TijuanaTim Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 ...over the weekend and send positive encouragement. Just spent ages on the phone with Chris (his wonderful wife). Been spending a little more time talking to them than usual as both have been under the weather over the New Year. Anyway Ron's condition has worsened and developed into a bad case of pneumonia, Ron is a proud man and is not at ease explaining he is in discomfort. He has been to urgent care and they have administered IVs (for vital fluids), medication and oxygen. Hopefully he will make a swift recovery, the outcome may also affect his surgeon who may feel reluctant to do his second hip replacement until well after a complete recovery. Anyone that has the ear of any of the kids or anyone inside the dressing room, tell them to win one for Big Ron!! (or even win several).
red&white4life Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 Doesn't sound too good Tim. There is no way that they will operate untill Ron is better so fingers crossed he gets well soon. Col.
1976_Child Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 Thinking of you Ron. You were, and still are, a true ambassador of our club. Just **** to think that some of the pip-squeaks wearing the Red and White today are paid more in a week than you need to keep going for a year. Is Ron still in Mexico? What was the final outcome of Ron's appeal? Did we collectively raise the required dosh? Sorry, embarrassed to say that it fell off my radar. Also, did the club give anything? Take it easy Ron, stay with it man. Always SFC.
TijuanaTim Posted 10 January, 2009 Author Posted 10 January, 2009 Thinking of you Ron. You were, and still are, a true ambassador of our club. Just **** to think that some of the pip-squeaks wearing the Red and White today are paid more in a week than you need to keep going for a year. Is Ron still in Mexico? What was the final outcome of Ron's appeal? Did we collectively raise the required dosh? Sorry, embarrassed to say that it fell off my radar. Also, did the club give anything? Take it easy Ron, stay with it man. Always SFC. Ron is living Albuquerque - New Mexico, here is the thread which will give the details to get you up to speed http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=7555 The appeal and it's contributors were fantastic - so thanks mate!!
TopGun Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 (edited) I think you are doing a great job with Ron Tim. Good luck to him. Edited 10 January, 2009 by TopGun
Belgiansaint Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 As I don't pray, I'll keep my fingers crossed.
OldNick Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 I think he is my biggest hero ever to play for Saints and thast takes something to be above MLT. It saddens me to think such a great man is now so frail. And to think there are people squabbling at our club about a bloody picture on the wall
eelpie Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 Big hearted Ron. We are with you. Get better soon.
ottery st mary Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 Hope his health improves soon. Both Chris and Ron in our prayers for the strength to stay strong and positive. It goes without saying, but will anyway,well done to you Tim and your better half for the time and effort you give to Chris and Ron. My family send good wishes and hopes for a better 09 for everyone.
The Tango Man Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 We throw the phrase "Saints legends " around far too easily..but Ron Davies fits all the required qualities. I have so many fond memories of him at the Dell, good luck luck..keep it going mate .
TijuanaTim Posted 10 January, 2009 Author Posted 10 January, 2009 ...oh and Ron is home now, hopefully in about an hour and three quarters I will be able to not only pass on your good wishes but also relay about a great away result!!
ottery st mary Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 Fingers crossed on top of all the prayers. COYR
EastleighSoulBoy Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 God bless you, you Welsh Wizard! Maybe he's forgotten to take those big heavy army boots off and they're slowing him down a little?
solentstars Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 We throw the phrase "Saints legends " around far too easily..but Ron Davies fits all the required qualities. I have so many fond memories of him at the Dell, good luck luck..keep it going mate . true ron was my hero has a youngster,lets hope for good news.
VectisSaint Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 True, along with Mick and Dave Peach, these are true legends as far as I'm concerned (Tiss is too young to be a legend for me). Pass on my best wishes Tim, hope Ron gets over this swiftly. Hopefully the win today will cheer him up, like it has me.
TijuanaTim Posted 10 January, 2009 Author Posted 10 January, 2009 True, along with Mick and Dave Peach, these are true legends as far as I'm concerned (Tiss is too young to be a legend for me). Pass on my best wishes Tim, hope Ron gets over this swiftly. Hopefully the win today will cheer him up, like it has me. Funny thing is Ron has only recently discovered MLT through a VHS tape he's been given. He is absolutely blown away with Matty and says he cannot believe his goals or the things he did with a ball....Now bare in mind he has played with and against the best, Pele, Besty, Mooro etc and yet says he can't remember seeing better.
St Landrew Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 Funny thing is Ron has only recently discovered MLT through a VHS tape he's been given. He is absolutely blown away with Matty and says he cannot believe his goals or the things he did with a ball....Now bare in mind he has played with and against the best, Pele, Besty, Mooro etc and yet says he can't remember seeing better. That's no surprise, Tim. EDIT: Perhaps we should send an Unbelievable VHS tape.
TijuanaTim Posted 10 January, 2009 Author Posted 10 January, 2009 (edited) That's no surprise, Tim. EDIT: Perhaps we should send an Unbelievable VHS tape. That maybe the one he has?? Edited 10 January, 2009 by St Landrew
St Landrew Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 That maybe the one he has?? In that case maybe Matt's 50 Greatest Goals copied to VHS.
70's Mike Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 The greatest header of a football i have ever seen, just thing some of the numpty commentators on the telly used to think Wyn was a better player. Big Ron never got the recogniation he deserved
Badger Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 A true great who deserves a special prayer and place in the heart of Saints fans who remember the 1960's.(Both at The Dell,and often after hours at The Testwood Hotel).
Badger Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 After the operation and recuperation Tim we have to bring Ron back for a special welcome.
miserableoldgit Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 Some of the greatest times that I ever had whilst watching Saints were when Ron played. Remember him signing from Norwich when we were promoted to the 1st Division in `66 for £55,000! Was at Old Trafford when Ron was credited with all 4 goals. Great, great days and a great, great player. Keep well Ron.
Kingsland Nick Posted 10 January, 2009 Posted 10 January, 2009 Funny thing is Ron has only recently discovered MLT through a VHS tape he's been given. How recently? Was it after he drew that picture of MLT?
TijuanaTim Posted 12 January, 2009 Author Posted 12 January, 2009 BIG RON UPDATE: Ron is doing so much better, breathing easier and sleeping well. It appears his condition was maybe nipped in the bud by getting him to Urgent Care so promptly. He is very grateful for all your thoughts and thrilled about Saints important weekend win. Ron's wife Chris, however, is not doing so well - it is almost like they swapped conditions, so keep her in your thoughts (though her condition is not as bad as Ron's could have been). Thanks everyone.
suewhistle Posted 12 January, 2009 Posted 12 January, 2009 Apologies if this has been posted; I had a quick look but I don't come to the site that often these days for all the wallowing in misery that goes on - and I don't mean this thread! http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2009/jan/04/southampton-sportinterviews
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