Nick Stamp
| Location | Reading, Berkshire |
| Age | 15 years |
| Cause of Death | Drowning |
| Date of Birth | 04/12/1987 |
| Date of Death | 25/10/2003 |
| Visitors | 2,102 since 13/05/2007 |
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Our beautiful, loving & funny youngest son, NICK, adored " little bro" ,
treasured grandson,
a much loved nephew and cousin .
A friend to so many.
NICK was born in Reading on 4th December 1987 and died in Praia da Luz Portugal
as the result of a tragic drowning accident on 25th October 2003, aged 15 years.
NICK was a very special person. He touched everyone with his infectious
personality and his enthusiam for life.
NICK glass was half full , not half empty. He had "NICK" names for everyone and
a sense of humour that he inflicted on all. NICK always saw the best in
people.
His passions in life included football, -he was a season ticket holder at
Reading F.C.- and played for local teams from the age of seven.-, his dogs Dylan
and Archie, (who miss him so much too), his friends and his family.
NICKS life was taken so suddenly, on holiday in Portugal. He was swept into
the sea from rocks as he was having his photo taken by his friend Ross.
We miss NICK so much. Our life has continued without him, ..........different
life with trampled dreams.
We love NICK
We love the happy person he was, and the beautiful memories he has left with us.
We value the gift of love he has given us and treasure the time he spent with
us.
Remembering NICK will always be a very special thing, and he will live on in our
memories forever.
NICKS STORY
24th October 2003
NICK had to wait on the doorstep when he got home from school,he had forgotten
his key again. NICK and Ross dashed to the travel agents to change their
money.The long awaited holiday to Portugal was almost here. His case was packed
and he was ready to go. Their flight was early so he was staying with Ross that
night.
" Laters" said NICK giving me, his mum a high five. "Give your mum a kiss" I
said, so he did and I waved him off, not knowing that was the last time I was to
see him.
25th October 2003
They arrived in Portugal. NICK rang us at 11 o'clock to say he'd got there
safely. After a brief chat to his Dad, I said " Have a lovely time, see you on
Saturday". He said "I will, Bye".
NICK and Ross couldn't wait to explore ( look for local talent!) They took a
couple of photos then decided to go back for lunch at a local pub with Ross's
parents. They then returned to base for a rest.
After a short while, NICK and Ross went out again, this time in the opposite
direction.The coastline was far rockier and NICK asked Ross to take his photo by
a large rock, closer to the sea. Just as his photo was taken, the sea came
over the rock knocking him over. It was too slippery for NICK to get to his
feet. A second wave swept him out to sea. Ross raced for help.
A search & sea rescue was launched and continued until dusk. It was to be
resumed at first light.
THE SEARCH
The search began again, to no avail. It continued the following day, but was
finally abandoned. The experts knew that the sea would only return NICK to us in
its own time.
We decided not to travel to Portugal. We would be of no help, if the experts
could not find him, what chance had we.
We decided that we would fly out when NICK was recovered and bring our son home.
Or so we thought.
The waiting was all too much for Nev. He decided to go to Portugal with his
friends.He carved NICKS name into the rocks where he disappeared but returned
home after a week devastated that he couldn't find him.
11th November 2003
A day of very mixed emotions.
We received the news that a body had been found three miles up the coastline.
Finally, after eighteen days, NICK had been found.We were elated because the
worst senario for us was never to get NICK back.This was short lived, when
reality set in. NICK was dead. We were distraught.
12th November 2003
A new phase of the nightmare was about to begin.We were advised not to travel to
Portugal straight away. The identity of the body was proving to be difficult. It
would depend on D.N.A. and this could take some time.The Portugese authority
could perform the test but the results could take up to six months to
process.This was totally unacceptable.
The next few days were spent in a bubble, cushioned by shock, to the awfulness
of the situation.We walked for miles, just to fill the long days. We visited the
tree,which was a meeting place in the local park where Nick and his friends
would hang out. Flowers had been placed at the foot of the tree as a tribute to
their friend.
Our family liason officer D.C. Mike Bland had become our anchor. He was given
the go ahead to travel to Portugal. He was to collect a D.N.A. sample from the
body and return to process it here in the U.K. The results could take up to
three weeks.
27th November 2003
We finally received the news that NICK was positively identified. Now we could
bring him home! Or could we?
The Portugese authority would not release his body to us.They claimed he was a
health risk.We were told that a cremation would have to take place there. It
seemed that they put every obstacle in the way of NICKS return. We decided after
advice, that NICKS body would be returned to us, somehow, as he was not a health
risk to anyone.We would have to go to court in order for this to happen.
4th December 2003
NICKS 16th Birthday.
We desperately wanted NICK back for his 16th birthday, but it wasn't to be.
We joined his friends at the tree.
6th December 2003
The inquest in Portugal.
The international undertakers represented us in court. They were prepared to
return NICK in a sealed casket. The Portugese at last relented, and signed the
release documents.
Mike advised us not to travel, as he did not want any further delays to Nicks
return. We could not see NICK or even travel with his casket so the repatriation
was to take place immediately.
8th December 2003
NICK finally came home.
22nd December 2003
A service of rememberance, love and thanksgiving for NICKS life was held at St
Peters Church in Earley, and was attended by over four hundred family and
friends. It was followed by a cremation.
A reception was held at The Moat House Hotel, Sindlesham.
24th December 2003
Christmas Eve
NICKS ashes were interned by his family at Mays Lane Cemetery in a private, and
emotional
occasion on Christmas Eve.
We finally had a resting place for him.
Other sites in NICKS memory
http://www.freewebs.com/robbo699/index.htm
http://nick-stampy-stamp.memory-of.com/About.aspx
to be continued...........
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When tomorrow starts without me
And I'm not there to see;
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn't cry
The way you did today
While thinking of the many things
We didn't get to say.
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you.
And each time that you think of me
I know you'll miss me too.
But when tomorrow starts without me
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name
And took me by the hand.
If we could bring you back again,
For one more hour or day,
We’d express all our unspoken love;
We’d have countless things to say.
If we could bring you back again,
We’d say we treasured you,
And that your presence in our lives
Meant more than we ever knew.
If we could bring you back again,
To tell you what we should,
You’d know how much we miss you now,
And if we could, we would.
Our memories build a special bridge
When loved ones have to part.
To help us feel we're with them still
And soothe a grieving heart.
Our memories span the years we shared,
Preserving ties that bind.
They build a special bridge of love
And bring us peace of mind.
As New Year approaches
It seems harder this time of year
We miss you so much more
The only thing that gets us through
Are the memories of before
So here's a card just for you
To show how much we care
I know your waiting with the angels
One day I'll see you there.
Dawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend)December 31, 2008
GONE TO SOON
Like A Comet
Blazing 'Cross The Evening Sky
Gone Too Soon
Like A Rainbow
Fading In The Twinkling Of An Eye
Gone Too Soon
Shiny And Sparkly
And Splendidly Bright
Here One Day
Gone One Night
Like The Loss Of Sunlight
On A Cloudy Afternoon
Gone Too Soon
Like A Castle
Built Upon A Sandy Beach
Gone Too Soon
Like A Perfect Flower
That Is Just Beyond Your Reach
Gone Too Soon
Born To Amuse, To Inspire, To Delight
Here One Day
Gone One Night
Like A Sunset
Dying With The Rising Of The Moon
Gone Too Soon
A Beautiful Angel Gone Too Soon xxx
Dawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend)December 29, 2008
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THINKING OF YOU
ALWAYS
ANGEL
Forever in our hearts and thoughts
Dawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend)December 21, 2008
♥♥Christmas in Heaven♥♥
♥'This Christmas in Heaven
What a beautiful sight!♥
♥It's wonderful here;
Everything is all right.♥
♥The crib is adorned
With the brilliance of stars,♥
♥Wisemen have come
From Venus and Mars.♥
♥I've met all our dear ones
Who preceded us here;♥
♥The reunion was lovely,
An event full of cheer.♥
♥And tonight we'll all gather,
In reverence we'll kneel,♥
♥For the Babe in the cradle
Up in Heaven is Real.♥
♥I think of my family
that I left behind♥
♥And I pray that your Christmas
Is as blessed as mine♥
♥Please shed no more tears,
For my soul is at rest,♥
♥Just love one another;
Live life to its best.♥
♥Yes, It's Christmas In Heaven,
So I've heard them say,♥
♥Yet, Christmas In Heaven
Happens every day.♥
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Dawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend)December 17, 2008
THREE LITTLE WORDS "FORGET ME NOT"
THEY DONT SAY MUCH BUT MEAN ALOT
FORGET YOU NOT WE NEVER WILL
COS IN OUR HEARTS WE KEEP YOU STILL.
NO MATTER HOW WE SPEND OUR DAYS
NO MATTER WHAT WE DO
NO MORNINGS DAWN
NO EVENING FALLS
WITHOUT A THOUGHT OF YOU.
LOVE ALWAYS
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Dawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend)December 11, 2008
♥ ♰ ♥ ♰ TO MY DEAR FRIEND ♥ ♰ ♥ ♰
MERRY CHRISTMAS XXXXXX
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_____________New Year To You For
____________2009... I Hope The New
___________Year Brings You Loads Of
__________Happiness And Lots Of Fun.
_________I Hope You Have A Nice Day On
________Christmas Day, Filled With Lots Of
_______Angel Time.......And Of Course Eating
______Lots Of Nice Foods, And Candies. I Hope
_____That Santa Is Good To You As Well And He
___Brings You Loads Of Presents On Christmas Day
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My Christmas Wish For You
My Christmas wish for you, my friend
Is not a simple one
For I wish you hope and joy and peace
Days filled with warmth and sun
I wish you love and friendship too
Throughout the coming year
Lots of laughter and happiness
To fill your world with cheer
May you count your blessings, one by one
And when totaled by the lot
May you find all you've been given
To be more than what you sought
May your journeys be short, your burdens light
May your spirit never grow old
May all your clouds have silver linings
And your rainbows pots of gold
I wish this all and so much more
May all your dreams come true
May you have a Merry Christmas friend
And a happy New Year, too.
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Dawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend)December 7, 2008
With Love xx
A unicorn represents
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Charity
Justice
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Beauty
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Because I see all of these
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You're a magical spark
In a world that sometimes seems dark
Your light never fails to
Touch my heart and soul
Leaving behind
A feeling of peace
And an assurance that
Goodness truly exists
In the world.
Thankyou for being my FRIEND!
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PASS THIS ON TO ALL YOUR GTS FRIENDS AND SEE HOW MANY PEOPLE DO CARE AND LOVE YOU AS A FAMILY XXXX
I JUST DID XXXXX
Dawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend)December 4, 2008
Sharon Tysons Mum December 24, 2007sending my love to all your family, its so difficult to celebrate any family occasion without our lovely boys take care love sharon my thoughts are with you x x
Lucy (NONE/ETHEL POOLE GREAT GRAND DAUGHTER) July 18, 2007AWW NICK XX
AWW MY HEART GOES OUT TO NICK MUM AND DAD AND ALL HIS FRIENDS AND U ROSS NOING U WAS THE LST PERSON WITH NICK! WELL NICK DRLING SLEEP TIGHT GOD BLESS AND KEEP LOOKING DOWN ON ALL YOUR FAMILY N FRIENDS AS THEY LOVE U DEARLY XXXX
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Alison Bratton lit a candle on Mar 20, 2009, 10:29 pm
xxxxxxxxxxThinking of you.
XXXXXXDawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend) lit a candle on Jan 29, 2009, 6:47 pmMemories are like
threads of gold,
they never tarnish
or grow old.
Wherever we go,
whatever we do,
memories keep us
near to you xxx
Love sent today, as
always xxxxDawn Daughter Of Ken Pratt (GTS Friend) lit a candle on Jan 15, 2009, 4:24 pm†♥..
As long as hearts
remember As long as
hearts still care
We do not part with
those we love
They're with us
everywhere
..♥†
love sent as always
xxxxx