TheMoonlighter 499 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Just over a month ago we received a phone call from a Gentleman requesting 4 seats on the Founders Trail on Sunday 25th August.Within three days he'd rung back and was looking for 5, then 6 seats, he eventually settled on 7.'' It's a family day outing, i'm bringing them all '' he explained. The following day we received another phone call from his daughter who explained that it was her Dad whom i'd been chatting to. She went on to tell us that he'd been tragically diagnosed with terminal cancer.She said '' He's a huge Rangers fan and has drawn up a wish list of things he'd love to do , on the list is the Founders Trail''. She then informed us that his hero when a boy was Davie Wilson and was there any chance he could possibly meet him at some point in the future ?We contacted Jim Hannah at the Club and passed on all the correspondence that we'd received.Yesterday afternoon at 3.30pm the Founders Trail bus pulled up at Ibrox Stadium and there standing inside our magnificent front entrance was one Davie Wilson there to greet the Gentleman who'd booked the Tour for his family.The term '' Rangers Family'' rarely needs an explanation, one such occasion was yesterday afternoon at Ibrox Stadium. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StublueKPL 524 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 great stuff. well done to all involved Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
16BlueSherbert90 19,654 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 This brought a tear to my eye. Absolutely beautiful gesture. Well done to you all. Times like this make me very proud as a fan xxx Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
binsy08 362 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Just over a month ago we received a phone call from a Gentleman requesting 4 seats on the Founders Trail on Sunday 25th August.Within three days he'd rung back and was looking for 5, then 6 seats, he eventually settled on 7.'' It's a family day outing, i'm bringing them all '' he explained.The following day we received another phone call from his daughter who explained that it was her Dad whom i'd been chatting to. She went on to tell us that he'd been tragically diagnosed with terminal cancer.She said '' He's a huge Rangers fan and has drawn up a wish list of things he'd love to do , on the list is the Founders Trail''. She then informed us that his hero when a boy was Davie Wilson and was there any chance he could possibly meet him at some point in the future ?We contacted Jim Hannah at the Club and passed on all the correspondence that we'd received.Yesterday afternoon at 3.30pm the Founders Trail bus pulled up at Ibrox Stadium and there standing inside our magnificent front entrance was one Davie Wilson there to greet the Gentleman who'd booked the Tour for his family.The term '' Rangers Family'' rarely needs an explanation, one such occasion was yesterday afternoon at Ibrox Stadium.A very heart warming tale, I've met Davie a few times and this doesn't surprise me because that's the kind of guy he is, a true gentleman. So sad to hear about the mans terrible illness. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosesMcNeil 1,664 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 As one lucky enough to have seen Davie Wilson strut his stuff - I can well understand why he's a hero to so many. He's some man for this kind of thing is Mr Wilson - and that's a charming tale you shared. I'm delighted the gentleman in question seen one of his dreams come true. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 505 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Brilliant story! KUTGW! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
minstral 5,375 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 And that is what our club is all about. John Greig arranged a surprise Rangers tour for my father, before he died of cancer, and the smile on my fathers face is something i will never forget. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paisleyroad 894 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 I actually welled up there, amazing story and well done to all involved Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu54 128 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 And that is what our club is all about. John Greig arranged a surprise Rangers tour for my father, before he died of cancer, and the smile on my fathers face is something i will nt ever forget. Thats lovely Minstral. Must have meant a lot to your family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
minstral 5,375 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Thats lovely Minstral. Must have meant a lot to your family.Thanks mate, it meant the world to my dad, as Rangers were his life, and he never missed a game. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
quabba 440 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Absolutely brilliant Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMorrison1872 320 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Beautiful gesture, just shows the Rangers support really are one big family.Very well done to all involved in making this happen for this gentleman. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougie76 15,457 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Thanks for sharing. Sometimes it's ok to cry and that's just done it for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMoonlighter 499 Posted August 26, 2013 Author Share Posted August 26, 2013 When Davie Wilson stepped forward at the bottom of the Marble Staircase and offered his hand, the look on the Gentleman's face shot one of those chills straight up the spine that can't be put into words.It's Rangers . Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Brilliant story, the Founders Trail lads are a credit to Rangers, makes me proud to be a Bear knowing there are people out doing things like this for each other. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StublueKPL 524 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 I really want to do the founders trail. Will definitely be tying it in with a visit back home soon.Well done again to all involved. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lutonblue 1,974 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Just over a month ago we received a phone call from a Gentleman requesting 4 seats on the Founders Trail on Sunday 25th August.Within three days he'd rung back and was looking for 5, then 6 seats, he eventually settled on 7.'' It's a family day outing, i'm bringing them all '' he explained. The following day we received another phone call from his daughter who explained that it was her Dad whom i'd been chatting to. She went on to tell us that he'd been tragically diagnosed with terminal cancer.She said '' He's a huge Rangers fan and has drawn up a wish list of things he'd love to do , on the list is the Founders Trail''. She then informed us that his hero when a boy was Davie Wilson and was there any chance he could possibly meet him at some point in the future ?We contacted Jim Hannah at the Club and passed on all the correspondence that we'd received.Yesterday afternoon at 3.30pm the Founders Trail bus pulled up at Ibrox Stadium and there standing inside our magnificent front entrance was one Davie Wilson there to greet the Gentleman who'd booked the Tour for his family.The term '' Rangers Family'' rarely needs an explanation, one such occasion was yesterday afternoon at Ibrox Stadium.fantastic mate & well done again Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendel 15 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 As the gentlemans daughter I just want to thank everyone at the founders trail and rangers for making this happen. My dad was overwhelmed and absolutely delighted. We had a brilliant and sometimes emotional day. Thank you all again! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
boss 1,941 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Brilliant story. Hopefully it might serve as a reminder to many of us that we're actually all on the same side - Rangers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RM Monitor And Standards Officer 112,881 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 As the gentlemans daughter I just want to thank everyone at the founders trail and rangers for making this happen. My dad was overwhelmed and absolutely delighted. We had a brilliant and sometimes emotional day. Thank you all again!All the best to you and your family.Glad you had a great time Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lutonblue 1,974 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 As the gentlemans daughter I just want to thank everyone at the founders trail and rangers for making this happen. My dad was overwhelmed and absolutely delighted. We had a brilliant and sometimes emotional day. Thank you all again!all the best to you all Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
minstral 5,375 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 As the gentlemans daughter I just want to thank everyone at the founders trail and rangers for making this happen. My dad was overwhelmed and absolutely delighted. We had a brilliant and sometimes emotional day. Thank you all again!So pleased for your dad, and all the best wishes to your dad and your family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OlegKuznetsov 10,816 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 That certainly lives up to the billing. Lovely stuff. Best wishes to the family.P.S, Who else thought for a second they had been given Admin rights by mistake, due to the pasted "Edit" button? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fed Up 211 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Well done - simply the best!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMoonlighter 499 Posted August 26, 2013 Author Share Posted August 26, 2013 As the gentlemans daughter I just want to thank everyone at the founders trail and rangers for making this happen. My dad was overwhelmed and absolutely delighted. We had a brilliant and sometimes emotional day. Thank you all again!It was an honour to spend yesterday with you and your family.Please pass on our regards and best wishes to your Dad. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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