Tuesday 7 June 2011

Farewell to Parrothead Bob

: Bob 'Parrothead' Harper and wife Di

by Kerry Larson

Tributes flowed on Friday at Port Douglas Combined Clubs for well-known identity, Bob "Parrothead" Harper, who passed away recently in Sydney after a battle with cancer.

About 60 people attended Bob's memorial service at The Tin Shed, with tributes from friends present and absent bringing a tear to the eyes of those in attendance.

After hosting a weekly country and western radio show on PortFM for many years, songs by Bob's favourite artist, Jimmy Buffett were played, as well as a ukulele tribute from his muso?s night friends.

Stories were also recounted about Bob's fondness of playing practical jokes and stirring local politicians. Later, flowers were thrown from the Tin Shed's pontoon into the Dickson Inlet by proud friends to say a final farewell.

Anyone who would like to send cards or flowers to Bob's wife, Di, and children may be sent care of Kim Morris, 85-87 Watson Street, Bondi, NSW 2026.

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Lyn Tregoning, 17-06-11 21:04:

Di, your man was a Legend. Port Douglas will never be the same without him. He bought so much pleasure into many people's lives. He certainly added to the rich tapestry of life in Port. Geoff Birch & I are currently in Malaysia on our boat Miranda and the grapevine got the message to us. Our thoughts are with you. He will always be remembered. Light & Love, Lyn

Lisa McCafferty, 08-06-11 18:31:

Was very sad to hear of Bobs passing. AM away working in the NT or would of been at the tid shed for his farewell. Will miss your country- western scandendian show Parrothead RIP
Love Lisa

Julie Powell, 08-06-11 17:31:

My thoughts are with Di at this sad time and many thanks for Bob's years of dedicated service as Chairman of the Castaways Body Corporate.I'm sure I speak for all the absent owners at Castaways in offering my condolences to Di and family for their loss.

philip dalziel, 07-06-11 19:13:

RIP Parrothead ,thought you would last forever ,very sad