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Thread | Ted Hendrix / RIP
at 14:46 27 Oct 2026
Hi everyone,
Been a long time since I posted so for those who know / remember me, I hope you are all well.
My brother and I Dad, Ted Hendrix, who was a frequent poster and known to many on here over god knows how many years, passed away yesterday in the early hours. My mum, brother and I were all with him at the end. Candidly, he did suffer for a couple of weeks and it was a difficult period for us all, but the last few days he wasn’t suffering. He was content and comfortable despite the cancer.
Dad loved his club. His hero’s all played in the 60’s and 70’s when he was a kid growing up and causing mischief in west London.
A brief story. Fathers / mothers obviously introduce siblings to their football clubs (or mental torture if you support QPR). Dad took me to Loftus Road in 86 for my first game against Liverpool in the Milk cup semi final. No idea when he inflicted it on my younger brother!
I stopped going a few years back. Fell out of love with the game and found the Redknapp era awful ie players we signed and we lost sight of who we had become. In addition, my wife and I had a family which was my priority.
When we became aware that Dad may not have long left, I took my two girls to Loftus Road for the first time, against Preston last month. In the back of my mind I thought it would be a no brainer. Few away fans, easy win etc. At half time I had two bored kids, tired and thinking what on earth is this, two down and ten men on the pitch. There is something special about Loftus Road when the lights come on, and when there is something more, deeper meaning to it all. Sure enough, the second half was magical. I did tell my girls numerous times that supporting QPR is massive highs and lows (typically lows). They loved it.
The day after, they spent time with Dad for the last time (we didn’t know that at the time but I’m sure you can read between the lines re health deteriorating). Therein a conversation about QPR over the years and generations talking shop. And we gave him a program and A kick up the R’s. Somethings are meant to be.
I’m aware many of you have asked for updates and probably contacted Dad. My brother Paul and I want to thank you all for your thoughts, best wishes and friendship over the years. This message board meant a lot to him, especially the last few years as he had a few health issues.
Thanks again for the well wishes and support. Take care all.
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Reply | Holiday tip line
at 09:05 27 Feb 2021
We’ve been to Elounda which is the opposite side of the island. Lovely place, great hotels and plenty to do and places to chill.
We booked Crete last year to ensure we’d get flights and hotel
Mid October in the event of quarantine rules re kids schooling. It’s looking good regardless. We are near Elounda this year - highly recommend it. Greece is great especially for families.
We also went to Corfu last summer. It was fine even with Covid. Quiet due to reduced capacity. I’ve a stressful job so needed it. Felt safe and it was lovely.
Book it. You won’t regret it. |
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Reply | David Bardsley
at 08:53 27 Feb 2021
Under rated
Deserved more England caps |
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Reply | Aguer - ooh !!! We're you at that game
at 08:44 27 Feb 2021
Ha ha ha
That was a hangover! Hope you guys are well.
I remember a tinge of hope and pride (alcohol induced I suspect) when arriving at MCR PIC station. There was / is an upstairs bar full of rangers, flags etc. Plenty of You R’S etc. I really thought we’d do ok and stay up. Because of Stoke! Not us!
I can’t really remember how I got in. Maybe the ticket was via Mel. I really can’t remember mainly due to memory loss these days!!!!
It was a fun train trip back. Plenty of singing including with City fans.
Some of their fans were complete knobs but overall it was incredible.
People should be under no illusions, once Toure went off injured the game changed in our favour. If he stayed on the pitch we would have lost. Once the Stoke result came through we stopped which created the space for the third which annoyed me. Not because I hate United and preferred city to win the league but because I’m competitive. We were a bit unprofessional. We should have seen it out IMO.
I can still see in my mind in slow motion Mackie’s header. It was just one of those frozen in times moments ie like Sinclair against Barnsley or Spencer away to Port Vale.
Why do birds, suddenly appear....!
Anyway not been for a few seasons now due to a very young family etc. But do read this from time to time so fair play Clive. It remains a great forum although a shame the politics hijack it from time to time making it a bit toxic. It should be a bit of fun! Amazing how people only post when we lose which says a lot about mentality. I do think the direction of travel the club is going is the right one - the model is good. I think back to Redknapp, Hughes and frankly the heart of the club died. Les and co are bringing it back which is great. I genuinely believe they have a flexible long term plan and that’s the key. Return us to the model of the 80’s and 90’s ie marginally better and nicer smelling shite! But ours. Not a play thing.
Hope you guys are well especially in these crazy times. Sun is shining, have a good day and cmon you R’S! |
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