1 John Lambie Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 (edited) It is with great sadness that I post that lifelong Thistle fan Jack (John) Cross unfortunately passed away last night after a short illness, aged 95. Jack has been a regular at Firhill, attending his 1st match at the age of 14 in 1937, rarely missing a match home or away since. Although many may not know the name, I'm sure most would know & have seen his face at Firhill & away stadiums around the country over the years. Despite Jack being the best part of 70yrs older than me, I have him to thank for making me a Thistle fan, we have travelled the country together following Thistle for the past 15-20yrs & it really won't be the same without him. At the time of his passing Jack was the oldest living Thistle fan, Jack's last game was Stenhousemuir away where fittingly Thistle ran out winners. Jack was a keen golfer & up until a few weeks ago was still playing Bowls for Westermains BC in Kirkintilloch. Jack loved football but more importantly loved Thistle, thanks for the memories! Just wanted to post this on here for those that may have known Jack, I've attached a photo from the Play-Off Final last season so people can perhaps put a face to the name. Edited August 26, 2018 by 1 John Lambie 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Rubble Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 Thanks 1 JL - Losing a game always seems so inconsequential when you hear of a Jags fan passing, whatever the circumstances. Hopefully Jack will continue to watch us (and sort out the defence!!) from the other side. Best Wishes to Jack and all of his family. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fawlty Towers Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 Sorry to hear this. I did not know Mr Cross personally but any loss in the Thistle family is always sad. We have our differences now and again but we are all Thistle fans. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partickthedog Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 55 minutes ago, 1 John Lambie said: It is with great sadness that I post that lifelong Thistle fan Jack (John) Cross unfortunately passed away last night after a short illness, aged 95. Jack has been a regular at Firhill, attending his 1st match at the age of 14 in 1937, rarely missing a match home or away since. Although many may not know the name, I'm sure most would know & have seen his face at Firhill & away stadiums around the country over the years. Despite Jack being the best part of 70yrs older than me, I have him to thank for making me a Thistle fan, we have travelled the country together following Thistle for the past 15-20yrs & it really won't be the same without him. At the time of his passing Jack was the oldest living Thistle fan, Jack's last game was Stenhousemuir away where fittingly Thistle ran out winners. Jack was a keen golfer & up until a few weeks ago was still playing Bowls for Westermains BC in Kirkintilloch. Jack loved football but more importantly loved Thistle, thanks for the memories! Just wanted to post this on here for those that may have known Jack, I've attached a photo from the Play-Off Final last season so people can perhaps put a face to the name. What a superb tribute, 1JL, and what a legend as a Thistle fan Jack Cross obviously was (although I did not know him personally). Condolences to his family and to you and all his other friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elevenone Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 RIP Jack. Thoughts with all family and friends at this sad time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auld Jag Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 What has already been said. RIP jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady-isobel-barnett Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 Sorry to hear this. Thanks 1 JL for posting a wonderful tribute to Mr Cross. RIP Jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Third Lanark Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 Sad news RIP Jack - thoughts go to his friends and family at this sad time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norgethistle Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 RIP Jack my thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jukebox Rebel Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 Condolonces 1JL. Lost my auld Grandad last year, so I know how it feels. Sounds like him and Jack were cut from the same cloth, with a lust for life and a love for the Jags. Make sure he's got his Thistle tie on, eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rid Skwerr Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 Sad news to hear of the passing of another Thistle veteran. After so many years of following the Jags, this gentleman has earned his rest. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thistle4celtic1 Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 Thanks to 1JL for a lovely tribute to a Thistle legend. RIP Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaggernaut Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 I didn't know him personally, but I knew his face and knew that Jack was deservedly a Thistle legend. Sincere condolences to all his family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 RIP Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrybriscoe Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Rest well Jack. A right good age and you obviously enjoyed life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy McD Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 I had the pleasure of knowing Jack for many years at Firhill and Westermains B.C. He was a proper gentleman a lovely man.R.I.P.Jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlgarveJag Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 May we all have his wisdom, fortitude, longevity and be as clearly loved and admired as Jack clearly was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falklandal1 Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 R.I.P.Jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulo Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Sad news. I didn't know Jack, but I certainly recognise him from Firhill. RIP Jack, sounds like you will really be missed. Thoughts go out to his family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambies Lost Doo Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 I recognise him. Didn't realise he was 95 but with experience from Grandparents when an illness happens its hard to battle in later years. Sad news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-T-118 Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 So sad to hear this, will be a loss to all that knew him thru thistle & bowling clubs in the Kirkintilloch areas... RIP Jack... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That 1 jags fan Posted August 28, 2018 Report Share Posted August 28, 2018 R.I.P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaggy Posted August 28, 2018 Report Share Posted August 28, 2018 Sad when any Jags fan passes, but especially sad when we lose these very old fans who had long memories of supporting the club such as Mr Cross and Mr Calderhead who we lost recently as well. RIP Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 28, 2018 Report Share Posted August 28, 2018 Lovely post 1JL. Best thoughts to the family. Lost my Dad 6 years ago. He started going to thistle during the second war and his stories going to games was such fun. You'll feel the loss for ever on match days, i still get wattery eyes at most games (performance included) but over the years the memories will make you smile. Thoughts will be with you on saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 John Lambie Posted September 1, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2018 Thank you all for your kind words, Jack really was a one-off & I have him (along with John Lambie) to thank for making me a Thistle fan. For those who knew Jack or may want to pay their respects to a lifelong Thistle fan. Jack's funeral will take place at 2:15pm on Tuesday 4th September at Maryhill Crematorium, then on to Kirkintilloch Golf Club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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