Just a quick question... His dad, Brian. Is he still with us? I haven't seen him mentioned once, so I assume he's long since departed. I never got the news of this (I've been overseas a long time), but he'd occassionally popped into my head. I don't mean to sound morbid, but he'd be the biggest tragedy out of this... No parent should bury their child.

Just a quick question... His dad, Brian. Is he still with us? I haven't seen him mentioned once, so I assume he's long since departed. I never got the news of this (I've been overseas a long time), but he'd occassionally popped into my head. I don't mean to sound morbid, but he'd be the biggest tragedy out of this... No parent should bury their child.

Stynes, Snr is still alive. From the coverage I saw today, he seems pretty healthy.

Just a quick question... His dad, Brian. Is he still with us? I haven't seen him mentioned once, so I assume he's long since departed. I never got the news of this (I've been overseas a long time), but he'd occassionally popped into my head. I don't mean to sound morbid, but he'd be the biggest tragedy out of this... No parent should bury their child.

Was one of the pall bearers.

Saw that Garry Ablett Snr was there too.

I saw many past greats there....Flower, Peter Moore, Strawbs o'dwyer, Hopgood,Neita,Cuthbertson,Grinter..really made me feel like part of a big family.

Gotta tell you though..im still struggling with Jims death, didnt think it would affect me this much...The guy was a Warrior, a prophet, a hero...definately my inspiration to be a better man.

He has affected the whole psyche of Melbourne, Victoria.... the country.

Walked out of Transit bar, Shane Woewodin, Nathan Brown, Yze were out the front...

Good to see the old Boys sticking together.

Heart-wrenching.

Wish more than anything that I could have made it to Melbourne to see off my hero, but it wasn't to be. From what I have seen from the photos, it seemed like a fitting tribute to an amazing man. To Sam, Matisse, Tiernan and all of Jimmys family and friends, I hope that today helped cement in your minds what an amazing man you were blessed to know, and helped to put your minds at ease. Jimmy, you'll live a lot longer in all our memories. Love and miss ya already big guy, RIP

Was it just me or did the eulogy by the Reach lady drop the F-Bomb?

"A time to plant, a time to ...."

I replayed it and it still sounded like it

Hope I am wrong and will head off for a de-waxing

Maybe not, but Garry certainly did while relating the story of Jimmy and the magnetic white board at the International Rules game - fook... it's an Irish word for flaming (I think that was the explanation) - St Pauls hasn't heard such profanity inside its walls since I sang with the Trinity Grammar choir in the late '60's.

Edited March 27, 201213 yr by hardtack

Might I just add, to those who didn't like the introduction of the Blazers, please tell me you didn't think the boys all looked absolutely SENSATIONAL today.

just thought id post this from jeff farmer's facebook

find it hard to believe the big irishman is gone he fought rite to the end my heart goes out to the stynes family his wife n kids......to all my former teammates n the whole melbourne fc family we have truly lost a melbourne legend god bless u jimmy stynes gone but neva forgotten......

and then this.. ''i couldnt speak more highly about the great man he left a wonderful legacy for us all to remember him by''

the guy is all class this is why i still have a very soft spot for the wizard!

Might I just add, to those who didn't like the introduction of the Blazers, please tell me you didn't think the boys all looked absolutely SENSATIONAL today.

I think regardless of what anyone thought of blazers before today, the memory of today will be attached whenever we see them in the future.

The club could not have done a better job today.

Beautifully represented, both inside and outside the church. A united front, just like Jim envisioned when he first took the job of president. He must be very proud looking down today.

I really wanted to be there today but I have recorded it and will watch it when I have a chance in the next couple of days, I have a feeling my eyes won't stay dry.

From what I have seen it was beautifully presented by everyone. My deepest condolences to Sam, Matisse, and Tiernan, it's not right that he was taken from you too soon but I hope you know the Melbourne Football Club will be there for you through these tough times.

RIP Big Jim

Edited March 27, 201213 yr by Pates

Might I just add, to those who didn't like the introduction of the Blazers, please tell me you didn't think the boys all looked absolutely SENSATIONAL today.

The wife said it gives the group a real off-field look of unity. I couldn't agree more.

Brian spoke beautifully today . All who delivered a eulogy were wonderful in fact .

The picture of Sam with Tiernan outside the church was incredibly moving and reminded me of another poignant moment in time .

Echo 'Jaded's thoughts - our club did us proud .

Macca

What a beautiful service. Brian, Garry and Sam were all fantastic. Hearing the song at the end of the service got me. You'll be missed Jimmy.

Stynes, Snr is still alive. From the coverage I saw today, he seems pretty healthy.

Hooooly crap. That's devastating. That's really devastating.

I was there at fed square, so many passionate melbourne supporters there in force to pay respect to jim.

What a great man, he saved our club

YNWA Jimmy

Hooooly crap. That's devastating. That's really devastating.

He started losing it walking his son down the aisle towards the car and fair enough. Seeing him so upset made me feel terrible (((

I say good on him because he has raised a Saint amongst men and from Brian's speech seems all their heads are screwed on.

R.I.P Jim

Edited March 27, 201213 yr by Demon Land 7

Might I just add, to those who didn't like the introduction of the Blazers, please tell me you didn't think the boys all looked absolutely SENSATIONAL today.

It was kind of ironic that the last official club function that Jimmy attended included the Blazer presentations, and the first public use of the Blazers was at his funeral.

I recorded the funeral and watched it last night. Very moving, and very fitting.

Thanks to all who have commented. The united front is certainly on display and a legacy of a great man.

If his deeds can be emulated we will all be better people.

Was able to find vision of Garry, Sam and brother Brian's speeches. All spoke couragesly and their words were beautifully spoken. Fitting way to send off Jim.

Have already booked tickets to come down to Melbourne for round 4 and am looking forward to celebrating the life of a man who was too good for this earth.

You didnt lose the battle Jim......You won.