Railway Announce Death of Chairman
9th February, 2011
The KoolSport NCEL is very sad to learn of the death of Lincoln Moorlands Railway chairman, Stuart Gordon.
The League's management board would like to pass on its deepest condolences on behalf of all our members to the club and to his family.
A statement from the Premier Division side said: "Following a short illness, the Chairman of Lincoln Moorlands Railway, Stuart Gordon, passed away in hospital last Friday morning aged 74.
"The sudden loss of Stuart has both shocked and deeply saddened everyone at Lincoln Moorlands Railway FC.
"Stuart had been at the club since it formed in 1989 and worked prodigiously and selflessly to drive the club forward to achieve the status it currently enjoys.
"His passing leaves a huge void. We are all determined that the work he started will continue and that he will not be forgotten.
"Our thoughts and condolences are with his wife Jan and their family at this very sad time.
"For those who wish to attend Stuart's funeral, it will take place at 11.50am on Monday 21st February at Lincoln Crematorium. Family flowers only."
Vice Chairman Alan Hodds will be assuming Stuart's duties until the club's AGM.
(Story Source: Lincoln Moorlands Railway)
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