tributes
Posted by Gayle Hegland on May 23, 2009
Love you Trent, and always will. Your LS friend, Gayle
Love you Trent, and always will. Your LS friend, Gayle
Posted by Brian MacCormaic on May 21, 2009
It's almost a year now since you were taken from us Trent. But we still don't know, and possibly never will know, who was responsible for your death, or what their motives were. Understandably, the expressions of disbelief and shock that swamped the Internet immediately after your death have since died down. But that does not mean we have forgotten you. There are still some who are fighting your cause, and trying to get justice in the case you were trying to uncover about the plight of the Maasai in Tanzania and their dispute with Thomson Safaris. But there are still many questions, so far unanswered, about this case: • Why was it that your laptop and camera were among the only items stolen (and never recovered), while your passport, cash and Visa cards were left behind by your murderers? • How come Thomson Safaris appear to have access to personal files from your laptop (and mine), which were given to the local District Commissioner in Loliondo, Tanzania? These were apparently given to the DC by Thomson’s local manager, Daniel. • Why have the District Commissioner in Loliondo, or the police in Nairobi not investigated this further, despite being informed of a possible link between the files and the people who stole your laptop? • And lastly, why have the Irish or New Zealand governments not held their own independent enquiries into your death. It seems the authorities in all countries concerned - Kenya, Tanzania, Ireland, and New Zealand, - are happy to forget you and your story. However, your friends in Kenya have not forgotten you. A small memorial service is planned for Saturday, 30 May at 2pm, at the site on Uhuru Highway where Trent's body was found. Will there be a memorial service in Salthill, Galway again this year to remember Trent? If anybody is aware of arrangements, could you please post details as soon as possible to allow people attend.
It's almost a year now since you were taken from us Trent. But we still don't know, and possibly never will know, who was responsible for your death, or what their motives were. Understandably, the expressions of disbelief and shock that swamped the Internet immediately after your death have since died down. But that does not mean we have forgotten you. There are still some who are fighting your cause, and trying to get justice in the case you were trying to uncover about the plight of the Maasai in Tanzania and their dispute with Thomson Safaris. But there are still many questions, so far unanswered, about this case: • Why was it that your laptop and camera were among the only items stolen (and never recovered), while your passport, cash and Visa cards were left behind by your murderers? • How come Thomson Safaris appear to have access to personal files from your laptop (and mine), which were given to the local District Commissioner in Loliondo, Tanzania? These were apparently given to the DC by Thomson’s local manager, Daniel. • Why have the District Commissioner in Loliondo, or the police in Nairobi not investigated this further, despite being informed of a possible link between the files and the people who stole your laptop? • And lastly, why have the Irish or New Zealand governments not held their own independent enquiries into your death. It seems the authorities in all countries concerned - Kenya, Tanzania, Ireland, and New Zealand, - are happy to forget you and your story. However, your friends in Kenya have not forgotten you. A small memorial service is planned for Saturday, 30 May at 2pm, at the site on Uhuru Highway where Trent's body was found. Will there be a memorial service in Salthill, Galway again this year to remember Trent? If anybody is aware of arrangements, could you please post details as soon as possible to allow people attend.
Posted by Leisa on May 11, 2009
thinking of you
thinking of you
Posted by Lynda on Apr 14, 2009
thinking of you...
thinking of you...
Posted by Siranne on Apr 6, 2009
Thinking of you this morning Trent.
Thinking of you this morning Trent.
Posted by Ross Doherty on Apr 3, 2009
Rest in peace Trent.
Rest in peace Trent.
Posted by Sandra on Apr 3, 2009
Just thinking of you this morning. Dad is on his way please look after him. xxx
Just thinking of you this morning. Dad is on his way please look after him. xxx
Posted by Crystal Bourke on Mar 17, 2009
Thanks for the memories of Darfur. Rest in Peace
Thanks for the memories of Darfur. Rest in Peace
Posted by Louise Kiernan on Feb 23, 2009
I met Trent at the first Father Ted Festival in 2007. He photographed our wedding there. He was a very talented person, dedicated to his work, with an infectous personality. I am so sorry to hear about his passing. He will be much missed.
I met Trent at the first Father Ted Festival in 2007. He photographed our wedding there. He was a very talented person, dedicated to his work, with an infectous personality. I am so sorry to hear about his passing. He will be much missed.
Posted by fidel on Feb 20, 2009
Thanks for the brave work you did in Kenya--RIP..we shall continue with the struggle
Thanks for the brave work you did in Kenya--RIP..we shall continue with the struggle
Posted by Sandra on Feb 20, 2009
Your tree looks good! Glad it's there.........feels like your still around
Your tree looks good! Glad it's there.........feels like your still around
Posted by Celeste Hardester, Philadelphia on Feb 10, 2009
It's been a long time since I've looked at this site, but not a day goes by, Trent, that I don't think of you, and your family, whom I've never even met. My heart fills again with amazement at life's turns, then sadness in its acceptance, and then gratitude that I knew one who can be so missed.
It's been a long time since I've looked at this site, but not a day goes by, Trent, that I don't think of you, and your family, whom I've never even met. My heart fills again with amazement at life's turns, then sadness in its acceptance, and then gratitude that I knew one who can be so missed.
Posted by Liz on Feb 4, 2009
\"nan witcomb\" A solutary seagull rides home on a shaft of golden sun- our beautiful day is melting into dusk- pink clouds fade back to sombre grey and your dear face is touched with gold- why should we mourn the passing of the day because we know the night belongs to us-.
\"nan witcomb\" A solutary seagull rides home on a shaft of golden sun- our beautiful day is melting into dusk- pink clouds fade back to sombre grey and your dear face is touched with gold- why should we mourn the passing of the day because we know the night belongs to us-.
Posted by Brendan McGuirk on Jan 28, 2009
Looking through an old notebook I found Trent's card. I met Trent in the press tent of Electric Picnic 2007. I had just began to publish a music magazine and it was the first time I was ever in a press tent at a major festival. The atmosphere was really stuff as other photographers and journalists kept to themselves and worked away. Trent on the other hand was open, friendly and encouraging. I only met him for a brief time but I instantly remembered him when I found his card. I am deeply saddened to hear of his death. He was a gentleman and it was a pleasure to meet him, if only for a brief time. To his friends and family I can only offer my sincerest condolences.
Looking through an old notebook I found Trent's card. I met Trent in the press tent of Electric Picnic 2007. I had just began to publish a music magazine and it was the first time I was ever in a press tent at a major festival. The atmosphere was really stuff as other photographers and journalists kept to themselves and worked away. Trent on the other hand was open, friendly and encouraging. I only met him for a brief time but I instantly remembered him when I found his card. I am deeply saddened to hear of his death. He was a gentleman and it was a pleasure to meet him, if only for a brief time. To his friends and family I can only offer my sincerest condolences.
I am so touched by your story, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. God bless.