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From: Geoffrey Wallbank
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Date: 31st January 2007 at 10:51
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I met Brian once in 2005 when he came to take pictures of an incident in hastings where i was with my dad. my dad was a fireman and attended the funeral but i was in school. to hear about his death just makes me sick. i am so sorry about this incident
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From: Paul Winch
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Date: 29th January 2007 at 13:35
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Brian, I shall miss your hand on my shoulder in the mornings, it lasted a second but made such a difference to my day.
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From: Paul,Caroline and family
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Date: 28th January 2007 at 17:26
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Geoff, where do we start? so much to say and still the words don't seem to come, 8 long weeks since you went away... and still its so hard to belive. All the joke texts and e-mails we want to pass on... all the times we have said "ohh we must ask/tell Geoff" m8 its kinda lonely without you! You would be so proud of your 3 girls they are a credit to you, cos although we have lost a Best m8, Bestman and Best godfather to James...they have lost so much more. We all miss you so very much, But rest assured you my friend will NEVER be forgotten! Sleep well....thinking of you
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From: jedd owen
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Date: 27th January 2007 at 09:01
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i am a big fan of the fire and rescue services for what they do and how they do it and i would just like to offer my symathy to the familys of these 2 truly wonderful men.
they died doing what they loved best and i feel so sorry for the way they died and how they died.
my thoghts are with them and god blessed them.
brian wembridge and geoff wicker are going to heaven to rest in peace.
well done you are two truly blessed firefighters.x x x x x x
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From: Good Ole boys
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Date: 26th January 2007 at 20:24
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Miss you Brian From your good ole boys (You Know)
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From: Cosalt:Ballyclare
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Date: 25th January 2007 at 18:32
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All our thoughts and deepest sympathy goes to the family, friends and work colleagues of Brian Wembridge and Geoff Wicker who tragically lost their lives in the incident at Marlie Farm.
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From: A23 Euston London Fire Brigade
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Date: 25th January 2007 at 08:18
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Thinking of you all at this sad time. Many don't realise what risks we put ourselves at just going to work.
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From: Newell Fisher
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Date: 22nd January 2007 at 18:02
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As a teacher at Tideway School, Newhaven I was deeply saddened to hear of the terrible events in Ringmer.
Our school was devastated by fire in 2005 and Brian filmed the fire for the Brigade. His pictures have appeared in the news since then and remain as a record of this appalling incident. Hopefully they will help to avoid other schools having to go through what we have since the fire.
At the time of the fire we were rehearsing the school play, which went ahead in spite of the fact that the Drama Department could not be saved. Local fire-fighters from Newhaven were invited to one of the performances and a collection was held for the Fire Services Benevolent Fund.
I am proud to say that we held another collection for the Memorial Fund after the fire at Ringmer and the generosity of our students, giving whatever money they had with them on the day, was very touching.
This is little comfort for any family after such an awful event, but please know that we are thinking of you.
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From: On behalf of Station 21
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Date: 19th January 2007 at 13:37
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Words cannot explain the way we all feel,
Questions unanswered, wounds left to heal,
Why how you left us, in the blink of on eye,
No time left for us to say our goodbye.
We all know the job Sub, and what it can ask,
None of us ever would shirk from the task.
Rest easy at peace friend, all will be right,
We'll watch over your loved ones, though you have passed from sight,
Though tears we shed now, we will and just might,
Become stronger, supportive and care,
Worries we'll voice up, discuss and share,
Be peaceful in passing, we miss you it's true,
But in times to come, when the job's there to do,
With a tear in our eye and strength in our heart,
We'll complete the tasks we've been sent to start,
Look upwards and pass a quite spoken prayer,
To our lost friend above us,
Guiding us with his care.
RIP Geoff - Thanks friend
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From: Phil Williams
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Date: 18th January 2007 at 20:26
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I pray that the families of Brian and Geoff will be comforted in their grief.
No greater love hath a man than to lay down his life for his fellow man.
retired Captain Los Angeles City Fire Dept.
from 1970's met many colleagues In British Fire Service while
visiting U.K. and hosted them in our home.
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From: Retained Ff Stn17
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Date: 16th January 2007 at 22:17
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Our thoughts are with you and your families. Geoff and Brian will never be forgotten. Their Bravery and Commitment will always be remembered.
God Bless You. Rest In Peace.
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From: Luke
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Date: 16th January 2007 at 17:00
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All our thoughts are with you at this sad time. God bless.
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From: Mark
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Date: 15th January 2007 at 11:07
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Deepest Sympathies to the families and coleagues of those involved.
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From: Richard Barnes
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Date: 12th January 2007 at 09:49
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My condolences to the family and fire crews. I know they must be enjoying their time in a better place and watching down over all us firefighters keeping us safe. RIP guys. London Fire Brigade
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From: K
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Date: 12th January 2007 at 09:40
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I was looking at the site, and felt I wanted to add a message to say our thoughts are still with the families and colleagues of these two men. My dad was a firefighter- you all do such a sterling job. Thank you xx
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From: cassandra swan
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Date: 9th January 2007 at 11:03
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best wishes at this difficult time, from the Youth Development Department, Bedfordshire and Luton Fire and Rescue Service. I was looking at the site, and wished to send a personal message of condolence. At times like this i have a new appreciation for the work of my colleagues here. I understand our Chief has sent an official messge from this Brigade. Regards. Cassandra Swan
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From: Peter Culley ex Bucks FRS
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Date: 8th January 2007 at 11:32
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I did not know the two men, but I feel the loss just like all firefighters do.I hope as the weeks go by the families gain strength from the support of those around them. Take care and be assured that the Fire Service will always be there in times of need.
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From: Chay
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Date: 8th January 2007 at 08:51
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Sorry for your loss
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From: Hawkins
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Date: 4th January 2007 at 16:40
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Our deepest sympathy goes to the family, friends and work colleagues of Brian Wembridge and Geoff Wicker who tragically lost their lives in the incident at Marlie Farm, Ringmer near Lewes, East Sussex.
The Officers and Staff at East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service have always been helpful when assisting us in our work at Hawkins. We are thinking of you during this sad time.
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From: Joe Upton
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Date: 3rd January 2007 at 18:54
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Brian and Geoff you were professionals to the end doing the job that you both enjoyed and loved i am sure that you will be soley missed not only by your family but by your friends and colleges that have come to know and love you
God bless rest in peace
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