Jim Stynes to step down as Melbourne president at tonight's AGM...

[Straight Sets Simon 23,113]

All the best Jimmy and thank you.

[Deestroy All 14,266]

Thank you, Jim.

[mfcrox 143]

None of us would have blamed Jim if he stepped down as soon as he was diagnosed, however, he soldiered on and never gave up on us and rebuilt this club when it was at it's knees.

The Melbourne Football Club, and all of it's supporters are FOREVER indebted to him, and long after he passes (in hopefully many decades time), he will be remembered as the most influential person in the history of this club. He has done more for this club, than anyone ever has... and all the while, he has been battling his own problems.

Words can't really describe this person... he is simply phenomenal. That's all I can really say. Thanks and keep fighting mate!

Edited February 1, 2012 by mfcrox

[savoydee 6]

Jimma- you are a legend.Both on and off the field. When we win the next premiership -you should be the first to handle the cup or present it to our captain and coach.We owe that to you.You are the savior to our MFC.

Best wishes to your health recovery..

Edited February 1, 2012 by savoydee

[savoydee 6]

None of us would have blamed Jim if he stepped down as soon as he was diagnosed, however, he soldiered on and never gave up on us and rebuilt this club when it was at it's knees.

The Melbourne Football Club, and all of it's supporters are FOREVER indebted to him, and long after he passes (in hopefully many decades time), he will be remembered as the most influential person in the history of this club. He has done more for this club, than anyone ever has... and all the while, he has been battling his own problems.

Words can't really describe this person... he is simply phenomenal. That's all I can really say. Thanks and keep fighting mate!

Well stated.

[BangkokDemon 96]

Thank you Jim.

[Guest Jackie]

As far as I am concerned he is still the man. Perhaps not in title but definetly in spirit.

Edited February 1, 2012 by Jackie

[McQueen 17,865]

Epic bloke.

Thanks and all the best big fella.

This club can only do one thing to repay your efforts. I truly hope you're still with us to witness it.

Carn Dee's!

[iv'a worn smith 1,979]

Slainte Jimma,

May the road rise up to meet your feet;

May the wind be always gentle at your back

and the sun shine warm upon your face.

May the welcome rains fall softly upon your fields

And, until we meet again,

may God hold you in the palm of his hand.

[Redleg 40,979]

All the best Jimmy and thank you.

Agree.

[Jordie_tackles 354]

Every Heart beats true, Jim,

Thanks again and again

[Lord Travis 10,743]

Thanks for everything Jimmy. You're a legend to us all and a great human being. Time to focus on yourself now.

[Sir Why You Little 37,053]

Thankyou Jimmy, You step down with your head held High, and Dignity shining.

For all you have done i and others shall be eternally grateful. The MFC will get stronger because of you. The vision & energy you rejuvenated along with a board who agreed to get dirty and help.

You are the Number one Demon going forward Jimmy who will inspire this club to both greatness and dominance again. 13.14.15.16......

Rest up Big Fella & enjoy each day. We will all look forward to seeing you in the Cheer Squad again.

The MFC is one hell of a big family...which you will always be so much a part of...The Melbourne Demons Love you Jim Stynes.

Thanks....M.

[1 red eye 1 blue eye 771]

A job very,very,very well done Jim.

Now..........please mate, just get well.

[Macca 17,013]

Thank you Jimmy , you serve as an inspiration to all of us . You're a wonderful man and have done so much for our Club .

I hope so much that you can beat this illness . Enjoy your time with your family now and keep fighting .

Macca

[Demonsterative 3,020]

No words can thank you enough! Your a legend in every way.

[Striker475 696]

President forever, even if it's just an honourary position.

Jim, you're a star. And you saved our club. Anything more is purely words, and words don't help - the ability to relax and move away from the club, to be with your kids and Sam and to fight this thing are far, far more important than some football club (despite what many of us think!)

Get better mate. And I'm sure if you do the board will welcome you back with open arms if you so desire.

[Nasher 33,616]

Could see this coming from a long way off, but still lived in hope that it wouldn't all the same. Thanks Jim - your debt demolition effort will go down as one of the most important events in the history of the club, and nobody else could've pulled it off. You've united a fractured club. You did all this while your health hit the rocks completely. One of my earliest favourite players as a young kid in the late 80s, early 90s, turned in to a President whom we'll never see the likes of again (IMO).

Not afraid to admit I have a tear in my eye. Please get well.

[Grandson of a gun 276]

Your ability to show strength in times of immense personal adversity is a life lesson for everyone who loves Melbourne.

You epitomise every aspect of the word hero and it is not a word of a lie when it is said that you saved this club.

Your ability to re-unite and direct everyone's focus in the same direction is immense.

We all love you Jimma.

Keep fighting.

[Demonsterative 3,020]

Im even more hopeful knowing our Jim is under going another op. It means two things

Buying more time

Or

There maybe hope for a full recovery with the new meds.

I hope like hell its the former!!

[Wadda We Sing 10,685]

What everyone else said, good luck Jim and thank you.

[angrydee 842]

As above

[Sir Why You Little 37,053]

All of us on here have different ideas, and at times it can get heated and sometimes quite nasty. But we are ALL UNITED when the words Jim Stynes are spoken. I have shed tears today. But Jim you are still here and may that continue. This club must become stronger with you as the inspiration & accept nothing less.

GO DEE'S 2012. September bound.

[Dappa Dan 2,188]

Headline should read "Could he have done any more?"

[Pennant St Dee 13,242]

All of us on here have different ideas, and at times it can get heated and sometimes quite nasty. But we are ALL UNITED when the words Jim Stynes are spoken. I have shed tears today. But Jim you are still here and may that continue. This club must become stronger with you as the inspiration & accept nothing less.

GO DEE'S 2012. September bound.

He continues to unite us all!