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Post by alloarover on Apr 5, 2024 21:40:53 GMT
Hi New to the forum but not new to the Rovers However I have to start my first thread with some sad news For the older Rovers fans you may remember the name of my dad Jim Alexander, who sadly passed away earlier today at the ripe old age of 92. Despite having vascular dementia his love of the Rovers never diminished. He was president of the Albion Rovers supporters association in the 70’s as I’m sure some of the more mature members will remember and most of the towns n Scotland I have only ever visited as a youngster to see the Rovers play. I will carry on the Rovers tradition and hope to see us take our place next season back in the SPFL
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Post by mildrover on Apr 5, 2024 22:18:45 GMT
Hi New to the forum but not new to the Rovers However I have to start my first thread with some sad news For the older Rovers fans you may remember the name of my dad Jim Alexander, who sadly passed away earlier today at the ripe old age of 92. Despite having vascular dementia his love of the Rovers never diminished. He was president of the Albion Rovers supporters association in the 70’s as I’m sure some of the more mature members will remember and most of the towns n Scotland I have only ever visited as a youngster to see the Rovers play. I will carry on the Rovers tradition and hope to see us take our place next season back in the SPFL Sad news David. Your dad was a gentleman and a pleasure to know. A real Rovers man. Ronnie
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Post by sam on Apr 5, 2024 22:23:45 GMT
My condolences to you and the family David. I was a member of the supporters club for many years and fondly remember your dad.
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Post by Rovergrant on Apr 6, 2024 8:24:46 GMT
Sad news indeed, I remember your dad so well - and your mum and sister. He was a stalwart of the old supporters club. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Thank you for posting this and reminding so many of a fine gentleman. Best wishes, Grant
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Post by Nanook on Apr 6, 2024 9:59:08 GMT
Such sad news, Jim was a gentleman, a real gentleman, condolences to you and the wider family.
He had a way of calming things down which really helped one time in the middle of a supporters bus crisis when I was the bus convenor and wondering what to do next.
God bless Jim and you.
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Post by fineen on Apr 6, 2024 10:11:52 GMT
Jim was our next door neighbour for some years in Summerlee and I think the word "gentleman" used several times above says it all. RIP, Jim, and condolences to you, David.
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Post by alloarover on Apr 7, 2024 9:14:18 GMT
Just to say I am very grateful for the lovely messages posted about my dad Thanks they mean a lot I will advise on funeral arrangements when we have them for info
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Post by Rovergrant on Apr 7, 2024 10:34:27 GMT
David, thank you. So sorry for your loss...one of life`s true gentlemen.
Best wishes,
Grant Cullen
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Post by alloarover on Apr 11, 2024 8:44:32 GMT
Folks for info, dads funeral is next Thursday the 18th in Falkirk Crematorium at 11:30
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