Aussie's father dies in accident

[Sir Why You Little 35,318]

This is such sad news to hear. i have actually dropped a few tears, and i never met the man.

But that photo of Jimmy and Matthew celebrating our win from 2 years ago should become an icon of the club. It says it all.

If anybody has a copy of it i hope the upload it at some stage

R.I.P. Matthew Wonaeamirri...

[BangkokDemon 96]

this is such a sad day.

My thoughts are with Austin and his family.

Be strong Austin, we are all right behind you.

BTW does anybody know if there are plans to set up a condolences page on the MFC website

[Steamin Demon 370]

[Deestroy All 14,262]

Was big Jim stealing his wallet?^

Really sad to hear this, condolences to all that knew him, looked like a ripping fella.

[Redleg 38,432]

Sad news Aussie and my thoughts are with you.

I lost my mother on Saturday after a 12 mth battle with cancer and I can only add my sympathies understanding the pain.

Lost my mother to the same horrible disease. Sincere condolences to you and your family and to Aussie and his family.

[Je Roos Salem 661]

Very sad news, tragic way to die. I hope your ok Aussie and the Wonaeamirri family.

I'll never forget those scenes of Matthew with Jim Stynes in 2008 in our one point win against Brisbane

[Straight Sets Simon 23,113]

Devastating news, condolences to Aussie and his family.

[13thflag 0]

Just arrived home and heard the sad passing of Aussie's father, our hearts go out to Aussie and his family at this time.

R.I.P Mr Wonaeamirri.

[Summer Blease 0]

Such a tragedy. I could only imagine the pain of an unexpected passing of a loved one.

My heart goes out to Austin and his family.

Demon Hill; I am very sorry to hear of your loss also. My condolences to you and your family.

[Sir Why You Little 35,318]

Thanks for putting this up SD. I hope this photograph is never forgotten. To me it has always represented the "New Demons" Now i hope it takes on an even bigger meaning.

Next season we must all remember to help Aussie when he is on the ground. He will be playing for his Dad.

[Whispering_Jack 28,118]

It's a terribly sad day for Aussie, his family, the Tiwi community and the club.

Sincere condolences to Aussie and his family on their loss.

The picture of Mr. Wonaeamirri and Jimmy Stynes hugging after that win against Brisbane will always live in the memory.

[1858 265]

The picture of Mr. Wonaeamirri and Jimmy Stynes hugging after that win against Brisbane will always live in the memory.

Genuinely one of my all time favourite footballing moments (now memory).

Condolences to the Wonaeamirri family and the Tiwi community.

[Guest Rojik of the Arctic]

I just don't know what to say. It's just such a terrible thing to happen to good people. Condolences Aussie.

[The Big Ticket 94]

Speechless. What a horrible day.

Take as much time as you need Aussie.

[Demon Tragic 0]

At times, like this, footy can seem like it's just a game. My heart goes out to Aussie, I hope he remembers all the good times he has had with his dad, over as many turtles as he can handle!

When he comes back, let's make sure Aussie knows he has another family here, who are willing to support him all the way. Because at times like these, footy can be more than a game. It can provide a support network, that whilst it cannot replace what has been lost, can provide the impetous to move forward in the next chapter of your life with love, support, courage and conviction.

The Melbourne Football Club is a family Aussie, and we'll be here to help you all the way through this and forward.

Remember the good times mate, there's one moment in particular that sits in all Melbourne supporter's minds and hearts. It's etched in MFC history and your father's legacy will forever live on through you.

[Hobbits's 17]

sad news alright.

RIP M.Wonaeamirri. condolences to aussie, family and friends.

[beelzebub 22,703]

My condolences to Aussie and family on this sad occasion.

[H_T 2,941]

Tragic loss. Sincere condolences to Aussie and his family.

[Grandson of a gun 276]

A tragic loss not only for Aussie and his family, but as it appears, for the local community too.

My thoughts go out to all who are affected, especially little Aussie.

It is just another sad reminder that life is short and you never know when it will all be taken away from you.

We may have lost 600 games of playing experience but there is one great big stark life experience for everyone at MFC to make the most of everything you do whilst you can still do it........... (and then look at the president and work even harder)!!!

[DeeVoted 582]

I was shocked to hear the bad news

Terrible tragedy. my thoughts also go to Aussie, family and friends.

I never meet him, but seemed like a ' larger than life ' personality

His memory will last forever. (and my memory of the man)

Ps: My sympathy also to Demon Hill.

May they both rest in peace.