westfire Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 I open up Xk I this is what I see first what a shock & with great sadness I read this news. Meet Anyfly at Stockton all those years ago & his talent as a kiter still leaves vivid memories & with a personality to match. He was a talented kiter & a gifted tradesman whose work can be found on many of the buggies we take to the various meets around this country. My condolences to Linda & family R.I.P. Andyfly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdhot Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 I've just been informed by various channels .... which has left me shell shocked. My sincerest condolences to Linda and kids. Andy, you enriched everybodies lives that you came in contact with, you will truly be missed by all Your enthusiasm, skill, smile and your time for anyone is legendary I'll miss you 'Pansh Bro' we always saw eye to eye RIP buddy JD and Family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoutherlyBuster Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 Was great meeting up with Andy down at Kingston Beach, here are some shots of Andy enjoying the ride and inspiring others. Sad it was the last time. regards, Norman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buggy1452 Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 Makes you realise how fickle life is. I experienced his generosity when I started buggying and have had the pleasure of his company on 7 mile. My sincerest condolenced to his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popeyethewelder Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 A very sad day within the kiting community, my thoughts are with the people who loved him the most...RIP Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypants44 Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 Gutted Take Care Andy and heartfelt wishes to your family at this sad time Words can't express how sad this is. I was chuckling only the other day at sitting drinking coffee with u and ur family as the smallest of flys sat in a tree dropping sticks on passers by and Andy trying to tell him off without laughing too hard at the cheeky little fella. "honest Dad, I was dropping the stcks near them not on them!" A sad day indeed HP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackant Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 RIP Andy, my thoughts are with your family and friends Ant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roblukin Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Such sad news, i was so looking forward to catching up and flying with you next month at stockton, im gonna miss you Andy. Keep on flying mate whereever you are. My Condolences to Linda and family, my thoughts are with you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBEwan Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Terrible and shocking news. Andy was one of the kiting community's most loved buggiers. My deapest condolences to Linda and family. Andy was an inspiration to us all. Even in these dark times I take inspiration from him. Live life like there's no tomorrow people. We never know when our time is up. You'll be missed Andy. Shane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malejo Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 I just wanted to say how wonderful it has been reading all these wonderful comments about my brother. He was passionate about this sport and obviously had a lot of very good friends to enjoy it with. Its very sad for our family that he has died so young with so much potential for a happy life ahead of him. Thank you all for being his friends. Jo Male Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 AndyFly R.I.P You were my flying partner, You were my true mate.......... It is with sadness you must leave us, you were an ambassador of the sport, a truely remarkable friend and dad. Like you have always been for me I will always be there for Linda and the kids. You were loved by all and will be missed by me, kyle's and so many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesy Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Stll find it hard to believe, such a good mate, you were always there when I needed you. goodbye old friend Jonesy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Such terrible news only made sadder by these short notes of love. My heart goes out to all of you who have had your lives touched by Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmachine Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Well what is there to say....... The kiting community has suffered a huge loss.. But none so near to the Fly clan.. my condolences go out to Linda and the kids. Andy, you WILL be missed. Always reminds me of one late afternoon... no wind all afternoon... everyone has packed up and the winds decide to change... no chance Andy was missing this one... strong wind 12m kite... what could be better... well only the smile on Andy's face after landing the kite... Fly high and have fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabroni Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 We'll miss you AndyFly - there so many of us who've been inspired by our time with you. I'll continue wearing the name AndyFly on my buggy with pride for years to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duke Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 I finnish reading now with very watery eyes, and attempt a short reply. I offer my most heartfelt sympathy to Andy's family and friends at this time of grief. Andy was one of the genuine ambassidors of the sport and his presense will be sadly missed. A true character who touched so many with his friendly advice and tremendously infectious attitude towards our chosen sport. A man who will live long in my memories for years to come. Farewell mate......... Dukey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trippnu Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 Never got to meet the man but through his post and reputation in the kiting community a great man rest in Peace Andy condolences to his family and friends Simon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKS Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 Jamie (Gozzy) and I are catching up in Rocky this Sunday afternoon with the plan of having a beer in honor of Mr Fly. For those that may want to join us (in spirit) wherever you are in this great land .... we plant to crack them open at 4.30 pm Marty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 Upon the request of Linda these are the funeral arrangements we can confirm for now. Tuesday the 6th of September at 1.30pm. Norwood Park Crematorium 65 Sandford Street, Mitchell ACT 2911 Tel: (02) 6241 3177 A link to the map http://www.norwoodpark.com.au/contact The wake arrangements are still being finalised and will be made available as soon as possible. Joel will update the front page with this information as soon as he can today. My door is still open, I am still waiting, please Andy just turn up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eluder Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 R.I.P Andy I remember when i first joined XK hoping to find some flyers in canberra to fly with and someone to teach me how to buggy. Andy was the first one to instantly reply to my post. With the time, location and day to meet. Also a list of kites that he offered me to try out for my first fly. Starting from a 2.0m up to a 5m. When I rocked up to Amaroo Andy instantly stopped flying. Introduced himself and pulled out his 3.5m pansh and taught me how to fly... I then crashed the pansh looked over at Andy with a concerned look on my face. Which his response was a cheeky laugh telling me not to worry its his trainer kite.That will be a day i will never forgette. Andy you were a good mentor, A good friend and a great flyer everytime you were up in the air you always had the biggest smile on your face. Farewell mate. thank you for all the memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil red ridinghood Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 I'll be like you Luke when we head to Yeppoon next year I'll be waiting for that cheeky grin to greet us with a cuppa every morning .It won't be the same up there with out him .Will be very sadly missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyMac Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 I too never meet the great Andyfly, but through correspondence on EK forums and the due response to this thread he will be sadly missed. All the best to the Andyfly family R.I.P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnolia Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 Bye Bye Bro... I can't believe you are gone. I have loved reading all these comments, particularly the ones about your great big grin. I am so happy you found something you loved and were so passionate about. It is obvious from all these wonderful comments you were well loved and respected for your talent and willingness to help others. The last time I saw you, you were wearing that great big grin, describing your sport and showing me your new kite. You were so humble and couldn't believe that someone was actually paying you to do something you loved. I'm incredibly sad you are gone but happy you found your passion and were able to share it with your children. A big thank you to all of you for enriching my brother's life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pari Posted September 1, 2011 Report Share Posted September 1, 2011 I didn't know Andy very well and had met him a couple of times at the Yeppoon meets, but the few brief times I did talk with him I liked him instantly. He was warm and friendly and I'm sad that I won't get to know him better. Goodbye AndyFly My condolences go to Andy's family and friends Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jolli Posted September 2, 2011 Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 Words cannot explain, Andy you will be sadly missed !!! I can believe that you are gone mate, rest in peace on the beach in heaven...... And to Andy's family our thoughts are with you !! JOLLI and family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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