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Old 29-09-2005, 08:46 PM
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Some sad news
Tonight I recieved the sad news that Erwin Van Der Velden has passed away.
Erwin will be forever known as one of the most dedicated and talented astro photographers to have ever graced us with his presence.
I have fond memorys of standing in the middle of a freezing paddock with Erwin watching him do his craft.
He will be missed.

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Old 29-09-2005, 08:54 PM
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David, that is terrible news. I am stunned. I have only know Erwin since Feburary last year (He sold me my first serious telescope) but like yourself the memory I have clearest is the one of him standing in the icy grass at 4 oclock in the morning at duckadang this year, cursing the fog rolling in. He will be greatly missed.
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Old 29-09-2005, 08:56 PM
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the same erwin from our forum, 40 yrs old???

what happened?

this is really sad!
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:10 PM
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This is shocking and terrible news , Erwin only recently posted a Mars image not three days ago
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:10 PM
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Yes Dave, a member and 40y.o.

Not fair at so young. Yes it is sad.
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:13 PM
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my computer now has a new wallpaper of erwins mars pics. salute!

might go and have a little quiet time with the stars
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:19 PM
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I am gobstruck, How , when, why?

He looked like the fittest man on earth as per my encounter with him at Duckadang (see Pictures)

is there a way that we can pass our condolances to his family?
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:23 PM
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As a tribute to Erwin, I went & had a look at his webpage & all his astrophotography work: http://www.sas.org.au/Irwin/Irwin.htm What a shame.

Here's to Erwin.
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:24 PM
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So did I.
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:26 PM
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Erwin was a rare and wonderful human being. His love and passion for astronomy radiated from him; accompanied by his beaming smile and that cosmic twinkle in his eye.

He was an incredibly bright yet humble man and I found him to be one of the most decent persons I had the grace to meet and share this short journey with.

Erwin’s sudden passing leaves me deeply saddened at what might have been, with his enormous talent for all things astronomical.

God bless you Erwin, may you rest in peace and dwell amongst the stars you so loved.

I will miss you.

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Old 29-09-2005, 09:26 PM
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As an Astro tribute to Erwin, the Astrophotography award at the Star camp will be known as the 'Erwin van der Velden' Award for Astrophotography.

I hope nobody minds.
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:30 PM
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That certainly is a great tragedy
I too had a look at his webpage ... brilliant images.
Very sad ... I can only presume there was an accident ?
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:31 PM
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Guys,

I can confirm Erwin passed away (thanks to Colin Drescher for notifying me)...all I can say I am pretty devastated. I don't have full details yet but I when I do I'll keep everyone posted. Some of his fine astrophotography is hosted on my webpage:

http://www.pbase.com/terrylovejoy/er...ed_d70_gallery

Terry
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ken, here here!
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:34 PM
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Very sad news.
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:35 PM
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Good on you Ken ... a fitting tribute!
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:37 PM
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Sad news indeed.

My condolances to family & friends.
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:38 PM
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Oh man - I'm floored ! I can't believe it. This is truely sad and a huge loss to the astronomical community.
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Old 29-09-2005, 09:40 PM
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Sorry to invade your privacy.Sad indeed.But what would he have thought?

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Old 29-09-2005, 09:44 PM
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So young , my condolences to his family and friends they must be devastated.


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