Book of condolence for Jamie Tidswell (From York Press)

gareth dickinson, york says...
12:07pm Mon 12 Feb 07

total top lad havent met a single person who had a bad word to say about you. My brother has lost a very good mate.
r.i.p

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jenny westbrook was spray, york says...
1:24pm Mon 12 Feb 07

jamie was a great guy i worked at woolworths with him and he always had a smile on his face he helped me all the time when needed help he had a heart of gold,he had lots of friends as he was such a laugh and nice guy he will be truely missed

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coxy, haxby says...
2:28pm Mon 12 Feb 07

we have lost a good friend jamie was a very goog lad and he will be missed truely he was always known as the lad wid the smile at skool u will be missed r.i.p

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Sarah C, York says...
2:51pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Pauline and Derek - you are both wonderful people and we are so sorry for your loss. Words can't express the sadness. With love from Sarah and Cherie xxxx

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Steve Rogers, York says...
3:14pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Jamie worked for us for a long time at Ziggy's. All the staff working there will miss him and his sense of humour. Jay was a good lad and all our thoughts are with his close family. No words can express the loss to us all.

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Greg Love, Haxby says...
4:11pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Jamie was a brilliant mate at school, and it shouldnt have happened to such a great lad. Manchester City are going to be missing one great fan.

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Hollie H, York says...
4:13pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Jay was an awesome guy who had a passion for fun, he was only a temp with us for a while but left a lasting memorie of a happy go lucky guy who always always had a smile on his face. We will miss his contribution to this world.

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Sarah, York says...
4:17pm Mon 12 Feb 07

I went to school with Jamie, he was very fun loving, always smiling and had a good sense of humour. It is a sad loss and my thoughts are with his family.

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Dusty, Strensall says...
4:28pm Mon 12 Feb 07

I met Jamie as a friend of his dad's when he was about 10 or 11. He was always having a laugh, being cheeky and generaly high spirited. He was a credit to Derek and Pauline.

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Richard LC, York says...
4:28pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Jay was a lovely guy with a ready smile for everyone. We worked with him at Azlan for a bit and we'll now miss him from the football pitch as much as we missed him when he left our company. Our thoughts are with you, Derek & Pauline.

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Leanne, York says...
4:42pm Mon 12 Feb 07

I only met him a few times but such a lovely lad and great company to be around. He will be dearly missed by all. Pauline, Derek and Kim, I truely am sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. Xx

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Chris Fenwick, York says...
4:50pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Hi, I was one of jamie's best friends at school, I am very sad to hear about this. Just wanted to send my deepest sympathys. I agree that jamie "tiddy" could brighten up a room in an instance, and im very sorry to hear about this.

Chris Fenwick.

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sam, Strensall says...
5:13pm Mon 12 Feb 07

I knew Jamie from Primary school and saw him regularly in Ziggys, i was completely shocked when my friend told me last week that he was gone. He always had a smile on his face and was always really friendly, even after i hadnt seen him for years, there's no doubt he will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him! Rest well Jamie. Thoughts go out to his family xx

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Lee Corner, York says...
5:54pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Just like to offer our condolences to the family of Jamie and to say we walk the very same path as you.
Our son Joel was killed last April and he was fifteen years of age and he was our star.
You must take every minute as it comes and i mean that in the strongest sense and for some time to come you will be living in a bubble but keep pushing forward and you will find inner strength although where it comes from we still dont know,
All our thoughts. Lee Joanne and family.

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Tom Hodgson, Strensall says...
7:39pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Jay will be sorely missed by me and the rest of my family. We all have known Jamie, Kim, Pauline and Derek for years and years. xxx
Deepest sympathy, Love Mandy, Paul, Tom and Sam xxxxxx

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paula smith, york says...
9:20pm Mon 12 Feb 07

I worked with jamie at woolworths and will always remember his cheeky grin he was a lovely guy and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him i will always remember his smile xx

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debbie lee(swampy), york says...
9:29pm Mon 12 Feb 07

I worked at woolworths with jamie he was a smashing guy who always had a smile on his face and always made us laugh i will always have great memories of jamie my thoughts are with his family xx

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Nicole Bolton, Manchester says...
9:49pm Mon 12 Feb 07

To all jamies family, i am sorry to hear of you loss, my thoughts are with you all.I knew jamie almost three years back in skool days, he was a top lad with one of the biggest smile ever. He is going to be sadly missed by all his family and close frinds. r.i.p. x

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Jo, york says...
9:58pm Mon 12 Feb 07

I didn't know your son but i just wanted to say i know what you are going through as my 3yr old son unexpectedly died 2wks before Jamie, of a very similar illness, unfortunatly we are still waiting on what caused my son's death but it started with flu like symptoms and his heart gave up. Reading Jamie's story shocked me that another young, healthy boy has been taken so cruely within wks of my son's death. My thoughts are with you x

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Anna-Maria Haritakis, York says...
11:57pm Mon 12 Feb 07

Jamie you are probably the most honest and caring person i met. i've known you for 2yrs and we must have had some great times. i will miss seeing you eevry week and you laughing at my emo fringe, even though i always knew you were jealous :) You were a great friend, you would always talk to me and comfort me when i was down and i know no one could ever replace you. you will always be in my thoughts and i will never forget you. i will never forget u're weird sense of humour either. you always put a smile on my face.
To jamie's parents and kim, i cannot tell you how sorry i am for your loss. you're son was one of the kindest and caring people i've ever known and it'll never be the same without him. my thoughts are with you. x
R.I.P Jamie

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Anna-Maria H, York says...
12:00am Tue 13 Feb 07

Jamie you are probably the most honest and caring person i met. i've known you for 2yrs and we must have had some great times. i will miss seeing you eevry week and you laughing at my emo fringe, even though i always knew you were jealous :) You were a great friend, you would always talk to me and comfort me when i was down and i know no one could ever replace you. you will always be in my thoughts and i will never forget you. i will never forget u're weird sense of humour either. you always put a smile on my face.
To jamie's parents and kim, i cannot tell you how sorry i am for your loss. you're son was one of the kindest and caring people i've ever known and it'll never be the same without him. my thoughts are with you. x
R.I.P Jamie

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Jan Rigby, York says...
9:36am Tue 13 Feb 07

I used to teach Jamie at Joseph Rowntrees and he was a lad to be proud of. I was so sad to hear of his death. My thoughts are with you at this dreadful time.Such a sad loss.

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debbie bucknell, strensall says...
9:37am Tue 13 Feb 07

My heart goes out to jamie's family, i too lost my son jamie from similar circumstances. I know the total despair you will be going through right now. You will be feeling where will we find the strenght to carry on. It is so true that only the best get taken so young.And your son really did sound one of the best.
You will be in my thoughts always.

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Chris, york says...
11:50am Tue 13 Feb 07

I worked with jamie at ziggy`s for a short time. He was a great lad and you could always have a laugh. You will be greatly missed by all.

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Judith Grange, York says...
11:53am Tue 13 Feb 07

Pauline, and Derek, am so very sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you. Judith

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Richard Pearson, Huntington says...
1:40pm Tue 13 Feb 07

Even though we only sort of had a chat in passing now and again, You were always beaming ear to ear, nothing ever got you down.
Thanks for everything
Richard

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Sallyann Tandy, says...
1:59pm Tue 13 Feb 07

Pauline, Derek and family, you don't know me, but I'm Maria Brunt's sister. Words are not enough, but I just wanted to say how deeply sorry I am for your loss and that I hope you find a little comfort and peace from the love and support from all those around you. With my deepest sympathy and love - Sallyann

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Derek & Pauline Tidswell, York says...
4:28pm Tue 13 Feb 07

Can we both say thank you to the Press for opening this condolence book and all the people who have put so many kind words and offered support. To Lee Corner, Jo and Debbie Bucknell. You have been through what we are going through at the moment and our heartfelt thanks go to you for your kind words of support. It means a lot to us. If you want to share your thoughts and memories, please get in touch with us via delboy352@btinternet.com. Thank you all again for your kind thoughts. It is overwhelming, the support and thoughts we have received over the last couple of weeks and the amount of people who turned up yesterday at the Crematorium blew us away. We had no idea there would be that many people there! If you want to know something about Jamie, type "Jay Tidswell" into Google and read the tributes from his on-line buddies who he used to play on-line games with....Thanks everyone and God Bless...

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Andrew Skingle, says...
4:35pm Tue 13 Feb 07

I first met Tiddy when he started at Robert Wilkinson in year 4, we went through school together until the end of yr11 at JoRo.
He was an amazing friend and a total inspiration to the ideal of enjoying life.
We all know he'll be with us in spirit next time we all play footy in Wigginton.
Sking

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hannah, acomb says...
4:39pm Tue 13 Feb 07

i only new him for a little time but the time i got to no hime he was a shinning star always had a smile on his face and made me laugh so much. guited at what has happened to him R.I.P

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Fiona Sutherland, York says...
4:45pm Tue 13 Feb 07

Although i only lived with 'jay' at wolsley street for a few months he made the time pass quickley with his wicked sense of humour and his huge smile, he always knew how to cheer me up, and i am so sorry to see him gone. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Kim, pauline and derek sorry for your loss. R.I.P.

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Joe Holmes, york says...
4:55pm Tue 13 Feb 07

Tiddy as i knew him was probably the only person i can say who always had a smile on his face, no matter where he was or who he was with he could always smile and make others happy. knowing him all the way through JoRo was a pleasure and he was always a good friend. my feelings go out to his family and closest friends those who will miss him most. Tiddy R.I.P man, you will be missed by all who knew you and many more who lives you touched.

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Maggie Ross, York says...
6:19pm Tue 13 Feb 07

I taught Jamie at York College what a great lad I had so much respect for him at college and was so sad to hear of such an early departure from us. He will be a huge loss to family, friends and anyone who has had the pleasure of knowing him. My thoughts are with the family.

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Fran, York says...
6:46pm Tue 13 Feb 07

I worked with Jamie at Woolworths and what can I say? He will be someone I will never forget! He always used to make me smile when I was feeling down and always listened when I needed to talk! All of our crazy nights out in York...! They were so much fun! He will be very sadly missed by all who knew him! Rest in Peace Mate! Fran X X X

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Karen and Maria, York says...
8:41pm Tue 13 Feb 07

Pauline,Derek and Kim, words feel so inadequate at this painful time but we feel really proud for you that Jay was so loved and will be missed by so many. You are very special to us. Our love and support always kj and M xx

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emma telfer (barker at school), york says...
8:49pm Tue 13 Feb 07

jay, i knew u from the age of 11 but it was only after school that we became firm friends and i'd just like to say how privileged i feel to have known you as im sure so many other people do too. you may have gone but you will never be forgotten and you will live on in the hearts and minds of those who knew, loved and cared about you. a truely fantastic person and friend. my thoughts and love are with you always. R.I.P jamie xxxxx
derek, pauline and kim my thoughts and love are with you all. so so sorry for you loss xxxx

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Paula,Colin,Emy& Melissa, Liverpool says...
10:13pm Tue 13 Feb 07

To our wonderful and beautiful cousin Jay,it was a honour and privilge to have you in our lives. No words can express how we feel at this sad time.
No room was dull when you were around, with such an amazing smile you brought happiness to us all.Our memories of Majorca is one of the best times we ever spent, all together. Our only regret was that Melissa never knew you like Emy did,she adored you and loved you more than you know.
You were a credit to your Mum & Dad.
You will be in our hearts and thoughts always and forever.
God Bless Jamie xxxxx
Pauline,Derek & Kim we are here for you all no matter what Luv u all xxx

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Rich Brandon, haxby, york says...
10:21am Wed 14 Feb 07

tiddy was one of the funniest guys i have ever met. he made school years and gcse's some of the best times of my life. he definately brightened the room and was liked by all. he truly was one in a million and will be missed greatly. my thoughts are with his family,i am so sorry to hear of your loss. rip tids, i'm sure wherever you are know your making them all laugh!

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Lee Bradley + Danny Smith, Clifton York says...
11:31am Wed 14 Feb 07

Tiddy u'll be missed mate, Big time
uve always been there in need and at times like these where ure gone u find we need you the most.
u neva judged, u always helped
and u were a long time friend
all those u lose contact with
but the special few u keep in touch with.
mate all i can say is were gonna miss you
Lee 'N' Danny Boy

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Holly, York says...
11:56am Wed 14 Feb 07

Jay, we went to school together and later worked together. In this short space of time we became close friends & I would like to thank you for those special times. You were 1 in a million. I will miss you dearly, you will always be in my thoughts. XXX

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Kim Tidswell, York says...
1:18pm Wed 14 Feb 07

Jay, i'll miss you more than words can ever say. The world feels emptier without you here, i just can't believe you were taken from us so young. You touched so many people's lives, more than any of us knew, which just goes to show what a wonderful person you really are. We have all lost an amazing friend, brother, son, cousin and nephew and there is nothing in this world that could ever replace you. I hope you're watching over me, like i did for you as we grew up. Love you little bro xxxxxx

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Tom Cowan, York says...
1:55pm Wed 14 Feb 07

I worked with Jamie at Woolworths and I know we would all be hard pushed to find a nicer, more genuine guy. Contantly happy and cheery he will be sadly missed. Dereck and Pauline, my thoughts are with you.

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Mark Batey, York says...
1:57pm Wed 14 Feb 07

I worked with Jamie at Ziggy's, the turnout on Monday was a true indication of how much he was liked, loved and respected by the people around him. My thoughts are with his family at this time... R.I.P Mate You will be missed!
Mark

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Jen, Haxby says...
2:21pm Wed 14 Feb 07

I only had the pleasure of meeting Jay a few times but i have got to say what a top bloke he was. So kind, generous and up for laugh. You will be sadly missed.x

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charlotte, york/ acomb says...
3:32pm Wed 14 Feb 07

Jamie was such a good friend i met him a few times and when i had seen him he always had an amazing shine on his face, he didnt stop smiling. I was so shocked when i heard what had happend. I am so gutted and upset i reali cant believe it. My regards go out to his family. im so sorry for your loss
i cant imagine how it must feel to loose a son but ive just lost him as an amazing friend.
never forgottn, forever missed.
R.I.P jamie
love charlotte xxxx

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Zoe, YORK says...
6:15pm Wed 14 Feb 07

Pauline Derek and Kim our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We are so very sorry for your loss. Love Zoe and Family xxx

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Laura, York says...
7:33pm Wed 14 Feb 07

i knew jay through kim. i have some great memorys which still make me laugh.He made going to ziggys worth while. He was a great mate, will miss him loads.
R.I.P jay
love laura

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Dawn,Kenny,Conor &Cian, Liverpool says...
9:12pm Wed 14 Feb 07

To our very special cousin Jamie...a shining star in his own right...You have been taken from us in such a cruel way and i dont think our lives will ever be the same...You could light up the darkest of rooms with your big beaming smile...im proud to say that you where my cousin and part of my family...you touched so many peoples lives with your sense of humour,laughter and im saddened that your new baby cousin Cian never got to know what a very special person you where,so full of love,life and laughter. Conor, who loved you so very much, did have that pleasure and will always treasure those memories...Jamie you will be sadly missed but never ever forgotten...xxxxxxxxx
Pauline, Derek and Kim your family are always here xxxxxx Love to you all xxxxxx

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Emma Marshall, Whitley, Near Goole says...
9:27pm Wed 14 Feb 07

To Jamie,
You used to stop and stare at me, puzzle for a while,
You'd stand there with your cheery grin and i'd just sit there and smile.
I didn't really know you but you thought that you knew me,
I was a face you recognised, your neighbour from the past.

Now looking back I understand the puzzled looks,and where i fitted in.
i don't think you realised that i was Sarah's Twin.

Now heaven has a new angel,
one who will be adores.
I hope you find your happyness and keep your lovely smile.
one day I'll explain to you why I never spoke, and I hope that you understand, I'm her twin.

May you rest in peace, and may the love and support of those around help ease your familys grief.

Emma Marshall

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colin, york says...
11:26pm Wed 14 Feb 07

To Jamie

You were the best mate you could ask for, you always put a smile on my face if it was messing around at henry j beans, at work making daft castles out of empty cardboard boxes or playing snap at early hours of the morning or even making our own card games up (it was called ketchup watch this space because it rocks)

My thoughts go out to all your family because i know you were always there for each other, you have a certain unique presence about you and im so glad i can call you a friend.

Love Col x

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Amanda, Slough says...
9:58am Thu 15 Feb 07

Dear cousin Jay

It pains me to think of all the idiocy that surrounds me every day and we have to go and loose someone as fabulous as you. I will always keep you close in my thoughts. You will forever be missed.

Pauline, Derek & Kim, you all know that no matter how far away I am I'm always here for you all

Manda xx

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Sarah, Connor, Megan, Katie and Vicki, Acomb, formally sowerby Road says...
11:28am Thu 15 Feb 07

Jay, we were your neighbour for a year, we had some great times together, I'll never forget how you brightened up my dark day's with your smile, at least that's how I'll always think of you!
You will always be my little ray of sunshine, the world is most certainly a far worse place to live in now you've left it!
Keeping you, a wonderful friend very close to my heart, Love you bud
Sarah and the kids
xxx

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Andy Dean, York says...
12:00pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Hey Jay, cant believe i wont see you in town anymore, last time i saw you you were handing out flyers in the freezing cold and you still had that big bright smile of yours. I look back at when we used to play footie on the back fields at jo ro and know one day we will have a kick about again.
Rest in peace mate, Andy

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Adam Hartley, says...
12:21pm Thu 15 Feb 07

To Jamie's family and many friends,

Even though I never met Jamie, my thoughts go out to you. He clearly had many very good, close friends both locally and in online gaming communities across the world.

Adam Hartley

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steven, walsall says...
12:52pm Thu 15 Feb 07

To family and friends,

I didn't know Jamie, but I can see how much he was thought of in the online gaming community.

My thoughts and prayers will be with him and your family today.

Steven

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Kie, York says...
1:17pm Thu 15 Feb 07

I only knew you for what must be less than a year but I'll undoubtedly miss you so much longer than that.

I'll never forget your birthday when we all went out dressed as pirates, and I'll never forget how incredibly jolly you were no matter the situation.

(Or how you called me 'Tubby' and towered a clear foot above me)

It was certainly a privilege to know you.

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Max Firks-Matthews, Bristol says...
1:31pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Ive not met Jamie personally, but ive had the honor of playing in the same clan as him and playing against him. He was the most funny guy i have ever met with all his pirate stuff he would come out with. I will truly miss him and i wish i could of played against him before this tragic event. He thought my many skills.

See you on the other Side Jamie

Max "Fidget" Firks-Matthews

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Jon Mangan, Solihull says...
2:15pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Well, don't know what to say really, I was a gamer with him for 3 years playing day of defeat 1.3 with him in numerous clans. Jay had a character about him, he was always joyful and would lightnen up anyones day. RIP dude, you'll be missed.

Just something that we did as a send off, click on this http://czar.intrax.se/index.php?id=287 Our words for jay.

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Julian Trought, Hunton, Kent, UK says...
2:28pm Thu 15 Feb 07

On behalf of the whole FirsFrag on-line gaming community I would like to offer our condolences to Jamies family and friends.

I have the great honour to meet Jamie at a gaming LAN last year and he took the time with me to sit down and have a drink and talk above all about gaming.

He will be remembered by so many in the gaming community for his skill, humanity and humour God Bless Jay Swisha Tidswell

Julian Tront Trought
FirsFrag Organisation Leader

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Richard, Scotland says...
3:28pm Thu 15 Feb 07

I had the pleasure of being an online friend of Jamies and was devestated to here the news of his passing. He was one of the friendliest kindest and funny people you could ever hope to meet.

I will always remember his humour and compassion for gaming and those around him.

He shall be missed but never forgotten

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Dan, Lancashire says...
4:00pm Thu 15 Feb 07

RIP, played dod 1.3 with him a few times.

nice lad, a huge loss

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Matt, London says...
4:03pm Thu 15 Feb 07

I only knew him online, was an amazing guy, a great loss to the online community and I expect even more to his friends. GL Jamie, you will be missed worldwide.

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Laura Redhead, York says...
4:43pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Jamie, I worked at Woolworths with you and can not keep count of the times that you made us all laugh with your cheeky ways. You were such a nice genuine guy and i cant think of anyone more undeserving for this too happen too.
we will all miss you so much and i feel honured to call you my freind.my feelings go out to Jamies family.
Rest in peace jamie. you were a great guy
xxx

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Lulu, Denmark says...
5:07pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Was only just getting to know him online, but from the first second we talked, he made me smile and laugh, he was one of a kind, and i will remember you always Jay.

My thoughts goes to family and friends.

Rest in peace
Louise

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red, Portugal says...
5:17pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Swish aka Jamie was a good friend indeed. i remember the time we spent playing dod, and the good laughts we had at msn... i mean he was just awesome... its still sad to look at my msn list and see his email, and knowing he wont ever comeback... man just feels terrible... Rest In Peace my friend....

<3 red

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katie featonby, stamford bridge, york says...
5:33pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Jamie, you were one of the best friends a person could ever ask for, there was never a dull moment when you were around. I have so many great memories of you like making up card games all night at col's house, the amazing 18th birthday party you and col arranged for me with all the "girls night out" sashes, badges and headbands and i was the only girl there the rest were lads. And its your fault im addicted to bingo (the laughs we had there)even though we only ever won the occasional tenner! I'll keep these memories with me always along with many more.
Im really going to miss you, you are a great friend and my thoughts go out to your family in this awful time.
I hope to see you and your cheeky smile again one day
Love Katie xxx

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Venom, Roeselare, Belgium says...
6:00pm Thu 15 Feb 07

I was in the same game community like he was, so i'm coming to show my support to his family and friends. I didn't know him and its at the other side of the canal but it still sad to go away so young and by such a disease(if i can call it that way).

R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

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Fae Benson, York says...
6:13pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Tiddy, you always had a smile on your face and I had the pleasure of spending five years at school with you and seeing that grin every day. You have touched so many peoples lives in such a positive way and you will never be forgotten. You will be truly missed by so many people. You were a suberb guy and im so glad i knew you.
Rest In Peace.
To all the family and close friends, i am truly sorry about this tragic loss and I hope you can find strength from all the love and support from people surrounding you.
R.I.P
XXX

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steve, says...
6:20pm Thu 15 Feb 07

spoke and played along side you online,you will be missed dearly bro,untill we meet again, R.I.P

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Graham "diddy" Barrett, Cork, Ireland says...
9:51pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Where to start eh? To us Jamie was Swisha, but to all he was the nicest guy to cross our paths.

Swisha was without doubt one of the funniest and most jovial characters I have ever had the immense pleasure of meeting. By christ he took some slagging and boy did he give as good as he got.

Which I guess is where he made he bonds with people, his honesty and integrity, on the internet was something special, his humour was wicked, one can only imagine how amazing it must have been to be in his presence daily.

To you Jay I say good bye, you've gone to a better place, and some day, we'll sit up there, and complain at how little reg there is on those bloody Germans!

<3 you mate

graham :)

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Richard Dighton, Cardiff says...
10:29pm Thu 15 Feb 07

Played with Swisha from almost 3 years and was in numerous clans with the guy. He was a great guy always could make people laugh. Was truely gutted when i heard the news having only spoken to him a week or 2 before. He was an absolute star of a person.
to all his family you have my deepest condolances.

Rest in Peace dude
Richard "Vengance" Dighton

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Steven, Birmingham says...
11:41pm Thu 15 Feb 07

We spent many many hours laughing, gaming and sharing our passion for music with each other. He was genuine down to earth guy who was a pleasure to have around and i am so glad i had the opportunity to have Jay in my life and he will never be far from my thoughts.

He will be sorely missed...

My love, best wishes and respects go out to his family in what is a situation no family should have to go through.

Steven "Snow" Brazier

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Tonis Kabin, Tallinn, Estonia says...
2:58am Fri 16 Feb 07

The nicest guy you could ever meet, he loved my guitaring even though he ran a mile when ever i started and was a fantastic guy in every way.

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Ben "b0x" Bowden, United States says...
3:16am Fri 16 Feb 07

i didnt know jamie that well, but i did know off him, i have recently moved to the states from England, and i was messaged on IRC the day after the online community heard off the loss, and someone said "sorry for the loss" this is someone from America, its amazing how much of a impact someone can have on the online gaming scene, truely a sad day :'( RIP swish <3 u!!

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Jin, Keele Uni says...
3:19am Fri 16 Feb 07

It's 2.50am & I keep thinking about the nights we were up at this time in my garden just looking at the stars talking about everything & nothing & promising to look out for each other forever. Jay, I feel like I've let you down for not being there when you were slipping away from us. I'll never understand you leaving us or be able to say goodbye properly, but I know 1 day we'll be together like the old days again. Words cannot express the emptiness I feel without you being here & the pain in my heart. I love you as a brother because you've never treated me as anything less than that. You've made me a better person & you'll always be in my daily thoughts. It hurts to think you won't be my best man, or come over with your wife & kids for a BBQ, or just play football every week like we planned after I finished uni. I just thank you for being a part of my life bro & never looking down on me or even being angry or annoyed. Wait for me up there...
Derek, Pauline and Kim - I hope I can fill a little of the emptiness you feel. You are the nicest, most selfless and loving people I have ever met. I see Jay in each of you and that makes me feel closer to him and brings some peace to me. I'll always have time for you xXx

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Scott, Airdrie, Scotland says...
3:29am Fri 16 Feb 07

Jay has touched many many lives, even people who have went to CPL go unnoticed but he is still known by hundreds the world over. It's unfortunate that he is no longer with us but for most of us we will never forget the time with which we spent with him.

I wish his family the deepest of condolences.
R.I.P Jamie, you'll be with us all
Scott/Redeemer

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Scott "Storm" peers, england, manchester says...
4:08am Fri 16 Feb 07

Awesome guy and a great DoD 1.3 player. had some great times even though you pwned me =[ r.i.p <3

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Lewis "Jin" Robertson, Manchester says...
9:08am Fri 16 Feb 07

One of the nicest guys ive ever met, and the fact that there isnt one person in the online community scene that ever had a bad word to say about Jay is a tribute to just how special he was.
He was a larger than life character who was always smiling, always ready for a giggle and someone you could really trust and rely on.
Love you man.

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-*[TnP]*- Redbaret, Netherlands says...
12:34pm Fri 16 Feb 07

I`m from TnP, heart about this loss, all the best for the family and friends.
to young not fair is all i can think off.
my condoleances to all relatives.

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Adam Hyett, Staffordshire Uni says...
1:01pm Fri 16 Feb 07

I went to York College with Jamie, he was a great person and it was a pleasure to have met him. He was always smiling and had a great personality.

My condolences to his family during this difficult time.

Tid, you will be sorely missed.

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Liam Gulwell, Bristol says...
1:02pm Fri 16 Feb 07

Jay was my best mate online, having known him for over 2 years. We have been very close and we even planned a trip to America, which unfortunately didn't happen due to the game we played together being dropped from the tournament.

I will miss Jay with all my heart, the saying "The good die young" couldn't be more appropriate in this instance.

Rest Well Jay, see you up there soon mate!

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Alex H-F, Easingwold says...
1:33pm Fri 16 Feb 07

Jamie, you were a gentleman of the kind we simply don't find anymore. I will always remember the hommie hand shake, the way we called each other "brother from another mother" and the "superleague" we set up! The way you were going to have 20 best men at your wedding, but only because you couldn't ask Kim to do it. I will always rememer the long walks back to Acomb, in the dark, when we'd set the world to rights long after the rest of the world had gone to sleep and new years when we stayed up planning the next year until 6 in the morning. I also have to mention our awful dancing at the Warehouse!! So much of it felt like just daft fun at the time, but it was always something more. Most of all I will remember the plans that will never happen. The summer in Berlin and the joint birthday in London to name a few. We were ambitious, but we would have done it because the world was at our feet. I will never forget the way you spoke about your parents and Kim with such love and admiration, especially Kim, your best friend in the world.
Derek and Pauline, I have so much respect for you, having raised two of the best people I've ever met. My thoughts are with you and I hope you feel at least some comfort from the amazing reaction from everyone who knew him, both at the funeral and in this log

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Scott "Cressy" Cresswell, Middlesbrough says...
2:04pm Fri 16 Feb 07

RIP mate. Jay was the nicest guy I talked to, I've missed all the random chat we used to have and still am. Great guy <3 ='<

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Damjan "DaMo" Novina, Slovenia says...
2:29pm Fri 16 Feb 07

Jamie really touched people from all over the world.

It's really shame that he passed away so young and i didn't even get to know him in real life. He was a cool kid online, i remember him from the first day i started gaming, he was like the first person to meet and was a lot of fun to play with him.

I wish all the best to Jamies family and friends, so those all from RoYaL pLaYaZ and i hope he is okay up there. Like i said a song out to him and may he find peace.

Damjan

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exe, Bottrop,germany says...
2:46pm Fri 16 Feb 07

We will all miss Jay, he was a great player and a real nice guy... i wish his Family and friends the best of luck in their future

i think most of us will never forget him

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Jaakko, Finland says...
2:47pm Fri 16 Feb 07

I didnt knew him very well,because we only spoke at online..He was always very nice and friendly. Rest In Peace mate.

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Steven "Anakin" Smith, Bognor Regis UK says...
3:03pm Fri 16 Feb 07

knew only the "on-line" legend that was "swisha" always made people laugh and inspired others including me on improving skill and other aspects.
I wish i could have known him better and know the real Jay Tidswell
I wish all that knew him and that loved him my deepest regrets on your loss
R.I.P jay

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Eli Van Nieuwenhoven, Belgium says...
3:12pm Fri 16 Feb 07

Having read all the above I got some chills on my back again, just like the first few days after I had heard this tragic news. I'm from Belgium, which goes to show that Jay made friends wherever he was or whatever he did, just by being the nice guy he is.

I'm sorry I haven't spoken to you much in that last week, I wish I had. Had a lot of fun with you and you will be sorely missed! One of the online games we played for fun was called "Pirates, Vikings and Knights II" and I'm sure you all know he chose to be a Pirate. Love you and I'll never forget you!

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Wallu, Finland says...
4:15pm Fri 16 Feb 07

http://czar.intrax.se/index.php?id=287

The first eSports Scene post about Jay

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Martin Reed, Chester says...
4:52pm Fri 16 Feb 07

Wallu wrote:
http://czar.intrax.se/index.php?id=287

The first eSports Scene post about Jay

I knew Jay as Swisha from my Day of Defeat days, and I'd like to pass on my condolances to his friends and family. He was an awesome guy, and I'm sure he'll be missed deeply.

RIP Swish

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Becky, York says...
6:41pm Fri 16 Feb 07

Jay,
Im really glad I got to know you even if it was only for a short time. In that time you became one of my close friends. Im so pleased that we had that little chat on new years eve, I only wish I had told you then what a great guy I think you are. When I see you again I will make sure I do. To Jay's parents my thoughts are with you. Kim you know im always here if you need to chat.

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Carina (Cols Mum), York says...
7:13pm Fri 16 Feb 07

To Jamie
Thank you for all the happiness and laughter that you brought to our house. There were not many things that stopped the gang of lads from eating but your jokes and impressions converted mealtimes to chaos. Life can be very cruel and my heart goes out to your family at this sad time. I know that wherever you are the laughter will have followed you.

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Thomas Potter, Liverpool says...
7:34pm Fri 16 Feb 07

To Pauline Derek & Family,

We are very sorry to hear about the sad loss of your son Jamie please accept our sincere sympathy.

From Tommy & Christine Potter & Family

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Richard "Dr Dra" Graham, Derry, N.Ireland says...
8:56pm Fri 16 Feb 07

One of my fondest memories was meeting up with Jamie at Newbury for the i27 LAN event. We had a great weekend, he was one of my favourite people online. I cant believe he is gone. I will miss him trying out his crazy chat up lines on me in the wee hours.

<3 always.

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Fg^ <3, Leeds/uk says...
4:57am Sat 17 Feb 07

OMG i still lose my breath reading anything about this so sad!!! but for me after this 1 week after my m8 died in a car crash :((( 2007 is a bad year for me so far!!!

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Mls, Denmark says...
1:40pm Sat 17 Feb 07

Its tragic how a young life can be taken away so suddenly.
I send out my deepest condolences to his friends and most of all his family who lost a brother and son.
Deepest Regards Mls

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lauren, york says...
2:32pm Sat 17 Feb 07

i knew u from school! sneeking behind the kitty litter 4 a cig trying to avoid miss glover at all cost! i still cant belive u av gone the world can be so cruel wen i takes honest innocent loving people from this world like this!its made the world even more empty n cold! i kno its selfish but i cnt belive im neva gunna get one more word of ur no it all advice lol! msn is so empty without u n i can imagine ziggys is too! keep watching ova us n one day ill c u again n i want a big cuddle waiting 4 me please rest in peace gorgeous xxxxxxxxx

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Simon Hogbin, Haxby says...
5:11pm Sat 17 Feb 07

I was truly shocked and speachless when I got a call from andy skingle explaining the terrible news. I went to school with Tiddy for 5 years, and tho we never really crossed paths much in the classroom, we met many times on the footy pitches at lunch.

I was usually the one with the unfortunate task of marking the lanky so and so :P. I really do remember his great enthusiasm, he loved his footy and gaming and I'm glad to say i shared experiences with him in both respects.

Take care jay, you'll always be remembered. RIP

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(WAL)Trrained{DCL], says...
7:46pm Sat 17 Feb 07

I Knew Jamie as Swisha,from his beloved Day of Defeat online gaming. He was a great player and a really funny guy, who will be missed by hundreds of gamers all over the world. Deepest deepest sympathy to his family and friends, from myself and all of the (WAL)Welsh Allied Legions, Day of Defeat gaming clan.

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Chris "shadow" Casey, Ireland says...
8:57pm Sat 17 Feb 07

U will be missed greatly, I hardly knew you and yet i miss you. I remember the 1st time we spoke well! Miseed by all online gamers! </3

My thoughts go to Jay and his Family!!

R.I.P Jay "swisha" Tidswell!<3

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Derek & Pauline Tidswell, York says...
10:57pm Sat 17 Feb 07

We are overwhelmed by the number of tributes and messages on here. God Bless you all. Someone has even opened a site dedicated to Jamie on which I have put some photos of him. I will add more as and when I get some. The site is:

http://jamie-tidswell.gonetoosoon.co.uk/my_index.php

Thank you all once again.

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lowboy, says...
8:36am Sun 18 Feb 07

Frag on, my brother. Avatar awaiting respawn.

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Will 'Sellers' Selway, London, UK says...
9:34pm Sun 18 Feb 07

Jay- absolutely smashing chap, although I only met him in person once, we joked about online numerous times. Don't really know what to say, to your parents - my thoughts are with you, to Jay I hope you are up there improving at Farcry (you will know what i mean!)
See you again someday,

Will

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Danielle, Acomb, York says...
11:35am Mon 19 Feb 07

To Jamies family, although I didnt know your son I'd like to let you know that my thoughts are with you at this very difficult time, things will get better, and try to remember him for the times he made you smile, at Christmases and Birthdays, with love to you all xxxxxxxx He would want you to keep smiling xxxx

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Kelly and gos, strensall says...
2:45pm Mon 19 Feb 07

Jamie was a awesome lad.he lived down my street.He hung about with my brother and he always made me laugh..he was such a good friend to my bro.he was devastated wen he found out and will mis u terribly.
Derek and pauline, sorry for your loss.
R.I.P jay mate..xxxxxx

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Bekki Sellwood, Headingley Leeds says...
3:23pm Mon 19 Feb 07

Jamie- gone from this world but never forgotten in spirit.

I can't belive you've gone and I will always remember that huge smile, warm heart and the jokes from our days at Jo Ro.
Thank you for those days.
Sweet Dreams jamie you'll never be forgotten.
my thoughts are with you Derek, Pauline and Kim.

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Terry Ford, Lutterworth says...
3:41pm Mon 19 Feb 07

I worked with Jamie for a short period of time in 2005. All I can say that he was one of the most honest and caring people you could wish to meet. It is a real tradgedy.

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Martin Chadwick, York says...
8:56pm Mon 19 Feb 07

Hi! jamie was a top guy. I went to school wiv him an we got on really well.We had sum right laffs an he always knew how to lift people when there down!! Hes a brilliant lad an will be missed lots by me. My thoughts are wiv his friends an family!

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