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Sorry to bring sad news today, but John Preece passed away some time during the last couple of months. John's last post was 01 May 2010 07:57 pm.

John was only 51 year old.

John was the fellow that made the bundled PVC pipe enclosure to work on his B31, ( http://bertram31.com/newbb/viewtopic.php?p=49535 ).



John's daughter, Tia, registered today as our newest member and broke the news to me. She will be looking for suggestions and help to finish John's project...

John's post history: http://bertram31.com/newbb/search.php?s ... uthor=john

We'll miss you John and welcome Tia as the one to carry on your torch.

Sad regards,

Patrick

That is very sad especially at such a young age.

Although I never met John in person, I had several conversations with him comparing notes about our Bertrams.

He was always a pleasure to talk with.

Rest in Peace John

hb

That is sad indeed! Much too young is an understatement. I remember seeing that thread, this man had some talent and hopefully somebody will finish his 31 with the same passion as he obviously had.

oh my god ! i was able to get him a number of cummins parts so we spoke on the phone a few times . this really comes as a shock .he was so determine to finish this 31 project . john is in my prayer tonight. i think john was a IBEW electrician possibly a linemen . i wonda if it was job related?

Sorry to hear this news. It seems fitting that Tia will carry the torch for him.
Fair skies and smooth seas John.....Welcome aboard Tia!!

Way too young...

Tia, my deepest condolences to you and your family.

Welcome to the forum...

Carl

Never a good thing. My condolences to your family and feel free to ask any questions you may have Tia. Very sorry for your loss. Your dad was a thoughtfull innovative guy who clearly had love for his passions.

Dug

My condolences to the family.

Wow, that is too close to home in age!!! Tia, sorry to hear about you and your family's loss. There is lots of help and support available here among this group so we will hang in there with you whenever you need us!

Too young, too soon, too sad. Our thoughts are with you. Welcome aboard and ask us anything. We're here to help. Walter

My condolences to you and your family's loss Tia, welcome aboard.

DQ

There are no words for the loss of a dad. My condolences to you and your whole family.

My thought and prayers are with the family. If anyone knows where they are located, maybe some of us can spend a little time and help finish the project.

Tia sorry for your loss , your DAD will be in our prayers . God bless.

my codolences tia, way to young

Tia, Very sorry for your loss...the best way to help his legacy live on is to keep at that bertram...Ask away, we all will make sure you have what you need. Lots of extra parts from my project are available. BH

My codolences as well Tia. I lost my dad when he was 50 and it is a very tough thing. You and your family will be in our prayers.

Way too young, My condolences to the family.

Tia

Condolences. Way too young. You will find that everyone here will help in anyway they can.

Thank you very much for the condolences to my family and I. I also appreciate all the kind words and welcome to asking questions.

Thank you,
Tia

My condolences to the family.

Tia...

My condolances to you and your family. I admired your dad's shelter for his boat, and was interested to see how the project developed.

The Bertram 31 fraternity is a large one, and in this forum you will probably 300 or so years of experience working on Bertrams. The advice and knowledge here at your disposal is invaluable. It is all available to you, just ask!