Scott Sharpe
On the afternoon of Thursday 5th August Scott Sharpe was killed in a tree felling accident whilst working near Launceston.
Scott was one of the great arborists and tree workers of Australia; a past Victorian tree climbing competition winner and leading contract climber. Tree workers from all over Australia will remember him for his good humour, his wealth of expertise and the enthusiasm with which he shared it. His technical climbing and equipment knowledge were world-class, in recognition of which he had recently accepted a seat on the technical advisory committee of the international tree climbing competition. His loss is a severe blow for our entire industry.
Scott had recently moved back to Tasmania with his family to start a business. We send our deepest sympathies and condolences to his wife and children.
Some of Scott’s colleagues and friends will be meeting to remember him at 3pm on Tuesday 10th August, at the Notting Hill Hotel on Ferntree Gully Rd., across from Cannings. Further details will be posted presently.
Jim Trouse says:
August 6th, 2010 at 9:11 pm
RIP Scotty you will be missed and never forgotten, thanks for everything you have taught myself and many others. Regards to the sharpe family.
Tyrone oliver says:
August 6th, 2010 at 9:36 pm
Gonna miss ya a lot mate.
Thoughts and prayers to the family he was a true friend and great mate. The tree industry has been blessed to have had someone of his passion and love for what he did, he will be sorely missed and always remembered as one of the greats.
Regards Tyrone
Theclimbingdutchman says:
August 7th, 2010 at 10:21 am
WE are so sad to hear this news. Cant believe as he was the most professional climber around. He will be sorely missed. This is a shock to us we feel for his family. We will remember him fondly.
Rest in Peace
Daniela Rosenfeld says:
August 7th, 2010 at 10:25 am
oh boy, why do all the good ones go so early.
Scott was the angel of the trees. Great smile, wonderful personality and he was kind enough to support us in our news business. So enthusiastic for life!!!He took a rake in his backpack back to Tassie when we saw him at the Climbing Comp in SA.
SO sad.
Please send our condolences to his family.
KInd Memories
Daniela and Jay
Brad Bowden says:
August 7th, 2010 at 7:03 pm
hey buddy who will take over Mr Nice Guy?, the industry friend – the guy who tapered a splice for regulation!, SRT’d a karri 80m (Eucalyptus diversicolour), you are an absolute legend and we will we miss you dearly… Brad
JayD says:
August 7th, 2010 at 7:26 pm
R.I.P fellow Arborist, My condolences to family and friends.
David Reale-Key says:
August 8th, 2010 at 8:41 am
You were the most passionate and committed person I knew to your industry. I will never forget the many times when you lived around the corner from me and Kim when I would come by your garage and chat and watch you invent something new. Going to miss you greatly my friend. All our prayers to Olivia and the kids.
Peter Walker Rayco says:
August 8th, 2010 at 10:23 am
Truly a nice guy and the biggest smile ever in the industry. When ever we met at camps or comps Scottie was always happy to help out and always happy to have a chat. RIP
Sean Freeman says:
August 8th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
Scott will be greatly missed, as others have said he was always generous with his time especially when competing, making even the most inexperienced climber feel part of big family.
His smile and his warm friendship will be sorely missed at conferences and climbing comps. My condolences to his friends and family.
Simon Maloney says:
August 8th, 2010 at 1:16 pm
Scott was not only a world class good bloke but one of those rare people no one had a bad word to say about.he gave more to an industry than anyone else .Arbor camp qld will missed his inthusisim his cheeky smile and that increditable knowlegde that never seem to run out.to oliver and the girls .your husband and faher will be remembered for being a great man.and i wish you all my support and condolences. Queensland is in morning along with the world .
Jordan Glossop says:
August 8th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
Scotty, what a great guy! His efforts and love for our tree people all over Australia will be greatly missed. Won’t forget the Arbor Camps in which he would travel all the way over to Western Australia here to help us gain more knowledge, experience and love for the industry. He always had time and energy for anyone, at any time. We will never forget Scott and send my deepest sympathy to his family.
Cherrie Neale says:
August 8th, 2010 at 5:13 pm
My heart goes out to Scott’s family and friends. He was not only one of the best tree climbers in Australia, he was a beautiful person who was always happy to share his skills and knowlege all with a smile! I’ll miss you Scotty xoxo
Lee says:
August 8th, 2010 at 5:23 pm
Scott was our greatest tree climbing instructor and a person who inspired us to climb forward during his visit to singapore.
Scotty mate, we will miss you forever.
our condolences to his family.
minta says:
August 8th, 2010 at 7:27 pm
your awesome scotty
minta says:
August 8th, 2010 at 7:27 pm
RIP ILL MISS U
Geoff Page says:
August 8th, 2010 at 9:12 pm
Scotty, I’ve been thinking about you and your family all weekend. You will be missed by everyone here at Treescape and in the tree industry.
May you rest in peace.
Condolences to his family and friends.
didjon says:
August 9th, 2010 at 5:06 am
RIP Scotty my thoughts are with your wife and children
didj
Kurt Quambusch - Arbor Age says:
August 9th, 2010 at 7:31 am
I couldnt beleive the news, its a real shock to loose Scott in this way, he was a true professional. Its a very sad time for everyone in the industry at this time.
My thoughts go out to his family.
Rodney Page says:
August 9th, 2010 at 9:27 am
Oh Scotty, your smile, your friendly outgoing demeanor, the eagerness in which you embraced all things Arboricultural and the friend you were to everyone, your a legend, you will be missed. My heart goes out to Olivier and your beautiful daughters.
Aaron and Sarah says:
August 9th, 2010 at 9:45 am
We just want someone to ring and tell us it isn’t true…
Our hearts go out to Olivia and the girls and everyone who cared for Scott like we did. He was honestly one of the best guys we have ever known.
We will miss you always buddy
Alex & Angela says:
August 9th, 2010 at 11:31 am
Scotty had a unique ability to be your mate the first time you met him. He was a genuine, beautiful human being, one of life’s true gentlemen with a huge smile that matched his huge heart! It was always a pleasure to share our home with him whilst he was in Western Australia doing what he does best, sharing his wealth of knowledge with everyone!
Our hearts go out to Olivia and the girls.
We will miss you mate!
Vermeer Victoria says:
August 9th, 2010 at 11:45 am
Scott, Your legacy will remain the in the tree industry for ever. Our thoughts are with your wife and family.
Youl’ll be sadly misssed.
From the team at Vermeer Victoria
Gavin London says:
August 9th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
A genuine person with the biggest smile. You will be missed.
ARBORMASTER AUST says:
August 9th, 2010 at 1:39 pm
We will remember Scotty,
The first Tasmainian state climbing champion
And number one gentleman
Deepest sympathy to Olivia and kids
Arbormaster Team
Dimitrios Triantafyllopoulos says:
August 9th, 2010 at 2:11 pm
I have had both the honour and privelege of sharing our worlds through work,leisure and passion for trees.Scott had an infectious smile and the most precise and clinical attitude to his role in the arboriculture field.His expertise,calm and assured manner means he transcended the boundaries of his work and destroyed the stereotype of arborists.I am a mere horticulturist but we bonded in our own unique way and that is precisely the point.He was of another world,affected many people and will be remembered for an array of virtues and strengths that exceeded the limits of connection.I also had the opportunity to view him outside the walls of his work and he is even warmer,more caring and one very interested soul.I called him Scotland McGregor the tree caring world champion…..The King is dead long live Scotty………
vera bizzell says:
August 9th, 2010 at 2:34 pm
I can’t beleive it. It is hard to beleive that someone like him could ever have any misfortune befall him. He was such a special, significant, illuminating individual. It always felt like such a priviledge to even be around him. ..
…May he rest in peace and harrass the ‘Man Upstairs’ with some new rope tricks. I hope there’s some big trees up there for him.
The shell must break before the bird can fly…Journey on Scotty.
Ow Siew Ngim says:
August 9th, 2010 at 3:01 pm
At first,i only knew how to ascend.Scott came over to Singapore and taught us how to fly.
It was just like yesterday that he stayed up after midnight to demonstrate his splicing skill to us.His selfless sharing had benefited us up to this day.He was the best teacher we ever had.My deepest condolences to his family and everybody who knew this great guy.
RIP Scott,thank you for giving us wings.You will be in our hearts forever.
From the Singapore climbers
Dave Franey says:
August 9th, 2010 at 3:03 pm
A true gentleman who will be sadly missed.
Jamie Paul says:
August 9th, 2010 at 4:06 pm
A sad day indeed. He will be missed.
My wife and I went to TAFE with Scott.
Lovely bloke.
Condolences to his family.
Jason Summers says:
August 10th, 2010 at 11:33 am
Sorry to hear about the sad news about Scott, one of lifes true gentlemen. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time. RIP Scott you will be missed and never forgotten the world needs more people like you!
Tony Aitkenhead. TTTC. Qld says:
August 10th, 2010 at 12:00 pm
So long Buddy We All will miss your cheeky smile skills & knowledge you openly shared. A True gentleman. The last time I saw scott He seid see you next time mate were ever that may be. I hope We catch up again some day & I hope theres trees to climb.
Our hartfelt condolences to the family.
Wesley Martin says:
August 10th, 2010 at 12:03 pm
It is a dangerous job, please dont take our skills for granted as even the best can have accidents. RIP Scott Sharpe.
My heart goes out to his family in thier time of tragedy.
Wes
Stuart Canning says:
August 10th, 2010 at 12:15 pm
Scott, one of life’s true gentlemen. You have enriched our lives, both professionally and personally, and have left a void that will be impossible to fill. Your smile, concern for others and friendship will be sorely missed.
Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with your wife and beautiful children.
RIP Scott – from all at Cannings
Darrell and June Mulberry says:
August 10th, 2010 at 3:44 pm
Our family has lost a well loved son
Love and support to our Granddaughter and Great Grandchildren.
A stunning blow to us all
Martin Tay says:
August 10th, 2010 at 7:22 pm
Our dearest Scott, your great personality and strong drive for Singapore tree industry will be deeply missed by all but will never be forgotten by any.
Our heart-felt condolence to his family.
Martin Tay says:
August 10th, 2010 at 7:34 pm
Our dearest Scott, your great personality and strong drive for Singapore tree industry will be deeply missed by all but will never be forgotten by any.
Our heart-felt condolence to the family of this great man.
Murray Evans says:
August 11th, 2010 at 9:58 am
Farewell Scotty. It was great knowing you and working with you. Condolences to your wife and family.
Peter & Marion Wandel (Peter's Mower & Chainsaws Cairns) says:
August 11th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
Both Marion & I were truly saddened to hear of Scotts accident. We had the priveledge of having Scotty stay with us while in Cairns a year or two ago while he was helping at a local tree climbing comp. A true gentleman and champion of the tree industry. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Scotts wife, children and extended family. God bless you Scott.
Jonathan Hobbs says:
August 11th, 2010 at 6:12 pm
Quite simply, a terrible loss.
I will always remember Scott as a true professional who was always prepared to unselfishly share his skills and knowledge with anyone who asked and in doing this, he probably saved others from injury and fatality …….. all in all a remarkable person.
As always, we all need to learn from this.
My condolences to Scott’s family.
Steven Brown says:
August 11th, 2010 at 10:11 pm
Rip Scotty you were a true legend and it was my pleasure to climb with you over the years.
Jarrod Whalen says:
August 12th, 2010 at 4:51 pm
So sad to have lost such a great inspiration to the industry.
Your all round knowledge was outstanding, thanks for teaching us the stuff you did.
R.I.P. all the guys at Austral
Peter Schwarzbauer says:
August 13th, 2010 at 9:07 am
I don’t think I can add anything that has not already been said. Scott our world was richer for you haven been with us. You will be in our hearts and minds forever hopefully making us a little like you.
Stefana Vella says:
August 20th, 2010 at 9:37 am
My sincerest condolences to all who knew and loved Scotty. Mayne Publications Arbor Age is featuring him in the next issue to honor his memory and contribution. If any have photos of Scotty at work or play that you feel are appropriate to share, we would love to honor his memory by sharing those with all.
Please email to svella@studio73.com.au
Thank you
sean hants says:
August 21st, 2010 at 9:59 pm
I was shocked and dismayed to hear of the loss of Scott just today (21st). A terrific bloke who was ubeleivably positive and a joy to be around. I feel sorrow for the great loss it must be for his family and friends.We’re all the poorer for the loss but much richer for having known him.
John Holliday says:
September 3rd, 2010 at 1:35 am
RIP treebrother.
Its been a month and we move on but the family still need help. I have donated at Arb Australia and ordered my roll of Yale SSharpe. C’mon tree people, let’s match the kind words written here with support for Scotties family.
PETER NEWMAN says:
September 16th, 2010 at 5:38 pm
will be greatly missed for his outstanding knowledge, and awesome friendship, only spoke a few days before this happened.
will have a few drinks for you mate and remember the ISAAC conference here in brisbane and the fun we all had. All my sympathy to the family and John Canning who i spoke to the same day.
Will be long remembered.
Ben Anderson says:
October 11th, 2010 at 3:50 pm
Scotty, you were the best instructor i had. You taught me so many great techniques and so much about mental preparedness for climbing, a real role model for someone who struggled so long.
Thankyou