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2nd Clarinet · Posted: Fri Sep 08, 2006 2:47 pm Post subject:

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 · Posted: Tue Sep 12, 2006 8:10 pm Post subject:

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 · Posted: Tue Sep 12, 2006 8:55 pm Post subject:

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 · Posted: Tue Sep 19, 2006 1:42 pm Post subject: Tim Smye-Rumsby

I 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

chalkyc · Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2006 7:58 am Post subject:

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.

Gillian McCallan · Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2006 10:57 am Post subject:

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..

Hornblower · Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2006 4:46 pm Post subject:

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 · Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2006 6:41 pm Post subject:

Yeah, cheers Chalky. Nice account for a very nice man.....
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2nd Clarinet · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 7:27 am Post subject:

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 · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 7:40 am Post subject:

Well said Bob.
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Chrissie B · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 9:21 am Post subject:

Yes, thank you Chalky for painting a vivid picture of what sounds like a fine send-off for Tim.

pearlkit · Posted: Sun Oct 01, 2006 11:31 am Post subject: Tim Smye-Rumsby

I 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

Bronco · Posted: Fri Dec 15, 2006 5:33 pm Post subject: Tim-smye Rumsby

I'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).

bootneckbandy · On audition Joined: 13 Sep 2005 Posts: 5 Location: Deal

Totally 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 · Posted: Sat Sep 15, 2007 8:15 pm Post subject:

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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