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Title: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: PHIL YNYSBOETH on July 28, 2009, 02:59:42 PM Our good freind Jon aka Digga has very kindly offered to dedicate his Blackwood rally this Sunday to the Memory of Derek Jones, Rare and Detecting wales member who died suddenly yesterday afternoon.
Ive asked his wife and family if they minded and they was very touch by the affection and genuine concern that the members of DW have shown the family at this very sad time. Derek was a true friend to all and him passing will leave a whole in many peoples lives Phil jones Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: Richy on July 28, 2009, 03:28:25 PM That is a wonderful gesture at this sad time.
Thanks Jon and Phil. Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: bobkoi on July 28, 2009, 03:49:00 PM LOVELY GESTURE DIGGA. WELL DONE
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: waltonbasinman on July 28, 2009, 04:07:37 PM Excellent Idea Digga, It is thoughts and gestures like these that make this the best web site bar none.
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: kane52 on July 28, 2009, 04:13:38 PM thats really sad news :-[
i think maybe on sunday at the rally we should hold a collection from everyone in the club and either give it to the family or maybe buy something to give to them of flowers for the funeral. anyone agree?? Our good freind Jon aka Digga has very kindly offered to dedicate his Blackwood rally this Sunday to the Memory of Derek Jones, Rare and Detecting wales member who died suddenly yesterday afternoon. Ive asked his wife and family if they minded and they was very touch by the affection and genuine concern that the members of DW have shown the family at this very sad time. Derek was a true friend to all and him passing will leave a whole in many peoples lives Phil jones Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: DIGGA on July 28, 2009, 04:26:03 PM YEA I AGREE COUNT ME IN ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: Neil on July 28, 2009, 04:30:49 PM It's already in motion gents following an earlier suggestion from Coleggwent. Good to see you are all on board with it. Just a £1 a person will be fine, but if people want to donate more they can.
I think it would be fitting and a nice sign of respect to have it as a Memorial Rally. good idea - well done Digga. Neil Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: coleggwent(phil) on July 28, 2009, 04:46:59 PM nice one john (digga) thats very good of you .as you know neil you can count me in :) its the least we can do ;)
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: DATA311(Alan) on July 28, 2009, 04:48:15 PM Good idea all round guys, count me in for donations.
I did not know him that well but our thoughts go for all the family..................... Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: DIG IT! (ADIE) on July 28, 2009, 04:57:36 PM Sad to hear of the news .I didnt know him personally but it is a sad loss to the metal detecting hobby and i would like to express my condolences to the family .RIP buddy :)
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: silverhand on July 28, 2009, 05:27:41 PM could i make a little idea could we not hold a rally at this time every year with a memorial sheild for best find we do it for a fishing match every year it could work just a thought
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: mole on July 28, 2009, 06:07:45 PM Sorry to hear about the death of a fellow rare member my condolences go out to his family at this sad time I,ll also make a donation in his memory god bless :(
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: KANE (DES) on July 28, 2009, 06:36:57 PM i also will donate to the good friend he was to me i'll miss him
DES Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: Tafflaff (Rob) on July 28, 2009, 06:46:58 PM Yep , great idea , I think small donations of people shows respect.
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: KANE (DES) on July 28, 2009, 06:59:08 PM what if the money was given to is family so they can donate it to the charity of thier choice
DES Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: Stig(The) on July 28, 2009, 07:11:14 PM Personally Des i feel i already give plenty to charity in one way or another & would feel more comfortable donating to this worth while cause on this sad occasion knowing that the money i gave would be going to the family to assist them in any way they feel fit,i wander how other members feel about this.
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: PHIL YNYSBOETH on July 28, 2009, 07:23:26 PM Hi stig
You may have point there hes going to be cremated so a wreath would be just for the day. I know he attended a local church maybe i could like you said tell Chis his wife(hate the word widow) spend it as you see fit.its up to the majority Thanks for all your kind words i guess like all our wife chris didnt understand the Bond Detetorists have, I cant drive past a beach without having to stop and talk to the lone detectorist 2 miles down the beach near the water line it drives my wife mad lol Thank again Guys i know his wife will be amazed by all this affection from Detectorists some who barely Know him Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: KANE (DES) on July 28, 2009, 07:27:21 PM it was just a thought stig mate but i do agree with you , is family would benifit more from it
DES Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: PHIL YNYSBOETH on July 28, 2009, 07:28:51 PM Just found out Dereks church is very small so its family flowers only and donations to the Salvation Army i could tell her spend as she sees fit then its up to her
all the best Phil Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: DIGGA on July 28, 2009, 07:45:09 PM YEA I AGREE TOTALLY ,,,, THE MONEY SHOULD GO TO DEREKS WIFE ,,,,,,,,,,, THAT WAY SHE CAN DO WITH IT AS SHE PLEASES
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: mel on July 28, 2009, 07:47:25 PM Very nice idea count me in for donation.
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: Beefy (GARETH) on July 28, 2009, 08:23:21 PM yes it is a good idea
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: Al.Thepastfinder, ( Alan ) on July 29, 2009, 05:58:36 AM I'm with you Stig people can give to charities at anytime, that doesn't help the burdnen of the costs ect to the family,, they may very well need it,
Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: proconsul on July 29, 2009, 03:21:33 PM By popular request, when members pay the normal £5 ticket price for the Derek Jones Memorial Blackwood Rally they will have the opportunity of paying an extra £1 as a donation to a memorial fund to be given to Derek Jones' wife.
This donation will be entirely voluntary. Geoff Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: handyman [Alan} on July 29, 2009, 03:31:52 PM sorry to read about Dereks passing away. My view is that all donations received should be passed onto his wife to help towards the funeral costs.
Like Dig It, i didn't know the guy, but i do respect how close the metal detector community is. count me in for a donation Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: DIGGA on July 29, 2009, 06:56:51 PM Matthew Chapter 6:19-20
19. Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: 20. But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: JUST FOUND THIS AND THOUGHT IT WA APT CONCIDERING MOST OF THE STUFF WE FIND IS OLD AND RUSTY Title: Re: THE DEREK JONES MEMORIAL BLACKWOOD RALLY 2nd OF AUGUST 2009 Post by: bluebell on July 29, 2009, 09:15:43 PM what ever is decided count me in :)
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