The Queens Park Rangers v Bristol City Match Day Thread

[Lew-T]

Before the team came out, I said a draw. Looking at that side, it looks strong and balanced! I'm banking on an away victory here. 

Very sorry to hear that Hav, hope City do you and your father proud tonight!

[Super]

Thoughts are with you Havanatopia. RIP fellow red.

 

[bristolcitysweden]

COYR!! 

[NYTRAM]

Condolences to you and your family @havanatopia let's go and win it for all those Red's no longer with us COYR.

[Curr Avon]

1 hour ago, havanatopia said:

 

 

1 hour ago, havanatopia said:

Good day everyone,

This is without doubt the saddest match day thread I have ever written. I have no possibility to even begin to study and research our opposition this evening. Clearly you will all ask why that should be.

Yesterday at 0730 UK time my 95 year old father died. 

Dad was a Burma RAF veteran who served as a Corporal Radio operator directing the Bristol Beaufighters in to bomb the Japanese positions in what ultimately became the longest battle of the Second World War; The Imphal Kohima campaign. Relatively little was written about this long struggle yet the victory that ultimately followed turned the tide of the war in Asia. My father, although one might consider had a great innings, was taken a little before I wanted him to go. He also wanted that letter from the Queen and I wanted to write his memoirs.

He was a life long Bristol City fan. Let us win tonight and win promotion for him, for Gerry Gow for all those who will not see the promised land again.

God bless everyone and god bless my Dad. I miss him too much already; back to Blighty it is for me next week and I shall watch a City match as a result entirely in his honour.

Love to all.

Rich.

Hav, condolences to you and your family on your father's passing. And thank you for that beautiful post at a difficult time.

Edited October 18, 2016 by Curr Avon

[downendcity]

1 hour ago, havanatopia said:

Good day everyone,

This is without doubt the saddest match day thread I have ever written. I have no possibility to even begin to study and research our opposition this evening. Clearly you will all ask why that should be.

Yesterday at 0730 UK time my 95 year old father died. 

Dad was a Burma RAF veteran who served as a Corporal Radio operator directing the Bristol Beaufighters in to bomb the Japanese positions in what ultimately became the longest battle of the Second World War; The Imphal Kohima campaign. Relatively little was written about this long struggle yet the victory that ultimately followed turned the tide of the war in Asia. My father, although one might consider had a great innings, was taken a little before I wanted him to go. He also wanted that letter from the Queen and I wanted to write his memoirs.

He was a life long Bristol City fan. Let us win tonight and win promotion for him, for Gerry Gow for all those who will not see the promised land again.

God bless everyone and god bless my Dad. I miss him too much already; back to Blighty it is for me next week and I shall watch a City match as a result entirely in his honour.

Love to all.

Rich.

Condensed version.

Very sad news . Match day thread of no importance.

Condolences Rich.

[bristolcitysweden]

Harsh on Paterson who was our best players against the sheeps

[Ska Junkie]

A very attacking side, if not a little lightweight.

I'm in the Pack / GON partnership away from home supporting group as it's a lot more solid but LJ is certainly playing a very positive side tonight.

Edited October 18, 2016 by 8menhadadream

[BCFC OF SWEDEN]

Just go for it!"

 

[Donkeeebles]

Really sorry to hear your bad news, I know it's not much of a consolation but I hope City get the 3 points for your family tonight. 

[mikep]

Rich - Your Dad was obviously a fine servant to Queen and Country. A very sad loss. I hope LJ and the lads can bring some smiles back to this thread tonight.

[petehinton]

Have just got 10/1 on City QPR draw and MK Dons Rovers draw double. Given the home record of both sides it's definitely worth a £5 punt. 

[GrahamC]

Condolences to the OP.

Be good to get a decent result tonight but the first post just reminds us all it really isn't that important.

[Rudolf Hucker]

Sincere condolences H. I only hope that one day, hopefully many years from now, my boys will think of their dad with as much love as you clearly have for yours. 

COYR.

[EstoniaTallinnRed]

So sorry to hear of your Father passing away Hav, Sincere condolences, we recently lost a good friend who died at the same age, he came through the Second world War with Russia and was also in the Russia/ Finnish War. A few years ago while out for a walk with his wife a drunk fell into him on the pavement and he hit his head against the ground, although he recovered he was never the same again. It's very sad that after all he went through and survived that a simple accident should have finished him, even though it took a few years.  Once again, my sincere condolences and I know that like us you will always remember what he did in his life and that he was a great Father to you.  

[RedM]

@havanatopia please accept my deepest condolences. Emotionally you must be all over the place, it's always a shock to suddenly have the realisation that a loved one has gone. Look after yourself and it's OK to cry and laugh, feel angry, sad, or just be numb and feel not much at all.

I'm sure he will be in a better place looking down and sat amongst friends and fellow reds during matches. 

Take care. M x

[Garland-sweden]

Sad Havanna. RIP. Come on City!

[reddogkev]

Thoughts are with you, Rich.  Your father's life sounds like it was full of incredible moments and unforgettable experiences.  I'm sure you will still write his memoirs and your father will be with you every step of the way.

City to win tonight 2-0.

COME ON YOU REDSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

 

Edited October 18, 2016 by reddogkev

[And Its Smith]

Premium seats!

[Robbored]

For those of us who lost their dad we all know just how you feel Rich. My sympathies to you.

 

 

[Ska Junkie]

Just noticed Korey's on the bench. Nice to see him back.

[Tipps69]

Condolences to you & your family!!

My Father was taken away 11 years ago today, time does dilute the hurt but it never truly goes & I don't think I or anyone else who has been in a similar position would truly want that pain to totally disappear as it would feel like letting go of your memories completely & no one wants or expects that to happen.

Time for every little thing that happens to remind you in one way or another of your Father, who sounds like a truly amazing gentleman & someone who you can be proud of forever.

Take care & just let time take it's course, there is no limit on the time it takes for you to mourn your loss & no one should ever try to force that issue!!

[ChippenhamRed]

Condolences to you and your family Havanatopia.

[ChippenhamRed]

Feels a little crass to ask this under the circumstances, but I assume there are no streams available tonight?

[Robbored]

2 minutes ago, 8menhadadream said:

Just noticed Korey's on the bench. Nice to see him back.

Good news indeed.

Goldbourne not in the squad? Is he injured?

[marmite]

2 hours ago, havanatopia said:

Good day everyone,

This is without doubt the saddest match day thread I have ever written. I have no possibility to even begin to study and research our opposition this evening. Clearly you will all ask why that should be.

Yesterday at 0730 UK time my 95 year old father died. 

Dad was a Burma RAF veteran who served as a Corporal Radio operator directing the Bristol Beaufighters in to bomb the Japanese positions in what ultimately became the longest battle of the Second World War; The Imphal Kohima campaign. Relatively little was written about this long struggle yet the victory that ultimately followed turned the tide of the war in Asia. My father, although one might consider had a great innings, was taken a little before I wanted him to go. He also wanted that letter from the Queen and I wanted to write his memoirs.

He was a life long Bristol City fan. Let us win tonight and win promotion for him, for Gerry Gow for all those who will not see the promised land again.

God bless everyone and god bless my Dad. I miss him too much already; back to Blighty it is for me next week and I shall watch a City match as a result entirely in his honour.

Love to all.

Rich.

Sad news Rich. Sounds like a great old fella. My dad did some time in Burma, horrible place during wartime. May they rest in peace with the rest of the  heroes.

[Ska Junkie]

5 minutes ago, Robbored said:

Good news indeed.

Goldbourne not in the squad? Is he injured?

Hadn't noticed that. I do wonder if LJ actually fancies him as a player TBH? He seems to flit in and out. He may, as you say, be injured, which makes me a conspiracy monkey.

[cheshire_red]

Thinking of you my friend

[steviestevieneville]

Deepest sympathy havanatopia and family . Let's hope for three points tonight in your dads honour. COYR

[Major Isewater]

2 hours ago, havanatopia said:

Good day everyone,

This is without doubt the saddest match day thread I have ever written. I have no possibility to even begin to study and research our opposition this evening. Clearly you will all ask why that should be.

Yesterday at 0730 UK time my 95 year old father died. 

Dad was a Burma RAF veteran who served as a Corporal Radio operator directing the Bristol Beaufighters in to bomb the Japanese positions in what ultimately became the longest battle of the Second World War; The Imphal Kohima campaign. Relatively little was written about this long struggle yet the victory that ultimately followed turned the tide of the war in Asia. My father, although one might consider had a great innings, was taken a little before I wanted him to go. He also wanted that letter from the Queen and I wanted to write his memoirs.

He was a life long Bristol City fan. Let us win tonight and win promotion for him, for Gerry Gow for all those who will not see the promised land again.

God bless everyone and god bless my Dad. I miss him too much already; back to Blighty it is for me next week and I shall watch a City match as a result entirely in his honour.

Love to all.

Rich.

Thanks to the selfless sacrifices that people like your Dad we are waiting excitedly for a football match in freedom .

You are a diamond to think of your OTIB family in your moment of loss . I'm sure everyone will echo these sentiments and wish you strength and courage in these difficult times .

Condolences to you and your loved ones . As you say your Dad had a good innings but it is always too soon to say goodbye .