Tributes flood in for Guy Walter

Guy Walter was an extremely popular figure in the racing industry and the tributes are flooding in for the NSW trainer.

In life we can be disappointed when we meet heroes. Guy Walter is a hero of mine+my admiration enhanced in meeting him. Great man, huge loss
- Deane Lester (@defier1) May 22, 2014

Guy Walter was nature's kindest gentlemen. To be called his stable jockey was an honour. He was like a father to me & I'll miss him dearly.
- BLAKE SHINN (@blake_shinn) May 22, 2014

RV would like to extend condolences to family & friends of trainer Guy Walter after learning of his passing today pic.twitter.com/Ob479NvRtz
- Racing Victoria (@RacingInsider) May 22, 2014

In shock at Guy Walter's death. Chatted for an hour with him on Sat. Great trainer, friend and true gentleman.
- Lee Freedman (@freedman_lee) May 22, 2014

Guy Walter, a true gentleman, champion trainer and even better blokes, has passed. Terribly sad, the sport has lost one of its finest
- Ray Thomas (@RayThomas_1) May 22, 2014

Guy Walter was a proper horseman. Rated Tie The Knot his best horse, 13 time Gr1 winner. Trained trifecta 2005 Doncaster Handicap. Legend.
- Shane Anderson (@Globalgallop) May 22, 2014

My heartfelt condolences go to Wendy and their whole family. RIP
- Glyn Schofield (@SchofieldGlyn) May 22, 2014

Racing has lost a true gentleman & top trainer with Guy Walter passing away this morning. Very sad news. Our condolences to all his family
- Dynamic Syndications (@Dynamic_WONIT) May 22, 2014

Shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Guy Walter.. an iconic trainer and a gentleman. Trained a G1 winner on Saturday.. Sad news
- Ryan Phelan (@ryanphelan_tv) May 22, 2014

Racing has lost an icon. R.I.P. Guy Walter. pic.twitter.com/BIShwDtL9Z
- TAB (@tabcomau) May 22, 2014

Warwick farm has been through hell this year. so gutted to lose my next door neighbour, mentor and friend in Guy. True Gentleman. :-(
- Gabby Englebrecht (@Gabrielle_27386) May 22, 2014

Devastated that our favourite trainer, Guy Walter has passed away. #Mastertrainer #Genius #Humble #RIP pic.twitter.com/JoljXkD0Ch
- Fillies Form (@filliesform) May 22, 2014

Very sad to hear the sudden passing of Guy Walter - he had time for everyone he meet #oldschoolchampion
- simon marshall (@simonmarshall33) May 22, 2014

My heart goes out to Wendy and the rest of the family . Our thought are with you xx
- Tommy Berry (@TommyBerry21) May 22, 2014

Just interviewed Guy Walter on Tues to say congrats re Streama, he never once declined an interview, gentleman " We will sincerely miss you
- Steve Hewlett (@stevejoseph69) May 22, 2014

Just devastated with the passing of Guy, a true gentleman, on behalf of Neville Begg & myself condolences to his family. RIP champ.
- Grahame Begg Racing (@Grahame_Begg) May 22, 2014

Shocked and Saddened to hear of Guy Walter's sudden passing. An outstanding horseman who will be sorely missed. RIP.
- Daniel Moor (@daniel_moor) May 22, 2014

So sad to hear the loss of Guy Walter,prayers & thoughts go out to his family & friends.
- Samuel Hyland (@HylandSamuel) May 22, 2014

Fitting that Guy's last winner was for his brother Jamie, Dragon Flyer at Goulburn on Tuesday
- Richard Haynes (@Haynsie75) May 22, 2014