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Offline Tony Haycock

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A sad day for motorsport lovers
« on: September 05, 2014, 08:39:39 PM »
I am sure I am not the only motorsport lover on the forum, and today is a sad one in our world.

Earlier today my great mate and one of the founding directors of the McLaren Formula One team, Eoin Young passed away. He also had more than a passing interst in aviation and was fascinated by my WNW models. He has suffered from failing health in the past few months, but as recently as Wednesday he was up for lunch and motorsport chat our local pub.

His passing will leave a huge gap in my life. He would, for reasons which I could never fathom, navigate for me in all sorts of vehicles in all sorts of events, so far removed from his passion of motorsport but I feel so lucky to have been allowed into his world, which opened so many doors for me.


   
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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #1 on: September 05, 2014, 09:46:34 PM »
Sorry to hear about the passing of your friend .




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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #2 on: September 05, 2014, 09:49:02 PM »
Condolences to you Tony...

Offline lone modeller

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #3 on: September 06, 2014, 06:42:47 AM »
A sad day indeed when one loses a friend like that. My condolences to you.

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #4 on: September 06, 2014, 08:48:53 AM »
I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your good friend Eoin, my thoughts are with you and also with his family.

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #5 on: September 06, 2014, 10:14:44 AM »
A famous name in motorsports for sure, I knew of him as a writer and journalist and wasn't even aware of his McLaren connection. His James Hunt book is a classic.

Very sad to hear he is gone. Sounds like you had a wonderful friendship, that is something to cherish....

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #6 on: September 06, 2014, 07:20:20 PM »
The loss of a good friend is as hard as the loss of a family member. Many condolences to you and his family.

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #7 on: September 06, 2014, 09:35:08 PM »
Dear Tony I'm sorry to hear about the sad loss of your friend and my condolences are with you.

Best wishes
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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #8 on: September 07, 2014, 09:33:36 AM »
Tony, sorry to hear this. My condolences.

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #9 on: September 07, 2014, 01:07:46 PM »
Please accept my sincere condolences, Tony. A great friend to remember.

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #10 on: September 07, 2014, 10:21:34 PM »
Sorry to hear your bad news, Tony.
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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #11 on: September 07, 2014, 10:38:33 PM »
Tony,
    Dwell on the good times and memories, and be thankful for the time you shared with someone special. My condolences.
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Offline Tony Haycock

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #12 on: September 09, 2014, 08:31:26 PM »
Thanks everyone for your messages!

His funeral is Saturday and I have the privilege of driving his ashes to the ceremony in a Grand Prix Bugatti. A sad day but I am certainly looking forwad to the drive...

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #13 on: September 09, 2014, 10:32:58 PM »
Thanks everyone for your messages!

His funeral is Saturday and I have the privilege of driving his ashes to the ceremony in a Grand Prix Bugatti. A sad day but I am certainly looking forwad to the drive...

Nice! I've ridden as a passenger in a Type 35 for a few laps around the Milwaukee Mile, and even that was a thrill. A fitting conveyance for your friend, I'd say.

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Re: A sad day for motorsport lovers
« Reply #14 on: September 10, 2014, 12:50:00 PM »
I'm saddened to hear of Mr. Young's passing. I recall reading his very interesting and entertaining columns in Road and Track magazine.