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Post by davehuddscousin on Oct 21, 2017 12:26:01 GMT
Very sad news indeed.
Geoff's crowning achievement was in getting Rovers back playing in Bristol, and making sure the club (and the Mem) was protected from the bankruptcy of the old Rugby Club.
He probably stayed as Chairman for too long, became over sensitive to criticism towards the end of his time, and was hostile to others (like the Gas Trust) who were as committed to BRFC as he was, but over the years he made an immense contribution to Bristol Rovers.
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Post by Peter Parker on Oct 21, 2017 12:26:41 GMT
I had my run ins with Geoff. He did good and bad at Rovers, but I would never doubt he was a Gashead or wish ill on him
RIP Geoff
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Post by eppinggas on Oct 21, 2017 12:30:28 GMT
A time to remember all the good things he did for Bristol Rovers. We have a lot to thank him for. RIP.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2017 12:43:11 GMT
I met Geoff a number of times and always found him courteous and friendly
All rovers fans owe him an enormous amount which we can never repay.
So sorry to lose a man I called a friend
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2017 12:56:37 GMT
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Young knew him as well as anone a tribute from you would be fitting
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Post by kidgas on Oct 21, 2017 12:57:54 GMT
Sorry to hear this news, as without Geoff & his father, there might not be a Bristol Rovers FC. Far too young an age to pass, RIP. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.
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Post by swissgas on Oct 21, 2017 13:00:01 GMT
In the relatively short time we knew each other Geoff and his Dad changed my life for the better.
As supporters of Rovers we all owe Geoff a great deal.
My thoughts are with Sharon, Peter and Matthew on this sad day.
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Post by sheffieldgas on Oct 21, 2017 13:10:12 GMT
Sad news.
My condolences to all concerned.
Sleep well, Geoff.
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Post by swissgas on Oct 21, 2017 13:10:37 GMT
I met Geoff a number of times and always found him courteous and friendly All rovers fans owe him an enormous amount which we can never repay. So sorry to lose a man I called a friend Neil Young knew him as well as anone a tribute from you would be fitting Yes, I should like to do that Brian, quite honestly I'm stuck here in a hotel room in Tennessee in tears. I've got some striking memories of Geoff from a very short but critical time at Rovers from just after the move to Twerton Park to the winning of promotion in 1990 and when I get the chance I will share them on the forum. |
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Post by harrybuckle on Oct 21, 2017 13:31:20 GMT
I knew Geoff well after my involvement as programme editor from 1987-1992. He asked me to write his story of his involvement at the Club some three years ago but I declined as I felt it should be in his own words.
Always came across as a genuine fan and he made difficult decisions the move from Bristol to Bath was his hardest he had to make. He was truly upset at the relegation to bottom division and the exit from the Football League was he said his worst moment of his time supporting the Gas.
A real gentleman who worked tirelessly for the Club he loved without getting the correct credit. His father Denis never a football fan, was told by Geoff to also get involved and both ensured we had a Club to continue to support and this must never be underestimated.
My last personal conversation with Geoff was at Bobby Jones's funeral when he still spoke so lovingly of his Rovers memories.
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Post by gasheadpirate on Oct 21, 2017 13:31:36 GMT
Only met him once and he seemed a nice enough person. He and his father keptvrwg bag Rovers alive and getting the Mem gave us a permanent home. Much to be thankful for on those grounds alone. My condolences to his family.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2017 13:32:04 GMT
Desperately sad news.
My thoughts are with Geoff's family and friends.
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Post by Blue Mist on Oct 21, 2017 13:43:20 GMT
Thank you Geoff Dunford for all you did for Bristol Rovers.
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Post by simonj on Oct 21, 2017 13:45:16 GMT
RIP
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Post by barleycorn48 on Oct 21, 2017 13:52:20 GMT
Just been confirmed former Rovers Director Geoff Dunford has died. He was a great servant to BRFC over many years I am truly sorry to hear this news. I hope the club have some kind of memorial in line for Geoff |
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Post by One F in Dunford on Oct 21, 2017 13:59:33 GMT
RIP Geoff, thanks for everything you and your family did for BRFC.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2017 14:03:31 GMT
Sad news, RIP Geoff, i will always be grateful for what you and your family did for our club.
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Post by One F in Dunford on Oct 21, 2017 15:05:29 GMT
RIP Geoff, thanks for everything you and your family did for BRFC. Eh ...did you not read my earlier post ? repeated below
I knew Geoff well after my involvement as programme editor from 1987-1992. He asked me to write his story of his involvement at the Club some three years ago but I declined as I felt it should be in his own words.
Always came across as a genuine fan and he made difficult decisions the move from Bristol to Bath was his hardest he had to make. He was truly upset at the relegation to bottom division and the exit from the Football League was he said his worst moment of his time supporting the Gas.
A real gentleman who worked tirelessly for the Club he loved without getting the correct credit. His father Denis never a football fan, was told by Geoff to also get involved and both ensured we had a Club to continue to support and this must never be underestimated.
My last personal conversation with Geoff was at Bobby Jones's funeral when he still spoke so lovingly of his Rovers memories.
RIP Geoff.
Read more: gasheads.org/thread/6848/rip-gashead-geoff-dunford?page=2#ixzz4w9XBaPT1
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Post by harrybuckle on Oct 21, 2017 15:48:36 GMT
Eh ...did you not read my earlier post ? repeated below
I knew Geoff well after my involvement as programme editor from 1987-1992. He asked me to write his story of his involvement at the Club some three years ago but I declined as I felt it should be in his own words.
Always came across as a genuine fan and he made difficult decisions the move from Bristol to Bath was his hardest he had to make. He was truly upset at the relegation to bottom division and the exit from the Football League was he said his worst moment of his time supporting the Gas.
A real gentleman who worked tirelessly for the Club he loved without getting the correct credit. His father Denis never a football fan, was told by Geoff to also get involved and both ensured we had a Club to continue to support and this must never be underestimated.
My last personal conversation with Geoff was at Bobby Jones's funeral when he still spoke so lovingly of his Rovers memories.
RIP Geoff.
Read more: gasheads.org/thread/6848/rip-gashead-geoff-dunford?page=2#ixzz4w9XBaPT1
I certainly did read it and thought it was great words. Unfortunately the post I quoted from I believe was inappropriate. UTG |
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Post by stroudblue on Oct 21, 2017 16:55:51 GMT
RIP Steered Rovers through troubled times, and genuinely worked hard to give our team a fighting chance of survival.
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