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Post by dadofsam on Jun 30, 2011 9:04:26 GMT
What dreadful news, he used to cop for some shocking stick about enjoying Delia's corporate hospitality - my thoughts are with Jack and all the rest of his family.
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Post by Lakeland Potter on Jun 30, 2011 9:05:31 GMT
I'm so very very sad to hear this shocking news. Winger was one of the nicest guys you could wish to meet - a lovely, quirky, warm man.
I've lost two Stokie friends this year, Big Ade and Winger, both of whom were passionate Stokies and the sort of people you just don't forget. I was proud to know them both.
My sympathy goes out to Trezza who was also a talented author and of course Jack, who I did meet on several occasions - before he became famous! I remember the day Jack broke his arm in an Oatcake occasional game in the Dome - we didn't get any hysterics from him and his dad just an acceptance that these things happen - even though it was MCF what dunnit!
I always lived in hope that one day winger would see the error of his ways and write a proper ending to "She stood there laughing" - he'll not be bothered he didn't do it though.
Goodbye Winger - the world is a poorer place for your passing.
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Post by danscfc on Jun 30, 2011 9:05:39 GMT
RIP winger, was only thinking about getting that new fa cup final book the other day. very sad
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Post by theloudest on Jun 30, 2011 9:13:38 GMT
RIP
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Post by drwhom on Jun 30, 2011 9:14:20 GMT
Absolutely awful news. RIP Winger, a true gent and Stoke fan. He was an incredibly good writer and a patient and understanding teacher - the best kind. I'll miss him hugely.
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Post by jpm64 on Jun 30, 2011 9:15:11 GMT
Very Very sad news
Condolences to friends and family
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Post by Miles Offside on Jun 30, 2011 9:17:07 GMT
Very sad news.
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Post by ColonelMustard on Jun 30, 2011 9:21:24 GMT
What very sad and shocking news. Really liked his posting style on here but never met him. Respectful but sarcy as hell.
RIP
Art Rules
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Post by FrostySCFC on Jun 30, 2011 9:21:43 GMT
That is truly terrible news. Great author and seemed a thoroughly nice chap. Thoughts with his family.
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Post by serpico on Jun 30, 2011 9:22:27 GMT
Shocking news, I always enjoyed his books and his postings on here RIP.
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Post by norman conquest on Jun 30, 2011 9:22:32 GMT
Shell shocked, Loved his work and i'm another who always looked out for his posts on here. RIP Stephen.
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Post by jumborat on Jun 30, 2011 9:22:58 GMT
Sad news.
RIP
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Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2011 9:24:27 GMT
Bloody hell. I can't believe that's 'our' Stephen Foster. I still regularly dip into both his Stoke books for a quick chuckle over what being a Stokie is all about.
Awful news.
Condolences to his partner and lad.
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Post by AdderleyGreenStokie on Jun 30, 2011 9:25:38 GMT
Shocking news. Absolutely loved reading 'She Stood There Laughing'.
RIP
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Post by Jamo on the wing on Jun 30, 2011 9:27:22 GMT
Shocking news.
R.I.P. Winger.
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Post by Pedropotter on Jun 30, 2011 9:31:32 GMT
Very very sad news.
RIP Winger.
Pedro.
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Post by dobber on Jun 30, 2011 9:42:31 GMT
Terrible terrible news.
Winger was such a lovely bloke. I have been lucky enough to meet him and Jack many a time down the years. I first got to know him when I ran a charity football bid site and he purchased a Victoria ground crash barrier from Oldstokie, that he put at the bottom of his garden and used to lean on for quiet reflection!
Last time I saw him was at Man Utd a couple of seasons back. Such a top bloke, and someone the world will be a much lesser place without.
Winger - we'll be with you, every step along the way. Truly missed but always remembered. Rest in peace. xx
Gutted Chris (Dobber)
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Post by ParaPsych on Jun 30, 2011 9:45:08 GMT
This is terrible news. Winger was ace.
RIP
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Post by Ejay on Jun 30, 2011 9:46:19 GMT
Bloody'ell... RIP Stephen aka Winger. First Read She Stood there Laughing on Holiday in Zante.. then found myself reading Cracks like Breaking Skin and Strides.. managed to fit them in between pubcrawls and hangovers RIP Winger and Condolances to your family and friends
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Post by Gods on Jun 30, 2011 9:46:41 GMT
Only knew him from his posts on here but he seemed like such a great fella with a lovely style of humour, gentle but with a little bit of bite at the same time, I'll miss you lots winger.
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Post by dexter97 on Jun 30, 2011 9:51:56 GMT
One of the more entertaining posters on this board; we need more of his kind on here.
R.I.P.
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Post by sovietonion on Jun 30, 2011 9:53:17 GMT
FFS, shocking news! RIP Winger and heartfelt condolences to all his family and friends.
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Post by Robo10 on Jun 30, 2011 9:55:59 GMT
Terrible news :-(
RIP fella, many thoughts for your family.
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Post by sirpineapple89 on Jun 30, 2011 9:56:28 GMT
Awful news that has sent shivers down my spine. Had a few bits of banter with him on here and he was obviously a very talented bloke who you couldn't help but like. Absolutely tragic. RIP Winger. Thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.
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Post by Somebody_Told_Me on Jun 30, 2011 9:58:03 GMT
Very sad, truly shocking R.I.P.
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Post by Dr Oetcake on Jun 30, 2011 9:58:21 GMT
I cant believe it. RIP winger.
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Post by Gunslinger on Jun 30, 2011 9:59:34 GMT
Horrible news Sincere condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace, Stephen.
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Post by Will_75 on Jun 30, 2011 9:59:54 GMT
Fucking hell. Him and Jack once drove from Norfolk just to attend one of our more sparsely attended gigs... Shocked isn't the word. Jack, Trezza, I'm so very sorry
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Post by RINGO STARR on Jun 30, 2011 10:00:37 GMT
Very sad news indeed. My condolences go out to all of his family.
I enjoyed reading both of his books and was (still am) in the process of purchasing the latest offering on the Cup Final.
Completly shocked by this news. Puts everything into perspective really.
R.I.P Winger
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Post by oularesarse on Jun 30, 2011 10:06:02 GMT
What tragic news. Loved both books I read of his. Didn't always agree with him, but that is what being a true Stokie is about - passion, putting an opinion forward, and great banter.
Minutes applause for his great work at the first Europa League home game, I think, would be a nice gesture.
Funny, that when Norwich got promoted, I thought, "that will please Foster - a nice home game for him"
Shame for his lad - the first game back after something like this is one of the toughest things I have done. Luckily, we won, we sang, I cried, but we have to be there, and 'do it' for those we have lost.
W.B.W.Y
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