Sad news: Scogs died at 2am this morning (May 30)

Oh no, Sara! I just heard about your loss, so sorry.
I will raise a Guiness for Andrew this evening.

OK, after the shock of reading this news and getting it confirmed on the telephone,(sorry for waking you up). I would like to express my deepest sympahty to you, your family and loved ones. It's always hard to lose a loved one but rest assured Andrew loved you Sara with all his heart. Having had a few talks with Andrew on a certain subject on which we share a common ground, even though it was upsetting and nerve wracking for him he never lost his sense of humour. (Unlike me) Quite honestly one of the quietest guys I have ever met! He will be missed. You got the High Road Andrew, good luck, adieu. See you around!

Sara, I am so sorry. You and H.J. are in my thoughts and I'm here if you need me.

As I wrote the other day, I will never forget how good you and Andrew were to me when I was having problems. He cheerfully invested a great deal of time and energy in helping someone you'd both only just met, made me laugh when I was upset and - even having spent days in my highly fraught company - always made me feel he was sorry to see me leave. He was also among the very few who have ever managed to explain anything technical to me and retain a sense of humour! He went miles out of his way for me, literally and metaphorically, and it really made a difference. I remember telling you when you got home one day how much he'd done, and your reply said it all: "I know, isn't it wonderful? But hands off, he's mine!" You were so proud of each other and visibly happy together, it was a pleasure to witness.

Oh, and his reaction to your cat's contribution makes me laugh to this day!

Sara, I received a text this morning with this very sad news. All my sympathies go out to you.

I never had the privilege of getting to know Scogs personally, but I am truly very sorry to hear of your loss Sara - his writing on the board was always hugely amusing, and I have only ever heard good things about him. My sincere condolences.

Dear Sara,

I am sorry to hear this sad news. Take care,

John

Dear Sara,
I just wanted to offer my condolensces as well.
As crummy as it sounds, time heals the pain, but the memories remain.
All my love
R

What terrible news! I don't know either of you but you have my deepest sympathies.

I did never meet Andrew in person, so all I know about him is from TT. Scogs played the guitar, was a proud scotsman and liked Zeppelins. I dont know, if he actually got the chance to fly in that thing, but Im sure next time I see one, I´ll think of him.

Sara, I´m very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and all his friends. I hope the TT community can give you some strength in the times to come.

I just came to know about this...really words fail me here...my sincerest condolences Sara and wish you and the family the strength and courage at this time. Scogs you will be missed!

I feel very sad for you Sarah, can't believe how suddenly these things happen. I wish you all my strength, I have already been here twice. It takes a lot of time. Only knew Scogs from his posts and he made a very nice impression on me. What a bummer.

WHAT?!!???!!???! When I saw this thread I thought it was one of those TT jokes.
I am so so so sorry to hear this Sara. My deepest condolences.
I am speechless.
May his memory be a blessing.

What a terrible shock. I am so sorry for your loss.

i am so sorry.

My condolences. Sorry for your loss.

My condolences Sara, we haven't met, and I have only been a TT member for a few weeks, but all I can say is, be strong.

Im so sorry Sara and my heart is with you, i send all my love

i will miss chatting to him he was a great guy

Thank you one and all from the bottom of my heart. You have got me laughing, crying, smiling and reminiscing all at once, the warmth of your wishes and thoughts and memories will give me strength to go through with everything I have to face now and in the future.

Keydeck and Showem, thank you for the photos, you both captured his personality perfectly.

Some things are too personal to post, that's why I hadn't announced his sudden illness. I could not have borne well-meant inquiries about his progress when he was deteriorating daily.

Andrew could be a royal pain in the a$$ (can't we all?), like playing 12-string guitar naked at 2am downstairs in the livingroom, but he would then come up to bed and warm my cold feet. He may have stretched the truth a bit in some of his anecdotes but they were always well worth listening to. Our first conversation was about playing golf in Saudi Arabia on imported sand. I am a huge non-fan of golf but on that evening I never returned to my darts game in dear, defunct O'Reilly's. His extroverted personality captivated me, then I got to know the man behind it - generous, fun-loving, not always fair and tactful, capable of deep emotions, both negative and positive. We had our problems like every other couple but we always fought our way through them and found a solution. And yes, we never let the sun go down (or at least the bedside lamp get turned off) on our anger.

One of the best things Andrew ever did was introduce me to Toytown. All of you out there, all the friends we made, are his legacy to me.

Here, however, is where reality raises its ugly head: I can do nothing, not a damned thing, as we are not married. The funeral is on ice until the authorities get in touch with his Dad, who is in Spain until next weekend at an address unknown to me. The funeral home will contact me as soon as they hear from his Dad, he will have the last decision regarding the funeral plans. Considering that the last time they spoke (this April, first time in 8 years) his Dad walked away from the phone I see trouble looming.

I am tentatively planning a Biergarten wake for this Sunday but I have my mother flying in at noon. She won't be up to a big event after 18 hours of traveling and I don't feel right leaving her alone. Possibly my younger brother can pick her up from my place, it was planned that she spends the next week with his family, and I am free in the evening.

Another thought would be to hi-jack the TTT to the Hofbräukeller or -garten. I know that's the kind of wake he wanted - an ex-pat Bavarian one.

Fuck, man.

That is such completely shit news, and like loads of people are no doubt feeling, I just don't really know what to write.

Scogs was a bloody great bloke to natter to man, wish I'd got to know him better - we never did get together for a jam to bash out some Dazed and Confused. Would have been super fucking awesome too. I'll whack it on shitloud tonight, piss off the neighbours, and sink a pint in your memory mate.

Whatever you choose. (Regarding beergarden)
Sara - you have handled this with grace and dignity that few could master.

My deepest condolences Sara, I was very sorry to hear this. I hope he's in a good place now.

Oh dear. I am so terribly sorry to hear about your loss Sara. I have never met you or Scogs, this is sad. My condolences.

My Deepest condolences..Feel really bad though I don't know both of you!May his soul rest in peace!

My deepest condolences...I dont know you both...but have always enjoyed your participation on TT...

So sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathies.

(The British Consulate maybe able to offer some support and help.)

I was shocked to hear this news. My deepest condolences Sara.
Paula

The only dream I had about TTers was a few weeks back. In the dream, Scogs moved to the Toscana and Sara had to stay in Munich. I asked them how they were going to continue their relationship. Scogs (who I never met in person) said he would fly to Munich every weekend to be with Sara. I was impressed by their love for each other.
My thoughts are with you Sara. I hope Scogs is fine where ever he may be.

My deepest condolences too you and all those who knew him. I've never met him either but feel shocked and very saddened by this news. Take care Sara.

With sincere condolences Sara, time heals...
Steve

I only met Andrew once for go-karting but found him to be very open and someone it would be easy and fun to spend time with. My deepest condolences.

Sara - my deepest sympathies - and I really mean that. I had no idea he was ill. I didn't know him that well, but I'll keep the memory I have from our evening at the Mosaik restaurant last month, sitting next to him and chatting, and thinking what a nice guy he was.

So, so sorry to hear this. We only ever exchanged a few PMs but he was a warm and friendly guy who you could just tell would do anything to help someone out. I really feel for you now and wish you all the courage and strength to get through this and be able to come out the other side looking back at all the happy memories you must have made.

Dear Sarah,

my deepest condolences. I know we have not met many times, but I share your sadness.. I know it is hard to loose a loved one. Today is not really the good day to say things will get better as time passes, but they will.. I lost my father last year, I know it is not the same... but I know how it feels...
I am happy that you have so many friends that knew you both, that help you in this time and will help you get through.

be strong, and if you need anything from me, please let me know.
maja

As the saying goes...you can add years to your life, or life to your years. And Andrew certainly had an interesting life.

He was partnered with you Sara, which speaks volumes for him. Warts and all he was was quite a character, both in real time and on TT.

My thoughts are with you both.

I knew Andrew outside of the forum and he was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him. This is absolutely terrible news and on this sad day my heart goes out to the loved ones he left behind. Sara you know I am just right down the road if you need me for anything in the coming days as you work to get past this. Right now, I am just shaking my head in disbelief and sadness. You and the little one be strong and know we are all here for you if you need us.

Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone,
Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone,
Silence the pianos and with muffled drum
Bring out the coffin, let the mourners come.

Let aeroplanes circle moaning overhead
Scribbling on the sky the message He Is Dead,
Put crêpe bows round the white necks of the public doves,
Let the traffic policemen wear black cotton gloves.

He was my North, my South, my East and West,
My working week and my Sunday rest,
My noon, my midnight, my talk, my song;
I thought that love would last for ever: I was wrong.

The stars are not wanted now: put out every one;
Pack up the moon and dismantle the sun;
Pour away the ocean and sweep up the wood.
For nothing now can ever come to any good.

WH Auden

Sara & Haggis Jnr
Just heard. We knew things were difficult and you both have been in our thoughts for the last couple weeks.
We hope that whilst the rawness of the moment is painful, the pleasure from all those memories will soon ease your heartache.
Clearly the huge response is a wonderful testament to Scogsy's life - in all the shapes and forms - and we shall be raising a Maß (or two)
to his memory!

So sorry to hear this sad news. My deepest sympathy.

This one just came up randomly on my shuffle. Seems fitting today:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hm901CXujEg

My thoughts are with you and your family.

Wow. Talk about a flounce... Flounce from life I guess you could call it. And in his particular case unfortunately we know it is for real as all who knew Scogs know he would have never let even his beloved Sara handle this for him!

Top lad he was. I was just thinking over the last 2 weeks I should give him a ring to talk shop and just say hi in general as I hadn't been in touch. He was such a funny, friendly, honest man and meeting up with him every time you guys came out to TT events was a guaranteed laugh and always an uplifting occurrence. Straight-forward, no BS bastard he was too. Always spoke his mind.

Just wrote to a friend this morning that you two could sometimes but a little TMI about your private life but that you were perfect for each other. Soul mates I think they call it.

And he was so sweet and helpful. I mean just a few months ago he did all he could to help me with my work. JUST to help me. There was nothing in it for him. Bloody hell, my eyes are watering again. must have something in them.

Bye Andrew.

Sara, if you need anything, anything at all, let me know. I'll go all the way to the middle of bloody nowhere Unterschleissheim for you no worries.

So sorry to hear this tragic news. My deepest condolences to you.
Sadly I never got to meet him, and now I never will.
Take care,
Alex

i had no idea he was ill. this is the last PM I got from him (April 9), when inquiring about guitars, which goes to show how I remembered him. hilarious (and caring)! wow sara. i am so sorry. i really, really am.


Edit: he also recommended to me too to buy a used one from someone who had played the guitar for years, which I finally did on Wednesday. I'll do my best to strum out my first song for him.

My deepest condolenses to you Sara. You are in my thoughts. x

So sad to hear this Sara. Our thoughts are with you. x

Very sorry to hear this. While I have not been fortunate enough to have made Scog's acquaintance in my time in Munich, please accept my sincerest sympathies Sara on this sad day.

Just back on the net after being off-site... deepest condolences to you and fam Sara.

How did I manage to miss this? I am shocked by the news...I think I only met Scogs once and that was at the Hawaiian night you organised - he was wearing a black shirt with flames on (hard to overlook) and knocked a Pina Colada over the table! He certainly left an impression ! You have shown such strength in the face of this tragedy...my thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May Andrew rest in peace.

I am sorry to hear of your loss, Sara. I don't know you or Andrew, but I am impressed by the expressions of friendship and love in these posts. He must have been quite a guy.

dear scogs,

the light that burns twice as bright burns half as long
and you have burned very, very brightly.

I hope you dont mind me quoting blade runner. You seemed like a helluva guy. Take care Sarabyrd.