I am stunned. Saw the title and thought, Brix has had enough of modding, he's off. Didn't expect to read what I'm reading. I never met Brix, but I wish I had. I feel like I know him nonetheless, I see him as a Morgan freeman type character in shawshank - full of wisdom, calm and an around thoroughly decent man. I have never felt so sad and emotional about someone I've never met. Struggling with words here to be honest, think I need to come back later and offer something more deserving. What I do remember is a thread from a while ago, where we all spilled the beans about ourselves. I remember clearly how Brix wrote so proudly about going into business with his sons and how they/you and his wife are the centre of his world. This is sad, so sad. You have my deepest, most sincere condolences. If it isn't inappropriate, I'd like to be at the funeral to pay my respects, don't know if that's right or wrong, I'll take advice. Brix, mate, rest in peace. Woody.
sorry 2hear the bad news lads>>>>>condolences for his family and friends.............a great poster and no doubt and great man 2them that knew him. from a Cardiff fan
Very sorry to hear this sad news and deepest condolences to Brixton's family and friends. May he rest in peace and his family find some small comfort in this thread that clearly shows how loved he was by all of us despite our different footballing allegiances. RIP a good man.
What can be said that has not been said already, never met him but always read his posts.......sadly missed on this forum and all our love to his loved ones and friends. RIP
From all of your posts I can see he was a great guy. Very sad to read. From everyone on the Bristol City board. R.I.P Brix
Shocking news indeed in the middle of a trawl for the latest QPR news. I've read each post waiting for the wind up to end but, alas, that does not appear to be. David was an intelligent poster and the diligence with which he assembled the house ules over the last few months was nothing short of an Opus Magnus. Perhaps he had that in mind, knowing that he was that unwell, and we can offer tribute to his memory by striving to adhere to those rules with equal diligence. He was universally appreciated as a Moderator even by his detractor(s?) and sought to moderate with an open and even hand. In summary, a much loved and appreciated member of our little digital community who will be missed but remembered with fondness and very often too. Words are always inadequate at times like this but I know that we all send our deepest and most sincere condolences to his family. Rest in peace indeed.
Iâm absolutely stunned. Canât believe it, itâs going to take some time to sink in and words seems utterly insufficient. I never met Brix/David in person, but everything I saw and heard from him on here make me certain that he was one of lifeâs true gents. Everything he ever posted was always imbued with intelligence, compassion and dignity. He was quite simply the saviour of this place when Northy left, I really donât think that it would be here anymore without his efforts, and I and many others owe him a debt of gratitude. Condolences to Pat and Deon on your tragic loss. Dave, or BrixtonR as we knew him, was a legend on here. RIP.
I am so shocked. I cannot believe this....I met Brix only the once, before Wigan....And when we met, he hugged me like we had known me all his life. We had along chat that day, and he said some really kind and thoughtful things....about how he watched/protected me when I first came on the board, just in case! I was touched then by the thoughtfulness of the man, I am glad I told him that day what good friends I felt we were, even though I had only just met him in the flesh. He was wise on football, on the ways of the world of his concept of what was right. The world is missing a good person...and I am missing a friend. Mrs Brix/Brix Jr my condolences to you and the whole of Brixton's family. The whole of the board grieves with you today. Beth
My condolences to Brix Jr and all of Dave's family as others have said i am completely stunned and saddened by this awful news. I had not only the pleasure of meeting Dave a few weeks ago at the Wigan game but sitting next to him throughout the game. We had a good chat in the pub prior and during the game and I felt comfortable enough sharing some personal stuff at half time, to me that says it all he was such an amiable character. It is not often you have the pleasure of meeting such a top bloke and when we said our goodbyes we shook hands and gave me a hug as if i had known him for years. This for me is a massive blow and I will miss Dave and his wise words, RIP :
I cannot believe I am reading this. Whilst I never met David, and I support a different club, we spoke quite regular via pm on here. He helped me like a real friend would and I will never forget that. I am truly gutted and cannot begin to imagine what his real friends and family are going through. Brix, you were a true gent, a true fan and a top bloke. May you RIP my friend.
I have never had the pleasure of meeting him but it says a lot about him as a poster and this board when I got a sense of shock and sadness on reading this. RIP.
There are some great tributes here. Well done to all. RTID's and Beth's are particularly good. I am sure the kind words will be of great comfort to his famly. I am absolutely shocked. I met Brix a couple of times, The first was at the Irish R's meet up back in November. The second was a few weeks ago before the Wigan game. I had one or two differences with him in December when I got banned. His last words to me on the subject were to say that he had great respect for me. I never got the chance to say Brix, that I had great respect for you too. Really sorry now I never said that at the time. RIP Brix.
One thing is for certain - whenever and wherever (Shepherd's Bush, Ireland, Australia....) NOT606 R's gather in the future, the first drink will be for Brix.
Brix's stewardship of this board was a great example of how to be inclusive, and all the disparate ( and desperate!) members were made to feel part of the great R's family. He always expressed interest in new posters and especially those who hailed from far away places and this interest ensured that everybody felt they were part of the set. I think he mentioned a couple of times that his own upbringing and background brought him insight into how connected we all are despite apparent differences and stances taken. He also had an impish sense of humour which often took one by surprise when set against his erudite and learned contributions. He will be long remembered and missed on this board.
I've just broke this sad news to my two little girls who have just got in from school. '' You know that man we met at the pub on Sunday, who turned up with his wife? '' I said '' Yes daddy. '' They replied. '' He shook our hands, and did so again after we walked to the ground, so did his wife. He said to us.. 'See you next season girls.' '' I then told them what had happened. They both cried their eyes out and tried to make sense of it all. Such is the effect of the great man, that he left such an impression on them. My house is a sad place at the moment.
Very sad news indeed. Never had the pleasure to meet him but by all accounts an all round top bloke. Condolences to all the family and he will be sorely missed here by all.
Just popped over to QPR's board to wish you all the best for next season, and now to offer my condolences to you all for your loss, clearly a great guy as are the majority of people on this forum. Behind all the banter and winding up, cheap jokes and endless debate is a load of people who just love football, here's to hoping QPR can get it right next year.
