Some suggestions we've had It would be nice if a wreath could be sent for the funeral (unless the family want donations instead of) from the Forum - and if you are going to do a collection for him, then the proceeds could be used a number of ways... - a commemorative brick in the wall at Oakwell (£25) - sponsor the match programme or ball in his memory (bit costly though - unless you can do a one-off deal with Darren e.g. sponsor the prog/ball but don't take up the Executive Lounge facilities etc.,) - donation to a Cancer charity - donation to the Birmingham Orthopaedic Hospital where Steve had treatment and had a lot of time for. There is a family related charity for the Hospital (providing facilities etc., for patients' relatives) & - Alternatively a donation to Jimmy's in Leeds, where he also had treatment. (Mind you, he wasn't too enamoured of one or two of the specialists there!!).
Your dad was such a brave man Tim ! Reading his diary was an inspiration .God bless him now hes not in any more pain. Rest in peace Steve
all very good.... for me... the brick, the ball, the match, the 'well, the wreath .... and leave the donations to cancer research and such to others.. This is a BFC site and this is what brings us together. Let's give some money (in Steve's name) to the club so that the club may be that little bit better. (And, Micky Finn, I don't think that the club should donate it to some charity. I think that the club should use it like all the funds donated to the club from supporters and sponsors. And, City Tyke, we need a bit of leadership and direction right now. People are ready to send in a few bob right now. Put some bank account details up on here and some money will be dropped into it from all angles.... paypal aint the same... it's messier
RE: I can give Darren in markerting a ring Good Idea CT. Not shirking from doing it myslef, just that you will be known to them already
RE: FTAO Tommy Tyke, York Red etc TT has contacted me and has a copy of the diary in word format. Just waiting to hear from Rhys because he's probably got the html version.
Tim, I read your Dad's diary's and with this news I sit here in Brisbane Australia and I have shed some tears. I guess we all knew that with his condition this was likely to be the outcome, but I was so impressed by his courage and fortitude that I had convinced myself that it would not happen. Please accept my condolensces, you have every reason to be proud of your Dad. God bless you at this time.
RIP Steve S..Deepest sympathy to freinds & family Never met steve but always read with great interest his diary and posts.</p> Showed great courage in the face of the direst personal adversity.</p> An example to us all.</p> At least his long suffering is now at an end.</p> Rest in Peace Steve.</p>
Rest in peace Steve S top man and a proper inspiration to each and every one of us who post on here. my thoughts go out to you and your family
I used to read Steve`s diaries in total admiration. The dignity in which he dealt with his illness was a lesson to all of us. He will not be forgotten.Deepest sympathy from all of us to all of you. Mark
RIP Steve. I am deeply saddened to hear about your Dad and hope you and your family can find the sort of strength your Dad showed to get through this difficult time. I only spent a few hours in your Dad's company over the past few years but it was long enough to know he was a truely remarkable person. Rarely do you come across a person so brave yet so humble. He will be sorely missed.
RIP Steve Really sorry to hear that and deeply shocked. I never met him but like so many on here we read his Dear Diary posts with great interest. Rather like Laura, Steve brought a perspective to things that are really important in life, and he made us all feel a little humble for what we have. Also, he demonstrated a strength most of us can only admire from afar. Respect and condolences to you and the rest of his family. R.I.P Steve.
RIP SteveS Your dad was a real inspiration Tim to me and probably most on here that read his diary pages When I went through a really bad patch, when I lost my job, no matter what he was going through he sent me loads of support both emotionally and practically. I'm so sorry to hear this news. I lost my dad earlier this year and the one good thing I got out of it was just how much he'd meant to people and what he'd done that I'd never known about - hope some of these postings might help you get through it all as well. Claire
Very sorry to hear the sad news Steve S was a tremendous inspiration to many people (myself included) and long may his memory be cherished. RIP Steve.
my sympathy Tim I remember reading your dad's diary some years back, and being moved by his honesty and bright outlook despite all the trouble.
Sincerest Condolences Genuinely saddened to hear of Steves passing. Remember reading Steve's Diary on the old .net site, no doubt it was a source of inspiration and strength to many on this site, myself included RIP Steve
