Derbyshire Ram 1939-2007

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May 27, 2009 (7:10 am)

Punisher/Genesis Project - Genetix

Thinking of you today Barry. R.I.P

May 14, 2009 (9:03 am)

-= Cynic =-

RIP d00d.

May 10, 2009 (7:03 pm)

rambo II/ the Bit Boys

I didnt know him , but i am very imprested that there is still a scene and a spirit between all the c64 sceners from the old days rem,ebering good friends and partners. greetings to all of you rambo II/the Bit Boys

Mar 13, 2009 (11:29 pm)

Mark/Android TSS

Well never got to meet this great guy, but if it wasent for his time i would never been a fan of the c64 he made my days when the envelope turned up at door telling me how to put cheats and intros on front of many games, he had the patience of a saint. just like to say thanks mark/android tss

Dec 22, 2008 (6:06 am)

The Shadow

You were a legend in my time and will always remain a legend...

Oct 19, 2008 (12:51 pm)

The Vengeance/Onslaught

To this very day I still think of my wonderful phonecalls, swap times and of course the wonderful visit with both Barry and Ann. Hence the next issue of Vandalism News the gold edition dedicated to derbyshire ram former editor of the magazine. Watch for it soon it come. Out of the frying pan into the fire.

Oct 12, 2008 (6:39 pm)

Vinny M

Still thinking of you Barry. Spent a lot of time looking at a lot of your work today. It\'s been a bright and beautiful day :)

May 27, 2008 (7:24 am)

Punisher/Genesis Project - Genetix

One year since my good friend Derbyshire Ram passed away. Thinking of you today Barry... RIP my friend.

Jan 28, 2008 (10:13 pm)

X-Radical

He was a legend in the c64 scene even when he was alive. As perhaps the oldest ever Member of the scene, the scene grew up with him, not (as with me) the other way around.

Jan 27, 2008 (11:21 pm)

Cavron/TRC&SCS

RIP

Jan 17, 2008 (8:32 am)

Skate (Emir Akaydin)

I\'ve seen many many cracks done by him. We have a little swap history too. R.I.P friend. You\'ll live in our demos.

Jan 14, 2008 (8:21 am)

Mustaine

Rest in Peace. One of the greatest friend and scener that we have seen.

Jan 13, 2008 (9:03 am)

Ann Joynes

Wishing all Barry\'s (Derbyshire Ram) friends and contacts on the C64 a very happy New Year for 2008. The warm and affectionate comments on the Memorial Site and the personal wishes to me and to the family after we lost him were a great comfort to us all. Thank you all very much. From Ann Joynes and Family. (Derby\'s wife)

Nov 29, 2007 (3:10 am)

Dasloshed/Padua

I have just learned of this news and I\\\\\\\'m very, very saddened by it. I swapped with Barry for a few years and he was always friendly, speedy, and returned sendings with pure quality. He was, without doubt, one of the best crackers in scene history, and the best I’d personally swapped with. I am very proud to have known him. Rest in peace Barry, old friend.

Jul 25, 2007 (6:30 pm)

Rough (Adam Huemer)

Sad news, but I expected it to come after reading about his constant health problems on Remember\'s homepage. I had a short but very nice swap time with Barry in the 90s. Fare well to the grand king of C64 Scene Life.

Jul 21, 2007 (10:56 am)

DJ Gruby/Oxyron (ex-Cactus/Oxyron)

Barry, I\'ll always remember You! You\'ve always been on of my best penpals. I\'ve learned so much about the scene & life from You. Still got all those things you\'ve sent me from England, they\'ll bring me great memories till my last days...

Jul 19, 2007 (7:40 pm)

Frenchflair

i\'ve swapped a few time with him in early 90\'s ... a really sad news ... Rest in peace Barry ... my condolence to his family!!

Jul 12, 2007 (1:13 pm)

Megasnail of Nato

Peace be upon you Barry, He was an exceptional chap; he would always encourage me not to quit the scene and never to give up on mankind. You will be in my thoughts. I only partly remember his address but I will still like to send a condolences card, if this would be ok with his family.

Jul 12, 2007 (1:12 pm)

Nik of Ikari

This is very sad news indeed. I can still remember the first time Barry called me and asked if I could send him new releases that he\'d distribute for us. We used to get loads of calls like this and I guess I was lucky that on this occassion I agreed to do it, must have been 20 years ago. Barry was true to his word and spread the new releases far and wide very quickly. It got to the stage that the first thing I\'d do when cracking/downloading anything was to send it to Barry and let him do the rest. RIP Barry, you were a true gentleman.

Jul 12, 2007 (1:11 pm)

Higgie

:( This is terrible! And as if it was a big bad joke i just read an interview (scene world #8, AFAIR) with him yesterday. I never talked to him. but to me he was an institution. he has always been there, from the days I entered the scene till today! What a great loss! R.I.P.

Jul 12, 2007 (1:11 pm)

Mason

Goodbye to a good old friend in the scene, which I had contact to from 1988 till he passed away. He was one of the greatest guys in the scene ever. Everyone here will surely agree with me on this.

Jul 04, 2007 (4:32 pm)

Junkie/Extend/Doom Patrol

I was deeply saddened to hear the news about Barry\'s death. I will remember him as a kind person who wrote long letters and was always friendly. I will miss him. My deepest condolences to Ann and Barry\'s family. Rest in peace old friend.

Jun 29, 2007 (10:30 pm)

Cristiano

Rest in pace

Jun 29, 2007 (10:21 pm)

CreaMD

My deepest condolences to the family. Rest in peace, Barry.

Jun 29, 2007 (9:32 pm)

SyntaxError/Level21

Rest in peace old friend.

Jun 29, 2007 (6:35 pm)

Six/Style

On behalf of my entire group, I would like to extend our deepest condolences. This is a tragic loss to our community, and he will be missed.

Jun 28, 2007 (10:33 pm)

Stu / PVC

I\'m very sad to hear that Barry has passed away. He helped me get started in the scene many years ago and was an absolute gent. Whilst Barry is no longer with us, his name will never be forgotten as one of the true legends of the CBM64 scene. Rest in Peace.

Jun 28, 2007 (10:06 pm)

Marauder/GSS

always sad to see a true scener passing away, and I believe you were such one, though I didn\'t knew you personally. All my respect and rest in peace. My deepest condolence and best wishes to family and friendz!

Jun 28, 2007 (9:08 pm)

Britelite/Dekadence

I regret that I never got to know him, as he truly was a legend. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest in Peace.

Jun 28, 2007 (8:29 pm)

Zeus/Remember

Barry, the godfather of C64. Europe\'s No 1 Accept no limits Generations ahead Barry fills all those old teen slogans with spirit. It was a pleasure being in the same group with him. All the best to his family and thank you for being a friend. Yours, René

Jun 27, 2007 (9:52 pm)

zaphod/Antimon

My deepest condolences. Rest in peace Barry.

Jun 25, 2007 (10:50 am)

Lcf/SCS*TRC

I remember chatting with him over the phone when Splatterhead and I called him with AT&T cards, talking about which cracks were coming up and all... It was really interesting to have him in the scene, he added another shade of color to an already colorful scene... RIP

Jun 25, 2007 (10:49 am)

Splatterhead/SCS*TRC

just todat I heared the news about Barry... It\'s a sad thing to hear. I will remember him as a true devoted 64 scener who was always a fast swapper, fast cracker and always had time for a chat on the phone or who remembered your b-days and sent out x-mas cards...Rest in peace Barry!

Jun 25, 2007 (7:41 am)

The Warden [-NEPA-]

From our family to yours, our thoughts and prayers are with you as we are deeply saddened by the loss.

Jun 25, 2007 (7:33 am)

Metal Maniac / Dual Crew

Rest in peace, my thoughts are with his family in this tragic moment.

Jun 24, 2007 (1:35 am)

CenTraX./.Agoyn Design

Rest in Peace friend ...

Jun 23, 2007 (11:16 am)

Dohi/C64HQ

I didn\'t know him personally, but derbyshire ram was (and still is) one of my favorite crackers. he will be greatly missed. rest in peace, barry.

Jun 22, 2007 (10:15 am)

irata/trsi

hey what happppppend telll me more i would like to start a \"real oldschoooool magazine\"we will release in da 21th century on blueray diskmet so many old legends lately best regards ya alltimeoverseas friend in rsi.trsi.europe

Jun 22, 2007 (9:44 am)

Sneaper/F4CG

I was shocked when i heard about that. It really is a big loss for the scene. May you rest in peace now. I will always remember you as a great person.

Jun 22, 2007 (5:55 am)

X-Raffi

Oh God, not another one, Derby ..... :(He was THAT Hero of the 64, he was there, ever, always ...Never left, always loved his little Computer.I hate it to get Old and see how many of my Old 64 Friends are dying. But for what i?m sure is : That the Name Derbyshire Ram will always stay together with the C-64 Scene.Rest in Peace Barry and we will meat again at a better Place.

Jun 22, 2007 (4:06 am)

randall / msl

Derbyshire Ram is the name I remember since childhood, he always was there with fresh releases, for us all to enjoy. may he rest in peace.

Jun 21, 2007 (10:02 am)

Kik / Gold Israel

RIP

Jun 21, 2007 (8:26 am)

F4CG Crew

Barry was among the very few sceners that were respected by EVERYONE involved in the scene one way or another and a source of inspiration for many. I\'ll remember Barry for his passion and his great contributions to the real scene. Rest in peace. / Sixx

Jun 21, 2007 (2:28 am)

Omnimind/Gorkifiers

Sad to hear this. It is strange, i came home from a catholic monastery in the Swedish countryside, where i have been working on my master degree in human ecology. Im not a catholic or even a christian, but yes i do belive that matter and mind are more complex issues than we might understand, and also know from my interest in quantum physics that the universe is something completely different than what it seems to be, so i belive that the outdated words \"God\" and \"Soul\" does have something to do with this strange experience we call life. At the monastery i thought a bit about life and death, and today i checked out c64.sk for the first time in months (shame on me..), and saw this sad news. Im just another little person in this world but i do send my compassion and love for whatever it is worth, and keep on wondering if events like this death will make more sense 100000 years from now if our speices is still around then. I dont know if we will know then, but im not pessimistic about it. Maybe we are just in the very beginning of our long journey. Who knows?This page was a good and great idea.Take care, and keep careing!/Bj?rn

Jun 20, 2007 (9:55 am)

Twilight / ex-ARCADE

Rest in Peace... :(

Jun 20, 2007 (12:30 am)

Chipmonk

R.I.P.

Jun 20, 2007 (12:22 am)

Nori/Crypt

I want to send all my respect and condolences to your familly.May you will find peace and serenity.RIP

Jun 19, 2007 (8:37 am)

Copkiller/Impact

Rest in Peace. my uncle also died in cancer a while ago. have a safe journey and forget the pain and suffering you left behind.

Jun 19, 2007 (7:11 am)

AJ/TRC&SCS

Derbyshire Ram, thanks for the great moments in the C-64 time! Rest in peace Barry.. i\'ll never forget you! My condolences to your family .

Jun 19, 2007 (7:09 am)

Burglar/SCS*TRC

Barry, we\'ll miss you all, it\'s too bad that nature hasn\'t given you a bit more time. Rest in peace bro, you will never be forgotten and you will be missed. and as Fungus stated on csdb, you were a true pillar of the scene. Respect.

Jun 19, 2007 (3:09 am)

wingo/TRIAD ( when i was c64-ative active =) )

Seen many products with the Derbyshire Ram over the years testing games for the gamers guide. I\'ve read every scrolltext in crack intros. Repect. I have and will always remember your humble thoughts.

Jun 19, 2007 (2:37 am)

SILVER BULLET

I never had the privilege of swapping with Derbyshire Ram, but when i entered the scene way back in good old 1989 i remember the very first disks i received contained some of his cracks. This guy is a true C64 legend, he may be gone, but he certainly won\'t be forgotten. My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to all his family. May you rest in peace...

Jun 19, 2007 (12:14 am)

Yazoo/Oxyron

my deepest respect to derbyshire... i never swapped with him or whatever, but i know his name back from 1989 when i started all my activitys. may he rest in peace

Jun 18, 2007 (9:15 am)

axis/cascade

R.I.Pnever forget !!!

Jun 18, 2007 (8:24 am)

hbloxx

:-/

Jun 18, 2007 (8:08 am)

2ge/React

Dram, RIPespect!

Jun 17, 2007 (11:46 am)

Dr Steve Antony Williams - Steve Of Zenith

A good man and a good friend, I met Barry a few times at his home in Chesterfield. He always struck me as a good man who got on with everybody. I spoke to him on the phone many times and he helped me to get in touch with some old friends (such as Kernal) who I hadn\'t been in touch with for some time. I will miss him and my prayers are with his family. Thanks for Ironfist for letting me know about this.

Jun 17, 2007 (11:26 am)

Metal Maniac / Dual Crew

Rest in peace, my thoughts are with his family in this tragic moment.

Jun 17, 2007 (9:25 am)

DeeKay/Crest

I\'ve unfortunately never met Barry or was in contact with him, but I enjoyed his work as countless others did, and I\'ve heard many a great story about him. He was the scene\'s granddad, kinda like a lighthouse that would always be around. It makes me sad to hear he passed away. My sincere condolences to his family, he will not be forgotten!

Jun 16, 2007 (11:00 am)

Bordeaux

So many years have passed since I was in contact with Barry and yet it seems like only last week.I hope my sadness will pass by remembering the impact he made to the lives of so many of us, so that I can treasure that memory for ever. Thank you Barry for being one of the best examples of what our scene had to offer!Rest in peace

Jun 16, 2007 (7:01 am)

Broti

Rest in Peace, Barry.We\'ll never forget you.

Jun 15, 2007 (10:10 am)

Violator/alphaflight

Sad news indeed I always enjoyed his nice letters and his great sendings. Barry was always happy to include that extra disks with a few requsted games. Talking to him on the phone was always a good time and I loved to hear his stories about his fascination with trains.RIP Barry, I and the rest of the scene will miss you greatly.

Jun 15, 2007 (9:37 am)

Rio/Gamebase 64 team

I was shocked to hear of Barry\'s passing because a lot of our work couldn\'t have been made possible without Barry\'s assistance. He was a friendly chap, and we always chatted about more personal things than just the huge pile of disks we received in the mail. I never met him in person but he often used to tell me how much he cared for and worried about Ann. I\'ve been looking back at some emails I saved from four years ago, and I find him reminiscing about his then upcoming Golden Wedding anniversary in a few years time, and wondering where all the time in his life had gone. I\'d been out of touch with him for years, but I\'m glad he saw the anniversary in. I\'ll have an \"amber nectar\" down here for you mate. Your intros will live long in our database and C64 history.

Jun 15, 2007 (8:24 am)

Freestyle (illusion, avantgarde)

The news on Barry\'s decease reached me 2 days ago. Eversince then I can\'t stop thinking about him. Barry was one of the sort of people who always thought positive and believed in the good side of people. Therefore Barry leaves a lot of c-64 friends and no enemies behind. Thank you for spending a couple of intense years together in ILS and AVT.In the history books of the c-64 scene, Barry is immortal and will live forever. My sincere condolences to his familiy and beloved ones.Thomas Canziani, Swizerland

Jun 15, 2007 (2:24 am)

Chancer / Cosine

Sad news for all who knew him (a lot of people) ,one of my favourite sceners has gone and a good friend back when I spoke to him more often, back in the day. A real legend that rep\'d the UK proud. Barry was good to talk to on the phone, always had good and encouraging things to say, main thing was he was a genuine/objective/friendly/humble guy.Condolences to his wife and family, He will be missed R.I.P Barry

Jun 14, 2007 (11:18 am)

Kickback/Venom

I don\'t post much here, but I respect Barry and at my up coming days in the c64 world admired him. Every ware back then had his touch on it.Even his name, so unique, as a person he was. Is very sad how time passes by so quickly and most people don\'t notice... Until something like this happens....Rest in peace good buddy!James

Jun 14, 2007 (10:22 am)

Intensity/Onslaught/Dekadence/Cosine/Gheymaid INC.

I have never had any contact to Barry, but I truely feel that this is a big loss for the scene. I send flowers to heaven above and put one rose into his grave. C64-Scene and your family and Friends will miss you.

Jun 14, 2007 (10:17 am)

the goblin / G*P

rest in peace and thanks for all you done for the scene , give hello to jr predator of the blasters up there , i\'m sure with you two everything will be ready when we\'ll all have to come .

Jun 14, 2007 (10:16 am)

Knoeki/DSS/GMI/SWA

May he rest in peace.

Jun 14, 2007 (10:11 am)

Artlace

Rest in peace, may the spirit of scene be with you.

Jun 14, 2007 (9:22 am)

Barfly of Extend

Respect!

Jun 14, 2007 (9:06 am)

Matt

a true legend left us.my thoughts go out to all of his family and friends. my deepest condolances.may barry rest in peace.

Jun 14, 2007 (7:33 am)

Danzig

Non Omnis Moria...The good not only die young... He was an institution and will be remembered by us all... THIS is why I\'m still proud to be, have been and will ever be part of this scene... Beyond all this crap we all admire each other in a strange way...My condolence is with his relatives, his friends and all of us we miss him and/or respected him...

Jun 14, 2007 (6:12 am)

Didi / Laxity

Sad to read that. Have been in contact with him for a few years some years ago. Was always nice to swap some stuff and write some smalltalk with him. :(

Jun 14, 2007 (4:37 am)

Xenonbyte/TxN

My condolences, in our scenehearts he will be.

Jun 14, 2007 (2:08 am)

A-Man/Xenon

Very sad! Rest in peace!

Jun 14, 2007 (12:06 am)

jhdhit

sad that you\'re gone..rest in peace, man.

Jun 13, 2007 (11:40 am)

Yogibear/Protovision

A great cracker and supplier gone.May you now have a nice place up there in heaven.64 Scene will never forget you!

Jun 13, 2007 (11:29 am)

Deev

"Derbyshire Ram" was one of the first names I ever remember seeing in a crack intro and it's always been clear to me that he was one of the most widely respected figures throughout scene history. I didn't know him as well as many others here, but I remember him a a nice bloke with lots of stories from scene history to tell. Very sad to hear this news, best wishes to Ann and family.

Jun 13, 2007 (11:14 am)

Falco/20CC

Another legend has passed away... rest in peace now.

Jun 13, 2007 (10:59 am)

feind

Another sad loss.. RIP.

Jun 13, 2007 (10:55 am)

Dishy/ex. Dominators

Yet another true legend has left us! I?m very very sorry to hear about this... I was in contact with Barry in the years 1991-1994. He was a big part of my active c64scene days. Last time I was in contact with him was in November 2001, where he sent me a greeting at the Remember site. Barry, I?ll never forget your kindness, long letters, support etc.. Seems what they say is true - good men die first...The scene will never forget you and will always try to keep the memories of you alive.May you rest in peace.Rolf Hvelplund Mousten, Denmark /Dishy

Jun 13, 2007 (10:31 am)

Proton

Rest in peace Barry.

Jun 13, 2007 (10:04 am)

rambones

Rest in peace Barry.The legend lives on in our hearts!

Jun 13, 2007 (9:32 am)

Anonymous

It really is amazing that a man can achieve such adoration in a scene that often seemed so bitter and anonymous. This is a testament to how Barry affected so many of us, possibly without ever realizing the impact he was making... even with the people he never knew or met.I am among those who never spoke to Barry, but hold his contributions to the scene I grew up quite dear. Thanks for everything, Barry. Hope I meet you on the other side. Rest well.

Jun 13, 2007 (8:46 am)

Goat

Dear Barry,I always enjoyed our trading and regret that our emails contact was reduced to a mail once a year.You always kept the C64 spirit alive - and now your spirit will be kept alive through your family and freinds!All the best to your family.THANK YOU!

Jun 13, 2007 (8:30 am)

Troublemaker/Crypt

I never knew Barry personally, but still i would like to show my respect to a scener that was a core part of the scene for many years.Rest in Peace.

Jun 13, 2007 (8:13 am)

Nomad/Sunrise

Damn... A legend is gone.

Jun 13, 2007 (6:45 am)

Thorn/ex-Avantgarde

I am very sad now, Barry. Rest in peace.

Jun 13, 2007 (6:42 am)

Vinny Mainolfi

You couldn\'t do anything BUT love the guy.He was C64 through and through.Sad times :(

Jun 13, 2007 (6:42 am)

Chotaire

Everybody liked you Barry.. And what you gave to other people will also live on in your family. You will never be really gone, ofcourse you'll stay!

Jun 13, 2007 (6:02 am)

Smasher/F4cg...

Barry was my hero. sigh! :-((

Jun 13, 2007 (5:05 am)

Macx

The c64 geezer that defined part of what made and makes this scene what it is, he is no more. True to the school, Barry was. Rest in peace, old chap.

Jun 13, 2007 (4:58 am)

Zapotek

rest in peace Barry... you were one of the best swappers,always sent back so fast and with long friendly notes !

Jun 13, 2007 (4:38 am)

Anthrax/Chrome (aus)

Goodbye to one of the greatest c64 sceners.. A wonderful person and well respected around the world. Best wishes to family and friends at this sad loss..R.I.P.

Jun 13, 2007 (4:37 am)

Reset / Transcom

Kind regards to the family, . sad to hear. I was swapping w DerbyRam for quite a while... and it \'s quite a while ago actually. :) we are all getting old. we only have one life. let\'s enjoy it like he did.

Jun 13, 2007 (3:39 am)

Intruder/Genesis*Project/Remember/F4CG

i was that proud to have you as contact once barry. we always had nice and very long notes to write eachother. i still own that photo from you. see ya in c64-heaven!

Jun 13, 2007 (2:40 am)

Max Hall

I must say i was quite shocked and upset to read this post this morning. I was friends with Barry for many years when I was in the \"flat 3 hackers\" and we used to swap software and demos for many years. Barry also lived very close to us aswell so was not a problem getting to see him.I hope he rests in peace and will be sadly missed by all in the C64 community thats for sure. All the bestMax Hall(Max of the Flat 3 Hackers)www.myspace.com/nauticdive

Jun 13, 2007 (1:45 am)

sim /the loop

Dear Barry,I do not know you and have never been talking/writing to you.Once I wanted to where there were an occasion, but thought youare too 'elite'.... How wrong I was... I am sorry. But it's notimportant now.Now, when you are 'there', you face different affaires, not 'how to get hot originals', 'how to improve and add ++++++to the game', nor 'gosh, there isn't enuff blocks on thediscs!! =/'.No one who has been involved in C=64 scene in any slightestway will forget your nick, cracks, and -what is most important- your friendly attitude.Barry, I wish you strenght and good luck. Take care there, man.+Introitus+-----------(Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Requiem)Requiem aeternam dona eis, Domine,et lux perpetua luceat eis.Te decet hymnus, Deus, in Sion,et tibi reddetur votum in Jerusalem.Exaudi orationem meam,ad te omnis caro veniet.Requiem aeternam dona eis, Domine,et lux perpetua luceat eis. ...My deepest sympathy to your familly and friends. We thinkpositively about all of you.

Jun 13, 2007 (12:44 am)

Viscid/Neoplasia

Rest in everlasting peace. We'll miss you, with respect.

Jun 13, 2007 (12:16 am)

Benson / TRSI

One of the famoust sceners has left us. Almost everyone knows his name, but the name will live on, in all the work he did on the C64. Rest in peace.

Jun 13, 2007 (12:15 am)

Alias Medron/Padua

One legend less on this earth..one more in heaven..RIP Barry.

Jun 13, 2007 (12:02 am)

Case/Padua

I remember first seeing an Intro raistlin made for him back in 1989. Rest in peace.

Jun 12, 2007 (11:39 am)

Nafcom

Wow, this is so shocking and sad to hear about the death of yet another scener and nice person. Rest in peace and thanks for you having been a part of the C64 scene!

Jun 12, 2007 (11:37 am)

Gene/Dom/ILS

Sad to hear this. You were always a nice and popular guy. If they have mailtrading in heaven, you'll definately be God's right hand.

Jun 12, 2007 (11:27 am)

ALiEN

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Barry.

Jun 12, 2007 (11:20 am)

The Ignorance/N0S

Have fun in Commodoreworld in heaven.We had a short time in AFL together.R.I.P.

Jun 12, 2007 (10:48 am)

Scorpie/F4CG

Sunday a good friend left us, I called him grandpa, he called me his grandson. Over the years we knew eachother he shared his wisdom with me, not only concerning the C64 but also about matters in real life. Barry was one of the few persons who had a real vision, his aim was not to be the worlds' biggest swapper' (although he was), but to be a good person on whom others could rely. He was the stronghold for many of us. Now he's gone. But remember my good old friend, you will always have a nice place in my heart !!! All the best up there. My condolences and strength go out to Ann and the rest of the family.Your grandson, Jo aka Scorpie

Jun 12, 2007 (10:32 am)

Zyron

Rest in peace. You'll be remembered.

Jun 12, 2007 (10:31 am)

Almighty God/Onslaught

Really, A great guy great cracked... great spirit. We'll miss you ...

Jun 12, 2007 (10:29 am)

The Overkiller / Hokuto Force

Rest in peace Barry. You were one of the oldest c64 sceners and surely everyone will miss you. Goobye !!!!

Jun 12, 2007 (10:15 am)

Hok/Remember

Dear Barry, I am very sad to hear that you have left us all. Also I am sorry not to have spoken or mailed with you for quite some time. I remember you as an honourable man and a reliable friend. I remember having spoken to you on the phone for a couple of times, even when I was in London at the ECTS show speaking over Richie's cell phone. We almost would have met there in person, but unfortunately you couldn't make it there back at that time. I will miss you. So will what is left of the 64 scene and the many condolences here and all over other forums speak for themselves. Rest in peace old friend.

Jun 12, 2007 (9:54 am)

SLC

First of all, my condolences to the family. I never knew Derbyshire Ram personally, but did exchange a few mails with him some time ago. A really nice guy, and a true legend to the C64 scene who kept it going to the very end. Rest in peace.

Jun 12, 2007 (9:53 am)

Stirf/ROLE

Who didn't know this remember this cool scener, too sad he passed away, respect

Jun 12, 2007 (9:43 am)

Raf/Vulture Design

I always wanted to speak with the oldest scener on the globe. now there is no such chance anymore :( RIP

Jun 12, 2007 (9:43 am)

Nightlord/Glance

RIP true legend

Jun 12, 2007 (9:42 am)

Hok/Remember

Jun 12, 2007 (9:37 am)

DaNDeE/REM

Sad! Sad, that you are gone now. One of the best. Although we had not much to do with each other, I always liked reading his mails, as his point of view was always kind of... wise. Rest in Peace, Barry. We'll miss you...

Jun 12, 2007 (9:07 am)

Jack Alien/Remember

Rest in Peace, Barry... thanks for the friendship we had in all the years, we in Remember will miss you. My deepest condolences to his family.

Jun 12, 2007 (8:57 am)

Punisher/Genesis Project - Genetix

Very very sad indeed, Barry was the most respected C64 scener ever in my option.... When he talked or sent out a Disk Note about anything people listened to him... I knew Barry for about 15 years or more and we kept in touch with each other from time to time. I spoke to Barry a few times last year while he was going through the treatment and even sent him a few wee things in the post last year to cheer him up.... This memorial site just goes to show how well known and liked Barry was... My deepest sympathy and condolences to his wife and family. Rest in peace Barry... - Derbyshire Ram - Gone But Not Forgotten -

Jun 12, 2007 (8:20 am)

Ne7/Triad

Sad news... :( My condolences go out to his family

Jun 12, 2007 (8:02 am)

Ready./Level64

I never met him, nor have been closed to him, since I joined the Commodore scene only a few years ago, but I what to join his family and the whole Commodore scene in this sad moment. May God welcome him into Heaven and relief his wife's, his children's and our suffering for this loss.

Jun 12, 2007 (8:02 am)

Richard/TND

I heard of Derbyshire RAM, but never saw many of his stuff. It is very sad to lose someone who was involved with the C64 scene's history. Rest in Peace Barry and may you releases live on :)

Jun 12, 2007 (7:54 am)

Weasel / Padua (ex-Crazy / ex-Avantgarde etc.)

Just read about this really _saaaad_ news...Well, the most is already said here in all those posts before from various good (scene)friends of mine.I knew Barry from back in the good old days around ~1987-1993 when I was most active in the c64 scene and also was proud to be also a member of a group he has joined then as well.Sadly I never had a chance to meet him personally but I always knew that he is and was a great guy, pal and _scener_ for life!So rest in peace now and forever.You'll never ever be forgotten in and from the real scene!!!With great honor,Juergen aka Weasel/ex-Avantgarde

Jun 12, 2007 (7:53 am)

Fzool/Salva Mea/Smash Designs

The best swapper from the UK, it was a great time! Send the stamps back, Barry. Rest in Peace!

Jun 12, 2007 (7:37 am)

JRC/TBI+TRC

Derbyshire Ram was my first real elite contact. I had no real strong relashionship with him during all that time, but he make me get back to my memories of the early days of computering stuff ,when everything was new and exciting. If anytime I have been labeled myself of junk to anything, was that time, that C64 time... Boys, we are not teenagers any longer, some of use we used to have join beers together with no other responsabilities than cracks and new releases, now some of us are married and even some with kids. Life is passing thru...

Jun 12, 2007 (7:23 am)

TMB/Pulsar

a name which was always present in the c64 scene, you will be missed. r.i.p.

Jun 12, 2007 (6:51 am)

Pol Pot/Holiday Inn, Cambodia BBS

So sorry to hear about your loss. I was one of many in the scene who counted Barry as not just a cracker but a friend. It was always good when he logged into my BBS and found a few minutes to chat and say hello. I was fortunate to be in a position to get to know him.It doesn't seem to mean as much our modern-day world of 64-bit, multi-gigabyte computers; but Barry was one of the best traders and crackers when people had to know their code inside and out and actually had to be efficient at what they did. That kind of genius is all but dead these days because nobody has to think about how many CPU cycles or bits they use.Rest in peace my friend. Condolences to your loved ones, you are sorely missed. Your name is forever etched in a place of high regard in the 8-bit scene.Dave in Northern California

Jun 12, 2007 (6:51 am)

Unlock/Padua

Barry, thanks for being present in my memories as one of those that has been around since I started in the scene back then. Rest in peace, and enjoy being wherever you are now! We will never forget you!

Jun 12, 2007 (6:49 am)

scapegoat/Topaz Beerline/Extend

I am happy and honoured that I had the chance to swap with the friendliest of them all. Rest in peace, Barry. My condolences to the friends and family.

Jun 12, 2007 (6:37 am)

Stan / h!Tm3N / BRAINfART

What a sad news. I didn't know about his desease and I feel sorry, that our contact had slowed down the recent years. I always will remember him as such a friendly guy, I think sometimes it was not easy for him to cope with such young folks like us - starting wars and stuff. RIP my friend.

Jun 12, 2007 (6:19 am)

CRD/Samar

May you rest in peace, Barry. You were truly one of the best crackers, trainers and suppliers in the United Kingdom, and we will miss you greatly.

Jun 12, 2007 (5:57 am)

Exile / Anubis / Civitas

Thanks for all those great cracks, you were and idiol for a lot of crackers. Rest in Peace.

Jun 12, 2007 (5:52 am)

linus/triad

Rest in Peace Derbyshire Ram.

Jun 12, 2007 (5:37 am)

Ghost/Excess

it was a honour to swap with you, Barry ! rest in peace friend.

Jun 12, 2007 (5:12 am)

Commander/Role

Serge and Nancy will miss you, Barry! I remember our swapping days in the old scene-days (The Blue Guard/Guardian Angels will never forget you).

Jun 12, 2007 (5:07 am)

Ramos/Samar/HVSC Crew

rest in peace.

Jun 12, 2007 (4:41 am)

Fungus

Derbyshire Ram will never be forgotten in the c-64 scene. I had the pleasure of meeting him while being a member of Remember. He was always very nice and I have much respect for him. He was a pillar of our scene. He will be sorely missed in the years to come.Rest In Peace Barry.

Jun 12, 2007 (4:28 am)

xIII /WOW

rip

Jun 12, 2007 (4:23 am)

vigo

rest in peace mr.dram

Jun 12, 2007 (4:22 am)

DJB/Onslaught/Blues Muz'

This is a tragic time for the whole scene.I did have the honour of being a contact of Derby's for a while, even spoke to him on the phone a few times. He was a very friendly guy, especially since I was a 16 yr old kid back then hehe.I was speaking to other people from other scenes about him, and we all agree that he should be in the scene hall of fame, not just for C64, but in general. His dedication was unquestionable, and it really touched me when I heard today from JC that he passed.Rest in peace Barry, we are all still thinking of you...

Jun 12, 2007 (4:21 am)

Trash/Vermes

Really nice man you were. Safe journey.

Jun 12, 2007 (3:11 am)

Tricket / Dom

This is awfull. One of my best scene friends ever, passed away. Barry, you was a very special person for me. Long letters, long phonecalls. I nearly had to break your arm, to get you into DOM, as you ment you were not worthy. You became a true Dominator. God bless you and your family, you will always be among us. Rest in peace, we will miss you.In respect,Jesper aka Tricket/Dominators

Jun 12, 2007 (3:06 am)

Manik

Barry was one of my best contacts, as an swapper or an cracker and as a friend too. He never forget on my birthday and always sent a postcard. I still have his first letter, where he introduced himself. His first letters were 'I'm 56 years old ...' well it was years ago and all those years we known each other we were still in contacts. Rest in peace Barry!

Jun 12, 2007 (2:50 am)

RoBoCop/ATLantis

I'm very sorry to hear that a good old contact from the past lost his last big fight. I'll never forget you Barry! Rest in Peace!

Jun 12, 2007 (2:47 am)

anonym/padua

Rest in peace, Barry, you will be dearly missed by your family and us, your extended family.

Jun 12, 2007 (2:35 am)

Dafunk

Rest in piece, Barry. The community will always remember you.

Jun 12, 2007 (2:11 am)

Jucke

Rest in Peace Derbyshire Ram. I will always remember you as one of the friendliest on the c64 scene. Your dedication and your love and respect to fellow c64 people. I told myself long ago that when I become an old man, I want to be like you. And now you are gone. Goodbye Barry. You will be missed.

Jun 12, 2007 (2:01 am)

dalezy/triad

sad news, rest in peace.

Jun 12, 2007 (1:33 am)

Wisdom/Crescent

Derby was one of the few that gained respect of almost everyone in the scene, be it with his releases or with his dedication to C64, albeit his age was well over the average.Rest in peace Derbyshire Ram.

Jun 12, 2007 (1:05 am)

Druid/Agony Design/(ex-Avantgarde)

It was a honor for me to be in one group with such a legendary scener, so dedicated to C64 scene. And now he passed away. This is very sad moment for all of us. You will always stay in our memory Barry. Rest in peace. *very sad*

Jun 12, 2007 (1:05 am)

Casual Dude - Fusion

There a less and less of us left every year - Some how - people like us have to pick up and move on, but NEVER forgot the fallen ones. My Very BEST wishes to all the friends and family. RIP. Mark

Jun 12, 2007 (1:01 am)

Morpheus/Flash Incorporated/C64.COM

I swapped with Barry for a couple of years, and he was always the kindest person to me. He will be missed but certainly not forgotten. Rest in Peace, pal.

Jun 12, 2007 (12:39 am)

Archmage

Rest in peace.

Jun 12, 2007 (12:38 am)

Hero/illusion

My good old pal Barry - I will always miss you. Sorry i cant find words to write right now. This was sad - i will always remember you. R.I.P - you are the best man in the world.Odd Harry BakkliNorway

Jun 12, 2007 (12:31 am)

Secret Man

..all of us know it and non of us show it but when its down to the heart i guess all of us are the same.You will never walk alone......We will miss you Barry..........

Jun 12, 2007 (12:30 am)

tomz/TIDE

Farewell Barry,you touched so many in the scene,you were a living legend and will be sorely missed by many, my condolences go out to his family.Truly a sad loss....

Jun 12, 2007 (12:16 am)

Merman

A true legend in the scene, and so sad to hear of his passing. I only traded with him for a short while, but it was a pleasure to have known him. Respect and peace to Barry, my thoughts are with his family.

Jun 12, 2007 (12:04 am)

merrlin

Barry was a unique person in the commodore 64 scene. Not only reliable like a Swiss clock. But no matter how many people he was sending his disks to, he would have a personal message for each and every one of them. This combination made every new parcel from him a special treat. For that reason I would always open others first and leave his to be openend in the end, as a wonderful desert for a great postal meal.It is for that reason that I am filled with great sadness. Though we never meat in person and even lost contact over the years, I still feel as losing a great friend.My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Barry or Derbyshire Ram as we knew him best.

Jun 12, 2007 (12:03 am)

Jazzcat/Onslaught

I’m sorry to have to tell you all that Derbyshire Ram (Barry), former member of groups like Dominators, Illusion and Avantgarde passed away peacefully at his home early on Sunday morning, 27th of May.He has been so brave and fought cancer with every bit of effort he could find for four years. Right up until the Saturday evening prior was he sitting in his chair with all his children around him.Rest in peace old friend.