scotty and sandra

in loving memory of

Scott & Sandy

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"Scott was the most genuine, down to earth person you could ever meet. I have lost someone very close to my heart, a true friend. Although Scott was not in my life every day, I already miss him terribly. I keep with me some terrific memories of growing up together both in and out of school and later on in to our adult lives. His compassion, consideration for others and his ability to live life to the full were some of his best and endearing qualities. I am stunned and shocked that I write this so soon after I gave a speech celebrating his marriage to Sandy. Scott and Sandy really were made for one another and it was clear for all to see that they were blissfully happy together. I am so glad that they found one another and shared many adventures together. Scott and Sandy our thoughts will always be with you. All our love, Mark, Claire and Madeleine Roberts"

"I was Sandys brides maid and girlfriend for years, and I was so happy that she met Scott, the love of her life. She was so happy to be pregnant and they had so many plans for their future. I miss her so much I can't find the words for it. Scott was so loveable and they fitted so perfectly together. Ihr werdet mir so fehlen, die Zeit war viel zu kurz." Mimi&Axel&Janick

"Scott was a real vibrant star. He lived life to the full and never took anything for granted. In Sandy he found a gorgeous girl who was his soul mate. They really were, truly happy. I will miss you both." Debbie Wyse

Scott picking up life-long friends Jon and Andy copyright protected

"If tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'm right there in your heart. "

Sleep well love Phill & April x

"Scott and Sandy – it was truly an honor to have known you both. The world has lost two brilliant people. We miss you so very much. Rest in Peace. All our love, Chris, Cindy, Luke and Chad xxx" (scott with luke and chad above)

"We spent so much happy time with you Sandy. Thank you. My thoughts and memories will always be with you and Scott. I won´t forget you. I´m glad to have joined you on the most precious day of your life. I miss you so much. R.I.P. Sandy and Scott. With love Sylvi, Denis and Fynn"

"Our Scott – we can shed tears that he has gone, or smile because he has lived. We can close our eyes and pray he will return or open our eyes and see all he has left. We can remember only that he has gone or cherish his memory and let it live on – you will always be with us Scott, we shall always love you." Jean & Duncan

"Scott was the type of guy you were glad and proud to have as a friend. A good man, kind and gentle, fun and passionate. He had a unique sense of humour that was understood by all and he was always a pleasure to be around. I enjoyed his honesty – he didn’t mince his words! We shared a lot of early memories together from school to golf and of course bikes and motorbikes. I will miss him dearly and my thoughts go to his family at this tragic time. Even though he is no longer with us he will continue to be my friend forever. R.I.P Scotty boy and Sandy" Christian Loffler

"There are no adequate words to express my sorrow and grief for the future lost and gone for ever. So young, so cheerful, awaiting the years to come. Such a fatal tragedy! Somehow I still believe it can´t be true, I will never ever forget them. Sandra and Scott, I miss you!" Rudi

"We did not just share an office for three years, we shared many thoughts and laughs. I saw you bubbling over with excitement, when Scott contacted you after your first meeting in the US and saw your contentment and love grow steadily after you had been with him again in Mexico. The move to Bahrain with the wonder and happiness of having found your perfect match too great to leave any room for anxiousness. The reports from your life there and how well you two got on. The news of your love child, not quite planned but so happily welcomed. You are in the hearts of everyone who knew you, Sandra, and you are sorely missed." Evita

Scott (right) on St Bedes ski trip with Mark Roberts 1988 copyright protected

"It was an honour to have Scott as a friend. We often affectionately referred to him as “dad” due to his incredible ability to fix things and an unconditional willingness to help anyone who needed him. That said, he also had a mischievous side, an unfailing sense of adventure and a refreshingly uncomplicated and optimistic view of the world.

You always knew where you stood with Scott and I know he was very proud of his friends & family and loved us all as much as we all loved and respected him, wherever he was in the world. For me. He’ll never be gone. He’s just not here.

Sandy complemented Scott perfectly. She was fun, kind, adventurous, a real people person, and the two of them just looked right together. She made Scott light up with pride and it was clear why he’d known so soon that she was the one for him, and that they would be together forever. We will miss them both terribly." Jude and Tony O’Connell

"Sandi… When I moved to Stuttgart in the year 2000, Sandi was one of the first people I got to know. I met her in Sylvi´s house and we became friends. In the next three years we spent a lot of time together and she became my best girl friend - a true friend! Something I will never forget: we went to a club called “Röhre” and Sandi couldn’t stop moving to the music. It was so funny! When I was pregnant, I had many troubles with my man… Sandi was the person who always stood at my side. She slept in my bed, held my hand and gave a lot of her friendship to me. For this help I will always love her! After this horrible tragedy I’m very upset, but it’s good to know that she will be there – on the other side… I miss you." Senta & Jochen & Carl Louis

(below) "Scott, Vicky, Sharni and Darren on one of our many holidays together their arms entwined as have the lives of our two families. Scott the daredevil the adventurer - in his young life he achieved and experienced more than most of us do in a lifetime. Our emotions have gone from such delight in seeing the love and happiness Scott and Sandy had found together to despair and disbelief that they have been taken from us. Our hearts go out to all their family and friends - we cry with you." Stephen and Sheila Williams - Sharni and Peter - Darren and Nicky

"We were fortunate to have worked with Scott. He always had this positive buzz around him; his glass was always half full and his plans for the future seemed to have no limits. He cared for those that were around him and he was always sensitive to those small things that often pass most of us by. The profession has lost a real ambassador and we have lost a friend but his memory will live on." Chris & Ina Hobden

"Scott bounced into our lives in Binnies (& partners firm) as a student and just kept on bouncing. He brought a vibrancy to the office that was infectious and years down the line the energy of his personality lives on in my memory." Alex Purcell

"I discovered that Scott and his wife Sandy had been lost to us when reading the front page of the national newspaper. I still cannot completely come to terms with the fact that the boy I shared so much with at St Bedes is ‘gone’. I haven’t seen Scott since we headed off to University over a decade ago and yet I can still hear his laughter, see his smile and remember fondly how he made us all feel. He had an infectious character and he will be sorely missed. With love Sarah Bennett (nee Sprent)"

"I can’t tell you how grieved I am to hear of this tragic news. I’m just a friend who has loving memories of a sweet young man full of love and passion. I am so glad that he found Sandy, who seems to have known how to receive and return his great love". Cathy Crane (now Mrs. Zwemke)

"What can you say about Scott that hasn't already been said. We know how such a fantastic guy he was and the fact that he lead life to the absolute maximum. He probably achieved more in his life than the rest of us will ever achieve. For me personally he was a great mate. We did loads together, from skiing in France and Canada to the odd quiet pint (or ten) on a Friday night. When he met Sandy it was the best thing that ever happened to him. His time in Bahrain was certainly the transition between two different chapters in his life. He had so much to look forward to. To say that we'll miss him is a massive understatement but I'll only remember him for the good times we spent together. Its what he'll always want." Peter Yates

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"Every time I ever saw Scott, he was always smiling. About anything and everything. Scott really went after life, always looking for an adventure and some fun. In Sandy he found somebody who not only encouraged him to do so, she did it all with him. It comforts me to know that although this was a trajic accident, and we have all lost friends very dear to us, they were together, and they were doing exactly what was most natural to both of them - taking every opportunity in life that they could. I am certain that neither would look back with any regrets, and would be happy that they had lived life to the full. I will miss you both". Nickyx

"I can find no words for this tragedy, it is inconceivable. My first thought when i heard was that it could not be my Sandra that is dead. Not she, as she was a person without any fear. Sandra was so curious - i have yet to tell her about my last holiday. You will always live in my mind." Ute

"When you've ridden a few thousand miles together, camped, drunk beer, and experienced the ups and downs of a hard road trip, a bond develops....I was struck by Scott's easy going and pleasant nature...We'll all miss you Scott. R.I.P." Bill Roughton

Please read on bike tour tribute

"The 2003 Alps trip is a holiday I will always remember fondly. I remember Scott as a pleasant and easy going guy who made a genuine effort to be involved with the group and make sure everyone had the best time possible, not only in his role of assistant guide but also as “one of the lads”. He constantly enthused about the track day he had attended. Having seen his riding ability close up I have no doubt that he damaged a lot of poseur’s egos that day. It’s a terrible loss and my heart goes out to couples families and friends at this sad time. R.I.P. Scott." Mark Barham.

"Scott had a good way with people and life. He achieved so much, inspired so many and had an infectious kindness. One of my oldest and most valued friends, I'll be taking Scotts advice and considering his perspective always. Sandy was the love of his life and gave him all the love and passion he richly deserved. Sleep peacefully." David Bowen.

helpful links

coping with bereavement

further reading on grief & bereavement

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Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
I am I and you are you,
whatever we were to each other, that we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name,
Speak to me in the easy way which you always used.
Put no difference in your tone,
wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow,
laugh as we always laughed
at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Pray smile, think of me, pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word
that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effort,
without the trace of a shadow in it.
Life means all that it ever meant,
it is the same as it ever was.
There is unbroken continuity,
why should I be out of mind
because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you
somewhere very near
just around the corner.
All is well

Robert Louis Stevenson 1850-1894

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