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Name: Jenni Date: 31 Oct 2002 Time: 12:29:41 CommentsI never knew Nick but Christian talked about him all the time... he reminds me of my little bro. Such a sad loss but lots of great memories. My love and thoughts are with Chlongy and all of Nick's family and friends. Love, Jen xx ( Boycey ) Name: Katherine Reed Date: 01 Nov 2002 Time: 05:07:39 CommentsThe Longstaff's, Nick was and will always be remembered as an amazing person, who was the best at everything he tried. I don't suppose I will ever meet anyone like him again. A truly gifted and blessed individual, who touched everyone's hearts. Even though his time here was brief, the happy memories will stay forever. With love Katherine xxx Name: Steve Harrison Date: 01 Nov 2002 Time: 06:49:17 CommentsI had the privilege of meeting Nick a couple of times and I was amazed at how much unlike Christian he was. Chris always said that even as brothers he could not believe that Nick was everything that he wasn't. I think in this respect, they were a Yin to each others Yang and even though this makes the symbol one sided in the physical world, I know Nick will always help Chris keep his Yin Yang balanced, if not, I will always be there to help him myself! Love Steve X Name: Howard Date: 01 Nov 2002 Time: 18:57:42 CommentsDear Christian, Hanka and Keith. I hope to speak to you in person soon, but in the mean time this must suffice. I just wanted to say how much you are in my thoughts. I did not know Nicolas well, but the few times that I met him, most recently in the UK, I realised that he was a talented artist and a man who loved his family. Despite the fact that, as families, we have seen little of each other over the last ten years, I have always held fond memories of our times together in Bahrain. Driving Jeeps on the dunes. Speeding Keith's Orange boat across the water with Samantha, on ski's, screaming behind! All happy times logged in my memory. It goes without saying that you will stay in my thoughts. With love, Howard. Name: Sara Callaghan Date: 02 Nov 2002 CommentsNick will always be remembered as young, fun and without doubt a lovely person. I did not know him well but had watched him grow up over the years and was fortunate to spend a happy week with him in Dubai. You will never be forgotten. Name: Ashok & Mila Thomas Date: 02 Nov 2002 Time: 23:16:44 CommentsAs we looked at the pictures of Nicolas, we see Keith and Hanka's achievement. We never met Nicolas face to face, but his pictures speaks of how he lived in this life; truly a blest child! For Keith, Hanka and Christian, we are one with you in prayers and always remember, we are your family too. Name: Penny Williams Date: 05 Nov 2002 Time: 18:53:07 CommentsDear Nick's family I only met Nick twice, and very briefly each time. He seemed quiet and unassuming, polite and unobtrusive. That was my immediate impression, but there will be a million things more that I did not see, of course. I am Jess's Godmother and a long-standing friend of her family. The second occasion that I met Nick, he did not stay in my company long - out of respect or for what he felt was my own comfort maybe. I was there shortly after the death of my own son so it was not a social call. Daniel died on 29 March this year - he drowned in a swimming pool at a party, aged just 23. My whole world has disintegrated. I mention this because I wanted to tell you that I KNOW what you are feeling. I also have a daughter, Clare, age 19. There is nothing I can say to you that will be in the remotest bit helpful, but I am on the phone and email should, at any time, you wish to talk to me. I won't know any more than you do, as this is all terribly new to me still, but the only tiny bit of comfort that I have gained in the last few months has been when talking to or meeting parents of children who have also died. There is no one else who is able to understand. There is an organisation called The Compassionate Friends - www.tcf.org.uk - specifically for parents of children who have died. Name: Penny Williams Date: 05 Nov 2002 Time: 18:57:39 CommentsDear Christian Jess has told me you have lost some of your tributes, so I particularly wanted to email you back straight away - just to tell you though that only half of my email has come through onto your page. I will send you the rest tomorrow, as I have to write it again. My best wishes to you, really Penny Name: Andrew Prior Date: 05 Nov 2002 Time: 19:33:20 CommentsI must confess, I didn’t know Nick that well. I only met him when he stayed over at Dominic's. Despite this, Nicks positive attitude, enthusiasm and passion for life was obvious if not contagious. Nick was the type of young man whom made an instant impression. If you hadn’t seen him for a while and suddenly met, it was if you had been speaking with him only the day before. Nick was a young man who made a lasting impression. Nick will be deeply missed and forever in our thoughts I feel truly privileged to have known him. Name: Helen Jones Date: 06 Nov 2002 Time: 03:19:53 CommentsMANY PEOPLE WILL WALK IN AND OUT OF YOUR LIFE BUT ONLY TRUE FRIENDS WILL LEAVE FOOTPRINTS IN YOUR HEART. Nick, my best friend, (as well as many other peoples!) he was the calmest person i knew, always knowing what to say to make me smile, always there for me wherever he was, i will never forget him, just miss him more than i think is possible, Love you Nick, always Helen (your little pumpkin) Helen xxxxx Name: Nicky Date: 06 Nov 2002 Time: 06:10:00 CommentsI met Nick many times when he came along with others to stay with my son, I shall always remember, he never forgot to say thank you for his bed for the night even if he had drawn the short straw & had to sleep on the floor! Nick was an early riser compared to most, one of the few who made it out of bed before lunch, as a result I had many a chat with him, being the only other person up. I will always remember him sitting on my lounge floor watching a film at 8am, for Nick could always find a film to watch no matter what time of day or night it was and he always managed to find something to enthuse about even if he did have to admit to me it was the biggest load of rubbish he had ever seen. Bless you Nick your positive ness & enthusiasm will always be remembered. I am truly glad to have spent time with you Nicky (Dom's Mum) Name: Lara Irvine Date: 06 Nov 2002 Time: 06:20:40 CommentsIt is difficult to know what to say. Nick was a very special friend to me for a long time. It is a shame that as we grew we drifted apart. But he will certainly stay in my memories. Nick was the first friend that i made during some of the happiest years of my life. I know that he was a very special person. He will be missed. I don't know what happens to people after death, but i would like to think that he is happy and free somewhere. Hanka, Keith and Christian, you are in my thoughts. Much love, Lara xx Name: Nabeel Sultan Date: 06 Nov 2002 Time: 06:59:51 CommentsI knew Nick (although not that well) as i was 2 years above him in Dubai College, Rest in peace Nick, my thoughts are with your family, much love and respect to the man. peace. Name: Simon Elliott Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 04:52:04 Commentsnick was special. nick is special. he will always be special because none of us will ever forget him. i'm honoured and proud to have known him. hope you're happy dude. Name: Jeannette Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 05:33:14 CommentsKeith, Hanka, and Christian, I was so upset for you all when Laurence told me of Nicks passing. He was a lovely lad and I know greatly loved by his family. I only knew him for a few years but felt that he had a lot to offer the world. Nick did what lots of people do not do and that was live for the moment, I believe he had many good ones and therefore has a lot to take with him to the after world. If what happens after death is what I expect, he is in another far better place. My deepest sympathy to you all. Jeannette Name: Inga Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 06:30:21 CommentsI still find it heartbreaking to talk or write about Nick as if he is gone. It is as though it has all been a dream. Nick was a very special person to me. If I could have just one more chance to speak to him, be near him.....I would make sure he knew how much he meant to me.I would like to think that he knew me well enough to know it anyway. I tried my best to arrange to make it to Nick's memorial service, but as I couldn't be there in person I would just like to let you know...Hanka, Keith and Christian, my deepest sympathy for your great loss, our loss.I will never forget him. Thanks for giving me this opportunity to convey how I feel. With all my love Inga xxx Name: Tessa Hickes Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 06:45:12 CommentsThank you Hanka, Keith and Christian for such a beautiful ceremony here in Thailand. I think you are an incredible family - just as Nick described you all to me, "round and happy!" Nick is the most kind hearted and most selfless person I have ever met. He always put himself last no matter what, and was always able to make me smile. That's why I love him to bits. He will never, ever be forgotten. I miss you. Name: Mike Hickes Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 08:49:24 CommentsTessa and Ellie were on the last day of their journey to meet up with Nick at Koh Tao when he died. I am Tessa's dad. I know that Tessa thought a great deal of Nick. I was so very, very, saddened to hear what had happened, and my thoughts and my heart are with you all. Name: Audrey Roles Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 08:52:09 CommentsKeith, Hanka and Christian, My heartfelt and deepest sympathy to you all. May the cherished love you have shared over the years and the memories be of comfort and help to you during this very difficult time. Thinking of you always Audrey Name: Moray Hickes Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 09:08:51 CommentsI'm Tessa's brother, I only met Nick a couple of times when he came to visit Tessa. When I met Nick I honestly thought how genuine and real he was, we got on well. Nick had qualities not a lot of people have, it's such a tragedy he didn't get to touch more people with them. Peace & Love Moray H Name: Dom Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 13:30:23 CommentsHey nick, love you dude, miss you more than i can cope with. Hope wherever you are now you have gained the necessary skills needed to finally uni cycle! Again, love you dude x Name: Sanjay Nihalani (Sunny) Date: 07 Nov 2002 Time: 14:16:18 CommentsNick: I will always remember the good times we all had together chilling in Dubai. From goof troop to satwa G's, all of it was amazing. Rest in peace. Name: Erin Alcock Date: 08 Nov 2002 Time: 07:41:27 Commentsalthough me and Nick lost touch in the last couple of years he was and still is in my thoughts. i will always remember Nick as one of my closest friends, always making people happy and living life to the full. i have many many fond memories of him, from simply sitting on his balcony chatting (as we did most afternoons after college ), to dancing in the garden to classical music! (strange but true!) i always had fun with Nick and loved being with him. he was a true and loyal friend, and very special. he will be missed by so many people, which just shows how special he really was. i would like to send my love and sympathy to Hanka, Keith and Christian and all of Nicks other friends. x Name: Laurence Date: 08 Nov 2002 Time: 08:35:14 CommentsDear Hanka Keith & Christian, Please know that my thoughts are with you and that although i did not know Nick as well as Christian the times that i spent with him or spoke to him, he always came over as a cool and happy person, I believe that when you leave this world you are only remembered by your actions whilst here, Nicks footprints although only on this Earth for a short period were deeper than some people you are here for longer, this is shown by the tributes mentioned here and by like mine the fond memories people have of him. I only hope that we could all aspire to leave such fond memories of us as Nick did. Laurence Name: Tom Date: 08 Nov 2002 Time: 19:48:45 Commentsmemories. everlasting memories. not one single unhappy memory.a nd this is how it will stay for eternity. see you when i see you. Name: Linda Jones Date: 08 Nov 2002 Time: 23:55:01 CommentsDear Keith, Hanka and Christian, thank you for being so strong for us, Nick would be so proud of you, Nick will be laughing at me now as for once 'words fail me'. He was and always will be 'one in a million' he loved you all so much. Yesterday is a memory Tomorrow is a mystery Today is a gift. That's what you were Nick - a gift. God bless Nick Love you always Linda and Paul xx Name: Katie Donnison Date: 09 Nov 2002 Time: 19:35:50 CommentsNick, I promise that i will strive to become all the things you believed i could be. I just wish you'd had the chance to fulfil all the dreams we talked about. I can't believe you're gone. Rest in peace sweetheart xx To Nick's family, I feel so honoured to have known your son and spent a year living with him at Hurtwood. He helped me through a very difficult period of my life without even knowing it... the mere fact he listened to me and helped me work through my problems was enough. But that was just his way. I have never met anyone so kind hearted and genuinely good. It's such cruelty that someone so special can be snatched away so quickly. My deepest sympathy for you all, Katie. Name: Peter & Marianna Date: 10 Nov 2002 Time: 11:18:18 CommentsDear Keith, Hanka and Christian, I really did not want to write, “there is nothing I can say.” But the fact remains that however trite those words may appear, however much overused in such circumstances, they do seem to be the only ones that reflect the feeling of both Marianna and myself. Be strong. Love, Peter and Marianna Name: Saira Azhar Date: 10 Nov 2002 Time: 11:37:57 CommentsDear Keith, I was shocked to learn about your loss through Sumaira, and then later through just about everyone. Keith, although we have lost touch, I cannot forget that you facilitated my break into Emirates training Center, a big achievement during days when "female" trainers were unknown to the company. I will always remember you as a person who would come and "toss" an idea at us, and then let get on with making the "seed" grow into a plant. Nick must have been a fine young man with a nurturing and kind person like you as a parent. May God rest his soul. My best wishes and prayers go to your family, and specially Nick's Mom. I am a mother too. I cannot begin to imagine her loss. Remembering you all in my prayers. Saira Azhar Name: Omar Date: 10 Nov 2002 Time: 12:01:07 Commentsim really sorry to here of such a tragic death at such a young age. Name: Ram Menon Jr Date: 10 Nov 2002 Time: 12:04:00 CommentsI have known Nick my whole life. he was like a brother to me. i will always remember you NICK and may your sole rest in peace. thank you Keith, Hanka and Christian for being so brave. Ram Name: Ashley Middleton Date: 11 Nov 2002 Time: 01:27:42 CommentsEven though I haven't seen Nick in many years I always remember the smiling face and big hug and the smell of Cool Water that used to greet you in the corridors at DC. Nick was one of the most generous, charming and special people that I have ever met. I will always remember him and cherish the memories that I have. I hope you are free and happy spirit wherever you are Nick. Hanka, Keith and Christian my thoughts are with you all. I am so sorry for your loss. He is loved and remembered by many far and wide. Name: Renee D'Souza Date: 11 Nov 2002 Time: 03:39:18 CommentsDear Keith, Hanka and Christian, I was away in Canada when I heard the tragic news. I did not know Nick but if he was anything like his Dad, he must have been a wonderful lad. As a parent myself, I can only imagine what you are going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with the three of you and, difficult as it is, I hope the wonderful times you'll had with Nick will ease the pain you are going through. God Bless. Love. Renee & family Name: Daniella Forte Date: 11 Nov 2002 Time: 07:16:19 CommentsNick was and always will be a fantastic bloke. His cheeky smile is what really stands out when I think of him and that will be with me forever. Love to you all, Dan xxx Name: Sophie Islip Date: 11 Nov 2002 Time: 19:41:14 CommentsI'd say Nick was probably one of the most talented people in Hurtwood......we used to share a film class and we all used to be in awe at what he produced (a lot better than everyone else's'.) It was not just his talent, he used to have a presence and charm most people do not posess. He will always be remembered. Name: Amla Mazumdar Date: 12 Nov 2002 Time: 03:22:53 CommentsDear Keith, Hanka and Christian, Nothing I say or do will bring Nick back, Nothing I say or do can take him away from you. He lives in your hearts, your memories, and will remain there for as long as you live. The first day you saw him as an infant, the last day you bid him farewell. The moments in between, of laughter and tears. arguments, words of love. Yes, even his touch No one can take them away... Least of all death. Time is a healer they say, but what is there to heal? Nick is in a happier world, where no harm can come to him. Yet he remains as close to you as before. Nothing has changed, nothing ever will. Name: Keri Watkins Date: 14 Nov 2002 Time: 17:40:14 Comments I remember Nick from Lincoln Gardens South when he lived there. We were only about 10 or 11, but we used to play group games of 50-50 in the swimming pool or Nick would teach me how to perfect my butterfly stroke. The Longstaffs moved from that compound but we saw each other again once at DC. Although we didn't know each other very well when we were older, I always saw him around school looking happy, and that familiar smile was always on his face. Rest in Peace Nick. You will forever be in my memory. Thinking of you Hanka, Keith and Christian. xxxxx Name: Sarah Disspain Date: 19 Nov 2002 Time: 04:56:57 Comments I remember Nick as the older, good looking boy next door.... who my mum always used to keep our Christmas card for Hanka, Keith and Christian till last so i could round and give it to Nick myself. Nick touched so many of us in his special ways and he is greatly missed but will never be forgotten...he is with us all the time, supporting us through hard times and laughing with us through good - i truly believe that. My heart and thoughts are with you Hanka Keith and Christian...will come round when i'm back. All my love and deepest sympathy, Sarah xxx Name: Natalia Meikle Date: 20 Nov 2002 Time: 18:51:43 Nick, all i can say is you are a wonderful person, and i love you with all my heart. I will miss your naughty smile! all my love and kisses, Natalia (Pocahontas). x Name: Lynsey Hamilton Date: 21 Nov 2002 Time: 05:22:27 Comments I never really knew Nick that well, but he was someone that was always there with a friendly face. Where ever you rest Nick I hope it's in peace. With love Lynsey xxx Name: Rachel Watkins Date: 21 Nov 2002 Time: 15:03:00 Comments I can't really remember Nick all that well as
I was only small when i knew him but one thing i can remember is him
around the pool at Lincoln Gardens South playing with all of the kids,
and i was really upset to hear of the loss, peace be with you always
Nick, thinking of you Hanka, Keith and Christian xxxx Name: Mira Irvine Date: 22 Nov 2002 Time: 15:52:25 Comments Hanka , Keith and Christian , I would like to say how deeply sorry I am for your loss and I just hope that whatever you are going through, the memory of Nick and how much he loves you, will help you. Although I lost touch with Nick in the last few years, I will always remember him as the person who made a dull day seem perfect. He was always there to make people feel good when they thought that nothing else could. I will always remember his genuine, smiling, kind face and his willingness to help a friend, whatever the circumstance. Nick, I hope that you have found a place to be as happy as you made people. Rest in Peace, All my love forever, Mira x x x Name: Erin Woolford Date: 22 Nov 2002 Time: 17:27:22 Comments Dear Keith, Hanka, Christian, Nick, and the many people whose hearts he has eternally altered. I will always hold Nick very dear to me, as I have done since I first met him!! He is the definition, to so many people, of their soft spot, and will forever remain mine-as I'm sure in his own cheeky way he knew! The hurt that I experience when I think of what has happened is only outweighed by the fond memories and happiness that Nick brought to my life, and to every bodies who knew him. Thank you for giving everyone the chance to share their love and sorrow, grief and fond memories for a truly exceptional young man, despite the distance that keeps us so far apart. All my thoughts are with Hanka, Keith and Christian. xx. Name: Sumaira Isaacs Date: 23 Nov 2002 Time: 06:00:22 Comments Keith & Hanka & Christian, yesterday was Nick's first month's anniversary and I cannot even begin to comprehend how you all felt. I have had Nick's memorial service card on my bedside ever since and have said a little prayer for him and for you every single night. Nick's birthday is the same day as my older son Airaj's. Therefore, my whole family is at your disposal as and whenever you need to reach out! Name: Francesca Taylor Date: 24 Nov 2002 Time: 13:33:50 Comments Dear Keith, Hanka and Christian, Obviously we heard of your very sad news, like everyone else it is really very hard to find the right words - what is there to say? Nick has been in my thoughts most days, in fact I have often thought of him because of his nickname 'mouse' - Hugo is 'Hamster'.... Hanka I will always remember your kindness when you came to visit me in the Al Wasl Hospital when I was in with Hugo.... at that time the thing that was most shocking for me was the realisation of just how tenuous life is... Nick was a lovely boy as is Christian... you are in all our thoughts, love Francesca, Catherine & Hugo xx
Name: Gina Stephenson Date: 24 Nov 2002 Time: 20:32:14 Comments Dear Hanka, Keith & Christian, My heart goes out to you all, I was shocked and saddened when Jean told me. When Andrew was a baby Hanka you told me that a child was a special gift, I have never forgotten that Hanka, and cannot comprehend what you must be feeling at present but your special gift was loved, cherished and adored and although he only had 20 years, you gave him 20 special years. My love to you all as always. Gina xx. Name: Els Date: 25 Nov 2002 Time: 01:56:23 Comments There could be a thousand people in the room yet Nick would make you feel as though you were the only person there with just a glance. I could tell millions of stories of great times with Nick and how selfless he is but i don't need to everyone knows. Keith, Hanka and Christian I was touched by your strength and honoured to have met you and been at such a beautiful ceremony for Nick, thank you so much. And Nick, since I know your watching us all I think you should know that Inopeapy! More than words always xxxxx. Name: Michael Barnett Date: 25 Nov 2002 Time: 03:21:07 Comments Nick was, and always will be a friend of mine. Times like these are hard and all of you will always have my love and support. Name: James Cregan Date: 25 Nov 2002 Time: 07:51:04 Comments I
did not know Nick that well, but what I did know is that he was a guy
that was always on the case for everything. If you want to know how to
live life to the full, I'm sure he'll be able to tell you. Just try to
smile, as I reckon he is right now. Name: Emily Cheeseman Date: 25 Nov 2002 Time: 12:27:53 Comments Although I have not been in touch with Nick for 6 years now I was deeply shocked and hurt by the news. It brought back very fond memories of my childhood in Dubai, of which Nick was a huge part of. I can still see his cheeky grin on my birthday party photos. I feel cheated at not having had the opportunity to have met him as a young man. I was arranging through very close friends of Nick's to meet up recently and I feel that chance has been tragically taken away from me. He sounds like he was an amazing and fun person to know. To Keith, Hanka and Christian, my thoughts are with you, Nick was well loved. I have very happy memories of my time with Nick in Dubai. xx Name: Munther Al Lahiq Date: 26 Nov 2002
Time: 02:51:37 Name: Alice Abdy Collins Date: 26 Nov 2002 Time:
06:53:38 I went to Hurtwood House with Nick and even though it was only for two years, I would just like to say thank you, thank you so much for sharing him with us! Lots of love Alice x Name: Reef Allahiq Date: 26 Nov 2002 Time: 07:45:57 Comments Name: Kasia from Poland (your cousin)! Date: 27 Nov 2002 Time: 10:49:09 Comments Your web about Nicholas is splendid. I am crying then I see the web. Your brother was wonderful. Your all family are sorrowful and unhappy. We love You and Nicholas!!! We can't good speak English and we can't so good write. Sorry!!! With Love Kasia. xxxx Name: Julie Watkins Date: 27 Nov 2002 Time: 13:58:23 Comments I've known Nick since he was a child and he always had a heart of gold. I last saw him a few months before leaving Dubai and it really touched my heart that he came round to say goodbye. When I heard about Nicks death, I was in shock and on the day of Nicks memorial service, Rachel and I went to church and said a prayer. Hanka, Keith and Christian my heart goes out to you and thinking of you always. Love Julie xxxx |
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