Alan Bond's death and legacy in quotes

ALAN BOND REMEMBERED IN QUOTES

"The little Aussie battler took on the might of the east coast of America and beat them at their own game." - America's Cup Regatta Director Iain Murray on the 1983 America's Cup win.

"He really did experience the highs and lows of life. To us, however, he was just dad, a father who tried his best to be the best dad he could," - Alan Bond's son, John Bond.

"It's impossible to overstate just how much he lifted the spirits of Australia," - former prime minister Bob Hawke.

"To go bankrupt, go to jail, the whole bit; it was a massive, massive downturn for the man as it should have been of course, but yep, he did it tough." - Australia II skipper John Bertrand on Bond's 1996 jailing.

"He didn't try to teach you how to sail, but he gave you confidence in your abilities." - Australia II crew mate Colin Beashel.

"Frankly he left a number of positive legacies but there were a lot of tears along the way," - Treasurer Joe Hockey.

"For better and for worse, Alan Bond will always have his own place in Australia's history." - Opposition Leader Bill Shorten.

"He did a lot of noteworthy things but ultimately was one of the biggest crooks and thieves Australia has ever produced." - shareholder advocate Stephen Mayne.

"We pray for the repose of his soul," - former West Australian premier Brian Burke.