Monsport (Malcolm) Lost his battle

[OBs]

So very sad to hear of things like this, I never met Malcolm and to be honest I dont think I reconise the name.
He was obviously a very well liked character and is going to be greatly missed by all.

Why is it Cancer is getting more and more common these days? I have heard of more deaths through cancer lately then I ever have in as long as I can remember, I some times cringe when hearing of the word 'Cancer' being so loosely used, using it to refer to rust for example

Its such a shame, I hope his family were well prepared

OBs

[Gortour]

Malcolm had been ill and undergoing Chemotherapy for a long while OBs.
Sad to say, it was not entirely unexpected, but it's still a nasty thing to happen.
Cancer is a f*ckin' nasty b'stard, and always seems to go for the good guys. There's enough evil sh*ts around, murderers, rapists, paedophiles etc, but these people seem to go on for ever...
It just ain't fair, but I'm afraid that's life...
My mother and mother-in-law have had Cancer, my friends sister died of it, and countless relatives have gone in the past from this horrible disease.

[gaszman]

ok have e mailed english heratige will phone mon am to see about the castle if we can use the inner square . they have no plans to hold any events july so maybe the end of july . will get some more info monday but i guess we need to start a meets thred calling it the monosport meet venue to be announced gor if you can start the thred a list would be cool and lets see whats happens sad very sad. i do hope we have a good turn out maybe we could get a full day at the castle to make it worth wile for those who have to travel a long way what do you think all ideas welcome if we get to use the castle they will get cash from people looking around ect .father in law lost his life to cancer he was my mate a good bloke starange for a father in law nice to rember all those we have lost to cancer only the good die young

[HartgeH27]

Yes Malcolm had known for some time but took his illness with diginity and never lost his sense of humour. I have spoken with Malcoms wife Sheila and she is very touched by the kind words from the Zone. Malcom was in Rowans Hospice in Purbrook and donations would be very welcome. Malcolm loved his garden and flowers and she has said she would love lots of flowers at the funeral. How about a big E30ZONE arrangement ? As for the meet Sheila would like to meet the peeps at some stage of the day to say a thankyou for the support and sympathy from the members.

Gazman - you gonna sort the meet pse ? Gordon donations/flowers can you arrange m8 ?

I may not be online too much in the near future so any ???? give me a buzz.

[spook]

malc also lost his mother a few weeks ago, this must be a terrible time for his family, thats three people this year that i know who have died from this awfull disease, someone find a cure ffs, and why the fuck does cancer research need to appeal for funds on the telly when this poxy fucking goverment should pay for it

[OBs]

why the **** does cancer research need to appeal for funds on the telly when this poxy ******* goverment should pay for it

Got to keep the low life kiddy fiddlers, serial murderers etc etc alive

[Gortour]

Iain,, that's not actually a charity as such, so I'll sort a collection here mate. No worries.
Got to go out now, but will sort it first thing in the morning.

Dave, again, I will start a thread in the morning. May i propose the 28th? Gives us max time for collections leaving the meet within next month.

Cheers all.

[Gortour]

Iain, please inform me of full details of where the money is going for those wishing to donate by cheque.
PM me if easier.

cheers all.

[spook]

lets let this meet kick off at 2pm, to allow long distance zoners time to travel

[less2303]

Could you please let me know when you sort out donations/flowers and where to send money. Thanks.

[HartgeH27]

Gordon will make a co-ordinated announcement as soon as things are organised but thanks for the support peeps.

[Careanla]

I only joined the other day so didn't get chance to meet Malcolm or share a word or thread
or seemed to be lucky enough to meet him as some of you have.

But this thread has really highlighted to me what a great community you have all created
and I am sure Malcolm was a big part and contributer to that.

It's a strange feeling when you have only been a member or even known someone for a short
while and you get that 'touched' feeling when people start remembering what we are here for.

To Live
To Love
To Remember.

My condolences to Malcolm's, family and friends.

Craig )

[Gortour]

@ Iain & Mark, you guys both have PM.
Let me know what you want me to do, I'll gladly sort whatever you'd like me to. If you guys want to sort things, no worries, just say so. PM if easier.

@ gaszman, Dave, it's you and me to sort the meet for next month mate. I'll do anything you need, we can discuss it tomorrow at the meet.

Cheers all. We'll make Malcolm proud to have been an E30Zone member.

[andye30nut]

never knew but pass my Condolences and wishes to his family il put in collection.

[Mox3d]

Sad sad news to hear of one who left such an impression upon folk. I unfortunately never had the pleasure but clearly he will always have a place. My sincere thoughts and prayers to his family.

[Jesus325iTouring]

Something of a shock when I switched on the PC this morning,Malcolm was a top chap.

Cancer will take anyone pleases,just a shame it's always the good'uns.

RIP Malcolm.

[topspark]

Very sad news , never met malcom face to face but talked on here with him several times, great genuine guy.
my thoughts go out to his family.
keep us posted on how to donate.

lee

[Gortour]

Will try and finalise with Mark and Iain today, hopefully we'll get the ball rolling this evening, once we have all the details.

Many thanks to all offering donations. Malcolm would have been delighted to know he was held in such esteem.

Cheers all.

[Simon13]

I've just seen this Malc was one of the original oldskoolers on the old forum, so sad

RIP Malc

[Gortour]

I have just started a collection thread towards flowers for Malcolm's funeral.

Anyone wishing to donate, please go to:

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... 704#748704

Many thanks to all.

Cheers

[davidt]

So pleased to have known Malcolm a true gent. Condolences to his family. Our thoughts are with them. Dave@Lin.

[Endless325]

RIP mate, don't know what to say

[A1BMW325iSport]

just seen this topic

rip mate

[Splondike]

Sorry to see this news. I met Malcolm a couple of times at meets and at Bexleys and he seemed a nice genuine bloke.

RIP Malcom and condolences to his family.

[munky30]

I didn't know the guy but seem to remember a post or two from him.

Its always sad when things like this happen, usually to people that really don't deserve it.

My thoughts and condolences go out to his family and friends.

RIP.

[mrLEE30]

As above.. never knew or met him but remember his posts (especially one a while ago asking for the age of zoners)...moving to see the zoners recognise the loss of a friend and fellow enthusiast. reminds me of someone posting a thread when we had a bit of tragedy here in Bahrain about a year ago to see if i was involved...very moving... i hope his family can read this thread later on and feel some sort of comfort in how others viewed him... Rest in Peace Monsport.

mrlee

[HartgeH27]

I am going to see Sheila (Malcolms wife) tonight at 6.30 and will let her see these posts.

[whipsey]

good idea it's always nice to know there are still people about that do care

[Steve-E30]

Had the pleasure of meeting him at one of the southern meets , Very pleasant and cheerful guy and lovely bmw as well , Im sure he will be greatly missed , Condolences to his wife , family and friends , Rip Malcolm

[tylerma]

I never had the pleasure of meeting him
but I have been a member for a long time
and he was always one of the main stays of the zone

Rip Malcolm
and condolences to his family

[Gortour]

The fund is going well too Iain, if you want to show Sheila that as well mate. And the Memorial meet thread.

[SHAKEELE30]

It a shame to hear something like this to happen to anyone.

Never met the guy but by looking at the picture he sure does seem like a really good guy, its a shame, my thoughts and condolences to his family/wife/friends......

Will try to make the meet......

[HartgeH27]

The funeral is on Weds 4th July at St Judes church, Kent Road, Southsea PO5 3EL then Milton Cemetar. 1230.

Shelia (Malcolms widow) was overwhelmed with gratitude for the kind words of condolence. I printed out most of what had been put into threads and left it with her.

I explained about the floral arrangement which Gord has collected and Mark is arranging, it will be quite large in the MONSPORT layout, again she was very very grateful as she knew how much Malc enjoyed the Zone and the company especially in has last year.

She would love to meet any Zoner when the Monsport Meet takes place on the 15th July, Gazman is doing a great job there and fine details will be forthcoming.

She is a fine lady - so lets do the final bit for Malc and make sure we have a good meet for him.

[nickp]

Very sad to hear this.

It's been a long time since i posted here as i no longer own an e30, but i met Malcolm a couple of times when i was around the zone at meet's and at Bexley's and he was a genuinely nice, friendly bloke.

Condolences to his family, i'm sure he will be greatly missed by all.

R.I.P

Nick

[HartgeH27]

The funeral went well yesterday and Shelia (Malcolms widow) has asked me to convey her heartfelt thanks for all the messages of support and condolence.

There was a room off the main church where Malcolms collection of photography was on display and Shelia left an area purely for E30Zone on which I stuck up a huge amount of the emails and threads from Zoners.

You have all done him proud !

I am trying to get a photo of the Zone flowers which came in the shape of a four foot by nearly two foot display with his Zone name of MONSPORT.

Extra thanks to Gordon for the collection and E30Mark for organising the flowers.

See some of you on the 15th July at the meet.