From Natalie Visser
I can't tell you how upsetting are these news. Back at home I have been
trying to recollect things from James like old pictures, a little mug
that he gave me for my birthday, little things that have always meant a
lot to me. As a foreigner, he always made me feel at home and his smile
was ever so refreshing. James was outstandingly athletic, he always
seemed to have an incredible ability to learn and pick up skills easily.
In the pitch he liked to work hard and he was very good. For those who
remember, I think he came out with 'fancy shit' and described how
painful was one of his lay outs with: 'shit, I haven't landed yet!!!'
Not surprisingly he was a lot of girls's platonic love, including me,
particularly when I first found out he was almost 8 years younger than
me!! oh well!!
But beyond his great skills and abilities, James was a very fair and
kind person, a quality that reflected the way he treated others (I
remember particularly his brother). I will always think of James as a
very strong and loving character. Last time I saw him was during the
COED tournament in Cambridge this year, and I am so glad I got to see
you one more time and recieved such a unique and embracing hug. Very
many thanks. I will miss and remember you. Love, Natalie
PS: Dave, please pass my regards particularly to his mom and brother.