My colleague and I from AUT made contact with Folko to see if we might have a look at the University of Auckland's video production setup. We had such a great chat with Folko and, considering we could have been viewed as the “competition across the road”, he couldn’t have been more friendly, open and warm. We caught up with him again for lunch in town a few months later, and once again he was incredibly helpful and happy to share his knowledge and experience. He was so obviously a genuinely lovely and talented guy. We would like to extend our sympathies to his family, his friends and his team at the University of Auckland. David Yetton & Craig Murrray

What fond memories of our fun times at Gartness. From our curry nights to naked calendars, these memories will never be forgotten. Folko's smile and presence would light up any room. Our love and hugs go out to Lucy, Angus, Miles and Eve. Kate, Molly, Abby and Marcus (Rowley)

It has been a privilege to know Folko and call him my friend. At the school of art in Dundee, where we met and did our post grad together, good natured, focussed and positive, Folko was always the person pushing for excellence, which raised the game for all of us. We went on Mountain Bike Rides and camping trips around Scotland and one freezing New Year, when Lucy announced that she was moving to Rome for work, Folko declared in no uncertain terms that he too would be going to work at the same broadcast station. Without even having talked with them, he had no doubts that they would take him on, and why wouldn’t they? He was so talented and pro-active. With less certainty, but buoyed up by Folko’s positivity, I also applied for a job with the company in Italy and as luck would have it they had a position for me also. So, I was happily able to work with both Folko and Lucy for the next couple of years, until they moved on to their next adventure. When they returned to Scotland and I was there visiting, I would come to see them and always admired their idyllic country life-style and their lovely family. For me, Folko was the measure of what a good father, husband and in fact human could be, and although he moved to the far side of the world from me he was a constant source of inspiration. Renee and I were so happy that Folko, Lucy, Angus, Miles and Evie could all be at our wedding and we send you all our love now and offer any support we can to help you in the future. Adam, Renee, Lucy & Andres xxxx

E te rangatira, te mātanga pūkōrero i kawea te reo o tō tātou marae a Waipapa ki te ao, haere ki tua te ārai E tangi hotuhotu ana te ngakau, mamae ana te wairua, mokemoke tonu tō whare ki a koe Ki te whānau pani, nui ngā aroha mai i a mātou i te marae a Folko Sincere condolences to the whānau for your loss. Folko was a good friend and member of Waipapa marae to us. We hold highly the place of storytellers for our marae, and Folko was a storyteller of the highest order. We mourn him and offer our deepest sympathies. Kia kore mātou e wareware. Aroha nui

Folko was much loved by us here in Killearn. We had many happy times together and will cherish the memories. Folko was so often a calm, gentle shelter in the stormy noise of our family life. Our hearts are with you Lucy, Angus, Miles and Eve. John Elaine Hannah Sam and Flora

A giant amongst men... we have been blessed to know Folko, watch his and Lucy's world blossom and grow, bringing life into the world and loved watching them both adore their family. We count our blessings to have watched the laughter and love. We will continue to hold all our memories close. Our love to Lucy, Angus, Miles and Eve xxxx

Many roads have we travelled, in many directions, but one of the most memorable journey's was travelling through New Zealand, South to North and reconnecting with our old friends Folko , Lucy and their lovely children; Angus, Miles and Eve. Despite many years nothing had changed, the hospitality, welcome and warmth experienced in the couple of days we stayed with you, we have never forgotten. Little did we know that would be the last time Folko. Folko was an absolute joy to work with and a pleasure to call a friend. Many social occasions enjoyed together both work and personal, not least forgetting your wedding at your home and the late 'Photographer', because we got the ceremony time wrong! A joyful event with friends and families. The words we write still do not seem real, the family loss will be immeasurable. We wish we could be closer today and our thoughts will be with you all. Lucy, Angus, Miles & Eve - you will always be very welcome in the Hebrides. All our love Christine and Calum Angus

I had the pleasure of working with Falco on a number of occasions over the years in my role as the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Auckland. He was alway so friendly, positive, helpful, knowledgeable and humble and had so many interesting stories and experiences to tell. My favourite was his casual retelling of how he got to know Mark Knopfler through a documentary some years ago. I am so shocked and saddened to learn of his tragic passing. He will be greatly missed.

My life has been gently intertwined with Folko and the family for decades, from the school gate at Drymen Primary, to Polish Stories for BBC Education filmed at my daughters school in Warsaw. Spending a spectacular New Year in Auckland in 2016/17. Sailing on Actimus in 2019. Following the picturesque commute to work on Facebook. Only last month Folko was to have welcomed my son to Auckland with open arms but alas it was not to be.. Folko’s legacy will be his beautiful family he leaves behind, his film making and photography. Heartfelt love. Dawn

I worked with Folko for many years at BBC Scotland. He was not only a master of his craft but also a funny, warm and caring man. He was much missed when he left but we were all buoyed up by his enthusiasm for the new world he was moving to. My heartfelt sympathies to Lucy and kids. I know he will have left you with so many wonderful memories to sustain you in the years ahead.

What a special, special guy Folko was. I got to know him at BBC Scotland where he was infamous as a fearless editor. Never afraid to speak his mind, and a brilliant and talented and creative person. We worked together on several projects, most notably on parallel worlds, parallel lives (with lou Lockwood). Folko weaved together an incredible tale, cool and energetic and incredibly moving. He won a bafta for editing that film (with a famous speech at the ceremony to boot). And then when he became a PD I worked alongside him in the factual department. I remember he was so proud of his Bannockburn film, and rightfully so. And I always liked to hear his crazy stories of kite surfing and other extreme adventures that he was always doing. And when he moved to New Zealand with Lucy and the family, I was so happy to see him go and make an exciting new life. I knew that BBC Scotland would miss him., but it was always great to hear how well they were all doing. So what a terrible tragedy, to lose Folko, oh so young. And young at heart. I wanted to express my deepest sympathies to Lucy and the family. I can’t even begin to think how difficult it must be for you all. A huge hug to you all. we will miss you, folko. Andrew t. xxx

Folko was a lovely man and will be missed by all who knew him. Lucy, Angus, Miles and Eve, know that we are here for you. James And Jacqui

I’m so terribly sad to hear this news. I always enjoyed working with Folko at BBC Scotland . My thoughts are with his family Dorothy

I am heartbroken by the the passing of Folko. He led the creative work of Media Productions with expertise in media, generosity in spirit and a commitment to worthwhile projects. I am grateful that our lives and work intersected. My sympathy to his family and friends for their loss. Jan

I first met Folko when he began to haul out his boat ARCTURUS at the Bucklands Beach Yacht Club, he soon become an active member of our team, a group of fellow yachtsmen donating their time and knowledge to guide others new to the sport.. On occasion I would observe Folko gazing out at the river, at first being concerned about him I asked if all was well, and like a true man of the sea he replied , I am thinking that the wind will change and when we finish I will go and get my gear it will be great for windsurfing, another of his passions. It was not until I got chatting with the family that I came to know of the brilliant mind ,huge talent and achievements of this quiet and unassuming man. Our thoughts and love go out to Lucy and his family Fair winds and safe journey Folko

I have the loveliest memories of being in Folko’s wonderful company sat in an edit together - he was always so chilled and so creative. I still think Parallel Worlds is one of the best things I’ve worked on and he was a major part of that. He made magic happen in that edit, it was a privilege to see him do his thing. I often think about you all since you left Scotland, our kids still play with the toys you gave us before you headed off. Every time I hear them thumping away on the wheelie glockenspiel I think of you all running around on a beach in New Zealand and that Bafta buried under a tree near Drymen..! Thinking of you Lucy and your kids and sending huge hugs to you all. Lots and lots of love Lou, Jane, Freddy and Olive xxx ‘How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.’ Winnie the Pooh

To my great friend . I will always remember the great times we had shared in and out the water . Sincere condolences to your family. Jose