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Sister's tribute to motorbike accident victim

3:10pm Thursday 24th July 2008

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By Vicki Foster »

A 30-YEAR-OLD man who died in a motorcycle accident was looking forward to becoming a father for the first time.

Barry Tomlin, of Sprucedale Close, Swanley, died on July 20 after losing control of his 600cc Honda sports bike in Warnham, West Sussex.

Mr Tomlin was out riding with a group of friends when he overtook a vehicle, hit a grass verge and lost control. He then hit a post.

His 19-year-old girlfriend of two years, Kerrie Orsler, is seven-and-a-half months pregnant with his child.

Mr Tomlin's sister Angela, of Maiden Lane, Crayford, says he was a "loving" baby brother.

She said: "I am going to miss the entire person. He was loving, caring and very popular. The funeral will show that.

"He loved his girlfriend to bits. He was a motorbike instructor. It was his life, his passion."

The 35-year-old mum-of-three added: "He always spoke his mind.

"Everyone he touched loved him. With Barry you had a friend for life."

She said: "He couldn't wait to become a dad.

"The closer it was getting, the more proud he became.

"He was working really hard to give the baby the best he could."

Mr Tomlin also leaves behind two other sisters, 38-year-old Tracy Thornton from Manchester and Jane Burton, 40, of Heath Lane, Dartford. He had five nephews and three nieces.

Miss Tomlin, who is a PA, says her brother had been a motorcycle instructor in Lee Green for three years and also enjoyed fishing.

She says for his funeral Mr Tomlin will be taken in a Triumph motorbike sidecar, which will be blue and silver - the same colours as his motorbike.

Between 50 and 60 of his friends will be following on their motorbikes.

Miss Tomlin says people should not wear black, but his favourite colour of blue.

The funeral will take place at Eltham Crematorium, in Crown Woods Way, Greenwich, at 3.30pm on August 1. All are welcome.

Anyone who wants to get in touch with Miss Tomlin can call News Shopper on 01689 885705 and details will be passed on.

A date for an inquest into Mr Tomlin's death has yet to be decided.

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angi, dartford says...
5:23pm Thu 24 Jul 08

may you rest in peace now bro, love ya till the end of time an we meet again, look after dad for me, will miss you loads like every one else in your life, you did us proud so now we'll do you proud
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Jane, Dartford says...
5:29pm Thu 24 Jul 08

You were such a cheeky little sod, the little brother I always wanted and was lucky enough to have. We all love you and will take care of Kerrie and the baby. I expect your already causing havoc up there ! Your big big big sis ****

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Gill, says...
5:42pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Someone so special....can never be forgotten....R.I.P.
Gill & Mo.xxx

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lorraine, crayford says...
5:50pm Thu 24 Jul 08

you will be sadly missed you will never be forgotten R.I.P
lorraine and family ****

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Rachel Tarran, Welling says...
5:51pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Such a tragic end for someone who had so much to live for. I remember you growing up and will grow old remembering you. Bless your girlfriend and baby. ****

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carol, Crayford says...
6:01pm Thu 24 Jul 08

I will never forget you. Rest in peace Barry . X X X X

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Kerrie, says...
6:07pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Love you loads chicken, you are my world, you would have been a fantastic daddy and your baby is going to know that...
Rest well my darling, I will be with you again one day ****

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Frankie kelly, orpington says...
6:09pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Easy ****,more than mates for years,you helped me out on so many occations,you was there when no one else cared. Ill never forget you and will always be there for kerry dont worrie f. x

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Jovita aka Yogi, Swanley says...
6:20pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Hi Barry, you will be so much missed, i miss you already... thanks for everything you done for me. Sorry for calling you Ian Beale, i know how much you hated it.
I will ride your old bike with honour and i will see you again one day but not just yet:) R.I.P. Bazza xxx

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mark, Swanley says...
6:56pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Rest In Peace Barry... Knowing that you will live on in kerrie is all that matters, I hope that your little one will grow up to be as special as you was... Thinking of you now and ever M...

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Paul Taylor, essex says...
6:57pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Barry rest in peace, i will always remember the fella i met whilst hanging around in dartford. He always had a smile and a laugh for everyone. Rest in peace Bowser.

Paul

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pauline, rochester kent says...
8:48pm Thu 24 Jul 08

someone so special
you will never forget.RIP barry.

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Sandra Johnson, USA says...
9:03pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Angie. So sorry for your loss. & my codolences to the rest of your family.

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Sarah, Erith says...
9:05pm Thu 24 Jul 08

You'll never be forgotten Barry, but you will be sorely missed. Your baby is probably going to have the most Aunts and Uncles ever! Kerrie will always have someone there when she needs anything.
R.I.P. Barry.
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Martyn Cope, Erith, Kent says...
9:06pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Terrible News at such a young age, you will be missed dearly.

Rest in Peace Barry
Mart.

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Vilma, Ashford says...
9:10pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Dear Barry,you will always be in our hearts especialy in Karrie`s and your new baby.I will always remember you with a big smile and a loud laugh... Was a plesure to know you as a friend who always made me feel welcom. R.I.P. Vilma

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angie (kerris mum), bexleyheath says...
9:21pm Thu 24 Jul 08

barry , you made my daughter so happy , she and bump will never forget you , r.i.p angie

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Karl (kerri bro), BexleyHeath says...
9:42pm Thu 24 Jul 08

barry you made my sis so happy and we will never forget you R.I.P (BARRY) we going to miss you :(

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Mick, Huntingdon says...
10:22pm Thu 24 Jul 08

Sorry to hear the terrible news. Ride the Big Highway in the sky. RIP. Mick

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peter (kerries dad ), bexleyheath says...
10:59pm Thu 24 Jul 08

i'm fishing to find the words what i can say about this wonderful man but can't find words good enough .Proberbly the best son in law could of ever wished for and never had . I'll always regard him as my son in law anyway R.I.P Barry you were 1 in a million .keep it BLUE

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amanda and paul, erith says...
11:16pm Thu 24 Jul 08

r.i.p barry you will be sadley missed and fondly remembered xxx

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emma,anthony,hayley, dartford says...
11:27pm Thu 24 Jul 08

we will never forget you bal , you was always there if we needed you , you will always be in our hearts, your baby will be very special to everyone like you was to us all , we will never forget you you will always be with us , i will be there for kerri and bump till the end ..
we will love you always , em ,ant, hayley xxx
R.I.P BARRY XX

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kate, bexleyheath says...
1:40am Fri 25 Jul 08

i never had the chance to meet you, but i know how much you meant to my dear friend kerri. you sounded like a wonderful person who didnt deserve this. we are all thinking of you, R.I.P Barry.

xxx

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Jessie ( your little **** Cat ), crayford says...
12:16pm Fri 25 Jul 08

Hi Uncle Barry
you are the best uncle any little girl would want you know how to make me laught and smile. we will all miss you expesually kerri and your little bump . LoveFrom Lil Jessie ( Neice ) Love u so much
R.I.P BARRY XXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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louise, sidcup says...
1:37pm Fri 25 Jul 08

Oh my god Barry cant believe ur gone..must of spent everyday with u till i was.. what 18..u was like another brother to me, we had a crazy childhood and lived it to the max. loads of fun and we certainly did laugh.
R.I.P Bal
gone but never forgotten.
xx mwah xx

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amanda and victoria morris, lewisham says...
5:54pm Fri 25 Jul 08

you will always be loved baby cus. don't cause too much havoc up there (well maybe just a little bit). see you one day xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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ya nephew ben, crayford says...
6:41pm Fri 25 Jul 08

barry i miss you, you was a frend to all, i will miss you dearly and some people say you will never be forgoten but to me you where the best friend i could always rely on, like when they say the best things come and go so u had to go look after grandad for me love u loads i will look after kerri for you r.i.p bazz love u

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tim,evie, peter, alex & thomas, lewisham says...
6:46pm Fri 25 Jul 08

Barry you will be sorely missed by all who knew you a great cousin and freind you ment so much to so many people r.i.p. love tim, evie & boys xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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peter (kerries dad ), here says...
12:16am Sat 26 Jul 08

kerrie i love you dearly and always will never be afraid of staying here coz i would gladly give up my bed for you don't be thinking **** in the past matters as long as i can try to help you through this tragedy . dont make me keep you away coz i will always love you baby

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angi, crayford says...
8:22am Sat 26 Jul 08

i just wanted to say a huge thank you to every one for their kind words at this time, kerrie girl never worry, never fear, your loved by many, especially me, you made my brother so happy, i loved the smile he always wore around u, and i know hes smiling down on you now, we'll never forget him he'll always be with us, especially in bump,
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ollie, says...
5:42pm Sat 26 Jul 08

Bal, you were one of my closest friends, a friend who i could always rely on.No matter what life threw at you, you always bounced back, and continued smiling.
I will never forget u mate, your memory will live on... may u rest in peace my friend......

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Mark Green, Maidstone says...
5:44pm Sat 26 Jul 08

Such a tragic incident and the loss of a lovely person. A Father to be, a Kind and loving Brother and a perfect honest,hard working family friend to me. RIP Barry.

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Emma, Welling says...
7:42pm Sat 26 Jul 08

It was a pleasure knowing you and you will be deeply missed by all. Rest assure Kerrie and Baby will always be in safe hands. RIP xxx

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Andy, Erith says...
9:40pm Sat 26 Jul 08

Thank you for all the laughs, drinks and smokes we shared. your one of the best and I'll keep you in my heart and thoughts always.

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Pete, Iwade says...
12:46pm Sun 27 Jul 08

remembering all those scrapes and trouble we got into in berwick.look after my mum and your dad.
R.I.P Bazza

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justine & crissey, dartford says...
3:45pm Sun 27 Jul 08

i will always miss u dad u will be my king of fishing as i went with.i remember all times we left maggots for fishing r.i.p daddy. r.i.p bal u was the 1st guy i truly loved & still cant believe how u much this hurts even though we had been split 2 yrs on 14 august this yr love u 4ever

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justine, dartford says...
4:09pm Sun 27 Jul 08

bal u always had a special place & memorys in my heart. & u always said u wouldnt be here 2 me when i 1st got with u which wouldve been 5 yrs next month & was my 1stnite in snooker hall u was with ur m8 ollie, kept being mouthy 2 u both & my heart, feelings going out 2 angie, the kids, tracey, family, rest of ur family @ this sad time as crissey & me will never forget u & my love 2 kerry & ur baby be a mini u like crissey ur stepdaughter was xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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lisa kahn, dartford says...
4:39pm Sun 27 Jul 08

r.i.p.barry,my heart goes out to those you have left behind,especially your baby, krystal im thinking of you to,he is still your dad babe and always will be,xxx lisa

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Paul k, bexleyheath says...
11:16am Mon 28 Jul 08

Hi bal can't beleave when i heard the news its a sad loss, i have alot of good memories of you in the old days at berwick and at school RIP BARRY you will never be forgotton

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justine, dartford says...
4:46pm Mon 28 Jul 08

just leaving another post as some of u proberly think i was being sarky & nasty by wot ive put in my messages in his memory but im not soz if it seems i was & didnt mean 2 offend any1 by it. r.i.p bal always remember the gd, bd times had with u & will always hold a special place in my heart, mind & bet u getting nagged up their & u doing ur famous sulks, igorance like u did @ times, stubborn, igorant @ times but always told peeps wot u thought xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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crissey, dartford says...
4:49pm Mon 28 Jul 08

thanku for everything u done for me i couldnt ask for a better dad & kerrie my hearts with u from crissey & justine. r.i.p daddy xxxxxxxxxxxx

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nicci, slade green says...
3:52pm Tue 29 Jul 08

I had the pleasure of meeting you briefly, i know you made kerri happy as she was always smiling when your name was mentioned and she always had a glow in her cheeks when we spoke about the pair of you, god rest your soul and know that there is alot of people out there that will take care of your lovely kerri and your baby r.i.p barry **** thoughts and prayers to kerri and all of your family at this very sad time xxx

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josie chrystals friend, dartford says...
6:56pm Tue 29 Jul 08

i diddnt realy know you but but i know i know u would have been a great daddy u were always laughing and joking with your mates and i understand all the pain evrey one is going through it is a hard time kerry im so so sorry my heart is with you and all the family and friends with sypathy josie

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pete (kerries dad ), bexleyheath says...
12:12am Wed 30 Jul 08

justine i'm not going too comment on youre remarks this is supposed too be a site for leaving respectful messeges (ive said enough ) r i p bazza

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justine, kent says...
2:25am Wed 30 Jul 08

pete look its not meant 2 be like im being nasty or sarky. 2 ur daughter, barry, or any1 who thought alot of him & held fond memorys of him i was paying my respects like my daughter & m8 was thats why i said i wasnt & my heart goes out 2 all of u @ this sad time r.i.p bal

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rebecca hughes, dartford says...
2:30pm Wed 30 Jul 08

my heart is with you all, r.i.p. keep ur chin up crystal he was in your life for 5 years,your dad will be looking down on you and will be proud,no-one can take your memorys,

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Rob Blackheath, london says...
9:51pm Thu 31 Jul 08

We would like to say sorry for the loss of Barry to his family and friends,all of us had real good times and fun together, thanks for all you taught us, we'll never forget you "baz" your a true friend, riding wont be the same without you, we will be amonst your many outriding escorts on the day, our last ride together mate, till we meet again, God bless R.I.P

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jeff, new cross says...
10:07pm Thu 31 Jul 08

hi bAzz.
you will reAly be missed because you were such A good man And you hAd a hArt of gold and you wood do Anything for Anyone thanks for everything
MAY YOU R.I.P XX

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Miriam, Bexley says...
4:16am Fri 1 Aug 08

Whenever I picture you Barry you are always smiling. Kerrie, Angie, I hope this for you. Barry will live on in our hearts and minds.
And the sunset this night was for you

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Emma & Simon, Erith says...
8:47am Fri 1 Aug 08

We only met you a few times, but thought you were a really nice bloke - I hope it all goes ok today and my thoughts and prayers are with all your family and friends on this sad day. Rest In Peace Barry.

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sarah, eltham says...
9:33am Fri 1 Aug 08

Barry we grew up over berrick fields and local areas not seen you in a few yrs,my heart goes out to all close to you ride the sky line knowing that your girl and bump will be well cared for, angie words cant say how you feel today, love you all x may the sun shine bright for your souls delight r.i.p barry

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Nicola Carter and Tracy Hall, Dartford says...
12:16pm Fri 1 Aug 08

Just heard the news and our thoughts are with you all today. Such a tragedy for a young family, God Bless xxx

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angi barry's sis, crayford says...
9:29pm Sat 2 Aug 08

words will never express how i am feeling right now, but all i can say is to those of you who were with me yesterday when we said good bye to barry, it meant so much to myself an kerrie, THANK-YOU, to all of you especially my 6 boys who did me that one honour, also to all the bikers that closed off every god damned road we went through, we all had a giggle at jumping the lights, barry will always live on in our memories, so thank you to every one xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Kerrie, Swanley says...
2:32pm Sun 3 Aug 08

I would also like to say a massive thank you to everyone for everything, espcially those who have been there for a shoulder to cry on and keeping me strong,
I know Barry will be thanking you all also,
Friday was fantastic and I really like to think we gave him the send of he deserved and he would have been proud of everyone!
He is my life and always will be until we meet again, hes already playing cheeky games with us and I hope he carrys on until we meet again!
Barry I love you so much chicken! I know your by my side day by day and you will be watching over baby bazza,
Angie - my moment from friday that bal would have been laughing at, the policeman on the bike pedalling really quick to close the road,

THANKS AGAIN EVERYONE, WITHOUT YOU I COUOLD NOT GO THROUGH THIS!
XxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXx
Xx

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emma,anthony, dartford says...
9:52pm Sun 3 Aug 08

barry would of been so proud of friday , kerri u saying that about the policeman on his bike that did make me chukle
R.I.P BAL you will always be with us in our hearts
em xx

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daniel bowater, sidcup says...
10:18pm Sun 3 Aug 08

I received the news from grahame nunn, i went to hurstmere school with barry, i am really sorry for you're loss. R.I.P-Barry.

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Leoni, Eltham says...
11:19pm Sun 3 Aug 08

R.I.P Bal... a good bloke n will be missed by all.... xx

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jay murfitt, swanley says...
5:20pm Mon 4 Aug 08

what a tragic loss i had the pleasure of knowing bal sice the dartford days.would have been very proud on friday boyz on the bikes did an awsome job from the front all the way to the last car thanks for letting me be part of this r.i.p bal

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Tracy (Barry's big sister), Bolton says...
1:26pm Wed 6 Aug 08

Today is the first day that I have felt able to read these comments. I miss you Barry, little Sean keeps giving me a hug and saying that he misses you too.. Life is not fair to have taken you so young and with all that was to come. Give Dad a big hug from me cos I miss him too. Kerri, you know we are going to be the biggest pain in arse aunties ever. Thanks to all the lads for everything you've done - you did him proud on Friday. T xxx

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anoymous, kent says...
8:14pm Sat 9 Aug 08

still find it hard 2 believe that bal has gone seems like im dreaming it some1 gonna wake me from this nasty dream, my heart goes out 2 his little baby, g/f, family those who knew him as he was a guy u never forget has that lasting effect sure did on many. r.i.p. bal xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
x

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crissey, london says...
9:32pm Mon 11 Aug 08

dad you were in my life for nine yrs.u & grandad trevor are fighting over the biggest star.aunt angie,aunt tracy hope thomas is ok & jess ben,jorden.i love you guys always hope u feel the same & soon get in touch.love u all {dad say hello to grandad trevor grandad look after my dad for me}i cant stop tninking about you dad.by the way kerri i havent seen you but i am pretty much sure the babys gonna be beautiful.r.i.p dad.

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Sadie Orsler (Kerrie's Cousin), Orpington says...
5:15pm Tue 26 Aug 08

Barry , I Never Got A Chance To Meet You Or Get To Know You . By The Look Of The Comments Above , I Must Of Missed Out On Alot . You Must Of Been A Good Dad Before You Even Start , R.I.P Barry .

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