The young man still missing in the Oldham Reservoir is from our home town Winsford

[oakiecokie]

His body has been recovered, but it's not in the news

Really ?? Well without wanting to sound morbid thats a blessing in disguise for his family and friends.Thanks for the update dd.

 

[blue b4 the moon]

Was he a competent boarder?

Is it normal to go out 2 up on a paddle board especially on what is likely to be difficult cold current water?

Seems from posts above this is now sadly a RIP thread.

 

[hammocity]

We`ve just heard some sad news about the young man Simon Daniels who is still missing, is from our home town of Winsford. They are slightly related to my wifes side of the family.
We know his Dad and Mum very well and Chris (his Dad) is a massive City fan.
Chris has put a message on Facebook saying "we want our son back out of the water so we can give him a hug". Fuck me that brought a lump to my throat I can tell you and as I`ve said to Chris and Jayne I`ve no idea as to how they are coping.
Apparently the police divers cant find Simon at the moment as its more than 30 metres deep in parts,
So fucking horribly sad.

Very sad Oakie, the conditions on the day were horrendous, I only live about 5 miles away from where the incident happened, it was so windy on the day (heavy rain earlier) it would obviously have been dangerous. Condolences to the family, very sad indeed.

 

[oakiecokie]

Very sad Oakie, the conditions on the day were horrendous, I only live about 5 miles away from where the incident happened, it was so windy on the day (heavy rain earlier) it would obviously have been dangerous. Condolences to the family, very sad indeed.

Thanks hammo. Not heard anything again from the family but it appears that they have recovered the body.
I`ve no idea as to how proficient he was at boarding, but if you look at the build of him he seems strong enough, but who knows what the death was caused by.
As you say, it was a horrible day and that could have been the main factor.
His partner who was saved probably has the answers, but again was it a tragic accident or were there underlying medical problems ?
Either way its so sad that a young man lost his life.

 

[bumbleblue]

His body has been recovered, but it's not in the news

Oh no how very very sad. Heartfelt condolences to all involved.

 

[hammocity]

Thanks hammo. Not heard anything again from the family but it appears that they have recovered the body.
I`ve no idea as to how proficient he was at boarding, but if you look at the build of him he seems strong enough, but who knows what the death was caused by.
As you say, it was a horrible day and that could have been the main factor.
His partner who was saved probably has the answers, but again was it a tragic accident or were there underlying medical problems ?
Either way its so sad that a young man lost his life.

RIP to the young fella, very sad.

 

[oakiecokie]

His body has been recovered, but it's not in the news

Hi dickie sorry mate but thats NOT true his body has still NOT been recovered I`m sad to say.

 

[Blue Maverick]

Thanks hammo. Not heard anything again from the family but it appears that they have recovered the body.
I`ve no idea as to how proficient he was at boarding, but if you look at the build of him he seems strong enough, but who knows what the death was caused by.
As you say, it was a horrible day and that could have been the main factor.
His partner who was saved probably has the answers, but again was it a tragic accident or were there underlying medical problems ?
Either way its so sad that a young man lost his life.

The sad/good thing is his partner was saved by equipment put in place due to another drowning there a few years ago, raised by that victims family.

 

[oakiecokie]

The sad/good thing is his partner was saved by equipment put in place due to another drowning there a few years ago, raised by that victims family.

Thats so nice to hear and it must have been difficult for that family.
I`ve just spoken to Chris (his Dad) and he says its killing the family not being able to find him at the moment.
Thanks for sharing that BM.

 

[LangleyBlue1970]

Sad to hear. My daughter told me about this. The weather on that day was ridiculously bad.

 

[dickie davies]

Hi dickie sorry mate but thats NOT true his body has still NOT been recovered I`m sad to say.

I asked my girls where they got the news from and they've said it was posted by his friends on Facebook

 

[oakiecokie]

I asked my girls where they got the news from and they've said it was posted by his friends on Facebook

I`ve just spoken to his Dad and no nothing yet dd, unfortunately.

 

[Blue Maverick]

Thats so nice to hear and it must have been difficult for that family.
I`ve just spoken to Chris (his Dad) and he says its killing the family not being able to find him at the moment.
Thanks for sharing that BM.

I hope they find him, it may take time but it been a reservoir I’m sure they will, so sad pal such a young fit looking lad as well.

 

[oakiecokie]

I hope they find him, it may take time but it been a reservoir I’m sure they will, so sad pal such a young fit looking lad as well.

Yes its a difficult time for the family, as expected, but even worse that they havn`t recovered his body yet.
Thanks for the post BM and I know his Dad (big City fan as well) would be grateful for these well wishes.
Cheers,
Oakie

 

[Scottyboi]

Yes its a difficult time for the family, as expected, but even worse that they havn`t recovered his body yet.
Thanks for the post BM and I know his Dad (big City fan as well) would be grateful for these well wishes.
Cheers,
Oakie

Posting With family’s permission.
We felt closer to our boy being at the water with him. The longest most horrific wait today with anger and anxiety and helplessness for Simon’s family.
For those that haven’t seen, Simon’s dad has now shared it publicly that Simon is now out of the water. We sat in silence in the darkness as the boat calmly brought our mate back to land. It felt right to be there as he would do it for us.
Aaron we are all so proud of you.—
To all Simon’s family we are all sending you strength and love and we are all so sorry. I wish this was a nightmare and we could all just wake up and see our hero. A true loyal friend and the world will be dark without you. Sleep tight ranga Simon.

 

[oakiecokie]

Posting With family’s permission.
We felt closer to our boy being at the water with him. The longest most horrific wait today with anger and anxiety and helplessness for Simon’s family.
For those that haven’t seen, Simon’s dad has now shared it publicly that Simon is now out of the water. We sat in silence in the darkness as the boat calmly brought our mate back to land. It felt right to be there as he would do it for us.
Aaron we are all so proud of you.—
To all Simon’s family we are all sending you strength and love and we are all so sorry. I wish this was a nightmare and we could all just wake up and see our hero. A true loyal friend and the world will be dark without you. Sleep tight ranga Simon.

Scotty many thanks mate and yes finally Chris,Jayne and the Family can now start to grieve properly.
RIP Simon.