RIP Gav

R.I.P. Gav - 21/9/2011 - Our beloved Gavin Larkin passed away this afternoon at 3.28pm. He was surrounded by his family and the love that he has created. He will never be forgotten for who he was, how he lived and what he has left behind. I know I speak on behalf of all that knew him when I say Gav, thank you for being you. The world is a better place for having had you in it.
The Larkin family would like to thank everybody who has contributed to this blog. The messages have been a constant source of support and wonderful memories that the family will cherish forever. They have been overwhelmed by all the good wishes, lovely words, food & flowers. The community around Gavin, Maryanne, Gus, Josie and Van has been wonderful and made an enormous difference. Thank you to all.

May we suggest, if you would like to offer further support, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to one of the following nominated causes: RUOK? Day Donations or Cure For Life




Friday, 29 July 2011

Chris D'Amico

He's not an asshole......he's just Australian


Gavin,

It's Chris D'Amico from the Taco Bell/FCB days.

I think that Aussies are terribly misunderstood. What people don't get, is that you guys are a combination of bombastic energy and brutal honesty. I have had the good fortune to know a few Aussies and call them "mates". You are one of them.

You once told me the story of "Mate-dom" and how it works...."we're all in this together, that is how Aussies are"...I was always very jealous of that truth and insight, being a Yank. But at least, I was able to work with you, experience your force of nature...good and bad...and then go out for a pint with you afterward.

I also remember living on Brooks street...It was Halloween...our families ran into one another...I think you were dressed as a Indy Driver....head to toe. I think it was a perfect reflection of your personality. Of course you had a shit eating grin from ear to ear.

Gav, I'm glad and honored to have met and known you.

Godspeed, mate.

Chris.

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