Comments for Black Pear Joggers

Comment on News from the Chair June 2013 by richard walsh

richard walsh — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:21:40 +0000

hi mike,
still recovering from touring at the windermere marathon.just 3 weeks after the shakespeare one,i clocked an
identical time again of 3:02.26!given the extremely hilly course,taking in stunning views around the lake,this proved to be a stronger run.finishing in 12th place.
this saturday(15th june) there is the humph’s hilly half at bourton-on-the-water.a challenging but scenic course is well worth a visit.also,to let people know on thursday 20th june, evesham vale running club are hosting the bredon bash.starting at 7.30 from elmley castle cricket club,this is a 5.5 mile race to the summit of bredon hill and down.both of these races you can enter on the day.

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Tony Bray

Tony Bray — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:49:37 +0000

In reply to Bev Brown (Sherratt). Just got back to thinking about running so was having a look at what all you guys were up to,absolutely shocked by this terrible news.Stuarts Sunday morning runs changed my life and I remember those days with great joy.Stuart was a true gentleman and good sport and an inspiration for me and so many people.You will always be in my thoughts. With fond memories,Tony Bray

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Ruth Bailey

Ruth Bailey — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 05:12:23 +0000

I have just heard the heart breaking news of Stuart’s death. It is devasting. Like many I progressed through Worcester and Black Pear joggers completely in awe of someone who not only achieved so much with his own running ambitions but also encouraged and inspired others to also achieve the seemingly impossible. I am sorry I am not in the UK to pay my actual respects but through a few tears and thoughts of my own i am sure he knows how much he meant to us. We used to fall out and get grumpy with each other at 15 miles but were always back on speaking terms by mile 21!!!

The only thing we can all do is keep on running and think of him often. His spirit will always be the spirit behind Black Pear Joggers and it will always be with us all.

Warmest wishes and condolences

Ruth xxxxxx

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Carol

Carol — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 11:18:16 +0000

Was just reading about Stuart in runners world, and then came accross your sad news. What an inspiration, a unique person you had amongst you. You will all have to carry on in his amazing way , take his spirit forward. I wish we had such a club up hear in the north. Love Carol x.

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Kay Parry

Kay Parry — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:20:52 +0000

Such sad news :-(

Stuart was the guy who got me into distance running years ago, often driving over to my house in Fernhill Heath then running me round the lanes for hours. I wouldn’t have done many of the races I did and of course London if it hadnt been for Stuart’s help and motivation.

I bumped into Stuart just after Christmas on Perdiswell playing field and even then he was tempting me back to BPJ.

Stuart will be sadly missed, not just by all those who knew him, but by everyone who had heard of him.

A legend who will remain in our hearts for ever.

Lots of love
Kay
xxx

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Bev Brown (Sherratt)

Bev Brown (Sherratt) — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:11:33 +0000

I was deeply saddened and shocked to hear this terrible news – one of the fittest (and loveliest) men I know. Stuart was always full of encouragement and made early Sunday long runs a joy. He taught me that I could achieve a whole lot more than I thought possible, and took me and Claire on a fantastic adventure – 31 miles of Caerphilly. He was an absolute star, guiding us the whole way, giving us advice and of course, talking continuously! This was part of my marathon training and I later had the honour of running Llanelli marathon with him, and Peter too. I don’t know what I did to deserve running with 2 of the absolute greats.

Although I don’t often run with the club now, I will miss him hugely. It made my night to see his welcoming, smiling face at the Christmas do.

Lots of love to you Stuart, and thank you for being you.

Bev
xxx

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Vicki Hancox

Vicki Hancox — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 21:48:09 +0000

I trained for my first two London marathons with Stuart some 10 years ago. Stuart was a wonderful man who will leave a memory for all of us. I couldn’t have to into distance running without Stuart. He will always be remembered and the club won’t be the same again. Sleep tight Stuart and keep on running x x

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Dave Matthews

Dave Matthews — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 18:11:20 +0000

Really sad to hear of Stuarts passing at yesterdays Worcester parkrun. I didn’t know him, and had never spoken to him, but he was a recognisable face from many local runs and races. One of the running family! My condolences to all those who mourn the loss.

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Jason Green

Jason Green — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 21:00:47 +0000

I obviously have not been a member of Black Pear for that long, but in that short space of time Stuart has been & was an inspiration to this “lot to learn” novice! He chatted away to me about all things London,he chatted away to me about all things running in general……he chatted away to me all things Hornby OO gauge & Railway too !! :-)

Stuart helped me build my confidence & belief in running, gave me 4 months or so of the best training/advice that I could ever get, and on other “Jason” matters had always been a great listener & understanding person. A diamond, a mentor and all round Gent.

Boy, I’m gonna miss you Stuart….and no doubt this Tall Guy still has a tear or two to spill yet, but I promise you this I’m going make every stride of my size 12s that little bit more worth while on whatever route they run, knowing that your watching down on me to guide me safely across the finishing line.

God Bless.

Comment on A big loss for Black Pear Joggers by Jan McNelis

Jan McNelis — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 13:34:26 +0000

I really got to know Stuart in 2005 when I started training for the London Marathon. Without his encouragement I would never have got over the finish line, and wouldn’t have carried on through 16 more marathons without his help and support. Over the years he and Sian became friends, and the running and the friendship of his company kept me going through the loss of my husband John.

We are all privileged to have known him and to have had him in our lives. It’s comforting to have seen him on Friday morning and then later in the hospital with Sian to say a final goodbye. I will miss him greatly, it is so very, very sad. I promise to keep running for as long as I can, as he would have wanted me to.

Rest in peace, Stuart, thanks for the memories, love from Jan.