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Didn't know the man personally but feel like I did and know we all have a debt of gratitude to him for where he took Ford Australia
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Very sad. If it wasn't for him, we wouldn't have BA or Territory (or Ford manufacturing in Australia). His legacy will last longer than the cars he helped create. He will be sadly missed by the enthusiasts and his former colleagues, at City Ford, FoA, FoMoCo and JLR.
Rest In Peace mate.
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RIP Geoff
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Shocking news, may he Rest In Peace, and heart felt condolances to those that he leaves behind.
I understand that many of the admin team here knew him well, a glowing testament to the gentleman that he was and always spoken of here.
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Extremely Sad news to hear of a great leader and true gentleman loose his battle so early in a truly humble and magnificent life.
R.I.P Uncle Geoff.
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21-04-2008, 11:15 AM
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:( Say it aint so, one of my fond memories of Geoff Polites was him always coming out to Credit to give a talk on the companies performance, the upcoming territory and at the time the BA falcon. I would sit and listen intently at the future of Ford Aus and for hints of the specifics of the BA falcon, then the Ford Credit CEO would stand up and talk about finance and Ford Credits future without fail Geoff would fall asleep as we all wanted too. He was a great leader and is a massive loss for Ford.
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I am speechless, very, very sad day.
 : The man who embraced FOMOCO AUS as his own child and took it to that next level. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. REST IN PEACE UNCLE GEOFF. |
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21-04-2008, 11:20 AM
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I just spotted this thread...and Im just stunned..... :(
Geoff was such a character...I worked with him when he was dealer principal at City Ford and, though I knew he'd been crook for some time now, news of his passing has saddened me a great deal....a great man indeed... My heartfelt condolences to his wife and family.
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21-04-2008, 11:25 AM
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Geoff Polites worked hard and become a leader, always succeeded and the respect of all.
Condolences to the family. R.I.P Geoff Polites.
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21-04-2008, 11:30 AM
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R.I.P- Geoff . and condolinces to his family and friends. You will be missed!
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21-04-2008, 11:35 AM
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The Ford world has lost a legend - a true leader.
His family has lost far more. RIP Geoff. |
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21-04-2008, 12:13 PM
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RIP Uncle Geoff
I still remember him taking off his jacket, shirt and tie in a crowded restaurant so he could put on his 'Uncle Geoff' embroided Ford Forums t-shirt, what a guy, he'll be sadly missed by many. |
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21-04-2008, 01:31 PM
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I remember the first time he posted on BON. We didn't believe it was him so some of us tried to test him.
My heart sank when I read this head line. Too soon, much too soon. His excellence as a person and as a business man will be sorely missed from this world. As he did for Ford Australia his work with the PAG group will go down in history as a turning point for iconic brands such as Jaguar and Land Rover. Such a tragedy he won’t be there to see the completion of his hard work and sacrifice. R.I.P Geoff. Condolence's to his family. Ian
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man thats terrible. RIP
condolences to his family.
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what a shock & loss for his family & the rest of the motoring industry.
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21-04-2008, 02:02 PM
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R.I.P Uncle Geoff.
By far the best Ford AU has had.
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21-04-2008, 02:15 PM
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When any other executive would not make the time Geoff would involve himself in the grass roots of the company and the community because he saw the bigger picture in doing so and I respected him greatly for that.
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21-04-2008, 02:50 PM
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A tragic loss to all in the Ford world, but more importantly to those most important people around him, his family and friends.
RIP Geoff. Chris |
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21-04-2008, 02:52 PM
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Sad news, RIP Geoff and thankyou for your efforts
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Hail and farewell.
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RIP Geoff, I will always remember the great work you did for Ford Australia.
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Very sad news indeed, I read a while back that he was unwell.
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This is a real shame. Geoff Polites was a tireless worker for not only Ford but the Australian car industry.
His dedication to Ford Australia resulted in the BA Falcon and SY Territory. Both COTY winners, in 2002 & 2004 respectively. Because of his ability and determination he was rewarded with his posting in Europe and eventually took the reins of Jaguar and Land Rover. He took them to profitability in a short space of time. All the while he battled cancer. Travelling between Europe and Australia and running both companies whilst undergoing treatment took its toll. A great story about Geoff Polites was in the 2008 February issue of Wheels. A sad loss, my condolences to his family and friends.
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He will always be remembered...RIP Geoff Polites.
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This really does come as a shock, and I would like to take this opportunity to pass on my condolences to his family and friends.
Uncle Geoff certainly had blue blood pumping through his veins, and whilst his physical presence may no longer be with us - his memory will live on. |
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Ford Members in Victoria should ask their Members of Parliament to ask the Premier to offer the Family a State Funeral for the deceased. He was a "Captain of Industry" and should be afforded a State Funeral.
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A true down to earth Aussie bloke, he Will be greatly missed.
Condolences to his Family. RIP Uncle Geoff.
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Rest In Peace Uncle Geoff, i remember he used to post alot while he was at ford aus, he will be missed by all ford supporters
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