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Ted Hendrix / RIP 14:46 - Oct 27 with 18898 views

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.

You R’S!

2:59 baby!

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Ted Hendrix / RIP on 04:20 - Oct 31 with 544 views

macclesfieldman

RIP

Wild horses couldn't drag me away...

Ted Hendrix / RIP on 08:24 - Oct 31 with 303 views

Hayesender

There's nothing I can add thats not already been said.

So sorry for your loss.

Rest easy Ted x

Poll:

Shamima Beghum

Ted Hendrix / RIP on 09:33 - Oct 31 with 235 views

Mick_S

Ted Hendrix / RIP on 21:16 - Oct 30 by francisbowles
That would be a lovely long lasting tribute, Clive.

Brilliant idea.

Did I ever mention that I was in Minder?

Ted Hendrix / RIP on 10:20 - Oct 31 with 177 views

CroydonCaptJack

Ted Hendrix / RIP on 17:48 - Oct 30 by Northernr

Actually had a really nice suggestion emailed into us today.

Given 'Ted v Bale' is a bit of iconic image for the message board...

We could have a thread each year where we post the best QPR-related pics of the season as we go along (Paul Smyth's backflip the other week for instance), and then in May we have a vote for the best QPR pic of the year and have a bit of an award in Ted's honour.

Thoughts?