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Yes. I know that I said that I was gone forever but I think you should all be aware that Newyankee (Derek Blackham) has been absent because his illness is much worse, it is also complicated because of other matters. Derek is suffering and has been in the ICU unit at a hospital in Milwaukee since last weekend, he is gravely ill. I am in constant contact with Donna his wife most days, Although I got his 70th birthday card to him late, the presents I sent, he eventually got (US Customs?) a new team shirt and a red Polo Shirt. he has seen them and they are waiting at home for him. Derek and I have been friends for over 35 years and my late wife and Derek's wife were great friends too. I fear for my friend and if I am telling you something he would not wish me to I am sure I will be told strongly, but I think he would want you all to know, especially those over there in the US who PM him and have become true friends. He is very poorly.But as every match day, although he cannot speak much I will ensure that Donna has Donny's result at 5pm so she can tell him when she goes today.Mick Ball
First of all Vicar - Yes it is I, there can never be another Derek's condition sadly is not good, I had a long conversation with Donna last night, I will not apply the medical update as it is distressing. I did tell her that I had updated this thread and asked if it would be alright with her and Derek, she stated that Derek would be grateful for me doing it and she was very appreciative of the comments thus far. I will keep her updated,and she stated that Derek wanted his friends to know why he had gone quiet and that it was not his doing. As for The Ridgewood, earlier this month I sent Derek a photo of the pub and also The Beverley, he asked for them and we had a long discussion despite his breathing probs. My dad used to go in the Ridgewood with his mate Dicky Merrick of Edenthorpe and especially before every home game. I used it sometimes for a pint after 2 x 10 shift when I was posted to Armthorpe P. Stn. Derek I think was saying goodbye to Edenthorpe.
And YOU CALL YOUR SELF VICAR, ha ha, Hope you are keeping well and as you know I did not get injured ha ha. Well you know how much I look after my mates, perhaps we will meet at at a game.
Quote from: ballysbackin on August 21, 2016, 07:05:21 pmAnd YOU CALL YOUR SELF VICAR, ha ha, Hope you are keeping well and as you know I did not get injured ha ha. Well you know how much I look after my mates, perhaps we will meet at at a game.but do you know who i am though
True, I am only a guest now.. mileend81@gmail.com will find me, my mail address is well known so no probs