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Post by ChrisEvans on Jun 15, 2012 11:03:50 GMT
It is with great sadness that I have to write this today, but sadly 'Hadge' passed away in the early hours of this morning aged 85.
For all of the old posters on here that remember and know Tel2U, you will all have had the great pleasure of meeting his Dad Harold. Many of you will remember him from D's a few years ago, a nicer man you couldn't meet, and the biggest Stoke fan you will ever come across.
He had suffered a short illness and had been in hospital for a few weeks with Pneumonia, his passing will leave a very big hole in many peoples lives.
RIP Hadge, it really was a great pleasure knowing you, I am a far better man for having done so.
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Post by jimmygscfc1234 on Jun 15, 2012 11:06:05 GMT
Sad news indeed. Pass on my condolences to Tel if you see him mate.
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Post by RAF on Jun 15, 2012 11:08:46 GMT
RIP H. A legend, and a top bloke. Had some great laughs with him in D's. As above Adam, if you see Tel, please pass on my condolences. RAF  |
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Post by no1stokie on Jun 15, 2012 11:08:53 GMT
So sad, saw your post on Facebook Adam and I was just waiting to see who it referred to...  |
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Post by ChrisEvans on Jun 15, 2012 11:54:06 GMT
I will pass on all your condolences to Tel of course.
It also goes without saying that all my thoughts are with family.
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Post by kristoff on Jun 15, 2012 11:56:42 GMT
Gutting, Been to a game or two with the both of them.
Sad times
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Post by JoeinOz on Jun 15, 2012 12:01:31 GMT
I remember H. RIP H. Best wishes to Tel
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Post by StokieSC on Jun 15, 2012 12:14:59 GMT
Rest in Peace H. A top top man, had the pleasure of knowing him through Tel. Always cheery, always had a smile on his face and extemley funny.
Such a sad day. My thoughts to Tel and his family xx
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Post by AlbertTatlock on Jun 15, 2012 12:42:58 GMT
RIP H and please pass my condolences onto Tel. Gouranga. |
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Post by mermaidsal on Jun 15, 2012 12:52:03 GMT
RIP sir, love and condolences to Tel and all those left behind.
xxx
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Post by greyman on Jun 15, 2012 12:53:17 GMT
RIP Harold. Met him many times with Tel.
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Post by DansViews on Jun 15, 2012 13:06:20 GMT
I loved H, was a top top man and a true Stokie!
Went a couple of years without seeing him, but when we came back he remembered me and we had a right old chat.
Also shared one of my funniest moments ever, at his expense! His birthday party earlier this year, a race night that turned into a bingo night due to the host turning up with dodgy gear! You had to be there!
He will be missed, and my thoughts are with Tel and his family.. Im thankful that I was able to call him a friend.
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Post by Davef on Jun 15, 2012 14:08:27 GMT
Sorry to hear the news about Harold. Sincere condolences to Tel. |
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Post by elystokie on Jun 15, 2012 15:25:13 GMT
Sincere condolences to Tel and his family.
RIP Hadge
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Post by harrysburrow on Jun 15, 2012 17:43:46 GMT
RIP Hadge. Condolences to the family.
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Post by Lakeland Potter on Jun 15, 2012 18:38:09 GMT
H epitomised the word gentleman. He was a gentle man with a delightful warmth about him. I loved chatting with him in Delilah's when we were regulars in there.
Condolences to Tel and all H's family. Tel, they broke the mould after they made your dad.
RIP H
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Post by surreystokie on Jun 15, 2012 21:40:26 GMT
Sincere condolences, Tel. Your Dad was an inspiration to those of us fortunate enough to know him and remember his lack of self-pity when things weren't too good and the smiling welcome accorded us, in Delilah's, whatever his or the club's situation.
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Post by OldStokie on Jun 15, 2012 23:51:54 GMT
Gutted isn't the word I'm seeking. Tone had a text off Tel earlier and told me about it tonight.
Harold was in the same league as Big Ade - one of the nicest gentlemen you could ever meet in life, and losing him (just like Ade) leaves one with a hollow feeling. But knowing people like Big Ade and Harold is what makes life just that much richer, and all those who knew him will have been left with a warm glow at having shared his infectious warmth. It was impossible not to love the old rogue.
Rest in Peace, H., and my deepest and heartfelt condolences to Tel and all the family.
Mx.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 16, 2012 1:58:46 GMT
Oh how sad I guess H was one of those people who you thought would go on forever. If someone would pass on my condolences to Tel, when they see him, it would be much appreciated. Thoughts with Tel and family. RIP H. |
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Post by Stoke in the Prem on Jun 16, 2012 4:56:12 GMT
I sit here in Bournemouth crying like a baby and full of sadness. Harold it was a priviledge to know you and call you my friend. It is only a few weeks ago you phoned to see how I was and have a chat and it appeared then you were 120 percent. The world is an emptier and sadder place without you. You truly were a gentleman! God bless you Harold |
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Post by MarkWolstanton on Jun 16, 2012 6:56:31 GMT
So sorry to hear H has left us. It was a pleasure to know him and share his company.
Thoughts and best wishes with Tel.
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Post by klute2011 on Jun 16, 2012 8:29:26 GMT
Sad News indeed.
RIP Harold. Condolences to Tel and all his family.
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Post by ChrisEvans on Jun 18, 2012 15:14:59 GMT
Just a quick one to say that Tel has asked me to pass on his thanks for all your kind words and best wishes. He will hopefully be able to get online to reply in person sometime this week.
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Post by ChrisEvans on Jul 16, 2012 14:28:18 GMT
After some complicating delays, Hadges funeral will be this Friday (20th July) for all interested in attending.
The service will be held at St. Werburghs Church on Seabridge Lane, Clayton at 1:30pm.
Then afterwards on to the Holy Trinity Church Social club (ST5 1LQ), the club is behind the church so if you take the left directly after the church and then left again you will be in the social club car park.
If anyone has any questions please drop me a pm or post on here and I will let you know.
Oh, and Stoke tops are welcome, a colourful Stoke send off is in order.
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Post by estrangedsonoffaye on Jul 16, 2012 14:31:07 GMT
RIP
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Post by Lakeland Potter on Jul 16, 2012 17:07:04 GMT
I shan't be able to make it - but I will be there in spirit. Give him a good send off all those who do go. I'm rather chuffed that his funeral will be less than a mile from where I lived until I was 19 (on Roe Lane)
Has the family nominated any charity for those who want to donate, Ade? If so, do we have contact details?
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