Meadows Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 (edited) It is with such as heavy heart I write this posting, To those who have no idea whom he is, to summarise......George is an 89 ( and a half) year old devout Jambo. However, that does not in anyway do him justice. To use George’s words, he was connected to HMFC via the umbilical cord! He then supported our club home and away , a season ticket holder for over SIXTY years , a gentleman, well groomed and never with a negative word about any of our opponents, indeed until recently he attended Football Memories at Tynecastle where at 89 he looked after the “Auld yin’s”, mostly in their 70’s ! However, the ravages of time have caught up with our George , his very recent social media post ( yes, at 89 ! ) said , again in his own words he is now facing the final curtain . With days ( at best ) to say his farewells to close family, lived ones and friends ..... I feel it’s appropriate to register this post in the hope that modern technology savvy George can read this and hopefully feel the love from his fellow Jambo’s . JD & Coke please ..... Edited December 2, 2018 by Meadows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Dan Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 (edited) Sad news. Edited December 2, 2018 by Dannie Boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William H. Bonney Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 1 minute ago, Dannie Boy said: Sad news. RIP Don't think he's dead, just really old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabienleclerq Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 89 years old and he's only seen the wee team win the cup once, what a life! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Dan Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, Dino Velvet said: Don't think he's dead, just really old. stupid me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
been here before Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 'mon Georgie ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Met George at the McCrae’s lunch last month. Very sad news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OTT Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Sounds like a proper Hearts man that follows the club through thin, I'm sure he'll have some cracking memories over the years and will have seen some cracking players turn out for us! Really sorry to hear his health his failing him. Wish him all the best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feedthefox Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 19 minutes ago, Dino Velvet said: Don't think he's dead, just really old. Was kind of my take. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sneckiejambo Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 That's a great post, well done George. All the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElGee1973 Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 I bet he has seen many a legend turn out for Hearts & seen many a fine opposition player both at Tynecastle & away from home. I'm sure he's seen some fantastic matches & obviously famous wins for us through the years. Proper supporter through thick & thin & sounds a proper gentleman also. All the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.T.F.Robertson Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 George, you sound like a really decent bloke and, for what it's worth, I applaud you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Enjoy the rest of your days George, knowing that you followed the best team in the land. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Diez Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Lovely opening post. It comes to us all and by the sounds of it, George did it his way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumelzier Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 You sound like the living embodiment of a proper Hearts man George. You'll have seen incredible changes at Tynecastle over those 60 years, enjoyed watching some great Hearts team but been put through the wringer by a few teams too. Respect to you sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo-Fox Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 George (maroon and) White ..... one of the greatest Hearts fans ever - Best Wishes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japanjambo Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 Met George in the Tynie Arms before a match last season. Always said hello to him any time I saw him afterwards. Lovely, lovely man. Sad to hear this news. Be a very sad day when he eventually leaves us. Thinking about you from over here in Japan, George. X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el_jambo74 Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 Great post and always good to hear of a true Jambo. A man who has seen it all - us winning the league, being close to the abyss and then thumping the hibees 5-1 in the 2012 cup final. Much respect to George. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locky Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 Got a friend of George's on Facebook and it was great to see he made it to Murrayfield for the semi despite not being in great health! Shame it was a shite game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllyjamboDerbyshire Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 Sounds like a real gent and a credit to Heart of Midlothian FC. My best regards to you, Sir George, should you read this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboozy Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 Aw the Best to a fellow Jambo, just thinking of all the Hearts players you seen come and go,wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabthejambo Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 I've had the privilege of speaking with Sir George on a couple of occasions in Dickens pub. His absolute devotion to the Jambos could never be understated. A gentleman and its sad to hear of his plight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamhammer Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 All the Best George. You've seen a lot more than most of us. The good and the bad. A life well lived is it's own reward my man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corryjambo Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 I will tell you what is great about Meadows post. The fact that the gentleman in question will, we hope, be able to read all the kind things that are said about him. To often we leave it too late to tell people who we care about our feelings for them. I don't know you George but if you read this can I just say that in all your long life you made one great decision and that was to follow the Hearts. All the best to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meadows Posted December 3, 2018 Author Share Posted December 3, 2018 5 hours ago, corryjambo said: I will tell you what is great about Meadows post. The fact that the gentleman in question will, we hope, be able to read all the kind things that are said about him. To often we leave it too late to tell people who we care about our feelings for them. I don't know you George but if you read this can I just say that in all your long life you made one great decision and that was to follow the Hearts. All the best to you. Have to agree , it’s pointless singing people’s praises after they’ve gone . Tell people when / while you can . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highlandjambo3 Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 All the best George....... you know you are loved Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo-Fox Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 Sir George, I hope Hearts deliver you 3 points on Wednesday night!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tams bird Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 I don’t think I ever even George when he didn’t have on a shirt and tie. Always smartly dressed. Some man is George.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainmac Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 A lovely man and a privilege to share a drink with him most home games in the Tynie Arms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Slim Stylee Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 Lovely post. Been sad to read his FB posts of late but he's kept up his fantastic humour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwidoug Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 5 hours ago, Tams bird said: I don’t think I ever even George when he didn’t have on a shirt and tie. Always smartly dressed. Some man is George.... My late dad was like that. Think he slept in a shirt and tie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Herbertson Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 True gentleman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the general Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 A lovely and amazing guy.full of stories and not a bad word to say about anyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4marsbars Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 Sorry to say I've never met George, but my late father was from the same generation and had some stories to tell of the 1950s. I was brought up on stories of the exploits of Willie Bauld and the Terrible Trio. Imagine witnessing all these trophies won in such a short time, including two league titles, at a time when you didn't begrudge Hibs their successes (because both teams were thriving). Memories like these are great treasure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obua Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 8 hours ago, Big Slim Stylee said: Lovely post. Been sad to read his FB posts of late but he's kept up his fantastic humour. Agree with this,I spoke to him a couple of weeks back he joked he would be asking for a part refund on his season ticket as he wouldn’t be here to use it.All the best auld yin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe.gausden Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 A lovely man and a Hearts legend. Greatest of respect to him x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pans Jambo Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 Best wishes George. Not sure I know you Sir but I just connected to Meadows OP. Mon the JT's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwasthere1954 Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 On 03/12/2018 at 09:35, corryjambo said: I will tell you what is great about Meadows post. The fact that the gentleman in question will, we hope, be able to read all the kind things that are said about him. To often we leave it too late to tell people who we care about our feelings for them. I don't know you George but if you read this can I just say that in all your long life you made one great decision and that was to follow the Hearts. All the best to you. Beautifully put. It puts lots of things into perspective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hector Riva Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 (edited) Best wishes George Edited December 5, 2018 by Hector Riva Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie Posted December 5, 2018 Share Posted December 5, 2018 I've always enjoyed having a blether with George,he really is a Gentleman and as big a Jambo as you'd ever meet.Sorry to hear he isn't keeping too we'll.Take care "Sir George". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
londonjambo Posted December 10, 2018 Share Posted December 10, 2018 Bump. Anyone have any update on how George is doing ? GC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the general Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 I fear it is bad news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 from Twitter RIP George Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
londonjambo Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 Yes I gather that George sadly passed away this morning. A truly great Hearts man and one of the nicest men you could hope to meet. Rest easy George GC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3fingersreid Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 RIP gentleman Jambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 Requiescat in pace George. Condolences to family and friends. Hope this thread brings some small comfort at this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambo19 Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 Sad news, rest in peace George. Some great comments on this thread about him, nice man, always smart, devoted his time to hearts and the big hearts football memories, such a decent individual whom a lot of the younger fans in our support could learn a thing or 2 from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graygo Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 Sad news, rest in peace George. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fxxx the SPFL Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 sad news RIP George i'm sure i possibly met him on a couple of occasions In Dickens and at the museum if he had white hair and when you spoke to him all he wanted to do was tell you everything and anything about Hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe.gausden Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 Sad, sad news. RIP George. The Hearts family has lost one of the best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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