Roy
I first met Roy in 1999, we become friends quickly, for me Roy was old school. A legend.
Outside work I was lucky enough to ride many miles with him, he was an excellent rider making progress as the opportunity arose. I will remember when ever we stopped for a brew, he always hung the crash helmet from the off side peg.
Being ex Scots Guard, he was passionate about our forces and supported them through his membership of Preston Branch. I was lucky enough to be invited along with many of his Friends to the Annual Dinner in November. We had a great night.
Inside work, His welcome to the shop made you feel more than a Customer, you were visiting your mates home. He was a big man, but his personality was bigger.He never tried to sell me a bike, though I bought many.
It is true that the folks at Southport are a Family and for me Roy was the Dad. Right now they must be hurting. As bikers we stick together and help each other out, in their darkest hour, we need to pull together. Pop in to the shop, share a story and tell them it will be ok.
Roy, we will miss you, but we will never forget you. Xxx
Paul
- nothing was too much trouble for him, a true gent who made you welcome every time you came through the door.
