Category Archives: Appreciation

Tony Milton

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Barry Bonner Sad news, Tony Milton passed away recently. Excellent SA1, good boom op, and never a cross word even though his crew for some time was me, Laurie Taylor, and Chris Maurice! Lots of fun! Tony on the boom … Continue reading →

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Stan Appel

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Peter Neill For those who haven’t yet seen the news, Stan died yesterday morning ( 15/5/2023 ) Pat Heigham Really sad to hear about Stan. While I was never on his crew, he did ask me to shoot some colour … Continue reading →

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Steve Blatchford

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Robin Sutherland I first encountered Steve at TC in the 60s and was pleased to renew his acquaintance later when he transferred to OBs where he thoroughly enjoyed the rest of his BBC days. He was an excellent cameraman and … Continue reading →

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Pete Hales

Posted on January 20, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Dave Newbitt Thank you Dave M for getting the Telobians message on to our forum – it seems we would otherwise not have heard of Pete Hales passing. With the seemingly ever increasing losses of former colleagues, we often read … Continue reading →

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Goodbye Bernie

Posted on August 20, 2023 by Alec Bray

Pauline Langfield It is with great sadness that I share with you that Bernie died [on the 17th August 2023]. He had been ill for some time, but was able to spend his last few months at home where he wanted … Continue reading →

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Remembering Those who have left us

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Alec Bray

Martin Eccles Barry Bonner Some very sad news I’m afraid. Martin Eccles Sound Supervisor died at home a few days ago [message posted 03 August 2022]. More details later but as he had no descendants it may be some time … Continue reading →

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