Charlie Hill R.I.P.

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Charlie Hill R.I.P.

Postby northeast » Wed Apr 05, 2017 4:08 pm

Saddened today to learn that Charlie Hill passed away this morning at age 88 after a few weeks in hospital. A real gent of the old school, very modest in his achievements and his generosity in freely sharing his extensive photographs going back to the late 1940's plus albums of pre-war shipping. Post 27A in the Ouse at Swinefleet became almost a trademark for him, being situated close by his riverside cottage at Swinefleet. He entered the digital age with some reluctance but achieved equally good results, aided by his long-term pal Peter Robinson. Charlie's photos can be found in several shipping publications and the negatives are held by the W.S.S. These photos are his legacy and memorial. R.I.P.
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Re: Charlie Hill R.I.P.

Postby Patrick Hill » Wed Apr 05, 2017 4:32 pm

A sad day indeed, RIP Charlie.
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Re: Charlie Hill R.I.P.

Postby teesships » Wed Apr 05, 2017 4:46 pm

Very sorry to hear this sad news. We have enjoyed seeing many of his photos, first through RIVERSEA then through NEM.

Glad his collection has gone to a good home!

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Re: Charlie Hill R.I.P.

Postby Whickham » Wed Apr 05, 2017 4:50 pm

Indeed very sad, but he has left a legacy behind him. Well done that man. Sincere condolences to his family.
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Re: Charlie Hill R.I.P.

Postby coasterman » Wed Apr 05, 2017 7:08 pm

Have known Charlie for many many years will miss seeing him on the river bank at Swinefleet at Charlies spot at the back of his cottage and around Goole Docks.

R.I.P Charlie

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Re: Charlie Hill R.I.P.

Postby TEESMAN » Thu Apr 06, 2017 8:06 am

Never met Charlie,had great pleasure from his photographs R.I.P Charlie many thanks.

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Re: Charlie Hill R.I.P.

Postby northeast » Mon Apr 10, 2017 7:34 pm

Charlie’s funeral will be at Swinefleet Church at 11.00 on Friday 28th April.
Please can you pass on to anyone you think may wish to attend.
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Re: Charlie Hill R.I.P.

Postby Humbersmith1 » Wed Apr 12, 2017 6:42 am

Sad news indeed. Charlie's appearance in the garden always signaled a nearby vessel.

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