It is with great sadness I am passing on the news that Didi has died.
Didi went AWOL some time on Tuesday afternoon and was found by Tendring police at 7 am the following day, in his car at Gt.Bentley. Other than that no futher details have been confirmed at this time. As soon as any information comes from the Coroner's Office it will be posted here, which will be Monday at the earliest.
Inge's sister has come from Leceister to be with her. I know that she has a strong group of friends supporting her at this difficult time. To avoid offending anyone by leaving them out - I would just like to give a special mention to Merv, Paul and Nikki who suffered a family bereavement only last week - and still put themselves out to contact as many people as possible.
Didi was such an amazing person, who made the most of each day, even when he was suffering so badly. I doubt many of us could have endured what he did, with his grace and honesty. He said what he felt and you always knew where you stood with him whether you liked it or not!
In my mind he will always be at the back of the hall at Mersea and it will be very hard to be there without him. I only hope that I can learn from him and keep him alive in my heart by trying to live from his example; Be open. Be honest. Be true to yourself. Have as much fun with as many people as possible.
Didi - you will be dearly missed x
Blog dedicated to Didi for all of us who have lost a great friend. Please post your pictures and thoughts of Didi.
Shit this has hit hard My thoughts are with Inge.
ReplyDeleteWhat a loss to us all he always had a place in my hart love to you all Trudy (Twidell) Knibbs.
I think these words may be echoed by most that know him but Didi was one of the most fun guys to be around, always had time for everyone and I know the Condom Committee has lost one of it's most vibrant characters.
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Didi you marvelous fun and kind man I will miss your huge hugs and kind heart. I always think of you telling jokes and havin a larf!, thinkin of Inge and your family at this sad time, you can ride free from the pain now and have lots of fun with those angels babe xxxxx Rosie xxxxxxxxx
ReplyDeleteWe can't imagine how life can ever be the same without Didi. We thank him for all the love, fun and chaos he brought into our lives. One of life's true heroes who touched the lives of so many. Our thoughts will always be with you Didi and we'll always be there for Inge.
ReplyDeletePaul & Nicky xxx
So very sorry to hear the sad news. Another one of the good guys has gone.
ReplyDeleteWorking the condom will never be the same again.
Love to Inge, our thoughts are with you.
Perry & Zoe
Will miss you Didi. Your spirit lives on in our hearts.
ReplyDeleteOne of the most fun and funniest guys I knew. Who said the Germans don't have a sense of humour?
Cilla
So sad to hear this bad news, Didi was such a great guy a real character in his own special way. Life to him was just one big party, big hearted and loads of fun – will be sadly missed.
ReplyDeleteLove to Inge and family.
Party on! Didi….
Stephen B
No mean feat to make the most of life whilst putting up a fight for it... Glad to have known you, Herr Didi!
ReplyDeleteIt has been a pleasure to know you and to have shared a beer or two in the years i have known you,most recently making me feel very welcome at your last comdom rally.it wont be the same without you.....party on in peace didi .x
ReplyDeletesean,sam,olivia n joe
Another good man gone. You will be missed Didi. As has been said many times, rallies at mersea will never be the same again. Love and sincere condolences to your family.
ReplyDeleteDarren & Wendy, Colchester Deviants Scooter Club
Will miss him on the Friday gate shift and all the do's, But he will stay alive in our hearts and minds.I have put a photo on my web site. http://taffdog.blogspot.com/ this is a full size file to copy so you can print it out if you wish. George sends his love to Inge and his sorrow for her loss. Sincere condolences ..keith (taffdog),Karen and Sarah.
ReplyDeleteGone but never forgotten.
ReplyDeleteNothing i can say that hasn't already been said. Rest in peace Didi.
Sincere condolences to Inge.
Herb.
So glad to have been at the condom this year and to have shared a last drink or two with Didi. One of lifes true good guys , a larger than life character and it was truly an honour to call him my friend .Our thoughts are with Inge at this sad time . Sincerest condolences..Ray + Karen xx
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Living so far away meant I didn't see you as often as I would have liked. You came into Inges' life and made it happier and fuller than any other man could have. The times I did get to share with you are memorable, your stag night being quite prominant, STILL!! You gave life tremendous colour and were one of its true characters. Oh yes, Cilla is right, who the hell did say germans haven't got a sense of humour.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with Inge at this sad time but the memories of joy and happiness you gave her, along with all our support, will pull her through. Just one more thing. For those people who didn't know Didi; you really missed out.
See ya Didi, love you.
Kev
The world will be a sadder place without you Didi.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad we met you, many many happy memories no one can take away from us.
Be at peace now my friend
Kim and Arfa
Scottish Pat would like me to pass on is sincere condolences to Igne and family. He’s totally devastated with the sad news of Didi. He said "he will always remember him and that big beard and wild blond hair - a brilliant guy!"
ReplyDeleteNot how did he die, but how did he live?
ReplyDeleteNot what did he gain, but what did he give?
These are the units to measure the worth
Of a man as a man, regardless of birth.
Not, what was his church, nor what was his creed?
But had he befriended those really in need?
Was he ever ready, with word of good cheer,
To bring back a smile, to banish a tear?
Not what did the sketch in the newspaper say,
But how many were sorry when he passed away.
Couldn´t believe what I´ve read some day´s ago! I´m one of the german guy´s who have been moretimes to the Condom Rally. Therefore, I´m very sad about that bad news, because there was no chance last years to come again and have party with Didi! He was always pleased at gate, if he recognised us, after we took helmets off.
ReplyDeleteBe sure, me and my friends will never forget you Didi!
I´m proud to know you my friend!
Sincere condolences to Inge.
didi was a good old boy.he will be missed. skruff n tracy
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ReplyDeleteA friend lost to us all that knew him
Good bye old friend you will be missed
never again will we see you at the Mersea island rallys
your memories will never be erased from our minds
BIM5 is a coming in April a toast to your memory we will have
Ride in peace old friend
ANEMAL SOC SEC FREEBIRD COLLECTIVE
I remember Didi from many years ago when I still lived in Colchester. Always remember him and his happy outlook on life. Condolences to Inge and all his friends Sophia, Ireland
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