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Topbidwinsagain · Joined: 11 Sep 2015 Posts: 148

OMG. Chris Williams of Sportingold has passed on.

RIP Chris, sad news both for the hobby and his club for Chris was a loyal supporter of Manchester City for many years through thick and thin.

Repectfully, Roy.

slugger · Joined: 31 May 2009 Posts: 342

Such a shock and very sad news.

Chris was always pleasant and helpful when dealing with auction enquiries.

Sincere condolences to his family.

RIP Chris

John (Slugger)

Pete’s Picture Palace · Posted: Mon Dec 16, 2019 4:00 pm Post subject:

That's awful news, such a lovely bloke who was always so fair and helpful to me. That's terrible. I shall miss him greatly.

Are there any details of his funeral?

martino · Posted: Mon Dec 16, 2019 4:07 pm Post subject:

I am stunned.

As others have said he was always very helpful and he will be greatly missed.

RIP Chris.

Rocky · Joined: 15 Jun 2009 Posts: 1531

Held in high esteem by many and a respected stalwart of our hobby over numerous years. Losing people like Chris leaves a gap in the hobby that can’t be filled.
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Posh1959 · Joined: 12 Sep 2009 Posts: 1218

Lovely guy who will be sadly missed by everyone. I was only speaking to him last week, then he was so chatty talking about old times and the future. RIP mate.

bluejames · Joined: 30 Mar 2016 Posts: 169

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chelseapeter · Joined: 29 Jul 2018 Posts: 47

HI.CHRIS WILLIAMS WAS ONE OF THE GOOD GUYS IN ARE HOBBY.ALLWAYS HAD TIME FOR YOU.WOULDN'T IT BE GREAT IF HIS BELOVED MANCHESTER CITY COULD WIN THE TROPHY WITH THE BIG EARS AS A TRIBUTE.R.I.P.

Posh1959 · Joined: 12 Sep 2009 Posts: 1218

Just had a phone call. He had a heart attack on the bridge at the Emirates on his way to watch his team.

TheSorter! · Joined: 07 May 2016 Posts: 198

I just sent him some programmes half an hour ago! What an absolute shock! I'm stunned and devastated Crying or Very sad

grantham · Joined: 20 Mar 2009 Posts: 1026

Had the pleasure of meeting Chris several times at auctions, top bloke and always helpful. Big loss to the hobby and the sport
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RIKERBCFC · Joined: 22 Mar 2016 Posts: 188

So sorry to hear about Chris. I have known him for a number of years and he was always the perfect gentleman. RIP Chris.

manchesterunitedman1 · Joined: 17 Jan 2010 Posts: 3332 Location: United Kingdom

I Have written my thoughts on the New Forum but also feel that I should also speak on this one too.

I have known Chris over 30 years, as someone has already said he was one of the good guys, straight as a dye, no nonsense.

I have bought from him ever since he started the auctions and traded with him before that, always had time for everyone and as honest as the day is long.

He worked with me some time ago to assist me in valuing my collection for insurance purposes and spent a lot of time going through it all, he understood the hobby inside and out.

Chris will be sadly missed in the Hobby, but far more so by his devoted Family, such a shock at anytime and especially at this time of the year.

Life will be cruel, good people will go too early, there is no explanation, Chris is going to leave a very large hole in his Family and for us all too.

May his Dear Soul Rest in Peace
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cfcmartin1965 · Joined: 29 Jan 2011 Posts: 533 Location: Middlesex

So sad to hear the tragic news about Chris. A true gentleman & he will be sorely missed in this great hobby of ours. I would like to thank him for helping me fill gaps in my collection through his fantastic auctions.

My condolences go out to his family & friends at this sad time.

Martin

whosbrianwilson · Joined: 08 Aug 2011 Posts: 245

So very sad to read about his untimely passing. Chris helped me out on many occasions and will be sadly missed.

Eck · Joined: 25 Aug 2012 Posts: 2548

That's a shocker, I met him at the programme fair in Glasgow a couple of times, I bought a scarf from him as well. RIP Chris.

Westwardprogs · Joined: 29 May 2013 Posts: 689

I only heard this news six hours ago and am still in a state of shock.
Chris was also very helpful to me, and I suspect he will be difficult to replace in the auction world.
Sincere condolences to his family.

Eck · Joined: 25 Aug 2012 Posts: 2548

I have been told it was a heart attack at the match yesterday.

https://forums.bluemoon-mcfc.co.uk/threads/blue-chris-williams-passed-away-on-the-way-to-the-arsenal-game-p7.343663/

colchestersid · Joined: 08 Mar 2009 Posts: 687

What very sad news, Chris was always a gentleman to deal with and a credit to the hobby we all love so much

Rest in peace

Simon

amazorblade · Joined: 28 May 2011 Posts: 71

This news is so very sad.
Chris was such a friendly chap and I will miss our chats at SP.

RIP

pete