R.I.P - Forum Members and other prospectors

[Xiang]

I'm sorry to announce that a long-time PA member, German Hermann who was, in fact Danish, has passed away. If you knew Hermann you'll understand what a true honor and privilege it was to know him.
I'm at a loss for words. He was a good friend and he will certainly be missed.

I didn't know Herman all that well. Bumped into him a few times on the goldfields and in the Coiltek shop. He was a great character, no doubt about that and very helpful to many people.
RIP old fella, many of the oldtimers who began detecting forty years ago are passing away, what stories they could all tell of the early days of the electronic goldrush in the 70s and 80s. Fortunately many of the stories have been recorded in the Gold Gem & Treasure magazine and on various forums but sadly, far more will be lost forever when we pass away.

 

[Solid Luck]

Haven't been on the forum much lately and I've just seen this.
Very sad news indeed.
I met him a few times at some of the meet ups and he is a top bloke.
Very helpful and always willing to share his knowledge. Would always have the patience to help a newb like me. True gentleman.
RIP Hermann.
I'll raise my glass to you tonight.

 

[the duck]

Will be sadly missed he was a great man went on a few ararat gold digs with him RIP mate off to find the monster nugget in heaven

 

[Trash]

R.I.P “ The Duck “ - Trevor Pickett​

Long time members may remember a former contributor & Moderator - The Duck .
( Trevor )
Sadly he passed away 27th August .
Extremely generous man that loves the bush

Thanks

ANT

 

[Mackka]

That is so very sad. My condolences to his family. A great contributor to PA.
R.I.P “ The Duck”

 

[Nightjar]

Duck - R.I.P A valuable contributor gone but not fogotten.

 

[mbasko]

R.I.P "The Duck"
https://www.prospectingaustralia.com/members/the-duck.138/

 

[davsgold]

RIP the duck Trevor, condolences to family and friends

regards dave n veronica

 

[Manpa]

Condolences to family and friends. RIP Duck

 

[casper]

Vale (goodbye) - Duck

 

[Jaros]

I only just read it-so sad a great Mod and contributor-would make the occasional post lately-will be missed by many of us.

 

[grubstake]

I only just read it-so sad a great Mod and contributor-would make the occasional post lately-will be missed by many of us.

And the man responsible for PA's biggest thread, with more than eleven thousand replies and four million views extending over ten years, all arising from a simple two-line post in May 2013:
https://www.prospectingaustralia.com/threads/australian-history.1236/

 

[Ausgold]

RIP the duck, Trevor, condolences to his family and friends.

 

[Jaros]

PICKETT, Trevor John​

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Publication: Herald Sun

Date Listed: 2/9/2023

Location: Yarraville

Trevor John Pickett passed away on 27th August. Beloved wife Deb and his daughter Emma, Beloved son of Des(dec'd) and Alva. Brother to Debbie & family Allan & Chris. Forever in our thoughts, RIP dearest Trev. Happy Detecting, hope you find the big one!
15/02/1957 - 27/08/2023

 

[Ridge Runner]

Lord Bless Him and his family, I always looked forward to his posts and it was always a pleasure to see and read his posts,

I have nothing but fondness and high regard for Duck, If we measure up to half of what he was then we will be doing Alright, A Gentleman a teacher and a Great all round Guy,

Bless You Duck where ever you may be R.I.P. Mate., Prayers and thoughts go out to his family.

 

[Nuggetbuster]

I'm sorry to announce that a long-time PA member, German Hermann who was, in fact Danish, has passed away. If you knew Hermann you'll understand what a true honor and privilege it was to know him.
I'm at a loss for words. He was a good friend and he will certainly be missed.

Rest in Peace, Hermann.

Funny story: I once phoned Hermann up as I got his number from someone and I was convinced we’d met before (but it turned out we hadn’t - I’d gotten him mixed up with someone else from a detecting club from many years before.)

Nevertheless, even though he was doubtful that we knew each other, he invited me around to his place and I ended up with his spare detector battery.

That’ll be going straight to the pool room (when I have one one day.)

 

[Simmo]

Sincere condolences to the Family. RIP The Duck.

 

[sand surfer]

condolences to the family RIP duck

 

[PhaseTech]

RIP Trevor. Condolences to the family. Too young.

 

[Dihusky]

RIP Duck, a great contributor.