Jim Stynes Funeral - Live Feed from St Paul's

[Tricky 340]

For those who couldn't make it and have access, The Age has a live feed:

http://media.theage.com.au/sport/real-footy/jim-stynes-state-funeral-from-st-pauls-cathedral-3166592.html?from=newsbox

[Sir Why You Little 35,322]

What a beautiful speech from his brother Brian...

[SJX 6]

I just got back. I could only stay just under and hour. Very tough time, but beautiful speeches. RIP Jim.

[Maybe next year 167]

Took the day off to watch the funeral at home in Sydney. I hope salt water on a keyboard is ok as there was a lot of it flowing. A fitting and emotional tribute. Thank goodness for modern technology. RIP Jim.

[Bay Riffin 1,434]

I just got back. I could only stay just under and hour. Very tough time, but beautiful speeches. RIP Jim.

Yes just got back myself and I don't think they could have done it any better. Just then, at Fed square the 3 cheers went up as Jimmys number 37 and his coffin were brought outside. It was an amazing experience,

i thought it was great how they included plenty of personal touches with speeches from his brother Brian, Gaddy Lyon and even Sam got up and spoke as Jimmy asked her to.

Actually after a solemn, peaceful hour standing at Fed Square watching the big screen, the biggest cheer from Fed Square at the end came when Sam waved and blew kisses thanking everyone before hopping into her car.

It was a great send off for Jimmy.

[Swooper 251]

Yes a very emotional experience. It was a beautiful service. So much has been said and written but I loved how elemental it was - Brian talking of his love for his brother and the joy and happiness the boys got from simply playing together and sharing adventure. Garry there to add a light touch and make some fun of his old mate.

I was certainly moved by the turn out of Melbourne faithful. It makes me very proud to say we are a real club full of heart, soul and love for our common man. Onya Jimma. We love you.

[Sir Why You Little 35,322]

Which number should i place on the new Reach Jumper 37 or 11....??

After seeing the number 37 today does that number represent Jim or 11??

Mixed emotions...

[Grapeviney 9,063]

_{Garry's speech bought a smile to many faces but it was Brian's words that will stay with me. The poem that Sam read was beautiful too.}

[Maybe next year 167]

Just saw some photos and saw Cameron Bruce wearing a Melbourne tie (well at least red and blue). Great to see. I was debating whether this should go in this post as I am scared of the Bruce bashing. Mods, if you want to move it, I completely understand.

[Outside fifty 967]

A very touching service befitting of a wonderful man. Great to see the red and blue en-mass. Farewell Jim. R.I.P.

[Tricky 340]

_{Garry's speech bought a smile to many faces but it was Brian's words that will stay with me. The poem that Sam read was beautiful too.}

Agree, it's a lovely poem: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Do_not_stand_at_my_grave_and_weep

[Sir Why You Little 35,322]

Just saw some photos and saw Cameron Bruce wearing a Melbourne tie (well at least red and blue). Great to see. I was debating whether this should go in this post as I am scared of the Bruce bashing. Mods, if you want to move it, I completely understand.

Cam would have known Jim...friendships last forever.

[deeko 937]

Just saw some photos and saw Cameron Bruce wearing a Melbourne tie (well at least red and blue). Great to see. I was debating whether this should go in this post as I am scared of the Bruce bashing. Mods, if you want to move it, I completely understand.

I walked past Cameron on the way back to work, it was definitely a Melbourne tie. He was with Al Clarkson who was wearing his Hawthorn one. Good on you Brucey!!

[WhateverItTakes 17]

Does anybody know of a replay? I recorded it on Austar and the thing cut out at the exact end time, so I missed Jim leaving the church.

[3183 Dee 2,673]

Got back a little while ago now - took my 2 and a half year old boy, who loved seeing all the red and the blue. Just sat down to write this after having a whisky as Jim recommended!

It was a beautiful service - a real celebration, I felt. There was also a great feeling of camaraderie amongst the Demons faithful.

In his life, Jimmy gave so much to our football club and, in his passing, he may have galvanised the club even more than maybe he knew. We'll see - roll on Saturday.

[Bobby McKenzie 2,269]

Just saw some photos and saw Cameron Bruce wearing a Melbourne tie (well at least red and blue). Great to see. I was debating whether this should go in this post as I am scared of the Bruce bashing. Mods, if you want to move it, I completely understand.

Cam's a Demon at heart. He will be back at the club when he finishes at Hawkland. You don't play 220 plus games without getting red and blue blood. What a beautiful service for Jimmy. I watched it live on Ch 9 from Perth and it was so moving to see so many Demon supporters in club colours farewelling their hero. Also other non Demons there too. Would have liked a closer view of our Demons forming a guard of honour in their new blazers. One guy though and easily recognisable was Matthew Bate. Gee, his hair looked redder than ever! Farewell Jimmy, you will be always be remembered in so many different ways.

[Dr. Mubutu 697]

I walked past Cameron on the way back to work, it was definitely a Melbourne tie. He was with Al Clarkson who was wearing his Hawthorn one. Good on you Brucey!!

Nice touch Brucey.

Thanks also Tricky, for relaying this info to those of us outside Victoria.

Brian's eulogy was the most touching part, for mine.

RIP Jim.

[Robbie57 1,996]

Just saw the photo of Bruce. Class.

Watched on the web from Sydney, tears streaming down the face.

Jim lives on in all of those who spoke.

[Bobby McKenzie 2,269]

Just saw the photo of Bruce. Class.

Watched on the web from Sydney, tears streaming down the face.

Jim lives on in all of those who spoke.

Where did you see the photo Robbie?

[Demonator 93]

Was great to see the Wizard there as well - coming all the way from WA to farewell his old mate.

Farewell Jim...we'll miss you!

[Demonator 93]

Where did you see the photo Robbie?

There's quite a few photos on the age.com.au

[Guest Thomo]

Just saw the photo of Bruce. Class.

Agree, a nice touch.

I noticed James McDonald did not. (I'm not judging him, just thought it was interesting)

[Suzanna 72]

I saw Nathan Carroll there too. A bit sad, on his own, not with his old mates, but obviously still there to pay his respects. He was on 'our' side of the road - with the fans and not the invitees.

It was a good moving service, although I thought it was a shame that the hearse didn't do a lap of honour around the G afterwards!

[Robbie57 1,996]

Where did you see the photo Robbie?

http://www.theage.com.au/photogallery/afl/jim-stynes-funeral-20120327-1vvk9.html?selectedImage=0

The HUn had one of Sam Newman in a red and blue tie as well which was a nice touch on his part.

[stranga 328]

Im both Heartbroken and proud today. Its amazing how in hard times being part of a club can help pull you through. Cant underestimate how important the MFC is to myself and many people.

"Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there; I did not die".

I will always keep this line in my mind when i think of Jim.