backup 2,083 Posted October 11 Thought posters might like to put a face to the name, checked if it was okay to do so, it is. Something most won’t know about ED is that he was at N’castle after leaving school, he was offered terms but his mother decided he was getting a real job in the bank. He was a big lump of a lad even then, typical battering ram centre forward of that era and skill to go with it, who knows what could have been, hope you like the fotie from last year, keep rockin’ big chap ? 108 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ianb1547 1,703 Posted October 11 Thank you @backup. Much appreciated being able to see the man who caused the odd stir on these pages now and again....and who will be genuinely missed by many. 17 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malkster 605 Posted October 11 not a bad keyboard player too ? R.I.P. Ed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparkle 9,240 Posted October 11 In a way it makes it even sadder putting a face to the name. Im glad he got back here for his last wind-ups. I’m sure such a big character will be sadly missed by his family and friends 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dummiesoot 4,489 Posted October 11 Cheers Backup enjoyed reading his windup and also some of his knowledge of The Famous was second to none. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G.E.C. 5,551 Posted October 11 He always wore jeans and a suit jacket whenever I was in his company. Real gentleman. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JukeBoxJohn 2,984 Posted October 11 I vaguely remember him sharing that story in the boozer (I was probably hammered) he was a class act and never a dull moment when he was out and about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G.E.C. 5,551 Posted October 11 18 minutes ago, JukeBoxJohn said: I vaguely remember him sharing that story in the boozer (I was probably hammered) he was a class act and never a dull moment when he was out and about. I remember we were all in Crystal Palace and you were showing him your matches on Tinder. Then he started chatting up these middle aged birds across from us 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JukeBoxJohn 2,984 Posted October 11 Just now, G.E.C. said: I remember we were all in Crystal Palace and you were showing him Tinder. Then he started chatting up these middle aged birds across from us They were loving it as well. Brilliant. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLUEDIGNITY 9,501 Posted October 11 Sleep easy Bro. Condolences to the Family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyson1872 2,661 Posted October 11 Condolences to his family. One of the first people I remember on this site, loved a right good piss take With all that Rangers meant to him, I'm glad he got to see a proper Rangers once more before he passed. Rest easy big man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
backup 2,083 Posted October 11 2 hours ago, dummiesoot said: Cheers Backup enjoyed reading his windup and also some of his knowledge of The Famous was second to none. Before there was such a thing as agents big Tam used to do many of The Rangers players finances like pensions and investments, he counted many of them as good friends, whom he socialised with down through the years...he wasn’t averse to a bit name dropping about it either ? 12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moody Blue Legend 21,029 Posted October 11 Nice one backup. ?. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Virtuoso 14,722 Posted October 11 7 hours ago, backup said: Just for you big man ? ☺️ ? 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
backup 2,083 Posted October 12 Direct cremation arrangements finalised yesterday, no service or funeral, as per Tam’s wishes. His ashes will be scattered at various places he requested, Ibrox hopefully too. Tam left money to Erskine, McMillan nurses and Roxburgh House Hospice, I am sure he would be happy for anyone who wishes to remember him in some way, to make a small contribution to any of those worthy causes. fillin up can’t write anymore..? 16 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linnyplant 303 Posted October 12 The reaction to Tam passing away has been quite overwhelming but also very heartwarming.Gers fans have surpassed themselves with their kind comments.I thought you might like to know a bit more about Tams photo.It was taken in The Old Toll Bar in PRW in September 2017,it was to be the last time that I would see Tam on a face to face basis.He phoned me to meet in the Grapes where we reminisced about our favourite subject...... childhood days living in Plantation over a few beers and we then headed on to the Viceroy He asked the young barmaid if he could pick up the £50 that he had left behind the bar after a Rangers game in 1978....the barmaid went along with it and said she would find it and post it out to him.....We then headed into the Old Toll Bar and that is where we had our last drinks together...... What you can't see in the photo are the young Irish lass and her young Polish pal........Tam had some great banter with them and they really lapped it up.....he was always winding folk up ......even if he hadn't met them before.It really is a sore one to lose the big man....taken far too young. 13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
backup 2,083 Posted October 12 After that wee wobble, those are the arrangements at this moment in time. If there are any changes Jacquie will let us know. Jacquie is knocked out by the esteem that Tam is held in by so many here, a great comfort to her ? 12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sweettartangirl 2,818 Posted October 12 I know the feeling @backup? reading all these threads is continually making me wobble. He was always full of charm when it come to talking to us ladies. A true gent and valued friend, despite his bam ups on here(which would generally make me chuckle):) 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bobby Hume 6,508 Posted October 12 1 hour ago, backup said: Direct cremation arrangements finalised yesterday, no service or funeral, as per Tam’s wishes. His ashes will be scattered at various places he requested, Ibrox hopefully too. Tam left money to Erskine, McMillan nurses and Roxburgh House Hospice, I am sure he would be happy for anyone who wishes to remember him in some way, to make a small contribution to any of those worthy causes. fillin up can’t write anymore..? 3 minutes ago, backup said: After that wee wobble, those are the arrangements at this moment in time. If there are any changes Jacquie will let us know. Jacquie is knocked out by the esteem that Tam is held in by so many here, a great comfort to her ? ? Thanks for the info mate .....you are doing Ed proud. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johanhentze 3,614 Posted October 12 21 hours ago, G.E.C. said: I remember we were all in Crystal Palace and you were showing him your matches on Tinder. Then he started chatting up these middle aged birds across from us Was this from a few years ago? 6-7 years maybe? I remember being at one of these... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLYBOY50 699 Posted October 12 Tam has a very familiar look about him I have a feeling I have been in his company watching the gers abroad at some point in my life. I seem to remember him winding everyone up it definitely looks like the same guy anyway. Rest In peace tam to abscent friends. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G.E.C. 5,551 Posted October 12 3 hours ago, johanhentze said: Was this from a few years ago? 6-7 years maybe? I remember being at one of these... Two years ago I think. We played Killie at home and won 3-0. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MisterC 2,464 Posted October 12 4 hours ago, johanhentze said: Was this from a few years ago? 6-7 years maybe? I remember being at one of these... I think I was there too and we ended up in solid rock with KAI Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MisterC 2,464 Posted October 12 4 hours ago, Bobby Hume said: ? Thanks for the info mate .....you are doing Ed proud. I'd like to echo these sentiments as well. Thanks for keeping us posted @backup 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
