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Peter Gurry Australia (Verified User) Posts 9251 Dogs 18 / Races 25 15 Sep 2019 02:29
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It's with sad news long time G-Data supporter Bernard J Duffy of Ballan, Victoria time was up a he is now in that big kennel in the sky. Bernard passed away last Monday 9th September in Hospital succumbing to heart failure due to recently found level 4 lung cancer witch Bernard had been suffering from the past month hence his non appearance on various forums on this site. We had been concerned about him but found it impossible to make contact. I got a call from his good friend Paul who shared ownership of Greyhounds with Bernard this Sunday afternoon and he asked me to let those friends of the late Bernard know his is no longer with us.
Funeral Details in Ballarat:
Thursday 19th September, 2019 11.00 am FW Barnes & Son Chapel 701 Dowling Street Redan 3350
Followed by refreshments at the nearby Ballarat Greyhound Track
RIP Bernard you provided plenty of entertainment and laughs for us in the talk section of G-Data glad to have met you at Sandown and the Meadows dog tracks. - Pete G
I am going to miss all his Spring Carnival prognostications...he was a legend
Ronald George Hunter Australia (Verified User) Posts 4317 Dogs 0 / Races 0 15 Sep 2019 04:06
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Sandro, What sad news, his passing is our greatest loss. Such a great man, who touched us all with his incite on living and his dedication to the sport he loved. Rest easy Bernard, as you join Bart, Tommy, John. Roy, and all each early morning in the Starry Stable in the sky. R. I. P.
Ryan Vanderwert Australia (Verified User) Posts 5957 Dogs 8 / Races 0 15 Sep 2019 04:24
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I'm absolutely shattered by that news. A real gentleman who will be sadly missed by people in the horse racing and greyhound industry. Deepest sympathies to his family and friends. Thank you for keeping us informed Pete.
Larry Valenti Australia (Verified User) Posts 2141 Dogs 3 / Races 0 15 Sep 2019 04:41
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R.I.P. Bern. A terrible hand of cards delt to another who didn't deserve it . Sorry to hear it happened.
Terry Jordan Australia (Verified User) Posts 6013 Dogs 0 / Races 0 15 Sep 2019 05:07
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I never had the pleasure of meeting Bernard, in person. Just communicating with him you were instantly aware of a very Intelligent, Respectful and Private person. His replies to questions on racing, Footy, Stock Investments etc would always be short, accurate and delivered with a respectful courtesy.
RIP Bernard you'll be missed by many
Tony Gallagher Australia (Team Member) Posts 5913 Dogs 12952 / Races 40209 15 Sep 2019 05:26
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Really sad news. Bernard was an absolute gentleman and always ready to help.
RIP Bernard
Simon Moore Australia (Verified User) Posts 2366 Dogs 32 / Races 393 15 Sep 2019 05:27
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Sad news. RIP Bernard.
Such a regular presence on here too.
Peter Gurry Australia (Verified User) Posts 9251 Dogs 18 / Races 25 15 Sep 2019 05:30
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Peter Gurry wrote:
It's with sad news long time G-Data supporter Bernard J Duffy of Ballan, Victoria time was up and he is now in that big kennel in the sky. Bernard passed away last Monday 9th September in Hospital succumbing to heart failure due to recently found level 4 lung cancer which Bernard had been suffering from the past month hence his non appearance on various forums on this site. We had been concerned about him but found it impossible to make contact. I got a call from his good friend Paul who shared ownership of Greyhounds with Bernard this Sunday afternoon and he asked me to let those friends of the late Bernard know his is no longer with us.
Funeral Details in Ballarat:
Thursday 19th September, 2019 11.00 am FW Barnes & Son Chapel 701 Dowling Street Redan 3350
Followed by refreshments at the nearby Ballarat Greyhound Track
RIP Bernard you provided plenty of entertainment and laughs for us in the talk section of G-Data glad to have met you at Sandown and the Meadows dog tracks. - Pete G
Sorry I made a mistake I was given Dowling St by Paul and there happens to be a Dowling Street so the Funeral directors address IT SHOULD BE 701 DARLING STREET, REDAN Greyhound Track is in Rubicon Street, Redan just down the road.
Jack Ogilvie Australia (Verified User) Posts 15480 Dogs 0 / Races 1 15 Sep 2019 06:38
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Sorry to hear about .Bern ,A true Gentleman and excellent member of GD . RIP buddy will miss your Horse reports. God bless you Bern.
Phil Hall Australia (Verified User) Posts 1320 Dogs 21 / Races 21 15 Sep 2019 07:33
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so sad to hear, RIP Bernard. I didn't know him like many just talked to him by interest in his posts was looking forward to chatting with him about birdsville races... thanks pete
Tor Janes Australia (Verified User) Posts 10024 Dogs 16 / Races 0 15 Sep 2019 09:13
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Bernard Duffy Owner of Duffy Bazzar. Trader of Shares. Owner and Trainer of Greyhounds and horse owner. Richmond Tigers Supporter. Thats all I knew of him however it was enough to really like the person he was. He will be sorely missed.
Michael Geraghty Australia (Verified User) Posts 4138 Dogs 14 / Races 15 16 Sep 2019 11:12
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Didn't know Bernard at all nor did I ever even share a word, but after reading this notice I read a few of his posts in the talk section. I admit it felt eerie, almost surreal. From what I read there was no doubting his passion for the doggies and gee gees.
This is so sad. I never met Bernard, nor spoke with him. But he offered me a Banjo Boy straw which he won in the first AFL footy tipping comp here on G-Data. I offered him a pup but he said he was just happy to help out a newcomer. Genuine gentleman.
Simon Milgate Australia (Verified User) Posts 2043 Dogs 23 / Races 0 17 Sep 2019 10:57
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Rest in peace Bernard. I think all at GD are saddened by this news. Condolences to his close freinds and family.
Im wondering could we somehow honour the man with an annual tipping comp on here each spring that involved two of his loves greyhound and thoroughbred racing. The Bernard J Duffy Spring Tipster award would be a great way to remember a true GD legend.
Ronald George Hunter Australia (Verified User) Posts 4317 Dogs 0 / Races 0 17 Sep 2019 11:14
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Great idea Simon, a finer compliment if ever there could be mate.
Rest in peace Bernard. I think all at GD are saddened by this news. Condolences to his close freinds and family.
Im wondering could we somehow honour the man with an annual tipping comp on here each spring that involved two of his loves greyhound and thoroughbred racing. The Bernard J Duffy Spring Tipster award would be a great way to remember a true GD legend.
Great idea! All Horse&Dog Group 1s for the Spring.
Peter Gurry Australia (Verified User) Posts 9251 Dogs 18 / Races 25 18 Sep 2019 03:43
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Ok I'll Put my hand up to run it starting Sat 5th Oct incorporating the main Group Race that day as not to have too many tips involved a nightmare to run.
Something like this:
Sat 5th Oct - Flemington Turnbull Stakes - Randwick Epsom Hcp Sat 12th Oct - Caulfield Guineas Fri 18th Oct - Million Dollar Chase Wentworth Park Sat 19 Oct - Caulfield Cup - Randwick The Everest Sat 26th Oct - Moonee Valley WS Cox Plate Sat Nov 2 - Flemington VRC Derby - Rosehill Golden Eagle Tues Nov 5 - Flemington Melbourne Cup Thur Nov 7 - Flemington VRC Oaks Sat Nov 9 - Flemington LKS Mackinnon Stakes - Top Gun Sprinters The Meadows - Top Gun Stayers The Meadows Fri Nov 29 - Melbourne Cup Sandown Park - Bold Trease Sandown Park
17 Races over 2 months covering Thoroughbreds and Greyhounds
Pts 5 3 1 basis plus STab W/P Div ie: Horse/Dog wins 5pts + $4.20 1.80 = 11pts 2nd 3pts + $3.70 = 6.7pts halves for d/heats
Scratching you get the TAB Sub, Missed putting in tip Top weight saddle or box Number usually No 1. Any takers?
Larry Valenti Australia (Verified User) Posts 2141 Dogs 3 / Races 0 18 Sep 2019 04:41
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I would like to throw a tip in here and there as long as I can too .
Do you have questions how to use the Greyhound-Data website?
