Heron Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 They're right fucking tools The Sun like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leazes1986 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 That is true like. Surely wouldn't dare make up such allegations without some certainty again? Who knows. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Geordiesned Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Keith Barrett's tribute to John Alder, Newcastle United's greatest ever fan: John Alder, white shirt, black suit, long hair Followed Newcastle United everywhere Dedication beyond the call Gave his life for Newcastle United football Apart from Watford on the day his mother departed He was at every single football match that Newcastle United started If I think back and search my memory His previous absence was Queens Park Rangers nineteen seventy three A gentle man who never hurt a living soul To support Newcastle United His only goal The reserves, the youths, the club was his passion he sat in his suit, John Alder fashion It was his rule never to drink before the match Every single second of the game he wanted to catch His knowledge of the Toon was second to none It is unbelievable to think now he is gone Without doubt, the greatest Newcastle United football fan that has ever lived Please God, give him all the mercy that you have to give The news of today is so sad to say The manner in which he left to meet his maker Rest in peace, John Alder 'The Undertaker' Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magpie Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Both absolutely fantastic poems. What a truly devastating day for NUFC, thoughts go out to all their friends, family and loved ones. RIP lads Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest H09 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Not sure about rebels looting, it was reported on the BBC though that locals were going through the luggage looking for valuables. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowlingcrofty Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 http://www.gofundme.com/brx6wk Fund set up on RTG for flowers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 http://www.gofundme.com/brx6wk Fund set up on RTG for flowers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 http://www.gofundme.com/brx6wk Fund set up on RTG for flowers Thats fantastic, so appreciated. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
maybe_next_year Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Love those poems + RTG, maybe an idea to use some of the protest fund for flowers from us or create a seperate fund for it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mag-ic Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Been a bit of a mess today, but have finally managed to get some coherent words out. When I had a ST between 2006 and 2008 I sat next to Liam and his brother Mark in the south west corner. Forever the optimist, every game Liam would bet on a 3-0 win, with Milner scoring the first goal. I remember those goals where he hugged me so hard that I lost my glasses. I remember standing and singing next to him when Shearer broke the club scoring record. I remember him taking me around the rock bars of Newcastle, missing my train back to York and kipping on his sofa. I remember him smuggling me into West Ham away on a kids ticket. Although we'd lost touch over the last few years as my attendance at the match has become more and more sporadic, I'll always remember him, the mad bastard. Thoughts are with his brother and the rest of his family. RIP. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heron Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I suggested something similar but something larger scale. I'm game for ideas like and will contribute... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mofo Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Been a bit of a mess today, but have finally managed to get some coherent words out. When I had a ST between 2006 and 2008 I sat next to Liam and his brother Mark in the south west corner. Forever the optimist, every game Liam would bet on a 3-0 win, with Milner scoring the first goal. I remember those goals where he hugged me so hard that I lost my glasses. I remember standing and singing next to him when Shearer broke the club scoring record. I remember him taking me around the rock bars of Newcastle, missing my train back to York and kipping on his sofa. I remember him smuggling me into West Ham away on a kids ticket. Although we'd lost touch over the last few years as my attendance at the match has become more and more sporadic, I'll always remember him, the mad bastard. Thoughts are with his brother and the rest of his family. RIP. So sad, even more so when you hear personal memories by people who knew and loved these guys. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Is it possible to use the excess of the protest fund for some flowers? Surely it's a more meaningful cause. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinny Green Balls Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 That picture of him smiling is really tearing me apart. I've lost several close friends and acquaintances in Libya over the past year, but this somehow hurts just as much, because it infiltrates into my escape from the pain: football and the football club I support. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Been a bit of a mess today, but have finally managed to get some coherent words out. When I had a ST between 2006 and 2008 I sat next to Liam and his brother Mark in the south west corner. Forever the optimist, every game Liam would bet on a 3-0 win, with Milner scoring the first goal. I remember those goals where he hugged me so hard that I lost my glasses. I remember standing and singing next to him when Shearer broke the club scoring record. I remember him taking me around the rock bars of Newcastle, missing my train back to York and kipping on his sofa. I remember him smuggling me into West Ham away on a kids ticket. Although we'd lost touch over the last few years as my attendance at the match has become more and more sporadic, I'll always remember him, the mad bastard. Thoughts are with his brother and the rest of his family. RIP. Sorry for your loss mate. I've seen his picture and I recognise him slightly from when I used to have a season ticket. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heron Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Is it possible to use the excess of the protest find for some flowers? Surely it's a more meaningful cause. I agree. I was thinking maybe put it towards something of more use - get a banner (large one) then take it to the City game. Get something on it that can be re-used. That way not only are we paying our respects, we can use it again for big games to generate more atmosphere as they would have wanted. How much is left btw? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Geordie Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Terrific gesture from the mackems. also those two poems are very moving. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Is it possible to use the excess of the protest find for some flowers? Surely it's a more meaningful cause. I agree. I was thinking maybe put it towards something of more use - get a banner (large one) then take it to the City game. Get something on it that can be re-used. That way not only are we paying our respects, we can use it again for big games to generate more atmosphere as they would have wanted. How much is left btw? Excellent idea, flowers should certainly come first though, and maybe even money towards the charities their families are hoping to create. I'll put my money I never got round to doing in on Monday. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heron Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Toon one already started by Gallowgate Kev I believe: http://www.gofundme.com/bs0qeg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Geordie Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I will also be heading to St James at some point over the weekend with some flowers and pay tribute. It feels the right thing to do (for me) as I said earlier - I didn't know either but it's knocked the stuffing out of me today. :-( Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 The Mackems have been brilliant, they should be proud of what they are doing, it's totally unexpected. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JH Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Passed a grand already Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
henke Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Is the Sunderland cash total money pledged or actually received? Cause unless my eyes are playing tricks it's over £1000. If that's accurate I'm damn near lost for words. Absolutely blown away in fact. If the mackems are reading this then thank you all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GallowgateKev Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 If anyone would like to donate towards a flag and funeral costs in honour of John and Liam you can do so here... http://www.gofundme.com/bs0qeg?pc=tw_f_app #gofundme Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GallowgateKev Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Hopefully if enough is raised we can pay for their season tickets to remain empty for the season (or a family member to attend in their honour)... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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