Following the tragic death of our friend Steve Young last year, many of us contributed to a collection. This collection was initially intended to pay for a display by WB569 (the first ‘plane that Steve piloted at the age of 13) at his funeral, but there was sufficient left in the pot to pay for something more lasting to stand as a memorial to Steve.
An engraved bench has been ordered that will be placed by the beer hut at Old Warden. We’re going to hold a small gathering to dedicate this bench to Steve’s memory at the first show of the season on the 7th May in one of the hangars (I’ll post details of the time/location nearer to the show). It would be nice if Steve’s friends from the forum could attend the
bench dedication to raise a glass to someone we all miss a great deal.
The remainer of the collection will be divided between donations to:
* The Grace Spitfire (which we hope to present at the dedication)
* The nurses at Addenbrookes who cared for Julie’s Mother
* The Battle of Britain Memorial
Rob
By: TEXANTOMCAT - 8th May 2006 at 09:37
Superb, well done to all involved – very kind of Carolyn Grace to attend
(didnt know that AIB -lovely thought James)
TT
By: Andy in Beds - 8th May 2006 at 09:32
and thanks to a certain Australian author for dedicating a Lysander book for Steve too.
By: JDK - 8th May 2006 at 08:23
Thanks Rob, Andy, Carolyn and all who made that possible.
For those who may be wondering what all the fuss was about, perhaps as recent members of the Forum, or not have heard of Steve directly, I suggest you have a look here, on the thread about Steve’s untimely loss.
Be warned, though, it’s a moving tale.
By: Robbo - 8th May 2006 at 08:08
Many thanks to everyone who made yesterday happen and for those who came to remember our friend Steve. Having started the day with threats of rain we ended up with a marvelous afternoon and I can’t help thinking that someone up there has a great deal of influence with the weather gods.
Thanks to Andy and to Carolyn for standing up in-front of what was quite a large crowd to say a few words about Steve, you both did a splendid job. It’s nearly a year since we lost Steve, but it’s still very difficult to come to terms with the fact that he’s not around anymore.
Thanks also to the Shuttleworth Collection for playing host, for supplying the bench and for dedicating another display to the memory of a good friend.
Rob
By: Robbo - 6th May 2006 at 23:17
The bench is currently in Hangar 5 after being given a coat of preservative by Andy and Neil this afternoon. I’ll ask for a couple of announcements to be made over the PA system so that friends and family are aware of arrangements on the day.
Rob
By: Pete Truman - 6th May 2006 at 07:49
I would like to attend but for various reasons I unfortunately can’t be there.
I didn’t know Steve, but from what you all say he was a unique character and everytime I research an old thread, he’s always put his view in there somewhere, very sad really, but in a way he lives on in the Forum.
I gather that the weather could be a bitch tomorrow, c’mon Steve, pull a few strings up there.
I shall raise a glass of wine at 4:00 tomorrow, all the best everyone.
By: trumper - 5th May 2006 at 18:19
Thanks Robbo
By: Robbo - 5th May 2006 at 18:05
The bench dedication is scheduled for 16:00 (during the display) probably in Hangar 8 (this will be confirmed by tanoy on the day).
By: trumper - 5th May 2006 at 17:49
Is there any more info regarding the time and location of the seat dedication please,Thanks
By: Geoff K - 5th May 2006 at 11:47
That’s great Tracy. I’ll look forward to seeing him again.
Geoff.
By: Tracey George - 5th May 2006 at 11:13
Haydn will be there looking forward to catching up with a few of his Dad’s mates!
By: Ja Worsley - 1st May 2006 at 15:39
I’ll be there in Spirit sadly, I live too far away and assignments o England are very very rare for me. Please take some pics and post them so that we who are not able to get there can at least see the dedication.
I have lost too many friends in this past year, I will raise a glass at the same time but in my GMZ in honour.
By: Seafuryfan - 1st May 2006 at 15:02
I won’t be able to attend but will raise a glass for Steve on the day. Looking forward to sitting on the bench sometime this year 🙂
Many thanks to all those involved in remembering Steve.
Rick
By: philo - 29th April 2006 at 21:30
As much as I would like to be there and back in the aviation fold I will be in Cleveland Ohio for my sins.
I will take a thought on the Sunday.
Phil
By: ollieholmes - 27th April 2006 at 22:27
I will be there, and i will make sure i pay my respects.
By: Napier Sabre - 27th April 2006 at 21:41
Thanks for posting this Rob,
Unfortunatly I am on the all shift at work and will not be able to attend, Hopefully all being well a round will be bought on May 21st in Steve’s memory.
By: duxfordhawk - 27th April 2006 at 21:15
Its a great idea, I won’t be able to be there due to work commitments but this year i must make my way to Old Warden, Where i for my sins have still not been.
By: Bmused55 - 27th April 2006 at 16:33
Excellent 🙂 I’m pretty sure Steve will have been watching and very thrilled 🙂
By: Robbo - 27th April 2006 at 15:54
Forgive my ignorance, but did WB569 get to display at Steves funeral?
I realy hope she did.
Yes, Denis Neville put on a spendid display. It was very special to be able to get hold of that particular Chippy.
By: Bmused55 - 27th April 2006 at 15:05
Forgive my ignorance, but did WB569 get to display at Steves funeral?
I realy hope she did.
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