OCUK founder Spie passes away

izzop · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:04

Very sorry to hear of your loss Nath.

deuse · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:04

Sorry to hear about your loss Nath. RIP Spie

beachBOYken · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:05

Sorry to here, my condolences.

He certainly did create the greatest computer shop and forums in all the land.

RIP

Armageus · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:05

Unexpected, and sorry to hear

RJC · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:05

Sorry to hear this sad news

Feek · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:06

This was such a shock when I heard it earlier this morning. I’m genuinely shaken by the news. I liked Mark and I’m saddened by what’s happened.

Freelanc3r · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:06

I am in severe shock and struggling to make sense of all this. I don’t think I will ever be able to come to terms with this. He told me on Sunday, “just live life son, there is so much to do and see in this world.”

Life is fragile. Make the most of it whilst you can and hold your loved ones close.

I love you Dad. Forever in my heart.

Tom|Nbk · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:07

Freelanc3r said:
I am in severe shock and struggling to make sense of all this. I don’t think I will ever be able to come to terms with this. He told me on Sunday, “just live life son, there is so much to do and see in this world.”

Life is fragile. Make the most of it whilst you can and hold your loved ones close.

I love you Dad. Forever in my heart.

So sorry for the loss

Ace Modder · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:08

Nathan & Aaron condolences once again. You know both know where I am if you want to talk or vent.

I have some fond memories with Mark from the past 10 years, mostly enjoying life and celebrating in style. Mark certainly enjoyed life and at least he spent the last 5 years or so enjoying the fruits of what he had worked so hard to build up over the years.

He will be looking over his family and guarding you all from up my heaven I'm sure. Thoughts are with all of his family at this sad time.

Mark went from being my boss/employer to becoming a really close friend of both me and my wife. RIP Mr Proudfoot you will be missed x

EGuitarStar · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:12

Really sorry to read. But I thank your father for his achievements and for giving us Ocuk and one of the best online communities.

Matteysan · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:13

Really unexpected news

RIP Spie.

Lowe · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:14

Deepest condolences to you and yours, such a shock to read the news. RIP Spie.

Cold Fusion · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:14

Wishing you and your family my condolences.

OCUK powering ahead for many years to come will be a fitting legacy

Gibbo · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:15

Cold Fusion said:
Wishing you and your family my condolences.

OCUK powering ahead for many years to come will be a fitting legacy

That is absolutely the plan!

Glanza · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:17

Sad new, RIP. Will OCUK be doing anything to cement his legacy?

Pixel · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:17

Too soon. R.I.P. Spie.

darkgen · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:17

Thoughts with you and your family. RIP Spie.

fiveub · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:17

My thoughts are with you Nath and your family.

I have worked for Mark many years ago, and have been on nights outs with him too and it is such a shock to hear about this happen so unexpectedly. He accelerated forward the PC Gaming industry and none of us would be on here today if it wasn't for him.

RIP Mark.

Mr Gimp · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:19

I only spoke to Mark back when OcUK was starting to make waves back in its infancy, but I've never forgotten how helpful and kind he was when I didn't have a clue about anything.
Sincerely sorry for your loss. RIP Spie

adolf hamster · 13 Mar 2018 at 10:19

wow, sorry to hear that dude, but that's one hell of a legacy he's left us all with.

RIP