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Post by ChrisB on Jul 17, 2016 12:45:13 GMT
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Post by waynetilling on Jul 17, 2016 13:47:44 GMT
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Post by ChrisB on Jul 17, 2016 14:26:19 GMT
Terribly sad news: a quiet, unassuming man who lived and breathed OCFC. R.I.P. Colin.
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Post by hedges on Jul 17, 2016 15:00:20 GMT
Yep utterly devastating news to all involved! Thought and prayers with the family and everyone associated at the club.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2016 16:09:07 GMT
Spoke to him yesterday as he was helping a collapsed man into an ambulance at the Chesham game. Very sad news deep condolences to his family.
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Post by exile on Jul 17, 2016 16:30:23 GMT
Shattering news for his family and the club. I knew Colin for many years and he was always a great servant to the club; we shall all miss him.
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Post by Logistics on Jul 17, 2016 17:15:35 GMT
Extremely sad news, my condolences to his family and everyone at the club.
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Post by David Newman on Jul 17, 2016 18:08:37 GMT
I am deeply shocked and saddened by this terrible news. I am sure I speak for many coaches at the club long before me and those after that held Colin in highest regard in prayers and thoughts for his family.
He used to call me "my friend David". I was honoured and along with many others will miss him eternally.
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Post by PompeyFan on Jul 17, 2016 18:30:39 GMT
Sad news. Condolences to all at OCFC from a Pompey fan.
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Post by nptonexile on Jul 17, 2016 18:36:29 GMT
Terrible news. Shocked. Always spoke to Colin when booking on team bus for away games. RIP Colin.
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Post by Padz on Jul 17, 2016 19:07:19 GMT
Deeply sad news, thoughts are with Sarah, Laura & all of Colin's family and close friends
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Post by Mick malone on Jul 17, 2016 19:54:45 GMT
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of colin. A true club man and always had time for a chat.sending my deepest sympathy to his family and everyone at the club.from mick snd liam malone
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Post by Mark Neal on Jul 17, 2016 21:10:52 GMT
Horrendous News. I went past OCFC this morning at 9:30, with police cars speeding into the complex, i feared the worst then but not for a second could imagine what we all found out this afternoon. Shocking News. Colin was a man who gave everything for the football club, the facilities and football club have improved drastically over the previous years. Testament to his hard work and also those who support/help and volunteer at this great football club of ours. My thoughts at this time are with his wife Sue, Daughters Sarah and Laura who also like there father help the club massively. Oxford City FC is more than just a football club its a community & family. I think the OCFC community arena or a stand should be named in his honour. RIP COLIN TAYLOR x
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Post by Rijs on Jul 17, 2016 21:19:26 GMT
Very sad, as all OCFC fans are, to read this news. Colin's time as Managing Director has been one of immense progress for the club and he did such a lot himself, but seemed so modest and self-effacing. He will leave a huge hole--what a loss to his family, and to this community club. I agree with Mark: there should be something at the ground which is a lasting memorial to a fine man and great club servant.
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Post by Danny Leggett (Foxy) on Jul 18, 2016 7:04:11 GMT
So so sad. All of us lads at Nomads send our condolences to the family and friends of Colin. Only Friday Colin said how he was looking forward to our season as we looked good in our game, to hear this tragic news has knocked myself and the other lads for six. Colin Was and will always be Mr Oxford City, a true gentleman who always afforded time for anyone, Rest In Peace Colin, your be sadly missed mate.
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Post by hedges on Jul 18, 2016 10:13:59 GMT
While im certain in the midterm/longterm something permanent will be done with regards to a memorial.
Im looking at PSF's and theres not much opportunity with the 1st team to get a big crowd together. No home PSFs and all PSF are midweek until Brackley (Saturday 30th) meaning difficulty with regards to work.
Maybe a nomads game at home on 3G?
Would be nice to get a nice big bumper crowd together for a game to show our support and solidarity as fans to the hierarchy of the club, especially as there have been divisions in the last few months and sadly it normally takes an extremely tragic event like this to bring people back together and realize there is more to life than football.
Brackley might be a good shout, quite local and gives us a chance to spread the word and arrange logistics of getting people there?
Any thoughts?
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Post by huxman on Jul 18, 2016 15:59:19 GMT
Brackley might be a good shout, quite local and gives us a chance to spread the word and arrange logistics of getting people there?
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I think this would be a great idea Hedges. Not too far and would be fitting. Also how about Banbury?
I'll do waht I can to get along
Hux
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Post by hedges on Jul 18, 2016 16:25:31 GMT
Banbury would be the better choice due to Fordy being there and half the Banbury team being made up of ex City/Nomad players....
But correct me if Im wrong I couldn't see a scheduled friendly against them in the other thread?
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Post by hedgessenior on Jul 18, 2016 20:09:50 GMT
Appalling news for all concerned.My thoughts,and prayers are with the family.
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Post by Super Hoop on Jul 19, 2016 17:09:27 GMT
Can I suggest a more fitting tribute might be to actually do it at City?! He worked so hard to build City to what it is today, so it should be held at home. I'm sure the family would agree. We're at home first game of the season on Saturday 6th August, so ideal opportunity.
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Post by hedges on Jul 19, 2016 19:20:57 GMT
Can I suggest a more fitting tribute might be to actually do it at City?! He worked so hard to build City to what it is today, so it should be held at home. I'm sure the family would agree. We're at home first game of the season on Saturday 6th August, so ideal opportunity. Yep. Afew people on the dark Web of social media have said the same. I've lost track of time and thought the season didn't start for like another 4 weeks, my bad...I'm therefore inclined to agree with this suggestion as are others. |
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Post by peterorange on Jul 21, 2016 12:24:22 GMT
Has anyone heard anything about a memorial fund yet? We would like to make a donation if so....
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Post by Deleted on Jul 21, 2016 23:08:23 GMT
I would like to thank Marlow FC for their welcome tonight..
And great Respect for The Two minutes silence before the game
In Memory Of Colin Taylor RIP
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Post by ChrisB on Jul 22, 2016 15:18:13 GMT
There is now a Book of Remembrance at the Community Arena at Marsh Lane for those who knew Colin to record their thoughts and messages.
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