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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 8:44 am Post subject: The Passing of Mark Beechey Reply with quote Back to top

The australian ATV community has lost one of it cofounders. Mark Beechey lost his battle to cancer late last nite at a young age of 52. The man had a huge influence with quad race here in oz and a had true passion for motorcycling, and father to one of australia Fasters atv rides Luke .
To Luke, Bec and Charlotte and the rest of the beechey Family we are here for you guys and thinking about you at this sad time.
Victor, Michelle Amaya and Julien


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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:11 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Very sad news. Didn't know Mark, but knew of Luke and his achievements. Obviously like any son, his achievements are a credit to his upbringing.
Prayers go out to the family.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:40 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Sad news indeed.
Condolances to his family.


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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:42 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Very sad news I have met mark a few times and he was a great bloke, I didnt know he was sick, The same happened to my father aswell ,
luke and family take time to get over this,cheers
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:49 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Sorry to hear of the bad news Luke
You are a champ and you will get through it
All the best to you and your family
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:03 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Very sad news. Crying or Very sad
Although I hadn't seen him in a couple of years he was a good mate of mine and I have alot to thank him for. I would never have got into quad racing if it wasn't for old Grumpy Guts. He not only helped me get into it but showed us all how to build proper race bike too. He even once tried to teach me how to act like a professional racer untill he gave in and said nah that just too hard. laughing
My heart goes out to Luke, Bek and the rest of their family in this tough time.

Keep riding that massive trails bike park in the sky old mate Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad Crying or Very sad
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:17 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

So sorry to hear of this sad sad news, did some good trailriding with Mark during my years at qrcv, condolances to his family and close freinds.


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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:19 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Our condolances from the Cuzo family...
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 10:45 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Yes sad news , it wasnt long ago when i was talking to him.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 11:28 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Very sad news, our best and warmest regards to Luke and family.

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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 12:20 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Among a few hundred other important values that Mark brought to our sport...
He was also the founder of Jumbos.
Thanks Mark.

Condolences to the Beechey's.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 1:39 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

R.I.P Mark...

Our condolances to his family.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 1:42 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Our hearts and deepest sympathy's go out to Luke and his family and we wish Luke to know that his extended family are here for him if he wishes to have someone to talk to.

Rest in peace - Mark Beechey

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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 3:10 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

To Luke and Family

A very sad day, our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. Thinking of you

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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 3:16 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

The original Quadfather. You will be missed mate.
Few people know just how much he did for the sport back in the early days. I am pretty sure I wouldn't still be involved in Quads if it wasn't for Mark (so now you know who to blame). Now he was a guy who could make things happen, and like it or not, if he believed in something, it was gonna happen!
I will be there to say my goodbye's with you Luke.
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 4:30 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

from the QRCV
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Mark instigated the start of the Victorian Quad Club and was renowned for pulling up to empty paddocks and making the most amazing flat tracks that all members loved to race on. Mark also started the first ATV MX Nationals, which was widely attended by interstate rides and Tim Farr from the USA.

Marks other talent was his involvement in Trials where he was a champion outright with many trophies to his name.

Mark is the only QRCV Life Member and will be sorely missed by all.

Condolences to all the Beechey family from all the QRCV.

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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 6:25 pm Post subject: mark Beechey Reply with quote Back to top

words can not express how sad the new was when i got told, your father luke a legend will be sadly misted by all forms of motor sport he achieved so much in cars ,quads and bikes in such a short time
our Condolences to all the Beechey family from Danny Penraat and family
 
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 6:41 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

very sad news sorry to hear condolences go out to you and your family
 
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 8:33 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Sorry to hear about this Luke. Really sorry for you and the rest of your family.

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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 8:49 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

A truly wonderful man who will be greatly missed,
Thank you mark for introducing us to a wonderful sport all those years back and for the many times you helped us along the way with advice and always a helping hand.
Our condolences to Luke and Bec and the entire Beechey family.
You will be deeply missed by us all.
Rest peacefully Quadfather

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PostPosted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:05 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Mark had a huge influence on a lot of people, with a passion like few others for what he belived in.
he got things done and what ever he did he did well and without compromise.
he was hard to get along with sometimes but atleast you always new where you stood.
i had some great times with mark and he did a lot for me.
heart felt condolances to Denise,Luke and the rest of the family and please if you need anything don't hesitate to ask.
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 4:43 am Post subject: The passing of Mark Beechey Reply with quote Back to top

M.B. You done so much for a lot people, you will be truely missed. You helped me out heaps a few years back and will not forget it. Thankyou for your freindship and support. Thinking of Denise, Luke & Bec in this tough time.

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PostPosted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 5:08 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

hi luke sorry to hear about your dad , and my condolences goes out to you and all your family,
 
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 5:23 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Just a thought....

It is sad but look at all the greatness he gave and possitives, should we not return that gratatude at least to his favourate club, how many forum members do we have, cause when things like this happen we tend to band together no matter the distance, how about a fund to help throw back the help.
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 7:29 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

such sad news ....
 
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