Alan Calder, Former Player, Captain And President.

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Alan Calder, Former Player, Captain And President.

Post by Dalziel PostBot » Tue Jan 15, 2008 9:33 pm

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden death of Alan Calder, former player, Captain and President of Dalziel Rugby Club. Alan died suddenly on Monday the 14th of January, 2008 in Motherwell.
Alan was widely respected for his tireless commitment and passion for the game of rugby at Dalziel Rugby Club, Glasgow District rugby and Scottish rugby in general. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

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Sad news of Alan Calder's death

Post by Brian Robertson » Tue Jan 15, 2008 10:24 pm

The news of Alan's sudden death is devastating to all who knew him.
My thoughts are with Margaret, the children , Bill and the rest of the Calder and McClatchie clan.

His zest for life, family and sport was quite infectious which makes his passing all the more difficult to comprehend.

I remember him welcoming me to life at Dalziel High School in 1965 and we went on to play rugby together for many years.

Alan Calder was a true " Dalzielian".

Brian Robertson

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Alan Calder

Post by RodHar » Wed Jan 16, 2008 12:27 am

Young and old have benefited from the passion and commitment that Alan brought to rugby. Both my sons were rocked by this news and both have enjoyed participating in the Youth Festival, one remembers being quite surprised that he even knew his first name, although this was typical of Alan. His genuine interest and camaraderie will be sorely missed from Dalziel.

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