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

Iggy Pintado



Dear Gavin

Our mutual friend, Joe Talcott introduced us in May 2010 to discuss taking RUOK Day to the next level. When I heard about what you were trying to do in starting conversations for change - you had me at hello. I knew instantly and instinctively that the social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter that I'd researched and experimented with were almost made for this campaign.

That year, I did my best to assist in promoting it through social media. While it had it's detractors, we made some great inroads and have now set a platform for using it as a way to spread greater awareness of the campaign. I'm glad to have played a small part in this and thank you for lighting the fire that inspired my involvement - now and in the future.

So on the eve of RUOK Day 2011, cheers for being an inspiration, Gavin. If you want to know what I'll be doing on the day besides tweeting, here's a pictorial tribute to you, mate.

Cheers,
Iggy Pintado

1 comment:

  1. Such Amazing families The Larkin's and The King's thinking about all you guy's. On behalf of The McCaffery family. Peace to your all.

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