The tragic death of Firefighter Ewan Williamson, 35, has been devastating for all who knew and worked with him, his family and his friends.
Since Ewan’s death was announced, messages of support and condolences have been coming in from across the UK and I thank everyone for their kind words and thoughts at this very difficult time.
Of course uppermost in my mind is Ewan’s family who will have to bear this tragedy in the days and months to come. As the family told me, Ewan’s death came as an horrific shock but even in their grief, the love and pride they had for him was clear to see.
I can pay no better tribute than to use their words to describe the kind of man Ewan was – wonderful, kind, outgoing, a great sportsman and loved by everyone.
Added by: Chief Fire Officer, Brian Allaway - Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Service on 13 July 2009.
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R.I.P. Ewan the fire and rescue service isn't the same without you. deepest sympathy with your family from all of Blue watch and all of the Young Firefighters at Merthyr Tydfil Fire Station South Wales Fire And Rescue Hey mate, just listened to my stone roses album and one song in particular sums it all up! And just for a moment a remembered all the good time shared...... Am proud of what you achieved and still continue to big fella youve shown us all what is possible....... Still miss you and will always remember you and that grin of course.... Amazing to hear what's going on in Edinburgh for you. Just look how many hearts you touched! You deserve it all. You're such a lovely soul who's in our thoughts and will never be forgotten. Our love to your family who lost a wonderful brother and son too early. I have been to Lothian may times over my career with N Ireland FRS. I have always enjoyed their kind hospitality. Happy Birthday Ewan Ewan Forever in our thoughts, today and everyday Acceptance still fails me mate, still long to see the glint in your eye and your back as you walk to the bar to get me a pint. You should be proud of your girls they are amazing and you should be proud of yourself as you are amazing my brother. I can only hope i was half the man to you as you were to me. Love you, always have always will. x Saw the Fire Engines out all over the place for Guy Fawkes Night, was awful realising over again that you aren't here anymore, but I still look out for you, I always will. Ewan. You were a fine nephew and friend. Words will never tell how much we miss you. An example to us all. Miss you Ewan, I cannot believe the news I received yesterday while discussing a school reunion, I really have lost touch. Ewan, Rest in Peace, Ewan. Ewan its almost 5 weeks since that awful night when you fought that fire with your collegues from green watch. The pain doe'snt get any easier, not only the pain we all feel at losing you but the torment of knowing that you, a healthy vivacious young man should be here living your life to the max as you did, craming in all those basketball and football games and bike rides which you loved so much, seeing your mates Tony, Vicky Caroline & Hendo, spending time with Becky & Jason, all of those things that I know you Loved doing, planning your summer holiday with Lynsey..the list is endless. We must all carrying around the pain of knowing we will never see your beautiful smiling face again, hear your voice or feel the security of knowing your there. You meant so much to so many people, life as we know it will quite simply never be the same again. Lots of Love Ewan & Love to Linda, Rachel, Becky, Scott, Jason Tony, Vicky, Sean Zoe, Caroline, Thinking of you from fire compliance Missing you so much x Forever in my heart and thoughts x So proud of you x love forever Vick x A fallen Brother. R.I.P Ewan. You died whilst doing what you do best! A true inspiration! Our thoughts are with Ewan's family and collegues at this very sad time.A tragic loss . RIP EWAN CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY AND ALL WHO KNEW "ONE OF THE BRAVEST" RIP Ewan, and deepest condolences to your family, friends and colleagues in this most difficult time. Rich, Avon Fire & Rescue Service. Will love you always and i will never forget the laughs we had together. Till we meet again deepest condolances to ewans family and friends. RIP A loss for the whole of lothian and borders fire service. Ewan - like many many more we cannot express in words the deep sense of loss and sorrow we feel, you were in our family for such a short time but it felt like forever. You were the perfect partner for Lynsey and we thank you so much for all the happy times you gave her. You will never be forgotten and will always be loved, your kindness & consideration to others should be an example to all, not to mention your dedication to the Fire Service. Till we meet again Ewan God bless. Deepest condolences to Ewans family friends and colleagues at this sad time. Heartfelt thanks and gratitude for the man that you were - and sincere regrets for the man that you might have been . SO SORRY TO HEAR THIS SHOCKING NEWS HEARTFELT CONDOLENSES FROM TOMMY FINNEY AND ALL AT PORT GLASGOW WHITE WATCH thinking of you at this sad time, it will be a sad loss On behalf of Soho fire fighters & Kentish Town Fire fighters and the London Fire Brigade.The bells go down, our sets are donned another brave brother enters the path to the unknown. No flame to fierce,no task to large, to serve the public Ewan brave and Valour. God bless you and your family.I wipe away my tears and salute you. Respect and honour to Ewan and family . Glen Blah Station Manager Kentish Town Fire Station, London fire Brigade. As an Edinburgh citizen, this tragedy has made me remember the dangers our firefighters (and the other emergency services) face in protecting us. Sincere condolences from an injury retired firefighter and his family. Ewans sacrifice touches all of us in the fire service community past and present. Our deepest sympathy go out to the family and friends of Ewan. A brave firefighter who gave his life to save others. Ewan, so very sad that you lost your life doing a job that we the public appreciate you are a hero for the city of edinburgh isabel What can i say "The Boatage"...you're a true hero! I am honoured to have been a friend and will always miss you. On behalf of all members of the Dorset Branch of the National Association of Retired Firefighters we send our deepest sympathy to the family of Ewan Williamson and also to all his colleagues who have to carry on without him. All our members have, some more than others, have survived the trials and tribulations involved in attending incidents to now enjoy their retirment. It is always very upsetting when we hear of someone who will not be able to join us. Rest in peace Ewan. What a brave and special man you were. My heartfelt condolences to Ewans familly. Ewan you died doing what you absolutely loved to do and your family should know that you died saving lives and I am proud of you and the UK has lost a fantastic firefighter and all firefighters in the UK are traumatised by your death You died doing what you loved..... may god be with you and your family at this very difficult time... god bless May your Family and Friends find the strength to carry on! Take Care out there everyone. XXX If Tears Could Build A Stairway May you rest in peace. I now realise how much I underestimated the job of a Firefighter. No words or medals I suppose can express the honour and gratitude we should have for this young man. As a retired firefighter I know what risks have to be taken and the sacrifice which we know is not far away. Ewan you made that final sacrifice. To a Firefighter's Firefighter. A Hero! Ewan you will be sadly missed, But never forgotten by Lynsey, Your Mum(Linda), Rachael and Rebecca. Also your colleagues at Lothian & Borders and other Fire & Rescue Service's throughout the world. Our condolences go to everyone at this sad time. A very respected gentleman who was taken from us in the line of duty. You will provide us with the strength to fight on. (Running in, while everybody else is running out!) It was an honour to have you as our brother within the Fire & Rescue Service. Sleep tight Ewan and rest in peace. X A true hero, who gave his life saving others. My sincere condolences to Ewan's family, friends and colleagues. My heartfelt condolensces for Ewan's family and colleagues at Tolcross Fire Station. God bless you all. My condolences to the family, partner, friends and brave colleagues of Firefighter Ewan Williamson. Men and Women like Ewan Williamson serve us well in this country and we should honour and thank them. RIP Firefighter Williamson. May peace come to those who knew and loved you. You are a hero and your family will be so proud. Firefighters are Britains unsung heros and they give everyday with out asking for back. Ewan made the ultimate sacrafice and every Scot is proud of that fact. Love and hugs to your family sleep tight xxx What a tragic loss and our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. It is sad to hear when tragedies like this occur, but when it is someone who you crossed paths with in life or a friend of friends then it is that bit harder. I was on a stag trip with Ewan 2 years ago and the team spirit of all the firefighters there was clear to see, so I am sure this will be a hard one to get through for colleagues and family/loved ones. Not one of you are taken for granted in a job of high stakes by the decent public. RIP Ewan A tragic loss for the Fire Service. Ewan showed the courage that all firefighters possess and he paid the ultimate price for his bravery. Thank you for doing such a wonderful job, its all the more tragic that you died rescuing others. I hope that the lives you saved will be of some comfort to your loved ones at this moment in time. Rest In Pease BROTHER. you died helping others , my thoughts go to your family and to all fire-fighters through out the world who risk there lives each day. Please allow me to extend condolences to the members of the Edinburgh Fire Brigade and to the family of Ewan Williamson. Tollcross fire station is our local fire station. On behalf of the National Association of Fire and Rescue Service Chaplains may I add my sincere condolences to the Family, Colleagues and Friends of Firefighter Ewan Williamson. My thoughts go out to Ewans friends family, his watch at tolcross and to the rest of Lothian and Borders fire and rescue service. I come from a fire service background, my dad served at rosyth with fife fire and rescue service, my grandad was in the auxiliary fire service and i'm waiting to start training with Lothian and borders so from myself, my dad and my late grandad I offer you all our deepest sympathy, we'll be thinking of you all at this time. Without the fire service we would be in a terrible position if we were involved in a house fire or a fire at our workplaces.This tragic event brngs home to us the dangers that our fire fighters face every day without seeking glory or praise.my condolences to his family and friends My thoughts and prayers go to Ewans family, workmates and friends. My family and I would like to offer our condolences to all his loved ones and colleagues. I think every firefighter in the country if not the world feels deeply affected by the death of one of thier own. Especially when it occurs at an incident. Ewan, you had a lovely smile and a compassionate face. Your family, friends and all who came in contact with you will have been proud to know you and in your short lifespan I'm sure you've made a difference to everyones lives. Rest In Peace. We send our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and collegues of this brave fire-fighter. Rest in Peace. Our thoughts are with Ewans family and friends at this very sad and difficult time. Ewan will be missed by many! My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Ewan. A brave firefighter who gave his life to save others RIP. My sincere condolances to the family and workmates of Ewan. God bless you all for the job you do. My sincere condolances to the family and workmates of Ewan. God bless you all for the job you do. My sincere condolances to the family and workmates of Ewan. God bless you all for the job you do. I would like to add my condolonces to the family, colleagues and friends of Ewan Williamson. lremember many years ago as a child watching the fire at Graftons in Argyle Street, and have great admiration for the courage of our firefighters ever since.The bravery they show each time they respond to a call is truly inspiring.. My thoughts and deepest condolences go out to Ewan's family, his friends, his Watch and his colleagues within Lothian & Borders Fire Service. Bless everyone who risks their life to save anothers. my thoughts are with the fire and rescue of tolcros and all other stations for the loss of ewan williamson and may god bless all of you and ewan williamson. Our deepest sympathy to all the family and colleagues of Ewan. This is such a tragic loss. I have just witnessed the cortege leave the Fire Station and was deeply moved by the professionalism of all those who were taking part in the ceremony. Please be assured of our prayers here in the Methodist Church at no.2 West Tollcross.x My father served with the Brigrade and if he was alive he would have attended the funeral as he did at the cheapside fire in Glasgow all those years ago. My deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of this brave man. My family's heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Ewan's Fiancee, family and friends, also all his crew mates within L&B. As a representative of retired firefighters living on the Costa Blanca in Spain, I send condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Ewan. I didnt know him but my thoughts are with Ewans family and all the boys and girls of Lothian & Borders Fire Service. We mustnt forget the difficult job all fire personnell do. All our hearts and thoughts are with Ewan's family, friends and colleagues at this very sad time.A tragic loss to all concerned and felt by us all in his wider Fire Service family. A true professional who selflessly gave his life protecting others whilst doing a job he loved. To Ewan, all his family, friends and colleagues... you are in our hearts and thoughts at this sad time! Our thoughts are with Ewan's family and collegues at this very sad time.A tragic loss . Deepest sympathy & condolences to Ewan's family, friends and fellow work colleagues at this very difficult time. My thoughts are with you all. Rest in peace Ewan. All our thoughts are with your family and those who loved and knew you. Deepest and sincere condolences to all of Ewan's family and friends in this tragic and awful time. Words can not help, but comfort may be taken knowing you are not alone. Deepest condolences to Ewan's family, friends and colleagues. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. The courage that Ewan and his fellow fire fighters have is tested on a daily basis, and the ultimate sacrfice that Ewan has paid is a tribute to you all. One of our fellow firefighters tragicly lost. Rest in peace brother. God bless and protect all the williamson family, give them strength at this sad time. Rest in peace brave Firefighter. I never knew you, but I know that Edinburgh is a sadder place without you. It is difficult to express appreciation for a loss of life. Our hearts are broken Ewan.Your courage and bravery inspires us all.rest in peace On behalf of the entire Colchester Hayward Volunteer Fire Company, please accept our deepest sympathy to the Williamson Family and all of his co-workers. We have been fortunate to forge a bond with several members of the Essex County Fire Rescue Service since they participated in our 150th anniversary in 2004. They have returned every year since and have joined us at Ground Zero services every Sept. 11. May he rest in peace! Deepest sympathy and condolences to Ewans family, mates and colleagues for your tragic loss. So very sad. Our thoughts are with everyone that new Ewan. heart felt sympathies for another brave firefighter and his family.condolences from all at bury fire station. On behalf of the Edinburgh Conservative Councillors on the Fire & Rescue Board, I can only hope that we never see another tragic accident befall our professional and brave Fire and Rescue Servicemen and women. With my deepest condolences to Firefighter Williamson’s family and colleagues. As a former member of the Lothian & Borders Fire Brigade it is with deep felt grief and sympathy for Ewan's family, my former family (my old brigade) and Ewan's colleagues that I convey my sadness on such a tragic loss. The thoughts and prayers of the fire community are with you. My thoughts are with you. My thoughts go to Ewan and his family at this really sad time. My deepsest condolonces go out to Ewan Williams family and friends at this devastating loss. to all ewan`s family, sorry for your loss,i am sure he died doing the job that means so much to all of us,REST IN PEACE BROTHER FIRE FIGHTER. Our thoughts are with you and your family My thoughts and condolences are with Ewan's family at this sad time. Ewan was a great man who was loyal to his community and I am deeply thankful for his public service. Deepest condolences to family and friends of Ewan Williamson at this time of devastating loss. There are no words that express the tragic loss of Ewan Williamson in the line of his duty. Please know that my thoughts are with his family, friends and collegues during this extrememly difficult time. Deepest sympathy & condolences to Ewan's family, friends and fellow work colleagues at this very difficult time. My thoughts go out for Ewan's family & friends at this time. The thoughts and prayers of the fire-fighters and control staff in Central Scotland are with your family.friends and colleagues. We must never forget what we all owe to our firefighters. We expect so much from them every day. My heart sank as I heard the news of another loss in the brother and sisterhood that makes the fire service such a strong family, and now we must be strong for the family and loved ones of this fine man, sleep well Ewan for you have done your duty. Stand down big chap. Walk tall , walk proud, You will never walk alone. May i offer my codolince to the family and freind off fire fighter ewan willamson off l.b.fire and rescue service you gave you all in the line of duty your family will miss you dearly. our sincere condolences to Ewan's fiancee, his family, friends and all his colleagues within Lothian & Borders Fire and Rescue Services. With you all in thoughts and prayers, Margaret and David Barnes Smith (The Fire Fighters Charity) Having lost a colleague i know what pain his friends and Fire Service family are going through, My deepest condolances to both his family and friends May I on behalf of the Chairman/Executive Committee of the Scottish Security Association,express our sadness at the loss of your colleague in the line of Duty, and to all Fire fighters within Lothian and Borders Fire & Rescue Service, who without their skill there would be more loss of life with in the civilian comunity. The loss of a loved one is hard at any time, however it is made even worse,when the job of the Fire Fighter is to preserve life, and one of their own is lost during such incidents, our condolances go to all the familys and friends and to the Officers/Crews who are left to continue their daily routines within Lothian & Borders Fire & Rescue Service. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family Ewan in this really difficult time. May you rest in peace Ewan, and I'm sure you will never be far from those you love and care about. Scooby you where and still are a legend, both on and off the court.You where certainly the teams Hero on many occasions when you would either pull out one of them amazing "Scooby moves" or a last minute 3 point buzzer beater to clinch the game!! Can't imagine how difficult Wednesday will be for all Ewans colleagues and family. You are in our thoughts at this sad time. Best wishes from all watches, Port Glasgow Fire Station,Strathclyde Fire and Rescue. It is always so sad when we lose someone so brave and fearless, our hearts are with the family and friends and all on Ewan's watch. God Bless! Deepest sympathy & condolences to Ewan's family, friends and fellow work colleagues at this very difficult time. My thoughts are with you all. Words escape me, our thoughts are with Ewans family & Friends, rest easy brother. Although now retired events like these always hit a nerve and our prayers and thoughts are with his family,friends and other members of the Service who knew Ewan Why are we losing so many our or finest? I am once again struggling to find the words to express my deepest sadness, anger and regret that comes with the death of a hero. This is a msge 4 a guy who done the job we all loved, u are in a place that u will be happy and feel no pain, our thoughts are with u always and we will all remember u for the lives u touched and had an impact on! My condolences to you all on the loss of one of your fire fighting community. We lost a fire fighter member of our family in Birmingham a few years ago and can empathise with your suffering. God Bless Ewan. The sacrifice that we all know may be asked of us you have made. It is with sorry that we all stand in awe of your professionalism and dedication to the end and hope that should any of us be asked to do the same we will honour all those who have gone before us with the same quiet dedication that you have shown. Ewan, words are so lost, emotions are so numb, so many people have been affected by this tragic and unbelievable incident. Please know you are so loved by thousands of people. You have educated and changed the world with regards to awareness of Firefighters and what they stand for. Be proud and wherever you are, no doubt your smiling your beautiful smile and opening your heart to all. We will miss you and everything you are to us. rest in peace ewan.you will always be remembered in l&b fire and rescue. Forever a gentleman and great firefighter, always kind and honest. A priveige to have known such a wonderful man. Rest in peace and God bless you and your family. Aileen Alpha Squad T3/03 My son will be attending Edinburgh College this fall, so I was looking for information on Edinburgh Fire as I am a Firefighter in Indianapolis,Indiana U.S.. I can rest assured he will be protected by Scotlands finest. our sincere condolances to the family of fire fighter Thy work is done, Our thoughts are with the family, friends and collegues of Ewan, may your sacrifice never be forgotten. To FF Williamson's family & colleagues; I offer my deepest condolences; Words cannot convey the sadness you must be feeling at this time with the loss of FF Williamson. The thoughts of my family and myself are with your family at your time of need. FF Andrew Steel – Livingston Retained. Heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Firefighter Williamson at this very difficult time. This guy was a true hero, and thank you to him and all firefighters who do such a tremendous job for us all day in and day out. On behalf of myself, Willie, Robert, and all the workforce at Emergency One (UK) Ltd., we offer our sincerest condolences to the friends and family of fire-fighter Ewan Williamson, and to his colleagues at Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. God Bless i did not know ewan , but i know that the tragic death of him has had a terrible effect on my young brother (Cammy King) who played basketball with him for the last few years, i know that when his young daughters come back of there holidays he will have to sit and tell them about this sad occasion as they all spoke so highly of the friendly guy they called scooby. AS i said i did not know him but just from talking to my brother this past week i feel that i do know him well and possibly have met him at one of the matches. God Bless you Ewan and may he look after your mum, sisters and girlfriend at this tragic time. Thought will be with them on wed when you have the HERO send off that you deserve. R.I.P My heartfelt sympathy to ewans family and the FF'S at Lothian and Borders, He went as a true hero and will always regarded as one. My heartfelt condolences to family, friends and colleagues, for the loss of this brave firefighter. The big man in the sky must be putting together May I on behalf of myself and the RAF Fire Service offer our depest sympathies to you all at this tragic time. To the family and collegues of Ewan, Another of our brothers lost whilst carrying out his duty, Ewan will never be forgotten by all his brothers and sisters in our fire service. On hearing the tragic news about Ewan,a young firefighter who last his life in the line of duty, I would to express our sincerest condolences to his mother, sisters, girlfriend his entire family circle and colleagues at Lothian & Borders Fire & Rescue Service. god bless We will remember you and thank you for your bravery. We thank your family for allowing you to be brave . Our thoughts are with Ewan's family, friends and collegues. Its always hard when we lose one of our brothers. My deepest sympathy to Ewans family, partner and friends. I am so sorry he lost his life by saving others - he will always be a hero to so many and we will never forget his courage. God Bless you all at this sad time. I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of FF Ewan Williamson. He paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of his community and will never be forgotten. As the son of a fireman who served at the Central Fire Station in Edinburgh I should like to send my sympathy and condolences to Ewan's family. On behalf of all Scottish Ambulance Service personnel in Edinburgh and Lothian we offer our sincere condolences to Ewan's family and colleagues at this sad time. Our thoughts are with you all. On behalf of the Retained members of Staveley Fire Station, Derbyshire, I would like to extend our sympathies to all family and colleagues of Ewan, and to pay our respects to a brave Firefighter. My thoughts and prayers are with Ewan's family, friends and colleagues.Good bless you's all. Ewan sounds like a very sincere caring man another Angel for heaven. From all the Community safety team in South West Edinburgh My sincere condolences to Ewan's family, Fiancee and friends,including his colleagues at tollcross station. Heartfelt condolences to Firefighter Williamsons family and friends. From all at the Bristol Fundraising team. My Thoughts are with Ewans family, friends and colleagues at this very sad time. RIP Firefighter Williamson To the Williamson family: We were shocked and saddened to hear of Ewan's untimely passing in the line of duty. In the fire service family, we know and accept that our commitment is of ourselves for the good of our fellow man. Ewan was a hero at home and abroad. We honor him and his dedication to his family, community, and country. From your brothers and sisters across the pond, we are here for you. Sorry to hear of the tragic death of this firefighter, from all accounts seemed an all round good guy-very sad. My deepest condolences to Ewan's family, friends and fellow fire fighters. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Our sincere condolonces to the family of firefighter Ewan Williamson from all at Edinburgh & Lothians Racial Equality Council My thoughts are with Ewan's family, friends and collegaues at this very sad and tragic time. RIP Ewan My condolences to the family, friends and collegues of Ewan at this sad time. I was deaply shocked and sadened to here what happened, and reminded of the hard work, commitment and dedication of our firefighters. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ewans family at this sad time "GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN BROTHER" OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH EWANS FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME scooby you were one in a million...a legend! The news of Ewans tragic death was felt with deep deep sadness by all of us at The Firefighters charity therapy centre in Penrith on Sunday morning. The Fire Fighters Charity is committed to serving its beneficiaries but it is with great regret that the Charity provides its Death on Duty service. On behalf of all firefighters from Strathclyde Fire & Rescue may I offer our condolences to Ewan's family and friends. The Fire & Rescue Service is a close knit community with a strong sense of camaraderie and the loss of a fellow firefighter - from whatever Fire & Rescue service - is felt keenly by us all. We know that "there but for the grace of God go we", we understand the dangers Ewan faced at this job and we know the courage it took to go on and do his duty. To the Family of Ewan Williamson, May I add my condolences to the family and colleagues of Ewan, another sad loss to our extended Fire Service Family On behalf of the South East Region, please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences to Ewan's family, friends and fellow work colleagues at this very difficult time. I never met you ewan, but from what I have been reading on various websites set up, you seemed to have been a very special person to those whom had the privilage of knowing you my sincere condolonces to the family of firefighter Ewan Williamson.. and to his colleauges at Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue.. On behalf of the West Midland Region, our heartfelt condolences go out to Ewan's family, work colleagues and friends at this very sad time. My condolences go to the family and colleagues of this firefighter. Blue Watch writes [9 July 2010]:
Simon Morrison writes [25 June 2010]:
And if your watchin thumbs up to you
Simon
Nicola & Vincent Mancini writes [6 May 2010]:
God bless.
Nicola & Vincent xxx
Ken Spence Qfsm writes [25 March 2010]:
I would like to offer my condolenses to Ewan's family @ this time.
May God bless you all & hopefully this short belated message will be of some assistance.
Kind regards
Ken Spence
Beccy Williamson writes [5 March 2010]:
Always in our thoughts and prayers
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Beccy Williamson writes [15 February 2010]:
Not a day goes by without thinking of you, so, so missed, love always
B x
Beccy Williamson writes [12 January 2010]:
we miss you
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Tony Coia writes [9 November 2009]:
Beccy Williamson writes [6 November 2009]:
Life is never going to be the same again. Missing you doesnt even begin to say how hard it is without you here, being the big brother even though your younger than me. Dont think just cause your not here anymore that we all don't think about you every minute of the day. Your always in our thoughts, smiles, tears and laughter. You would be so proud and possibly emabarrassed of the outpouring of love and adoration there has been for you since July 12th. You know what though...it's all true, you were so loved. I only wish you were here to see it
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Lawrence Williamson writes [28 October 2009]:
Beccy Williamson writes [23 October 2009]:
Every minute of every day, life is not the same without you in it.
Keep smilling, we are proud of you and love you so much.
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Heather Docherty (nee Mcnally) writes [8 October 2009]:
Ewan, you were so much fun at school and I have fond memories, mostly of you being cheeky about my accent and height (being half your height!)
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Time really 'does' help to heal. I know.
Sleep well
Heather
Dominique Jacquel writes [25 August 2009]:
I miss you man. Played basketball yesterday at WHEC for the first time since that horrible Sunday. It was fun still ... just not the same without you around. No one can hit a big fade-away three like you do.
Like Vince said, "You did a good job" and I wish ... I really wish ...
Dom.
James Pringle writes [18 August 2009]:
You died doing what you could do to save people.
So brave in what you did before the moment.
We will never forget you... You will live on in all our hearts.
Fiona Baird writes [15 August 2009]:
Hendo and all your your other wonderful friends and to all the brave men & women of Green Watch Tollcross, Edinburgh, we think about you all every day.
Kevin Mundy writes [12 August 2009]:
Vicky Coia writes [10 August 2009]:
Simon Giles writes [7 August 2009]:
I have read the other tributes on this page Ewan and although I never knew you, I know you must have been a remarkable man to have touched so many in your life.
You have made the ultimate sacrifice and for that we can only thank you.
Sleep Well.
A fellow firefighter.
David Kelly writes [6 August 2009]:
White Watch Perth, Tayside Fire And Rescue writes [3 August 2009]:
Bill Munro writes [3 August 2009]:
Rich Bobruk writes [3 August 2009]:
Bryan Coggane writes [1 August 2009]:
Darren Trainer writes [31 July 2009]:
Brian Lockhart writes [29 July 2009]:
My thoughts are with you and your family Ewan.
Rest In Peace
Fiona Baird writes [28 July 2009]:
Love Fiona & Kenny Baird x
Richard Simpson writes [27 July 2009]:
Ff R.Simpson, Blue Watch, Dumfries.
Jim Marr writes [27 July 2009]:
Tom Finney writes [26 July 2009]:
David Laight writes [26 July 2009]:
crew manager laight and collegues from warwickshire fire and rescue
Glen Blah writes [26 July 2009]:
Barry Hewitt writes [25 July 2009]:
It's not something we give enough credit for, for our eternal shame.
Ewan, Edinburgh will be forever gratful for your dedication and determination to keep us safe.
RIP
Ronald Murray writes [25 July 2009]:
Green Watch Inverness Fire Station, H&i writes [25 July 2009]:
Vincent Mancini writes [25 July 2009]:
You were a great team mate and an even better friend. I'll miss you an awful lot and will always remember you as the cheery positive soul you were.
Rest in peace brother. You did such a good job.
Vincent
Isabel Combe writes [24 July 2009]:
Caroline Marr writes [24 July 2009]:
We will miss your smiling face at our wedding in August but I'm sure you'll be there.
In our hearts and thoughts always....till we meet again!
Miss you big guy
Caroline & Hendo
Paul White writes [24 July 2009]:
Paul White
Chair – Dorset Branch of N.A.R.F.
Alison Mungall writes [24 July 2009]:
Thank God for you and for people like you. Where would we be if not for the Ewan Williamsons of the world?
May God bless you and keep you.
Steve Gill writes [23 July 2009]:
Sadly a hero lost, what is our loss is heavens gain.
Good luck to his familly and all who cared for him.
Steve.
Kingskettle.
Corey Mead writes [23 July 2009]:
Alan Spiers writes [23 July 2009]:
But For The Grace Of God Go I Thomas writes [23 July 2009]:
Derek Mcghee writes [23 July 2009]:
If tears could build a stairway
And memories were a lane
We would walk right up to Heaven
And bring you back again
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it
And only God knows why
Our hearts still ache in sadness
And secret tears still flow
What it meant to lose you
No on will ever know
But know we know you want us
To mourn for you no more
To remember all the happy times
Life still has much in store
Since you’ll never be forgotten
We pledge to you today
A hallowed place within our hearts
Is where you’ll always stay
Author Unknown
Derek Mcghee & Family
( Broxburn Fire Station )
Tom Henery writes [23 July 2009]:
Tony Cottam writes [23 July 2009]:
To your family I give my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and those of every firefighter serving or retired will be for you all at this sad time but remember that your extended Fire Service family will always be there for you.
Strathclyde Fire And Rescue, Group 5, Govan Fire Station, Glasgow writes [23 July 2009]:
Steven Oliver writes [23 July 2009]:
Kenneth Elliot writes [23 July 2009]:
James Alexander writes [23 July 2009]:
James Alexander, Glasgow
The Elliott Family writes [23 July 2009]:
Steven Roberts writes [22 July 2009]:
Thoughts are also with his co-workers and a special mention to them and the rest of the UK Fire Fighters, to put yourself into the situations you do to save others deserves all the respect in the world. Stay safe.
Steven, Kirsty & Blair.
Chris Hogg writes [22 July 2009]:
Red Watch Blyth Fire Stn. Northumberland Fire And Rescue writes [22 July 2009]:
Rest In Peace Ewan.
Our thoughts and condolences are sent to Ewan's family and colleagues at L&B FRS.
Emma Brown writes [22 July 2009]:
God bless your bravery.
Gavin Orr writes [22 July 2009]:
Michael C writes [22 July 2009]:
R.I.P
Delilah Williamson writes [22 July 2009]:
While I know that it is small comfort, please know that Firefighter Williamson was doing what others wish they could, save lives.
Bless you all!
Peter George writes [22 July 2009]:
Our prayers go up for Neil and his family, our local fire men and women, and all of you in the fire service who work at such risk to keep us safe .
Nick Rutter writes [22 July 2009]:
Ours is a close knit service and our heart goes out to all who lose someone in the course of their duty.
May he rest in peace and rise in glory at the last.
Brian Moodie writes [22 July 2009]:
David Carroll writes [22 July 2009]:
Ann Boyd writes [22 July 2009]:
My Dad was a firefighter and I was brought up in Crewe Toll Fire Station. I know how hard they work and how brave they are. My dad broke his back but when healed went straight back to driving engines.
Firefighters are my Heroes.
RIP Ewan
RIP The firefighters who have passed away in Spain today.
RIP to all lost Firefighters.
Steve Marsden writes [22 July 2009]:
kind regards steve marsden and family Manchester
Pamela Dodd writes [22 July 2009]:
Gillian And Alice Seaman writes [22 July 2009]:
Alan Hughes writes [22 July 2009]:
R.I.P
Tayport fire station
Fife Fire & Rescue Service.
John Kinsman writes [22 July 2009]:
Duncan Todd writes [22 July 2009]:
Duncan Todd.
carlisle. rtd from Cumbria Fire Service.
Duncan Todd writes [22 July 2009]:
Duncan Todd.
carlisle. rtd from Cumbria Fire Service.
Duncan Todd writes [22 July 2009]:
Duncan Todd.
carlisle. rtd from Cumbria Fire Service.
Agnes Bradley writes [22 July 2009]:
The death of Ewan, has been a devatating shock for all those close to him, and as I remember Ewan in my prayers, I think of you also, asking that the grief you now experience will eventually give way to many wonderful memories. Ewan R.I.P.
Gail Carrier writes [22 July 2009]:
Jason Harte writes [22 July 2009]:
may god be with the family of ewan williamson.
GOD BLESS?
Joanne Wight writes [22 July 2009]:
Gordon Winton writes [22 July 2009]:
My thoughts at this time are with the family and Freinds of this officer.
Aybike Hatemi-teubes writes [22 July 2009]:
Andy Daly Ex L&b writes [22 July 2009]:
With deepest condolences.
Iain Bennett writes [22 July 2009]:
When ever such a tragic event occurs it is felt by firefighters and their families throughout the world.
R.I.P. Ewan
Gail Ansell writes [22 July 2009]:
Whitehill Fire Station Greater Manchester writes [22 July 2009]:
Andy Graham writes [22 July 2009]:
It is so sad that you made the ultimate sacrifice to keep your community safe Ewan but you did not die in vain... you helped to save many lives on that day and during your career and that is something you and all your loved ones can be very proud of!
Andy Graham
Fellow fire-fighter
Manchester
Blue Watch Manchester Central writes [22 July 2009]:
Rest in peace Ewan.
Bernard Judge writes [22 July 2009]:
I will continue my fight to improve fire prevention and to tackle the opponenents of H&S.
Oldham member of GMFRA
Keith Richmond writes [22 July 2009]:
Nikki Brown writes [22 July 2009]:
We lost friends a few years back now but they will always be with us. They may no longer be among us but the memories live on forever
RIP Ewan and all those who have lost their lives doing the jobs they love, with the utmost dedication and devotion xx
Nikki Brown
East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service
Green Watch Philips Park Station,gmfrs writes [22 July 2009]:
Stephen Regis writes [22 July 2009]:
You Guys do a thankless job, its not until we realy need you that we can really appreciate the lengths that you go to to keep us safe. Thank you.
To Ewans family, there is very little that can be said to ease the pain that you are feeling. My thoughts are with you.
Rest in pease Ewan Williamson.
Phil Daniels writes [22 July 2009]:
Chris Still writes [22 July 2009]:
My wife has spent several days working at the fire scene, and she has been deeply moved by the tributes that have been paid to you, especially by your fiance.
You lived as a hero, and tragically you died as a hero. You are an inspiration to us all.
Alex Carmichael writes [22 July 2009]:
I am considering an individual that I did not know, but, I am considering an idividual that was prepared and willing to commit himself for persons unknown because he was committed to the best.
The decision to go to work that day was based on the basic and pure principles of what would be best.
He wished to satisfy the requirements of both the service and his colleagues. He achieved, beyond the call, most more than we would wish.
I offer my thanks, I wish his family the most condolances, but also, the best of memories
To colleagues, inspiration....he was there, up front, prepered,,,willing.
Can I hope that his vitality is not lost and that whenever colleagues are entering into situations that may be relatively unsafe ( God forbid ), they remember him, and perhaps do not suffer the same fate.
My Respects to all Fire and Rescue Services, regional, national, international, for the work you do.
Thank you. ( may not be enough )
Alex. Carmichael.
Ian Dick writes [21 July 2009]:
Dave Martin writes [21 July 2009]:
Sincerely and fraternally,
David E. Martin, President
Colchester Hayward Volunteer Fire Company
52 Old Hartford Rd
Colchester, CT 06415
USA
Mark Williams writes [21 July 2009]:
Greater love hath no man than this,
that a man lay down his life for his friends.
RIP Ewan
Stephen Wiswell writes [21 July 2009]:
Red Watch Blackley. GMFRS
Peter Fletcher writes [21 July 2009]:
Gordon Buchan writes [21 July 2009]:
Cllr Gordon Buchan
Andrew Best writes [21 July 2009]:
Andrew E Best, QFSM
Regional Coordinator North West Region The Fire Fighters Charity
Former Chief Fire Officer Merseyside
Pat Elsworth writes [21 July 2009]:
Craig Lord writes [21 July 2009]:
Rest in peace
Gary Howieson writes [21 July 2009]:
Howard Burke writes [21 July 2009]:
Pamela Hibbert writes [21 July 2009]:
David Beckett writes [21 July 2009]:
Ian Wilkinson writes [21 July 2009]:
From Ian Wilkinson
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service
Jane Honey writes [21 July 2009]:
Steven Parkinson writes [21 July 2009]:
Our thoughts are with you all.
Bolton Borough Team, GMFRS
Brian Miller writes [21 July 2009]:
R.I.P. bro.
On behalf of G.F. &. R.S.
Brian & Joan
Gordon Mcquade writes [20 July 2009]:
Rest peacefully Ewan Williamson
Gordon McQuade
Secretary
Central Scotland Fire Brigades Union
John Willimas writes [20 July 2009]:
God Bless
Damon Corr writes [20 July 2009]:
Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service & BAFD
William Coats writes [20 July 2009]:
Red Watch Paisley, Strathclyde Fire & Rescue.
Roy Paton writes [20 July 2009]:
Margaret Barnes Smith writes [20 July 2009]:
Alan Faulds writes [20 July 2009]:
Alan Faulds Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service
William Watson writes [19 July 2009]:
Stephen Murray writes [19 July 2009]:
Cammy King writes [19 July 2009]:
A sad loss of such a talented guy in many ways.
R.I.P Big Guy
Cammy King
Paul Bain writes [19 July 2009]:
Richard Williams writes [19 July 2009]:
Rich Williams
Tamworth
Staffs Fire & Rescue
Arlene Laird writes [19 July 2009]:
Arlene Laird
Blue Watch Control
Central Scotland Fire & Rescue
Mick Rogers writes [19 July 2009]:
Walter Shields writes [19 July 2009]:
Fleur Wilks writes [19 July 2009]:
My thoughts are with those that have been left behind - find strength from each other and have comfort that Ewan's legacy will be that of a brave, professional firefighter who sacrificed his life to save others.
Rest peacefully Bro.
Fleur Wilks
Watch Manager
Green Watch
Eastbourne Fire Station
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
Steven Nicoll writes [18 July 2009]:
Steve nicoll
Tayside fire and Rescue!
XXX
Sheila Hamnett writes [18 July 2009]:
John Calder writes [18 July 2009]:
Lee And Kat Graham writes [18 July 2009]:
Our hearts go to all at Ewan's Watch at Tollcross, his station buddies and to all Firefighters who stand up and calm dangerous situations down.
Our love forever goes to his immediate family and close friends. You will be in our hearts forever.
Kevin Hill writes [18 July 2009]:
Aileen Hall writes [17 July 2009]:
Kevin Witt writes [17 July 2009]:
Sadly I see a Fellow Brother has lost his life tragically. The brotherhood is worldwide and my deepest condolences is with the brotherhood and families of Brother Ewan.
I have no ambition in this world but one, and that is to be a fireman The position may,in the eyes of some, appear to be a lowly one.
But we who know the work which a fireman has to do believe his is a noble calling, our proudest moment is to save lives.
Under the impulse of such thoughts the nobility of the occupation thrills us and stimulates us to deeds of daring,
even of supreme sacrifice.....
Edwin Crocjker Past Chief FDNY
W.m Douglas Macdonald writes [17 July 2009]:
ewan williamson...and all his collegues.
from all the crew at carr-bridge fire station
highland&islands fire and rescue
Virginia Swan writes [17 July 2009]:
Thy crown is won,
Go enter into rest;
No hero falls,
When duty calls,
More nobly, or more blest
Spoken already from 9/11 but so apt.
My thoughts are with Ewans Mum and sisters, along with Tollcross colleagues.
from Virginia Swan
LBFRS
Green Watch Aylesbury Fire Station - Bucks writes [17 July 2009]:
Andrew Steel writes [17 July 2009]:
Gillian Geddes writes [17 July 2009]:
Michael Madsen writes [17 July 2009]:
Our thoughts are with you all through this tragic time.
Mike Madsen
MD - Emergency One (UK) Ltd
Lesley Wardle writes [17 July 2009]:
Diane Reid writes [17 July 2009]:
John O'hara writes [16 July 2009]:
Katrina Rutherford writes [16 July 2009]:
Gary Duff writes [16 July 2009]:
An elite fire and rescue squad and only the best are selected
Our thoughts are with the family of Ewan and Lothian & Borders Fire and Rescue service at this difficult time.
Baz Wheater writes [16 July 2009]:
R.I.P
Lee Bradbury writes [16 July 2009]:
My you find comfort in the expressions of sympathy that have been left on this site.
Ewan died doing a job that requires bravery and skill and may he rest in peace.
Lee & Jean
Ted Andrews writes [16 July 2009]:
Rest in peace brother from all Blue Watch Bolton Central, GMFRS
Marie Mccloskey writes [16 July 2009]:
Sadly we can relate to his distraught family and know exactly the pain that they are suffering at this sad time, because my husband, Joe McCloskey, died in similar circumstances while tackling a fire at the Gorteen House hotel at Halloween 2003.
Joe had been a serving fire fighter for over 25 years and like Ewan he was dedicated and loved the Fire Service and was a loving and devoted husband and father.
On behalf of the McCloskey Family, I would just like to let Ewan's Family know that our thoughts are very much with them at this sad time and in the times ahead.
Marie McCloskey & family
Dungiven
Co Derry, Northern Ireland
Graeme Morgan writes [16 July 2009]:
Sue Campbell writes [16 July 2009]:
Stuart Eade writes [16 July 2009]:
Blue Watch, Basingstoke, Hampshire
Jean Milne writes [16 July 2009]:
Leslie Mason writes [16 July 2009]:
Jim Thomson writes [16 July 2009]:
God Bless
Peter Connor writes [16 July 2009]:
Paul Revill writes [16 July 2009]:
Joe Stirling writes [16 July 2009]:
Joan Cunningham writes [16 July 2009]:
David Morton writes [16 July 2009]:
Our thoughts and prayers are with family, friends and colleagues of Ewan at this difficult time.
Jim Mcgladrigan writes [16 July 2009]:
The Fire service trains ordinary men & women to carry out extraordinary tasks in times of crisis in other peoples lives.Which makes it particularly sad for all, when one of those men or women is lost in the line of duty.Again my sincere condolences to everyone who new Ewan.
Fundraisers Bristol writes [16 July 2009]:
Kevin Don writes [16 July 2009]:
Bryan Peterson writes [16 July 2009]:
Fort Wayne Fire Department
Fort Wayne, Indiana (USA)
Robert Holland writes [16 July 2009]:
Diane Shaw writes [16 July 2009]:
Shami Khan writes [16 July 2009]:
Ann Morrison writes [15 July 2009]:
Becky Starmore writes [15 July 2009]:
RIP Ewan, god bless x
Barbara Armfield writes [15 July 2009]:
BARBARA AND CAROL
Bob Taylor writes [15 July 2009]:
RESPECT FROM GORTON [S19] GREENWATCH GREATER MANCHESTER FIRE AND RESCUE
Robert Hartley writes [15 July 2009]:
when it came on the news about the tragic fire and the heroic actions of the fire service l just knew you would be in there like the hero you are.
will never forget your crazy moves on the basketball court and that cheeky grin once the ball went through the hoop as if to say "what.... l really meant to do that"
take it easy big guy god must have been looking for a swing off guard with a penchance for crazy scooby moves.
RIP scooby you will be sorely missed.
Booby Hartley
Philip Tyrrell writes [14 July 2009]:
My deepest condolences to all Family & friends of Ewan Williamson & for his second largest family that of his fellow serving & retired firefighters.
He will always be one of our own.
The Fire Fighters Charity writes [14 July 2009]:
During the early hours of Sunday 12th July, fire fighter Ewan Williamson from Lothian and Borders Fire & Rescue Service died whilst tackling a blaze at a pub in Edinburgh.
Keith MacGillivray - Chairman of The Fire Fighters Charity said: “The Fire Fighters Charity would like to send its most sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Ewan Williamson who tragically lost his life whilst tackling a deadly blaze in Edinburgh on Sunday 12th July 2009.
This event highlights the difficult and gruelling circumstances that fire fighters have to face daily, which can often tragically end with harsh consequences. Every year thousands of firefighters are injured whilst carrying out their duties.
The Fire Fighters Charity will endeavour to support those close to Ewan, as they struggle to come to terms with this tragedy, and we will do our utmost to ease their pain and suffering wherever possible."
Joe Harkins writes [14 July 2009]:
His family can be extremely proud of him.
Joe Harkins
Regular Gving Fundraiser ( Scotland)
Fire FIghters Charity
Strathclyde Fire & Rescue
Cyndy Harper writes [14 July 2009]:
With our heartfelt love and condolences to Ewan's family friends and colleagues.
Thinking of you all
Cyndy Harper
(Mother of deaceased ff Michael Miller)
David Alletson writes [14 July 2009]:
Peter Davies writes [13 July 2009]:
Davie Kelly writes [13 July 2009]:
it takes quite a lot to having me crying, but i had quite a lot of tears this morning when I was reading all those messages
I'm not in the service myself, but I'm an avid collector of everything to do with the fire rescue service, my sympathies goes to your family, girlfriend, workmates and everyone else that knew you, resp in peace Ewan, you will forever be remembered by us all
Jim Belk writes [13 July 2009]:
Dave Smith writes [13 July 2009]:
Mike Hawkins writes [13 July 2009]:
So often we take the work these officers do for granted, and it takes an incident like this to remind us of the risks taken and the bravery shown in OUR service.
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