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lyndal1838 . . . A tribute thread

k1ooo-slr-sales — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 07:40:25 GMT

On behalf of several members, and Lyndal’s family, it is with great sadness that we wish to inform the eBay community of the recent passing of member lyndal1838.

Lyndal was a prolific poster on these eBay boards. She amassed thousands upon thousands of purchases on eBay. Through her buying experiences she was able to help thousands of members in their time of need when an eBay transaction went pear shaped.

Even though Lyndal was not a seller she was very informed on seller issues through remaining up to date with eBay policies and procedures.

Many of us here keep our real life experiences private and do not discuss them in any great detail. Lyndal was not one to keep her life experiences totally private. She used her real life experiences to help others and often posted of her experiences in the courier industry. She often used her experiences in managing matters related to GST, ABN and other business issues, international money exchange, international posting and PayPal to name but a few. She referenced her family experiences when posting on animal issues, particularly where horses were concerned.

You always knew where you stood with Lyndal. This lead to some gruff exchanges with some members and it is fair to say that some members took issue with Lyndal's posting style. However, it is also fair to say that Lyndal never set out to upset or offend anyone.

Many years ago, Lyndal's ID on these boards started showing her as an "Honored Contributor" . . . much to her amusement. It was not a title that sat well with Lyndal. She only ever considered herself a "Community Member" like the rest of us.

Farewell Lyndal (lyndal1838)

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k1ooo-slr-sales — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 07:43:28 GMT

On a personal note, some years back I was dealing with some issues in my personal life. I shared privately what I was going through with Lyndal and she was immensely caring and supportive and she helped me through difficult times.

I never met Lyndal, I never spoke with her on the phone. We only ever communicated on the boards, in private groups, through PMs and emails. Despite this, I treasured our friendship and considered her as a good, close friend . . . she was like family to me.

There is so much more I would like to say about my great friend Lyndal . . . but out of respect for confidences we shared I will refrain except to say that Lyndal's passing will affect many members on a personal level and the boards will be poorer for her absence.

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not_for_sale — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 07:44:38 GMT

RIP Lyndal.

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sandypebbles — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 07:50:14 GMT

RIP Lyndal

Thank you, k1ooo-slr-sales for letting us know, my thoughts are also with you at the loss of your friend here

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tasfleur — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 07:52:48 GMT

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papermoon.lady — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 07:59:00 GMT

RIP, Lyndal.

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padi*0409 — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 08:26:59 GMT

As others are, I'm very saddened to find out about Lyn's passing. There were a few of us that were getting concerned about her when she didn't appear on the boards or answer pm's.

She was a wealth of information on both buying and selling even though she wasn't a seller herself.

Perhaps one of the finest accolades was being termed "Honoured Contributor" , though she wasn't particularly happy with the term.

Like SLR I had been in contact with her via pm's emails and a couple of phonecalls. She was very capable of calling a spade a shovel, and occasionally would get some (deserving) members backs up.

I'll miss you Lyn.

Vale my friend, give PJ some curry up there !!!!

Edit. OP at 18.38 nice touch Chris.

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domino-710 — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 08:31:07 GMT

What to say.

Rest in the lap of the Gods - Lyndal - you were a friend to us all.

Just give Richo - a serve.

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davewil1964 — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 08:45:54 GMT

RIP Lyndal.

You had a good innings, but that doesn't mean it hurts less.

We will miss your incisive comments, your wealth of knowledge, and YOU.

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twyngwyn — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 09:00:03 GMT

RIP Lyndal

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countessalmirena — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 09:31:41 GMT

k1ooo, I'm so glad that you posted this thread.

I had heard through a message about the terrible news.

I too can thank lyndal for her comforting words during my loss last year. (Several people on these boards have given me much-appreciated emotional support since that time, and I will never cease to be thankful.) lyndal was among them, and she and I had some good conversations.

I will always regret that I never met with her in person, but I wonder if she's reorganising heaven's courier service. "No, not via doves to that family," she might say. "They've got dove-eating cats. No, we'll have to outsource this delivery of blessings to ChristmasStarCourier."

She was blunt, honest, knowledgeable, helpful, strong in her opinions, quick to see a joke, and prolific in her posting.

I will miss her very much.

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imastawka — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 09:52:10 GMT

Thank you Chris for this thread.

I was concerned earlier in the year, with her absence, but Padi assured me that Lyndal was having computer problems and that she would return when it was all sorted.

And she did.

Unfortunately it was not for long and her disappearance was once again noticed.

But I thought perhaps it was computer problems again. I was saddened to learn of her passing.

There will be many of us who will miss her wit and expertise in helping other members.

Hope she, Richo and PJ are having a right old knees up together.

R I P Lyn

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k1ooo-slr-sales — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 10:19:38 GMT

thank you countess for the StarTrack emoji. The poster who showed it to me thought it would be fitting to include it in the Opening Post of this thread.

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countessalmirena — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 10:52:44 GMT

It's good to see it being used for that purpose. lyndal might also like this one:

Any emoticon that I've made is welcome to be used, by the way.

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repentatleisure1952 — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 19:13:14 GMT

Very sad news.

One of the best.

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daydreams_12 — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 20:54:34 GMT

Such a sad loss. She was certainly a highly thought of lady.

There will be many thousands who have benefited from her knowledge (me for one). I do miss seeing her avitar on these boards and reading the posts.

RIP Lyndal

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wide-world-of-stamps — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 21:08:54 GMT

Such sad news, and especially at this time of year.

Her posts were always very informative and taught me a lot.

Our thoughts go to her family and friends.

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the_great_she_elephant — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 01:12:10 GMT

❤️R I P Lyndal. ❤️

You didn't pull your punches and I know you got up a few noses, but you were always a good friend to me.

I shall miss you, but in my imagination you will be forever out there somewhere with PJ, serving it up to all the numpties.

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janeababe — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 07:56:18 GMT

Lyndal was one of the very best.
I am deeply saddened by the news that she has passed.
We both came to the boards around the same time, approx 15yrs ago, and we soon became eBay friends. I had a lot of respect for her and she was a wealth of wisdom, knowledge and compassion. ….. and ….. like me, she didn’t suffer fools lightly! 😆

I never met her, but she always made you feel you had been friends for years and years! That’s the sort of person she was, a true friend.

I hope that Lyndal is at peace and free from all of life’s turmoils.

Rest In Peace my friend. You are dearly missed.

xxxj 💋

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springyzone — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 19:44:27 GMT

Such sad news. RIP Lyndal.