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[dw1]

I'm sorry to hear such terrible news. Heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to both families.

[MikeF]

I found this updated new story, makes it even sadder to be honest

Updated New Story

Mike

[Joe-Turbo]

dont know if you saw this bit, have to click "story continues" Jan Brunton, chair of the school governors, said Ms Quinn and Mr Newark had been good friends and he had taken her to look at cars after she had recently passed her driving test. She said: "Everybody in the school community is devastated. "They were very popular at the school and Gareth was always busy and always doing something. "He had just finished a Masters degree and was working on a PhD. "Gareth and Laura were friends, and he'd offered to take her to look at a car because she was so excited at just passing her test. "They were dedicated staff who will be greatly missed." Mr Newark, of The Pastures in Coulby Newham, was taken to the Friarage Hospital in Northallerton after the crash, but died later from his injuries. Ms Quinn, of Rushmere, Marton, was pronounced dead at the scene. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said the fibreglass vehicle "disintegrated" when it hit the trees. Inquests into the deaths have been opened and adjourned. A funeral service for Mr Newark will be held this week with his wife Meg asking that donations in lieu of flowers be made to the Great North Air Ambulance. Mr Newark had been a teacher of Year 6 pupils and had only recently returned from an adventure trip away with the school. He had worked at the school for four years. Ms Quinn was a teaching assistant in the school's nursery. Mrs Brunton added: "The local authority has a pupil support division, which will be helping at the school on Monday when the children return. "They will be there to speak with any pupils, staff or parents that may want to talk."

[rabidh]

I only saw this today. Its must be really awful for all involved. It really got to me reading through all the posts and seeing the huge amount of goodwill on this site and others though I'm sure there's nothing I can say to help except to join everyone else here in saying i really feel for all those affected and wish them the best of luck.

[ineedtheturbo]

TBH I have been avoiding this thread as I dont really know what to say I do feel that I should show my support and my thoughts have been with all those involved. Sam. Also, Its great that not only the donations are coming thick and fast but also the fact that it is something Gareth was activly supporting. If you havent already donated something, do it now.

Edited by ineedtheturbo, 12 April 2007 - 01:26 AM.

[PIYKE]

I lost my daughter 10 years ago in a road accident. I know what their family and friends must be going though. Very sad news our thoughts are with their families and friends. Dave

[Iwantone]

As a fellow teacher and VXer I just want to add my heart felt sympathy to all those touched by this tragedy. Very sad Keep the donations coming.. Scotty

[CocoPops]

Updated news post, with mention of VX220 club.

http://www.gazetteli...-name_page.html

Thanks again for all your donations.

[lozcs]

Read this a couple of days ago and been thinking a lot about it... Gareth was around the same age as me when I got my VX, I know how he felt when he talked about his love of the car. I guess we all feel like we've lost a friend. So sad... Love to both families and the pupils of the school. Well done everyone for the kind words and to those who donated - I hope it brings some comfot to those suffering now. Drive safe. Lawrence......

[vx220na]

I too have read and re-read the posts here over the past few days and was not going to post as I could not find any words that have not been said already. But the support and messages from the vx220 family are really truly moving. My love goes to their families and friends. A very sad loss. God bless. Lee

[CupidKnewRap]

Just spotted this Don't really know what to say, it's very sad. my thoughts go out to the families.

[johnboy_78]

RIP Gareth & Luara Very, very sad news. My thoughts go out to their families and friends.

[Turbo Head]

Not been on here for a long time so sorry to here this sad news. I'm sure all the kind words posted on this forum and others will be of support to the family. God speed RIP.

[B5M_VX]

I'm lost for words, I've just had this pointed out to me and don't know what I can say. I'm sure I spoke to Gareth when he had just got the car, Its so tragic that he should be taken from us in such a way. RIP Gareth and Laura