rollergirl Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 Such sad news Bryan was a lovely guy who helped us out heaps with reefkeeping as we were learning (not to mention fishkeeping in general), he will be sorely missed. When we first started with reefkeeping Origin Aquatics was a frequent port of call for advice and gear. Bryan was always kind, extremely helpful for a couple of newbies, and friendly to chat to, an all round good bloke who had such dedication to the hobby.... Ken and I would like to pass on our sincerest condelences to his family and friends. RIP Bryan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afrikan Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 We have been to see Bryan's dad tonight and spent a good 3 hours there, I have passed on peoples thoughts and condolences.. and he was very appreciative. Thanks so much everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke* Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 oh no! this is excruciatingly sad. it appears things got on top of him and he saw no way out with the loose ends that he had. clearly in his posts he had issues going on and it's a pity we couldn't have been more constructive to help him through. though i know this is always a reaction to events like this. it is a real shame he couldn't work through it as he indicated he was trying to in his recent posts. at least now finally he can heal on the other side. he had good technical knowledge and i was impressed at how he'd set up his fishroom. he also made high cost fish such as cardinal and rummynose tetras more accessible to people despite the critics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia-15 Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 i agree with you luke, he was a exteremely capable fishkeeper,infact, he designed my 6ft setup, helped me to get things at a low cost yet remained effective. i used to drive 40 minutes to his shop, most of the times just to have a chat. he will be missed, not only as a fish keeper, but to me, also as a friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinytawnykitten Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 Words can't express the sadness. Love and blessings to his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaM Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 Really sad news, and an obvious loss to the aquarium world. Please pass on my condolences to the family. Each and every life is so precious, and its so sad to know he had lost sight of how precious and valuable he was. May he be at peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmchick Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 What a tragic loss of such a young life. He will be missed. Condolences to his family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caper Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 Obviously I didn't know who you are talking about...but always sad to hear of someone's loved one dying Just from reading through the thread I take it that he was a young man? Caper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelenMac Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 Such shocking and sad news My heartfelt prayers and condolences to Bryan's family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimera Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 Very sad news. From the few times I met Bryan he was a great guy with a big heart and of course a huge passion for the hobby. My sincere condolences to the family. Just from reading through the thread I take it that he was a young man? yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minchton Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 I have never met any person in the commercial trade who was as helpful as Bryan. Condolences to his family from a fishy who will miss his knowledge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KC Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 My name is Leeanne. Our daughter Kally had been Bryans girlfriend for quite some time - they were very close. Bryans passing has come as a dreadful shock to all our family. We had the privilage of having Bryan living with us in Auckland where he became like one of the family. He was a gental soul with a great passion for his fish breeding & the Hurricanes Rugby team. Kally & all our family would like to extend our thoughts & prayers to his Mum , Dad & brother Steven. Kally has read the messages posted but is unable to make her own response at this time. Leeanne , Paul , Kally, Morgan & Campbell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insect Direct Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 guttered, ive been abit lost for words since hearing this Bryan was one person i would've loved to have met, been freinds with a close freind of his i only ever heard good things about this young man and his achievments and passion for the hobby. my heart goes out to all r.i.p man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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