Farewell dear Friend

[Colin Wonfor]

I saw something on Facecrap which upset me, I hope to our Lord God it is not true.
You and you family have crashed into my life showing me love from strangers I never expected. Your courage and kindness struck hard into my mechanical heart which will always have the dents you all have left.
People like you are rare and I love you all my friend.
Now feeling sad wish I could fix it all but I am just a cheap technician not a angel.

Oh crap, he dented my mechanical heart and I will miss him, and kind friend I only knew for far to short a time, love to all the family. See you soon James Coltart I will miss you and only saw you two weeks ago, brave and so kind. xxxx Love Col and Maria

[Spectral Morn]

I am sorry for your loss Colin.

[Ali Tait]

That is terrible news Colin, a loss for us all. He was a really good bloke.

All, he is talking about James, who posted as Sovereign.

[struth]

Sorry to hear about James.

[Arkless Electronics]

Bloody hell!! I was talking to him via PM's and he tried and reviewed my Arkless 640P only a week or two ago.... I recall from his PM's he said he's just got out of hospital...
RIP and my condolences to his family and friends.

[Spectral Morn]

That is terrible news Colin, a loss for us all. He was a really good bloke.

All, he is talking about James, who posted as Sovereign.

I want to extend my condolences to his family and friends, a loss for them and the forum.

[brian2957]

I'm so sorry to hear this . James had become a friend through AOS . I've kept in contact with him over the past few years and knew he wasn't keeping very well , wasn't expecting this though . Condolences to you Colin , and to his family .

[Bigman80]

Oh wow, thats terrible news. RIP brother.

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[Puffin]

Terrible news, I had a few exchanges with him recently.

[Audio Al]

:(

[jollyfix]

Terrible news indeed. So sad.

[mikeyb]

Ah that's a shock, never knew him personally but I always read his posts on the forums he frequented.

RIP Sovereign.

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[Hudz]

Dreadful news, my thoughts go out to all who knew him.

We are the love we leave behind.

[Tim]

Very sad news, I always enjoyed reading his often forthright, but always honest posts and enjoyed/shared much of his musical taste.

RIP James

[walpurgis]

Very sad to hear about Sovereign.

[Barry]

That's shocking news. I always respected and enjoyed reading Sovereign's views and opinions, expressed both here and elsewhere. He will be missed.

RIP

[kenworthy100]

I feel really sad to read this, Sovereign posted honestly without pretence, he had an extremely generous spirit praising others on their audio and worldly achievements.

RIP James

[rigger67]

Sad news :(
RIP

[Wakefield Turntables]

Hugely upset by this news. I own his old Croft Pre-amp. It's now playing in his hounour. I'll be raising a glass of single malt. Great bloke.

[vinylspinner]

Sad news indeed, never met James but heeded his advice on balanced mains units, very helpful and friendly guy.

My condolences to his family and friends.

RIP James.

[Floyddroid]

Very sad indeed.
That is terrible news Colin, a loss for us all. He was a really good bloke.

All, he is talking about James, who posted as Sovereign.

[hifinutt]

mmm that's a blow . life can be cruel

[Ali Tait]

His brother posted this on Facebook-

James didn't LOSE James was victorious in his efforts and his fight and his quest to make sure all around him were ok, happy and cared nothing for himself. I have listened to nothing but adoration from nurses, doctors and consultants who said they were honoured to have known James. He was a beacon wherever he went, especially into the hospitals and put a ray of sunlight into the hearts of all those who were privileged to come into contact with him. Including myself.

Even holding onto him through the night - he woke up at times not one care about himself - only was I ok and that he wanted to assure me that he was fine and that everything was going to be okay!

I have never heard so much praise about one person over the last few days as I have heard from some incredible people about James who I am so proud to call my brother!!

James did not LOSE ANYTHING, he changed the world in which he dwelled - which is s more than a lot of us can say - including myself.

James was a WINNER and let us all remember that !

Thank you.

Read more: http://theaudiostandard.net/thread/3055/farewell-dear-friend-james-sovereign?page=1#ixzz4ejhPslFD

[walpurgis]

That was nice Ali. But still sad.

[JohnJo]

That's shocking news. I always respected and enjoyed reading Sovereign's views and opinions, expressed both here and elsewhere. He will be missed.

RIP

+1

Very sad indeed. Condolences to your friends and family and RIP James.

[Marco]

Truly shocked and stunned to hear of James' passing. I had no idea he was even ill.... Undoubtedly we've lost one of the good guys from our hobby. Certainly AoS, and the other forums he frequented will be poorer places without his presence.

My thoughts and condolences go to all his family and friends. RIP, James :(

Marco.

[Ali Tait]

Any donations to his family will I'm sure be gratefully received, it's bad enough having to go through this without worrying about money too. Please see link for donations-

https://www.gofundme.com/our-love-for-james/thankyou?d=2DJQ%2F4ya6DzZ1duMkMW0wyZRJ25FVkenXqwbC XRGWy4%3D

[Yomanze]

:( I never met him, but James / Sovereign was one of my favourite posters. Warm, down to earth and a massive HiFi tweak. RIP.

[anthonyTD]

Very sad indeed.:(
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[brucew268]

I so much appreciated James' kindness and his looking out for the good of others. I will miss him. A good man.

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[Macca]

Bit shocked by this, I knew he had to go back for more treatment but never realised it was as bad as that, as he never let on.

RIP.

[topoxforddoc]

Very sad news. Condolences to his family and friends. RIP

[Jimbo]

Very sad, such a generous nice bloke. Hard to believe as I only recently discussed a few things with him.

My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

[RichB]

Really saddened to hear of this. Nothing but good exchanges with James. A valued member here and elsewhere.

RIP

[Hammer]

sad news feel for his family

[HackneyRF]

Very sad news. Condolences to all who knew and loved him.

[southall-1998]

RIP.

S.

[Light Dependant Resistor]

James lived every minute enjoying life. sharing is love of audio,
being considerate to everyone, and a benchmark for us all to follow.

RIP Sovereign
You will never be forgotten.

[wee tee cee]

My heart is roasted.....My deepest condolences to his family-our community is the worst for his passing.

Play some music you love and toast his passing with a beverage of your choice.....slange!!!!

[RobbieGong]

Sad indeed :(

[Ali Tait]

My heart is roasted.....My deepest condolences to his family-our community is the worst for his passing.

Play some music you love and toast his passing with a beverage of your choice.....slange!!!!

I'll second that mate. Tunes playing and beer beside me as I type.

[jandl100]

Just so immensely saddened by this.
Total tragedy.

[Gazjam]

Sad beyond words at this, life really is too short.

it reverberates personally with me because James and I traded ideas on balanced mains kit yonks ago and only spoken with Him recently about speaker cable.
Traded forum posts too right back to Hifi Choice website (Pre Wigwam days)...long time to know someone without actually knowing someone.
My recent car trip was to Miadstone Kent, James' stomping ground and despite having thought about it (and dismissed it) I so wish now I'd got in touch to arrange a meet up.:(

Could have, should have, would have....lesson learned.

Also it brings home personal circumstances with my Dad, who's at that time.

RIP James,

[Colin Wonfor]

Hi Guys Molly James is wife sent me this I suspect there is limited space but could those who new him come along for support.

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/18199440_1948490222135999_5641360531427651436_n.jp g?oh=8abb58a7b0f160f2b9d6ea2104047566&oe=598E2520