remember arthur mann
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A big blue who loved the banter. Met him in the east stand before his illness, a sound man.
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RIP Bill Lyons (@Bill, previously @de niro) update re funeral pg 51/JustGiving link p52
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Heard the sad news from his wife Jeanie earlier today, but wasn't sure whether or not to post it on here until I had her blessing.
Bill was a lovely man, one of the nicest guys you could wish to meet, and a huge part of the forum since it started over 20 years ago. He and his daughter Jess were at the first ever Bluemoon get together back in the day at The Square Albert in town. Over the years he became a great friend, and in many respects something of a father figure, and I will miss him dearly.
I went to see him a few months ago and it was clear how severely his condition had deteriorated, as MND is a cruel disease, but he remained in high spirits and still had his mischevious sense of humour. Glad he got to see us win the treble.
Thoughts are with Jeanie, Jess and the rest of his family at this sad time.
Bill was a lovely man, one of the nicest guys you could wish to meet, and a huge part of the forum since it started over 20 years ago. He and his daughter Jess were at the first ever Bluemoon get together back in the day at The Square Albert in town. Over the years he became a great friend, and in many respects something of a father figure, and I will miss him dearly.
I went to see him a few months ago and it was clear how severely his condition had deteriorated, as MND is a cruel disease, but he remained in high spirits and still had his mischevious sense of humour. Glad he got to see us win the treble.
Thoughts are with Jeanie, Jess and the rest of his family at this sad time.
Chi-town blues
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Rip Bill .
FromPollockToSilva
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Top poster, top Blue, and by all accounts, top bloke. Very sad news.
very sad news indeed, the tales he had of going to city matches was so fun and enjoyful and full of commitment... a big heart and true, warm person... will never forget the tale of he and some fans took the fishing boat to faroe island to watch us play there...
RIP de niro... thoughts goes out to your family
RIP de niro... thoughts goes out to your family
Saddleworth2
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Very sad. RIP Bill. release from that horrible condition.
Ric, Jeanie authored me to start the thread.Heard the sad news from his wife Jeanie earlier today, but wasn't sure whether or not to post it on here until I had her blessing.
Bill was a lovely man, once of the nicest guys you could wish to meet, and a huge part of the forum since it started over 20 years ago. He and his daughter Jess were at the first ever Bluemoon get together back in the day at The Square Albert in town. Over the years he became a great friend, and in many respects something of a father figure, and I will miss him dearly.
I went to see him a few months ago and it was clear how severely his condition had deteriorated, as MND is a cruel disease, but he remained in high spirits and still had his mischevious sense of humour. Glad he got to see us win the treble.
Thoughts are with Jeanie, Jess and the rest of his family at this sad time.
So many happy memories of a true blue legend.
Exeter Blue I am here
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Oh no, how sad. I hooked up with Bill on one of the earlier European trips after he sorted me out with a ticket. Maybe Copenhagen or Seville? He was a proper character. Best wishes to his family. RIP BlueI’m so saddened to report the passing of Bill Lyons who finally lost his battle with Motor Neurone Disease yesterday.
Bill was a true legend as I’m sure many on here will testify.
It was my honour to do many trips with him, I particularly European away where we would room together.
So many brilliant memories of happy times.
Sleep well and rest in peace Bill.
Thoughts with Jeanie, Martin, Jess, Jenna and the whole family.
I am aware that, at Bill’s request, they do want to keep things private.
City_Shirts
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So so very sad to read this news of Bill's passing and my deepest condolences to his lovely family who are a credit to the man Bill was, he was so very proud of them.
Legend really doesn't do Bill justice it truly doesn't.
Thank you for everything over the years mate you were truly a wonderful man and may you RIP
Legend really doesn't do Bill justice it truly doesn't.
Thank you for everything over the years mate you were truly a wonderful man and may you RIP