Isle Of Bute Saint Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 (edited) Yesterday I had a remarkable 85 year old at the game who watched Saints regular in the 50's and early 60's. He always aske's me about Saints. So I said I will take you to a game. This 85 year old got the overnight Thursday train to London to be a speaker for a fellow Golfer funeral. All his expenses were paid. With no hotel he came back Friday night again overnight train ( he wanted to keep costs low ) and be back for the St Mirren game. I thought he will be too tired 85 remember. There he is with me for the 12.15 ferry what a man. After the game we went to Elderslie Golf Club he wanted me to see a large Cabinet dedicated to him as he was a special local golfer who was invited to the Masters in America but could not afford the expense of going out there. No sponsorship in these day's. After the game which was not a classic he said what a goal going on about it. He said Ian you know what surprised me. What Stuart ? The Fans what a support they are fantastic getting behind the team. He went on they sang in my day but not like that. Took him home lost his wife 3 years ago. Got his own flat I got invited in for tea. Kept thanking me , how can you not do something for a fellow Buddie. Went home with a lump in my throat wishing my own dad was still here. Edited April 28, 2019 by Isle Of Bute Saint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stlucifer Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 Well done IoBS. Glad we didn't spoil his day with a defeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oaksoft Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 I hope the guy had a nice day but TBH I was brought up never to brag about doing good deeds for other people. It seems that is a dying art these days. Shame. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truesaint Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 4 minutes ago, oaksoft said: I hope the guy had a nice day but TBH I was brought up never to brag about doing good deeds for other people. It seems that is a dying art these days. Shame. Tosser! Either poor humour or poor reading of post. As for dying farts.... Nice post and good to hear IOBS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hambud Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 I hope the guy had a nice day but TBH I was brought up never to brag about doing good deeds for other people. It seems that is a dying art these days. Shame.The way I read it the 85 year old was doing the good deed by keeping iobs company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddieinEK Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 Great story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 I'm guessing your guest was Stuart Murray IOBS ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Mc Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 Yes was thinking that too. A great story. Well kent name when I was a kid hacking my way round Elderslie. https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/golf/17560800.stuart-murray-the-elderslie-golfer-with-the-masters-invitation/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meiksyboy Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 Oaksoft what a complete tosser, do us all a good deed and fu@k off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeper07 Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 2 hours ago, Isle Of Bute Saint said: Yesterday I had a remarkable 85 year old at the game who watched Saints regular in the 50's and early 60's. He always aske's me about Saints. So I said I will take you to a game. This 85 year old got the overnight Thursday train to London to be a speaker for a fellow Golfer funeral. All his expenses were paid. With no hotel he came back Friday night again overnight train ( he wanted to keep costs low ) and be back for the St Mirren game. I thought he will be too tired 85 remember. There he is with me for the 12.15 ferry what a man. After the game we went to Elderslie Golf Club he wanted me to see a large Cabinet dedicated to him as he was a special local golfer who was invited to the Masters in America but could not afford the expense of going out there. No sponsorship in these day's. After the game which was not a classic he said what a goal going on about it. He said Ian you know what surprised me. What Stuart ? The Fans what a support they are fantastic getting behind the team. He went on they sang in my day but not like that. Took him home lost his wife 3 years ago. Got his own flat I got invited in for tea. Kept thanking me , how can you not do something for a fellow Buddie. Went home with a lump in my throat wishing my own dad was still here. GREAT .. too many superlatives to list... well done fellow bud... keep the faith ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FTOF Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 14 minutes ago, David Mc said: Yes was thinking that too. A great story. Well kent name when I was a kid hacking my way round Elderslie. https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/golf/17560800.stuart-murray-the-elderslie-golfer-with-the-masters-invitation/ Stephen McAllister , the other famous Elderslie golfer mentioned in the article, attends St.Mirren Park regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callum Gilhooley Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 I hope the guy had a nice day but TBH I was brought up never to brag about doing good deeds for other people. It seems that is a dying art these days. Shame.My parents brought me up not to belittle the good intentions and kind deeds of others . I feel sorry for you that you do not appear to have had such a loving , caring upbringing. Would explain a lot though. You are more to be pitied than laughed at. [emoji848][emoji107] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E=Mc2 Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 4 hours ago, Isle Of Bute Saint said: Yesterday I had a remarkable 85 year old at the game who watched Saints regular in the 50's and early 60's. He always aske's me about Saints. So I said I will take you to a game. This 85 year old got the overnight Thursday train to London to be a speaker for a fellow Golfer funeral. All his expenses were paid. With no hotel he came back Friday night again overnight train ( he wanted to keep costs low ) and be back for the St Mirren game. I thought he will be too tired 85 remember. There he is with me for the 12.15 ferry what a man. After the game we went to Elderslie Golf Club he wanted me to see a large Cabinet dedicated to him as he was a special local golfer who was invited to the Masters in America but could not afford the expense of going out there. No sponsorship in these day's. After the game which was not a classic he said what a goal going on about it. He said Ian you know what surprised me. What Stuart ? The Fans what a support they are fantastic getting behind the team. He went on they sang in my day but not like that. Took him home lost his wife 3 years ago. Got his own flat I got invited in for tea. Kept thanking me , how can you not do something for a fellow Buddie. Went home with a lump in my throat wishing my own dad was still here. Can you book me in for 2039? I’ve got some stories you’ll never believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gstretchuk Posted April 28, 2019 Report Share Posted April 28, 2019 4 hours ago, oaksoft said: I hope the guy had a nice day but TBH I was brought up never to brag about doing good deeds for other people. It seems that is a dying art these days. Shame. Nice fishing..one i would have been proud of...made me laugh but it was a nice story, probably un-called for post... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonny Posted April 29, 2019 Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 14 hours ago, oaksoft said: I hope the guy had a nice day but TBH I was brought up never to brag about doing good deeds for other people. It seems that is a dying art these days. Shame. Poor show and totally uncalled for. The story is about the gentleman and not IOBS bragging. Heart warming to read how much the guy enjoyed his day out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ged62 Posted April 29, 2019 Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 I hope the guy had a nice day but TBH I was brought up never to brag about doing good deeds for other people. It seems that is a dying art these days. Shame.You’ve probably never did anyone a good turn that’s why. Ian’s posting a good story & you’ve got to spoil it. [emoji110] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isle Of Bute Saint Posted April 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 (edited) 16 hours ago, oaksoft said: I hope the guy had a nice day but TBH I was brought up never to brag about doing good deeds for other people. It seems that is a dying art these days. Shame. Your way of thinking is some what strange. This is a forum for St Mirren supporters to discuss all things St Mirren. Here is a guy living on the Isle Of Bute who has feelings for the club. He is a bit of a celebrity to the Paisley area. For me it's about what he thought of the club and its fans are you telling me fellow supporters don't enjoy reading that. Oaksoft you see the devel on a lot of things your a strange man. Edited April 29, 2019 by Isle Of Bute Saint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isle Of Bute Saint Posted April 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 14 hours ago, Wilbur said: I'm guessing your guest was Stuart Murray IOBS ? Thats him Wilbur very switched on. Made very little money in these day's. He was wearing his Scotland tie for the golf team on Saturday. Im not into golf but his stories were interesting and funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougJamie Posted April 29, 2019 Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 Great story IOBS , great old guy and well done..................................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintnextlifetime Posted April 29, 2019 Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 15 hours ago, Meiksyboy said: Oaksoft what a complete tosser, do us all a good deed and fu@k off Oh , you need to watch what you say - Tom will be along to accuse you of ad hominem. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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