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Comment on Obituary and Tribute to Ian Keith Huckerby – 01/10/1941 to 22/01/2012 by Matt Nightingale

Matt Nightingale — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:01:07 +0000

Ian was one of life’s true ‘Givers’ . Berkswell Cricket meant as much to Ian as any of us, but thank you to all the Huckerby’s for everything that has contributed to Junior cricket at the club, the legacy will live on………..Nighters

Comment on Obituary and Tribute to Ian Keith Huckerby – 01/10/1941 to 22/01/2012 by James (Jim) Shaw

James (Jim) Shaw — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:23:02 +0000

I played for Berkswell in the 1990 season and was welcomed by Ian with open arms.

Batting with James Huckerby and seeing Andy Reid firing down some severe bouncers was a true joy!

It’s true, Ian was more than just cricket – at 16 years old he made me realise that I had the whole world ahead of me….actually said just after I was clean bowled for a duck by the way!!!

A man who I looked up to for many reasons, not least because he loved his family and loved the young lads he was pushing to be the best they could be.

I raise a glass to you Ian, thinking of your family and dear friends today, and for many years to come. Cheers.

Comment on 10 Ways to know you’re in Balsall Common by Meldrew

Meldrew — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:30:08 +0000

You know you’re in Balsall Common when …

1] Chav’s wear hoodies and repeatedly crash acid coloured Peugeots in country lanes

2] Buskers don’t exist, ‘Guitar Hero’ hasn’t as yet been marketed in a portable version

3] The tramp has passed on having frozen to death at the side of the road

4] Chav’s have, double or even triple barreled surnames like Hamilton-Jackson-Saunders, 2 asbos and 10 penalty points

5] Turf wars are the endless clean up of the KFC litter thrown from passing cars

6] Chav’s can hang out around at a wide choice of curry houses off licenses or hairdressers

7] Chav’s grow up in 5 bedroom houses, which now have little value since the announcement of HS2

8] The Police had to deal with 3 incidents in the village all year (non of which address the ‘Meriden spawned’ crime wave)

9] Drivers pull up alongside and ask you, “Excuse me, what idiot ‘traffic ramped’ a bypass!!!”

10] All you have to complain about is pretty much ignored by a ‘Thank God Its Not In My Back Bard’ government

Comment on Riddings Hill: Affordable homes proposed by irate resident

irate resident — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:26:12 +0000

Mr Bell,
Politicians talk a lot but this is normally followed by little or no real substance or action. Are you going to be any different?

What will you now do to stop the loss of the riddings hill green belt site being built on?

Comment on 10 Ways to know you’re in Balsall Common by Mark

Mark — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 01:37:19 +0000

God how thats changed since 2006! lol

Comment on 2 more world records for Balsall Common World Endurance Champion by Stephen Buttler

Stephen Buttler — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 22:20:41 +0000

Well Done Paddy,

Steve Buttler

Comment on Obituary: Glyn Meredith Langton by Peter Baker

Peter Baker — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 15:01:11 +0000

Glyn partnered me in my first Coventry league badminton match against Massey Ferguson. Needless to say we lost (down to me) but Glyn was still full of encouragement. He and Yvonne really supported me back then, and I have fond memories of playing in tournaments with them. What good days they were, and what good friends they were. As everyone has said Glyn was so kind and unselflsh. Rest in peace Glyn, and my sympathy to Yvonne, Ginny and the rest of his family.

Comment on Obituary: Glyn Meredith Langton by Ian Tracey

Ian Tracey — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 21:53:48 +0000

One of the good guys without a doubt – i have many happy memories of Glyn both on and off the pitch – a true gent who made it his duty to help others feel welcome at the club whether on the pitch or in the bar.
R.I.P. Glyn and thanks for the memories
Ian

Comment on Obituary: Glyn Meredith Langton by Peter Hill

Peter Hill — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:10:08 +0000

I was a member of Berkswell CC when Glyn Langton first joined and so have probably known him for around 40 years. As others have said, a genuinely nice man and one who I feel privileged to have had as a friend. I was a member of Berkswell’s first tour to Bristol and district back in 1983 and well remember he seemed to be the recipient of the famous “Pith Helmet” more than most.
As well as being a keen sportsman, Glyn was extremely widely read and his head contained a wealth of knowledge which came to the fore during numerous quizzes in which we both took part.
Glyn was an esteemed member of the so called “Grumpies”, a group of elder statesmen who meet most Tuesday evenings at the Tipperary in a somewhat frustrated attempt to put the world to rights and of course to down a few pints. Sadly last year we lost Bob McKee from this group and now, we have lost Glyn. Sad times indeed.
I certainly feel honoured to have counted Glyn as one of my friends. May he rest in peace.

Peter Hill

Comment on Obituary: Glyn Meredith Langton by Anthony Johnson

Anthony Johnson — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 01:56:11 +0000

Without doubt one of the good guys – a true gent. Glyn had a wonderful way of introducing lads into the workings of an adult cricket game, quite simply, never take a backward step! Many fond memories, rip.

Anthony Johnson, Berkswell Cricket Club (ex-player)