R.I.P. Jim Stynes

Stavro Mueller

Have just seen on a news feed that Jim Stynes lost his battle against cancer

Sparks43

R.I.P

thee glitz

RIP

http://www.smh.com.au/afl/melbourne-demons/jim-stynes-dead-at-45-20120320-1vgdr.html

Former Melbourne footballer Jim Stynes has died, aged 45.

Stynes' wife Sam confirmed the AFL legend passed away at 8.20am "in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by friends and family".

"Jim was pain free, dignified and peaceful. (His children) Matisse and Tiernan were present," Sam Stynes wrote in a statement posted on Facebook.

Auvers

RIP Jim

but sorry had to google him

*James "Jim" Stynes OAM (born 23 April 1966, died 20 March 2012) was an Irish former professional Australian rules footballer who was a businessman, philanthropist, writer, youth worker, qualified teacher, co-founder of The Reach Foundation [1] and from 2008, the chairman of Melbourne Football Club.

for anyone else who never heard of him

*wiki

busyliving

The Greatest Irishman down under...RIP

To Alcohol

RIP

HeidiHeidi

Oh golly - I know less than nothing about Aussie football, but I remember seeing a documentary about this guy and his fight with cancer and it was really moving.

RIP.

JoeGil

Terrible news. RIP Jim.

Southern Hero

RIP legend

mikedragon32

RIP Jim.

He went to my school and his brother was in my class. He was a gent and very highly regarded.

Duckworth_Luas

RIP

baldbear

Rip. a decent man who helped alot of people with depression.

Sham Courtney

R.I.P. Jim. A great man, heard plenty of stories of him. A pure legend.

drumlover22

Jesus, R.I.P Jim. Great Aussie Footballer, sad to see him lose his battle

MickySticks

RIP

ColeTrain

Watched that documentary about his battle. Seemed a great guy.

R.I.P

Smartly Dressed

Absolute legend.

Bob the Seducer

One of the best known and most respected Aussie Rules players, gave it his all in his fight against cancer.

R.I.P. Jim

policarp

R.I.P. Jim. . .

mr.jingle

A true battler on and off the pitch, may he rest in peace

galwayrush

Very sad loss. His battle was a great inspiration for my wife. R.I.P.

JerryHandbag

So sad, RIP. People may remember his brother Brian who won an All Ireland with Dublin in 95

Joe10000

A brave man.

R.I.P.

The Snipe

RIP Jim, may your memory live on as inspiration for those who else may be plagued with their own aflictions.

glenkeeran

A ambassador to your country and a true giant, RIP and all our thoughts are with your family.....

Diabhal Beag

Watch his documentary even if you're not familiar with him. Inspiring stuff.

tayto lover

R.I.P. a true gentleman.

garbanzo

I heard an hour ago via a buddy in London who'd heard from a buddy in Melbourne. Just rang another buddy in Cleveland Ohio to break the news. We knew Jim from growing up in Rathfarnham as he lived fairly near to me. Also played football with him with Ballyboden St Endas as a kid. A thorough 24 carat gentleman. Desparate sad for his family. Terrible to see a guy go at a similar age to you. Time to go upstairs and hug the wife and kids and tell them I love them. Presume there'll be a service in the Church of the Holy Spirit in Ballyroan. Ar dheis lámh Dé a raibh a h-anam dhilis.

arybvtcw0eolkf

This will bring a tear to a glass eye..

R.I.P. young man.

Ken.

I thought i read somewhere recently that he was winning his battle with cancer. This came as a shock when i checked rte's website a while ago. R.I.P.

ceegee

One of Irelands sporting greats. Moved half way across the globe at 18 to take up a new sport, ended up winning a Brownlow (footballer of the year) as well as setting a record of 244 consecutive matches (having played through various injuries)

His dignity and bravery when dealing with illness were an inspiration, and he will be greatly missed both here and in his adopted homeland


RIP Jim

grenache

A great ambassador for Ireland down under, terrific athlete, and always came across as a very nice and down to earth guy. He seemed to have a very positive outlook on life, despite his ilness.

My sympathy to this family and friends.

RIP Jim.

BackScrub

Very sad news.

A great ambassador for Ireland. RIP Jim.

Meauldsegosha

I'm saddened to hear the news of Jim's passing. My thoughts are with his friends and family at this.

He was a fine example of a sportsman and gentleman.

RIP

copacetic

That's some really bad news, he fought hard and gave a lot of people hope.

R.I.P Jim.

mathepac

It only seems like yesterday that he was galloping around on the Dublin minor football team. RIP Jim, God's blessings on you and on your family. They seem to be organising a state funeral for him in Oz. A guy who made a huge positive impression on all he encountered.

AngryBollix

He always seemed like a decent bloke.I knew he'd been unwell but have only just heard of his death.

Sad news

Sundy

I never realised how big he was out here until I visited the MCG and they had a room named after him. Only about 10 others get that honour and they are all Australian.

laughter189

R.I.P Jim -You had some great games

Leejo

Frida Echoing Headphone wrote: »

This will bring a tear to a glass eye..

R.I.P. young man.

If anyone can find the documentary online will you stick it up here? It's not on RTE player unfortunately. Alternatively if RTE do show it over the next few days I'd advise anyone who hasn't seen it to give it a watch. Powerful stuff.

You get an idea of how highly regarded he was the world over when Lance Armstrong is tweeting about his death.

RIP

Auvers

I have been reading quite a bit about the man since i saw this thread on AH, as per the post on the front page

seemed a real gentleman, I must get him docu and take a look

cant believe he escaped my attention

happyoutscan

RIP.

LH Pathe

aw crap I remember the docu and thought he'd beat it

RIP Jim.. you'll be missed anyhow.

Jacksquat

RIP

Pride Fighter

RIP to a hero and a legend.

TheUsual

Ah that's very sad news.
Thought he was over it. Young family as well.

jimthemental

Amazing outpouring of grief over his passing here in Oz. Just speaks multitudes about his achievements and his character.

RIP

daveyboy_1ie

RIP

John 3:7

RIP Jim. Having lived in Melbourne recently, it is really is hard to describe the esteem in which this guy was held among all ozzies, but especially in Melbourne. The whole of Melbourne would have gladly followed this man into battle, and I think in a way they did. RIP Jimmy Stynes. Legend.

kfallon

An absolute legend! RIP

Gun_Slinger

The documentary is on youtube now

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9eEaQGkzq4