Farewell - Ed Rodgers
11th February 2004
Our dear friend Ed Rodgers received a fine
farewell from a large gathering of Family and friends at St Johns Church,
Upper Beaconsfield, on Wednesday the 11th of February.
As the church was only 1 kilometer from Ed’s property, "Mungeribar", his
faithful horse "Precious" was plaited and ridden beautifully by Bianca
Barnes with the cortège.
They were joined by Ed’s partner Peter and
brother Rudi as well as four FEI riders in full turnout. Ed would have
loved the pathos of the scene, as they arrived at the church with mist
rolling through the tops of the mountain ash.
The service was beautifully supported by a
soprano of rare quality rousing emotions with operatic standards. Flowers
befitting Ed’s taste surrounded his casket as Lee Bray and Michael Bragge
recounted just some of Ed’s many personal and professional achievements.
Naturally humorous stories were in abundance as Ed was remembered first at
the service and later back at his beloved "Mungeribar". The wake didn’t
end there as other groups got together with fine wine and colourful
memories of an extraordinary man.
Words - Michael Bragge
Photos - Georgina Cattermole
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Editors
Note:
Ed Rodgers
was a 'larger than life personality in the Victorian Dressage world.
He was the long standing President of the Berwick & District Dressage Club
and an EFA Dressage Judge. Ed was a wonderful friend to many people
who shared his passion for the sport and will be missed greatly by them
all.
Ed was
known for his work with Nirvana Tours. Over the years he escorted
many trips to the top the international equestrian venues and events.
His guests raved about Ed's care and attention to detail and the company's
motto "not just a holiday - an experience", was the way people felt about
their trip with Ed.
We will all
miss the quick wit and willingness to help ... of course we will
treasure Ed's knowledge and caring. Victorian Dressage has
suffered a tragic loss.
Berni
Saunders.
Michael Bragge Media Release
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