In Memoriam - Owd.

[DTCwordfan]

It was a year ago today that our friend, Eric, aka Owd/Owdhamer , passed away after quite a battle with cancer.

I am sure that several of you will wish to pass or express your thoughts and memories of this wonderful, kind and likeable man that Owd was. It was only for a short time that some of us got to know him as we tried to help him keep his spirits up and prepare him for the next bout of chemo. His patience, warmth and love for Mrs Owd, his family and friends was, indeed, inspirational. Many of us would have loved to get to know him better but, sadly, this was not to be.

He is missed; however, his legacy is indeed that oft hackneyed expression, "He was a good man." In Owd's case, it was so true.

Mrs Owd does look into AB from time to time and enjoys seeing our banter. The day won't be a pleasant one for her, however, her wonderful memories should help her through this.

If you can take thirty seconds out today to think of Owd and other ABers that we have lost through illness or whatever, then the World will be a better place.

Lastly, I am reminded of a Dutch proverb: "Every goodbye is the birth of a memory." In Owd's case, "I hope those horses are running well for you upstairs, Eric. Bless You."

[berniecuddles]

sqad i believe he and chewn had words he is suspended too!

[Sqad]

Thanks bernie.

[Psybbo]

Mrs Owd has asked DTC to convey her thanks to all of you, she really appreciates all the kind words and the lovely memories we have of Owd. No doubt, DTC could have expressed this better but until then I'll try to him justice. Mrs Owd you are in our thoughts today and always, Much love sibs

[murraymints]

Seconded...minty xx

[Jeza]

I too am thinking of Mrs Owd on this the 1st anniversary. Mic often spoke of his courage.

[ELVIS68]

Loved his avatar pic, will back a winner for him at Cheltenham next month

[lady-janine]

Mrs Owd you are often in my thoughts, and also the courage and spirit of Owd. xx i keep my treasures on the dining room table. perfect.

[shoota]

He was a big fan of the Dubliners.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mPraO_sJ7A

[gness]

This is the song Owd teased me with....♥

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVl_KvXWIAI

[lcg]

hear hear, dtc....i miss him too and think of him whenever horse racing crops up for me. blessings to mrs owd, you were/are a lucky lady and he made a difference to lots of people's lives. much love, owd x