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 His was the first fishing books i ever read as well as his rabbittng books and the only cookbook i've ever read  .they was a enourmous help to me .met him and was equally impressed with the person behind the books and Tv apperances (Itv / centrals :heart of the country ) he was a great inspiration to a lot of anglers .Fred J. Taylor MBE a sad loss ,not just to angling but country pursuits as a whole .
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 My wife Valerie and I would like to thank all of you for your lovely notes and condolences. While it has been a very sad day for us, it has been more than a little brightened by your notes. Thank you and I hope that whenever you are in the same situation as we have been today, you get the support you have given us.Best wishes,Valerie and chevin
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 I have written a short obituary for FM. Sincerest condolences mate to yourself, Valerie and the family.
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 So sad to hear of the news about Fred, I used to thoroughly enjoy reading his articles, in particular, his tench fishing exploits with Ken. My sincerest condolences to his family.
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 Another of the real giants passes, leaving us all the richer for his contribution in life and the poorer for the loss of his presence. Gone but always well remembered, condolences to the family.
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 What an excellent obituary Ron.Thanks.
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 Nice one Ron Very sad news, his writing was always inspirational. Condolences to the family
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a great loss,a true angler and countryman
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May I just add my note of great sadness to the many others for whom Fred was a huge inspiration. I count myself fortunate to have lived in his time. John Mason
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although i never met him,i read most of his books,he will alway be remembered by me and many others,a sad sad loss indeed,and would also like to pass on my condolances to his family on this sad occasion. derek lewis
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Ahhh Fred J, As a mere "Whipper Snapper" to some on here at the age of 38,I remember as a kid reading his articles in various magazines.Also his books about a "Countyman".I do a bit of "Ferreting" in the winter,with a mate and,am partial to a rabbit stew.I tremeber an anrticle from years back,when Fred caught and cooked some on the bank.Memory is vague here,but it involved a Tench Lake and a flooded punt? Also last Sunday,used the "Lift Method" to good effect,for some Tench. Be Lucky up there Fred J,I'm sure you,Dick and BV will chew the fat over and over.
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.jpg) One of my heroes - currently reading a signed copy of "Reflections of a Countryman" - will continue with a touch of sadness but also gratitude for all that Fred's writing taught me in the 60s.
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 A sad passing for all. The MBE honour was richly deserved, if long overdue.
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 my Deepest sympathy to his family.A sad loss
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 Another great loss to angling, and to country interests in general. Up until recent years there was a Tv programme on Central( I think). I always looked out for Fred's little pieces , always fresh and of great interest. Gone but he will not be forgotten. RIP.
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 Sad news. Little else to say without repeating above. Thoughts to family and friends. RIP
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 very sad news indeed ,another great angling legend gone ,but never forgotten , r.i.p
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 My sincere condolences. Fred J was a true sportsman, a true gentleman and a good old Bucks boy. RIP
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