Author Topic: Driller (John) (Read 5683 times)

Matty · « **on:** 03 January 2014, 11:01:16 pm »

I went to see driller this evening and the family have asked me to pass on this message.
John is now at home again but unfortunately not to recover. He is deteriorating quite rapidly so anyone who wishes to come see him should not delay, this weekend would be wise and you are very welcome. He will not be able to reply but he can hear you and sometimes raise an eyebrow. However the family also understand that some may wish to remember him for the fit man that he is (I personally found it a bit of a shock).
The best way to arrange to go and see him is by calling or texting his mobile number 07973 801008, his wife is checking this regularly.
His wife has asked the number to be posted up to help people get in touch quickly so please do not remove.

Matty

chris.biker · « **Reply #1 on:** 03 January 2014, 11:19:11 pm »

Sad and sorry news.I find the forum great but have always struggled with putting the forum names to the people I have meet. But if I m am right Driller is the Foccer I have enjoyed chats with at the BoTW gatherings.

Matty · « **Reply #2 on:** 03 January 2014, 11:32:05 pm »

Ill see if I can find out any photos

Matty · « **Reply #3 on:** 04 January 2014, 03:57:39 pm »

Unfortunately John passed away at his home this afternoon at about 2pm

Kosmic Kartman · « **Reply #4 on:** 04 January 2014, 04:41:27 pm »

Sad news.

Rest in peace Driller. My thoughts go out to family and friends.

One foot peg down on LoFo ride out for you tomorrow fella.

Got a feeling of deja vu.... are there two threads running on this?

fazer390 · « **Reply #5 on:** 04 January 2014, 04:44:42 pm »

I can't believe he's gone... Totally gutted. Such an amazing guy and a good friend. He always made a B line for me; usually at a bike related place or event. I had a lot of time and respect for him and I'll miss him greatly... RIP mate... ;-)

wannafazer · « **Reply #6 on:** 04 January 2014, 05:08:47 pm »

Very sad news.

Les

Aegis Bearing Mel · « **Reply #7 on:** 04 January 2014, 05:23:29 pm »

Always a tale or three to be told when in his company, complete pleasure to chat to him.
RIP buddy.

Falcon 269 · « **Reply #8 on:** 04 January 2014, 05:28:54 pm »

I met John many years ago when he was kind enough to let me use his place for a few 'Ivanising' sessions. A generous and very interesting guy to know. Sadly, we lost contact a while back and so news of his passing comes as a shock.

I hope he's at peace now and my thoughts are with his family.

RIP Driller

Mike

cable tie · « **Reply #9 on:** 04 January 2014, 05:57:08 pm »

slimwilly · « **Reply #10 on:** 04 January 2014, 06:53:06 pm »

So this friend of yours, sad it is,god bless,, I take it he was a friend of you all and fellow poster on this site, I don't think I had the pleasure of knowing him,,RIP Driller

blackcabbie · « **Reply #11 on:** 04 January 2014, 07:20:56 pm »

Great shame. Mike ivanised my bike at drillers place near Swindon 8 or so years ago. Driller was passionate about all things bike and I will always remember his generous hospitality. Rip driller

kitcrazy · « **Reply #12 on:** 04 January 2014, 07:23:00 pm »

dont think i had the pleasure but thoughts go out to hes friends and family.
RIP

brooker81 · « **Reply #13 on:** 04 January 2014, 07:43:35 pm »

RIP love and thoughts to his family & friends xx

Razgruff · « **Reply #14 on:** 05 January 2014, 12:03:32 am »

RIP Driller,
I'm going to miss your chats and that big grin when you were riding.

peejay · « **Reply #15 on:** 05 January 2014, 10:31:48 am »

The days when we had proper foccer meets.
Driller is fourth from the right. RIP John.

helen · « **Reply #16 on:** 05 January 2014, 12:12:12 pm »

I last saw Driller at the Brackley motorcycle festival in August. Always such a pleasure to be with. Bikes were such a passion of his and next to nothing would stop him riding them. I remember seeing him at a BotW meet a few weeks after he'd had heart surgery. The surgery scars were impressive, but his will to ride a bike was overwhelming! He will be missed.
RIP Driller

chris.biker · « **Reply #17 on:** 05 January 2014, 12:36:27 pm »

Quote from: chris.biker on 03 January 2014, 11:19:11 pm

Sad and sorry news.I find the forum great but have always struggled with putting the forum names to the people I have meet. But if I m am right Driller is the Foccer I have enjoyed chats with at the BoTW gatherings.

RIP Driller I will miss his company at future BoTW gatherings, my sympathies to his family at this sad time.

oldmotherfoccer · « **Reply #18 on:** 06 January 2014, 12:25:13 am »

RIP Driller, I last saw him at Brackley as well, smashing man, glad to have know him

pitternator · « **Reply #19 on:** 06 January 2014, 07:39:20 am »

This is no eulogy but I have to say a few words about John, aka Driller. I first met driller at the infamous " FZ-1 test day " at bruntingthorpe in august 2006. At the time there was a very small band of FZ-1 owners ( myself included) who were struggling against the overwhelming FZS tribe ! It brought us together , and that started a friendship between us that didnt wane.. That day I met a very unassuming charming man who just had that spark, that joy of life, and was such great company to be with. I later learned that this often dishevelled man was in fact absolutely loaded ! LOL..part of johns charisma tbh, and he never let it become a barrier to meeting and chatting with anyone.I remember him casually asking me if I could rebuild his coachhouse, and the sum of £80k was casually mentioned ! ....yet he got great fun from just riding his bike and meeting up with his buddies. I recall riding from Rugby to Marlborough just for a cup of tea, such was the attraction to meet him. My only regret now is I didnt put work off and make even more time to just meet up and chew the cud. That to me is real friendship and comaraderie...just nice being in each others company. John had that by the absolute bucketful ! Farewell, one of the great characters I have ever met.

maddog04 · « **Reply #20 on:** 07 January 2014, 12:12:20 pm »

RIP mate
another sad loss for the foccer fraternity