:58:32 PM
Such a shock to hear this very sad news. His knowledge of DCC, and particularly DCC sound, was encyclopaedic and his contributions to the forum will be sorely missed.

RIP Pete. Gone to that great big train set in the sky.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: CarriageShed on December 05, 2013, 04:39:17 PM
This is a real shock to hear. Pete Mc wrote such long and interesting posts (even the DCC ones), and 44 is no age at all. I'd like to offer my condolences to his family at this very sad time.

Peter
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: petercharlesfagg on December 05, 2013, 05:15:09 PM
Even though I had very few contacts with Peter it is always sad to lose someone who is active and vibrant.

Obviously all our thoughts are with those who are left behind.

Regards, Peter.

Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: d-a-n on December 05, 2013, 05:45:41 PM
This is deeply saddening news, my sympathies go out to Pete's family and friends who were lucky enough to know such a talented, helpful and knowledgeable person.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: 1936ace on December 05, 2013, 07:07:34 PM
WOW, totally shocked by this sad news.

My deepest sympathies go out to his family .

I have been fortunate that pete was kind enough to pass on his wealth of dcc knowledge to me

He will be sadly missed

bart
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Ollie3440 on December 05, 2013, 07:10:10 PM
Truly devastating news :( I was fortunate enough to know Pete fairly well outside of the group. Bumped into him at many shows and he was a regular operator on Sheaf with his magnificent fleet of sound locos.  R.I.P Pete, you will be missed.

Ollie

:NGaugersRule:
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Luke Piewalker on December 05, 2013, 07:14:08 PM
That's terribly sad...
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: port perran on December 05, 2013, 07:29:14 PM
Very, very sad news.
Condolences to all his family.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Chris on December 05, 2013, 07:30:32 PM
Just read about Pete's death on Facebook, and to say it came as a shock is an understatement, especially at such a young age. I had the pleasure of meeting Pete at TINGS 2012 and having a really good chat, which carried on via the forum. I am privileged to have known him and so sad he has gone.

Condolences to all his family. :'(
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: oscar on December 05, 2013, 08:26:57 PM
Can only repeat what has gone previously, far too young!
Condolences to all his family.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Nick_BFC on December 05, 2013, 08:29:04 PM
Very sad news indeed  :( My thoughts go to his family and friends.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: scruff on December 05, 2013, 08:44:56 PM
Totally shocked.. RIP Pete you will be missed greatly.

Please add my deepest condolences to the family.

Mark
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Christina on December 05, 2013, 08:57:40 PM
Terrible news :( My thoughts are with his family :(

Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: daveg on December 05, 2013, 09:52:48 PM
I would add my condolences to Pete's family and friends

Dave G
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: brbluewill on December 05, 2013, 10:27:10 PM
R.I.P pete far too young to be taken.best wishes to all the family at this sad time
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: guest311 on December 05, 2013, 10:34:42 PM
I would also like to add my condolences to Pete's family and friends.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: painbrook on December 05, 2013, 10:38:22 PM
Just been reading of Nelson Mandela's death, thought I'd cheer myself up on the 'forum', then to hear of Pete's death has taken my legs from under me, sad is such a silly word. My thoughts are with Pete's family and friends. John.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: 4x2 on December 05, 2013, 10:42:02 PM
So sad to hear, I can only echo what's already been said...

My deepest condolences to his family.

Mike
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Mirrlees on December 06, 2013, 12:14:59 AM
So shocking. So sad. The time I knew you was short but it was always good to talk to you.

RIP
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: OwL on December 06, 2013, 12:21:12 AM
Very upset on hearing of his passing. A massive loss. Very Sad.
My thoughts and best wishes go to his family and friends. RIP.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: silly moo on December 06, 2013, 04:18:25 AM
I'm sorry to hear that we have lost a member of the N gauge community, my condolences to his family and friends.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: RussellH on December 06, 2013, 08:45:24 AM
Sorry to hear this sad news - so young. Deepest sympathy to all of the friends & family.

Russ
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Bealman on December 06, 2013, 10:01:12 AM
Sad news, indeed.

All my condolences to family.

George
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: portland-docks on December 06, 2013, 10:20:51 AM
 :( ...
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: red_death on December 06, 2013, 10:34:49 AM
Shocking news and condolences to his family and friends.

RIP.

Mike
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: DJM Dave on December 06, 2013, 05:53:43 PM
I have a terrible memory for names, but I never forget a face.
I'm sure Pete must have said hi to me sometime in the past.

From what you guys say here it's a double hit really. Firstly a great guy has gone, and secondly a great and knowledgable N gauger has reduced our collective ranks.

Sympathys from me to his family and all who knew him.
Dave
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: texhorse on December 06, 2013, 06:24:08 PM
I never got the opportunity to meet Pete, but looking at the kind and heartfelt words and condolences here, I feel the loss as you all do.

Please pass on my best wishes to his family if anyone gets in touch.

Andy
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Hearts1874 on December 07, 2013, 09:21:58 AM
taken so young RIP
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: GroupC on December 07, 2013, 10:48:35 AM
I can only echo all the other posts - 44 is, as many have said, no age at all and this news is very sad indeed. Many condolences and much sympathy to his family, friends, and N gaugers who are all feeling his loss.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Steve.T on December 07, 2013, 07:06:57 PM
So sad to hear, especially to somebody so young.
My deepest sympathy to family and friends.

Steve
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: brbluewill on December 07, 2013, 07:49:57 PM
fitting tribute from facebook :thumbsup:

(http://i757.photobucket.com/albums/xx212/stockiebasher/rip_zps75554e7a.jpg) (http://s757.photobucket.com/user/stockiebasher/media/rip_zps75554e7a.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: unidan on December 08, 2013, 09:34:00 PM
RIP Pete and thoughts to the family
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: upnick on December 08, 2013, 09:36:37 PM
My deepest condolences to   Pete's   family  &  friends

A  terrible shock  to  all  i'm  sure  Pete  has been  taken  from  us so young  R.I.P.   :goodbye:   
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Mr Sprue on December 08, 2013, 10:16:34 PM
Due to only being a recent addition to forum membership, I never got to know Pete. But from what I can can gather from all the messages posted, he was someone that was a treasure to be acquainted with.

My deepest condolences and respect to Pete Mc's family & friends with his sad loss.
Title: Re: Pete Mc
Post by: Muppetman on December 08, 2013, 10:52:28 PM
Very sad news

Sincere condolences to all his relatives and friends