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Post by blazey on Aug 4, 2015 20:19:26 GMT 1
Dear B&Aers, Some sad news regarding Mark Vickers, a stalwart of the Riverside, Block 19 and the away terraces, who passed away peacefully on Sunday at a tragically young age after a long battle with cancer. I'm concious that many of you will not know Mark by name but may recognise him - he is third from the right in the picture below. Despite his illness, Mark continued to travel from Manchester to follow the Town regularly right until the end, and was able to celebrate promotion on the pitch with us just a few months ago vs Plymouth Argyle. Last time I spoke to Mark, a few weeks ago, he was hoping to be strong enough to join us on our return to League One but his body gave up after a long battle. I've been asked to pass on that there will be a minutes applause for Mark just prior to kick-off on Saturday - to remember and commemorate his exceptional character and bravery in facing this cruel disease - I hope you will all join us.
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Post by SouthStandShrew on Aug 4, 2015 20:23:37 GMT 1
Didn't know him but terrible news.
RIP.
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Post by thesensationaljt on Aug 4, 2015 20:27:43 GMT 1
Very sad news, and puts mundane things in life into perspective. Rest in peace, Mark.
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Post by SuttonShrew on Aug 4, 2015 20:28:55 GMT 1
Thoughts to his family and friends whom a lot of you will know.
RIP
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Post by Groover on Aug 4, 2015 20:37:25 GMT 1
Very sad news, didn't know the guy but I recognise his face from games.
RIP
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Post by Shrewsfan1985 on Aug 4, 2015 20:38:42 GMT 1
RIP.
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Post by clive on Aug 4, 2015 20:43:00 GMT 1
Very sad news my heart goes out to the family
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 20:52:55 GMT 1
Sorry to hear this, we have lost some special fans in recent times. RIP
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 20:52:44 GMT 1
RIP Mark.
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Post by hello on Aug 4, 2015 20:55:22 GMT 1
Sad news. I remember him and his brother Simon from being at Prestfelde with them both, and recognise him from attending games. RIP Mark.
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Post by blueandamber on Aug 4, 2015 21:03:49 GMT 1
RIP Mark.
You will get a clap from me for your bravery and courage.
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Post by Stewie Shrew on Aug 4, 2015 21:19:51 GMT 1
another tragic loss to the Shrewsbury Town family Rip Mark
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Post by ssshrew on Aug 4, 2015 21:43:24 GMT 1
Another young life gone to this terrible disease. So sad. RIP. Thoughts go to his family.
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Post by MartinB on Aug 4, 2015 21:49:26 GMT 1
RIP
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Post by siabod on Aug 4, 2015 21:58:02 GMT 1
R.I.P. Thoughts are with all his loved ones.
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Post by ThrobsBlackHat on Aug 4, 2015 22:02:58 GMT 1
I've seen him at games.
Rest in peace!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 22:18:55 GMT 1
Gone far too young. RIP
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Post by wiseone on Aug 4, 2015 22:20:58 GMT 1
RIP
It was a pleasure to have met Mark through Salop and I am so sad to hear this tragic news.
My thoughts are with his family and friends.
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Post by Salop1977 on Aug 4, 2015 22:23:37 GMT 1
RIP Mark.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 22:24:46 GMT 1
Very sad, RIP Mark and thoughts to his family
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Post by Exkeeper on Aug 4, 2015 22:29:44 GMT 1
Very sad news. Rest in peace fellow Salopian.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 22:46:46 GMT 1
Very sad.
RIP.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 22:51:16 GMT 1
RIP
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Post by frankwellshrews on Aug 4, 2015 23:07:55 GMT 1
Thanks for this, Jake, a fitting tribute.
Hope as many B&A faithful as possible will join us in creating a cracking atmosphere on Saturday to remember him by.
A more loyal Salop fan and friend you could not find. RIP.
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Post by markglasgow on Aug 4, 2015 23:10:49 GMT 1
Awful news. Had the pleasure of Mark's company at many Salop games over the years. A great lad who will be sorely, sorely missed.
RIP my friend.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 4, 2015 23:47:56 GMT 1
RIP young Mark .
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Post by sussexshrew on Aug 5, 2015 5:48:15 GMT 1
This is heartbreaking. What a fine looking young man who should have had a long and fulfilled life ahead of him. If you read this, I know that as an unknown stranger, my words cannot bring any consolation to you his family, but I send you love anyway, and I know that if I had known Mark, I would have shared your pride.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 5, 2015 8:49:17 GMT 1
Dreadful news - Mark was a lovely guy and I didn't even realise he was ill. RIP mon.
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Post by shrewsace on Aug 5, 2015 9:22:26 GMT 1
RIP monner, you will be missed.
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Post by timgallon on Aug 5, 2015 12:59:35 GMT 1
Sad news indeed. Shared many a Saturday either at a match or in the pub with Mark and other fellow Salopians who will miss his company.
Another dark day for the STFC family. 2015 has not been a good year in this respect.
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