Melbourne and the Football World mourn Jimmy Stynes

[Matt Demon 1,407]

Somebody needs to get that on YouTube. Unbelievable!

[mdemonski2 403]

Beautifully said Garry. Tears shed in our household with that wonderful tribute to Jim. Thanks Garry.

[wattsup 470]

that picture of them holding hands is some moving stuff

[stuie 7,374]

Looks like Gaz is taking the rest of the show off too. Gutsy man, gutsy eulogy.

[Pates 9,624]

I have never been so proud of Gary, he spoke so well and straight from the heart.

On your note Lace Out, I thought about how You'll Never Walk Alone gets such a powerful feeling from the Kop at Anfield but I just don't think it would work in our case. However there is another bit of inspiration from Liverpool that I thought could work with us.

Obviously their moto on the shield, "you'll never walk alone" comes from the connection to the song, and there has been a lot of talk about Jimmy's moto of "Whatever it takes" and how we should use it. I suggest that we add it to our logo/shield, I'd say where EST 1858 and move that somewhere else.

I remember Jimmy talking about the logo and about how everything on it is a part of the Melbourne Football Club history. Jimmy is a massive part of us, he had a profound influence on the way the game was played, his story is legend across the entire competition, and he saved out club in its darkest hour. And that simply scrapes the surface of his accomplishments.

Add his story to our shield that has something to say with every part of it.

EDIT: I've tried a version of it, but my graphic design skills have definitely deteriorated! But it gives an idea of what I picture.

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/804/melbournenewemblemedit1.jpg/

Edited March 22, 2012 by Pates

[dees189227 12,027]

I don't think it's seriously going to hit me that Jim is no longer with us until round 1 then round 4. I always used to look over and check to see if Jim was sitting in the area he sat at, at the G then if he was there I thought he was ok and relieved to see him. After games when I left I would normally walk past him. Now when I look he will be absent.

I always hated listening to the news on the radio just in case he had passed but weirdly enough when I heard on SEN i wasnt surprised. I went to work thought about Jim and came home and watched sunrise that I taped that morning. The stupid thing is I knew Jim had passed, I had watched all the news networks and it wasnt until I was watching sunrise later that night and Kochie turned to Mel and said I have some sad news JIm Stynes has passed away and Mel just gasped put her hands over her mouth and said oh no. It hit me more then because I actually saw someone react to it. Stupid story I know but thats how it affected me.

Im still trying to get through yesterdays and todays papers. Its just amazing how much he had an impact on everyones lives. I met him heaps of times and he was just awesome. Words will never be enough for what he did to our club.

Then watching The Footy Show tonight and seeing Garry do what he did. He was just amazing and I have no idea how he managed to get through that. When he mentioned the photo I was expecting a photo of the two of them and i thought gosh Jim wouldnt look to good but when I saw the hands together I just teared up. What a beautiful photo that was. Well done Garry you spoke brilliantly.

[bing181 8,898]

That was amazing from Garry on TFS. Absolutly heartfelt and honest. Please, please find yourself a copy and watch it. Wonderful tribute.

Gutsy from Lyon - honest, deeply personal and moving. That he looks up to Jimmy as the man he'd like to be, while still delivering that eulogy, shows just what a figure Jimmy was and how he touched people.

The AFL and football(ers) get a pretty rough trot at times, as do the supporters, but the response to Jimmy's passing has been remarkable.

[hardtack 10,400]

Paul "Fatty" Vautin just gave a very brief tribute to Jim on the NRL Footy Show here in Sydney. He mentioned he had been a guest of the MFC at a luncheon and Jim was the perfect gentleman and looked after him very well. A very respectful audience and panel, all applauded. A nice touch for what is usually a very parochial NRL show.

[Maybe next year 170]

Stupid rugby footy show taking forever to finish. I want to see Garry and hear the tribute. Whilst I am at it, I sure hope Fox Footy televise the funeral. I am taking the day off to hear it. Can anyone tell me who to contact? Is SEN playing it live?

[Suzanna 72]

It was a very well delivered, and very considered piece. Gary should be proud of his words.

[H_T 3,032]

It was Jim's mantra; not a bad suggestion. The "est 1858" is still important.

[Pates 9,624]

It was Jim's mantra; not a bad suggestion. The "est 1858" is still important.

Absolutely, I wouldn't want to give that away but I reckon his mantra could have a place on our emblem.

[Satan 2,856]

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/special-reports/garry-lyon-fights-back-tears-in-tribute-to-jim-stynes/story-fn9nljzx-1226307704592

[Demon SeaMan 108]

Lace out-- Anthems and comaraderie Is what we need. I'm a big reds fan and to see liverpoolfc supporters get together live makes you feel part of something very important especially at times like these. A true tribute would be for 5000+ supporters to meet before the game next week and walk to G singing You'll never Walk Alone or something to unite us all ... Always felt this but even moreso in times of mourning or adversity which Melbfc have experienced a lot of in recent times.. TIME TO UNITE

[Sir Why You Little 36,587]

Garry Lyon....You absolute Legend....How beautiful is that...

http://www.triplem.com.au/melbourne/sport/afl/news/blog/garry-lyons-jim-stynes-eulogy/20120322-fxk1.html

Look at the photo.....

[Demon SeaMan 108]

In dublins fair city, where footy is witty

Lived a man once known as Jimbo Stynes

When we 1st saw him play

We looked in dismay

We couldn't understand what Northey had done

At VFL Park

That god forsaken mark

It Lit a spark in ol Irish green veins

We'll never forget the daYs

of 264 games played

And that unlikely duet of grind

Twas of Strawbs & Stynes

RIP

[DeeGee 170]

Beautifully said Garry. Tears shed in our household with that wonderful tribute to Jim. Thanks Garry.

Agreed. I would challenge any Dees supporter (and many in the general population) to watch that and not tear up.

[Flemo56 396]

Thanks for the link satan.

Gazza really does say it all, awesome, thanks Gazza, I now feel better with a release of emotions, (as if we need the extra moisture here in Qld).

Channel 9 doing the service live, can't imagine how big it's going to be, I think Jimmy will stop the nation on Tuesday.

[nutbean 8,838]

Just when you think you have the whole tears thing under control.......

What a magnificent tribute by Garry.

[Daz's Dee's 113]

Just watched the footy show wow Garry really loved jimmy and that speach was as truly heart felt one could write well done Garry. I feel sometimes someone as inspirational as jimmy taken to early has the potential to change many lives for the better I for one have been feeling pretty sorry for myself of late due to work (or lack of it) and other pretty insignificant things. Well that stops today life is to short and I'm going to start living again!!

[Deeoldfart 7,992]

Many thanks for the link. Incredibly moving. Brilliant work Garry!

Edited March 22, 2012 by Deeoldfart

[mauriesy 7,153]

[Biffen 12,805]

Dear Jim ,

Well done on a brief but inspirational life .

Hope you and Sean are taking it easy up there .

You were all quality .

The world is a better place because of you .

Slancha.

[Robbie57 2,001]

One man takes us on a journey and we see the world a different way.

After watching Gary what struck me is that Jim is living on in him and no doubt the countess others he has touched.

Gary did himself, our club and most imporatantly Jimmy proud last night.

This has taken a long time to type as I wipe away the tears of loss, joy, sadness and pride.

[Striker475 696]

I have my Reach #11 jumper. Will be wearing it with pride soon.