Mark Proudfoot aka Magnum RIP

[john_morris_uk]

It is with great sadness that I report the death of Mark Proudfoot who posted as Magnum on these forums. I was privileged to chat with Mark a few years ago and I know he was a much loved member of the forum community.

I understand that his funeral is in Jersey next week but I don't have any details.

http://www.itv.com/news/channel/2018-03-13/jersey-multi-millionaire-dies-in-mallorca/

 

[jimmy_the_builder]

Re: Magnum RIP

This is terribly sad, he was only 54. Condolences to his family.

 

[benjenbav]

Re: Magnum RIP

That is a real shock and very sad. I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Mark's family and I would wholly echo John's words that he was a much loved contributor to these fora and to things generally.

 

[sarabande]

Re: Magnum RIP

Terrible news. The forums shared the growth in his passion for sailing and motorboats, and his voyages through the reefs of ownership and passage making. His delight in his wife, and new daughter, in the pictures on the new boat was fully evident, and for them I pray for comfort and that we all share their loss.

 

[jrudge]

Re: Magnum RIP

I read this in the mallorca news but I did not know it was a member in here. How tragic.

I confess that I looked at the price of defibrillators after I read it being 52 myself.

We were going to meet in Mallorca in November with PAN but his flight from Jersey was cancelled.

Condolences.

 

[longjohnsilver]

Re: Magnum RIP

I’m shocked. That’s awful news, he was excellent company and he and his lovely wife Claire welcomed me on board at least 2 of his many boats. My sincere condolences to all his family.

 

[Nigelpickin]

Re: Magnum RIP

That is the most terribly sad news, our thoughts and sincere condolences to Mark’s family and loved ones. Nigel and Ann.

 

[NGM]

Re: Magnum RIP

oh my, truly shocking news. Sincere condolences to his family.

 

[jfm]

Re: Magnum RIP

Indeed this is desperately sad. Condolences to Mark's wife Claire and Mark's 3 children. I've swapped messages with Claire and while she is a strong person she is devastated by this. The funeral is in Jersey immediately after Easter weekend.

 

[Firefly625]

Re: Magnum RIP

desperately sad, condolences to the entire family. Thank you for letting us know.

 

[Seastoke]

Re: Magnum RIP

so sad so young ,thoughts with the family

 

[kashurst]

Re: Magnum RIP

I'm shocked 54 is no age. Really really unlucky, condolences to his family

 

[MrB]

Re: Magnum RIP

Terrible news and a sad loss. Condolences to the family.

 

[Den100]

Re: Magnum RIP

Desperately sad, far to young, my thoughts and condolences to his family

 

[vas]

Re: Magnum RIP

shocking news
condolences to the family.

 

[Portofino]

Re: Magnum RIP

Condolences to the family from me - very sad indeed .

 

[Bouba]

Re: Magnum RIP

I never knew him but I enjoyed reading his posts and blog. My condolences to his wife and infant daughter. So sad

 

[MedDreamer]

Re: Magnum RIP

This is shocking and very sad news.

My wife and I spent time with Mark and Claire including a lovely weekend at their home when they lived in Devon. We have very happy memories of meeting up with them in Mallorca.

Our thoughts are with Claire, his sons and his lovely little Emma.

He loved his boats and I was looking forward to hearing about his latest purchase over the coming months.

I don’t have any contact details for Claire other than the forum so can anyone who is in touch send our condolences to Claire and his family.

RIP Mark, it was a pleasure knowing you, Fair winds.

Martyn & Louise Lee

 

[rubberduck]

Re: Magnum RIP

OMG, that truly is terrible. As everyone else, my thought go out to his family & all who will miss him, a large group by all accounts.

 

[scubaman]

Re: Magnum RIP

That’s awful news. My deepest condolences to the family.