RIP Simon Smith

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RIP SIMON SMITH

I was saddened tonight to learn that the yachtsman accidentally killed during the Coastal Classic was Simon Smith, one of the finest men I have had the pleasure to meet via the classic boating movement. From the first meeting – Simon a true blue yachtie, made me a launch owner, very welcome, we continued to converse regularly and he wore his WW cap well.

I’m sure there are many woodys readers that have rubbed up against Simon and will band together to offer condenses to Simon’s wife and family.

Why is it always the good buggers that we lose way too soon 😦

Condolences also to Simon’s twin brother – David , another good man who I had the pleasure of spending time with in Hobart at the 2023 Australian Wooden Boat Festival.

A note- when my dog of 16 years died Simon wrote me a wonderful, touching letter, as only someone that shared the friendship of a four legged pal would do – he was lots of things but first and foremost he was a gentleman.

7 thoughts on “RIP Simon Smith”

  1. Thanks Alan for your kind words about my brother Simon. As you know he was a huge wooden boat buff and I would often ring him from Aus. chasing details of some vessel or another. He normally knew the answer…perhaps he was getting his info from WW!!!
    Thankyou for describing him as a gentleman, a lovely accolade for a great bloke.

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  2. Unbelievable, I spoke to Simon the day before he left to go on the race down at the marina, he has the boat in front of mine.

    He was one of my old teachers and through the past couple of years seeing him down at the marina was great, he always had something good to say and was very inspirational.

    He will be sadly missed!

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  5. I have lost a friend, workmate and a fellow sailor Simon had a great sense of humour and was liked by everyone
    Our thoughts are with Sue and the family
    Allan Hooper

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  7. A huge loss. I would chat with Simon as he walked his dog past my house (always easy to spot in sailing jacket) or down at the boat yard. He was absolutely always positive and complimentary which is a rare breath of fresh air. When I would feel a bit down about the quality of my work, Simon would tell me that he holds Pacific as the gold standard of paint finishes which gave me a real lift.

    Simon, I was so looking forward to meeting you on the water in Jo-Marli this summer.

    Rest in peace.

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