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




Wednesday, 14 September 2011

Anna

Dear Gavin,
You may not remember me. I certainly don’t expect you to. I am a volunteer Lifeline Telephone Counsellor and you joined us for a weekend workshop when we were learning ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training).
Whilst my only interaction with you was for these 2 days, I have lasting memories of your personal story and everything that you were setting out to achieve with RU OK Day. Looking back now, I had no idea that one person could achieve so much. What an amazing feat.
You have clearly touched and inspired so many people – you may not even realise how many. I just wanted you to know that some days, when I feel I don’t have the energy to volunteer, I think of you and the personal story you shared with us on that weekend, and that inspires me to dig a bit deeper and continue being there for others.
I am very humbled to have met you Gavin. What a legacy you have created. You have made the world a better place.
Anna

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