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ive just had a message that chris passed away last night from a massive heart attack .... im waiting for this to be confirmed .....
solarman216
01-03-2014, 22:16
That is really bad news, just show's, as he was not that old, rest in peace mate, Rick
Peasgood1
01-03-2014, 22:40
Plank has died?
Goodness, that really is sad news!
My sincerest condolences to his friends and family.
jims-terrano
01-03-2014, 23:00
Oh Dear the world is a poorer place without him, never met him in person but knew him on here for years. RIP friend.
Lazy-Ferret
01-03-2014, 23:15
Wow... I am speechless.... He had so much to do still.
Rest in Peace Chris.
Had the privilege of meeting him once when he was delivering wood to a mutual friends house. He lives about 5 mins from my house
He sold me a mag mount CB aerial the first one I ever used on my car :(
Has helped me out a few times on here
RIP Chris :(
:rose
I never knew him,but it is always sad when someone departs unexpected.R.I.P
It does seem to be confirmed by his daughter on Facebook
RIP Chris
no way :eek: i'm truely shocked, i met chris and his lovely wife at their own home in the west midlands, such a lovely couple and very friendly,
melissachels
02-03-2014, 00:32
Rip Chris, will miss talking to him although sadly never got to met him, we had tea, campfire & stories planned for the summer, was only speaking to him last nite on fb :(
makeitfit
02-03-2014, 01:00
Good grief what a bummer :(
Had great laugh with the guy on here and face ache :D
I bet he's reeling off some stories to him upstairs right now. Never met him but still feel I knew him.
As I'm sure he'd have agreed with me on this, Live for the day guys, tomorrow ain't here yet :cool:
I just read this about 10 minutes ago, and I just can't get my head around it.
Plank was a true member of this club, over the years we have batted ideas to each other, passing on advice from our own experiences.
He will be truly missed.
I never actually met him, but I felt as though I knew him.
Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
Life is so fragile,
like a candle in the wind.
:rose
Rustic
Thomas-the-Terrano2
02-03-2014, 01:12
Guys,
In shock, loss of a dear friend, spent some great times, not enough together but more by text and private message, modern pen pals I suppose.
When the time is right I hope you can join me in a collection/condolence card/ecard.
Will of course forward any funeral arrangements.
Richard
Guys,
In shock, loss of a dear friend, spent some great times, not enough together but more by text and private message, modern pen pals I suppose.
When the time is right I hope you can join me in a collection/condolence card/ecard.
Will of course forward any funeral arrangements.
RichardFor me it goes without say,for a fellow 4x4 owner.
MudLifeCrisis
02-03-2014, 01:47
Heard this on Facebook and still can't believe it. Great guy sadly missed.
Brian
Guys,
In shock, loss of a dear friend, spent some great times, not enough together but more by text and private message, modern pen pals I suppose.
When the time is right I hope you can join me in a collection/condolence card/ecard.
Will of course forward any funeral arrangements.
Richard
Cheers Thomas
Please keep me posted with this one
Barrbeast
02-03-2014, 09:37
Guys,
In shock, loss of a dear friend, spent some great times, not enough together but more by text and private message, modern pen pals I suppose.
When the time is right I hope you can join me in a collection/condolence card/ecard.
Will of course forward any funeral arrangements.
Richard
Most certainly Thomas.
I only knew Chris through his posts on here but it is always sad when something like this happens.
Thoughts are with the family and friends. RIP
i met chris a couple of times ,we spoke on fb almost every day , he was a true friend and will be very sadly missed , my thoughts to his family .
it goes without saying that if one of our family passes away , we all feel it and demand a fitting tribute .
R.I.P. mate :rose
jims-terrano
02-03-2014, 10:03
Woke up this morning and I still cannot believe this news. Plank was a steadying influence on here and posted his knowledge when needed. He was never outspoken and a real gentleman. What an opportunity missed for those of us who never met him.
exosteve
02-03-2014, 10:23
:eek: that's not good news.
terrano bob
02-03-2014, 10:33
R I P chris mate :rose
trophymick
02-03-2014, 10:49
How sad, condolences to those he left behind.:rose
this is tragic news I cant believe it. I never actually met Chris, but had spoken to him, like many, on the forum and Facebook. A really nice genuine guy who had a lot of time for people. I always liked his calming points of view on the many subjects on here. Its so, so sad, my thoughts are with his family today.
This has been playing on my mind all night and two things have become apparent to me
1. As a tribute I'm going to purchase his book and have a good read of it, still available on Amazon IIRC
2. When the time is right, and things have settled down at home, should we make contact with the family and make them aware of all the posts he has made on here?
He had nearly 8000 posts, the family may not be aware that he came here so often and it may be comforting for them to come on here and read some of the enjoyment he had with us first hand through the good times and the bad :nenau
Tell me if that's distasteful but that's what I'd like if I ever passed on, touch wood I don't any time soon, I'm still in my 20's
Dorn1964
02-03-2014, 12:43
:rose
I have just been on the phone with chris' wife, she sends her thanks for all the well wishes and condolences.
zippy656
02-03-2014, 13:11
This has been playing on my mind all night and two things have become apparent to me
1. As a tribute I'm going to purchase his book and have a good read of it, still available on Amazon IIRC
2. When the time is right, and things have settled down at home, should we make contact with the family and make them aware of all the posts he has made on here?
He had nearly 8000 posts, the family may not be aware that he came here so often and it may be comforting for them to come on here and read some of the enjoyment he had with us first hand through the good times and the bad :nenau
Tell me if that's distasteful but that's what I'd like if I ever passed on, touch wood I don't any time soon, I'm still in my 20's
Rip mate, sad.loss to us all
good idea
Although I think he was more active on here before I joined,so I don't recall his posts .Its sad to loos someone from such a friendly community and I can only hope his family will take comfort in the fact that he will obviously be misssed and so fondly remembered :rose
Really sad news :(
I never got to meet Chris but we had many conversations via PM here. He always spoke his mind and stuck by his strong beliefs. He was also happy to offer help and advice whenever he could.
My sincerest condolences to his family and friends during this sad event.
He will certainly be missed here.
Terranical
02-03-2014, 14:27
ive just had a message that chris passed away last night from a massive heart attack .... im waiting for this to be confirmed .....
Not long finished reading his second book, seems impossible that number 3 might not now see the light of day. Never met or spoke to you Chris, but I feel I know you through the club and your writings, RIP buddy.
jims-terrano
02-03-2014, 14:51
He also wrote one or two of our downloads too.
This has been playing on my mind all night and two things have become apparent to me
1. As a tribute I'm going to purchase his book and have a good read of it, still available on Amazon IIRC
2. When the time is right, and things have settled down at home, should we make contact with the family and make them aware of all the posts he has made on here?
He had nearly 8000 posts, the family may not be aware that he came here so often and it may be comforting for them to come on here and read some of the enjoyment he had with us first hand through the good times and the bad :nenau
Tell me if that's distasteful but that's what I'd like if I ever passed on, touch wood I don't any time soon, I'm still in my 20's
I think its a nice idea mate and very well said
terranobreakershropshire
02-03-2014, 14:58
I am shocked, this really is sad news, especially as he was only in his 40's?
I only met chris a few times but enough to know what a nice chap he was.
my condolences to his family
puddle hoppers inc.
02-03-2014, 15:01
R.I.P Plank
davenclaire
02-03-2014, 18:50
im sure we are all thinking about his family at this sad time i enjoyed his posts and contribution to the forum please keep us up to date with regards to a forum card
melissachels
02-03-2014, 19:22
Cheers Thomas
Please keep me posted with this one
Me too
melissachels
02-03-2014, 19:37
heres his amazon page if anyone wishes to read his books:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Frankie-Fulwood/e/B00A2MD4G8/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1393785183&sr=1-2-ent
I am deeply saddened to read this news. Plank had given great advice on a number of threads I had started.
This, I believe, is a fairly tight knit online community, as well as being open and welcoming to all newcomers. Plank played a pivotal role in this, and as a long time member, and prolific poster his absence will make us all a little bit poorer.
My thoughts remain with his family, and loved ones at this time.
Regards
Alan
heres his amazon page if anyone wishes to read his books:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Frankie-Fulwood/e/B00A2MD4G8/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1393785183&sr=1-2-ent
I will be purchasing both books this evening for my kindle :thumbs
Very sad news. What a shame for his family. My sincere condolences :rose
I only knew Chris through the forum
But he will be missed and I send his family my condolences
Regards Paulp
I'm truly shocked by the very sad news RIP Cris :rose
macabethiel
02-03-2014, 22:00
I never met him but I had some tips from him in the past he seemed a nice bloke I will miss his inputs.
AlexD333
02-03-2014, 22:10
This has been playing on my mind all night and two things have become apparent to me
1. As a tribute I'm going to purchase his book and have a good read of it, still available on Amazon IIRC
2. When the time is right, and things have settled down at home, should we make contact with the family and make them aware of all the posts he has made on here?
He had nearly 8000 posts, the family may not be aware that he came here so often and it may be comforting for them to come on here and read some of the enjoyment he had with us first hand through the good times and the bad :nenau
Tell me if that's distasteful but that's what I'd like if I ever passed on, touch wood I don't any time soon, I'm still in my 20's
Terrible news :(
I believe in a while this would be a great idea.
I will be purchasing both books this evening for my kindle :thumbs
Just bought Part 1 & 2.... sadly there will be no more.
Bigbunny2007
02-03-2014, 22:38
This has been playing on my mind all night and two things have become apparent to me
1. As a tribute I'm going to purchase his book and have a good read of it, still available on Amazon IIRC
2. When the time is right, and things have settled down at home, should we make contact with the family and make them aware of all the posts he has made on here?
He had nearly 8000 posts, the family may not be aware that he came here so often and it may be comforting for them to come on here and read some of the enjoyment he had with us first hand through the good times and the bad :nenau
Tell me if that's distasteful but that's what I'd like if I ever passed on, touch wood I don't any time soon, I'm still in my 20's
Good idea mate not distasteful at all, im sure his family will one day take time to read his posts and it will bring a smile to thier faces, im also buying his books this week.
RIP mate, you will be sadly missed by many
Thomas-the-Terrano2
02-03-2014, 23:11
I have been in touch with his wife, and older daughter. They have my offer of support, I know we will all do what we can.
I have asked Katie to let me know of the funeral arrangements, I'll forward this.
Please do have a look at the books, proud to say I helped with the proof reading,
indeed we were about 1/3 way through book 3 I do hope it can be continued at some
point when things are a little calmer for the family it would be a fitting tribute to him.
sad news indeed.
never met him personally but spoke on the forum through the years.
R.I.P plank.
Bad news,never knew the guy but like many others on here profited from his posts on here,very sad,condolences to his family.
I have been in touch with his wife, and older daughter. They have my offer of support, I know we will all do what we can.
I have asked Katie to let me know of the funeral arrangements, I'll forward this.
Please do have a look at the books, proud to say I helped with the proof reading,
indeed we were about 1/3 way through book 3 I do hope it can be continued at some
point when things are a little calmer for the family it would be a fitting tribute to him.
Really good to hear Thomas :thumb2
Such a shame, Just shows how easily you can go :(
such a shame
only ever had pm's on here with him and the odd very short email but he was a nice likeable chap and im sure will leave a big hole in the lives of many people.
firebobby
03-03-2014, 20:23
I have just read this and am utterly stunned. I haven't been on for a few days and was just working my way down the posts.
What a total shocker, He always had good advice and would defend the traveler and gypsy way of life when some one dissed or made a wrong comment on here.
I made that mistake once and was swiftly reminded by Chris of my error, but not in an aggressive or nasty way, just a nudge in the right direction.
I think this club has lost a really genuine guy
So sad
:rose
:roseTerrible news. Thinking of his family at this sad time.
MudLifeCrisis
03-03-2014, 22:51
I have just read this and am utterly stunned. I haven't been on for a few days and was just working my way down the posts.
What a total shocker, He always had good advice and would defend the traveler and gypsy way of life when some one dissed or made a wrong comment on here.
I made that mistake once and was swiftly reminded by Chris of my error, but not in an aggressive or nasty way, just a nudge in the right direction.
I think this club has lost a really genuine guy
So sad
:rose
I was chatting with him on Facebook a few weeks ago when he said someone had told him he wasn't a real gypsy. I said I agreed as in al the years I'd known him he hadn't once offered to tarmac my drive. Made him laugh said he would come trim my conifers :lol funny guy will miss him.
Brian
jims-terrano
03-03-2014, 23:20
I was chatting with him on Facebook a few weeks ago when he said someone had told him he wasn't a real gypsy. I said I agreed as in al the years I'd known him he hadn't once offered to tarmac my drive. Made him laugh said he would come trim my conifers :lol funny guy will miss him.
Brian
Let's not forget the good memories we all have of him, that was the real Chris.
Peasgood1
03-03-2014, 23:23
I think this club has lost a really genuine guy
So sad
Very much so.
He was a very calming influence on the place. Never knew him, never chatted apart from on here but I am very saddened by his demise. I will miss him.
details of chris's funeral have now been announced , it will be on Thursday 13th , should I post details in here or by pm to those who are going ?
I will be going , so if anyone wants a lift , I will happily oblige within reason , I smoke for those who are bothered by it
Very sad news
RIP PLANK
:rose
solarman216
04-03-2014, 20:57
details of chris's funeral have now been announced , it will be on Thursday 13th , should I post details in here or by pm to those who are going ?
I will be going , so if anyone wants a lift , I will happily oblige within reason , I smoke for those who are bothered by it
I would be there Pete but just too far, but He will be in my thoughts, Rick
Peasgood1
04-03-2014, 22:11
I won't be attending but send my condolences and all involved will be in my thoughts.
ste68blue
04-03-2014, 22:45
R.I.P.
Unfortunatley I won't be able to make it Briggie but If possible could you pass on our condolences from all on this forum as he will be missed by us all.:(.
Understandably this may be awkward so please don't feel pressured
jims-terrano
04-03-2014, 23:46
How about this for an idea.
Is someone that is going prepared to buy a card. Then everyone either posts publicly on here what they want to write in the card or sends as a PM to the person with the card. That person then copies and pastes into a word document, prints it off and places inside the card. Write something appropriate in the card from the N4x4OC. His family will know how well he was liked and respected, may give them a little comfort.
Sorry easy for me to say it as I can't go so obviously rules me out unless I can help collating and creating the word doc.
Your thoughts guys?
solarman216
04-03-2014, 23:51
How about this for an idea.
Is someone that is going prepared to buy a card. Then everyone either posts publicly on here what they want to write in the card or sends as a PM to the person with the card. That person then copies and pastes into a word document, prints it off and places inside the card. Write something appropriate in the card from the N4x4OC. His family will know how well he was liked and respected, may give them a little comfort.
Sorry easy for me to say it as I can't go so obviously rules me out unless I can help collating and creating the word doc.
Your thoughts guys?
great Idea, Banshee, are you looking? think this is something you could handle, Rick
Thomas-the-Terrano2
04-03-2014, 23:54
Funeral is thursday 13 march at 11am gornal crematorium casual clothing please
http://www.dudley.gov.uk/resident/living/deaths-funerals-cremations/cemeteries-crematoriums-within-the-borough/gornal-wood-cemetery-and-crematorium/location-and-contact/
postcode etc.
if you wish to send flowers please send them to farmers funeral directors Wordsley high street
but would suggest we send a combined. best get on with this.
shortly ttt2 or myself will post details of the funeral director , where flowers can be sent prior to the funeral , along with the details of the funeral .
whoever is collecting for flowers etc .... I will donate £20
great Idea, Banshee, are you looking? think this is something you could handle, Rick
+1 very good idea
Thomas-the-Terrano2
05-03-2014, 00:23
new thread for location of funeral and collection started.
arcascomp
05-03-2014, 13:01
Geez, not been on here for a while, had my head down at work too much - now Plank's gone. Totally saddening news, never met him, but chatted by PM a number of times and I enjoyed both his books.
Selfishly, I really hope the third one can be finished off later on.
Anyone who hasn't bought a copy, get out there and buy them - they're a great read, full of Plank's humour.
Farmer & Son funeral directors
82 High St, Wordsley, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY8 5SB
Tel: 01384 273135
Sadly won't be able to make the funeral due to distance & my wifes work
Thomas-the-Terrano2
05-03-2014, 21:37
whoever is collecting for flowers etc .... I will donate £20
New thread for arrangements
copying this over.
I'll match this.
if anyone wants a lift , id be happy to help , within reasonable distance of my route , I can either go down the m6 .....or down the m1 ( but not both lol ) ....if you want to go to the funeral and would like a lift ( I SMOKE ) please pm me .
kind regards
pete
Sad news this, heard on FB, was a great bloke, spoke to him many times on phone about issues when I first got my truck :(
plank ( chris ) has been a member of this forum / community since 2006 , and was a well liked member , always willing to help a fellow member with advice / support .... and frequent humour , he was also a brilliant author ,he will be missed by so many , R.I.P. mate .
Thomas-the-Terrano2
08-03-2014, 00:38
Banshee is going to collate messages of sympathy from those already in this thread.
Please pm him any as need to get the completed card/booklet to the family before the
funeral next Thursday 13th March.
We also have a collection via the Club's paypal account for flowers, see other Plank thread.
If you haven't already please comment guys as I'm going to fetch the card after work and compile all of the messages in here tonight and get them stuck in
I've been trying to become at one with the search feature and look for some info on a few things such as a suitable bike carrier that will attach to my back wheel etc and I'm utterly stunned at how many times Plank popped up and how useful his info was, so many times I've clicked on a thread and someone has asked a question and noone knows the answer then Plank came along and boxed it off with one sentence!!!! Truly an Oracle and if he didn't know he always knew of a way round it
Just came across this and it brought a little tear to my eye :(
http://www.nissan4x4ownersclub.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12944
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