| Sorry to inform you all ... 18:19 - Sep 3 with 6466 views | RooleyMoorBlue |
My Dad, a Dale fan for the last 79 years, sadly passed away on Sunday morning. Anyone who stood in the Sandy Lane end for the past 20 odd years would probably have recognised him in his light coloured coat, thrusting his right arm aloft to celebrate a goal.
He saw his first Dale game during the Second World War when we played in regional divisions. He was one of four generations of our family who attended a game at Gigg Lane together. Quite a remarkable feat back in the 1940`s.
The funeral will not be for a while due to a backlog at Rochdale Crematorium, but anyone wishing to donate something in his name (Philip Ridehaugh) to Spinghill Hospice, can do so without having to contact his family.
You will be sorely missed at Spotland Dad, but you will live on, in me and your grandsons, as we carry on the family tradition.
R.I.P. Dad |  | | |  |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 18:25 - Sep 3 with 5095 views | Thacks_Rabbits |
My thoughts and condolences to you all.
RIP and I am sure he will be celebrating every Dale goal from above.
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 18:34 - Sep 3 with 5057 views | rochdale_ranger |
I’m sorry to hear that mate, I hope you and your family are doing as well as can be. |  | | |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 18:40 - Sep 3 with 5036 views | rochdaleriddler |
R.I.P |  |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:02 - Sep 3 with 4936 views | 1mark1 |
Deepest condolences to you and your Dad’s family and friends. Rooleymoor Blue. What a brilliant loyal Dale fan your Dad was, and I for one salute him. |  |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:05 - Sep 3 with 4918 views | 49thseason |
Going to football with your Dad is on of lifes rites of passage. An unforgettable experience shared . He would be proud that you went with him and prouder still that you and yours will continue to make the regular pilgrimage. When you think of your Dad, remember the first times you shared football together and smile , he did. |  | | |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:06 - Sep 3 with 4912 views | foreverhopefulDale |
Deepest condolences, Rooley. R.I.P , to a very longstanding Dale fan. [Post edited 3 Sep 2019 19:07]
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:13 - Sep 3 with 4852 views | judd |
Sincerest condolences on your sad loss. What remarkable loyal support. |  |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:21 - Sep 3 with 4807 views | SuddenLad |
Very sorry to hear your sad news. (I think your grandparents had a shop on Whatmough Street in days gone by).
Hope you are bearing up at this particularly difficult time. May your Dad rest in Peace. Another Dale fan to watch from the stadium above. |  |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:33 - Sep 3 with 4770 views | dale5758 |
R_I_P god Blesss your family x [Post edited 4 Sep 2019 13:37]
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:35 - Sep 3 with 4756 views | R17ALE |
Sorry to hear your news RMB. I've had many great chats with your Dad over the years about the Dale and it doesn't seem 2 weeks since we went to Accy last Spring for that vital win, despite him barely being able to stand up.
Fair play to him as well. Near the end he could hardly walk or cope with life's challenges, yet no matter how much pain he was in, he'd always be perched with his stick at the back of The Sandy Lane. I always admired his courage that no matter what was wrong with him, he knew the team needed his support, and nothing would keep him away.
A lesson for many.
R.I.P. |  |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:41 - Sep 3 with 4717 views | blackdogblue |
Sad news, thoughts & prayers with you & family
He will be watching down & wishing us well
Bdb [Post edited 4 Sep 2019 8:10]
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:51 - Sep 3 with 4680 views | chalky_ncfc |
I've got a huge respect for anyone who has supported their club for 79 years through thick and thin and you say that there was once four generations of your family at one game in the 40's,what a pity selfies wasn't around back in the day,it would have made a great photo
I doff my cap to your dad RMB  |  |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 20:30 - Sep 3 with 4596 views | Frog |
My condolences. |  | | |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 20:35 - Sep 3 with 4581 views | Salegraham |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 20:30 - Sep 3 by Frog |
My condolences. |
R.I.P. | | | |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 21:45 - Sep 3 with 4447 views | boromat |
That's some history with the club! I hope I can live to say I've supported the Dale for that long.
I didn't know him but I'm sure he'll be missed in the Sandy. My condolences. | |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 21:46 - Sep 3 with 4444 views | jonahwhereru |
My condolences to you and your family RMB.
Always sad to hear of the passing of a loyal fan of the Dale.
Take care of yourself. | | | |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 21:59 - Sep 3 with 4413 views | mingthemerciless |
My condolences. Your dad must have seen some ups and downs over the years. I hope the current position and condition of the club was a source of pleasure for him in his later years. 79 years is some achievement, I'm an old bugger and I'm nowhere near that. | | | |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 21:59 - Sep 3 with 4407 views | RAFCBLUE |
Very sorry to read this RMB. Thoughts with you and your family. |  |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 22:41 - Sep 3 with 4348 views | James1980 |
Sorry for your loss may your Pa rest in peace, and his memory live on | |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 23:08 - Sep 3 with 4309 views | kiwidale |
Splendid four generations at one game Lad, Dad, Granddad, and great granddad.
Respect and commiserations. | |
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 12:10 - Sep 4 with 4080 views | ParkinsGimp |
RIP
He will looking down on you and the Dale , still willing them on. | | | |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 12:18 - Sep 4 with 4066 views | RooleyMoorBlue |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 19:21 - Sep 3 by SuddenLad |
Very sorry to hear your sad news. (I think your grandparents had a shop on Whatmough Street in days gone by).
Hope you are bearing up at this particularly difficult time. May your Dad rest in Peace. Another Dale fan to watch from the stadium above. |
Yes, you have an excellent memory. 19 Whatmough St was my grandparents grocery shop. My Dad also ran a shop on Moss St for 10 yrs during the 80`s.
The funeral will take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Wed 18th Sept at 3pm. Very apt starting time I thought!
I`m hoping to hire a room, hopefully the Ratcliffe, at the club for after the service, so anyone wishing to come along will be most welcome.
My family and I would like to thank everyone for their kinds words during this difficult time.
Up The Dale! | | | |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 12:27 - Sep 4 with 4058 views | DaleiLama |
| Sorry to inform you all ... on 12:18 - Sep 4 by RooleyMoorBlue |
Yes, you have an excellent memory. 19 Whatmough St was my grandparents grocery shop. My Dad also ran a shop on Moss St for 10 yrs during the 80`s.
The funeral will take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Wed 18th Sept at 3pm. Very apt starting time I thought!
I`m hoping to hire a room, hopefully the Ratcliffe, at the club for after the service, so anyone wishing to come along will be most welcome.
My family and I would like to thank everyone for their kinds words during this difficult time.
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Sincere condolences for your loss RMB. Less than 2 years since my pa passed away. It leaves a void that can't be filled.
Remarkable support …… what a Dale stalwart through and through. He'll be as proud as punch that that support continues through his family and what a shame he couldn't have enjoyed more of this season after enduring the last two.
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 16:48 - Sep 4 with 3917 views | Molly |
Very sorry to hear your sad news. It hits one hard when your Dad passes away, I know. but it will get better, I promise.
His supporting record is something unique and to be proud of.
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| Sorry to inform you all ... on 18:01 - Sep 4 with 3838 views | joecooke |
RIP Sorry to hear of you losing your Dad . |  |
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