Sad News Eric Allen (Riclin)

BigRuss · 6th October 2018, 22:21

It is with great sadness to inform the club of the passing of Eric Allen (Riclin) following a long struggle with Cancer on Friday morning.

He was an active member of the Club, as is his son Mike who has asked me to post this.

He really loved his car and really enjoyed meeting members at the meetings he attended.

I met Eric some years ago now when he brought his car over to me for some diagnostic work doing, and for some simple repairs, he had a great personality and sense of humour and we became good friends.

Rest in peace Mate, will really miss our regular chats.

Russ

Could one of the Mods please change the Club banner in Eric's memory.

trikey · 6th October 2018, 22:24

Oh dear, so sorry to hear this Russ, please pass on our condolences mate.

RIP.

Arctic · 7th October 2018, 01:20

Please pass on our condolences to Mike & his family from all the Nano crew, Eric along with Mike were regular visitors at the Nano meets, they have also both been to my home a few times, sad news indeed RIP Eric.

coolcat · 7th October 2018, 05:43

Condolences to the family, RIP Allen.

Mikeal1 · 7th October 2018, 06:59

Thank you Russ.

My dad loved his rover so much. Even when the drs where telling him he needed to go into hospital, he refused because he needed to MOT his car. In the last conversation we had he asked would I service it the following day.

I’d like to thank all of you who have helped dad especially big russ.

I miss him so very very much.

gazcaz · 7th October 2018, 08:02

Another good one gone, so sorry for your loss thoughts are with you all RIP .

DMGRS · 11th October 2018, 15:49

Oh no, how awful

he was genuinely one of life's nice chaps.
Always a pleasure to speak to, my condolences.

Bluejon · 11th October 2018, 19:09

Very sad news indeed,Sincere condolences from Jan & I to Mike & Family on your Dads passing,we are not sure if we met Eric,nevertheless he was a well liked & respected part of this very large Family,Rest in Piece Sir.

John & Jan Atkinson [Bluejon & Silvervixen]

simondhopkins · 11th October 2018, 19:47

Hi so sorry to have to hear of your loss, and also our loss of a fellow owner.

Having the car as the third is a fitting tribute for his last journey.

Rip from myself and Avril my 75.

Hodgy · 13th October 2018, 09:52

Sincere condolences
From Alan, Mel

6th October 2018, 22:21	#1
BigRuss Premium Trader 75 CDT Tourer,2.5 Launch Saloon, Omipro MG/Rover (T4) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Liversedge, West Yorkshire Posts: 5,405 Thanks: 1,105 Thanked 1,340 Times in 661 Posts	Sad News Eric Allen (Riclin) It is with great sadness to inform the club of the passing of Eric Allen (Riclin) following a long struggle with Cancer on Friday morning. He was an active member of the Club, as is his son Mike who has asked me to post this. He really loved his car and really enjoyed meeting members at the meetings he attended. I met Eric some years ago now when he brought his car over to me for some diagnostic work doing, and for some simple repairs, he had a great personality and sense of humour and we became good friends. Rest in peace Mate, will really miss our regular chats. Russ Could one of the Mods please change the Club banner in Eric's memory. __________________ Replacement Key Service http://https://the75andztclub.co.uk/...d.php?t=244732 Full T4 Testbook diagnostics available. Diesel ECU repair and replacement. Options enabled or disabled as required. Diesel X-Power 135 and 160bhp, Rover 1.8T 150 to 160 MG 160 V6 to 177 upgrades available P.M. for details.

6th October 2018, 22:24	#2
trikey Premium Trader Rover 75 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Devon Posts: 33,772 Thanks: 8,837 Thanked 14,831 Times in 8,030 Posts	Oh dear, so sorry to hear this Russ, please pass on our condolences mate. RIP. __________________ Lest we forget..

7th October 2018, 01:20	#3
Arctic Give to Learn Freelander 2 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: West Midlands Posts: 18,717 Thanks: 1,155 Thanked 6,407 Times in 3,874 Posts	Please pass on our condolences to Mike & his family from all the Nano crew, Eric along with Mike were regular visitors at the Nano meets, they have also both been to my home a few times, sad news indeed RIP Eric. __________________ Arctic Givology Learn to Give Everything is Achievable ad altiora tendo. Check out our Nano meet dates http://www.midlandsnanomeets.co.uk/ http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/index.php?thepage=howto " You do the work , we supply the expertise "

7th October 2018, 05:43	#4
coolcat This is my second home Audi Q3 TDI S-Line Quattro Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clacton On Sea/On the boat somewhere Posts: 51,166 Thanks: 9,890 Thanked 12,235 Times in 8,232 Posts	Condolences to the family, RIP Allen. __________________ Jeff.

7th October 2018, 06:59	#5
Mikeal1 Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Tourer Club SE CDT Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Albrighton Posts: 1,153 Thanks: 183 Thanked 149 Times in 96 Posts	Thank you Russ. My dad loved his rover so much. Even when the drs where telling him he needed to go into hospital, he refused because he needed to MOT his car. In the last conversation we had he asked would I service it the following day. I’d like to thank all of you who have helped dad especially big russ. I miss him so very very much. __________________ Mods Done so far: Plenum spy hole mod, bonnet mod, handbrake mod. New Smiley plate with club website address. LED bulbs fitted throughout, inc glove box and Numberplate, Flipkey, rear parking sensors, rear offside cubby hole cover, 2x extra LED ambient lights in tourer boot, ultimate remote, walnut gear knob, Walnut steering wheel, in-line stat, illuminated sun visors, load cover with dog guard, extra aux and USB sockets in armrest.

7th October 2018, 08:02	#6
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11th October 2018, 15:49	#7
DMGRS Discount MG Rover Spares Rover 75 CDTi, 2x MG ZS180 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Hythe, Southampton Posts: 11,320 Thanks: 456 Thanked 3,377 Times in 2,027 Posts	Oh no, how awful he was genuinely one of life's nice chaps. Always a pleasure to speak to, my condolences. __________________ Your trusted MG Rover specialist! Tel: 02380 001133 / Email: [email protected] We now have a 'chat' function on our site for even quicker replies. Give it a try! Remember - discount code FORUM5 for 5% off

11th October 2018, 19:09	#8
Bluejon Cumbria & N/Lancs Regional Secretary 2003 Rover 75 Saloon [Royal Blue] + 1999 Rover 75 Saloon [Duo-Tone Bacchus/Zircon Silver] Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Cumbria Posts: 3,089 Thanks: 2,242 Thanked 1,656 Times in 769 Posts	Very sad news indeed,Sincere condolences from Jan & I to Mike & Family on your Dads passing,we are not sure if we met Eric,nevertheless he was a well liked & respected part of this very large Family,Rest in Piece Sir. John & Jan Atkinson [Bluejon & Silvervixen] __________________

11th October 2018, 19:47	#9
simondhopkins Loves to post Vauxhall Vectra C Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Burnley Posts: 445 Thanks: 179 Thanked 88 Times in 62 Posts	Sincerest condolences Hi so sorry to have to hear of your loss, and also our loss of a fellow owner. Having the car as the third is a fitting tribute for his last journey. Rip from myself and Avril my 75.

13th October 2018, 09:52	#10
Hodgy Love to chat Jaguar XJ Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Hucknall Posts: 873 Thanks: 39 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Sincere condolences From Alan, Mel __________________ Regards Hodgy BHP My Newbie [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]