Words can't express our thoughts and feelings Ian was one of the characters of the Travelblog community. He will be sorely missed. Thank you Jo for the courage to share this devastating moment with your friends in the ether. Rest in Peace Ian...you are sorely missed but you will be long remembered.
Jo, Zoe, Woolly, The image of all of you holding Ian in his last moments moved me to tears. Though it is unfair that he is gone with such short notice, he must have felt so lucky knowing you were by his side. I hope enduring memories of him as a wonderful husband, father, and hero will support you in your catharsis.
So sorry I am so sorry for your loss Jo. I've never been through anything like this so I can't even begin to imagine what you and your family Are going through. I trully am sorry and I hope being with your family can be a bit of a comfort. All the best.
Words are not enough Like Josevich, my father also passed away from cancer - a very aggressive brain tumor to be exact. Within seven months of being diagnosed, he was gone. Even though I never met Ian (only on Facebook), this news really shook me - so I cannot conceive what it did to you. My warmest and most supportive thoughts are with you at this time. Look to the future, the sun will still rise tomorrow, though it may not appear as bright and warm as it was last week or month. Hope we meet one day and whilst you chat to my mascots - Polly, Sheba and Lenny - Jo and I can chat about life and travel. Take care.
So sorry for your loss These lovely photos and your heartfelt words convey the wonderful man that Ian was and the difficult last part of your lives together. How wonderful, though, that you could all be together in the end! Best wishes getting through this difficult time and finding your next step. My thoughts and love are with you.
Thank You Thank you for your thoughts, it was a very difficult blog to write but I wanted to honour him as well as letting people know what had happened xx
I'm so very sorry to hear of Ian's passing... you were just settling down at the end of a big transition, with so much to look forward to living in Turkey. Your TB family's prayers go with you as you now make a more difficult transition without Ian. I'm glad you are able to meet with JenGog and Sion, and hope that friendship continues. Please drop us a line occasionally to let us know how you are doing.
Many Thanks I am so glad that we managed to do what we did last year, JenGog and Sion have been brilliant. Woolly and I will let you know how things go.
Incredibly sad news Wonderfully shared. Can't begin to imagine what you and Zoe must be going through. A fine man taken far too soon. Take care of each other x x
Facebook Friend I never meet Ian but we were friends on Facebook. I knew I had not seen him on it a long time and I am very sorry.
your blog made me cry, it was so sweet. Please remember the good times it will get you through the bad ones.
from Pfafftown, North Carolina. God bless you all.
I am so sorry for your loss My father died of cancer. I remember how devastating it was to hear that nothing could be done. My heart goes out to you...
Shattered dreams As Dave and Merry say, words don't come easily in these kinds of situations. A touching blog written in such a simple and loving way. One thing that really comes through from your blog is how much Ian was loved and will be missed by you. We are so sorry to hear of your loss and our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. x
to my friends smelly girl Zoe, Jo and Woolly Mammoth Bestest bestest friend - I have got water coming out of my eyes reading what you have written about Ian and your adventures . Jen found you through Travelblog and I found we had the same interests- facts, enjoying ourselves, pistachio nuts , Jaffa cakes and being a handful for our carers JenGog and Glenn and Ian and Jo. Your tales of Georgie and the wind in Belgium at first made me smile and we compared your trips with ours in Suzy. And then Ollie and his trip across Europe to Turkey. We had fun at Kiddy station and Attingham Park in the summer when we met . Jen says she cant believe just how much has happened since then. Big hug from all of us but best of all from me Sion your bestest friend to my bestest friend Woolly Mammoth xxx
Shattered dreams My heart breaks while reading this touching tribute. Our thoughts our with you. Words never come easy in these situations. We are surrounding you with white light and hugs.
Agonising but rewarding.. I totally empathise with you. The wait must have been agonising. Glad that works are in progress, all the best!! Looking forward to more news and post of the new place. Love the pictures (^_^)
Many Thanks We will keep you updated, painting done only kitchen and bathroom to sort. Woolly is having a great time on his skateboard on the newly varnished floors!
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A truly multi-national mammoth that travels the world visiting places of interest, making new friends and causing mischief wherever he can. With my carer Jo (bless her!) I have scaled castle walls, walked in the footsteps of Roman Emperors and Maharajah's, climbed mountains, contemplated caverns, caves and canyons and attempted the Le Mans 24 hour race on a skateboard! Whether it be climbing a Minaret in Mostar, Paddling in the Arabian Sea, Scaling mountains in Kotor, Feeding chickens in France or Catching trains in India, not... full info
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Words can't express our thoughts and feelings
Ian was one of the characters of the Travelblog community. He will be sorely missed. Thank you Jo for the courage to share this devastating moment with your friends in the ether. Rest in Peace Ian...you are sorely missed but you will be long remembered.