Guest jimbob Posted July 28, 2015 Share Posted July 28, 2015 A photographer friend of mine is doing this project, taking people who have lost those close to them back to a location of their favourite photo. I lost my Dad last year and my favourite photo is one Neil took and posted in the crowd pics on Facebook. Some of you knew Bob Torry (south stand R97 & 98) - here's my story. http://james.lovedandlostproject.co.uk/i#james-story Simon is hoping others will share their stories - if recommend it, it's been a great experience for me, and I think you'll agree, handled very sensitively. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sefton owl Posted July 28, 2015 Share Posted July 28, 2015 Fantastic story mate, great post.. Hilsborough have lost a fantastic supporter and true gentleman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TANGLED UP IN BLUE Posted July 28, 2015 Share Posted July 28, 2015 You fellow owl win the Internet, great post. As above Hillsborough has lost a great supporter. Thanks for sharing this with us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shez owl Posted July 28, 2015 Share Posted July 28, 2015 Lost my dad in 2013, we were south stand ST holders together too. Very poignant and resinates for me too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kopparberg Posted July 28, 2015 Share Posted July 28, 2015 Watched / listened to the video. Really moving stuff. Really brave of you to do. Remember - Memories last forever. Wawaw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jimbob Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Thankyou. Very touched by your comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChapSmurf Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Amazing story, although obviously sad, it is warming to know that your memories of your Dad are fond ones. Thanks for sharing this and I hope that for years to come you can watch the video again and relive some of the wonderful moments you both spent together, at Hillsborough and beyond. There is a lot of dross on the interweb these days. Simon's website just goes to show what a powerful medium it can be, in the right hands. Plus 1 for Simon Bray and I hope the site continues to grow and helps others share their memories and relieve the deep hurt losing a loved one can bring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOwlsofDodworth Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 All Wednesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
areNOTwhatTHEYseem Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Thank you for posting this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Deleted member Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 A really good read that, thank you for sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casbahowl Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Humbled mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxine Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 What lovely memories Great photo. It made me emotional watching that but still enjoyed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Very great read that was really enjoyed it. It made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up when I saw my name on the wall near your dads brick. RIP Bob. WAWAW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jimbob Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Neil, if you think there's a my chance of finding that original photo I would love to have it (will happily pay whatever the costs would be) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelcityowlsfan Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 A very moving story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reallondonowl Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Thank you so much for posting. I lost my Mum to cancer in 2004 and we were South Stand season ticket holders together. She first took me on her shoulders to the Germany semi-final in 1966 when I was 3. She took me and my mates to the FA Cup replays in Leicester when I was 14. She was helped over the barriers and escorted by police to the seats when it kicked off in our section nextto the Arsenal fans. We were together at Wembley when Sheridan scored against Man U in 91 and again in 93 to see Waddle's belter against the other lot. Finals, final replays, you name it. She is remembered on the Boxing Day massacre wall as "Moira - 4ever Owl" and always will be. You have managed to bring a host of memories flooding back and i thank you for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brianmcgee Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Great read and a brilliant idea in my opinion. Really puts things into perspective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barn_owl Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Powerful stuff and I am sure there are a few of us who relate to that special father / son time going to the match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weshallovercome Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 (edited) A lovely read, jimbob. Made me shed a tear, not entirely sure if that if that was for your dad or mine, but a lovely read all the same. Edited July 29, 2015 by Weshallovercome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bannofan Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 Excellent read. My own father is still fortunately alive and going to the games, and I go with him and my mates when I do go. I had fair few years..maybe 15/16 where I had little or no contact with him after he left my mum but going to watch SWFC together again from 2005 onwards as grown men - like we had father and little boy in the late 70's and 80's - was the most instrumental thing in us building a relationship again so I could relate to that bit of your story. Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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