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Tim Smye-Rumsby RIPWe have just been informed of the untimely death of Tim Smye-Rumsby in Dunfermline.Tim, who always kept himself fit, passed away some time whilst swimming at Dunfermline swimming pool on Sunday 03 September 2006. A Post Mortem should be carried out soon and funeral details will be posted here as soon as they are confirmed. At the moment Trish, Tim's wife, has asked that any exRMBS attending should take their instruments as she would like a band to play during the service provisionally booked for Saturday 09 September 2006. A fine SNCO, a gentleman and a great musician... Tim will be missed. Our sincere condolences go to his family and all who knew him. Rest in peace Tim. |
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| Aaron Aardvark |
very very sad news. My condolences to his family and friends. RIP Tim. | ||
| General Melchett |
Tragic news indeed, I was talking to him not so long ago.
He was a previous Bandmaster at Faslane and is still fondly remembered by the Band. |
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| MrJpig |
Very Sad news. Condolonces to Trish and the rest of his family and friends. RIP Tim | ||
| townsergeant |
In honoured remembrance of Tim. Condolences to his family.
RIP. |
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| Hornblower |
A very good friend and tormentee, (Tim Smye-Ringbolt to name but one of my endless quips about and against him), what a fine bloke he was - always with a smile on his face and ready to help.
He travelled 100's 0f miles from Scotland to be with me on my 21st birthday and slept all the way through the fun. He it was that introduced me to John Barry's music by buying me a tape for that same birthday - Trish was there too, sleeping right alongside of him. I will now always wish I'd made that little extra effort to get back in touch with him, I knew exactly where he was too and sent the occasional message via a third party. You always think there'll be another day... 
I am very sad at this news. All of my sympathy goes out to you Trish in these long tragic days and of course to your children. It's so different missing someone who you know you'll never see again. Rest in peace Tim, you were a very good friend and companion. 
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| sticky blue |
Goodbye Tim - although I havn't seen you in many years, your name often came in conversation - Rest in Peace - my condolences go to his family. | ||
| RAB |
Many happy memories of Tim, in particular from our time at Arbroath. Tim was a bundle of energy, and a regular visitor to my parents' home during our time at Rosyth, where he was never shy to ask for his favourite snack of scrambled eggs.
Rest In Peace my little friend..... |
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| FFoglamp |
RIP Tim FPP SR. We served at FOSNI together for a couple of years. Lovely man, very funny, and great flautist. | ||
| Pusser |
I was in J Wing with Tim, he had joined just before me, and our paths crossed from time to time over the next 20 odd years. The photograph above is how I will always remember him. Smiling.
Thanks for all the laughs, Tim. |
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| Mr Bass Trombone |
Tim Smye RumsbySad news indeed about Tim and in such tragic circumstances, just been congratulating others on reaching a certain age and then this, it makes you realise just how quick these things can happen. I had the pleasure of serving with Tim for a short while in my early days with the Fleet Band at Chatham, before he moved on, a good Fluatist and a real nice guy. My condolences to all the members of his family and to those members that is the family of the RMB.RIP TIM. |
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| chalkyc |
Tim's funeral detailsTim Smye Rumsby's funeral details are as follows:The service will take place at 12 midday at St. Margarets Church, Dunfermline (opposite the Carnegie Hall). There will be a wind ensemble (none pussers) in the church for the hymns etc. Afterwards all are invited to the Glen Pavilion (opposite Nissan garage) for drinks and a small Military (pussers) band will play marches etc. If you can, bring an instrument and join in. If you require any other details do not hesitate to contact me at above address. Chalky |
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| Mr Bass Trombone |
Chalky,
I unfortunanately will not be attending Tims farewell, and unless you post a date not many people will. Midday is ok but what day midday.Sorry to be a pain I am sure we can ease it in Weatherspoons Guildhall Square Portsmouth in a months time. Adios Mi Amigo. |
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| chalkyc |
Same day as quoted at the top of this page. Saturday 9th September 2006 !
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| chalkyc |
I first met Tim when I was drafted to FOSNI band in 1984. He took care of the new starts and made sure they got involved in every pu going. My best memory was of the time we played tubby the tuba in the carnegie hall. I played tubby and looked like a tuba. Tim played the pic and looked the same size as the pic ! God bless you Tim. | ||
| 2nd Clarinet |
I am deeply sad to hear of the passing of a great friend and musician, Tim Smye-Rumsby.
Tim and I (as well of many other RMB's) had many fantastic times and runs ashore. His other 'family' the Royal Marines Band Service, will miss a GENTLE MAN, Oh yes! And a good drinking partner. We served in Chatham Band together in the 70's. I have many memories accompianing him on Band trips to Ethiopia, Keil etc. After he left for FOSNI, I met him several times north of the border when I was catching the grey funnel line to some overseas destination. He took me to his home in Dover and over many visits I got to know his parents, sister and brothers.. A message to Trish. Tim will be missed by us all. You are also in ALL our thoughts at this time. I am sorry I will not be able to make it to his funeral but I will say my goodbyes to him in my own way. I am proud to say, I knew Tim and was a friend. Tim, keep a look out for the rest of us in the future and show us around when we meet again. Rest in Peace. |
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| Dan A |
So sorry to hear of Tims very untimely death........he was a real gentleman and told appalling jokes!!!.... I liked him very much. A great guy small in stature but big in presence......... you are greatly missed Tim.
Dan Archer |
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| Nick B |
Goodbye TIM ..........RIP
Sorry we can't attend your farewell and our heartfelt sympathy goes to your Family. Nick & Pat Buckley |
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| Chrissie B |
Tim Smye-RumsbyI am so very sad to hear of Tim's death. A great character, and a great friend, I have so many fond (and funny) memories of him. My sincere condolences go to Trish and the boys. RIP Tim |
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| chalkyc |
Tim's funeral. The Church was bursting at the seams and his coffin lay with a flute and shinny white helmit on top. 2 x RM buglers in full ceremonials stood to attention at the main entrance. The service was, as you would expect a sad affair and there was not a dry eye in the house. Afterwards at the Glen Pavilion a band of some 20 musicians, young and old, serving and ex, took to the stage and played music whilst being plied with drinks by Tim's accommodating son (like father like son). It was a marvelous event that went on for hours. Laughing and crying with stories that would make you cringe.
What a loss, what a send off. |
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| Gillian McCallan |
So Sorry to hear of Tims Passing, it was thanks to the wee man himself that got me into the Volunteer Band at Neptune and which led to my subsequent employment within the base. He was a brilliant flautist and always pushing me on in my flute practice. He will be remembered by all of us at Faslane very fondly for his wacky ideas and massive enthusism.
Please pass on my conolences to the family, a really nice bloke and talented flautist who will be saddly missed.. |
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| Hornblower |
Thanks chalkyc for the news of the funeral - it helps to know that he was amongst so many friends who wanted to say goodbye.
I can only imagine some of the stories, wish I could have been there to hear some and tell some others. |
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| bootybandy |
Yeah, cheers Chalky. Nice account for a very nice man..... | ||
| 2nd Clarinet |
Chalky, on your report of Timmy's funeral.......as the other two have already commented, "Well done"
From the 3rd Wise Monkey!!! (Well, 'First' really, but the other two got in before me.) |
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| sticky blue |
Well said Bob. | ||
| Chrissie B |
Yes, thank you Chalky for painting a vivid picture of what sounds like a fine send-off for Tim. | ||
| pearlkit |
Tim Smye-RumsbyI remember Tim as a full of beans type of guy in JWing but only chatted in passing.It is tragic that someone so young in this circumstance should be taken away,thoughts go out to his family RIP Tim |
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| Bronco |
Tim-smye RumsbyI've not been on this site for awhile, and was shocked and saddened on discovering the passing away of Tim. He really was a gentleman, friend to all, dedicated family man, excellent musician and personal friend. We first served together in C.T.C band c1974, and in later years F.O.S.N.I. He was an excellent S.N.C.O who had excellent managerial skills and allways gave 100% to the job.I remember Tim, Taff Lilley and i having consumed a few beers, swimming in a river in Canada c1975 fully clothed. We casually climbed out of the water on passing close to a cafe, only to be lightly reprimanded by the police.( Happy days). |
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| bootneckbandy |
Tim Smye-RumsbyTotally totally shocked to hear the sad news, like chalky I was with Tim whilst serving in FOSNI Band. My belated condolences to Tims family. |
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| seasoldier |
Well,that's come as a bit of a shock ...
I too was in J Wing with Tim (1966) .. only I was a J/Mne at the time .. if memory serves,his Dad owned a Car Dealership in Dover (Jags I think) .. Sincere condolences to his Family & friends .. RIP Royal .. Stand-Easy ... Kev. |
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| bootybandy |
The family have still a business in Dover, just along from the Eastern Docks. I think it's an electrical company now. | ||
| townsergeant |
Phil S-M is a good contact of mine. He's been a great help to me many times. Here's their website: http://www.smye-rumsby.co.uk/ |
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| joe90 |
It always was a Marine Electrical Business, Tim was very proud of the 3 masts on the cliffs at Dover which he said his father had dealings with. Incidentally, Dave Stonebridge worked there for a while following his discharge. |