Auld Jag Posted March 27, 2017 Report Share Posted March 27, 2017 There is going to be a tribute to Robert in Wednesdays Paisley Gazette. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowenBoys Posted March 27, 2017 Report Share Posted March 27, 2017 There a lovely video on FB that the DMD pathfinders put on their FB page in tribute to Robert It's a fine tribute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowenBoys Posted March 28, 2017 Report Share Posted March 28, 2017 There will be a minutes applause as a tribute to Robert's life on Saturday. It will start at 31 minutes (3.31pm). The club are fully in support of this and will publicise the event. Please spread the word. Could those with Twitter and Facebook please make sure that this gets as much publicity as possible. I'll post in the match thread on P&B. Let's show how much we care. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy Posted March 28, 2017 Report Share Posted March 28, 2017 Great news, Phil. I can't be there at the game, but I will be thinking of Rab as I listen in on the radio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partickthedog Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 There is going to be a tribute to Robert in Wednesdays Paisley Gazette. I arranged for someone who works in Paisley to pick up a Gazette for me and am so glad I did. Robert is the lead story on the front page and the only thing wider than his smile is a "We Are Thistle" scarf which dominates the view. Great to see so much red and yellow! Almost a full page spread thereafter on Page 5. Due honour is given to his Jags allegiance and the support he received from the Thistle community in his fight to be cared for in the family home rather than a nursing home. However, I also learned so much more about the other sides to Robert's life, much of which has been hinted at in tributes on the forum from those who know him better. A tireless campaigner and a charity trustee, "Robert was great fun, he was engaging and he never held back in getting involved or sharing his passions". A well balanced piece with contributions from "a spokesman for Partick Thistle FC", his family, co-campaigners and even some grudging respect from those who were the target of his campaigns! A total credit to his family, his local community and our football club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partickthedog Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 I arranged for someone who works in Paisley to pick up a Gazette for me and am so glad I did. Robert is the lead story on the front page and the only thing wider than his smile is a "We Are Thistle" scarf which dominates the view. Great to see so much red and yellow! Almost a full page spread thereafter on Page 5. Due honour is given to his Jags allegiance and the support he received from the Thistle community in his fight to be cared for in the family home rather than a nursing home. However, I also learned so much more about the other sides to Robert's life, much of which has been hinted at in tributes on the forum from those who know him better. A tireless campaigner and a charity trustee, "Robert was great fun, he was engaging and he never held back in getting involved or sharing his passions". A well balanced piece with contributions from "a spokesman for Partick Thistle FC", his family, co-campaigners and even some grudging respect from those who were the target of his campaigns! A total credit to his family, his local community and our football club. I have tried to copy and paste the tribute article. Hope this works! http://www.the-gazette.co.uk/news/15189884.Community_pays_tribute_to_fighter_Robert_Watson/?ref=mr&lp=2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaggernaut Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 Thanks for the link, partickthedog. It's a nice tribute to Robert, and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Dave Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 That's a great tribute to Robert. Thanks for posting the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Thistle Posted March 30, 2017 Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 Thanks for posting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Rubble Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 I've been offline since early last week and am only today catching up with this sad, sad news. Anyone passing at any age is always difficult whatever the circumstances, but Robert's passing at such a young age and in those circumstances is particularly poignant. I can only imagine the emotions that you and the family are going through at this time, AJ, but I hope that in due course you will be able to focus on many, many happy times with him at Firhill and elsewhere to go alongside his range of impressive achievements. As others have pointed out, his attitude in the face of his illness was a shining example to us all. My sincerest condolences to you and all the famiiy, AJ. RIP Robert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auld Jag Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 (edited) We have put the ball that Chris & Callum brought up,Doolan 100 scarf and our season tickets in Roberts coffin.It would be great if somebody could video any tribute made to Robert also if there is anything in the programme we would like to see it. Edited April 13, 2017 by Auld Jag 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowenBoys Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 Also, perhaps, someone with audio capture software could record the Audio Commentary tomorrow around 31 minutes. I'll get a programme for AJ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metz Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 Also, perhaps, someone with audio capture software could record the Audio Commentary tomorrow around 31 minutes. I'll get a programme for AJ. BB could the club not make available a copy of the match which would include the 31 min tribute? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowenBoys Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 Possibly. While I have some contact with the club, I wouldn't describe it as a close relationship. It's not a difficult thing to do and if someone here could do it, it would be helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jagged Edge Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 BB - I'll speak to the right people at the Club today and let you know. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jagged Edge Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 I have spoken to the club and PMed Auld Jag - the club will arrange for a copy of the match to be provided. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowenBoys Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 Nice one. Thanks JE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindau Posted April 1, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 Nice words from Archie and Beatts about Rab in the proggie today as well as a small obituary. Well done everyone at the club! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayfarer Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 At the recent Jags Trust meeting Maxi said that the club were working at getting a proper viewing area built in the JHS for disabled fans. Seems it would be a fitting tribute to name it after Robert given all the work he did on behalf of others 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowenBoys Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 Have been raising funds in support of a memorial to Robert. The Last Jag Standing donations have raised £556 and today one man with a bucket raised an incredible £288.30. Thanks to those here who contributed and to those on their way to the JHS and in the North Stand that filled the bucket. Big thanks to digger for his one man crusade today. Tremendous effort. Total raised £844.30 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 Top work BowenBoys and digger. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindau Posted April 1, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 Part of the minutes applause shown on Alba with a name mention for Rab as well. Hope AJ is watching or copying it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metz Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 Huge congratulations to the club and all who have made their contributions to pay tribute to Robert at this difficult time for his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady-isobel-barnett Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 Part of the minutes applause shown on Alba with a name mention for Rab as well. Hope AJ is watching or copying it Beat me to it, Lindau. All credit to Alba. Have no understanding of Gaelic but sounded like it was quite a detailed account regarding Robert's passing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auld Jag Posted April 1, 2017 Report Share Posted April 1, 2017 (edited) Taped the bit on Alba that mentions Robert.Eunice and myself would like to thank everybody at Firhill for what they have done to remember Robert. Edited April 1, 2017 by Auld Jag 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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