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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #25 on: February 18, 2014, 08:16:10 PM »
So sorry to hear and my condolences to his family.
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #26 on: February 18, 2014, 08:18:17 PM »
Sorry to hear of Brad's passing. May he ride free. My thoughts to his family. From Rob and Kym.
 

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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #27 on: February 18, 2014, 08:23:39 PM »
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yes he is now free for the long ride and will be sorely missed by 1 and all.
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #28 on: February 18, 2014, 08:47:22 PM »
Unfortunately I did not have the pleasure of meeting Brad but I know that him and his generosity of heart will be missed. My condolences to to the family and close friends as this is indeed a very difficult time for them considering the suddenness of his departure.

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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #29 on: February 18, 2014, 11:49:06 PM »
RIP Brad

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« Reply #30 on: February 19, 2014, 08:13:24 AM »
I want to offer my deepest condolences to Brads family and friends

 

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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #31 on: February 19, 2014, 08:38:25 AM »
Although I am new to this board I have trawled through post after post after post and his contributions were good humourd, intelegent and often heartfelt...... and nearly always helpful!

My empathy for the freinds and family of Brad both in this club and outside is sincear.

May his family remember him is the prime of his happyness and may they draw streangth from those memories.



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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #32 on: February 19, 2014, 03:33:54 PM »
So sad to hear one of the club has hung up his helmet early. Thoughts are with his family. Ride on Bluehonda.

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« Reply #33 on: February 19, 2014, 06:39:20 PM »
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #34 on: February 20, 2014, 12:16:33 AM »
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« Reply #35 on: February 20, 2014, 10:45:57 AM »

I didn't know Brad but I knew he was a keen and valued contributor to OZSTOC.  My condolences to Brad's family.
 

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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #36 on: February 20, 2014, 01:22:10 PM »
Great words and sentiments thanks folks. ST2UP has been a bit of a middle man in conveying our thoughts and best wishes to Brad's family.

Although many of us cannot make the funeral service, the Mods and I have drafted a letter to the congregation that will be read out as part of Brad's Eulogy on behalf of his 'other' family here at OzSTOC.

Here is the letter that is being sent:


https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/80178433/Brad%20Eulogy.pdf


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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #37 on: February 20, 2014, 04:03:05 PM »
Perfection from the ozSTOCracy - well done!
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #38 on: February 20, 2014, 05:57:36 PM »
Great words and sentiments thanks folks. ST2UP has been a bit of a middle man in conveying our thoughts and best wishes to Brad's family.
Although many of us cannot make the funeral service, the Mods and I have drafted a letter to the congregation that will be read out as part of Brad's Eulogy on behalf of his 'other' family here at OzSTOC.
Here is the letter that is being sent:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/80178433/Brad%20Eulogy.pdf
Cheers, Diesel

Thankyou so much to those who have put compiled this letter to Brad/s family on our behalf.  It's a wonderful initiative.
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #39 on: February 21, 2014, 04:07:21 PM »
Sincerest condolences to all his family and friends and those whose lives are richer for having know him.

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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #40 on: February 28, 2014, 12:34:27 AM »
Thank you all for your kind words and thoughts for Brad and his family. He will be missed by us all. Brads funeral was a big turnout with 200 plus in attendance. He was escorted by the Police motor cycles, his local fire truck and the Blue Knights,even the ambos turned up which would have made brad laugh as it wasnt in the plan.Brad was always helpful and would give his time and advice anytime and his advice was always spot on.I met brad and karen nine years ago when we bought there house, they were so helpful in a time when we knew knowone or the area we had moved to. Brad got me onto a1100 two years ago after i got him dirt bike riding and know his kids have got the bug.  Karen is a real trooper and brad can rest easy knowing his kids are in good hands and a good place but its still not fair.These last few weeks have been a real s--t and really make you take a look at things. We will miss you mate but not forget.I will miss our rides and after action reviews RIDE ON               
 

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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #41 on: February 28, 2014, 08:37:49 AM »
Thanks for the update there weSTy.

We're all glad to hear that it seemed a fitting tribute to a great man, respected community member, and mate.

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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #42 on: February 28, 2014, 08:42:15 AM »
Thanks for the great words westy!
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #43 on: February 28, 2014, 08:49:45 AM »
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« Reply #44 on: February 28, 2014, 11:15:43 AM »
Like Marcus. A double thumbs up.  :thumbsup
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #45 on: February 28, 2014, 01:08:11 PM »
Does anyone have a location/address for Brad's final resting place?
I plan to stop and pay my respects on my way through, but don't know any locations.
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #46 on: February 28, 2014, 08:25:01 PM »
Hi Diesel,
Brad (Kaul) was cremated at Lake Innes Memorial Gardens in Port Macquarie. Not sure if a memorial plaque has been set up as yet. For info, Ros and I met Brad and Karen just once at Dorrigo but coincidentally it turned out that he lived next door to my sister who knew him and his family very well and and who attended his funeral (which was a big one). I understand some photos of the cortege were taken to be posted on the forum at some time and I assume these will come through Chris in due course. Brad lived at Stewarts River (near Moreland) which is about 20km off the Pacific Highway 50 km North of Taree (Turn off at Johns River if you are heading South) . If you wanted to drop in and pay your respects to Karen I am sure Chris could check this out for you.
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #47 on: February 28, 2014, 08:47:42 PM »
I overcooked the distance to Stewarts River off the Pacific Highway from Johns River. It is actually 8.2km https://maps.google.com.au/maps?hl=en&tab=wl
Jerusalem Road is gravel although I have been along it a few times on the ST without trouble (as long as it is dry). If you want detailed directions to Brad's house let me know.
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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #48 on: March 14, 2014, 07:53:31 PM »
We called in on Karen for a few hours today on our way to National Rally, they are moving on with life with Karens strong will and resiliance support the family along.

 Karen found her self home alone last weekend and was collected by some of Brads other motorcycle club the Blue Knights for a lunch run in the Harrington area, motorcycles road and dirt have been a big part of their lives along with the Brad and the kids other passion sailing.

We had lunch with Karen and watched a video/photo tribute to Brad, with footage of the Police/Blue Knights/RFS cortage, tears flowed quiet freely. The Hats that made Brad who he was, his former Police, RFS, Aukubra and his OzSToc cap lay upon the coffin.

We have invitied Karen to still attend the Christmas in July at Uralla as they had such a great time at the Ebor RTE that they registered early for the Uralla Christmas in July RTE.


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Re: Bluehonda (Brad) has Ridden On
« Reply #49 on: March 14, 2014, 08:05:16 PM »
Thanks for the effort of taking the time to make contact with Karen , Pockey & ST2UP, from those of us who are a bit far away  :clap
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