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General Refereeing => General Discussion => Topic started by: nemesis on Mon 12 Nov 2018 16:27

Title: Alan Turvey
Post by: nemesis on Mon 12 Nov 2018 16:27
My memories of Alan Turvey will not be fond ones, but sad nevertheless to report that he passed away this morning. Condolences to family and friends. RIP
Title: Re: Alan Turvey
Post by: Acme Thunderer on Mon 12 Nov 2018 16:37
Thanks for this nemesis. I don't think I ever saw Alan in action on the field, but I do know that he worked tirelessly in football after he came off the FL list, and his death will be mourned by many. RIP Alan.
Title: Re: Alan Turvey
Post by: reflector on Mon 12 Nov 2018 16:56
My memories of Alan Turvey will not be fond ones, but sad nevertheless to report that he passed away this morning. Condolences to family and friends. RIP

Indeed, my condolences too.  Although my recollections of Mr Turvey are not particularly favourable of his refereeing abilities, we shouldn't forget that those we criticise are only human and are surely trying to do their best and have family and friends who will mourn their passing.  Indeed, if they appear to be promoted beyond their apparent level of competence, the fault is not theirs but lies with those who appoint them. 
Title: Re: Alan Turvey
Post by: robbieg on Mon 12 Nov 2018 18:29
Sad news and Rest in Peace Mr Turvey.


 For my own information when did Mr Turvey officiate ?
Title: Re: Alan Turvey
Post by: bmb on Mon 12 Nov 2018 18:31
I don't recall ever seeing him referee. RIP Mr Turvey. Condolences to his loved ones.
Title: Re: Alan Turvey
Post by: Left Field on Mon 12 Nov 2018 18:41
Sad news and Rest in Peace Mr Turvey.


 For my own information when did Mr Turvey officiate ?

Alan Turvey was a Football League referee from 1973 to 1978. For me (and I imagine many other football followers) he deserves great credit for being the only member of an FA Panel to oppose Wimbledon's move to Milton Keynes and the formation of MK Dons - a move which usurped the original club's place in the Football League.