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MikeO
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Joined: Jan 20, 2007
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Location: Scarning, Norfolk
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Sun Jan 22, 2012 5:37 pm |
 
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It is my very sad duty to inform you that Jonathan - Bladerunner on this forum - died unexpectedly on Thursday 19th January. I heard the news when I 'phoned his workshop for a chat this afternoon.
I am afraid I have no details at present - I have left my number with the lady at the next industrial unit, who is fielding 'phone calls and asked Jonathan's sister to call me when funeral arrangements are known.
I know Jonathan has been a huge source of help to many people on this forum - myself included. A nicer person - and a more meticulously professional mechanic you could not wish to meet.
I can't think of anything else to say right now - but it is at times like this that I am convinced that there is something very screwed up in the world...
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jas11n
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Joined: Nov 21, 2003
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Location: Durham, United Kingdom
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Sun Jan 22, 2012 5:59 pm |
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 Very sad news. Thoughts go out to all of his family and friends.
RIP Jonathan.... |
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gunman
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Joined: Sep 09, 2008
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Sun Jan 22, 2012 6:06 pm |
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Very sad news,he was a true gent. He gave me loads of useful advice which kept my A6 running, a loss to the forum and to the world in general. |
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QuattroJames
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Joined: Aug 08, 2007
Posts: 5148
Location: Dorset
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Sun Jan 22, 2012 7:50 pm |
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That's pretty shocking news, I never had the pleasure but only ever heard good things about him.
RIP |
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JMLAudi
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Joined: Nov 23, 2009
Posts: 130
Location: Baildon/Bradford
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Mon Jan 23, 2012 11:38 am |
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Sad loss to all
Thoughts and love to his family and friends
Did me a great service and his good name will always be remembered
John |
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SkyRocketeer
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Joined: Feb 14, 2011
Posts: 201
Location: Newport S-Wales
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Mon Jan 23, 2012 8:04 pm |
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So sorry to hear this. He was an invaluable source of information and trivia and will be sorely missed around here.
Rest In Peace Jonathan, you've been kind, helpful and without doubt the best example of on-line, owner and enthusiast help over the years. |
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THAT
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Joined: Jan 23, 2012
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Mon Jan 23, 2012 10:11 pm |
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please let me know when the funeral is and where
he was with us for sunday lunch at my home late last year
we even talked about setting up in buisness together
im gutted
he will be sadly missed
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spink
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Joined: Aug 12, 2006
Posts: 714
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Tue Jan 24, 2012 10:01 am |
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What terrible news,I echo everyone elses comments above really.A very sad day
RIP Jon |
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artb
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Joined: Nov 10, 2009
Posts: 120
Location: northants
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Tue Jan 24, 2012 12:39 pm |
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what terrible news,
although i never met jonathan,
but through his forum post i felt like i knew him,
a very nice guy and so helpful to others,
he will be sadly missed,
one of the worlds good guys...!
thanks for letting us know mike,
its good to know his help and comments will still be with us through the forum
RIP jonathan |
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Ghia
Audi Nut
Joined: May 27, 2008
Posts: 66
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Tue Jan 24, 2012 2:03 pm |
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That's terrible news. RIP John.
A very knowledgeable chap who was always happy to help out and have a laugh in the process.
You will be missed.
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waveydavey
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Joined: Feb 26, 2004
Posts: 134
Location: East Midlands, UK
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Wed Jan 25, 2012 5:42 pm |
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As others have said this is very sad news.
I've taken my A6 up to Chesterfield five or six times over the last year and chatted via phone and email many more and have always found Jonathan to be a very friendly person who was very willing to share his extensive knowledge of the A6, Audis and cars in general without any bull.
The Audi community has lost a top man who I considered to be a true friend. |
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audioc
Site OWNER
Joined: Jan 17, 2003
Posts: 12043
Location: E Bay?
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Wed Jan 25, 2012 8:54 pm |
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my sentiments... apologies to Mike O my reaction was "*censored*"... etc.
From my dealings with him- genuine, nice, knowledgeable guy.
If anyone is in touch with his family- please pass on my own personal condolences and those from the community "at large"....
Balls.
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audioc
Site OWNER
Joined: Jan 17, 2003
Posts: 12043
Location: E Bay?
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Wed Jan 25, 2012 9:28 pm |
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quick questions;
1. if agreeable by the family (if one of the users are in touch)- is it worth doing a "site collection"- either for flowers or a charity of their choice
2. A fitting "tribute" for the home page- ideally from those users that had more "interaction" with Jonathan
3. (Less important, but something myself and bladerunner had discussed at certain points)- compiling all his information/ hints/ tips/ etc. into one "article" as a "legacy" for other owners?
Thoughts/ suggestions/ feedback welcome.
At the end of the day- cars aside- my thoughts are with his family.....
Sometimes I think we really do live in a fooked up world.... |
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THAT
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Joined: Jan 23, 2012
Posts: 13
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Wed Jan 25, 2012 9:39 pm |
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as far as i am aware he only had 1 sister
no wife
no kids
i live local to were he worked and lived i will try to find out more
bless you jonathan |
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HF1600ie
Audi Nut
Joined: May 03, 2011
Posts: 61
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Thu Jan 26, 2012 12:05 am |
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May you rest in peace.
This are shocking news from someone I did not have the chance to meet in person, but have admired from a long distance.
You will be missed. |
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Wemyss
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Joined: Feb 08, 2006
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Location: Stromness
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Thu Jan 26, 2012 12:16 am |
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Like you all, very shocked and sadened. Never met the chap either but was abig help on here and a cracking chap to speak to.....
We have all lost a good friend it seems :< |
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sdk778
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Joined: Sep 17, 2008
Posts: 1346
Location: Sunny Cotswolds
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Thu Jan 26, 2012 8:16 am |
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I had the pleasure of meeting Jonathan a few years ago when I purchased an A6 from him.
Excellent all round honest and decent chap who was helpful and took time out to help with transpot arrangments for me.
We had a few 'phone conversations afterwards and was always cheerful and always offering advice and help where needed.
I know a few users on here have also met him personally through work done and i am sure they will agree on my comments.
RIP Jon, you will be missed.
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tut_gareth
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Joined: May 03, 2007
Posts: 176
Location: Surrey
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Thu Jan 26, 2012 9:51 am |
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Rest In Peace Jonathan.
Bladerunner has been a great help to me over the years, whether it be his renowned (C4)A6 Knowledge, posting tools to me or visiting his workshop to use the ramp.
My thoughts go out to you and your family. You will be sadly missed |
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duff_audi
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Joined: Dec 02, 2007
Posts: 121
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Thu Jan 26, 2012 10:36 am |
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very sad news and shocking
He fitted my cruise control and his enthusiasm for the C4 had a big part in me keeping mine for so long
His quality of work was very high standard and from chatting to him comes from a earlier career in Motorsport
Sadly missed indeed |
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alynrtiedtke
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Joined: Jun 18, 2011
Posts: 9
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Thu Jan 26, 2012 8:02 pm |
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I havent posted much on this forum, but have been a follower for some time, after all im a Volvo driver (with an Audi engine ) so am usually over at the Volvo forums.
However I have noticed that BladeRunner contributed a lot to this forum and has replied to a couple of my posts a while back.
Very very sad to hear the bad news.
Im sure he will be sadly missed. |
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asmirhoxha
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Thu Jan 26, 2012 10:16 pm |
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d-9
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Thu Jan 26, 2012 11:05 pm |
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Thats absolutely tragic, Jonathan was such a genuine, nice guy, always so helpful and he really cared about his customers.
Please make sure his car gets sold to an enthusiast (or a museum)! |
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GT500
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Joined: Apr 29, 2007
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Fri Jan 27, 2012 10:27 am |
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Rip Jonathan.
He will be missed. Salt of the earth. Top fella. |
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Acidburn
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Joined: May 25, 2007
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Fri Jan 27, 2012 1:25 pm |
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Really sorry to read this, he will be missed
rip - jonathan |
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slacky
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Fri Jan 27, 2012 9:50 pm |
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A Very very popular forum member
My condolences to his family & friends
RIP |
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windy
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Mon Jan 30, 2012 5:42 pm |
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I am very upset to hear this sad  news, I have only known Jonathan just over a year, but during the restoration of my Audi 100 he was alway very honest and extremely knowledgable and very helpful in all of my dealings, I was always willing to travel 150 miles each way for the the fabulous service he gave. He will be irreplacable. Without Joanthan my car would be long gone. Regards Terry(Windy) |
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NickJones
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Joined: Oct 21, 2004
Posts: 134
Location: Somerset UK
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Mon Jan 30, 2012 6:57 pm |
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That's bad news indeed.....
A sad loss. His good humour and expertise will be much missed.
RIP Jon.
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THAT
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Joined: Jan 23, 2012
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Wed Feb 01, 2012 3:10 pm |
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ok people
i have spoken to jonathans sister today
it is her wishes not to put the funeral date on the internet
so i have to respect that
i am personally going to the funeral as a good friend
thankyou everybody |
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artb
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Joined: Nov 10, 2009
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Wed Feb 01, 2012 5:54 pm |
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thanx for keeping us posted,
pass on our condolences and our fondness for Jonathan from all on the forum.. |
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THAT
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Sat Feb 04, 2012 8:07 pm |
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ok people
jonathans family would now welcome friends to go to the funeral
if you would like to go to Jonathans funeral please PM me
or txt or phone 07872900314
thankyou
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