Paul McNeil RIP

bfccrazy · Post by **bfccrazy** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 3:02 pm

Always had a smile on his face and was having a laugh no matter when I saw him.

Hope you find solace in remembering all the good times and find peace in your own ways to deal with your loss.

RIP Leeds Paul - Top lad.

evensteadiereddie · Post by **evensteadiereddie** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 3:57 pm

All the best to you, your family and friends, clansman.

cricketfieldclarets · Post by **cricketfieldclarets** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 5:01 pm

Loyalclaret · Post by **Loyalclaret** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 7:30 pm

Hopefully Clansman does not mind, we are also designing one. Paul loved football fandom- flags and chanting.

Stevebfc40 · Post by **Stevebfc40** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 8:25 pm

Nick I'm so very, very sorry for your loss. I can't comprehend what you must be going through. I was told the shocking sad news by my eldest on Sunday evening. A horrible tearful conversation.
I knew Paul mainly through my son's. I spent many an away day in his company and an unbelievable trip to Benidorm on a stag-do. The word character doesn't come close. But that doesn't define him. He was a proper good lad.
Another of my son's was at Leeds uni and Paul took him under his wing on a number of occasions. Infact he has designed a flag in his honour if you don't mind ?
In our thoughts the Bramwell family.

RIP Leeds Paul.

Bfcboyo · Post by **Bfcboyo** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 8:34 pm

In the best possible taste for those who were lucky to mix with Paul the larger than life character.

"We all love Leeds paul"

cricketfieldclarets · Post by **cricketfieldclarets** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 8:38 pm

Loyalclaret wrote:Hopefully Clansman does not mind, we are also designing one. Paul loved football fandom- flags and chanting.

Yes was going to say that. He used to love the flags and terrace culture generally so thought it was the best tribute I could think of.

Bop · Post by **Bop** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 8:49 pm

Terrible news. RIP Paul. My method of coping is to write stuff down, memories etc. Then savour them and add to them whenever takes your fancy. Read em and smile whenever you can. Take care, time does heal.

dandeclaret · Post by **dandeclaret** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 10:14 pm

Nick - so sorry to read this news today. Thoughts with you at this very tough time.

chorleyhere · Post by **chorleyhere** » Mon Apr 17, 2017 10:14 pm

Sorry to hear this about a fellow Claret and family. Treasure the memories of happier times and he will be with you in spirit

clansman · Post by **clansman** » Tue Apr 18, 2017 10:32 am

Just a short note to thank the very many people who through this forum and other platforms/ means have offered their condolences and thoughts about Paul. He would be grateful for the support as he valued loyalty and loved his friends. I will go to the Man Utd match as my tribute to what he and I both loved.
Thanks again everyone.
Nick

Burnleybabe · Post by **Burnleybabe** » Tue Apr 18, 2017 1:02 pm

spadesclaret wrote:Losing a child must be one of the worst things a human can experience. I cannot begin to imagine the heartache and grief you must be going through. You are in my prayers, clansman. I am so sorry.

I echo Spades comments.
RIP Paul.
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
BB

quoonbeatz · Post by **quoonbeatz** » Tue Apr 18, 2017 1:09 pm

very sorry to read this, clansman.
condolences.

Walton · Post by **Walton** » Tue Apr 18, 2017 1:19 pm

Sounds like a right character, who left good impressions on those he met. Can't ask for much more than that in life.

Rest in peace Paul, and all the best to you clansman.

50 shades of Grey · Post by **50 shades of Grey** » Tue Apr 18, 2017 1:22 pm

So sorry to see this news. I knew Paul, met him a few times mainly at away games. So sad. Don't know what else to say, I've a tear in my eye having just seen Cricketfields photos.

RIP Paul.

cricketfieldclarets · Post by **cricketfieldclarets** » Tue Apr 18, 2017 6:09 pm

Nick, in your own time of course, if you let me know how to send some recordings I have that Paul sent to me recently I would love to pass them to you.

They were Burnley songs which he had made up himself. Typical of Paul, they are funny, creative, witty and in some cases a little blue!

I have been unable to think of much over the last few days other than the sad news and the loss of a character that was truly loved in Burnley. Although he was from Wetherby, to me he epitomised everything about Burnley, Burnley FC and its supporters.

God bless you all.

BennyD · Post by **BennyD** » Tue Apr 18, 2017 10:10 pm

Clansman and mdd2, I've been where you are and I feel your pain. My son, an only child, died of cancer at 18 and he too was a life long Claret fan. As mdd says, you don't get over it, you merely learn to live with the pain and you will find a way of dealing with your loss which might be unique to you, so don't worry what other people might think. Please consider mdd2s offer as no one really understands this as much as someone who has been there.

So sorry for your loss and my sincerest condolences.

claretdom · Post by **claretdom** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 9:42 am

So sorry for your loss Clansman.

I was stunned when reading this in a text at weekend. He was a top top lad and will be very sadly missed.

RIP Leeds Paul

jlup1980 · Post by **jlup1980** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 12:09 pm

I didn't know Paul but reading through some of the comments on here makes him sound like a bit of a character!! As a father of two myself I cannot imagine what you and your family must be going through at this time. All I can do is offer my sincerest condolences to you all Clansman.

Lizzbenno · Post by **Lizzbenno** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 3:28 pm

Offering my deepest condolences at this devastating time. We have managed to get a shout out for Paul at this weekend's match for any of those who are attending.

cricketfieldclarets · Post by **cricketfieldclarets** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 3:36 pm

Lizzbenno wrote:Offering my deepest condolences at this devastating time. We have managed to get a shout out for Paul at this weekend's match for any of those who are attending.

Good effort Liz. Also arranged for the club to display a message and his image during the match.

I have asked some of his closest friends that I know to pick a message and a picture that is appropriate. There are a couple a few of us like but just want to make sure his family are OK with the picture and the message. x

cricketfieldclarets · Post by **cricketfieldclarets** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 10:49 pm

Clansman, Here is one of the many Burnley chants he made up. We had planned to set up a youtube channel where he could record himself and give airtime to his chants. He was more passionate about Burnley than anyone I can think of. It was unfathomable that someone from Leeds way could love Burnley as much as he did.

If you don't mind I will put these recordings onto youtube in his honour. We had planned to do it one Friday when I was in Leeds but I ended up on the last train from Edinburgh and got to Leeds later than I had planned and we never did it

I hope we can all get this one started in his memory this weekend.

This was one of the more publishable I am afraid

ClaretPope · Post by **ClaretPope** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 10:54 pm

Nick, just made the connection. So sorry for this awful news. Thinking about you.

Bfcboyo · Post by **Bfcboyo** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 11:19 pm

Hi is there any news on arrangements for Paul's send off and if the family are happy enough for all who knew him to attend?

'We all love Leeds paul'

clansman · Post by **clansman** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 11:35 pm

Thanks again for all your regards. Unfortunately due to the circumstances there is a coronors inquest and due to pressures in Leeds this may not be quick. Until the coroner releases the body we can't even make plans for his funeral.
The family saw his body today. He looked peaceful and despite the pain we were glad to have said our goodbyes. His mother brother and sister are devastated as am I.
However the love for Paul has been overwhelming and again we all appreciate that.cricketfield I will be in touch mate and to those other fathers who have lost their sons and offered support I thank you sincerely.
Nick

cricketfieldclarets · Post by **cricketfieldclarets** » Wed Apr 19, 2017 11:56 pm

Ah thats heart breaking and I expected it may be longer than normal.

If I can help in anyway just ask like the others who offered. Paul was very close with one of my best friends who passed 9 years ago. And if I can share anything that helped me I will. Im just imagining the two of them reunited.

X

Loyalclaret · Post by **Loyalclaret** » Thu Apr 20, 2017 12:38 pm

Heartbreaking Nick but hopefully seeing him helped the family even the smallest bit.

Not a day has past when I have not received a call from upset friends.

BFC Gold · Post by **BFC Gold** » Thu Apr 20, 2017 12:59 pm

God bless Paul.

bpgburn · Post by **bpgburn** » Thu Apr 20, 2017 1:06 pm

My sister recently lost her boy (a twin) in his early 30's and I know what that has done to her, I can only imagine you are going through the same horrendous painful grief that a parent should never go through. Thoughts are with you and your family.

DubClaret · Post by **DubClaret** » Thu Apr 20, 2017 1:19 pm

So sorry for your loss Clansman- RIP fellow Claret

Herts Clarets · Post by **Herts Clarets** » Thu Apr 20, 2017 1:25 pm

Sorry to read the tragic news Clansman. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Can i ask - I used to play cricket with a Pete McNeil. Are you related in anyway?

Bfcboyo · Post by **Bfcboyo** » Fri May 19, 2017 5:18 pm

Nice to see him sent off today with so many friends and family around.

A much loved respected guy.

clansman · Post by **clansman** » Fri May 19, 2017 9:27 pm

Hi
Paul's dad here. Today was wonderful . I had been dreading his funeral but is was fun and loving and respectful.
Thank you to all the burnley fans that came over to Leeds. You were brilliant and showed in many ways what this club is about. Loyalty, friendship , comradeship and honesty.
No doubt someone will post a picture of the flag
Flying from the peacock pub opposite Elland rd !!
His spirit is at rest and once again thanks for the love shown.
Nick McNeil

tybfc · Post by **tybfc** » Fri May 19, 2017 9:34 pm

I couldn't be there Nick but may his soul rest in peace.

I am sure that he was given a great send off.

Hope you are coping ok.

claretdom · Post by **claretdom** » Sat May 20, 2017 5:29 am

clansman wrote:Hi
Paul's dad here. Today was wonderful . I had been dreading his funeral but is was fun and loving and respectful.
Thank you to all the burnley fans that came over to Leeds. You were brilliant and showed in many ways what this club is about. Loyalty, friendship , comradeship and honesty.
No doubt someone will post a picture of the flag
Flying from the peacock pub opposite Elland rd !!
His spirit is at rest and once again thanks for the love shown.
Nick McNeil

Given the send off he deserved and will be missed by a lot of people. When some of the best turn up to give you a send off you know you have made the right impression on others in life. He would of been in his element yesterday with his friends from Burnley & Tranmere having a gathering.

RIP Leeds Paul

Bfcboyo · Post by **Bfcboyo** » Sat May 20, 2017 8:42 am

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MK-Claret · Post by **MK-Claret** » Sat May 20, 2017 2:32 pm

People of all ages were there, a fitting tribute to the character that was Leeds Paul..wish I would of gone to the wake after but work matters had to be delt with. From what I've seen via social media they did him proud. A lovely touch fromthe Tranmere lads with the flowers..sleep well Paul..UTC

Bfcboyo · Post by **Bfcboyo** » Fri May 25, 2018 2:31 am

Never forgotten Paul. I'm sure you will be watching over the European tour.

Loyalclaret · Post by **Loyalclaret** » Fri May 25, 2018 9:39 am

Also Webby- both committed Clarets from over the border

tim_noone · Post by **tim_noone** » Fri May 25, 2018 9:45 am

As was selwyn..all gone but not forgotten! True clarets.

clansman · Post by **clansman** » Fri May 25, 2018 9:49 am

Thanks for remembering bfcboyo.
He would be chuffed with Europe and the fact that we have a Dwight McNeil in the squad!! I miss the daft lad.

KlyBfc · Post by **KlyBfc** » Fri May 25, 2018 7:01 pm

Loyalclaret wrote:Also Webby- both committed Clarets from over the border

That’s 7 years that’s gone by fast.

RIP to all those mentioned

IanMcL · Post by **IanMcL** » Fri May 25, 2018 9:26 pm

I was away and missed the thread. So very sorry to read this news Clansman. The loss of ones offspring is against what we expect and should not be. So young.
Sincere condolences.
IanMcL

warksclaret · Post by **warksclaret** » Fri May 25, 2018 10:33 pm

Nick-have only just read your post and feel so sad for you. Having two sons myself I can imagine what you have been through. You must cherish, as always with death in the family, those very special memories you know doubt have. You will always have that very special "connection" with your son- and that's Burnley FC. Best wishes

Tribesmen · Post by **Tribesmen** » Fri May 25, 2018 11:26 pm

Bfcboyo wrote:Never forgotten Paul. I'm sure you will be watching over the European tour.

Really nice touch boyo .

Dazzler · Post by **Dazzler** » Fri May 25, 2018 11:38 pm

My lad is on both of those pics above

Dazzler · Post by **Dazzler** » Fri May 25, 2018 11:56 pm

tim_noone wrote:As was selwyn..all gone but not forgotten! True clarets.

The last time I saw Selwyn was when I delivered Burnley Express to his Ice Cream van when he was working in knaresborough.

A mate had informed him the missus & me were going for a day out in York.

Phone rang when I was filling up..."oi dickhead,fetch us Burnley Express over to Knaresborough"

We got a free Ice Cream each.

MarbellaClaret · Post by **MarbellaClaret** » Sat May 26, 2018 10:21 am

So very very sad ..........RIP.......condolences to all the family and friends

Bfcboyo · Post by **Bfcboyo** » Mon Dec 31, 2018 9:14 pm

Your namesake is doing the business on the pitch. You would have loved that and made a daft song up for it!

Happy new year up there pal.

Juan Tanamera · Post by **Juan Tanamera** » Mon Dec 31, 2018 9:31 pm

Sad news for you Nick, I can only wish peace.