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Although I have not been involved actively with astronomy for many years now, and have not spoken to Nick since the early 1990s, I was saddened to learn of his passing when I caught up with Glenn Burgess last night via Skype. Nick was probably the first person that I spoke to when Glenn and I had interest in joining BAS - it was 1988 and he was the president at that time. I remember him as always being enthusiastic and very accommodating to newbies, like I was at the time. I remember Nick offering Glenn and I the opportunity to piggy back our cameras for the first time on his scope at Hazeldean, and having lots of laughs with him at Coolmunda Dam while we roasted in the baking sun during the day.
He also generously gave up his time to help with a school project in which I interviewed him about the astronomical society. I think without Nick's enthusiasm and kind-hearted nature I would never have become as interested in astronomy as I did. My condolences to his wife and family.
Brett Black
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